Laura Miller

Professor, Mathematics

Professor, Biomedical Engineering

Member of the Graduate Faculty

Professor, Applied Mathematics - GIDP

Mathematics, 108

Laura Miller is a Professor of Mathematics and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Arizona. With nearly 30 years of experience in systems biomechanics, she employs experimental, computational, and theoretical methods to study organismal movement. Her research encompasses a variety of organisms, including insects, corals, and jellyfish. Notably, she has investigated the aerodynamics of insect flight, the fluid dynamics of jellyfish propulsion, and the flow patterns around corals. Her work has been recognized with the Burroughs Wellcome Career Award at the Scientific Interface and a National Science Foundation CAREER Award.

Beyond academia, Laura has been involved with horses since the age of 8, focusing on classical dressage, horse care, and equine facility management. She recently initiated an integrative research project on equine movement and respiration at the UA Al Marah Equine Center.

Research Interest

My research focuses on the application of applied mathematics, mathematical biology, and fluid dynamics to understand the biomechanics of various organisms. I employ experimental, computational, and theoretical methods to study how organisms move and interact with their environments. This includes investigating the aerodynamics of insect flight, the fluid dynamics of jellyfish propulsion, and the flow patterns around corals. Additionally, I have initiated integrative research on equine movement and respiration at the UA Al Marah Equine Center.

Offering Research Opportunities

Yes

Prerequisite Courses

None

Majors Considered

math, physics, engineering, biology

Types of Opportunities

Paid

Volunteer

For credit

Description of Opportunity

No description given