John Wesley Cain

Dr. John Wesley Cain serves as a Senior Lecturer on Mathematics at Harvard University, where he specializes in the intersection of mathematics with medicine and biology. After earning his PhD from Duke University in 2005, he built his academic career with a decade of experience as a mathematics professor in Virginia before joining Harvard's faculty in 2015. His work exemplifies the growing integration of quantitative methods with biological sciences, contributing to the interdisciplinary bridge between mathematical modeling and life sciences. Through his teaching and research, Dr. Cain helps students develop strong foundations in mathematical concepts while applying these skills to biological and medical problems, reflecting the modern trend toward quantitative approaches in life sciences.