Welcome!

I’m Shivani Prabala, a third-year Ph.D. student in Applied & Interdisciplinary Mathematics at the University of Michigan, working with Dr. Silas Alben. My research focuses on using mathematical modeling and optimization techniques to enhance heat transfer. Recently, I’ve concentrated on 2D straight channel geometries, applying concepts from physics, mathematics, and optimization algorithms to better understand and optimize fluid behavior for efficient thermal management.

In addition to my core research, I have a budding interest in how ideas from heat transfer and fluid dynamics can be applied to environmental and climate studies, with the goal of tackling energy and sustainability challenges using advanced mathematical tools.