Dr Brendan Harding

Brendan Harding currently serves as a Lecturer at Victoria University of Wellington, following his role as Research Associate at the University of Adelaide. His academic journey has focused on computational mathematics and fluid dynamics, with particular expertise in numerical methods for partial differential equations. His PhD research developed fault-tolerant algorithms for supercomputers, leading to significant publications in high-performance computing. His current research centers on microfluidic applications, specifically studying particle behavior in curved ducts with applications in cancer detection through circulating tumor cell identification. His work spans theoretical fluid mechanics, computational methods, and fractal geometry, with over 494 citations reflecting his significant impact in the field. His research portfolio includes groundbreaking work on inertial focusing of particles in curved microfluidic ducts, which has important applications in biomedical diagnostics. Beyond his primary research, he has contributed to diverse areas including fault-tolerant computation, sparse grid techniques, and fractal geometry, demonstrating his versatility as a computational mathematician. His expertise extends to creating mathematical visualizations, combining technical precision with artistic representation through programming.