Alyson Fox
About Alyson Fox
Alyson Fox is a Computational Mathematician with expertise in network analysis, numerical analysis, and scientific computing. She has held positions at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, focusing on graph theory, data mining, and lossy compression algorithms.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Alyson Fox has had multiple roles at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). She served as a Graduate Technical Intern in 2015 and 2016, each for three months. Following her internships, she worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher from 2017 to 2018 for one year. Currently, she holds the position of Computational Mathematician, a role she has occupied since 2018. Her work at LLNL involves scientific computing, network analysis, and numerical analysis.
Education and Expertise
Alyson Fox holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Mathematics from Loyola University Maryland, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She furthered her education at the University of Colorado Boulder, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Applied Mathematics from 2012 to 2017. Her expertise includes network analysis, numerical analysis, lossy compression algorithms, and collaborative autonomy.
Background
Alyson Fox began her academic journey at Loyola University Maryland, where she completed her undergraduate studies. She then pursued graduate studies at the University of Colorado Boulder, culminating in a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics. Throughout her academic career, she engaged in various internships, including positions at Lockheed Martin and multiple internships at LLNL, which laid the foundation for her research and professional focus.
Current Role at Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics
Since 2020, Alyson Fox has been working as a SIAM Science Policy Fellow at the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM). In this role, she engages with scientific policy and contributes to the intersection of mathematics and its applications in various fields. Her work at SIAM complements her research interests and enhances her involvement in the mathematical community.
Research Interests
Alyson Fox's research interests include graph theory and data mining. She focuses on applying mathematical principles to solve complex problems in scientific computing. Her work in lossy compression algorithms and collaborative autonomy reflects her commitment to advancing the field of applied mathematics and its practical applications.