Dr. Bruce Sutherland

Professor

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Biography

Professor Bruce Sutherland specializes in environmental fluid dynamics, focusing on atmospheric and oceanic systems. He earned his BMath from the University of Waterloo, followed by an MSc and PhD in Physics from the University of Toronto. He has held various academic positions, including Research Associate at the University of Cambridge and Professor at the University of Alberta. With a strong background in laboratory experiments, numerical simulations, and mathematical theory, his research interests include stratified flows, internal waves, and particle transport, particularly in the context of environmental applications such as microplastics and marine biology. Sutherland has contributed to several prestigious journals and served as an Associate Editor for the journal Physical Review Fluids. He has received numerous accolades, including the McCalla Research Professorship and the Killam Annual Professor award, highlighting his significant contributions to the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2007-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and research in physics with a focus on fluid dynamics.

Research Associate

1995-01-01 — 1997-01-01

University of Cambridge •

Research in applied mathematics and theoretical physics.

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

1997-01-01 — 2007-01-01

University of Alberta •

Various roles in the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences.

Awards

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McCalla Research Professorship

2007-01-01
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Killam Annual Professor

2011-01-01
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Gledden Visiting Senior Fellowship

2012-01-01
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Churchill Overseas Fellowship

2012-01-01
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Fellow

2016-01-01

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management