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

Jweshvari Tupe | Membrane Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Jweshvari Tupe | Membrane Technology | Best Researcher Award

Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues Institute of Technology | India

Ms. Jweshvari Vidyadhar Tupe is an accomplished mechanical engineer and researcher from Panvel, Navi Mumbai, currently pursuing her PhD. She holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in CAD/CAM and Robotics and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, both completed with distinction from Pillai College of Engineering, New Panvel. With over five years of teaching experience, she has served as Assistant Professor, Research Assistant, and Teaching Assistant at reputed institutions, instructing subjects including Engineering Graphics, CAD/CAM/CAE, FEA, Machine Design, Mechatronics, and Production Planning. Ms. Tupe has a strong research focus on natural fiber reinforced composites and membrane technologies for water filtration and desalination, authoring several publications in international journals and conference proceedings. She has also filed a product innovation patent titled “Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites for Filtration of Water.” Her work has been recognized with awards including first and third prizes at the Avishkar Research Convention, Best Paper Award at CTFC, She is a certified Mechanical Designer by Dassault Systems and actively engages in professional development through multiple value addition courses and workshops, covering areas such as AI, computational fluid mechanics, polymer processing, 3D printing, and advanced materials. Beyond academia, Ms. Tupe contributes as a digital content creator on her YouTube channel “Learn for Dreams” and has coordinated various institutional activities including CAD labs, CLPBL programs, cultural events, and social media initiatives. Fluent in English, Marathi, and Hindi, she is driven by curiosity, a passion for learning, and creative pursuits such as music and Mehndi art. Her career exemplifies a blend of technical expertise, research innovation, teaching excellence, and community engagement, reflecting her dedication to advancing engineering education and sustainable technology solutions.

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Featured Publications

Tupe, J. V., Khot, S. M., Padmanabhan, D., & Rajaguru, B. (2025). Polysulfone membranes with natural additives for water purification: Fabrication and performance testing. Polymer.

Tupe, J. V. (2024). Improving water flux using Agave reinforcement in polymeric membranes. NanoWorld Journal.

Tupe, J. V., Padmanabhan, D., & Khot, S. M. (2023). Improvement of water flux with date palm reinforcement in composite membranes. International Journal of Applied Engineering & Technology.