On the morning of May 9, the School of Mathematics and Statistics hosted Prof. Maurizio Grasselli from Politecnico di Milano for an academic talk titled “The Nonlocal Cahn-Hilliard Equation: Recent Advances and Applications.” Invited by Prof. Zu Gao, the event attracted faculty and graduate students specializing in partial differential equations and applied mathematics.
Prof. Grasselli introduced the nonlocal Cahn-Hilliard equation, emphasizing its role in phase-field theory and applications in materials science. He presented recent collaborative breakthroughs, including analyses of solution behavior, theoretical extensions addressing singularity challenges, and interdisciplinary applications in biology and industry.

A lively Q&A session followed. Prof. Grasselli highlighted the importance of international collaboration and encouraged innovative research bridging mathematics and applied sciences.
(Text:Gao Qi Photo:Gao Zu Translator: Gao Qi Review: Zeng Xiaoyu)