Stephen Wilson

Stephen Wilson is a Research Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Strathclyde, Faculty of Science, where he conducts advanced research in fluid mechanics and mathematical modelling. He is actively involved in leading research projects, supervising PhD students, and contributing to the academic community through publications and professional activities.

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), The Mathematics of Ship Slamming, University of Oxford (1987–1989)
• Master in Science (MSc), Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Analysis, University of Oxford (1986–1987)
• Bachelor of Arts (BA), University of Oxford (1983–1986)

Stephen Wilson's research focuses on the mathematical modelling of fluid mechanics problems using asymptotic, analytical, and numerical methods. His work spans thin-film flows, evaporating droplets, non-Newtonian fluids, liquid crystals, fluid-structure interaction, and biomechanics. He applies these models to real-world challenges in industrial coating, microfluidics, and biological systems such as the human knee. His research integrates theoretical analysis with practical applications, often involving complex multiphysics phenomena.

His recent publications (2024–2025) reveal a strong emphasis on evaporation dynamics, droplet behavior, and liquid crystal flows, primarily published in high-impact journals like Physical Review E and Journal of Fluid Mechanics. These works frequently involve collaborations with researchers such as Alexander W. Wray and Brian R. Duffy, and they demonstrate consistent application of asymptotic techniques to interfacial flows and thin-film systems.

Scientific Awards and Honors:

• Leader of the winning team at Physics with Industry 2016
• Recipient of the IOP Printing and Graphics Science Group Prize (2009)
• Elected Fellow of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) (2008)

Wilson has served as Principal Investigator on multiple EPSRC-funded Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) projects since 2018, indicating active PhD supervision and research leadership. He previously held the position of Joint Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Engineering Mathematics (2011–2015), contributing significantly to academic publishing. His research is supported by major funding bodies and involves extensive collaboration across institutions and disciplines.

He is involved in several research labs and teams focused on fluid dynamics, mathematical modelling, and industrial applications. His group works on projects involving free-surface flows, multiphysics models, and nematic liquid crystals, often in collaboration with experimentalists and engineers. These teams contribute to both fundamental science and applied technological development in areas like coating processes and biomedical systems.