معرفی
Pendar Mahmoudi is an Associate Professor, Teaching Stream in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo, Canada. He holds a Doctorate in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo (2018) and a BSc in Chemical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology, Iran (2013). His teaching focuses on computational methods and numerical techniques in chemical engineering, including courses such as CHE 120 (Computer Literacy and Programming), CHE 312 (Mathematics of Heat and Mass Transfer), and NE 336 (Micro and Nanosystem Design). His research interests encompass polymer surface phenomena, computational modeling of polymer melts, and entropic segregation mechanisms. He has published extensively on topics such as surface enrichment in polydisperse systems and molecular weight effects on polymer behavior. Currently, he is not accepting graduate students but remains actively involved in teaching and curriculum development.
- Education:
- PhD, Chemical Engineering, University of Waterloo (2018)
- BSc, Chemical Engineering, Sharif University of Technology (2013)
Dr. Mahmoudi’s research explores the intersection of computational methods and polymer physics, with a focus on understanding surface segregation phenomena in polymeric materials. His work integrates experimental and theoretical approaches to elucidate how molecular parameters like chain length and molecular weight influence surface behavior. Recent studies highlight the universality of entropic segregation and its implications for material design. His teaching portfolio underscores a commitment to advancing computational literacy among engineering students through courses like Numerical Methods for Process Analysis and Introduction to Computational Methods for Engineers.
Advising and Grants: Not currently accepting graduate students. No specific grants mentioned in the provided data.
