Christopher Douglas

Christopher Douglas' research and teaching in MEMS concentrate on thermo-fluid mechanics and nonlinear dynamics. He develops theoretical and numerical methods to analyze, understand, and engineer the behavior of high-dimensional nonlinear systems where fluid motion couples with thermal, chemical, acoustic, elastic, and other physical effects. These complex problems arise in engineering applications like turbines, rockets, and other propulsion and energy systems; in natural phenomena ranging from weather systems to supernovae; and in medical procedures such as laser lithotripsy. His broader research interests include energy conversion and pollutant emissions abatement, with particular attention to alternative energy carriers like hydrogen and ammonia.