Dr. Viveka Erlandsson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Viveka Erlandsson is an Associate Professor at the University of Bristol, where she specializes in hyperbolic geometry, low-dimensional topology, and Teichmüller theory. She obtained her BSc and MA from San Francisco State University and completed her PhD at City University of New York. Erlandsson is known for her research in geometric topology and has contributed significantly to the understanding of geodesic currents and counting problems. Her work also intersects with fingerprint dive research topics, revealing unique collaborations in these fields. She has received various accolades, including the LMS Anne Bennett Prize in 2021 and the Whitehead Prize in 2024, highlighting her impactful contributions to mathematics.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, England

Teaching and conducting research in mathematics, focusing on hyperbolic geometry and low dimensional topology.

Awards

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LMS Anne Bennett Prize

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Whitehead Prize

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.