Dr. Maria Colombo

Professor

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Biography

Maria Colombo is a prominent researcher in mathematical analysis with a focus on topics such as the Euler and Navier-Stokes equations, global existence, weak solutions, and more. She has gained recognition for her contributions to the field, being awarded various prizes including the Collatz prize from ICIAM in 2023 and the De Giorgi Prize from the Italian Mathematical Union in 2023. Colombo has made significant impacts in academia through her teaching and mentorship, guiding numerous PhD students at EPFL, including notable names such as Roberto Colombo and Antonio Tirotta. Her research involves fundamental results and significant discussions concerning classical fluid dynamics and related mathematical concepts. In addition to her academic achievements, her involvement in various international congresses and collaborations highlights her commitment to advancing the field of mathematics further. This has gained her esteem and recognition among European mathematicians as she continues to strive for excellence in her research and teaching.

Research Interests

Courses

Analysis IV - Lebesgue Measure Fourier Analysis Lebesgue Integration Topics in Euler and Navier-Stokes Equations

Requirements for École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a related field Strong foundation in Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Probability Proficiency in programming (Python, Java, or C++)
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