Dr. Robert Griess

Professor

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Biography

Robert Griess is a distinguished professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Michigan. He has made pioneering discoveries in the areas of finite groups, finite aspects of Lie theory, vertex operator algebras, and rational lattices. Griess obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 1971. His research interests encompass finite simple groups, group extensions, cohomology, and algebraic group theory. He further specializes in infinite dimensional groups, Lie algebras, and nonassociative algebras. His significant contributions to the field of algebraic geometry and his work with vertex operator algebras have placed him at the forefront of mathematical research, influencing many areas within mathematics.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
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Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science