Peter Gangl

Dr. Peter Gangl is a Senior Research Scientist at the Johann Radon Institute for Computational and Applied Mathematics (RICAM), Austrian Academy of Sciences, where he leads research in optimization and computational mathematics. He holds a Ph.D. (2017) and M.Sc. (2012) from Johannes Kepler University Linz. His research focuses on topology/shape optimization, topological derivatives, and multiphysics simulation of electric machines.

Research Interests: Gangl specializes in developing mathematical methods for PDE-constrained optimization, with emphasis on computational electromagnetics, automated sensitivity analysis, and multi-objective design. His work bridges applied mathematics and industrial applications, particularly in electric motor optimization.

Research Projects:

• Principal Investigator for SFB F90 'CREATOR' (2022–2026) on topology optimization under electro-thermal coupling
• Led FWF project 'Multiphysical Shape Optimization of Electrical Machines' (2020–2024)

Awards & Honors:

• Richard C. DiPrima Prize (SIAM, 2018)
• Erwin Wenzl Preis (2018)
• Anile Prize (ECMI, 2018)
• Promotio sub auspiciis (Austria's highest academic honor, 2017)

Students & Collaboration: Supervises PhD candidates (Nepomuk Krenn, Michael Winkler) and collaborates with institutions including TU Graz, TU Darmstadt, and international partners. Organizes workshops/seminars on optimization and computational mathematics.