معرفی
Rahnuma Islam is a Researcher at the University of Pittsburgh's Department of Mathematics, affiliated with the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences. She holds a PhD in Mathematics from Texas Tech University (2023) and advanced degrees from Jagannath University, Bangladesh. Her research focuses on Mathematical Biology, stochastic processes, and applied mathematical modeling, with emphasis on biological systems and viral dynamics.
Education:
- PhD in Mathematics, Texas Tech University (2021-2023)
- MS in Mathematics, Texas Tech University (2018-2020)
- MS in Mathematics, Jagannath University (2013-2015)
- BSc in Mathematics, Jagannath University (2008-2013)
Research Interests: She employs tools from stochastic processes, mathematical modeling, and experimental science to study biological phenomena. Recent work includes viral reproductive cycle modeling, chemotactic systems, and neural models for mollusk shell patterns. Her methodologies integrate nonlinear PDEs, Einstein's Brownian motion paradigms, and computational techniques like MATLAB and Python.
Awards & Grants:
- Hildebrand Fellowship ($10,000)
- J.T. Talkington Graduate Fellowship ($16,000)
- Competitive Reward (TTU AWM Chapter)
Teaching & Mentoring: Taught 11 math course sections as a part-time instructor at Texas Tech. Co-advised an undergraduate student in a 2021 REU program. Demonstrated expertise in managing large classrooms (120-130 students).
Professional Engagement: Reviewed for the Journal of the Korean SIAM. Presented at conferences including SIAM TX-LA, SEARCDE, and BIOCOMP. Active in professional organizations like SIAM and AWM.
