Math-Bio Lab
Welcome to the Buttenschön Lab at the University of Massachusetts Amherst! We use mathematical modeling and computational approaches to understand how cells organize into functional tissues.
Team
Current Members
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Opportunities Available
Undergraduate Researcher
REU, Independent Study, Honors Thesis
Alumni
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Graduate Students
I am actively recruiting PhD students interested in mathematical biology. Strong backgrounds in:
- Applied mathematics (PDEs, dynamical systems)
- Computational methods
- Biological sciences (complementary but not required)
are particularly welcome.
Undergraduate Students
Motivated undergraduates can join through:
- Independent study projects
- Summer REU programs
- Honors thesis research
Postdoctoral Fellows
Please contact me directly to discuss potential funding opportunities.
Resources & Tools
Software Developed
- TDR - Taxis-Diffusion-Reaction solver with non-local support.
- FunPy - (i)PDE toolbox for bifurcation analysis
- AdhesionRandomWalk - Gillespie-SSA framework
Computational Resources
Our lab has access to high-performance computing resources for large-scale simulations.
Lab Environment
We maintain a collaborative environment where ideas are shared openly and everyone is welcome to contribute. Our weekly lab meetings provide a supportive space for:
- Presenting research progress and getting feedback
- Discussing new papers and mathematical techniques
- Troubleshooting challenges together