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Christian Thomas is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Applied Mathematics at Macquarie University. He completed his PhD at Cardiff University, focusing on numerical simulations of disturbance development in rotating boundary layers. His research interests are primarily in fluid mechanics, particularly laminar-turbulent transition processes, revolving around topics such as boundary layer stability, receptivity processes, steady and unsteady flows, and optimizing flow control. Thomas has offered innovative insights into the linear stability characteristics of rotating disc boundary layers, illuminating global instabilities and developing methods to predict disturbances due to surface roughness. He has also played roles as a Research Associate at various prestigious institutions, including Imperial College London and the University of Western Australia. His teaching portfolio includes courses on calculus, mathematical modeling, nonlinear dynamics, and fluid dynamics. Thomas has received recognition for his contributions to teaching, being awarded the Vice-Chancellor's Learning and Teaching Student-Nominated Award in 2022. He actively supervises research students, guiding them through projects on laminar flow control and the behavior of non-Newtonian fluids.
Macquarie University • Sydney, NSW, Australia
Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Applied Mathematics.
Monash University • Melbourne, Australia
Conducted research and taught courses in mathematics.
Airbus Group Innovations •
Performed research on aerodynamic properties with a focus on laminar-turbulent transition.
Imperial College London •
Engaged in postdoctoral research on fluid dynamics.
University of Western Australia •
Investigated various aspects of fluid mechanics.
Cardiff University •
Conducted research related to numerical simulations in mathematical physics.
Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).