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Dr. Abdollah Daraiis an expertin applied mathematics, mathematical modeling, and fractal geometry, seamlessly integrating research, teaching, and mentorship. His work extends beyond the classroom, as hesecuresgrants for STEM education and showcaseshis fractal art in exhibitions.
Experience
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Mathematics, University of Manitoba, Canada Master of Science in Pure Mathematics, University of Manitoba, Canada Master of Arts in Philosophy, University of Manitoba, Canada Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with honors, University College London, London, U.K. Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Academic specialization in the applications of Higher Special Functions to Multiparameter Eigen Value problems with an emphasis on Chaotic Dynamics and Fractal Geometry.
Courses Taught
Advanced Calculus I and II Differential Equations and Differential Equations with Linear Algebra Calculus I, II, and III with associated labs Mathematical Modeling Linear Algebra Precalculus with Trigonometry I and II Intermediate Algebra
Expertise
Research Focus / Works in Progress
Study and development of mathematical models using differential equations and population growth and environment/climate change models, in conjunction with the application and integration of computer algebra systems (Mathematica, WolframAlpha, and MATLAB). This work has also involved undergraduate research projects.
Other research activities include the creation of fractal art through experimental coding. Some sample works can be viewed at http://abdi-darai.pixels.com.
Leadership
Verizon Innovative Learning Minority Males (VILMM), senior instructor at UDC. This project introduced cutting edge technologies (3-D printing, augmented andvirtual reality) to approximately 100 selected Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virgina public middle school students in order to analyz, and tackle global Sustainable Development Goals. (2016-19)
U.S. Department of Education. (2011). STEM pathways from the Community College of UDC to the main campus.
University of the District of Columbia, Office of Sponsored Programs. (2010). Supporting urban learners in the mathematics classroom with integrated web-based video.
National Science Foundation. (1991). Introduction of computer algebra systems in the instruction of college calculus courses.
Recognitions
Teaching Excellence Award, College of Arts and Sciences, UDC, 2023. Faculty Mentor Award, UDC STEM Center for Research and Development, 12th Annual Undergraduate Research Day, 2019.
Invited Participations
University of the Disctrict of Columbia. (2014). Chaotic attractors: Fractal art of Abdi Darai.Gallery 42, Washington, D.C.
