Wrik Mallik

Dr. Wrik Mallik is a Lecturer in Aerospace Engineering at the School of Engineering, University of Glasgow, joining in September 2022. His research focuses on computational modeling of fluid dynamics, fluid-structure interaction, and acoustics for sustainable applications in aeronautics, wind engineering, and marine sectors.

• Education: BTech in Civil Engineering from Jadavpur University, PhD in Aerospace Engineering from Virginia Tech, Postdoctoral Fellow at University of British Columbia
• Collaborations: Marine Directorate Scotland, National Manufacturing Institute of Scotland, University of Strathclyde, University of Salford, University of British Columbia, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

Key research areas include:

• Aeroacoustic modeling of bio-inspired fliers
• Transonic aeroelasticity of transport vehicles
• Energy harvesting from urban aerodynamics
• Underwater noise in offshore wind farms
• Data-driven additive manufacturing

Recent publications (2025-2017) span fluid-structure interaction, shape optimization, and sustainable energy systems. Grants include EPSRC ILN+ funding and international partnership awards.