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Jayadev S. Athreya is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Washington, where he also serves as Director of the Washington Experimental Mathematics Lab. His primary affiliation is with the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. He holds dual roles as a Professor of Mathematics and Professor of the Comparative History of Ideas. Athreya co-directs the Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences and is a founder of the Washington Experimental Mathematics Lab, emphasizing interdisciplinary experimental mathematics.
His research interests span dynamical systems, geometric topology, number theory, and algebraic geometry. He focuses on translation surfaces, billiards dynamics, geometric flows, and probabilistic methods in geometry. His work often intersects with problems in ergodic theory, Teichmüller theory, and moduli spaces.
Athreya has an extensive publication record, with recent work exploring billiard complexity in regular polygons, linear flows on translation prisms, and spectral properties of marked tori. His papers frequently address counting problems, asymptotic distribution of geometric objects, and connections between number theory and dynamical systems.
He has taught advanced courses such as Quasiconformal Maps and Teichmüller Theory, Complex Analysis, and Elementary Number Theory. His pedagogical approach emphasizes hands-on exploration through the Washington Experimental Mathematics Lab, fostering collaborative research projects with undergraduates.
Athreya is committed to accessible mathematics education, reflecting his alignment with Federico Ardila-Mantilla's axioms on equity and inclusivity in mathematical experiences. His work bridges theoretical research with educational outreach, advocating for mathematics as a universal, adaptable tool.
