Dr. Miranda Holmes Cerfon

Associate Professor

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Biography

Miranda Holmes-Cerfon is an applied mathematician at the University of British Columbia. Her research focuses on developing tools to address problems in science and engineering. Her mathematical work draws from areas of pure and applied mathematics, including stochastic analysis, computational statistical mechanics, multiscale methods, computational geometry, and rigidity theory. In her scientific work, she addresses various physical and biological systems, diving into fields like materials science, soft-matter physics, fluid dynamics, and ecology. Over her academic career, she has published extensively, contributing significantly to both mathematical theory and its applications. In addition to her position at UBC, she has held faculty roles at New York University and Harvard University, where she developed her teaching and research skills in applied mathematics.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Teaching and conducting research in applied mathematics.

Associate Professor

— Present

New York University • New York, NY

Conducted research and taught mathematics.

Assistant Professor

— Present

New York University • New York, NY

Instructed undergraduate and graduate courses in mathematics.

Courant Instructor

— Present

New York University • New York, NY

Worked on advanced mathematical instruction and research.

Instructor

— Present

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA

Taught courses in the School of Engineering and Applied Science.

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.