Celebrating 60 Years of Excellence: Honoring Yang Kuang’s Contributions to Mathematical Biology (Part 1)

Organizers:

Tin Phan (Los Alamos National Laboratory), Yun Kang (Arizona State University); Tracy Stepien (University of Florida)

Description:

This session is organized to honor Professor Yang Kuang for his pioneering contributions to mathematical biology, his spirit of collaboration, and his dedication to mentoring 28 PhD students, as well as numerous postdoctoral, master's, and undergraduate researchers. Invited speakers will present cutting-edge research inspired by Dr. Kuang’s foundational work, spanning ecological stoichiometry, delay and partial differential equations, and data-driven modeling in biology. Together, we highlight Dr. Kuang’s achievements and the profound influence his work has on guiding the next generation of researchers in mathematical biology.

Diversity Statement:

This minisymposium is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that welcomes individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and career stages. We believe that diverse perspectives drive scientific progress. Accordingly, we have selected speakers from Professor Yang Kuang’s network who represent a range of experiences and career levels. Through this commitment, we celebrate Dr. Kuang’s collaborative spirit and his dedication to mentoring and empowering students and colleagues.