Roman Shterenberg

Roman Shterenberg is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. He serves as the MS Program Director and Graduate Advisor. His research focuses on mathematical physics, functional analysis, operator theory, and related areas such as spectral theory and partial differential equations.

Education:

• B.S., Physics, St. Petersburg State University (Russia)
• M.S., Physics, St. Petersburg State University (Russia)
• Ph.D., Mathematics, St. Petersburg State University (Russia)

Research Interests: Dr. Shterenberg's work spans mathematical physics, spectral theory, scattering theory, PDEs, and inverse problems. His contributions integrate theoretical frameworks with applications in mathematical biology and nonlinear systems. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, linking abstract concepts to real-world phenomena.

Teaching & Advising: Known for creating an inclusive, collaborative classroom environment, Dr. Shterenberg encourages peer-to-peer learning and applies theoretical concepts to practical contexts. He mentors fast-track undergraduate students and serves as a Ph.D. advisor, fostering continuous scientific training and career readiness.

Professional Background: After completing his Ph.D. in 2003 under Prof. M. Birman, he held postdoctoral positions at the Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden) and Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (Munich). He joined UAB in 2007 following a visiting appointment at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Community Engagement: Engages with high school outreach programs like UAB's Talent Search Days and actively supports undergraduate research initiatives through the fast-track program.