News & Events
Department Events

Events

  • Dec
    3

    Appl Math: Evelyn Tang on "Robust Dynamics and Function in Stochastic Topological Systems"

    McCormick-Engineering Sciences and Applied Mathematics (ESAM)

    11:15 AM M416, Technological Institute

    EVENT DETAILS

    Title: Robust Dynamics and Function in Stochastic Topological Systems

    Speaker: Evelyn Tang, Rice University

    Abstract: Living systems exhibit various robust dynamics during system regulation,
    growth, and motility. However, how robustness emerges from stochastic
    components remains unclear. Towards understanding this, I develop
    topological theories that support robust edge currents and localization,
    effectively reducing the system function to a lower-dimensional subspace. I
    will introduce stochastic networks in molecular reaction space that model
    long and stable time scales, such as the circadian rhythm. More generally, we
    prove that unlike their quantum counterparts, stochastic topological systems
    require non-Hermiticity for edge states and strong localization. I will close by
    discussing experimental platforms for the detection and use of edge currents
    for self-assembly and replication in living systems.

    Zoom: https://northwestern.zoom.us/j/92419233651

    -----

    To subscribe to the Applied Mathematics Colloquia List send a message to LISTSERV@LISTSERV.IT.NORTHWESTERN.EDU with the command:

    add esam-seminar Youremail Firstname Lastname

    more

    TIME Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

    LOCATION M416, Technological Institute    map it

    ADD TO CALENDAR

    CONTACT Ted Shaeffer    ted.shaeffer@northwestern.edu EMAIL

    CALENDAR McCormick-Engineering Sciences and Applied Mathematics (ESAM)

  • Sep
    8

    Welcome & Breakfast for New McCormick PhD Students

    McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science

    9:00 AM LR2 & Tech East Plaza, Technological Institute

    EVENT DETAILS

    TIME Monday, September 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

    LOCATION LR2 & Tech East Plaza, Technological Institute    map it

    ADD TO CALENDAR

    CONTACT Andi Joppie    andi.joppie@northwestern.edu EMAIL

    CALENDAR McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science

  • Sep
    12

    New Undergraduate Fall 2025 Registration

    University Academic Calendar

    All Day

    EVENT DETAILS

    TIME Friday, September 12, 2025

    ADD TO CALENDAR

    CONTACT Office of the Registrar    nu-registrar@northwestern.edu EMAIL

    CALENDAR University Academic Calendar

  • Sep
    15

    Welcome & Luncheon for New Full-time Graduate Students

    McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science

    11:00 AM Ryan Auditorium & Tech East Plaza, Technological Institute

    EVENT DETAILS

    TIME Monday, September 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

    LOCATION Ryan Auditorium & Tech East Plaza, Technological Institute    map it

    ADD TO CALENDAR

    CONTACT Andi Joppie    andi.joppie@northwestern.edu EMAIL

    CALENDAR McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science

  • Sep
    16

    Fall Classes Begin. Change of Registration (Drop/Add) Late registration for returning students begins

    University Academic Calendar

    All Day

    EVENT DETAILS

    TIME Tuesday, September 16, 2025

    ADD TO CALENDAR

    CONTACT Office of the Registrar    nu-registrar@northwestern.edu EMAIL

    CALENDAR University Academic Calendar