Multiscale modeling of fluid flow and solute transport in bones undergoing mechanical loading
Scholarship Description
Project: “Multiscale modeling of fluid flow and solute transport through deformable porous materials”. The PhD candidate will work closely with the CIs and research associates of the project. Bone is a dynamic living tissue that permanently undergoes remodeling throughout life. Bone remodeling is the process by which old bone is replaced by new bone. This process is regulated by osteocytes. ie. bone cells embedded in the bone matrix. These cells form a highly connected network embedded in the so-called lacunae-canaliculi porosity of bone that allows them to readily respond to both biochemical and biomechanical changes. This project’s aim is to formulate multiscale models of bone incorporating the lacunae-canaliculi network and study solute transport, fluid flow and bone deformation behaviours. Outcomes of this project are expected to better understand the role and function of the osteocytic network in bone and they way osteocytes control bone remodelling.
| Reference Number: | 4884 |
| Study Subject: | Multiscale modeling |
| Web Address: | http://www.scholarships.uwa.edu.au/home/postgrad/engineering?f=277839 |
| Provided By: | The University of Western Australia |
| To be undertaken at: | The University of Western Australia. |
| Level: | Post Graduate |
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to an unspecified number of people. Open for applications until August 15, 2010.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD26000 (per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Chemical engineering, Civil engineering, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES, Mathematics, Mechanical and industrial engineering or PHYSICAL SCIENCES. It is required that your study starts no earlier than August 16, 2010 and no later than September 30, 2010.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Masters or equivalent.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply direct to faculty. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Dr David Smith (Winthrop Research Professor) Engineering, Computing & Mathematical Sci Phone: 6488 5531 Email: david.smith@uwa.edu.au Address: University of Western Australia |