Dr. Tom Bohman

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Biography

Tom Bohman is a Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University. He earned his Ph.D. in Mathematical Sciences from Rutgers University. His research focuses on extremal and probabilistic combinatorics, exploring discrete mathematical problems that are inspired by a diverse range of perspectives across multiple mathematical disciplines. Bohman's research interests include information theory and its strong connections to extremal set theory, as well as statistical physics and theoretical computer science. He is particularly interested in Shannon capacities, odd cycles, guided versions of the standard random graph model, randomized network algorithms, and list-coloring problems in graphs and hypergraph discrepancy.

Research Interests

Extremal Combinatorics Probabilistic Combinatorics Information Theory Statistical Physics Theoretical Computer Science

Experience

Professor

— Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Teaches and conducts research in Mathematical Sciences, focusing on extremal and probabilistic combinatorics.

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.