Chris Wells
(The mathematician formerly known as Chris Cox)
I'm currently a postdoc working with the discrete math group at Auburn University. I completed my PhD in Algorithms, Combinatorics and Optimization at Carnegie Mellon University under the guidance of Boris Bukh. My research focuses on the interplay between algebraic, geometric and probabilistic tools in extremal combinatorics, but I find all parts of mathematics interesting and beautiful. To anyone confused about what I do, I recommend watching this video.
Mathematicaster (n): A minor or incompetent mathematician.
Education
PhD in Algorithms, Combinatorics and Optimization
- 2020
- Carnegie Mellon University
- Major Professor: Boris Bukh
MS in Mathematics
- 2015
- Iowa State University
- Major Professor: Derrick Stolee
BS in Mathematics
- 2014
- Iowa State University
- Thesis Adviser: Steve Butler
Employment
Postdoctoral Research Associate
- 2023–Present
- Auburn University
RTG Postdoctoral Research Associate
- 2020–2023
- Iowa State University
Teaching Assistant
- 2015–2020
- Carnegie Mellon University
REU Graduate Research Mentor
- 2015
- Iowa State University
Teaching Assistant
- 2014–2015
- Iowa State University
