Oliver Bühler

Oliver Bühler is a Professor of Mathematics and Atmosphere/Ocean Science at New York University. His research focuses on theoretical fluid dynamics, particularly asymptotic methods applied to geophysical fluid systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from the University of Cambridge (1996), an M.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan (1990), and a B.S. in Physical Engineering from Technical University Berlin (1988).

• Education:
• Ph.D., Applied Mathematics, University of Cambridge, 1996
• M.S., Aerospace Engineering, University of Michigan, 1990
• B.S., Physical Engineering, Technical University Berlin, 1988

His research interests include nonlinear wave-vortex interactions, climate dynamics, and applications of fluid dynamics to quantum mechanics and particle diffusion. He authored a seminal textbook on waves and mean flows and has contributed to high-impact studies in Physics of Fluids and Journal of Fluid Mechanics.

While no awards or grants are explicitly listed, his work is part of the Center for Atmosphere Ocean Science at NYU.