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Naveen Tiwari is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. His research focuses on transport phenomena, instabilities in micro-scale free surface flows, flow through porous media, and numerical modeling and simulation. He maintains active research collaborations and has published extensively in leading fluid dynamics journals. His research interests encompass Transport Phenomena , Instabilities in micro-scale free surface flows , Flow through porous media , and Numerical modeling and simulation . His work primarily investigates thin liquid film dynamics, interfacial phenomena, and stability analysis of coating flows over heterogeneous surfaces. His research has significant applications in coating technologies, microfluidics, and thermal management systems. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on Thin film stability analysis over heated surfaces Effects of substrate topography on liquid film behavior Nonlinear dynamics of volatile liquid films Dip-coating processes on patterned surfaces His work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical engineering applications. His notable scientific achievements include: Young Scientist Research Award from the Department of Atomic Energy (2014) Membership in the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi (2007-2008) Invitation to present at the International Union of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics symposium in Bangalore (2014) Prof. Tiwari received his PhD from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (2003-2008) with a thesis on 'Dynamics and Stability of Non-Inertial Coating Flows over Heterogeneous Surfaces' under Prof. Jeffrey M. Davis. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Research Engineer at Saint-Gobain, MA (USA) from 2008-2012, where he worked on Diesel Particulate Filter regeneration modeling, methane ignition modeling, sapphire crystal growth, and solid-oxide fuel cells.

• Transport Phenomena
• Instabilities in micro-scale free surface flows
• Flow through porous media
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Aditya Saurabh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. His research focuses on thermoacoustic instability, combustion dynamics, and diagnostics of reacting flows. Dr. Saurabh completed his PhD in 2017 from the Chair of Fluid Dynamics at Technical University Berlin, following a dual degree (BTech + MTech) in Aerospace Engineering from IIT Madras in 2010. He also conducted postdoctoral research at TU Berlin from 2017-2018. His research interests include dynamics of gas turbine combustors, flame dynamics, atomization of liquid fuels, alternative and biofuels in gas turbine engines, and suppression of noise and instabilities in combustors. His work employs advanced diagnostic techniques such as LDA, Hotwire anemometry, PIV, OH PLIF, Chemiluminescence, and microphones for unsteady pressure measurement. Dr. Saurabh's publications demonstrate a strong focus on understanding and controlling combustion instabilities through both experimental and numerical approaches, with applications to gas turbine technology. His work spans fundamental combustion science, nonlinear dynamics, and practical engineering solutions for cleaner and more stable combustion systems. DST-INSPIRE faculty (2018) Best Poster, Dynamic Days XXXVI (2016) TU Anschubfinanzierung (TU Berlin seed funding for research projects) (2015) IGTI Student Scholar (2012) Boeing Student Travel Grant (2010) Dr. Saurabh is actively involved in mentoring students and currently accepts Masters and PhD students for research on liquid fuel atomization, thermoacoustic instability, and combustion. He has established research collaborations with institutions including TU Berlin, IIT Ropar, IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur, University of Cincinnati, and Tokyo University of Science. He teaches courses including ME 341 (Heat transfer lab) and ME 401 (Energy Systems II).

• Thermoacoustic instability
• Dynamics of gas turbine combustors
• Flame dynamics
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Dr. Abhijit Kushari is Professor and Head of the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. He holds a PhD from Georgia Institute of Technology and has been a faculty member since 2001, with prior experience as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Georgia Tech. His administrative roles include serving as Associate Dean of International Relations (2015-2017). Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (2000) MS in Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (1995) B.Tech. (Honours) in Aerospace Engineering, IIT Kharagpur (1994) Research Interests: Dr. Kushari's research spans propulsion (rockets, gas turbines), combustion dynamics, liquid atomization, turbo-machinery flows, aeroacoustics, and fire suppression. His work integrates experimental and computational approaches to solve challenges in fluid-structure interaction and flow control, with applications in aerospace and energy systems. Publication Trends: His recent articles focus on jet acoustics, combustion efficiency, fluidic thrust vectoring, and compressor aerodynamics. Common themes include experimental validation of novel nozzle designs, biofuel combustion, and unsteady flow control, reflecting a strong emphasis on sustainable propulsion and aerodynamic optimization. Awards and Honours: Consulting Fellow, World Innovation Foundation Batch of 1970 Research Fellow, IIT Kanpur (2009-2012) Editorial Board roles: Scientific Reports (Nature), Journal of Rotating Machinery , Frontiers in Interdisciplinary Physics Propulsion Panel Member, Aeronautical R&D Board, DRDO Advising and Grants: He has supervised 8 PhD and 60 M.Tech. students in aerospace/mechanical engineering. Secured over ₹20 Crore in funding from DRDO, ISRO, DST, Pratt & Whitney, and others. Key projects include gas turbine combustor design, thrust vectoring systems, fire dynamics, and detonation modeling for defense applications. Laboratories and Teams: Leads advanced propulsion and combustion labs at IIT Kanpur, featuring facilities for spray characterization, thrust measurement, cascade testing, and fire suppression studies. Collaborates with international research teams and industry partners like GE Aviation.

• Rocket and Gas Turbine Propulsion
• Combustion
• Liquid Atomization
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Tarun Kanti Ghosh is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, specializing in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics. His academic qualifications include a PhD from the Institute of Mathematical Sciences (Chennai), M.Sc. from Visva-Bharati University, and B.Sc. from the University of Burdwan (1993). His research explores quantum phenomena in low-dimensional systems, including: Electronic properties of atomically thin materials like graphene Transport mechanisms in magnetic waveguides Ultracold atomic superfluids and BEC-BCS crossover physics Vortex dynamics in quantum fluids He mentors several students including PhD candidates Tutul Biswas, Alestin Mawrie, and Boudhayan Paul. His honors include: Humboldt Fellowship (2007) JSPS Fellowship (2004-2006)

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Atomically Thin Materials
• Low-dimensional Fermion Systems
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Dr. Chaitanya Kumar Rao serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. His research focuses at the intersection of fluid dynamics, combustion science, and laser physics, with particular emphasis on droplet and bubble phenomena. His research interests include liquid atomization, evaporation and combustion, laser-fluid interaction, evaporation and combustion of fuel droplets, laser-induced evaporation and atomization of droplets, pulse laser-induced atomization of droplets, and femtosecond laser-induced bubble dynamics . His work bridges fundamental fluid mechanics with practical applications in propulsion and energy systems. Dr. Rao's recent publications demonstrate a consistent research trajectory in laser-induced droplet and bubble dynamics, with a focus on femtosecond laser applications. His work spans experimental fluid dynamics, combustion science, and laser-matter interactions, contributing significantly to the understanding of multiphase flow phenomena under extreme conditions. His professional journey includes postdoctoral positions at the Department of Physics, University of Gothenburg, Sweden (March 2021-July 2022) and the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science Bangalore, India (August 2018-March 2021). Dr. Rao's educational background includes a PhD in Aerospace Engineering from IIT Kharagpur (2018), an ME in Rocket Propulsion from BIT Mesra (2014), and a BTech in Aeronautical Engineering from the Institute of Aeronautical Engineering (2012).

• Liquid atomization
• Evaporation and combustion
• Laser-fluid interaction
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Thiruvancheril G. Gopakumar is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) . He specializes in molecular functional materials , surface science , and scanning probe microscopy , focusing on the structure and electronic properties of molecules at metal and semiconductor interfaces. Education: PhD (2006), Technical University of Chemnitz, Germany MSc (2001), Mahatma Gandhi University Research Interests: His research group investigates functional molecules—such as switches, diodes, and wires—on surfaces using scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) at the solid–liquid interface under ambient conditions. Key themes include: Self-assembly of molecules like trimesic acid and azobenzene derivatives Electron- and photo-induced switching in single molecules Symmetry breaking and conformational changes upon adsorption Tunneling spectroscopy to probe molecular electronic structure Publication Trends: Across more than a decade, his work has consistently appeared in top-tier journals such as J. Am. Chem. Soc. , Angew. Chem. Int. Ed. , and J. Phys. Chem. Lett. The publications reveal a steady progression from fundamental adsorption studies of phthalocyanines on graphite to sophisticated demonstrations of reversible molecular switching, solvent-controlled polymorphism, and spin-crossover phenomena, all underpinned by high-resolution STM and spectroscopic analysis. Teaching & Training: He teaches courses on surface science , solid-state and condensed matter physics , near-field microscopy , and vacuum techniques , and has mentored numerous postgraduate and doctoral researchers (names not listed in the provided text). Laboratory & Facilities: He directs a laboratory equipped with ambient-condition STM systems tailored for solid–liquid interface studies, supported by IIT Kanpur’s central facilities including the Advanced Centre for Material Science (ACMS) and the Advanced Imaging Centre.

• Molecular Functional Materials
• Surface Science
• Scanning Tunneling Microscopy
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Dr. Jayant K. Singh is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), specializing in molecular simulation, material modeling, and thermodynamics with particular emphasis on adsorption and separation processes. Education: PhD, Chemical and Biological Engineering, SUNY at Buffalo, 2004 M.S., Computer Science and Engineering, SUNY at Buffalo, 2002 B.Tech, Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, 1997 Dr. Singh's research spans multiple areas within molecular simulation and thermodynamics. His work on nanoconfined fluids has provided significant insights into phase transitions at the nanoscale. He has made notable contributions to understanding vapor-liquid critical properties in confined spaces, ice adhesion on various surfaces, and surface tension phenomena in confined systems. His research has practical applications in energy storage, heavy metal removal, and CO2 separation technologies. Dr. Singh has developed novel approaches for anti-ice surface design and multi-scale modeling of micro/nano devices. His publications reveal a consistent focus on the behavior of fluids under confinement, with a progression from fundamental studies of simple fluids to more complex systems like alkanes and square-well fluids. A significant portion of his work examines the crossover from 3D to 2D behavior in confined systems, which has important implications for nanotechnology applications. Scientific Awards: Department of Atomic Energy BRNS Young Scientist Award, 2006 DST BOYSCAST Fellowship, 2009 Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) Young Engineer Award, 2009 Amar Dye Chem Award of IIChE, 2010 Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship, 2012 Dr. Singh has been actively involved in research and development, with technology developed including preparation of activated carbon fibers/carbon nanofibers dispersed PVA nanocomposite material for lithium ion electrolyte battery separator (US patent filed in 2012) and Generic Monte Carlo software for molecular systems. His work has practical applications in energy storage and environmental technologies. His laboratory facilities are located at NL II 202 at IIT Kanpur, where his research group conducts advanced molecular simulations and experimental work related to material science and thermodynamics.

• Material modeling and simulation
• Adsorption and separation
• Force-field generation
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Abdul Ajees Abdul Salam is an Associate Professor in the Department of Atomic and Molecular Physics at the Manipal Institute of Applied Physics (MIAP), Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). He has held this position since April 2014, following his role as Assistant Professor-Senior Scale at the Centre for Atomic and Molecular Physics from January 2012 to March 2014. His educational background includes: B. Sc. in Physics from Bharathidasan University, India (1994) M. Sc. in Physics from Bharathidasan University, India (1996) M. Phil. in Crystallography & Biophysics from University of Madras, India (1999) Ph. D. in Crystallography & Biophysics from University of Madras, India (2003) M-FIILIPE FAIMER Fellow in Interprofessional Education (2016) Dr. Abdul Salam's research spans multiple interdisciplinary areas at the intersection of physics, chemistry, biology, and environmental science. His work focuses on structural biology, molecular interactions, and environmental remediation. He employs advanced techniques including X-ray crystallography, molecular docking, molecular dynamics simulations, and laser-induced crystallization to investigate protein structures, drug design, and environmental contaminants. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on antiviral and antibacterial drug development, material science for liquid crystals, and natural fiber composites. His scientific contributions have been recognized with several awards including the Best Presenter Award at ICCMEH 2015, multiple MAHE Innovation Awards (2016, 2020), and Best Poster Award from MAHE-FAIMER in 2017. Dr. Abdul Salam serves as a mentor for MAHE-FAIMER fellowship candidates and has extensive experience as a reviewer for numerous scientific journals including Current Medicinal Chemistry, Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, and Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Applications. He has also contributed significantly to scientific databases with 50 new mutations of influenza A virus submitted to GenBank, seven protein structures to the Protein Data Bank, and 27 new structures to the Cambridge Structural Database.

• Structural Biology
• Molecular Docking
• Molecular Dynamics
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Dr. Adhip Agarwala is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. His research focuses on condensed matter physics, particularly topological phases of matter and strongly interacting quantum systems. He has established himself as a significant contributor to the theoretical understanding of exotic quantum states in various materials and systems. PhD in Physics, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (2018) M.Sc. in Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (2012) B.Sc. (H) in Physics, Hindu College, Delhi University (2010) Dr. Agarwala's research spans multiple cutting-edge areas including topological insulators in amorphous systems, higher-order topological states, quantum phase transitions in frustrated magnets, and the behavior of Majorana fermions. His work often bridges theoretical concepts with potential experimental realizations, particularly in novel quantum materials where topology, disorder, and interactions play crucial roles. His publication record demonstrates expertise across quantum condensed matter physics, with numerous papers in prestigious journals including Physical Review Letters, Nature Physics, and Nature Nanotechnology. His research shows a consistent focus on the interplay between topology, disorder, and interactions, revealing new quantum phenomena in unconventional materials systems.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Topological phases of matter
• Strongly interacting systems
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Vishal Agarwal is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur). His research focuses on developing molecular-level understanding of complex systems in catalysis, biomass conversion, and nucleation processes. Dr. Agarwal received his PhD from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2012, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of California Santa Barbara from 2012-2016. He also holds an M.Tech from IIT Bombay (2006) and a B.Tech from Panjab University (2003). His research interests span Catalysis, Biofuels, Nucleation, Gas-Surface and Liquid-Surface Interactions, Molecular Simulation, Ab initio Molecular Dynamics, Density Functional Theory, Rare-Event Simulations, and Reaction Rate Theory. Dr. Agarwal's work primarily employs computational methods to investigate atomic-level processes that govern molecular transformations in various chemical systems. Analysis of his publication record shows a strong focus on computational chemistry applied to catalysis and materials science, particularly in the areas of zeolite chemistry, cellulose pyrolysis, and oxygen vacancy formation in metal oxides. His work bridges theoretical computational methods with practical applications in energy and materials. Research on cellulose decomposition highlighted in BioBased Digest and North American Clean Energy RG Madhudhane M. Tech. Best Masters Research Thesis Award, IITB, 2006 1st Prize in Technical Paper Presentation, Eureka-2002, PU, 2002 Dr. Agarwal has mentored several graduate students and has been involved in significant research projects related to computational chemistry and materials design. His laboratory at IIT Kanpur focuses on developing and applying advanced computational methods to understand complex chemical processes at the molecular level. The research group maintains active collaborations with institutions worldwide and has made notable contributions to the understanding of catalytic processes, biomass conversion mechanisms, and nucleation phenomena.

• Catalysis
• Biofuels
• Nucleation
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