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Behnam Seyed-Mahmoud is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Lethbridge, Canada, specializing in theoretical, computational, and experimental studies of rotating fluids with direct applications to planetary and stellar interiors.
Education:
- B.Sc. in Physics, University of Lethbridge
- M.Sc. in Geophysics, Memorial University
- Ph.D. in Physics, York University
Research Focus: His work centers on geodynamics, geodynamo theory, Earth rotation phenomena (wobble/nutation), inertial modes, and elliptical instability. He develops computational tools to predict modal frequencies of rotating fluid bodies and conducts experimental validation using custom apparatus. Key objectives include refining Earth models to match observed frequencies and investigating alternative dynamo mechanisms for planetary magnetic fields.
Publication Trends: Analysis of his 2004-2021 publications reveals consistent emphasis on rotational fluid dynamics in planetary cores and stellar interiors. Dominant themes include inertial mode characterization, elliptical instability as a dynamo energy source (notably for Mars' ancient magnetic field), and gravity mode analysis in stars. His methodology integrates theoretical modeling, numerical computation, and experimental validation.
Grants & Supervision: Secured significant funding including an NSERC grant of $175,000 (extended 2015) for 'Dynamics of the Earth' and a Canadian Space Agency grant of $249,862 (2006) for the MOMENT Mars project. Supervised Master's students Md. Kamruzzaman, Ali Moradi, Hossein Naseri, and Michel Nzikou.
Experimental Facility: Leads the Experimental Geodynamics Lab featuring a state-of-the-art rotating global apparatus with Particle Imaging Velocimetry (PIV) capabilities, enabling direct observation of fluid core dynamics through illuminated horizontal planes and remote-controlled seismic simulations.
