Laura Rider

Laura Rider is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Georgia, Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. She serves as the Graduate Admissions Coordinator and is a member of the algebra research group. Her work focuses on deep theoretical problems in geometric representation theory, particularly involving sheaf-theoretic methods and Lie-theoretic structures.

Her research interests include geometric representation theory, perverse and coherent sheaves, the affine Grassmannian, Springer resolution, modular representation theory, and Lusztig's character sheaves. She works at the intersection of algebra, geometry, and category theory, often employing advanced tools from derived and equivariant categories. Her investigations into formality, t-structures, and generalized Springer correspondences reflect a sustained engagement with foundational questions in modern algebra.

The recent publications highlight a consistent trajectory in geometric and categorical representation theory, with a focus on modular coefficients, affine flag and Grassmannian varieties, and categorification of Hecke algebras. Her collaborative work with leading figures such as Bezrukavnikov, Achar, and Riche underscores her integration into the global research community. Themes across her articles include the interplay between topology and representation, the structure of derived categories, and the geometry of algebraic groups.

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Laura Rider has advised graduate students, including David Galban, who is now a Limited Term Lecturer at UGA. She has been actively involved in securing research visibility through numerous seminar and conference presentations, including at the Institute for Advanced Study, Oberwolfach, and the Perimeter Institute. While no grants are explicitly mentioned, her extensive travel and collaboration suggest active participation in funded research networks. She also contributes to the academic community through organizing and participating in workshops and summer schools.

Laura is part of the algebra research group at the University of Georgia, which fosters collaboration on cutting-edge problems in algebra and representation theory. The group hosts regular seminars and events, such as the Algebra Seminar where she has presented her work on modular perverse sheaves. This environment supports her research and mentoring activities.