Peter Wolenski

Peter Wolenski is a Professor of Mathematics at Louisiana State University (LSU), affiliated with the Department of Mathematics. His research focuses on optimal control theory, nonsmooth analysis, differential inclusions, Hamilton-Jacobi equations, and their applications in biomedical engineering and computer vision. He has contributed extensively to the development of algorithms for 3D optical scanning and body composition analysis, as well as foundational work in control systems and mathematical modeling of biological systems.

• Education: Doctorate in Mathematics (university unspecified, based on publications).

Key research interests include minimal time problems, anisotropic media dynamics, and the application of control theory to real-world systems. His work bridges pure mathematics with applied domains such as biomedical imaging and social contagion modeling. Recent studies involve automated pipeline development for body composition estimation using 3D scans and principal component analysis.

He has authored numerous articles on topics ranging from variational analysis to impulsive control systems, demonstrating a strong focus on both theoretical advancements and practical applications. His ODE notes and teaching materials are available online for academic use.