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Mark Grant is a Reader in the Institute of Mathematics at the University of Aberdeen, part of the School of Natural and Computing Sciences. He holds an MA from the University of Edinburgh and a PhD from the University of Manchester. He joined Aberdeen as a Lecturer in 2014, was promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2018, and to Reader in 2023. Prior to this, he held academic positions at the Universities of Edinburgh, Nottingham, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, and Durham University.
His research lies at the intersection of algebraic and differential topology, with applications to motion planning and robotics. Key areas include topological complexity, equivariant topology, bordism, and immersions. He has published extensively in leading journals such as Algebraic & Geometric Topology, Proceedings of the American Mathematical Society, and Topology and its Applications.
The recent publications reflect a strong trend in applying topological invariants—particularly topological complexity and its equivariant variants—to problems in robotics and geometric configuration. Themes include the use of cohomological methods, Hopf invariants, and categorical constructions to derive bounds and classifications in motion planning. His work often involves collaboration with leading researchers in topology and geometry.
He serves on the editorial boards of the Proceedings of the Royal Society of Edinburgh Section A: Mathematics and Topological Methods in Nonlinear Analysis.
Mark Grant has advised PhD students including Baylee Schutte and David Recio-Mitter. There is no mention of research grants in the provided texts, but his sustained publication output and editorial roles suggest active involvement in research funding and supervision. He maintains a strong online presence through Google Scholar and MathOverflow.
He is affiliated with the Institute of Mathematics at Aberdeen and contributes to its seminar series and academic life. His work bridges pure mathematics and applied domains, particularly through topological robotics.
