# Hermann Matthies

> German computer science professor

**Wikidata**: [Q30116445](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q30116445)  
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## Summary
Hermann Matthies is a German computer science professor and researcher known for his contributions to computational mechanics and numerical methods. Born in 1951 in Hamburg, Germany, he has held a professorship at TU Braunschweig since 1995 and received the Gay-Lussac-Humboldt-Prize in 2016 for his scientific achievements.

## Biography
- **Born**: 1951, Hamburg, Germany  
- **Nationality**: Germany  
- **Education**:  
  - Doctor of Philosophy, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1978)  
  - Studied at Technische Universität Berlin  
- **Known for**: Contributions to computational mechanics and numerical methods  
- **Employer(s)**: TU Braunschweig (since 1995)  
- **Field(s)**: Computer science, computational mechanics  

## Contributions  
Hermann Matthies has advanced the field of computational mechanics through his research on numerical methods and their applications in engineering and science. He supervised numerous doctoral students, including Christian Heimann, Nicolas R. Gauger, and Thomas-Peter Fries, among others, shaping academic talent in computer science. Matthies received the Gay-Lussac-Humboldt-Prize in 2016, recognizing his international collaboration and scientific impact. His work focuses on developing computational frameworks for solving complex problems in mechanics, contributing to advancements in simulation and modeling technologies.  

## FAQs  
### Q: Where was Hermann Matthies born?  
A: He was born in Hamburg, Germany, in 1951.  

### Q: What is Hermann Matthies’ most notable award?  
A: He received the Gay-Lussac-Humboldt-Prize in 2016.  

### Q: Where has Hermann Matthies taught?  
A: He has been a professor at TU Braunschweig since 1995.  

## Why They Matter  
Hermann Matthies’ research in computational mechanics has improved the accuracy and efficiency of numerical simulations, critical for engineering design and scientific research. His supervision of over 10 doctoral students has influenced the next generation of computer scientists and engineers. The Gay-Lussac-Humboldt-Prize underscores his role in fostering international scientific collaboration, particularly between Germany and France. His work underpins technologies used in aerospace, civil engineering, and materials science, enabling safer and more reliable infrastructure development.  

## Notable For  
- Recipient of the Gay-Lussac-Humboldt-Prize (2016)  
- Professor at TU Braunschweig since 1995  
- Supervised over 10 doctoral students in computer science and computational mechanics  
- Earned a PhD from MIT in 1978 under advisor Gilbert Strang  

## Body  
### Education  
- **PhD**: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1978)  
  - Dissertation advisor: Gilbert Strang  
- **Studies**: Technische Universität Berlin  

### Career  
- **Professor**, TU Braunschweig (1995–present)  
  - Conducts research in computational mechanics and numerical analysis.  
- **Affiliations**: Associated with MIT as an alumnus.  

### Awards and Honors  
- **Gay-Lussac-Humboldt-Prize** (2016)  
  - Awarded for outstanding contributions to scientific cooperation between Germany and France.  

### Academic Contributions  
- **Research Focus**: Numerical methods, computational mechanics, and simulation frameworks.  
- **Doctoral Students**: Supervised students including Christian Heimann, Nicolas R. Gauger, and Thomas-Peter Fries.  
- **Identifiers**: VIAF ID 172145003299361300523, GND ID 1232855324, Mathematics Genealogy Project ID 64003.  

### Professional Identity  
- **Aliases**: Herman G. Matthies, Hermann Georg Matthies  
- **Citizenship**: Germany  
- **Gender**: Male  

### Publications and Impact  
- Matthies’ work is indexed in databases such as DBLP (author ID 65/2151) and Google Scholar (author ID XUwCagIAAAAJ).  
- His research provides foundational tools for solving partial differential equations in engineering applications.

## References

1. Integrated Authority File
2. Mathematics Genealogy Project
3. [Source](https://gradst.unist.hr/Portals/9/docs/novosti/2016/Short_CV_for_Matthies.pdf)
4. [Source](https://www.tu-braunschweig.de/en/wire/institut/mitarbeiter/prof-hermann-g-matthies-phd)
5. [Source](https://www.academie-sciences.fr/fr/Laureats/laureats-2016-du-prix-gay-lussac-humboldt-hermann-matthies-et-albrecht-poglitsch.html)
6. Virtual International Authority File