W. Nathan Alexander

W. Nathan Alexander, Associate Professor in the Department of Aerospace and Ocean Engineering at Virginia Tech, specializes in experimental and computational aero/hydroacoustics. His work focuses on flow-generated noise, rotor/propeller machinery, wind turbines, and advanced measurement techniques.

• Education: PhD, MS, and BS in Aerospace/Ocean Engineering from Virginia Tech
• Professional Affiliations: AIAA and ASME
• Research Leadership: AIAA Aeroacoustics Technical Committee member and core contributor to the Center for Research and Engineering in Aero/Hydrodynamic Technologies (CREATe)

His laboratory research integrates high-frequency diagnostics with simulations to address noise mitigation in aerospace and marine systems. Teaching includes graduate and undergraduate courses in naval architecture and aeroacoustics, emphasizing hands-on experimental training.