Dr. Rob Eggermont

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rob Eggermont is an assistant professor in the research group Discrete Mathematics at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). He is a member of the Discrete Algebra Geometry group, and plays a leading role in algebraic graph theory, finite incidence geometry, and discrete Lie theory. His research focuses on finiteness properties in settings of variable infinite dimension symmetry, and the general theory of structure in these settings, along with practical applications. His work involves the matter of coefficients in matrices and rank, and how these relate to varieties described by independent variables through algebraic geometry. Furthermore, he investigates algorithms for testing membership in various polynomial time. His research applications span fields such as phylogenetics, chemistry, and algebraic statistics, especially in systems exhibiting a substantial amount of symmetry, assisting in managing millions of variables efficiently. Rob earned his MSc in Mathematics from Leiden University in 2011, graduating cum laude, followed by a PhD from TU/e in August 2015, also graduated cum laude. He completed his postdoctoral research at the University of Michigan before returning to TU/e as an assistant professor. He has published in various leading journals, including Algebra Number Theory and Linear Algebra and its Applications, and has spoken at numerous academic symposiums and workshops.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2017-07-01 — Present

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, The Netherlands

Research group Discrete Mathematics, focusing on algebraic graph theory and discrete geometry.

Awards

#1

Jong Talent Aanmoedigingsprijs

2007-01-01

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
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