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Sara Zahedi is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Her research bridges mathematical theory and practical applications, focusing on improving numerical algorithms to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of computer simulations. Her work predominantly revolves around computational methods for solving partial differential equations (PDEs) in evolving domains, particularly in multiphase flow simulations at interfaces between immiscible fluids. One of her notable contributions includes the development of advanced Cut Finite Element Methods (CutFEM), which provide an effective means of handling evolving geometries that intersect computational meshes without losing accuracy. She earned her doctorate from KTH with a dissertation on numerical methods for fluid interface problems and has held a postdoctoral position at Uppsala University. In recognition of her contributions to mathematics, she was awarded the European Mathematical Society Prize in 2016 for young researchers and has received a Wallenberg Fellowship, which has been extended until 2024. Currently, she serves as an Associate Editor for the SIAM Journal on Numerical Analysis (SINUM) and participates actively in the SCI Faculty Board to enhance collaboration and transparency in faculty decision-making.
KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden
Professor in the Department of Mathematics, focusing on numerical analysis and its applications.
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