Introduction

Fluid mechanics is the comprehensive study of fluids (liquids and gases) both at rest and in motion.  It is a sub-discipline of fluid dynamics is specifically concerned with the motion of fluids, and the forces that cause that motion.  This can be applied when analysing forces on a moving object, understanding weather patterns, printing and coating, biological flows, geophysical flows, river and flood management, and calculating flow in pipes and channels. 

The University of Bath is unique in having strong research activity in both the pure and applied aspects of fluid mechanics.  However, there is currently only limited interaction and shared knowledge between these groups.  The IMIs fluids research theme therefore creates a conduit which enables and promotes these interactions, locally, nationally and internationally.

Theme aims

This research theme capitalises on previously untapped synergies and opportunities for collaboration between members of the Department of Mathematical Sciences and the IMI, who are working in the field of fluid mechanics, in order to make Bath a leading centre for cross-disciplinary research in fluid mechanics.

Recent news and updates

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Researchers and collaborators

• Ben Ashby
• Tobias Barker
• Alexander Belozerov
• Juan Dávila
• Manuel del Pino
• Alex Doak
• Jonathan Evans
• Abdalaziz Hamdan
• Laura Hattam
• Eric Hester
• Ruilin Hu
• Katie MacKenzie
• Karsten Matthies
• Monica Musso
• Laura  Oporto Lisboa
• Shrish Parmeshwar
• Tristan Pryer
• Matthew Schrecker
• Jey Sivaloganathan
• Phil Trinh
• Jennifer Tweedy
• Miles Wheeler
• Stephen Wilson