Marcelo Disconzi

Co PI

I am an associate professor of mathematics at Vanderbilt. I work on mathematical general relativity and mathematical fluid dynamics, with emphasis on the intersection of these two subjects, i.e., the mathematics of relativistic fluids. Think of describing the dynamics of a heavy star: it consists of a fluid or plasma with very strong gravity. I strive to establish mathematical results that are of relevance to physics. This is one reason why joining EMIT was so exciting to me. Interaction with (Astro-)physicists is a great way of gaining intuition that can be key to proving theorems. Another reason why I am thrilled to be part of EMIT is the opportunity to work with a diverse student body. When I am not proving theorems, I like to exercise, read, and spend time with my family: my wonderful wife Alex (who is a school administrator, one of the toughest jobs in the world!), our dog Mileva (named after Einstein’s first wife), and our two kitties Ginger and Rakoo (who were strays that showed up at hour house one day and decided to stay).