Department of Mathematics

Hello there, I’m Mai, a senior majoring in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science and an international student coming all the way from Damascus, Syria. I’m also a transfer student! I conduct research at the intersection of mathematics and other disciplines, including machine learning, computational fluid dynamics, and this year, neuroscience for my senior thesis.

Besides being a mathophile, I like to crochet, do jigsaw puzzles and go hiking. I’m currently on the SU Executive Board as Head Treasurer, Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in the Computer Science Department, and a Vice President of Brandeis Girls Who Code (GWC) Chapter.

Email me if you have any questions, or concerns. If you saw me on campus, feel free to stop me and ask me questions as well (or maybe just say hi!).

I am a junior double majoring in Applied Mathematics and Economics, with a minor in Philosophy. I have worked as a TA for Microeconomic Theory and Economics of Development, as well as a grader for Math 10a. Currently, I am the TA for Macroeconomic Theory and a research assistant for Professor Jingyi Huang in the Economics Department. My favorite classes in mathematics include Introduction to Proofs, Numerical Methods and Big Data, Optimization, and Probability. Outside of academics, I enjoy baking, cooking, playing sports, listening to music, and traveling. I am really passionate about mathematics and enjoy exploring fascinating topics, both in theory and application. I love helping my peers with math problems and am always open to discussing interesting ideas.