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Sean Peterson is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at the University of Waterloo, leading the Fluid Flow Physics Group. He also holds an affiliated faculty position in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at New York University’s Polytechnic Institute. His research integrates analytical modeling, numerical simulation, and experimental methods to address fluid mechanics challenges, particularly in biofluid mechanics, cardiovascular flows, energy harvesting, and smart materials.
Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Purdue University, 2006), MSc (Purdue, 2001), BSc (Arizona State University, 1998).
Research interests span fluid mechanics fundamentals and applications, including stent-induced flow alterations in arteries, robotic fish propulsion, and energy extraction from fluid structures. Recent projects focus on vocal fold dynamics, aerosol mask efficacy, and hydrodynamic interactions in schooling fish. His group employs advanced optical diagnostics and finite element modeling.
Selected courses taught include Fluid Mechanics (ME 351/362), Experimental Methods in Fluids (ME 562), and Aerodynamics (ME 564).
Awards and grants: None explicitly listed, though research is supported by interdisciplinary collaborations and institutional resources.
Labs/Teams: Fluid Flow Physics Group at Waterloo, collaborating with NYU’s Polytechnic Institute and other academic/industry partners.
