Dr. Nicholas Apazidis

Professor

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Biography

Nicholas Apazidis is a Senior Professor at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) specializing in Fluid Mechanics. His research focuses on shock wave propagation, particularly phenomena related to shock wave focusing, interactions between shock waves and droplets, as well as shock/bubble interactions. He investigates the behavior of extreme states of matter produced by stable imploding shocks in diverse media. Professor Apazidis has authored significant works, including a review book titled 'Shock Focusing Phenomena' published by Springer in 2019. With decades of teaching experience at KTH, he is dedicated to educating future engineers in the field of mechanics, having developed and taught multiple courses including Mechanics (SG1130), Mechanics II (SG1140), and the Continuation Course (SG1113).

Research Interests

Shock Wave Propagation Shock Wave Focusing Phenomena Shock Propagation in Heterogeneous Media Shock/Droplet Interactions Shock/Bubble Interactions Extreme States of Matter Imploding Shocks

Courses

Mechanics (SG1130) Mechanics II (SG1140) Continuation Course (SG1113)

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

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