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The Doctor is in!
Posted by Paul Macklin
15 May 2007 at 6:50 PM PDT (UTC +?)
I'm happy to announce that I passed my Ph.D. dissertation defense, and I hope to have my dissertation fully revised within a week or two. The defense was an interesting process with a lot of great (and difficult) questions, but on the whole, it went well, and I'm glad to be done with it.
Photo credit: Angela Macklin
I was really excited to see that many of my great friends were there to support me through the defense. I'm grateful to have so many good friendships here at UCI, and I think it also speaks to what a great community we've built here in the graduate program. Thanks to all who attended! Also, great thanks to Donna McConnell and the department staff who organized a delicious lunch and reception!
I'd like to also thank my committee for agreeing to take time out of their busy schedules to hold the defense today. In particular, I'd like to thank John Lowengrub for being such a great advisor and trusted friend over the past several years. Needless to day, I wouldn't even be here if it weren't for his dedication as an advisor.
I'm grateful for the emotional support I've received from my family and in-laws over the past few years. It has meant so much to me to always receive such encouragement through this long, difficult path.
Last but first, I'd like to thank my wife, Angela, for being so incredibly supportive over the years. She's heard so much about tumor growth, cancer, level set methods, and modeling over the past few years that she really deserves a Ph.D., too. :-) I'm grateful to have such a patient and supportive wife!
Photo credit: Baochi Nguyen
So, in summary, woohoo! And thanks to all the support I've received from friends and family over the past few years! -- Dr. Macklin (I just couldn't resist!)
