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Po-Shen Loh is a Professor of Mathematics at Carnegie Mellon University, affiliated with the Mellon College of Science's Department of Mathematical Sciences since 2010. He is renowned for his dual focus on academic research and innovative educational outreach. Loh’s research spans combinatorics, probability theory, and extremal networks, with notable contributions to understanding network properties and their applications. He led the U.S. International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) team to four first-place finishes between 2015–2023, emphasizing collaborative problem-solving and global peer engagement. Beyond academia, Loh developed the NOVID app for pandemic control, leveraging network science to empower users in avoiding infection. He also founded Expii.com, a free platform offering diverse explanations for math and science concepts, and launched the LIVE learning platform blending math education with performing arts. His work bridges disciplines, aiming to democratize education and prepare future leaders in an AI-driven world.
Education & Background: Grew up in a math-centric household in Madison, Wisconsin, with parents in academia. Earned his Ph.D. in Algorithms, Combinatorics, and Optimization from Carnegie Mellon (though exact dates not specified in texts).
Research & Leadership: Specializes in extremal combinatorics, including network structure analysis. His research on probabilistic network existence proofs has advanced graph theory. As IMO coach, he pioneered cross-national training programs, inviting international teams to U.S. camps.
Awards & Recognition: Recipient of the 2019 Presidential Early Career Award (PECASE). Recognized for pandemic control innovations and educational initiatives.
Outreach: Conducted a record-breaking 40-city math tour in 2021, developed the Daily Challenge math curriculum, and launched Moderate Zoom Chat to improve virtual engagement. Active in mentorship programs like LEAD NATURALLY, targeting culturally diverse leaders.
Notable Projects: NOVID app (pandemic control), Expii (free educational resource), and LIVE platform (math education via live-streaming).
