Diane Maclagan

Diane Maclagan is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Warwick's Mathematics Institute. She previously held positions at Rutgers University and the Institute for Advanced Study. Her research focuses on combinatorial and computational aspects of commutative algebra and algebraic geometry, with specialties in toric varieties, Hilbert schemes, and tropical geometry. She completed her Ph.D. at UC Berkeley under Bernd Sturmfels.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Mathematics, UC Berkeley, advised by Bernd Sturmfels

Research Interests: Diane's work bridges algebraic geometry and combinatorics, emphasizing tropical geometry's foundational theory. She explores toric varieties, their connections to polyhedral geometry, and computational methods using tools like Macaulay2. Her contributions include advancing understanding of Hilbert schemes and tropical ideals through interdisciplinary approaches.

Grants & Awards: Her research is supported by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). While no specific awards are listed, her leadership in organizing conferences and workshops highlights her recognition in the field.

Teaching & Mentorship: Taught courses like MA3G6 Commutative Algebra. Advised students (specific names unavailable due to page restrictions). Active in promoting diversity through programs like the Warwick Summer Research Programme for Underrepresented Groups.

Professional Contributions: Organized conferences such as the BIRS Workshop on Combinatorics and Geometry of Moduli Spaces of Curves, and seminars including the Warwick Algebraic Geometry Seminar. Co-developed computational tools for tropical geometry in collaboration with research networks.