Nigel B. Kaye

Nigel B. Kaye is a Professor of Civil Engineering at Clemson University, within the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences (CECAS). His expertise lies in environmental fluid mechanics, wildfire dynamics, and heat/mass transport phenomena, with applications spanning from urban environments to wildland fire safety.

Education:

• B.E. (1994) – University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
• Ph.D. (1998) – University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom

Research Focus:
Nigel's work integrates theoretical fluid mechanics with practical environmental challenges. His primary areas include:

• Environmental Fluid Mechanics: Studying pollutant dispersion and heat transfer in buildings and urban canopies.
• Wildfire Dynamics: Investigating firebrand transport mechanisms and mitigation strategies using sprays.
• Stratified Flows: Analyzing mixing processes in buoyancy-driven flows.

Publications Trends:
His recent publications (2016–2020) emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, combining experimental wind-tunnel studies with numerical modeling. Key themes include green infrastructure (green roofs), wildfire safety, and lake thermal dynamics, reflecting a commitment to both environmental sustainability and hazard mitigation.

Professional Memberships:

• American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
• American Physical Society (APS)
• Americas Association for Wind Engineering
• International Association for Fire Safety Science

Teaching & Engagement:
Nigel teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in fluid mechanics and stormwater management, fostering engineering identity through integrated communication curricula. His office is located in 218 Lowry Hall, Clemson University.