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Book Publication – Jiguang Sun

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The Department of Mathematical Sciences is pleased to share the recent publication by Jinguang Sun, Endowed Professor of Mathematics. Dr. Sun, along with co-author Aihui Zhou, published the 2nd Edition of “Finite Element Methods for Eignevalue Problems” on May 10, 2026 through CRC Press.

“Finite Element Methods for Eigenvalue Problems” covers finite element methods for several typical eigenvalues that arise from science and engineering. Both theory and implementation are covered in depth at the graduate level. The background for typical eigenvalue problems is included along with functional analysis tools, finite element discretization methods, convergence analysis, techniques for matrix evaluation problems, and computer implementation. The book also presents new methods, such as the discontinuous Galerkin method, and new problems, such as the transmission eigenvalue problem.

A big congratulations to Dr. Sun!

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Dr. William Keith Recognized with Springer Nature Editorial Award

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Dr. William Keith

Congratulations to Associate Professor William Keith in the Department of Mathematical Sciences on receiving the 2026 Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Award (the Editorial Contribution category) for The Ramanujan Journal.

This award recognizes Prof. Keith’s role in “assessing new submissions and rigorously managing the peer review process, safeguarding the scientific accuracy of the published record, and ensuring authors’ work commands the highest level of trust.”

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Keith for this well-deserved distinction.

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Kliakhandler sponsors A Workshop on Applied and Numerical Mathematics

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The Department of Mathematical Sciences hosted A Workshop on Applied and Numerical Mathematics, sponsored by generous gifts from Igor Kliakhandler and the Applied Mathematics Department at University of Colorado Boulder. The workshop was held June 8 – 10, 2026 in the U.J. Noblet Forestry Building. Held to celebrate the 80th birthday of renown mathematician, Bengt Fornberg, the workshop brought together leading international experts from across the field of numerical analysis, with a central focus on high-order methods for solving partial differential equations. The workshop was structured with a strong educational emphasis, particularly aimed at graduate students and early-career researchers across STEM disciplines. The mornings were devoted to lectures on modern high-accuracy numerical techniques, while the afternoons featured research talks covering a broad range of topics, including, but not limited to, recent advances in the discretization of differential and integral operators, as well as methods based on rational functions, radial basis functions (RBFs), and finite difference approaches.

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Book Publication – Alexander Labovsky

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The Department of Mathematical Sciences is pleased to share the recent publication by Associate Professor Alexander Labovsky. Alex wrote “Defect Correction Methods for Fluid Flows at High Reynolds Numbers“, which was published July 16, 2025, through Chapman & Hall.

Alex was also celebrated on March 13, 2026 at the Michigan Tech Author’s Reception in the Van Pelt and Opie Library.

“Defect Correction Methods for Fluid Flows at High Reynold’s Numbers” presents the mathematical development of defect correction methods (DCM) in application to fluid flow problems in various settings. It shows several approaches to applying the DCM ideas in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) – from a basic idea of controlling the flow by the means of increased diffusion, to the state-of-the-art family of novel, DCM-based turbulence models.

Congratulations on your accomplishment, Alex!

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Dr. Susanne Brenner to Deliver Kliakhandler Lectures

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We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Susanne Brenner to deliver the seventh of our Kliakhandler Lectures. Dr. Brenner is a Boyd Professor, a leading researcher in numerical analysis, and an IAM, AMS, AAAS, and ASM fellow who serves on multiple publication editorial boards. She was also appointed to the NSF Advisory Committee for Mathematical and Physical Sciences. Additionally, she is a former SIAM president.

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Dr. Susanne Brenner visits campus October 3-4.

Dr. Brenner presents the Public Kliakhandler Lecture Thursday, October 3 at 6 p.m. in Fisher Hall 139. Her public lecture focuses on the history as well as the current challenges and opportunities offered by computational mathematics. Mark your calendars to attend this highly anticipated mathematics event—spread the word! Let’s give Dr. Brenner our best UP welcome!

Then, on Friday, October 4, Dr. Brenner presents her Mathematics Department research colloquium. This presentation, titled “Novel Finite Element Methods for Elliptic Optimal Control Problems with Pointwise State Constraints,” is at 1 p.m. in Fisher Hall 230. Faculty, staff, and students make sure to attend this memorable event.

To read more details on the events and on our esteemed guest, please see the College of Sciences and Arts blog.

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Mathematicians at Michigan Technological University conduct research and guide students in applying concepts to fields like business, engineering, healthcare, and government. The Mathematical Sciences Department offers undergraduate degrees in business analytics, mathematics, mathematics and computer science, and statistics and graduate programs with degrees in mathematical sciences, applied statistics, and statistics. Students supercharge their math skills at Michigan’s premier technological university and graduate prepared for successful careers in academia, research, and tomorrow’s high-tech business environment.

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Sha Recognized as 2024 Distinguished Professor

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The Mathematical Sciences Department, the home department of Distinguished Professor Qiuying Sha, is housed in Fisher Hall on the Michigan Tech campus.

Congratulations to Qiuying Sha, named a 2024 Distinguished Professor by the Office of the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Distinguished Professor title is awarded to outstanding faculty members who have made substantial contributions to the University and their discipline that are not currently recognized with an endowed position.

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Qiuying Sha has been named a 2024 Distinguished Professor for outstanding contributions to Michigan Tech.

Sha is a professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences. The nomination materials commended Sha’s excellence in all areas of teaching, research, and service. Sha is one of four honorees in 2024, and the first department member to be recognized with this honor.

In addition to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses at Michigan Tech since 2005, Sha was a co-creator of the online Master of Science in Applied Statistics — one of the University’s first online graduate degrees.

Sha is an internationally recognized leader in statistical genetics, developing statistical methods for understanding the genetic basis of human diseases and traits. Her work has been supported by the National Institutes of Health, and she has published over 70 papers. Graduate students supported and advised by Sha work at Southfield University and the University of Illinois Chicago, while others have accepted postdoctoral appointments with Yale, Columbia, and the University of Michigan.

Sha has served on NIH’s review panel and as an editorial board member for Scientific Reports. She has also served on early career management committees and many other committees at Michigan Tech.

“Dr. Sha demonstrates exemplary leadership in teaching, research, and service,” said Melissa Keranen, Department of Mathematical Sciences chair. “She has gone above and beyond to ensure our undergraduate and graduate students succeed. She is a valuable member of our department, and we are thrilled for her well-deserved recognition.”

About the Department of Mathematical Sciences

Mathematicians at Michigan Technological University conduct research and guide students, applying concepts to fields like business, engineering, healthcare, and government. Students supercharge their math skills at Michigan’s premier technological university. They graduate prepared for successful careers in academia, research, and tomorrow’s high-tech business environment.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers undergraduate and graduate programs with degrees in mathematical sciences, applied statistics, and statistics. Questions? Contact us at mathdept@mtu.edu. Follow us on Facebook or read the Mathematical Sciences news blog for the latest happenings.

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In Print: Pinelis Paper Published in the Journal Electronic Communications in Probability

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Dr. Iosif Pinelis
Professor, Mathematical Sciences

Congratulations to Iosif Pinelis. Dr. Pinelis is the author of a paper published in the Journal Electronic Communications in Probability. The paper is titled “Asymptotics of the rate function in the large deviation principle for sums of independent identically distributed random variables.”

Dr. Pinelis is a professor of mathematical sciences whose main interests are in exact inequalities and limit theorems and extremal problems in probability theory. Other interests include optimization, evolutionary modeling, and operations research.

About the Mathematical Sciences Department

Mathematicians at Michigan Technological University conduct research and guide students, applying concepts to fields like business, engineering, healthcare, and government. The Mathematical Sciences Department offers undergraduate and graduate programs with degrees in mathematical sciences, applied statistics, and statistics. Students supercharge their math skills at Michigan’s premier technological university. They graduate prepared for successful careers in academia, research, and tomorrow’s high-tech business environment.

Questions? Contact us at mathdept@mtu.edu. Follow us on Facebook or read the Mathematical Sciences news blog for the latest happenings.

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A Super Sweet Pi Day Celebration

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Pi Day was celebrated in the Department of Mathematical Sciences on Tuesday, March 14 (3/14) at 1:59pm.

Are you starting to see a slight pattern here – 3.14159? Pi Day celebrations were held throughout the world on March 14 and we thought it would be fun to join in on the festivities.

As you probably already know, the Greek letter “Pi” is a mathematical symbol used to represent a constant. One of the most well known mathematical constants is the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. So, in keeping with the mathematical related theme, pie was served!

Several members of the faculty, staff and student body in the math department joined together on Pi Day to chow down on their favorite variety of that sweet, circular treat – PIE. As a matter of fact, a total of 12.14159 different selections of pie adorned a conference table in the math lounge for sampling.

Additionally, undergrad math majors were invited to participate in a very irrational game of Pi Bee. Here, students tested their memory by recording as many digits of pi they could remember – unassisted.

Many entries were submitted, but there could be only one winner. Eli DeWitt (General Mathematics major) provided a heaping total of 43 correct and consecutive digits. His sweet reward for such an outstanding memory was a gift card to the Campus Book Store.

We look forward to the infinite possibilities for future celebrations. Check out our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086619613325 to see some of the other interesting events taking place in the department.

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