Oliver Jensen

Oliver Jensen is a Professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of Manchester, leading the Department of Mathematics. His research integrates continuum mechanics, transport processes, and multiscale modeling in biological and medical systems. He has held academic roles at institutions including the University of Nottingham and the University of Cambridge. His work spans plant biomechanics, placental microcirculation, and surfactant-driven flows, with contributions to understanding tissue growth, fluid-structure interactions, and biomedical applications. He supervises PhD students and collaborates on projects like placental oxygenation and lung mechanics. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals in health and sustainable cities.

• Education: PhD in Applied Mathematics from the University of Cambridge (1991).
• Research Groups: Continuum Mechanics, Mathematics in the Life Sciences.

Key research interests include plant cell expansion, fluid dynamics in biological systems, and biomechanical modeling of soft tissues. His studies on surfactant behavior and superhydrophobic surfaces address drag reduction and material science challenges. He has contributed to understanding placental transport mechanisms and airway reopening dynamics, with implications for clinical conditions like asthma and cystic fibrosis.

Recent work explores tissue metabolism effects in feto-placental networks and the role of mechanical stress in cell division. Collaborative projects with clinical and engineering teams focus on translating mathematical models to medical applications.