Robert Calderbank is a distinguished academic and researcher at Duke University, holding professorships in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Mathematics. He serves as Director of the Information Initiative at Duke and is affiliated with the Duke Quantum Center. His interdisciplinary work bridges information theory, quantum computing, and biomedical applications. Education: Ph.D. from California Institute of Technology (1980) Previous Institution: Princeton University (Distinguished Professor) Calderbank's research spans wireless communications, distributed storage systems, machine learning, and quantum information theory. Recent work focuses on two-dimensional magnetic recording, quantum error correction, and biomedical imaging with pump-probe microscopy. His publications demonstrate sustained innovation in constrained coding, matrix completion, and subspace classification. Scientific contributions include grants from the National Science Foundation and collaborative projects with the University of Maryland. Awards include Fellowships from the Royal Society, IEEE, and AAAS. His teaching and mentorship at Duke and Princeton have shaped next-generation signal processing and computer science research.
Liz Stanhope is a Professor of Mathematics in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Lewis & Clark College, located in BoDine Hall, Portland, OR. Her research spans spectral geometry, spectral graph theory, and quantitative biology education. Her research interests lie at the intersection of differential geometry and spectral theory, particularly focusing on Riemannian orbifolds and the inverse problem of determining geometric properties from spectral data. She explores questions such as 'Can you hear the shape of an object?' in the context of orbifolds and graphs. She also contributes to interdisciplinary work in math education, especially in developing assessment tools for quantitative reasoning in biology. The published works show a strong trend in spectral geometry of orbifolds and graphs, with recent emphasis on orbigraphs and the Steklov problem. Her educational research includes the development of the BioSQuaRE exam, reflecting a commitment to improving STEM education. Several publications involve undergraduate co-authors, highlighting her dedication to undergraduate research mentorship. She has not been mentioned as receiving any formal scientific awards in the provided text. Liz Stanhope actively mentors undergraduate students, as evidenced by the numerous publications with undergraduate co-authors. While specific grant details are not listed, her interdisciplinary projects suggest involvement in educational and mathematical research funding. She maintains an active research program in both pure and applied directions. There is no mention of specific labs or research teams in the provided content, though her collaborative publications imply active research groups or partnerships, particularly in spectral geometry and biology education initiatives.
Valentin Lychagin is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at UiT The Arctic University of Norway. His research lies at the intersection of differential geometry, mathematical physics, and applied mathematics, with a focus on symmetry analysis, differential invariants, and geometric modeling of physical systems. His research interests include Differential Geometry , Fluid Dynamics , Thermodynamics , Continuum Mechanics , Control Theory , and Image Recognition . He applies geometric and algebraic methods to study fluid flows, filtration in porous media, phase transitions, and Hamiltonian systems. His work frequently involves the construction of differential invariants and their applications in symmetry classification and exact solutions of PDEs. The recent publications span topics such as symmetry classification of viscous and inviscid flows, geometric structures in relativity, thermodynamic modeling of real gases, optimal control in oil recovery, and geometric methods in image recognition. These works demonstrate a strong trend toward unifying geometric frameworks with physical modeling, particularly using tools from Lie group analysis, jet space theory, and contact geometry. His scientific contributions include collaborations with prominent mathematicians such as Valeriy Yumaguzhin, Alexei Kushner, Anna Duyunova, and Nadiia Konovenko. While no formal awards are listed, his consistent publication record in high-quality journals and books with Springer Nature underscores his scholarly impact. Lychagin advises or collaborates with several researchers, though no explicit list of students is provided. His work involves theoretical development with applications in engineering and physics, particularly in energy and environmental modeling. He has contributed to models of oil displacement, filtration dynamics, and nonlinear wave propagation. He is affiliated with a research group focused on geometric methods in differential equations and mathematical physics. His office is located in Realfagbygget A219, and he maintains an active research profile through UiT’s Cristin system.
Antonio Jose' Di Scala is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences "GL Lagrange" (DISMA) at the Polytechnic University of Turin, where he is also a member of the College of Mathematical Engineering and the College of Computer, Film and Mechatronics Engineering. He teaches advanced courses such as Cryptography in Mathematical Engineering and Cybersecurity programs, and foundational courses like Linear Algebra and Geometry in Aerospace Engineering. His research centers on differential geometry and its applications to cryptography. Key interests include Kähler manifolds, holonomy, submanifold theory, and blockchain technologies. He leads commercial research projects on cryptocurrency mining and blockchain computing power, aligning theoretical mathematics with real-world applications in security and distributed ledger technology. His recent publications focus on geometric structures in both pure and applied contexts, including Kähler immersions, helix submanifolds, and constant-angle surfaces with applications in material science. These works reflect a strong trend in using differential geometry to solve problems in mathematical physics and cryptography. He serves on doctoral colleges for Mathematical Sciences at both the Polytechnic University of Turin and the University of Turin, advising PhD candidates in pure and applied mathematics. His research is supported by commercial grants, particularly in blockchain and cybersecurity domains. Di Scala is an active member of the Cryptography and Number Theory research group at DISMA. His work bridges theoretical mathematics and emerging technologies, particularly through the application of geometric methods to cryptographic systems and blockchain infrastructure.
Giovanni Manno is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences (DISMA) at the Polytechnic University of Turin, where he also serves as Vice Coordinator of the College of Mathematical Engineering. His research lies at the intersection of differential geometry and the geometric theory of partial differential equations, with a strong focus on contact and symplectic structures, Monge-Ampère equations, and integrable systems. Position: Full Professor (L. 240) Institution: Polytechnic University of Turin Department: Department of Mathematical Sciences (DISMA) Email: giovanni.manno@polito.it His research interests include differential geometry, geometry of PDEs, contact geometry of PDEs, Monge-Ampère equations on contact manifolds, and metrics admitting geodesic symmetries. These areas are deeply interconnected, focusing on the geometric structures underlying differential equations and their symmetries. The recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a consistent trend in geometric analysis of PDEs, particularly exploring c-projective and projective symmetries in Kähler and Riemannian geometries, moment maps in symplectic Monge-Ampère theory, and invariant PDEs on hypersurfaces. These works demonstrate advanced techniques in Lie symmetry analysis, geometric structures, and integrability. His scientific awards include: INdAM Fellowship (Marie Skłodowska-Curie cofunded), 2012 MIUR "Future in Research", 2013 University of Padua Young Scholars Funding, 2013 INdAM Project on Projective Connections and Integrable Systems, 2018 He has been actively involved in academic service, serving on the editorial boards of Mathematical Seminar Reports and Banach Center Publications , and participating in the organizing and scientific committees of international conferences such as the Geometry of Lagrangian Grassmannians and Nonlinear PDEs. He has held a fixed-term Senior Researcher position at the National Institute of Higher Mathematics "Francesco Severi" (2014). Manno has taught in PhD programs at both the Polytechnic University of Turin and the University of Turin, and regularly teaches advanced and foundational courses such as Differential Manifolds and Tensors, Projective Differential Geometry, and Linear Algebra and Geometry across aerospace and computer science engineering programs. He is a member of the research group Functional Analysis and Differential Geometry (DISMA) and contributes to the Geometry of PDEs research area.
JOAN JOSEP FERRANDO BARGUES is a Professor in the Department of Astronomy at the Faculty of Physics, University of Valencia. His research is centered on theoretical physics, particularly within the domains of relativity, gravitational theory, and differential geometry. He is an active member of the REPOCO (Relativity, Relativistic Positioning and Cosmology) research group, focusing on the mathematical structure of spacetime and exact solutions to Einstein's equations. His primary research interests include Relativity and Gravitational Theory , Differential Geometry , Theoretical Physics , Cosmology , and Mathematical Physics . His work often explores the intrinsic characterization of spacetimes, thermodynamic properties of relativistic fluids, and the geometric foundations of relativistic positioning systems. He has made significant contributions to the classification of type D and Petrov type I spacetimes, the study of Killing and conformal tensors, and the thermodynamics of perfect fluids in general relativity. The analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the geometric and algebraic properties of spacetimes. His research trends include the intrinsic characterization of symmetric spacetimes (spherical, warped), the thermodynamic classification of inhomogeneous models (Szekeres-Szafron), the study of isometry groups in three-dimensional spaces, and the application of super-energy and Bel tensors to analyze gravitational radiation. His work is deeply rooted in differential geometry and mathematical relativity, aiming to provide invariant and coordinate-independent descriptions of physical and geometric phenomena. He has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. He has collaborated extensively with researchers such as Juan Antonio Sáez and Bartolomé Coll on numerous publications. His research has been supported by his affiliation with the University of Valencia and the REPOCO group, though specific grant details are not mentioned. His primary research lab or team is the REPOCO (Relativity, Relativistic Positioning and Cosmology) group, which investigates foundational aspects of general relativity and their applications to cosmology and positioning systems.
Professor Benjamin Martin is a faculty member in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Aberdeen, part of the School of Natural and Computing Sciences. He holds the title of Personal Chair, indicating a senior professorial position. His research spans algebra and topology, with recent work focusing on algebraic groups, geometric invariant theory, and low-dimensional manifolds. His educational background includes: BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Physics, University of Otago PhD in Mathematics, King’s College London (supervised by Dr. Luke Hodgkin) His research interests lie at the intersection of algebra and geometry, particularly in the structure of reductive groups, complete reducibility, unipotent elements, and the topology of 3-manifolds. His work often involves deep connections between group theory, representation theory, and geometric structures. The recent publications (2024–2025) show a strong trend in pure mathematics, especially in algebraic group theory and geometric topology. Articles focus on stabilisers, A1 subgroups, G-complete reducibility, and essential tori in 3-manifolds, indicating sustained contributions to foundational areas of modern mathematics. While no scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his consistent publication record in high-quality journals such as Pacific Journal of Mathematics , Algebra & Number Theory , and Geometriae Dedicata reflects recognition in the mathematical community. Professor Martin has advised multiple researchers through collaborative projects, though specific student names are not listed. His career includes postdoctoral and faculty positions at institutions including the Australian National University, University of Sydney, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Macquarie University, University of Kent, University of Canterbury, and University of Auckland before joining the University of Aberdeen. He is associated with research groups in algebra and topology, likely contributing to the Pure Mathematics research theme within the School of Natural and Computing Sciences. His work is disseminated through open-access repositories such as AURA and arXiv, and he maintains a presence via Google Scholar and personal website.
Davide Cesare Veniani is a Postdoctoral Assistant at the University of Stuttgart, affiliated with the Institute of Discrete Structures and Symbolic Computing and the Chair of Differential Geometry. He holds a Privatdozent (Priv.-Doz.) title and completed his habilitation in Mathematics at Stuttgart in 2021. His research focuses on algebraic geometry, particularly K3 surfaces, Enriques surfaces, and their symmetries, enumerative problems, and connections to number theory. Education: PhD in Mathematics (2016), Leibniz Universität Hannover, under Prof. Matthias Schütt Postdoctoral positions at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz (2016–2019) and Universität Stuttgart (2019–present) His research interests include the geometry of algebraic surfaces, their moduli spaces, automorphisms, and applications to arithmetic geometry. He has organized events such as the 2023 FrAGe conference and contributed to international summer schools on arithmetic geometry. Teaching includes courses on mathematics for economics, advanced geometry topics, and seminars on group theory and algorithmic applications. His publications span high-impact journals, exploring subjects like elliptic fibrations, symplectic rigidity of hyperkähler manifolds, and Hensel lifting algorithms for quadratic forms.
Irina Markina is a Professor at the Department of Mathematics, University of Bergen. Her research focuses on Sub-Riemannian and Sub-Lorentzian geometry, Partial Differential Equations (PDEs), and geometric analysis. She has contributed to studies on geometric control theory, Lie groups, and their applications in physics and mathematical physics. Her work spans theoretical frameworks like the analysis of measure-preserving diffeomorphism groups, Stokes graphs in the Rabi problem, and harmonic maps into sub-Riemannian Lie groups. She has led the NordForsk Research Network 'Analysis and Applications', promoting Nordic collaboration in analysis. Key research areas include ultra-hyperbolic operators on pseudo H-type groups, classification of pseudo H-type algebras, and geometric problems on Stiefel/Grassmann manifolds. Her grants include funding from NordForsk, Norwegian Research Council, and Chilean agencies. She has supervised doctoral theses, including those by Anastasia Frolova and Mauricio Godoy Molina.
Emre Onur Kahya is a Professor at the Department of Physics Engineering, Istanbul Technical University. His primary research focuses on theoretical cosmology, quantum gravity, and inflationary physics. He has been the Principal Investigator (PI) on multiple projects funded by TÜBİTAK and BAP, including studies on adiabatic modes, conformally coupled scalars during inflation, and optimization methods in artificial learning. His work addresses fundamental questions in cosmology such as observational tensions in cosmic models, quantum effects on scalar fields, and gravitational wave physics. He has received notable awards including the Young Scientist Award (2016), Mustafa Parlar Research Encouragement Award (2017), and the GEBİP Outstanding Young Scientist Award (2015). His publications span topics like Horndeski gravity, Carrollian fermion quantization, and constraints on gravitational wave delays using IceCube data. Kahya’s research also involves collaborations on testing modified gravity models, dark energy survey results, and pulsar timing experiments. Key projects include studies on adiabatic solutions on limited manifolds, constraint equations in quantum gravity, and inflationary attractors. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with observational data, contributing to advancements in cosmological models and quantum field theory in curved spacetime.
Nurettin Cenk Turgay is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics Engineering at Istanbul Technical University. His research focuses on differential geometry, particularly in the study of hypersurfaces, Gauss maps, and biconservative surfaces in various geometric spaces such as Minkowski, Euclidean, and Robertson-Walker spacetimes. He has led several projects funded by TÜBİTAK and SRP, including studies on biconservative hypersurfaces, biharmonic submanifolds, and geometric properties of surfaces in semi-Riemannian manifolds. Key areas of research include the classification of surfaces with specific geometric properties (e.g., pointwise 1-type Gauss maps, constant mean curvature) and the analysis of rotational and helical surfaces in higher-dimensional spaces. His work often involves collaboration with international researchers, emphasizing geometric analysis and applications of partial differential equations in manifold theory. Education: Advanced degrees in Mathematics Engineering (details not specified). Projects: Euclid ve Minkowski uzaylarındaki bikonzörvatif yüzeylerin şekil operatörleri üzerine (2023-2024). Robertson- Walker Uzay Zamanların Alt Manifoldları (2022-2024). YarıRiemannsal uzay formlarındaki bikonzörvatif ve biharmonik yarıminimal yüzeyler (2017-2020). Grants: Multiple TÜBİTAK and SRP grants since 2014. His recent articles (2021-2025) explore topics like biconservative PNMCV surfaces in Minkowski spaces, generalized constant ratio hypersurfaces, and geometric isometries in higher-dimensional Euclidean spaces. Awards and honors are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Jose Perea is an Associate Professor at Northeastern University, jointly appointed in the Department of Mathematics and the Khoury College of Computer Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University and a B.Sc. (Summa cum Laude and Valedictorian) from Universidad del Valle. His research focuses on Topological Data Analysis (TDA), with applications to machine learning, signal analysis, and computational topology. He has developed algorithms like DREiMac and FibeRed for dimensionality reduction, and SW1PerS for periodicity detection in time series and video data. His academic journey includes postdoctoral work at Duke University and a position at Michigan State University. He has received grants from NSF, DARPA, and the NSF CAREER Award. Current projects include topological approaches to neuroscience, medical diagnostics, and geometric data analysis. Perea leads the development of open-source TDA tools and collaborates on applications in engineering and healthcare. Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2020). Research spans theoretical TDA, algorithm design, and interdisciplinary applications. He advises students in computational mathematics and computer science.
Dimitri Shlyakhtenko is a Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Department of Mathematics, with a distinguished career in free probability, operator algebras, and von Neumann algebras. He has held leadership roles as Department Chair (2012-2015) and Director of the Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics (2017-). Ph.D. in Mathematics (1997) from UC Berkeley under Dan-Virgil Voiculescu . B.S. with high distinction from the University of Nevada, Reno (1993). His research spans free probability , von Neumann algebras , C*-algebras , L2-invariants , and Poisson geometry . He has pioneered connections between free probability and random matrix theory, subfactor classifications, and non-commutative transport equations. Recent work includes inequalities for free entropy dimension and duality in non-commutative optimal transport. His 15 most recent publications focus on free entropy dimension, crossed products, non-commutative transport, and classification of von Neumann algebras. Topics include non-microstates free entropy , free group factors , quasi-regular inclusions , and type B free probability , with applications to quantum information and ergodic theory. Scientific Awards : Sloan Foundation Fellowship (2001), NSF Fellowships (1994, 1998), Clay Mathematics Institute award (2002), and Bourbaki Seminar recognition (2004). Organized major conferences at Fields Institute, Oberwolfach, IPAM, and UC Berkeley on quantitative linear algebra, free probability, and von Neumann algebras. He has mentored 12 Ph.D. students, including David Jekel and Max Zhou , with research in free analysis and operator-valued distributions. His work also involves collaborations with leading mathematicians like Alain Connes and Sorin Popa .
Christoph Böhm is a Professor at the Mathematical Institute, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Münster, Germany. He is a principal investigator in the Collaborative Research Center CRC 1442 "Geometry: Deformations and Rigidity" and a key member of the Excellence Cluster Mathematics Münster. His research lies at the intersection of differential geometry, geometric analysis, and dynamical systems, with a focus on Ricci flow, Einstein metrics, and geometric evolution equations. Research Interests: His work primarily explores Differential Geometry with deep focus on Ricci Flow , Homogeneous and Cohomogeneity-One Spaces , Einstein Manifolds , and Curvature Analysis . He investigates the long-term behavior of geometric flows, rigidity phenomena, and the interplay between symmetry and curvature. His projects such as "Geometric evolution equations" (CRC 1442 - B02) and "Harmonic maps and symmetry" (CRC 1442 - B04) reflect his interest in geometric PDEs under symmetry assumptions. He also contributes to understanding singular spaces and irregular gradient flows in geometric contexts. The recent publications highlight a consistent trend in homogeneous Ricci flows , non-compact Einstein manifolds , and scalar curvature behavior . These works demonstrate a strong emphasis on classification, existence, and optimal estimates in geometric evolution, often leveraging group actions and symmetry. The subfields span geometric PDEs, Lie group geometry, and variational methods. Scientific Awards: No specific awards are mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, Böhm has extensive collaborative research with mathematicians such as Ramiro Lafuente, Burkhard Wilking, Timothy Buttsworth, and Brian Clarke. He is actively involved in major funded projects including CRC 1442 (B02, B04), EXC 2044 (B1, C4), and a project on dynamical systems and irregular gradient flows. These grants support his research in geometric analysis and its connections to topology and mathematical physics. Labs and Teams: Böhm is part of the research group in differential geometry at the University of Münster, collaborating closely with Prof. Burkhard Wilking. He contributes to the broader Mathematics Münster cluster, which fosters interdisciplinary research in geometry, analysis, and topology. His work is integrated into a vibrant research environment focused on "Groups and actions", "Curvature, shape, and global analysis", and "Singularities and PDEs".
HONTANI Hidekata is a Professor at Nagoya Institute of Technology's Department of Information Engineering, Media Informatics Field, and Graduate School of Engineering, Media Informatics Program. He is also affiliated with the Advanced Medical Physics and IT Research Center and the Center for Research and Development in Higher Engineering-Education. His career includes academic roles at institutions like Yamagata University and The University of Tokyo. Doctorate in Engineering from The University of Tokyo (2000) Professional memberships in IEEE, SICE, IEICE, and IPSJ Research focuses on Medical Image Processing and Computational Anatomy , with recent advancements in deep learning applications for pathology image analysis, TMS electromagnetic modeling, and spatiotemporal cancer dynamics. He pioneered techniques for counterfactual image generation in lymphoma pathology and adaptive sparse regularization for signal processing. Notable trends in his publications (2017-2024) include AI-driven histopathology , generative models for medical imaging, and tumor microenvironment analysis using multi-scale MRI-pathology fusion. His work bridges machine learning , computational anatomy , and clinical applications . Scientific Awards : Multiple Japan Society of Medical Imaging and Information Sciences awards (2017-2024), Cum Laude Poster Award at SPIE Medical Imaging (2018) Grants : Principal Investigator for JSPS KAKENHI projects on lymphoma subtyping (2022-2025), 3D tumor modeling (2018-2021), and computational anatomy (2014-2019) He leads the Advanced Medical Physics and IT Research Center and contributes to academic societies as a committee member in organizations including IEICE and Japan Society of Medical Imaging and Information Sciences.
