Mixing in turbulent flows

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In both nature and the man-made world, turbulent flows are the norm (whereas laminar flows are the exception). The research to be undertaken involves the study of mixing within turbulent flows - a phenomenon that underlies a wide range of processes, including aerodynamics, meteorology, combustion, and environmental pollutant dispersion. My main goal is to improve the understanding of turbulent mixing by means of innovative experiments, and related analysis. To this end, my four long-term objectives are: 1) maintaining a solid program of hot-wire anemometry, cold-wire thermometry, and laser-induced fluorescence based experiments, 2) development of new experimental methods and data-analysis techniques, 3) extension of my research program into new areas, and 4) continuing to train students at all levels.