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Oliver Buxton is a Professor of Fluid Mechanics in the Department of Aeronautics at Imperial College London. His research primarily focuses on the application of laser diagnostics in turbulent flows. He collaborates with colleagues in conducting Direct Numerical Simulations (DNS) and is particularly focused on multiscale-generated turbulence and turbulent entrainment, specifically in understanding the dynamics of turbulent backgrounds. He is currently an EPSRC fellow working towards advancing the understanding and modeling of turbulent wakes produced by wind turbines, essential for developing accurate wind-farm optimization tools. He has a keen interest in cloud microphysics, exploring the interactions between warm cumulus clouds and turbulence, especially regarding the physics of turbulent entrainment and water droplets. Dr. Buxton has secured funding from the ERC and NERC for research running from 2024 to 2029. Additionally, he is developing an interest in Martian aerodynamics, where the unique characteristics of Mars' thin atmosphere present challenges akin to transonic conditions at low Reynolds numbers, similar to insect flight on Earth.
Imperial College London • United Kingdom
Leading research and teaching in Fluid Mechanics.
Imperial College London • United Kingdom
Senior academic role with focus on experimental research in fluid mechanics.
Imperial College London • United Kingdom
Senior role focused on aerodynamics research and teaching.
Imperial College London • United Kingdom
Academic faculty member focusing on experimental aerodynamics.
University of Texas at Austin • United States
Conducted research in flowfield imaging.
Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.