Jon William Van Laarhoven

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jvanlaar@math.uiowa.edu

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Jon William Van Laarhoven
Department of Mathematics
15 MLH
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA 52242-1419
USA

Office Phone: 335-0654

My field is computational geometry, and my current research is algorithms for computing minimal Steiner trees. Right now I am investigating geometric tools that can reduce the size of the (exponential) search space, and once these tools have been developed I aim to apply them to Smith's "sprouting" algorithm. I also have a few promising ideas for heuristics.

In addition to computational geometry, I am interested in optimization, mesh and mesh-free finite element methods, and continuous mathematical models.

In my spare time I enjoy making electronic music, Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, submission grappling, medieval history, and conversing over a cup of coffee.

A link to the University of Iowa Brazilian Jiu-jitsu club
Jon William Van Laarhoven (jvanlaar@math.uiowa.edu)

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