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Professor Dr. Paul Newton

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Biography

Professor Newton is a mathematical scientist whose work emphasizes developing mathematical models for nonlinear dynamical processes, fluid mechanics, biophysics, and mathematical oncology. He has held various academic positions, including Professor at the University of Southern California since 1998, where he is involved in the Departments of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics. His extensive expertise in theoretical fluid mechanics and low-dimensional models of fluid flows positions him at the forefront of applied mathematics. Professor Newton's contributions to the field have earned him recognition, including the Guggenheim Fellowship for the term 2025 and accolades from the American Association for the Advancement of Science for his outstanding contributions to applied mathematics and mathematical oncology. He has also been awarded the Phi Kappa Phi Faculty Recognition Award at USC and the Beckman Institute Research Fellow Award. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from Brown University and a B.S. in Applied Mathematics/Physics from Harvard University.

Research Interests

Theoretical Fluid Mechanics Low-Dimensional Models of Fluid Flows Nonlinear Dynamical Systems Biophysics Mathematical Oncology

Experience

Professor

1998-01-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and conducting research in applied mathematics, fluid mechanics, and related fields.

Associate Professor

1993-01-01 — 1998-01-01

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Provided instruction and contributed to research in mathematics and engineering.

Associate Professor

1992-01-01 — 1993-01-01

Beckman Institute, University of Illinois • Urbana, IL

Engaged in teaching and research in mathematics and complex systems.

Visiting Assistant Professor

1989-01-01 — Present

Brown University • Providence, RI

Delivered lectures and conducted research in applied mathematics.

Postdoctoral Fellow

1985-01-01 — 1987-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Worked on mathematical research in the Department of Mathematics.

Awards

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Guggenheim Fellowship

2025-01-01
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American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow

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Phi Kappa Phi Faculty Recognition Award

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Beckman Institute Research Fellow Award

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Oakley-Kund Teaching Award (University Finalist)

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Brown University Fellowship

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Harvard University Scholarship Academic Achievement

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
GRE General

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science

Application Checklist

  • Official transcripts
  • GRE General scores
  • TOEFL scores (International)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement

Specialization Notes

Requires general GRE for all graduate degrees.