From the Dean

This month the Centennial celebration for the College of Science kicks into high gear.  During this 100th birthday year, we will be paying tribute to our history of Purdue scientists who have inspired generations of learners, pioneered new discoveries, and benefited mankind. Founded in 1907 as the School of Science, under inaugural Dean Stanley Coulter, the departments at that time also included English, Education, Economics, and Modern Languages. Although these other departments moved into separate academic schools in 1962, this historic partnership of liberal arts with science might be considered as a forerunner to what we now call a multidisciplinary approach to education.  

 

To help you participate and keep up to date with the celebrations, we have launched a Science Centennial web site. It will be continuously updated with information about upcoming events and activities. Please visit the site to share your memories about the college—and to learn things about the college you never knew before.

 

The Centennial celebration kicks off on October 28 with the Elliott Hall appearance of the two stars of MythBusters. These guys are TV icons who appeal to all ages, and we anticipate a full house. So get your tickets early; they’re on sale now. Proceeds will help establish new scholarships in science to provide needy students with opportunities for a Purdue education.  

 

During the academic year, the college and its departments will host a variety of engaging talks by acclaimed scientists, representing the seven departments of the college. Science students will be commemorating our history via a time capsule of Purdue memorabilia.

 

The grand finale of the Centennial celebrations will be the March 29 Elliott Hall presentation by legendary primatologist Jane Goodall.  More information about Jane and her inspiring passion for wildlife preservation and the environment can be found on the Centennial web site.

 

This month is groundbreaking in more ways than one. On Thursday and Friday, we celebrate the groundbreaking accomplishments of  a new class of outstanding alumni in Physics, Biological Sciences, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Earth & Atmospheric Sciences. President’s Council members can attend this week’s Back to Class presentations, which include glimpses into some of the groundbreaking research going on at Purdue. 

History for the next 100 years will be starting on October 19 when ground is broken for the Wayne and Mary Hockmeyer Hall of Structural Biology. Thanks to the Hockmeyers’ vision and generosity, Purdue’s world renowned structural biology group will be housed in state-of-the-art facilities in Discovery Park.

 

As we prepare for our next 100 years of science at Purdue, please join with me throughout this academic year to celebrate the many wonderful accomplishments of our first 100. What better preparation as we prepare for liftoff to our next centennial.

 

Sincerely,

Jeff Vitter

 

 

SPOTLIGHT ON NEW FACULTY

Jose Figueroa-Lopez

Jose Figueroa-Lopez joined the statistics department as an assistant professor. His primary research interests are quantitative and statistical methods for stochastic models and their application to mathematical finance, including nonparametric estimation, price modeling, stochastic control, portfolio optimization, valuation and hedging of contingent claims, and numerical methods; emphasis on continuous-time incomplete models such as (time-changed) exponential; and Levy processes, jump-diffusion models, and stochastic volatility models. His secondary research interests include limit theorems, construction, simulation, and estimation of stochastic processes; information and coding theory; and concentration inequalities. Visit homepage.

Chen Yang

The Department of Chemistry welcomed Chen Yang as an assistant professor of physical chemistry. Her current research areas include controlled synthesis of nanowires and nanowire heterostructures; design and demonstration of novel device concepts for nanoelectronics and nanophotonics; and hierarchical organization of the nanoscale building blocks into integrated systems in two or three dimensions, using chemical or biological interactions. Visit homepage.

 

 SCIENCE PEOPLE

Melvin Leok receives New Talent Prize at SciCADE 2007

Melvin Leok, assistant professor of mathematics, received the New Talent Prize at SciCADE 2007 for his work on “Lie group variational integrations and their applications to optimal control.” This prize is awarded in recognition of the best paper submitted in scientific computing and numerical differential equations by a candidate under the age of 35 and within four years of receiving his/her PhD. The prize includes an invitation to present a plenary talk at the conference. SciCADE is a biennial event on scientific computing involving the numerical solution of differential equations.

Computer Science recognizes its 2007 Outstanding Alumni

Three alumni were honored by the Department of Computer Science for their exceptional professional achievements and their success in advancing world technology with the application of computer science.

Eric Meyer (BS ’87) is chairman and COO of BeJane, Inc., the first online community and multimedia provider servicing the $50 billion women's home improvement and "do-it-yourself" marketplace. In addition, Meyer was the founding member and served as chief information officer at NetFlix for the first four years of the company's growth. Meyer also holds a masters of computer science from Brown University.

Nok Viravan (PhD ’94) serves the international community as president of the International Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW), while at the same time holding a senior leadership position in the United Overseas Bank of Thailand as vice-president, e-business.

Anne Schowe (BS ’72) built a wide-ranging career in the computer industry culminating with her position as vice-president for major account quality at Sun Microsystems. Schowe serves on the Advisory Board of the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, the Science Women of Purdue Steering Committee. Anne and her husband Tom serve on the Purdue Parent’s Campaign Committee. Schowe was awarded an MS in computer science from Northwestern University in 1974 and an MBA from the College of St. Thomas in 1979. 

Statistics honors three outstanding alumni

Three individuals received the recognition of Outstanding Alumni 2007 from the Department of Statistics for their contributions and leadership within their profession.

John J. Deely (MS ’58, PhD ’65) is professor emeritus, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Canterbury, and continuing lecturer in the Department of Statistics at Purdue. Deely served as chair of statistics at the University of Canterbury for 28 years. Deely is a Bayesian specialist as well as an expert in statistics education. Deely was named Fellow of the American Statistical Association in 2007.

Mrudulla Gnanadesikan (PhD ’66) is professor emeritus at Fairleigh Dickinson University. She was the founding chair of the Department of Computer and Decision Systems which is now the Department of Information Systems and Decision Sciences. In addition to her academic experience, Gnanadesikan has consulting experience with Bell Telephone Laboratories and AT&T.

Domenic Reda (MS ’76) is the director of the Hines Cooperative Studies Program Coordinating Center, Department of Veterans Affairs. The VA Cooperative Studies Program supports the development and evaluation of proposed studies and provides the funding, central administration, data processing and statistical analysis for ongoing studies. He also earned a PhD in biostatistics from the University of Illinois in 2001.

Suresh Jagannathan named University Faculty Scholar

Suresh Jagannathan, professor of computer science, was appointed a College of Science Faculty Scholar. The University Faculty Scholars program recognizes outstanding faculty colleagues who are on an accelerated path for academic distinction. This prestigious university recognition goes only to a select number of faculty in the College of Science. Jagannathan is a highly recognized leader in the area of programming languages and distributed systems. His research focuses on problems critical to the future of scalable and robust software systems. He has generated research results that have fundamentally shaped the design construction of software systems in widespread use today.

Alumnus Gary McDonald receives ASA Founders Award

Congratulations to Gary McDonald, Purdue statistics alumnus (MS ‘66, PhD ‘69), on receiving the American Statistical Association's (ASA) 2007 Founders Award. This award is the highest level given by the ASA, the nation's preeminent professional statistical society. McDonald, General Motors (retired) and Oakland University, received the award for distinguished leadership in industry and education; for research in regression, reliability, and safety; for dedicated service in ASA chapters, sections, and board of directors; and for exceptional impact in work with sister professional organizations, especially his work as board of directors chair of MathCounts, a national math enrichment, coaching, and competition program that promotes middle school mathematics achievement in every U.S. state and territory.

Alumni and friends gather at Joint Statistical Meetings

The Department of Statistics hosted an alumni reception at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah this summer during the 2007 Joint Statistical Meetings. Approximately 40 alumni and friends attended the reception. George McCabe, associate dean for academic affairs, and Mary Ellen Bock, Department of Statistics head, gave the alumni group updates on the activities, programs, and people within the college. The department looks forward to gathering again at the 2008 Joint Statistical Meetings in Denver, Colorado.

Journal of Science Teacher Education names Purdue faculty co-editors  

Lynn Bryan and John Staver, professors in education with joint appointments in physics and chemistry, respectively, have been named co-editors of the Journal of Science Teacher Education. They are members of the highly recognized Science Education Program at Purdue which offers K-12 teachers, curriculum specialists, higher education faculty, informal education specialists, scientists, and other educational professional opportunities to investigate contemporary issues related to science learning, teaching, assessing, and curriculum. Other Science Education Program faculty will be serving as associate editors: George Bodner, Brenda Capobianco, David Eichinger, Jerry Krockover, Anita Roychoudhury, and Dan Shepardson.

Eric Riggs assumes national leadership roles in geoscience education

Eric Riggs was named president of the National Association of Geoscience Teachers for the 2007-2008 term. The NAGT is an international organization of nearly 2,000 geoscience teachers and geoscience education researchers with members in all 50 states and overseas, and publishes the Journal of Geoscience Education. Riggs is the co-director of Purdue’s Center for Research and Engagement in Science and Mathematics Education (CRESME), associate professor in the departments of earth and atmospheric sciences and curriculum & instruction, and director of the Indigenous Earth Sciences Project. Riggs was also recently selected as a guest co-editor for a special edition of the Journal of Geoscience Education titled “Broadening Participation in the Earth Sciences.” The special edition contains 21 articles (including two co-authored by Riggs) dealing with current research and programs on expanding diversity in the earth and space sciences.

Biological Sciences students named as Miller Scholars

The Department of Biological Sciences selected juniors Kelly Moore and Katelyn Nelligan as the 2007–2008 Dr. Eric Dwayne Miller Scholars. They will receive $2,000 from the renewable merit-based scholarship fund. Moore is a general biology major with a minor in chemistry. Nelligan is interested in neurobiology and physiology and plans to attend medical school.

Matt Huber participates in national radio show

Matt Huber, assistant professor of earth and atmospheric sciences, spoke about tropical cyclones on Earth and Sky Radio Series in September. Huber explained how, over the last 20 years, warmer temperatures have been associated with more tropical cyclone activity on timescales of more than a couple of years. Huber said that tropical cyclones would become, on average, more intense, more frequent, or that they would last longer. The Earth and Sky independent network has more than 1,600 radio outlets that reach around the world.

 

SCIENCE NEWS

Purdue Science Centennial: 100 years of imagination and innovation

This month, the College of Science will celebrate its achievements and milestones since its founding in 1907. The Centennial celebrations will kickoff on October 28 with the appearance of television's co-hosts of MythBusters (see below). On March 29 the college hosts acclaimed primatologist Jane Goodall for the Centennial's grand finale. Alumni can test their knowledge of the history of the college on a trivia page, discover things they never knew before on the "100 for 100" page, and share their memories on the Science Centennial web site.

Discovery Channel’s MythBusters to kickoff Science Centennial

As part of the yearlong Centennial anniversary celebration of the College of Science, co-hosts of the Discovery Channel’s popular television show, MythBusters, will present at 1:00 p.m. on October 28 in Purdue University’s Elliott Hall of Music. The event will feature Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman. The cost is $10 for students and $18 for non-students. Tickets can be purchased through the university box office by calling 765-494-3933 or 800-914-SHOW. Proceeds will benefit the Science Centennial Scholarship Fund. For specific information regarding this upcoming event, please visit the MythBuster’s event web page. Full story.

Share the knowledge!

We want to hear from you. The College of Science celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. What amazing things have come out of the College of Science at Purdue? What is your favorite memory of your time at Purdue? What do you know that we don't? We're especially interested in memories from the distant past. Please e-mail us with your remembrances and suggestions.

Purdue’s Climate Change Research Center part of National Conversation on Climate Action

Kevin Gurney will present to the Indianapolis GreenPrint Commission in Indianapolis at the Indianapolis Zoo Education Center on October 4. Gurney, associate director of the Purdue Climate Change Research Center, will assist the City of Indianapolis in clarifying the science associated with global warming and offer up potential solutions as to how the city can advance its efforts for climate change. Indianapolis is being featured by the National Conversation on Climate Action event being held simultaneously on October 4 in 60 communities across the country. Gurney will present that day from 5:00-5:30. A public forum about solutions to local climate action and an informal reception for continued discussion and networking will follow. The commission is a group tasked by the mayor of Indianapolis to create a community action plan for making Indianapolis a more sustainable city that contributes to climate protection and promotes energy efficiency and conservation.

Purdue researchers develop laser cancer tracking

Purdue’s Cancer Center, Department of Chemistry, and Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering collaborated with experts from the Mayo Clinic to develop a new cancer detection that would eliminate the need for drawing blood. The process involves shining a laser on surface veins such as those on the wrist and inside the cheek. By doing so, researchers are able to reveal and count circulating tumor cells. This method is less invasive than current practices and is able to examine a much larger volume of blood than can be drawn from a patient. The research was also featured in the Chicago Tribune, Science, Science Daily, Fox News Network, Inside Indiana Business, Medical News Today, WRTV-6, and WXIN-TV59. Full story.

Donors give $1.5 million to Purdue Cancer Center in honor of son

Former Indiana Senator V. Richard “Dick” Miller and his wife Jane K. Miller provided a $1.5 millon gift to the Purdue Cancer Center to honor their late son Robert “Robbie” Wallace Miller, who succumbed to a rare form of cancer when he was 11 years old. The gift will establish the new Robert Wallace Miller Director Chair for the Purdue Cancer Center. Miller earned his bachelor’s degree in science from Purdue in 1963 and is a former member of the Purdue Cancer Center’s Director’s Advisory Board. Full story.

Seminar series to feature careers in science and engineering

Purdue libraries launched a new seminar series this fall that features careers in science and engineering. In conjunction with its new seminar series to broaden students’ knowledge of career opportunities in science and engineering, Purdue libraries will present “Preparing for a Future in Space” on October 5 at 11:00 a.m. in Potter Room 118 A-B. The presentation will be given by Pamela McVeigh (MS ’95, Ph.D. ’99). McVeigh works for International Space Station Structural Integrity, a division of The Boeing Company. McVeigh will discuss the International Space Station, the challenges of an on-orbit assembly, an aerospace (structural) engineer’s typical project assignments, and the future outlook for the space program.

GEM scholar program promotes Native Americans pursuing graduate geoscience degrees

Through the GEMscholars program Native American undergraduate students in geosciences, environmental science, and meteorology (GEM), conduct research that addresses environmental issues in their home community and introduces them to exciting career possibilities in the geosciences. GEMscholars gain valuable experience as they develop a unique research project under the guidance of mentors from Purdue University, Bemidji State University, and Red Lake Nation College. The culmination of the program’s projects for this year is the GEMscholars Symposium to be held in October. The symposium provides the undergraduate students an opportunity to present their exciting research findings.

Scientists learn structure of enzyme in unusual virus

Biologists at Purdue have determined the three-dimensional structure of an unusual viral enzyme that is required in the assembly of new viruses. Learning the fundamental mechanisms for how the enzyme glycosyltransferase works may later enable scientists to develop drugs that inhibit certain viral infections. The findings are detailed in a research paper appearing in this month’s issue of the journal Structure. Full story.

Popular Science magazine visits campus, showcases high-tech dorm room

Popular Science magazine visited Purdue last month with the latest in electronics and a high-tech dorm room. The Discovery Learning Center hosted the visit with a goal of getting more students interested in science by showing the applications that can enhance the college experience. The magazine’s stop at Purdue was one of 10 visits it was making to campuses around the nation. Full story.

NSF awards $18.25 million nanoscience grant to NCN

Purdue’s Network for Computational Nanotechnology received an $18.25 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support the U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative with expanded capabilities and services for computer simulations. The funding will help Purdue’s network expand into new areas such as nanofluidics, nanomedicine, nanophotonics, and applications of nanoscience to the environment, energy, the life sciences, and homeland security. The project was a team effort involving more than nine different Purdue departments and programs, including the College of Science. Full story.

Science Bound takes another leap forward

Purdue welcomed its first class of 27 Science Bound students with full full-tuition scholarships at a reception in Indianapolis last month. Approximately 500 students, parents, mentors, and corporate sponsors were in attendance at the event, including the class of Purdue hopefuls. Science Bound is a partnership among Purdue, the Indianapolis Public Schools (ISP), and the Indiana business community. It provides eligible IPS students an opportunity to earn a four-year tuition scholarship to Purdue to study a science-related career. The program has been so successful that its leaders expect that next year’s class could be double that of this year’s. Full story.

Purdue hosts High Tech Job Fair for Indiana companies

This year’s High Tech Job Fair will take place on October 31 for Indiana companies. The fair, co-sponsored by the College of Science, reaches more than 700 students in agriculture, engineering, management, science, and technology. At the fair, students can meet with company representatives, distribute resumes, and even arrange a job interview. Approximately 120 Indiana companies are expected attend. More information on the job fair.

 

PURDUE NEWS

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Astronauts, NASA exhibit at Purdue for Homecoming, dedication of Neil Armstrong Hall

Drew, Brittany Brees give Purdue $2 million for Student-Athlete Academic Center

Parking spaces outnumber drivers 3-to-1, drive pollution and warming

New CPR promises better results by compressing abdomen, not chest

Purdue Agriculture alum new acting head of USDA

E-mail bests text messaging; verdict pending on dependability

Lunar sample to land on Purdue campus

Purdue takes another step in using biofuel at power plant

SCIENCE EVENTS AND CALENDAR

Oct. 3, 3:30–5:00 p.m.: Academic Leadership Forum, Purdue Memorial Union, East and West Faculty Lounges. President France Córdova is the guest speaker.

Oct. 4, 4:00–6:30 p.m.: National Conversation on Climate Action, Indianapolis Zoo Education Center, hosted by the Indianapolis GreenPrint Commission. A general meeting of the commission will be held from 4:00 to 5:00.  Dr. Kevin Gurney, associate director of the Purdue Climate Change Research Center, will present on the science behind climate change from 5:00 to 5:30.  A public forum about solutions to local climate action and an informal reception for continued discussion and networking will follow.

Oct. 5, 9:00 a.m.: Outstanding Alumni Brunch. The event honors outstanding alumni selected by the departments of Physics, Biological Sciences, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, and celebrates the accomplishments of the over 33 named and distinguished professors in the College of Science. Contact John Fisher, director of alumni relations and special events, for more information at jrfisher@purdue.edu, 765-494-0586.

Oct. 5, 3:30–5:00 p.m.: Dr. Mario Paniccia, Silicon Photonics: Opportunity Challenges and Recent Results, LWSN 1142.  Dr. Paniccia is an Intel Fellow and also is a 2007 Department of Physics Outstanding Alumni Award Recipient.

Oct. 5–6: President's Council Weekend. This annual event welcomes President's Council members back to campus for a host of activities and events, including the ever-popular "Back to Class" sessions. Topping off the "Back to Class" sessions on October 5 is the annual appreciation dinner to honor and thank the members of the President's Council for their generosity and support throughout the year. Check online for more details about the all of the activities planned for this fun-filled weekend.

Oct. 6, 8:00 p.m.: Football, Purdue vs. Ohio State. President’s Council Brunch/Tailgate Guests: Outstanding Alumni.

Oct. 8–9, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.: Company Fundraising Boot Camp, “Real World Advice for Starting a Company,” Burton Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship. President France Córdova kicks off this two-day workshop at Discovery Park that offers tips on how to start a company. Click here for more information.

Oct. 10, 3:30–5:00 p.m.: Alok Chaturvedi, 2007 Outstanding Commercialization Award recipient, lecture and reception, Stewart Center, Room 218. For more information, please contact Julie Gibbs, Office of Engagement, 765-494-0899 or jagibbs@purdue.edu.

Oct. 13, noon: Football, Purdue vs. Michigan at Michigan.

Oct. 15, 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.: INShape Indiana Health Summit: Live Healthy, Work Healthy. The Eva Goble Lecture Series teams up with the INShape Indiana initiative to host this summit that focuses on hot topics in worksite wellness. Click here for more information.

Oct. 19–20: Biological Sciences Alumni Advisory Committee (BSAAC) meeting. For more information, please contact Bente Fein, director of development, Department of Biological Sciences, 765-496-7502 or bfein@purdue.edu.  

Oct. 19: Science Women of Purdue luncheon, home of Anne Schowe. For more information, please contact Barb Clark, director, WISP, at 765-494-1765 or BarbClark@science.purdue.edu.

Oct. 19, 2:30 p.m.: Wayne and Mary Hockmeyer Hall of Structural Biology Building Groundbreaking. The building site is located near the corner of Martin Jischke Drive (formerly Intramural Drive) and Nimitz Drive, next to the Soil Erosion Lab. Click here for a map.

Oct. 20, game time TBA: Football, Purdue vs. Iowa. Hall of Fame Weekend and President’s Council Brunch/Tailgate.

Oct. 22, 4:30 p.m.: Pillai Memorial lecture, MATH 175. Professor Donald B. Rubin, John L. Loeb Professor of Statistics, Department of Statistics, Harvard University. He will present "Principal Stratification for Causal Interference with Extended Partial Compliance." For more information, please click here.

Oct. 25, 6:00 p.m.: George Mitchell, Purdue Memorial Union. Former U.S. senator and Nobel Peace Prize nominee George Mitchell will give the keynote address at Purdue University's Krannert School of Management seventh annual Leadership Speakers Series. Tickets may be reserved online and also are available by contacting Tim Newton, Krannert School director of external relations and communications, at (765) 496-7271 or (800) 893-4108, tnewton@purdue.edu.

Oct. 26, 8:00 a.m.–1:15 p.m.: College of Science Alumni Board meeting, MATH 942. Contact John Fisher, director of alumni relations and special events, for more information at jrfisher@purdue.edu, 765-494-0586.

Oct. 26, 2:00 p.m.: His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama, Elliott Hall of Music. The winner of the 1989 Nobel Peace Prize, the Dalai Lama, will speak. Information about the event is available online or by calling Purdue Convocations at (765) 494-9712 to request a program guide.

Oct. 27, 10:00 a.m.: Neil Armstrong Hall, public building dedication. The building is located at 701 West Stadium Avenue (at the corner of Stadium and Northwestern Avenues.) Click here for more information about Neil Armstrong Hall.

Oct. 27, noon: Football, Purdue vs. Northwestern. Homecoming/Varsity P Club Weekend and President’s Council Brunch/Tailgate. Click here for event information.

Oct. 28, 1:00 p.m.: MythBusters, Elliott Hall of Music. Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman, the hosts of the wildly popular TV show MythBusters on the Discovery Channel, use the basic elements of the scientific method to test the validity of various rumors and urban legends in popular culture. As the official kickoff event for the College of Science Centennial celebration, the MythBusters will appear to answer questions about themselves, and fans will have a chance to ask about their favorite myths as part of the question and answer segment.

Nov. 3, game time TBA: Football, Purdue vs. Penn State at Penn State.

Nov. 7–9: Science Journalism Laureates. The annual program returns for a second year to honor the important role played by science and technology journalists and communicators. There will be a town hall meeting the morning of Nov. 8 and a convocation later that afternoon that will be open to the public. Details online at http://www.sciencejournalismlaureates.net.

Nov. 8, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.: Discovery Lecture Series, Global Business Development in Life Sciences, Ross-Ade Pavilion. BioCrossroads® and the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation team up as part of the Discovery Lecture Series to present “What Skills Do Our Nation’s Next Generation of Entrepreneurial Leaders Need?” Click here for more information.

Nov. 10, game time TBA: Football, Purdue vs. Michigan State.

Nov. 17, game time TBA: Football, Purdue vs. Indiana at Indiana.

Nov. 29: Centennial Distinguished Science Series. The Chemistry Walton Lecture presents Harry Gray, Arnold O. Beckman Professor of Chemistry and founding director of the Beckman Institute. Contact John Fisher, director of alumni relations and special events, for more information at jrfisher@purdue.edu, 765-494-0586.

Dec. 16, 2:30 p.m.: Winter Commencement, Elliott Hall of Music.

Mar. 29, 1:00 p.m.: “An Afternoon with Jane Goodall,” Elliott Hall of Music. The College of Science hosts its Centennial showcase event by welcoming renowned primatologist, Jane Goodall, to speak about threats to chimpanzees, the problems facing our world, and how people can effect change through consumer action, lifestyle change, and activism. Click here for more information.

Apr. 7: Centennial Distinguished Science Series. Mathematics Public Lecture presents Margaret Wright, Chair and Silver Professor of Computer Science, Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University. Wright is a leading researcher in the fields of optimization, linear algebra, and scientific applications. Contact John Fisher, director of alumni relations and special events, for more information at jrfisher@purdue.edu, 765-494-0586.

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