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Thomas J. Haines is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Maryland, College Park. His academic work centers on advanced topics in number theory and algebraic geometry, with significant contributions to the Langlands program and related fields. He maintains an active research profile with recent publications spanning geometric representation theory and arithmetic geometry.
Research Focus: His primary interests include Shimura varieties, flag varieties and Grassmannians for groups and loop groups, representations of p-adic groups, and the Langlands program. These areas intersect with cutting-edge developments in arithmetic geometry and automorphic forms, particularly in the context of local models and geometric Satake theory.
The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on geometric structures underlying number-theoretic objects. Key themes include the study of singularities in local models, normality properties of Schubert varieties, and combinatorial models for representation-theoretic constructions. His work frequently bridges abstract algebraic geometry with concrete arithmetic applications.
Teaching Responsibilities: Currently instructing Math 406 (Introduction to Number Theory) and Math 636 (Representation Theory) for Fall 2024. His course materials extend to graduate-level topics including commutative algebra and Hecke algebras, reflecting his research expertise.
Haines collaborates extensively with leading mathematicians including Timo Richarz, Joao Lourenco, and Ulrich Goertz. His editorial work includes co-editing the 2020 Cambridge University Press volume Shimura Varieties in the London Mathematical Society Lecture Note Series. While no explicit student lists or award mentions appear in available records, his sustained publication record since the early 2000s demonstrates significant scholarly impact.
