Ankush Jageshwar Hedau, Post-Doctoral Fellow (2025 - )

I am working as National Post-Doctoral Fellow (ANRF-NPDF) at IIT Hyderabad, developing PCM-based wearable cooling vests with multi-physics CFD simulations, bio-mimetic experimental testing, and thermoregulation modeling to prevent heatstroke in extreme Indian summer conditions (40-55°C, 40-90% RH).  My research interest on Heat Transfer Enhancement of solar collector, Phase Change Materials (PCM) integration for sustainable applications, Building sustainability, Gas Turbine Cooling, Passive strategies and bio-mimetic solutions for thermal comfort and CFD. 

Hobbies: I am passionate about exploring diverse geographical regions and understanding different cultures

Eshwaraiah Ravula, Ph.D. (2024 - )

I am a research scholar at IIT Hyderabad, working under the supervision of Dr. Sachidananda Behera and Dr. Ankush Kumar Jaiswal. My research focuses on the “thermal management of electronic devices using phase-change material (PCM)-based and hybrid heat sinks”. My research interests include Computational fluid dynamics (CFD), heat and mass transfer, phase-change materials, and energy-efficient thermal system design. Outside of my research, I strongly believe in the power of continuous learning. Despite the many roles I juggle, I find fulfillment in pursuing new knowledge, mentoring younger students, and engaging in community-driven scientific outreach.

Guglothu Purnivas, Ph.D. (2025 - )

I am Guglothu Purnivas (ME25RESCH01001), a Ph.D. Research Scholar in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at IIT Hyderabad. My research focuses on the design, evaluation, and optimization of adsorption-based atmospheric water harvesting (AWH) systems. 

Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy watching football and playing cricket.

Pawan Gupta, M. Tech. (2024 - )

I am working as a M. Tech student in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at IIT Hyderabad. Working on Atmospheric Water Harvesting (AWH) using sorption-based materials such as MOFs and desiccants. Focus is on experimental system development and optimization for efficient water uptake in low-humidity conditions. I enjoy experimental research and hands-on lab work more than simulations. I am particularly interested in real-world testing, setup design, and prototype validation.

Bukke Naveen Naik, M. Tech. (2025 - )

I am working as a M. Tech student in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at IIT Hyderabad. My current research focuses on the design and evaluation of energy-efficient cooling strategies to mitigate human heat strain under extremely hot environmental conditions. My broader interests include heat transfer, thermal comfort ,CFD-based numerical modeling, and industry-oriented research aimed at developing practical solutions that are beneficial to society. I enjoy applying engineering principles to real-world problems through experimental research and simulations. 

Hobbies: Reading, Playing basketball , travelling, Exploring new technologies

Chandra Shekar Nallajeru Venkata, Intern (2025 - )

I am working as a research intern in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at IIT Hyderabad. My current research focuses on numerical modeling of heat and mass transfer in evaporative cooling systems using CFD. I am interested in natural convection, species transport, and radiative heat transfer. My broader research interests include aerodynamics, fluid–structure interactions, and turbulent flows.

Hobbies: Chess, badminton