Research Associate
EME 1212
nadia.abdollahi@ubc.ca
Biography
I am a researcher with a background in aerospace engineering, specializing in aerostructures analysis, including fracture mechanics, structural stability, and composite materials simulation. My passion for materials science led me to pursue an MASc at UBC Okanagan under Dr. Milani and Dr. Arjmand, where I worked on developing and characterizing a novel nanocomposite material from recycled PET-G for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding applications. Through this work, I gained extensive hands-on experience in polymer science, from extrusion and rheology testing to morphology analysis and thermal characterization. I also collaborated on industry-driven projects, including evaluating the performance of dental burs and analyzing fiber alignment and sizing in surgical masks. As a research associate, I hope to contribute to materials development and sustainability initiatives at CRN, with a keen interest in integrating machine learning into materials science and design. When I’m not in the lab, I enjoy seeking out new experiences, whether it’s exploring hidden trails, experimenting with new recipes, or discovering unfamiliar places. There’s something exciting about stepping into the unknown and seeing where it leads.
Education
- MASc, Mechanical Engineering, UBC, Canada
- B.Sc., Aerospace Engineering, AUT, Iran
Research Interests
- Machine Learning
- Mechanics and fabrication of composites
- Multi-scale modeling and analysis of composite materials
- Finite Element Method