Dr. Mark Stern

Biography

Professor Mark Stern has been a faculty member in the Mathematics Department at Duke University since 1992. His research primarily involves analytic problems arising in geometry and physics, particularly focusing on Yang-Mills theory. Professor Stern has conducted significant work on various analytical, geometric, and topological questions related to this field, including the analysis of moduli spaces of Yang-Mills instantons and gravitational instantons. His extensive research further encompasses asymptotic structures of instantons, where he has made contributions to proving a nonlinear analog of the inverse square law in electromagnetism. His contributions to differential and geometric analysis are recognized through his various publications and grants. Professor Stern's academic lineage includes a Ph.D. from Princeton University, emphasizing his strong foundation in mathematical research. He has also been a principal investigator for multiple grants awarded by prestigious institutions, such as the Simons Foundation and the National Science Foundation, showcasing his continued impact and relevance in the mathematical community.

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