Larisa Malysheva

Larisa Malysheva is a Lecturer in the Department of Engineering within the School of Science, Engineering & Environment at the University of Salford. She has held this position since 2015, transitioning from part-time (2015-2020) to full-time status. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Accelerator Physics from the University of Liverpool (2010) and prior research roles at the Lavrentyev Institute of Hydrodynamics (Russia) and University of Hamburg.

Her research focuses on computational methods for engineering systems, particularly finite element modeling of linear/nonlinear structural mechanics problems relevant to particle accelerators and advanced mechanical engineering. Key application areas include heat load studies in target materials for the International Linear Collider (ILC), biomagnetic blood flow, and smart hydrogel robotics. She employs numerical algorithms and tools like ANSYS FLUENT for simulations in aerodynamics, magneto-thermoelasticity, and wave energy systems.

As an educator, she leads Engineering Mathematics modules (Levels 1-4), Foundation Year Engineering Methodology, and Computational Aerodynamics. Her pedagogical approach integrates computational techniques with practical laboratory applications. She holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE, 2017-2018) and Fellow status with the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).

• Diploma in Mechanics and Applied Mathematics (1984-1990)
• PhD in Physics of Accelerators, University of Liverpool (2005-2010)
• PGCE (2017-2018)

Her scientific contributions are closely tied to the Centre for Future Engineering at Salford, where she collaborates on projects involving computational hydrodynamics, plasma actuation, and bio-inspired propulsion systems. She actively presents findings at international conferences, with 15 documented presentation outputs spanning tsunami run-up simulations, metallic polymer coatings, and supersonic aerodynamics.