Dr. Uri Ascher

Professor

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Biography

Uri M. Ascher is currently a professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of British Columbia. His research areas include computational methods for numerical analysis, with a focus on evolutionary differential equations and statistical learning. He has authored several influential books and research papers in these fields, contributing significantly to the area of scientific computing. His notable works include publications on implicit frictional dynamics, elastic material modeling, and advanced numerical techniques for boundary value problems. Ascher has also engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations that enhance the application of computational methods in various scientific and engineering problems. His expertise has earned him recognition as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and as a SIAM Fellow.

Research Interests

Numerical Analysis Computational Methods Evolutionary Differential Equations Statistical Learning

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Leading research in numerical methods and their applications in computational dynamics.

Awards

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Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (FRSC)

2018-01-01
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SIAM Fellow

2010-01-01
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CAIMS Research Prize

2010-01-01

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.