In recent years, the MELUHSINE research group at the LHEEA laboratory (Ecole Centrale Nantes) has developed a computational framework for simulating blood-valve interactions. This FSI framework integrates in-house computational codes based on advanced numerical methods, allowing for the modeling of transient intracardiac blood flows using Lattice Boltzmann Method (LBM) through the aortic valve with leaflets modeled by non-linear Finite Element Method (FEM). The LBM-FEM coupling is ensured via Immersed Boundary Method (IBM).
In this PhD study, the focus is given on the enhancement of the developed computational platform in terms of robustness and efficiency, in order to take into account more physical phenomena in realistic physiological conditions, such as the leaflet contact, the movement of the left ventricle wall as well as the mitral valve.Expected profile and skills:
The PhD candidate should have a Master of Science or equivalent degree in Computational Mechanics, Applied Mathematics and other related specialties. A strong knowledge of Fluid Mechanics, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and/or Solid Mechanics is required. Curiosity, self-working skills, and particularly, the desire to explore the advancing numerical schemes for understanding the underlying physics are needed. Programming languages such as Fortran, C/C++ are appreciated. English and/or French is mandatory.
Link to apply:: https://amethis.doctorat.org/amethis-client/prd/consulter/offre/2837
