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Ivan Yotov is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Pittsburgh, affiliated with The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences. He holds a PhD in Computational and Applied Mathematics from Rice University (1996). His research focuses on numerical analysis, scientific computing, and multiphysics systems, with expertise in fluid flow, porous media, and domain decomposition methods.
Key research areas include mixed finite element methods, multiscale modeling, and coupled systems (e.g., fluid-poroelastic interactions). He has contributed to reservoir simulation frameworks like UT-MB and collaborated on projects involving multiphase flow, geomechanics, and biomedical applications. Yotov teaches advanced courses in numerical analysis, linear algebra, and scientific computing.
His work emphasizes accurate discretizations and scalable algorithms for complex systems, addressing challenges in energy, environmental, and biomedical engineering. Notable projects include the Department of Energy-funded multiblock reservoir simulation initiative and collaborations with institutions like Argonne National Laboratory.
