Subjects

Theoretical Astrophysics and Plasma Physics

Research Interests

Astrophysical fluid dynamics, dynamo theory, magnetised plasma turbulence in astrophysical and space plasmas, magnetic reconnection; solar wind, interstellar medium, galaxy clusters; turbulence and transport in fusion plasmas.

Teaching

At Merton, I currently teach Mathematics for the 1st-year physicists, 
Statistical Physics for the 2nd years and part of the Fluid Dynamics and Chaos paper ("Section I") for the 3rd years. I am also Director of Studies for the 2nd-year students and the coordinator for Physics graduate admissions to the College.

Department Information

http://www-thphys.physics.ox.ac.uk/people/AlexanderSchekochihin/

Find out about the Ockham Lecture: the Merton College Physics Lecture held once per term.

Contact Information

Email: Dr Alex Schekochihin

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