James Griffin(opens in a new tab) has been a teacher and researcher in mathematics for more than 15 years. Before moving to American University of Sharjah, he worked in the mathematics department at the University of Central Florida. His areas of research are special functions, complex analysis and mathematical physics. In addition to his work as a mathematician, he is currently serving as the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Affairs and Instruction at the American University of Sharjah.