Zakaria Mahmud

Zakaria Mahmud is an Associate Professor at Lake Superior State University (LSSU), affiliated with the School of Engineering & Technology within the College of Business, Engineering, Computer Science, & Mathematics. His academic journey includes a B.S. from the Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (1996), an M.S. from The Royal Institute of Technology (1998), and a Ph.D. from The University of Alabama (2003).

His research interests span aerosol dynamics, fluid mechanics, plasma technology, supersonic aerodynamics, and aquaculture. Key areas include particle imaging techniques, computational fluid dynamics, and experimental investigations of flow control systems. He has contributed to studies on microfluidic systems, plasma actuators, and fish breeding processes in aquatic environments.

Publications highlight trends in aerosol behavior in micro-scale systems, plasma actuator performance under varying pressures, and supersonic jet interactions in aerospace applications. His work also bridges engineering and biology, such as induced breeding techniques in comet goldfish. While no specific awards are listed, his research demonstrates interdisciplinary innovation across mechanical engineering and environmental science.

Zakaria Mahmud’s advising and grant activities are not explicitly detailed in the provided texts, but his research portfolio suggests active engagement in experimental and computational methodologies. His office is located in CAS 202 D on the LSSU campus.