United Kingdom - Wessex Institute of Technology PhD Position in Modelling of Acoustic Waves and Bubble Dynamics

Wessex Institute of Technology
PhD Research Position
Modelling of Acoustic Waves and Bubble Dynamics

Applications are invited, from suitably qualified applicants, to work in the field of Modelling of Acoustic Waves and Bubble Dynamics. The position is funded by a major new project including 17 participating institutions from the EU, as part of the Nanotechnology call of the FP7 European Commission Programme. The project will start during the summer 2009.

The main objective of the project is up-scaling of a pilot line for the production of medical antibacterial textiles by inserting nanoparticles.

The selected candidate will participate in modeling of wave propagation taking into account interactions between ultrasound waves and bubble clouds. A model including bubble formation and collapse will be developed. The boundary element method (BEM) will be used to model multiple bubble dynamics including chemical reactions and mass transfer across the bubble surface due to non-equilibrium evaporation and condensation at the fluid-gas interface.

The candidate is expected to hold a good first degree in Engineering, Mathematics or Physical Sciences. It would be beneficial if the applicant has experience in numerical modelling of waves or fluid flow. Previous experience in programming is desirable. The successful candidate will be registered for a PhD degree and will have a stipend covering the living expenses and fees. The position is for three years.

Applications including your CV, cover letter and contact details of three referees, should be sent, preferably by Email, to:

Prof. Viktor Popov
Wessex Institute of Technology
Ashurst Lodge
Ashurst
Southampton
SO40 7AA
UK
E-mail: viktor@wessex.ac.uk.

Closing date: 19 June 2009.

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