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Christoph Böhm is a Professor at the Mathematical Institute, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Münster, Germany. He is a principal investigator in the Collaborative Research Center CRC 1442 "Geometry: Deformations and Rigidity" and a key member of the Excellence Cluster Mathematics Münster. His research lies at the intersection of differential geometry, geometric analysis, and dynamical systems, with a focus on Ricci flow, Einstein metrics, and geometric evolution equations.
Research Interests: His work primarily explores Differential Geometry with deep focus on Ricci Flow, Homogeneous and Cohomogeneity-One Spaces, Einstein Manifolds, and Curvature Analysis. He investigates the long-term behavior of geometric flows, rigidity phenomena, and the interplay between symmetry and curvature. His projects such as "Geometric evolution equations" (CRC 1442 - B02) and "Harmonic maps and symmetry" (CRC 1442 - B04) reflect his interest in geometric PDEs under symmetry assumptions. He also contributes to understanding singular spaces and irregular gradient flows in geometric contexts.
The recent publications highlight a consistent trend in homogeneous Ricci flows, non-compact Einstein manifolds, and scalar curvature behavior. These works demonstrate a strong emphasis on classification, existence, and optimal estimates in geometric evolution, often leveraging group actions and symmetry. The subfields span geometric PDEs, Lie group geometry, and variational methods.
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Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, Böhm has extensive collaborative research with mathematicians such as Ramiro Lafuente, Burkhard Wilking, Timothy Buttsworth, and Brian Clarke. He is actively involved in major funded projects including CRC 1442 (B02, B04), EXC 2044 (B1, C4), and a project on dynamical systems and irregular gradient flows. These grants support his research in geometric analysis and its connections to topology and mathematical physics.
Labs and Teams: Böhm is part of the research group in differential geometry at the University of Münster, collaborating closely with Prof. Burkhard Wilking. He contributes to the broader Mathematics Münster cluster, which fosters interdisciplinary research in geometry, analysis, and topology. His work is integrated into a vibrant research environment focused on "Groups and actions", "Curvature, shape, and global analysis", and "Singularities and PDEs".
