Debdeep Bhattacharjee | Chemical Engineering | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Debdeep Bhattacharjee | Chemical Engineering
| Young Scientist Award

Reliance Industries Limited, R&D | India

Dr. Debdeep Bhattacharjee research portfolio demonstrates a strong foundation in multiphase flow dynamics, magnetohydrodynamics, and ferrofluidic systems, emphasizing the coupling of magnetic fields with interfacial fluid behavior at micro and meso scales. The work focuses on understanding and manipulating ferrofluid droplet deformation, coalescence, and wettability under varying magnetic field configurations, contributing to advancements in droplet-based microfluidics, lab-on-chip technologies, and tunable surface engineering. Investigations into the deformation dynamics of ferrofluid drops with field-dependent local magnetization have revealed critical insights into magneto-capillary interactions and droplet morphology control. The exploration of magnetowetting and magneto-dewetting phenomena has expanded the understanding of field-induced wetting transitions on hydrophobic and textured substrates. Complementary studies on compound droplet dynamics, passive droplet sorting in microchannels, and topology optimization of packed-bed microreactors integrate computational fluid dynamics (CFD), topology optimization, and non-Newtonian flow modeling to enhance microreactor design and process intensification. The research employs both analytical modeling and high-fidelity numerical simulations using COMSOL Multiphysics and Ansys Fluent, bridging theoretical and applied aspects of magnetically driven flows. Collectively, these contributions advance the frontiers of microfluidic transport, smart interface control, and ferrohydrodynamic applications for next-generation energy, biomedical, and process engineering technologies.

Featured Publication

Bhattacharjee, D., Chakraborty, S., & Atta, A. (2024). Magnetowetting dynamics of compound droplets. ACS Engineering Au, 4(6), 524–532. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsengineeringau.4c00023

Bhattacharjee, D., Atta, A., & Chakraborty, S. (2024). Magnetic field-mediated ferrofluid droplet deformation in extensional flow. Physics of Fluids, 36(9), 092020. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0227028

Bhattacharjee, D., Atta, A., & Chakraborty, S. (2024). Revisiting the Young’s model for ferrofluid droplets: Magnetowetting or magneto-dewetting? Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 691, 133878. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.colsurfa.2024.133878

Bhattacharjee, D., Atta, A., & Chakraborty, S. (2024). Evolution of ferrofluid droplet deformation under magnetic field in a uniaxial flow. In Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Power (Vol. 5, pp. 451–461). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-6074-3_42

Chirine Benzazah | Energy | Women Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Chirine Benzazah | Energy | Women Researcher Award

Professeur de l’Enseignement Supérieur Assistant, Faculté Polydisciplinaire de Safi FPS, Université Cadi Ayyad UCA, Morocco

Dr. Chirine Benzazah is an Assistant Professor at the Polydisciplinary Faculty of Safi (FPS), Cadi Ayyad University (UCA), Morocco. She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, specializing in Electrotechnics and Power Electronics. With a passion for renewable energy and sustainable technologies, Dr. Benzazah combines academic excellence with a solid industrial background. She has worked in automation, process control, and electrical systems, gaining valuable hands-on experience in major companies like OCP and Siemens. Her research focuses on improving energy conversion systems and developing innovative wind and hydraulic power technologies.

Profile

Education

Dr. Benzazah’s academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (2014-2018) from Sultan Moulay Sliman University, specializing in Electrotechnics and Power Electronics, where she worked on hydraulic power conversion. She obtained her Engineer Degree (2009-2012) in Electrical Systems and Telecommunication from Cadi Ayyad University. Additionally, she holds a Technical Academic Studies Degree (2006-2009) in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Computer Science.

Experience

Dr. Benzazah has extensive teaching experience, serving as an Assistant Professor at Cadi Ayyad University (UCA) since 2023, and at the Higher School of Technology of Salé from 2019-2023. She has taught various courses, including Particle Mechanics, Analog Electronics, Semiconductors, Automation, and Linear Control at both undergraduate and Master’s levels. Dr. Benzazah also has a background in industry, with internships at OCP, Siemens, and CIMENT companies, focusing on automation, process control, and electrical grid audits.

Research Focus

Dr. Benzazah’s research focuses on optimizing energy conversion systems, particularly in the context of wind and hydraulic power. Her work explores maximum power point tracking (MPPT) strategies and multi-objective optimization for wind turbines and electrical grid connections. She aims to improve the efficiency of renewable energy systems using advanced control techniques like ADRC and genetic algorithms. Her research also investigates the integration of photovoltaic energy and semiconductor technologies into energy systems.

Publications

  • “Enhancing Wind Energy Conversion Efficiency: A Novel MPPT Approach Using P&O with ADRC Controllers versus PI Controllers with Kp and Ki Optimization via Genetic Algorithm and Ant Colony Optimization” 🌀🔋
  • “Maximum power optimization of a direct-drive wind turbine connected to PMSG using multi-objective genetic algorithm” 🌬️⚡