Dr. William Smith

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Biography

William R. Smith is a University Professor Emeritus in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Guelph. His research group focuses on developing and applying molecular-level simulation algorithms for predicting macroscopic thermodynamic transport properties of matter. His work integrates computer simulation with mathematical modeling to explore phenomena in physics, chemistry, biology, and chemical engineering. He has successfully supervised numerous graduate students in Biophysics and Mathematics Statistics at the University of Guelph and the Chemical Engineering program at the University of Waterloo. Smith currently serves as the Principal Investigator for a major research project funded by an Alliance Grant from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, focusing on the discovery of new solvents for CO2 capture using molecular simulation techniques. His research interests include Carbon Capture, Molecular-Based Modeling, Statistical Mechanics, Classical Thermodynamics, Electrolyte Solutions, and Molecular-Based Design of Environmentally Benign Refrigerants.

Research Interests

Experience

University Professor Emeritus

— Present

University of Guelph • Guelph, ON

Focused on the development and application of molecular-level simulation algorithms for thermodynamic transport properties.

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
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Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).