Dr. Gérard Ben Arous

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Biography

Gérard Ben Arous is a Silver Professor in the Department of Mathematics at New York University, where he also serves as the Director of the Courant Institute. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from University Paris 7, completed in 1981, and has a strong academic background including an M.Sc. in Statistics from University Paris-Sud Orsay and a B.S. in Mathematics from Ecole Normale Superieure in Paris. His research focuses on probability theory, particularly stochastic analysis, large deviations, random media, and random matrices. In addition to theoretical work, Ben Arous explores connections between mathematics and physics, including applications in statistical mechanics and disordered media. His main interest lies in the time evolution of complex systems, emphasizing universal aspects of long-time behavior and the interplay between complexity and disorder, which can lead to phenomena such as aging. He has published numerous articles in prominent journals, including the Annals of Probability, and continues to contribute significantly to the field through his research and academic leadership.

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Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.