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Thomas Hillen is a Professor in the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences at the University of Alberta. He serves as the PIMS Site Director and is the Academic Director and Research Editor for the Journal of Mathematical Biology. His research primarily focuses on Mathematical Biology, including the analysis of transport equations, advection-diffusion equations, and their application in chemotaxis, optimization of radiation treatment schedules, and modeling cancer cell movement in tissues. He is also involved in research related to the modeling of forest fire spread and the classification of spatial patterns generated by partial differential equations. He has authored several notable publications and has been active in outreach and education efforts, including teaching and mentorship in the field of mathematics and biology.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management