Dr. Scott Maclachlan

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Biography

Scott MacLachlan is a professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland, where he focuses on applied and computational mathematics. He has developed efficient numerical methods for solving partial differential and integro-differential equations, employing multiscale numerical analysis techniques. MacLachlan has served on editorial boards for esteemed journals and has been involved in various international conferences, contributing significantly to the field of numerical analysis and computational modeling. His software tools have advanced parallel time integration and multigrid methods, particularly in complex applications such as incompressible non-linear elasticity. Throughout his career, he has published extensively in high-impact journals, addressing topics like optimization-based algebraic multigrid coarsening and advanced numerical techniques for fluid dynamics and structural analysis. A dedicated educator, MacLachlan has taught numerous courses in mathematics, particularly focusing on numerical methods and differential equations, influencing a generation of students in the field of applied mathematics.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2014-07-01 — Present

Memorial University of Newfoundland • St. John's, NL

Scott MacLachlan works in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, specializing in the development of numerical methods for applied mathematics.

Instructor

2008-01-01 — 2014-06-30

Tufts University • Medford, MA, USA

Taught various undergraduate and graduate courses in applied mathematics and numerical methods.

Requirements for Memorial University of Newfoundland

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.75
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
GMAT
Total Score
Required:550
Overall
Required:550
GRE General
Verbal
Required:151
Quantitative
Required:151
Overall
Required:151
Prerequisites
Four-year bachelor's degree Minimum two years of relevant full-time work experience
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two letters of reference
  • CV/Resume
  • GMAT or GRE score
  • Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Business Administration (MBA program)