Department of Mathematics 2014 Ostrom Lecture

2014 Ostrom Lecture
“The Mathematics of Life: Decisions, Decisions”
Wednesday, April 16
7 p.m., Todd 216

Guest Speaker:
Dr. James P. Keener
Distinguished Professor of Mathematics
University of Utah In this talk, I will illustrate the use of mathematical models to examine two fascinating examples: quorum sensing (population measurement) by bacteria and length measurement of flagella by bacteria. In this way, I hope to show how organisms can use the properties of molecular diffusion coupled with appropriate chemical reactions to make decisions that enable them to survive.

This lecture is free and open to the public. All are welcome and a reception follows in Neill 216.

The annual Theodore G. Ostrom brings internationally renowned mathematics scholars to campus each spring. The lecture honors Professor Emeritus Ostrom, who retired from WSU in 1981 after 21 years on the faculty.

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