Dr. Matteo Icardi
Associate Professor of Applied Mathematics
School of Mathematical Sciences, University of Nottingham
I am a mathematician and engineer working at the intersection of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), multiscale modeling, and uncertainty quantification. My research focuses on resolving complex physical phenomena across scales, particularly in energy and environmental applications.
Professional Profiles & Links
Background
My academic journey has spanned across Europe and the US, blending engineering rigor with mathematical abstraction. Before joining the University of Nottingham in 2017, I was the Warwick Zeeman Lecturer at the University of Warwick. I also held postdoctoral fellowships at UT Austin (ICES), KAUST, and Politecnico di Torino, where I completed my PhD in Chemical Engineering and degrees in Mathematical Engineering.
Research Expertise
My work involves developing advanced mathematical and computational tools to bridge the gap between microscopic physics and macroscopic engineering performance:
- Multiscale Modeling & Coarse-Graining: Deriving macroscopic equations for complex systems.
- Porous Media Dynamics: Subsurface flow, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), and contaminant transport.
- Uncertainty Quantification (UQ): Deploying Multilevel Monte Carlo (MLMC) for robust engineering predictions.
- Scientific Machine Learning (SciML): Using Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) for inverse transport problems.
MultiForm Research Group
I direct the MultiForm (Multiscale Fluid Dynamics and Porous Media) research group at Nottingham. We are dedicated to the digitalization of the energy transition, focusing on heterogeneous media and computational engineering.
I am also the PI of the MATHPEAT research network, focused on the mathematical modeling of soft porous materials and peatlands.
Software Ecosystem
Most of our developed code is open-source and built upon the OpenFOAM C++ library. Key repositories include OpenQBMM, mrmtFOAM, and SECUReFOAM. Explore our repositories on GitHub.
Contact
For formal inquiries, office hours, or prospective student information, please refer to my official University profile.
Email: matteo.icardi@nottingham.ac.uk
Address: School of Mathematical Sciences, University of Nottingham, UK.