Dr. Plamen Stefanov is a Professor of Mathematics at Purdue University's Department of Mathematics within the College of Science. He holds a Ph.D. from Sofia University (1988) and has served as Associate Head for Graduate Studies from 2019 to 2023. His research focuses on inverse problems, integral geometry, partial differential equations, and microlocal analysis, with applications to scattering theory and geometric analysis. Recent work includes studies on light ray transforms, nonlinear wave phenomena, and boundary rigidity problems. His research has been supported by collaborative projects and international conferences, and he maintains an active role in the academic community through editorial work and mentoring efforts. His academic contributions span theoretical advancements in inverse scattering, tomography, and geometric analysis, with a particular emphasis on developing novel methodologies for solving inverse problems in complex systems. His work often bridges mathematical theory with practical applications in physics and engineering. Notable projects include investigations into the Lorentzian scattering rigidity problem and the recovery of nonlinear terms in wave equations. Dr. Stefanov’s expertise is reflected in over 150 peer-reviewed articles, with recent publications addressing topics such as the solid-fluid transmission problem, microlocal analysis in tomography, and the mathematical foundations of multiwave tomography. He is an active member of the inverse problems community, contributing to conferences and journal editorships.





