Indranil Saha Dalal

Indranil Saha Dalal serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, specializing in Polymer Dynamics. His research integrates computational modeling with polymer physics to advance understanding of complex fluid behavior.

Education:

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2013)
• MS in Mathematics, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2013)
• ME in Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (2005)
• BE in Chemical Engineering, Jadavpur University, Kolkata (2003)

Dr. Dalal's research focuses on multiscale simulation approaches to understand polymer dynamics under various flow conditions. His work examines how macromolecules respond to shear forces, confinement effects, and hydrodynamic interactions. He develops computational models that bridge molecular-scale phenomena with macroscopic material properties, contributing to both fundamental polymer physics and practical engineering applications.

Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent research trajectory examining polymer chain behavior in flow fields. His work demonstrates expertise in identifying deformation regimes, tumbling dynamics, and relaxation mechanisms in polymer solutions. The publications span high-impact journals in chemical engineering and polymer science, indicating recognition within these research communities.

Professional Experience:

• Postdoctoral fellow, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2013-2014)
• Engineer, General Electric Water and Process Technologies, JFWTC Bangalore (2005-2007)

Dr. Dalal maintains an active research program at IIT Kanpur where he continues to advance computational approaches for understanding complex polymer systems and their applications in material science and process engineering.