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Geoff McKay is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics within the Faculty of Science at the University of Strathclyde. He has been a key academic figure since 1994, progressing from Lecturer to Senior Lecturer in 2004, and currently holds the title of Senior Teaching Fellow. His role includes teaching across multiple levels, from Foundation Mathematics to Complex Analysis, and he serves as the Year 3 Coordinator for undergraduate degree programs.
His research focuses on the mathematical modelling of liquid crystals and non-Newtonian fluids. Specific interests include dynamic continuum theories for nematic and cholesteric liquid crystals, flows in porous media, and prosthetic socket design. He applies analytical and computational methods to model real-world physical phenomena, particularly in soft matter systems.
The recent publications highlight a strong trend in theoretical and applied fluid dynamics within liquid crystal systems, with increasing focus on active nematics, wave propagation in anisotropic media, and electrohydrodynamic effects. His work bridges applied mathematics and materials science, contributing to both theoretical understanding and practical applications in engineering and health technologies.
Geoff McKay has secured research funding through major projects, including EPSRC Doctoral Training Partnerships, where he served as Principal or Co-Investigator. These projects support doctoral research in active nematic liquid crystals and medical devices, indicating sustained research leadership and collaboration.
- Accessibility in the mathematical sciences (Speaker, August 2024)
He has supervised numerous final-year undergraduate projects on topics such as Modelling Liquid Crystals, Chaotic Motion, and RSA Codes. While no formal PhD students are listed, he is accepting PhD students and has co-supervised research through funded doctoral training programs.
He is actively involved in research teams focused on liquid crystal physics and medical device innovation, collaborating with researchers such as Nigel Mottram, Michael Grinfeld, and Joshua Walton. His lab contributions center on mathematical and computational modelling rather than experimental facilities.
