Experiments and modeling of complex flows
Description
The Laboratory of Complex Fluids Research (LCFR) at Université Laval (Canada) is seeking highly motivated candidates for graduate student positions (PhD and MSc) to participate in exciting and innovative projects in the highly competitive and rapidly evolving research area of complex flows. Led by Professor S.M. Taghavi, holder of the prestigious Canada Research Chair in Modeling Complex Flows, our laboratory is committed to advancing our understanding of interfacial flows of complex fluids. As such, we are seeking talented students with a strong background in fluid mechanics to join our team.
Our projects require a multifaceted approach, which includes experimental, computational, and theoretical investigations of interfacial flows of complex fluids, with a particular focus on complex yield stress materials at moderate or high Reynolds numbers. We are interested in studying various types of instabilities that arise in these flows. The selected students will have the opportunity to design and build advanced experimental setups, and will gain expertise in ultra-high-speed imaging (beyond 1 million frames per second), advanced image analysis using machine learning and artificial intelligence, laser imaging (such as time-resolved tomographic particle image velocimetry (tomo-PIV), laser-induced fluorescence (LIF), and ultrasound Doppler velocimetry (UDV)), and advanced rheometry techniques. Additionally, students will be trained to perform high-resolution OpenFOAM simulations using parallel processing methods on Compute Canada clusters. They will also develop advanced semi-analytical models, drawing on fluid mechanics and complex (yield stress) flows, to predict interfacial behaviors, and will compare the model results with those of experiments and computations. These models will be transformed into industrial software. Students will also have the opportunity to supervise undergraduate and summer interns and engage in cutting-edge research. Furthermore, we will encourage our students to interact with industry and participate in internships at Canadian companies and/or international research institutes (e.g., in Germany or Norway) during the course of their research.
Université Laval, the oldest center of higher education in Canada, is located in Québec city, the capital city of the province of Quebec (https://www.quebec-cite.com/en). While the cost of living is relatively affordable, the city boasts some of the highest standards of living in Canada.
Research Field
- Complex flows
- Fluid mechanics
- Multiphase flows
- Interfacial instabilities
- Modeling fluid flows
- Experimental fluid dynamics
- Computational fluid dynamics
Research Supervisor
Seyed Mohammad Taghavi
Research Environment
Laboratory of Complex Fluids Research
Are you looking for an exciting and challenging graduate student opportunity in the field of complex fluid dynamics research? Look no further than the Laboratory of Complex Fluids Research (LCFR)!
At LCFR, our primary focus is on solving complex fluid dynamics problems of industrial relevance through a combination of analytical, experimental, and computational techniques. Our research interests span a wide range of areas, including multiphase flows, non-Newtonian flows, suspension flows, polymer flows, micro, nano, and bio-fluidics, and interdisciplinary fluid dynamics applications.
As a graduate student in our lab, you will have access to modern facilities that are suitable for complex fluid research. You will receive training and develop diversified cutting-edge expertise in mathematical modeling, complex flows, experimental methods, and computational simulations.
We have established connections with over numerous industrial partners in Canada and worldwide. As a graduate student in our lab, you will be strongly involved throughout our industrial interactions and you will also gain valuable insights into the application of your research, as well as the engineering opportunities within industry. In addition, our affiliation with several networks and Quebec research centers, such as REGAL, CQMF, CERMA, and CREPEC, also allows our students to benefit from fundamental and applied science infrastructures.
Overall, as a graduate student in the LCFR, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research, collaborate with industrial partners, and benefit from interactions with research centers, all while receiving comprehensive training and developing skills that will prepare you for a successful career in complex fluid dynamics research. Apply now to join our vibrant research community!
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Financial Aid Available by Program of Study
Doctorate in Chemical Engineering
Program descriptionFinancial Aid Available*
Financial Aid Related to Research Project
$19000 per year for 4 years.
Students from Latin America are strongly encouraged to apply. We are also dedicated to supporting Latin American students in obtaining scholarships from their home countries and to helping them prepare the required scholarship application documents.
Program-Specific Financial Aid
Graduate Studies Awards
| Milestone |
Amount |
Progression scholarship
|
7 x $500 |
Doctoral exam or seminar presentation
|
$750 |
Doctoral exam, seminar or conference
|
$1,000 |
Publication
|
$750 |
Communication
|
$1,000 |
First submission of dissertation
|
$1,000* |
| Total |
$8,500 |
*A $500 bonus will be added to the graduation scholarship if the initial submission is made before the semester preceding the final qualifying semester.
Université Laval: Student Financial Aid
Supplemental Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship Program: Entitles international students to pay Canadian student tuition fees, for overall savings of around $40,000.
* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly. Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering with thesis
Program descriptionFinancial Aid Available*
Financial Aid Related to Research Project
$18000 per year for 2 years.
Students from Latin America are strongly encouraged to apply. We are also dedicated to supporting Latin American students in obtaining scholarships from their home countries and to helping them prepare the required scholarship application documents.
Program-Specific Financial Aid
Graduate Studies Awards
| Milestone |
Amount |
Evaluated activity
|
$650 |
| Achievement scholarship |
$1,000 |
| Total |
$1,650 |
Université Laval: Student Financial Aid
* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.
Desired Profile
- Civil and Water Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
Requirements and Conditions
- Hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Engineering, or Engineering Physics
- Have a strong background in fluid mechanics and preferably some knowledge of non-Newtonian fluids and rheology.
Required Documentation
- Text about research interests
- Lettre de recommandation
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitæ
- Student transcript
If you are interested in applying, please submit a cover letter, a complete CV, and the names of three references to Professor S.M. Taghavi at: Seyed-Mohammad.Taghavi@gch.ulaval.ca
Find Out More
Ann Bourassa
Spécialiste responsable
Département de génie chimique
ann.bourassa@gch.ulaval.ca