Our people: Jorge E. Macías-Díaz
Jorge E. Macías-Díaz is our Associate Professor in Applied Mathematics since autumn 2021. He is in charge of teaching mathematics courses in the School of Digital Technologies and carrying out research in Applied Mathematics. Due to the pandemic, he has not yet arrived in Estonia and carries out the activities online. However, he hopes to be able to move to Estonia shortly and we are happy to learn more about him then.
Jorge E. Macías-Díaz
Associate Professor in Applied Mathematics
What is your background?
I obtained my MS degree in Mathematics from Tulane University in 1998. In 2001, I obtained my PhD degree in Mathematics from the same university under the direction of Prof. László Fuchs. I was awarded a second MS degree in Applied Physics from the Louisiana State University in 2004, and a PhD in Physics from the same university in 2007. My doctoral dissertation was supervised by Prof. Ashok Puri.
In 2017, I took a full-time position in the Department of Mathematics and Physics at the Autonomous University of Aguascalientes. Since 2012, I have been a regular member of the Mexican Academy of Sciences.
What are your responsibilities at the School of Digital Technologies?
I am in charge of teaching mathematics courses in the School of Digital Technologies and carrying out research in Applied Mathematics. This semester, I am also in charge of developing the MS program in Applied Mathematics, and I am devoting time to participate in some interdisciplinary research proposals with various areas at Tallinn University.
Due to the pandemic, I have carried out these activities online so far. However, I hope to be able to move to Estonia in the near future and perform my activities on site.
What goals have you set for yourself in this position?
One of my goals is to develop a prestigious research agenda that gives international recognition to the Department of Mathematics and Didactics of Mathematics at Tallinn University. In that aspect, I expect to collaborate actively with colleagues from the School of Digital Technologies in both the search for external research funding and the development of new mathematical results which can be published in high-impact journals.
As a teacher, I wish to develop my didactics skills and become one of the best instructors for my students. In general, I intend to put my best efforts into helping Tallinn University become one of the best universities in the world.
Additionally, to be a member of the Tallinn University Symphony Orchestra would be a dream come true.
What are your hobbies and interests?
I enjoy practising piano and violin in my free time. I listen to academic music daily and strive to read classical literature, especially during vacations. During the weekends, I spend most of the time in my countryside house, where I enjoy being surrounded by nature, my family and my five pets.
Finally, I am proud to mention that I am an animal rights advocate. I devote part of my time to rescuing animals who have been abused, tortured or neglected and strive to find them a loving home.
