Yihong Du

Professor Yihong Du is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of New England, School of Science and Technology. He obtained his PhD in 1988 from Shandong University, China, and joined UNE in 1991. His affiliations include being an Adjunct Professor at Qufu Normal University (2004-2010) and membership in the Australian Mathematical Society.

Education:

• PhD, Shandong University (1988)
• MSc, Shandong University
• BSc, Shandong University

Research focuses on nonlinear partial differential equations arising in biological and ecological contexts. Key areas include propagation phenomena modeled through free boundary problems, nonlinear reaction-diffusion systems, and applications in invasion ecology and viral spread. His work combines rigorous mathematical analysis with biological insights to study pattern formation, threshold dynamics, and spatial spread mechanisms.

Publications demonstrate consistent focus on propagation phenomena in high-dimensional systems, nonlocal diffusion mechanisms, and ecological applications. Recent articles explore accelerated spreading speeds, sharp asymptotic profiles, and competition models, with increasing emphasis on epidemiological frameworks like West Nile virus dynamics.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science (2021)
• Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2018-2020)
• ARC College of Experts Membership (2014-2017, 2020-2022)
• Vice-Chancellor’s Research Excellence Award (2007)
• Sino-British Friendship Scholarship (1990)

Major Research Grants:

• ARC DP220101820 (2022-2024): Nonlinear PDEs and propagation phenomena
• ARC DP220101816 (2022-2024): Singular solutions for nonlinear equations
• ARC DP190103757 (2019-2021): Propagation via nonlinear PDEs
• ARC DP170103087 (2017-2019): Nonlinear PDEs: bubbles and stability
• ARC DP150101867 (2015-2018): PDEs with free boundary

He leads the Mathematical Analysis and Modelling Group at UNE and collaborates internationally on projects involving free boundary problems and ecological applications.