Dr. Russel Caflisch

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Biography

Russel E. Caflisch is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at New York University. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, where he completed his doctoral work in June 1978. Caflisch has an extensive academic background, having earned an M.S. in Mathematics from the same institution in February 1977, and a B.S. in Mathematics from Michigan State University in June 1975. His research interests span applied mathematics, focusing on partial differential equations (PDEs), fluid dynamics, and plasma physics, as well as materials science. Additionally, he is engaged in the study and application of Monte Carlo methods and computational finance, showcasing a diverse range of applications of mathematical principles. Caflisch is actively involved in academic contributions and research initiatives through his professional endeavors at NYU.

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Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.