Dr. Peter Petersen

Professor

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Biography

Peter Petersen is a knowledgeable mathematician and professor specializing in Riemannian Geometry, Differential Geometry, and Linear Algebra. He has authored works including the 3rd edition of 'Riemannian Geometry' published by Springer-Verlag and 'Linear Algebra' in the Undergraduate Texts in Mathematics series. His academic contributions also include lecture notes that focus on advanced mathematical concepts such as Smooth Manifolds, Transversality, and De Rham Cohomology. Petersen has been actively involved in research and has presented aspects of Riemannian Geometry in various publications, including recent papers available on ArXiv. Apart from his research, he has guided undergraduate research students through the UCLA REU program, demonstrating a commitment to fostering student engagement in mathematics. Petersen is associated with the Department of Mathematics at the University of California, Los Angeles, and continues to contribute to the academic community through his teaching and scholarly work.

Research Interests

Courses

Linear Algebra Differential Geometry

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.