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Dr. James Wadsley is a Professor of Computational Astrophysics and SHARCNET Chair in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at McMaster University. He holds cross-appointments at the Origins Institute and the School of Computational Sciences and Engineering. His work integrates deeply with Canadian high-performance computing infrastructure, including leadership roles in Compute Canada (Digital Research Alliance of Canada), SHARCNET, and the Canadian Astronomical Society (CASCA).
His research focuses on multi-scale astrophysical simulations, particularly in:
- Galaxy Formation & Evolution: Cosmological simulations of galaxy assembly, star formation regulation, dark matter interactions, and environmental effects in clusters.
- Computational Methods: Development of advanced numerical tools like the GASOLINE SPH code, radiative transfer algorithms (TREVR, TREVR2), magnetohydrodynamics (MHD), and novel conduction models.
- Planetary System Origins: Planetesimal formation via streaming instability, giant planet formation mechanisms, and protoplanetary disk dynamics.
- Interstellar Medium (ISM): Structure of molecular clouds, magnetic field coupling, superbubble feedback, and gas cycling in galaxies.
His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on high-resolution simulations of feedback processes in dwarf galaxies, advancements in radiative transfer techniques, MHD implementations for star formation, and cosmological structure formation. Key trends include validating cold dark matter models, quantifying environmental quenching, and developing testable predictions for observatories like ALMA.
Wadsley leads significant computational projects and collaborates internationally (e.g., VERTICO survey, AGORA collaboration). He directs research leveraging SHARCNET resources for large-scale simulations of galaxy evolution and ISM physics. No specific awards, students, or funded grants are detailed in the source text.
