Fluid dynamics of particles, drops and waves
We are a theoretical fluid dynamics group in the Department of Applied Mechanics and Biomedical Engineering at IIT Madras. Our research concerns transport processes in nature: how droplets, ice crystals, sediment and microorganisms interact with the turbulent and wavy flows that carry them. We work with the tools of asymptotic analysis, hydrodynamic stability theory and direct numerical simulation, on problems ranging from rain initiation in cumulus clouds to wind-wave generation and upper-ocean transport.
Research themes
Cloud Microphysics
Droplet collisions, ice-crystal dynamics, charge transfer and precipitation initiation in warm and mixed-phase clouds.
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Particle-laden Flows
Inertial particles in vortices, suspensions, falling films and pulsatile flows reshaping their carrier flow.
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Waves & Instabilities
Internal and surface gravity waves, stratified shear instabilities and viscoelastic flow transitions.
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Current openings
We welcome motivated students and researchers. To apply for postdoc and project positions, please send your CV; if there is a match with our current openings, we will get in touch. Our email is on the contact page.