Ioana Dumitriu
Mathematician specializing in geometry
Born
July 6th, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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This mathematician specializes in differential geometry and complex analysis. Holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of California, Berkeley. Has served as a faculty member at several universities, contributing to research in geometric analysis and topology. Research interests include areas such as mathematical physics and low-dimensional topology.
Contributed to geometric analysis
Published numerous research papers
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