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Tanya Khovanova is a Lecturer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the Department of Mathematics. Her career spans academia and industry, with extensive experience in recreational mathematics, combinatorics, probability, and algorithm design. She has held positions at MIT since 2008, including Visiting Scholar and Research Affiliate, and has contributed to programs like PRIMES and RSI for mentoring high school students.
- Ph.D. in Mathematics from Moscow State University (1988), advised by I.M. Gelfand
- Former roles include Lead Analyst at BAE Systems (2003-2008) and Princeton University (2001-2003, 1996-1998)
Her research bridges recreational mathematics with applications in game theory, coding theory, and combinatorial puzzles. She is a prolific blogger and popularizer of mathematics, known for her work in creating innovative puzzles and educational tools like the Math Alive course at Princeton.
Recent publications include explorations of EvenQuads games (2025), Chip-Firing algorithms (2022-2025), and SET game generalizations (2025). Her work often intertwines group theory, graph theory, and error-correcting codes.
Scientific Awards:
- 2021 MLK Leadership Award (MIT)
- 2019 Infinite Mile Award (MIT)
- 1976 Gold Medal at International Mathematics Olympiad
- 1975 Silver Medal at International Mathematics Olympiad
She mentors students through programs like PRIMES and RSI, emphasizing puzzle-based learning. Her blog and public talks continue to engage global audiences with mathematics.
