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Elena Pasternak is a prominent researcher at the University of Western Australia, where she focuses on various aspects of mechanics and material engineering. Her expertise encompasses the study of solids with applications in rock mechanics and rock engineering, as well as geomechanics and geology. She is highly regarded for her work in hybrid materials, particularly in architectures that are internally engineered, along with her research on higher order continua and homogenisation methods that address large deformations in modeling. Additionally, she investigates topologically interlocking structures and fragmented bodies, contributing valuable insights into fracture mechanics and hydraulic fracturing. With an impressive h-index and extensive citation record, her contributions to the field are widely recognized, with numerous publications and collaborative projects further advancing the knowledge base in her areas of research interest.
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