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Maria Basterra is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of New Hampshire (UNH), where she is a core faculty member in Women's Studies. She is actively contributing to both research and teaching in advanced mathematics.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Mathematics, University of Chicago
- M.S. in Mathematics, University of Chicago
- B.S. in Mathematics, University of Texas at Austin
Her research centers on Algebraic Topology, Category Theory, and Homological Algebra, with deep investigations into E-infinity ring spectra, operads, and topological Hochschild homology. She has made foundational contributions to the homology and cohomology of structured ring spectra and the calculus of functors. A strong advocate for diversity in mathematics, she actively supports the retention and advancement of women in the field, notably through leadership in the Women in Topology (WIT) collaborations.
Her recent publications (2015–2018) reflect a sustained focus on homotopy theory, particularly through collaborative projects that explore operads, infinite loop spaces, and stabilization. These works often emerge from interdisciplinary workshops, highlighting her role in fostering research communities.
She has been a co-principal investigator on research projects including the MSRI WIT Open Problems Workshop (awarded by the Clay Institute, 2017) and Women in Topology (awarded by BIRS, 2013), and has participated in the Homotopy Harnessing Higher Structures program.
Maria Basterra teaches a wide range of courses, including Calculus II, Mathematical Proof, Abstract Algebra, and multiple advanced topics in Topology (MATH 784, 884, 955, 966). Her teaching record extends through 2025, confirming her active status. She advises and mentors students and early-career researchers, particularly through collaborative research initiatives.
