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Dr. Nadia Benakli is a Professor of Mathematics at New York City College of Technology (City Tech), part of the City University of New York system, within the School of Arts & Sciences. She coordinates the Computer Science and Applied Mathematics internship programs, bridging academic theory with industry practice. Her career spans decades of contributions to both pure mathematics and educational innovation.
Her educational foundation includes a Ph.D. in Mathematics from Paris-Sud University, France.
Research interests center on Geometric Group Theory (hyperbolic groups, Coxeter groups, polygonal complexes), Graph Theory, and Mathematics Education innovations. She integrates computational tools like R and Maple into calculus and data analysis instruction, emphasizing visualization and hands-on projects to enhance student comprehension in foundational mathematics courses.
Publication trends reveal an evolution from theoretical work (1991-2002) on geometric structures to applied educational research (2011-2017). Early papers established frameworks for hyperbolic geometry and group boundaries, while recent work focuses on computational thinking, faculty mentoring models, and internship program design—demonstrating her commitment to translating abstract mathematics into practical educational strategies.
As internship coordinator, she mentors students through industry placements and co-developed SIAM News-published frameworks for applied mathematics internships. Her teaching portfolio spans foundational courses (MAT065, MAT1175) to advanced topics (MAT440, MAT4901), reflecting deep engagement with curriculum development across all undergraduate levels.
