Analysis and Nonlinear PDEs Group
The research in this area focuses on a range of topics in analysis ranging from the pure to the applied end.
On the pure side, topics include ergodic theory, functional and fractal analysis, and the rigorous analysis of ordinary and partial differential equations.
On the applied side methods are used to analyse partial differential equations (PDEs) in various contexts such as nonlinear elastostatics, pattern formation, dispersive wave equations, Navier-Stokes equations, and delay equations. Analysis on unbounded domains is of particular interest.
A recent development involves the construction of solutions to the Schrödinger equation that describes the process of electron emission from a metal surface, a process of considerable technological importance in the design of flat displays.
Another dimension is the calculus of variations, a subject with a long history, which has developed fresh new directions in the twenty-first century. A typical example comes from nonlinear elasticity, where the cost of deforming an elastic solid is represented by an energy functional.
Research Areas
The group's research interests include the following:
- Quasiconvexity, elasticity and the calculus of variations
- Interaction of patterns
- Qualitative analysis of dissipative partial differential equations
- Pinning, capture and release of fronts by localised inhomogeneities
- Positivity of solutions to dissipative fourth-order PDEs
Postdoc Applications
We currently do not have any openings. However, there are various external funding sources through various funding agencies. Please see here for details. If you would like to apply for any of these fellowships with us, please do contact any of the group's academic staff well ahead of the deadline.
PhD Applications
The group is currently accepting PhD applications. Please refer to the Department's PGR webpage for details as how to apply.

Academic Staff
Dr Jonathan Bevan
Prof Thomas Bridges
Dr Bin Cheng
Dr Jonathan Deane
Dr David Lloyd
Dr Ian Morris
Dr Pablo Shmerkin
Dr Sergey Zelik
PhD Students
Mr Peter Anthony
Mr Gregory Clack
Ms Sandra Käbisch
Mr Colin Little
Mr Gul Mohammed Shaikh
Ms Kavita Patni
Mr Jonathan Pennant
Ms Jessica Rowden
Mr Anastasios Rossides
Mr Anton Savostianov

