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Loring Tu is a Professor of Mathematics in the Department of Mathematics at Tufts University. He holds a PhD from Harvard University (1979) and has taught at institutions including the University of Michigan and Johns Hopkins University. His research focuses on algebraic geometry, topology, and differential geometry, with particular emphasis on the interplay between algebra and geometry, such as in equivariant cohomology, Hodge theory, and degeneracy loci. He has held visiting positions at the Institute for Advanced Study and the Institut Henri Poincaré. His work explores localization theorems, where topological information of manifolds is encoded at special points.
Education:
- PhD in Mathematics, Harvard University, 1979
- AM in Mathematics, Harvard University, 1976
- AB in Mathematics, Princeton University, 1974
Research Interests: Loring Tu studies manifolds, algebraic geometry, topology, and differential geometry, with a focus on localization theorems and the connection between algebraic and geometric structures. His work includes applications of equivariant cohomology to understand topological invariants and the geometry of moduli spaces. He emphasizes the universality of mathematics and its cultural significance, bridging classical and modern geometric theories.
Publications: His articles address topics like fixed point theorems, cohomology localization, and geometric structures, reflecting a deep engagement with foundational mathematical concepts. Recent works include studies on equivariant cohomology and the Campbell-Hausdorff formula.
Professional Contributions: Tu serves as a series editor for Developments in Mathematics (Springer) and has contributed to editorial responsibilities promoting advanced mathematical monographs.
