K. Siddiqui

K. Siddiqui is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering at Western University. His research focuses on the intersection of thermal sciences and fluid mechanics, particularly interfacial fluid dynamics and heat transfer in engineering and environmental applications. He leads a state-of-the-art lab equipped with Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV), Laser Induced Fluorescence (LIF), High Speed Imaging, and Infrared Thermal Imaging systems.

• Ph.D., University of Toronto
• B.Eng., N.E.D. University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan

Research interests include:

• Interfacial Fluid Dynamics
• Heat Transfer in Renewable Energy Systems
• Turbulent Flow Analysis
• Mixed Convection in Thermal Systems
• Wind Energy and Environmental Aerodynamics
• Phase Change Materials (PCM) for Energy Storage

Recent publications span topics such as aerodynamics of micro-corrugated wings, turbulent boundary layers, and geothermal energy utilization. Articles highlight applications in wind turbines, solar collectors, and multiphase flow systems.

• Scientific Awards:
• Fellow, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
• Fellow, Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering (CSME)
• CFI Leaders Opportunity Fund Award
• Petro-Canada Young Innovators Award
• NSERC Post-Doctoral Fellowship
• Ontario Graduate Scholarship
• University of Toronto Fellowship