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Computational Engineering Science (CSE), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Design Optimisation

PGR-RA-114

Expertise of research area
biological and cardiovascular flow; computational engineering science; design optimisation; energy; fluid dynamics; heat transfer; industrial flow; metallurgy; Multiphase Flow; water engineering


<h2 class="heading hide-accessible">Summary</h2>

Our research is focused on multidisciplinary-enabled computational engineering focusing on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and optimisation to develop strategies for fluid systems optimisation.

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<p>We conduct multidisciplinary research in computational engineering-enabled design optimisation&nbsp;that makes academic advances. We are widely recognised for our high-quality research which has benefits to the society and the environment beyond academia. Our research is being applied to&nbsp;a range of practical problems which reflect the strategy of tackling global challenges, such as:</p> <ul> <li>Energy</li> <li>Water</li> <li>Global Health</li> </ul> <p>Institutes and centres:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering-research-thermofluids/doc/institute-thermofluids">Institute of Thermofluids</a></li> <li><a href="https://fluid-dynamics.leeds.ac.uk/">EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Fluid Dynamics</a></li> <li><a href="https://fluids.leeds.ac.uk/">Leeds Institute for Fluid Dynamics</a></li> </ul> <p>We have opportunities for postgraduate researchers&nbsp;to undertake cutting-edge, multidisciplinary research.</p> <h3>Useful links and further reading:</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering-research-degrees">Research degrees within the School of Mechanical Engineering</a></li> <li><a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering-research-innovation">School of Mechanical Engineering, Research and Innovation</a></li> </ul> <h3>Leeds Doctoral College</h3> <p>Our <a href="https://www.leeds.ac.uk/research-leeds-doctoral-college">Doctoral College</a> supports you throughout your postgraduate research journey. It brings together all the support services and opportunities to enhance your research, your development, and your overall experience.</p>

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<p>Formal applications for research degree study should be made online through the <a href="https://www.leeds.ac.uk/research-applying/doc/applying-research-degrees">University&#39;s website</a>.</p>

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<p>For queries relating to your research proposal or subject area, please contact&nbsp;<a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering/staff/808/dr-zinedine-khatir">Dr Zinedine Khatir</a>.</p> <p>For general enquiries and details regarding the application process, please contact the Graduate School Office:</p> <p>e:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:phd@engineering.leeds.ac.uk">phd@engineering.leeds.ac.uk</a>, t: +44 (0)113 34 35057</p>


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