Prashant Singh

Prashant Singh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mississippi State University, where he also serves as the Assistant Director of the Industrial Assessment Center. His research is centered on advanced thermal systems, particularly in heat transfer enhancement, electronics cooling, and gas turbine internal cooling technologies. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech, an M.S. from Arizona State University, and a B.Tech. from the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, India.

Research Interests: His work spans Heat Transfer Enhancement, Porous Media Flows, Advanced Electronics Cooling, Thermal Interface Materials, and Thermal Energy Conversion and Storage. He employs both experimental and numerical methods to investigate thermal performance in rotating and stationary environments, with a focus on turbomachinery and compact cooling systems.

The recent publications reflect a strong trend in jet impingement cooling, serpentine cooling channels, metal foams, and rotational heat transfer effects. These studies are critical for improving efficiency and reliability in gas turbines and high-power electronics. The keywords across these works include Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Fluid Dynamics, and Materials Science, with subfields such as Coriolis force mitigation, micro-roughness, and transient thermography.

Scientific Awards:

• Warren M. Rohsenow Award 2017 (ASME IMECE)
• YETEP Award 2018 and 2017 (ASME IGTI)
• IGTI Travel Award 2016
• New Horizon Fellowship (2015–16)
• Darryl E. Metzger Memorial Fellowship (2013–14)
• Outstanding Reviewer, International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer

Advising and Grants: While specific student names are not listed, his graduate research assistant roles and current faculty position indicate active mentorship of graduate students. He has secured recognition through competitive fellowships and awards, suggesting strong grant-writing ability and research impact. His collaborations with Dr. S.V. Ekkad and others indicate team-based research in high-pressure thermal environments.

Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with the Industrial Assessment Center and conducts experimental thermal research involving transient liquid crystal thermography, jet impingement rigs, and rotating heat transfer facilities. His work often involves interdisciplinary teams focused on energy systems, advanced manufacturing, and sustainable thermal management.