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Christina Harvey leads the Biologically Informed Research Design (BIRD) lab at the University of California, Davis, focusing on biological flight in animals and their morphological adjustments during flight. Her research aims to inspire the design of highly maneuverable and adaptable uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) while advancing the understanding of avian flight. Dr. Harvey's work integrates experimental, numerical, and analytical techniques across biology and engineering, including wind tunnel experiments, aerodynamics, aircraft dynamics modeling, anatomical studies, and motion tracking. Her collaborative projects include partnerships with various organizations to promote innovation in aerospace research.
Department of Computer Science. GRE is NOT required.