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Paul Larson is a Professor of Mathematics at Miami University. His research focuses on set theory, topology, and model theory, with particular expertise in forcing axioms, descriptive set theory, and infinitary logic. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of California, Berkeley. His work bridges foundational mathematical logic with applications in topology and combinatorics. Key contributions include studies on canonical models under fragments of the Axiom of Choice, polar forcings, and cardinal characteristics. Larson has collaborated extensively with leading researchers such as Saharon Shelah and Jindřich Zapletal. His publications span prestigious journals like the Annals of Pure and Applied Logic and Transactions of the American Mathematical Society. Beyond research, he contributes to the academic community through editorial work and expository writings on historical developments in determinacy theory.
- Education: Ph.D., Mathematics, University of California, Berkeley
Research interests emphasize foundational questions in set theory with applications to topology and model theory. His recent work explores advanced forcing techniques, square principles in Pmax extensions, and combinatorial properties of cardinal invariants. Publications reflect interdisciplinary engagement, including crystal structure prediction in high-pressure chemistry and operator theory in functional analysis.
Despite an extensive publication record, no specific scientific awards are documented here. His advising and grant activities remain unspecified in the provided texts. Collaborations span international institutions, reflecting his role as a central figure in contemporary set theory research.
