Dr. Colin Denniston

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Biography

Colin Denniston is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Western University. His research focuses on Soft Condensed Matter Physics, including Complex Fluids and Granular Matter. He is involved in the development of numerical methods and analytical techniques to study the dynamic processes in complex fluids. His work includes modeling particle dynamics and the computer simulation of systems involving micro- and nano-scale objects, soft colloids, and liquid crystals. He has contributed significantly to the field through various publications, including studies on polymer melts, polymerization processes using molecular dynamics, and improvements in hydrodynamic force formulations. Deniston's work is characterized by a commitment to advancing the understanding of complex fluid behavior through innovative computational approaches. He is actively involved in mentorship and teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, covering courses such as Quantum Mechanics and Scientific Computing.

Research Interests

Experience

Undergraduate Chair

— Present

Department of Physics & Astronomy • London, ON, Canada

Oversaw undergraduate programs, curriculum development, and student engagement.

Courses

Physics 3400: Intro Thermal Physics Physics 3200: Quantum Mechanics Physics 4251: Quantum Mechanics II Scientific Computing 9595: Parallel Programming MPI

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.