Alexander Korobkin

Alexander Korobkin is a Professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of East Anglia, leading the Fluids & Structures Group within the School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics. He is also affiliated with the Sustainable Energy research cluster. His work focuses on unsteady hydrodynamics and hydroelasticity, particularly interactions between fluids and rigid/elastic bodies. Key research areas include asymptotic analysis, boundary-value problems, and numerical methods for fluid-structure interaction.

He has been involved in significant collaborative projects such as the Mathematics of Sea Ice (MoSI-UK) initiative and studies on energy-efficient naval operations in Arctic environments. His research has been supported by institutions like the Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences and the Office of Naval Research Global.

Recent studies explore nonlinear ice-liquid interactions, elastic shell water entry, and eigenmodes in hydroelastic systems. His work often integrates advanced numerical methods with theoretical frameworks to address real-world challenges in maritime engineering and environmental fluid dynamics.

Collaborations span global institutions, reflecting his expertise in multiphase flows, flexural-gravity waves, and extreme fluid impact phenomena. He actively supervises PhD students in applied mathematics and related fields, offering guidance beyond formal program structures.

His Fluids & Structures Group contributes to interdisciplinary projects, emphasizing both fundamental science and practical applications in sustainable energy and marine technology.