About me
From linear equations to elliptic equations, from triangles, rectangles to complex topological entities, a mathematician's road is endless. It never ceases to amaze me how we can effctively make use of applied mathematics and mathematical analysis as a tool to model physical as well as biological problems.
Hello there, I'm Vaibhava Srivastava, a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at University of Massachusetts Amherst. I completed my Ph.D. under the mentorship of Dr. Rana Parshad at Iowa State University, where my dissertation focused on:
Competition ecology, a bird’s eye view - co-occurrence effects, spatial heterogeneity, and habitat fragmentation
I am particularly passionate about utilizing mathematical and statistical tools to enhance our understanding of population dynamics, aiming to support species conservation efforts and improve our understanding of epidemiology. By developing and applying models that capture the complexities of ecological systems and infectious disease dynamics, I aim to identify critical factors influencing population interactions and resource allocation under varying conditions.
I am passionate about making meaningful contributions to biological conservation. We share our ecosystem with other species, and our collective responsibility is to safeguard ecosystems and species under threat. Through my work:
I aim to bridge the gap between theoretical mathematics and the applied biological sciences by developing innovative models that address real-world conservation challenges.
My current research interests include exploring and developing innovative mathematical techniques and models for cancer progression dynamics, with an emphasis on advancing personalized cancer therapies.
Education
• Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D. (Applied Mathematics) (Spring 2021-Summer 2025): Iowa State University, USA.
• Master of Science (Mathematics) (2018-2020): Indian Institute of Technology(IIT), Gandhinagar, India.
• Bachelor of Sciences (Honors) in Mathematics (2014-2017): Acharya Narendra Dev College, University of Delhi, India