Chandra Maurya | Ferrofluids Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.  Chandra Maurya | Ferrofluids Award | Best Researcher Award

Post-Doctoral Fellow, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, India

Dr. Chandra Maurya, a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, India, has been honored with the prestigious Ferrofluids Award for his groundbreaking research in the field. 🏆 His relentless pursuit of excellence and innovative contributions have earned him the title of Best Researcher. 🎉 Dr. Maurya’s work in ferrofluids has not only expanded the frontiers of scientific knowledge but also holds promise for diverse applications, from engineering to biomedical sciences. 🧪 His dedication to pushing the boundaries of understanding in his field is truly commendable, inspiring the next generation of researchers to strive for excellence.

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Work Experience

As an Institute Postdoctoral Fellow at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Dr. Chandra Maurya’s research spans diverse areas within mechanical engineering, particularly focusing on novel applications of magnetic fields. 🧲 His work delves into the intricate dynamics of blood flow regulation in coronary artery stenosis, employing advanced viscoelastic fluid models to explore the effects of magnetic fields. Additionally, he investigates innovative approaches to drug delivery using magnetic particles. 🩺 In another aspect of his research, Dr. Maurya conducts transient analysis of temperature and soot particle growth in non-premixed methane diffusion flames, shedding light on combustion processes essential for various industrial applications. 🌟

Education

Dr. Chandra Maurya is a highly accomplished researcher with a strong academic background in mechanical engineering. 🎓 He obtained his Ph.D. from IIT Patna, Bihar, where his thesis focused on the study of Magneto-Induced Rheological and Viscoelastic Properties of Highly Stable Water-Based Magnetorheological Fluids. Under the guidance of Dr. Chiranjit Sarkar and Dr. Sandip Khan, he made significant contributions to this field. Prior to his Ph.D., he completed his M.Tech. in CAD/CAM from NIT Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, and his B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. 🌟

Research Experience

During his Master’s research from 2016 to 2018, Dr. Chandra Maurya delved into the intricate realm of Fracture Mechanics, particularly focusing on the modeling of crack propagation. 🛠️ Employing MATLAB and Microsoft Office tools, he explored the critical aspect of crack growth in functionally graded materials, utilizing the Extended Finite Element Method (XFEM). His work involved modeling thermoelastic loading, specifically thermal stress, in homogeneous materials. Through rigorous analysis, he investigated the influence of strong and weak discontinuities on isothermal cracks, contributing valuable insights to the understanding of fracture mechanics in complex material systems. 🌟

Publications Top Notes

Characterization of highly stable water-based magnetorheological gel using OPTIGEL-WX as an additive: The study of magneto-induced rheological and viscoelastic properties

Year: 2022

Citation: Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, Volume 110, Pages 137–149

Dynamic and creep and recovery performance of Fe3O4 nanoparticle and carbonyl iron microparticle water-based magnetorheological fluid

Year: 2022

Citation: Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, Volume 33(6), Pages 743–755

Rheological and creep and recovery behavior of carbonyl iron water-based magnetorheological gel using laponite as an additive and oleic acid as a surfactant

Year: 2022

Citation: Rheologica Acta, Volume 61(2), Pages 99–110

Field-Induced Viscoelastic and Creep and Recovery Behavior of Water-Based MR Fluids Using Bentonite and Oleic Acid as an Additive

Year: 2022

Citation: Materials Science Forum, Volume 1060 MSF, Pages 141–146

Synthesis and characterization of novel flake-shaped carbonyl iron and water-based magnetorheological fluids using laponite and oleic acid with enhanced sedimentation stability

Year: 2021

Citation: Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, Volume 32(14), Pages 1624–1639

Rheological response of soft flake-shaped carbonyl iron water-based MR fluid containing iron nanopowder with hydrophilic carbon shell

Year: 2021

Citation: Rheologica Acta, Volume 60(5), Pages 277–290

Effect of FeO Nanoparticles on Magnetorheological Properties of Flake-Shaped Carbonyl Iron Water-Based Suspension

Year: 2020

Citation: IEEE Transactions on Magnetics, Volume 56(12), Article Number: 9224933

Magnetic and Transient Temperature Field Simulation of Plate-Plate Magnetorheometer Using Finite-Element Method

Year: 2020

Citation: IEEE Transactions on Magnetics, Volume 56(4), Article Number: 8961179

 

 

 

 

 

Mudra Jadav | Magnetic Nanofluids | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Mudra Jadav: Magnetic Nanofluids: Best Researcher Award

👩‍🏫 Driven by a passion for Physics, Assist Prof Dr. Mudra Jadav is currently an Assistant Professor at Parul Institute of Engineering and Technology. Completing her Ph.D. on “Dielectric Properties of Magnetic Fluid in Radio-Microwave Region” at Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University, she delves into nanomaterials and material science. With a wealth of experience, including a post-doctoral fellowship at CHARUSAT and teaching roles, she’s adept in material characterization techniques and programming languages. Notable achievements include prestigious awards, international conference presentations, and expertise in magnetic nanoparticles. Her commitment to education is evident in teaching physics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. 🌌🔬👩‍🏫

👩‍🏫 Current Occupation:

Assistant Professor in Physics at Parul Institute of Engineering and Technology, Vadodara, Gujarat, India, since July 2023.

🎓 Ph.D. Details:

Completed Ph.D. in Physics from Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University in 2020. Thesis focused on the “Dielectric Properties of Magnetic Fluid in Radio-Microwave Region.”

🌐 Work Experience:

Post-doctoral Fellow at Dr. K. C. Research & Development Centre, CHARUSAT, Anand, Gujarat (Sep 2020 – June 2023). JRF/SRF (DST Inspire) and Visiting Lecturer at M. K. Bhavnagar University (Dec 2014 – Nov 2019). Teaching Assistant at Sir P. P. Institute of Science, M. K. Bhavnagar University (June 2013 – May 2014).

🏆 Awards and Achievements:

International travel support (ITS) from Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), DST, New Delhi, in 2023 and 2019. DST Inspire Fellowship Award (2014-2019). Lt. Shri Dr. Rohit Bhatt Gold Medal for securing the highest marks and first rank in M.Sc. (Physics), 2013.

🔬 Skills and Expertise:

Magnetic nanoparticle preparation and magnetic fluid synthesis. Material characterization using various analytical instruments. Proficient in programming languages (C, C++), scientific libraries, plotting packages, image analysis software, and simulation packages.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience:

Conducted post-graduate and undergraduate level courses in Physics, specializing in Mathematical Methods, Condensed Matter Physics, Electrodynamics, Classical Mechanics, and Physics of Nanomaterials.

🌍 International Conference Presentations:

Presented research at the International Conference on Magnetic Fluids (ICMF-2023) at the University of Granada, Spain.

📚 Workshops/Training Programs Attended:

Hands-on Training Program on Analytical Instrumentation for Applied Sciences (2022). National Workshop on Advanced Instrumentation (2017). Summer School on Magnetism (2016). IUCAA Workshop on Electromagnetic Scattering (2016). Workshop on Materials Characterization (2015).

Professional Profiles:

The impact of her research is evident in citation metrics and indices from Google Scholar:

  • Cited by: All – 31.
  • Citations – 30.
  • h-index – 3.
  • Documents – 8.

A prolific researcher making meaningful contributions to the academic world!

🧲 Research Focus:

Dr. Mudra Jadav is a distinguished researcher specializing in the captivating realm of magnetic nanofluids. With a prolific publication record, Dr. Mudra Jadav has significantly contributed to the understanding of magnetic fluid dynamics. Their work spans diverse topics, including the influence of magnetic fields on evaporation, particle size-controlled magnetic loss in magnetite nanoparticles, and the tunable magneto-dielectric properties of magnetic fluids at radio-microwave frequencies. 👩‍🔬 Dr. Mudra Jadav has delved into the intricate aspects of colloidal self-assembly, investigating the effects of aggregation on the magnetic permeability of these fluids at microwave and radio frequencies. The exploration of drying mechanisms in evaporating nanofluid drops and the viscous response of ferrofluids to external magnetic fields showcases Dr. Mudra Jadav multidimensional expertise.

 

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