Peter J. Olver

Peter J. Olver serves as a Professor in the School of Mathematics at the University of Minnesota. His office is located in Vincent Hall 302 at 206 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455. With an active research program spanning multiple mathematical disciplines, Professor Olver maintains a significant presence in both theoretical and applied mathematics.

His primary research interests encompass Lie groups, differential equations, computer vision, applied mathematics, differential geometry, mathematical physics, and anthropology. These diverse interests reflect his interdisciplinary approach to mathematical problems, connecting pure theory with practical applications across multiple fields.

An analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on foundational mathematical concepts with practical implementations. His work shows particular emphasis on symmetry methods, differential equations, and computational approaches to mathematical problems. The integration of anthropology with mathematical analysis through the AMAAZE project demonstrates his innovative cross-disciplinary research.

Professor Olver has developed extensive educational materials including numerous lecture notes covering topics from calculus foundations to advanced differential equations. His teaching resources include Mathematica programs for courses like Math 5587 and 5588, featuring interactive visualizations of mathematical concepts such as wave equations and heat diffusion.

His research program includes the AMAAZE project (Anthropological and Mathematical Analysis of Archaeological and Zooarchaeological Evidence), which bridges mathematical techniques with anthropological research. This initiative demonstrates his commitment to applying mathematical methods to real-world problems beyond traditional academic boundaries.