Ajay Mahajan

Dr. Ajay Mahajan is a Professor of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Akron’s College of Engineering and Polymer Science, where he also serves as Associate Dean for Research and Industrial Engagement. Since joining UA in 2009, he has held leadership roles including Special Assistant to the President for Innovation and Associate Vice President for Innovation before returning to full-time faculty duties.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Tulane University (1994)
• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Tulane University (1992)
• B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Roorkee (1990)

Research Interests:

Dr. Mahajan’s research integrates intelligent systems, robotics, and biomedical engineering. His work spans the development of smart biomedical devices—such as 3D-printed cochlear models for ENT training and kidney-stone retrieval tools with force feedback—to autonomous robotic platforms for space applications. He also explores data analytics for healthcare decision-making and battery management systems for electric aircraft, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach that bridges mechanical design, control theory, and clinical translation.

Scientific Awards:

• 2008 Honorary Award in Intelligent Systems, Model Identification and Intelligent Systems Technical Committee (MIIS-TC), ASME
• First Prize, medical category, NASA’s 2007 Create the Future Design Contest for a neuro-navigation system for brain surgery

Grants & Collaborations:

While specific grant details are not enumerated, Dr. Mahajan’s extensive publication record and leadership roles indicate sustained funding and industrial partnerships, particularly in aerospace, healthcare, and energy storage sectors.

Laboratories & Teams:

Dr. Mahajan is affiliated with the 3D Printing Lab and contributes to interdisciplinary teams across mechanical and biomedical engineering, fostering innovation in medical simulation, robotics, and data-driven healthcare solutions.