Ms. Gomathi N | Nanocomposites Awards | Best Researcher Award

Ms Gomathi N , VIT CHENNAI , India

N. Gomathi is a dedicated research scholar in the School of Advanced Sciences at Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai, specializing in Mathematics. With a strong academic background, she holds a Master of Science degree in Mathematics, graduating with a Gold Medal and top university honors from Avinashilingam Institute of Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore. Her research focuses on the development of penta-hybrid nanofluids for enhanced heat and mass transfer applications, with interdisciplinary relevance in healthcare, environmental protection, and engineering. Gomathi is recognized for her contributions to the field, with several publications in reputed international journals indexed in SCOPUS and SCI. She is proficient in computational tools such as R-lab, Latex, and Matlab, and has been actively involved in workshops and conferences on computational fluid dynamics.

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Suitability for Best Researcher Award:

N. Gomathi, a Research Scholar in the School of Advanced Sciences at Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Chennai, is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her research is focused on the development of penta-hybrid nanofluids with applications in healthcare, environmental protection, and various engineering fields. This research is not only innovative but also interdisciplinary, reflecting her ability to address complex problems that have far-reaching impacts.

🎓Education:

N. Gomathi is currently pursuing her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mathematics at Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai. She holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Mathematics from Avinashilingam Institute of Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore, where she graduated with a CGPA of 9.31 in 2021, earning a Gold Medal for her outstanding academic performance. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Mathematics from the same institution in 2019, achieving a CGPA of 9.25 and securing a university rank. Gomathi’s earlier education includes her Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) from Veveaham Girls Higher Secondary School, Dharapuram, Tiruppur, with a CGPA of 8.93 in 2016, and her Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) from Mariammal Girls Higher Secondary School, Pollachi, Coimbatore, with a CGPA of 9.82 in 2014, where she was a school rank holder.

🏢Work Experience:

N. Gomathi is a Research Scholar in the School of Advanced Sciences at Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai. Her research focuses on the development of penta-hybrid nanofluids, with an emphasis on computational fluid dynamics and electro-hydrodynamic flow in porous media.

🏆Awards:

N. Gomathi has been recognized for her academic excellence and contributions to the field of mathematics with several accolades. She was a Gold Medalist in her M.Sc. Mathematics program and a University Rank Holder during her B.Sc. Mathematics studies. She also received the prestigious Raman Research Award at VIT for her published journals indexed in SCOPUS. Additionally, she was a School Rank Holder in her SSLC exams. Her achievements extend beyond academics, as she secured 2nd Prize in a Mathematics quiz competition and was invited as a Resource Person at Vellalar College for Women in Erode.

Publication Top Notes:

Effect of chemical reaction on mixed convective nanofluid flow on a vertical plate with uniform heat and mass fluxes

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Impact of Dual Solutions on Nanofluid Containing Motile Gyrotactic Micro-organisms with Thermal Radiation

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Soret-Dufour Effects on Unsteady Flow of Convective Eyring-Powell Magneto Nanofluids over a Semi-Infinite Vertical Plate

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Effect of thermophoresis and brownian motion on magnetohydrodynamic convective-radiative heat and mass transfer of a nanofluid over a nonlinear stretching sheet

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MHD three-dimensional nanofluid flow on a vertical stretching surface with heat generation/absorption and thermal radiation

Prof. Dr. Armand Sylvain Ludovic Wouatong , université de Dschang , Cameroon

Wouatong Armand Sylvain Ludovic, born on November 29, 1958, in Bangangté, Cameroon, is a distinguished professor of geology at the University of Dschang. He holds a Ph.D. in Alteration Geology from Hiroshima University and has an extensive academic background from the University of Yaoundé I. Professor Wouatong’s career includes significant roles as a lecturer, researcher, and consultant, focusing on geo-materials, rock alteration, and environmental impacts. He is also the head of the Soil and Environmental Chemistry Research Unit at the University of Dschang. His research contributions and collaborations with national and international institutions have led to advancements in local material utilization and environmental sustainability.

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Summary of Suitability for the “Excellence in Research” Award:

Professor Wouatong’s prolific academic career, extensive research contributions, and leadership in geology make him a standout candidate for the “Excellence in Research” award. His work not only advances scientific knowledge but also has practical applications that benefit local communities and industries. His collaborations and active participation in scientific societies further emphasize his dedication to advancing the field of geology.

🎓Education:

Wouatong Armand Sylvain Ludovic pursued his higher education at the University of Yaoundé I, where he earned a Licentiate in Earth Sciences, a Master’s degree, and a DEA (Diploma of Advanced Studies) in Earth Sciences. He further advanced his academic qualifications by obtaining a Ph.D. in Alteration Geology from Hiroshima University, Japan.

🏢Work Experience:

Professor Wouatong has had a distinguished career in academia and research. He started as a contractual administrator at the Ministry of Scientific Research from 1985 to 1990, followed by a position as a monitor at the Faculty of Sciences, University of Yaoundé I. He then joined the University of Dschang as an assistant professor in 1997. Over the years, he rose through the ranks to become a senior lecturer, associate professor, and, eventually, a full professor in 2019. He has also served as a part-time geology lecturer in various departments at the University of Dschang, University of Bamenda, and Université des Montagnes Bangangté.

In addition to his teaching roles, Professor Wouatong is the head of the Soil and Environmental Chemistry Research Unit at the University of Dschang. His expertise includes geologic materials, rock alteration, and environmental impact assessment.

Awards and Recognition:

Throughout his career, Professor Wouatong has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to geology and environmental science. He has received awards for his academic excellence and research contributions, particularly in the fields of geo-materials and environmental sustainability. His work has significantly advanced the utilization of local materials and sustainable practices in Cameroon and beyond.

Publication Top Notes:

Mineralogical and physico-chemical characterization of alluvial clays from Bamendou-Balessing (West Cameroon): Suitability for ceramics

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Petrography and geochemistry of the Sanaga river sediments, central Cameroon: Constraints on weathering, provenance, and tectonic setting

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Geomechanical characterization of lateritic hardpans from Bamendjou (West-Cameroon)
Petrology and geochemistry of the Batchingou anorthositic suite rocks (Bana volcano-plutonic complex, Cameroon Volcanic Line): Inference on their origin and relation with host granites
Lineaments analysis of Bafoussam (West-Cameroon) using remote sensing and vertical electrical sounding: Hydrogeological implication

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