Unstable Fluid Podcast 1: Pilot
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Sep 13, 2023 Dive into the fascinating worlds of physics and academia! Thomas and Kat share their journeys into PhD research, discussing the nuances of fluid dynamics and astrophysics. Explore the quirky debate of turbulence versus laminar flow, and learn about Kat's unique bouncing-droplet research. They reflect on the importance of incremental progress in research and the skills necessary for academic success. Plus, get insider tips on applying for PhDs and the significance of finding the right fit in your academic journey.
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Fluids As The Shared Thread
- Fluids and instability form a natural overlap between maths and physics and shape both hosts' interests.
- The podcast name 'Unstable Fluid' works as a pun capturing fluids, instability, and mental chaos.
Bouncing Droplets Research Story
- Kat describes her PhD on bouncing droplets: small drops bounce on a liquid surface due to air cushioning and surface tension.
- She studies complex pressure and velocity fields for a process that happens in less than a second.
Value Small PhD Contributions
- A PhD pushes a tiny dent in the sphere of human knowledge and builds on a large backlog of past work.
- Value incremental research because cumulative contributions enable major breakthroughs later.