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Yair Shokef
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Research
Interests: I am interested in theoretical non-equilibrium statistical mechanics and soft condensed matter physics. I construct minimal models for complex systems, and employ numerical and analytical techniques to analyze them. I try to maximize my interaction with experimentalists, so that my theoretical work will improve the understanding of phenomena observed in actual physical systems. I started with hydrodynamic instabilities and turbulent mixing in
inertial confinement fusion, and then moved to granular materials and the
non-equilibrium statistical mechanics of driven dissipative systems. I am
also interested in the application of physical perspectives in various
biological questions. I am currently focusing on jamming and frustration in
several soft matter systems. Selected Publications: Non-equilibrium
statistical mechanics of dividing cell populations Isolated
non-equilibrium systems in contact Exactly
solvable model for driven dissipative systems Role
of friction in compaction and segregation of granular materials |
Updated: 19 May 2008