Linear Algebra: Vectors and Linear Equations

Iris Smit serves as a Lecturer in Mathematics at TU Delft, bringing extensive experience in complex dynamics and mathematical education. After completing her studies in Los Angeles, she earned her PhD from the University of Amsterdam with research focusing on complex dynamics. Her academic journey included a postdoctoral position in Trondheim, Norway, before joining TU Delft. As a mathematics lecturer, she specializes in teaching calculus and linear algebra to engineering students across various disciplines. Her expertise extends to the development and programming of formative and summative exercises, enhancing the learning experience for engineering students. She has made significant contributions to mathematics education through her work in creating comprehensive course materials and innovative assessment methods

Marleen Keijzer serves as an Assistant Professor at the Delft Institute of Applied Mathematics, TU Delft, where she combines her passion for teaching with groundbreaking research in medical physics and optimization. Her diverse expertise spans radiative transfer, radiotherapy treatment planning, and multi-criteria optimization. After completing her pioneering PhD research on laser light distribution in human tissues, conducted across prestigious institutions including Harvard Medical School, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and Erasmus Medical Center, she developed significant contributions to Monte Carlo modeling of light transport in tissues

Bart van den Dries serves as a Lecturer in Mathematics at TU Delft's Department of Applied Mathematics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Sciences, where he teaches fundamental mathematics courses across multiple university departments. After gaining initial teaching experience as a student teaching assistant in mathematics and physics, he completed his PhD in Mathematics from Utrecht University before working as a trainer for high school mathematics teachers. His current role involves teaching comprehensive mathematics courses including calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, and complex analysis. His educational impact extends beyond traditional classroom teaching through his involvement in developing the MOOC Pre-University Calculus, which earned the 2016 Open Education Award for Excellence in the 'Open MOOC' category. Through his work in course development and mathematics education, he continues to bridge the gap between high school and university-level mathematics while contributing to online learning initiatives and pre-master mathematics courses at TU Delft.