Mechanical Engineer Professor Dr. Ian Frigaard has been awarded the 2011 CAIMS/MITACS Industrial Mathematics Prize. This award recognizes exceptional research, conducted 
primarily in Canada, in any branch of industrial mathematics.
Dr. Frigaard is being recognized for his distinguished contributions to the theory of the dynamics of non-Newtonian fluids, and for the industrial application of that theory in the context of the mathematical modeling of oil well construction. As described in the prize citation, “Dr. Friagaards research is not only inspired by industrial problems but it also contributes to help the industry progress and is frequently conducted in collaboration with industrial partners”.
You may view the entire citation here.
Congratulations Dr. Frigaard