Welcome!

Our research is focused on the numerical modelling and simulation of turbulent reacting and nonreacting flows. In addition to studying fundamental physics of turbulence and combustion, we are also interested in developing computationally efficient models which can be used to accelerate the predictive design of net-zero energy systems. Of particular interest is the use of alternative fuels such as carbon-free and sustainable aviation fuels for energy generation and propulsion applications.
We are currently looking for highly motivated MScE and PhD students to join our lab!

PI: Matthew Yao

Assisstant Professor
Mechanical Engineering

News

April 22, 2026
We are grateful to receive support from the ResearchNB Student Support Fund for the project “High-fidelity simulations of NOx formation in turbulent ammonia flames.”

April 15, 2026
We are grateful to receive support from the NSERC Discovery Grants Program for the project “Development of computational models for simulation of low-emissions gas turbines.”

April 10, 2026
We are grateful to receive support from the Harrison McCain Foundation Young Scholars Program for the project “Data-driven analysis and modelling of turbulent hydrogen flames.”

April 2, 2026
We are grateful to receive support from the UNB University Research Fund for the project “Effect of combustor geometry on NOx formation in cracked ammonia flames.”

December 12, 2025
We are grateful to receive support from the ResearchNB Academic Startup Fund for the project “Towards full-scale Large Eddy Simulation of low-emissions gas turbines.”

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