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Andrew Bragg is an Associate Professor at Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. His research focuses on the physics of turbulence and turbulent transport, leveraging theoretical computational fluid dynamics and applied mathematics to explore complex fluid motion. Bragg's work delves into the essential challenge of understanding and predicting turbulent flows, which have significant implications in both natural and engineered systems. His research addresses the complexities of turbulence as it relates to phenomena like atmospheric clouds and ocean dynamics as well as global warming. With a strong belief in collaborative approaches, Bragg actively engages with experimentalists to drive advancements in understanding turbulent processes. He has been recognized for his contributions with various awards including the National Science Foundation CAREER award and the EUROMECH Young Scientist Award. Bragg earned his PhD in Theoretical Fluid Dynamics from Newcastle University in England in 2012 and previously held postdoctoral positions at Los Alamos National Laboratory and Cornell University.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)