Omar Kihel

Omar Kihel is a Professor of Mathematics at Brock University, affiliated with the Department of Mathematics and Statistics within the Faculty of Mathematics and Statistics. His research focuses on Algebraic Number Theory, Elliptic Curves, Diophantine Equations, Permutation Polynomials over Finite Fields, Galois Theory, and Cryptography.

He has been invited to speak at multiple international conferences, including the 25th Annual Meeting in Mathematics (AMM 2021) in Bangkok and the Mathematical Congress of the Americas 2021. He holds the title of Fellow of the Papua New Guinea Mathematical Society (since 2013) and received a teaching excellence award from Brock University in 2017.

His research trends emphasize Diophantine equations, permutation polynomials, and applications of algebraic structures in cryptography. Recent publications explore topics such as integer solutions to equations, elliptic curve properties, and polynomial theory. His work frequently intersects with number theory, algebraic geometry, and combinatorics.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Teaching award in the faculty of Mathematics and Statistics (2017)
  • Fellow of the Papua New Guinea Mathematical Society (2013–present)

His advising and grants are not explicitly detailed in the provided text. His research is primarily theoretical, contributing to foundational areas of mathematics with potential applications in cryptography and computational algebra.