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Welcome to Steen Group

Dynamics and Stability of Capillary Surfaces

Capillary surfaces are gas/liquid interfaces whose shape is primarily determined by surface tension. Dramatic change often arises from instability! To put instability to purpose is our mission. We do so by predicting, modifying and exploiting instability and the ensuing dynamics.

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* Courtesy of A. Davidhazy.


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Paul Steen

  • phs7@cornell.edu
  • Phone: (607) 255-4749
  • Fax: (607) 255-9166
  • Address: 346 Olin Hall