Transport phenomena forms the backbone of countless natural and engineered processes, making them a captivating and vital study area. From the tiniest cellular reactions to large-scale industrial operations, understanding transport phenomena is pivotal in understanding the intricacies of our world. The dynamic interplay of phenomena like heat transfer, diffusion, convection, and fluid flow governs these real life processes. In an era where sustainability and efficiency are paramount, grasping transport phenomena has never been more crucial.From improving heat exchangers to enhancing drug delivery methods, transport phenomena shape innovations that touch our lives on a daily basis. 

Through my academic pursuits and research experiences, I have acquired a deep theoretical understanding and demonstrated practical expertise. I have worked at the intersection of fluid dynamics, multiphase flows, and computational simulations in my projects. My involvement in projects involving fluid-structure interaction, immersed boundary method and other flow process works showcases my ability to translate theoretical concepts into tangible solutions. 

Microfluidics engages by the unexpected fluid behaviour on a tiny scale. The allure of microfluidics lies in its revolutionary potential to enable precise and efficient manipulation of minute amounts of fluids. It underpins advancements in healthcare, biotechnology, and materials science. Think of portable diagnostic devices, lab-on-a-chip platforms, or novel drug delivery systems - all are fueled by our ability to engineer fluid behaviour on the smallest of scales. 

I did explore droplet-based microfluidics, guided by a fascination for the intricate behaviours at the interface of the droplets. I have ventured in researching the fluid behaviour at micro-scales, by working on freezing transitions, impinging dynamics and vibrational response of particle-laden droplet systems (liquid marbles)

Interfacial engineering and phenomena delves into the extraordinary behaviour at the junction where the different phases like solid, liquid and gases meet. By manipulating interface interactions, new frontiers could be explored in developing advanced materials, coatings, and biomimetic structures. Think of self-cleaning surfaces, drug delivery systems, or efficient energy conversion technologies - all are rooted in our understanding of interfacial phenomena. From optimising oil-water separation to enhancing catalytic reactions, the implications are far-reaching. 

My research endeavours in experimental fluid mechanics enabled me to examine the dynamics of impacting particle laden-droplets (liquid marbles), I did witness the astonishing dynamics of surface tension, wetting behaviour, and molecular adhesion (at micro-scales). Further, I examined the freezing transitions of such droplets on treated surfaces. Collaborating on projects involving surface modification and interfacial coatings, I have demonstrated outcomes of my engagement in the field of interfacial engineering.

Fluid mechanics of multiphase fluids have ominous presence. From the flight of birds to the flow of blood in our veins, from the crashing waves to the operation of industrial reactors, fluid dynamics govern diverse phenomena of daily occurrence. Think of aerodynamic bodies (automobiles or aircrafts), combustion, or food processing - the principles of fluid dynamics has its effects on them.

I have explored the complexities of fluid behaviour, turbulence, and interfacial interactions within multiphase systems.I have actively engaged in projects involving flow visualisation, computational simulations, and experimental characterisation of multiphase phenomena in complex fluids domain.

The artistic performance of chemical reactions meets the dynamic movement of fluids yields the reacting flows. From the heart of an engine to the reactions in process industry, the interplay of reactions, heat release, and fluid motion the understanding of reacting flows is of paramount importance.

I have acquired a profound understanding of combustion chemistry, flame propagation, and the intricate interactions that govern these flows through the problems I have explored pertaining to computational combustion. I have actively contributed to projects involving flame anchorage in micro-combustors to computational combustion of mixtures of gases.