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John Chu Honored at Columbia
May 22, 2006
John Chu, who was a pioneer in MHD large scale computation for fusion
equilibrium and stability,was recognized with an honorary Doctor of Science
degree at Columbia University at the 2006 Commencement. John retired
in 2005 from the faculty and is now emeritus professor. The citation for
his honorary degree is shown below:
"You are one of the great pioneers of computational mathematics
and a visionary leader for applied mathematics within Columbia
University. Your work in fluid dynamics, magnetohydrodynamics,
and shock waves is internationally recognized. You have also
been the spiritual force driving the growth of applied
mathematics at Columbia University and a beloved and founding
leader of the Department of Applied Physics and Applied
Mathematics. Your warm and engaging personality has inspired
your colleagues to interdisciplinary, departmental harmony,
and devotion to the University. By way of personal example in
both teaching and service, you have been a pivotal resource to
hundreds of undergraduate and graduate students. In recognition
of your untiring leadership and remarkable vision in helping to
secure the lasting success of applied mathematics within the Fu
Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, Columbia
University presents you with the degree of Doctor of Science,
honoris causa."
John can be contacted via Jerry Navratil (navratil@columbia.edu).