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Nicoleta E. Tarfulea is a Professor of Mathematics and Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Purdue University Northwest (PNW). Her research focuses on mathematical biology, differential equations, and computational mathematics, analyzing biological processes from subcellular systems to population dynamics. She holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Mathematics from the University of Minnesota.
Professor Tarfulea emphasizes student engagement through extracurricular activities like mathematical competitions and research, mentoring over 40 students in sponsored research projects. Her students have presented work at national conferences and published papers. She has received multiple accolades, including PNW’s Outstanding Faculty Awards for Teaching (2019) and Research (2018), and the Teaching Incentive Program Award (2018).
Her teaching philosophy centers on fostering student motivation and leveraging instructor-student relationships. While no specific grants are detailed in the provided texts, her active involvement in research and student mentorship underscores her commitment to academic excellence.
