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Stephen Anco is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Brock University, where he specializes in nonlinear differential equations, symmetry analysis, integrability, and mathematical physics. He holds a PhD and MS from the University of Chicago, as well as a BSc from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). Anco has received the Distinguished Research Award from the Faculty of Mathematics and Science in 2015, recognizing his significant contributions to research in applied mathematics. His research interests include the study of partial differential equations (PDEs), particularly focusing on nonlinear wave equations, soliton equations, and exact solutions through group invariance methods. He also engages in the development of new approaches to symmetry and conservation laws. In recent years, he has pursued various aspects of gauge theories, integrable PDEs, and their geometrical implications, aiming to identify conserved integrals and invariants in fluid flows and magnetohydrodynamics. Anco is recognized widely for his publications in respected journals and has co-authored several books in the field with the notable mathematician George Bluman. His dedication to mentoring graduate students has fostered a vibrant academic community and continues to promote research excellence in applied mathematics.
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