Sivasankaran Sivanandam is a distinguished academic currently holding the position of Professor in the Department of Mathematics at King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Born on June 14, 1976, in India, he has built an extensive career marked by significant contributions to the fields of Fluid Dynamics, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Heat and Mass Transfer, Nanofluids, and Mathematical Modeling. His academic journey includes post-doctoral experiences in Mechanical Engineering from institutions in Taiwan and South Korea, highlighting his interdisciplinary expertise.
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Education
Sivanandam’s educational background is rooted in Mathematics, beginning with a B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, India. His pursuit of knowledge extended to post-doctoral studies in Mechanical Engineering at prestigious institutions such as National Taiwan University, Yonsei University, and National Cheng Kung University, where he honed his expertise in applied mathematics and computational methods.
Research Focus
His research interests encompass a broad spectrum of topics critical to engineering and scientific applications. These include Fluid Dynamics, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Heat and Mass Transfer using Nanofluids, Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Methods, and applications in fields like Porous Media and MagnetoHydroDynamics (MHD). His work addresses both fundamental aspects and practical applications, contributing significantly to advancements in these areas.
Professional Journey
Sivanandam’s professional trajectory reflects a global academic engagement. He has held key positions including Associate Professor and Professor at King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia, Senior Lecturer at the University of Malaya in Malaysia, and various research roles in Taiwan and South Korea. His diverse experiences in academia and research underscore his commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering international collaborations.
Honors & Awards
Throughout his career, Sivanandam has been recognized with numerous honors and awards that highlight his academic excellence and contributions to his field. Notable achievements include being identified as a Top 2% Researcher in the World from 2020 to 2023, receiving the Best Scientist in the University accolade multiple times, and earning prestigious fellowships and best paper awards at international conferences. These recognitions underscore his impact and leadership in academic research.
Publications Noted & Contributions
Sivanandam’s scholarly output is extensive and impactful, comprising a diverse range of publications. His work includes a book and multiple book chapters, guest editor roles for special issues in leading journals, and editorial board memberships in journals focused on Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Engineering. These contributions highlight his role in shaping scholarly discourse and advancing knowledge within his areas of expertise.
Double diffusive MHD squeezing copper water nanofluid flow between parallel plates filled with porous medium and chemical reaction
Journal: International Journal of Numerical Methods for Heat & Fluid Flow
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.1108/HFF-05-2023-0277
Contributors: Chandrapushpam, T.; Bhuvaneswari, M.; Sivanandam, Sivasankaran
Magneto-convective hybrid nanofluid slip flow over a moving inclined thin needle in a Darcy-Forchheimer porous medium with viscous dissipation
Journal: International Journal of Numerical Methods for Heat & Fluid Flow
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.1108/HFF-04-2023-0200
Contributors: Hakeem, A. K. Abdul; Priya, S.; Bhose, Ganga; Sivanandam, Sivasankaran
Impact of Moving Walls and Entropy Generation on Doubly Diffusive Mixed Convection of Casson Fluid in Two-Sided Driven Enclosure
Journal: Entropy
Date: 2024-03-10
DOI: 10.3390/e26030245
Contributors: Sivanandam Sivasankaran; Marimuthu Bhuvaneswari; Abdullah K. Alzahrani
Entropy Generation and Thermal Radiation Impact on Magneto-Convective Flow of Heat-Generating Hybrid Nano-Liquid in a Non-Darcy Porous Medium with Non-Uniform Heat Flux
Journal: Computation
Date: 2024-02-29
DOI: 10.3390/computation12030043
Contributors: Nora M. Albqmi; Sivasankaran Sivanandam
NUMERICAL TREATMENT FOR 3-D MAGNETIZED CASSON FLUID-FLOW OVER AN UNSTEADY CONVECTIVELY HEATED SURFACE WITH VARIABLE THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY
Journal: Thermal Science
Year: 2023
DOI: 10.2298/TSCI210611174G
Contributors: Ganga, Bhose; Charles, Sekar; Hakeem, Abdul Kaffoor Abdul; Nayak, Manoj Kumar; Muhammad, Taseer; Albogami, Naura; Sivasankaran, Sivanandam
Research Timeline
His research timeline reflects a consistent dedication to exploring and expanding the boundaries of knowledge in Fluid Dynamics and related fields. Sivanandam has led and collaborated on numerous research projects, secured grants, and supervised a substantial number of Ph.D., M.Phil., and M.Sc. students. His research spans from foundational studies in natural convection to applied research in nanofluids and convective heat transfer, demonstrating his comprehensive approach to scientific inquiry.
Collaborations and Projects
Sivanandam has established fruitful collaborations with researchers and institutions worldwide, contributing to multidisciplinary projects of significant scientific and practical relevance. His involvement in projects such as numerical studies on Casson fluids, mixed convection research, and the application of nanofluids in energy transfer underscores his role in advancing technological and scientific solutions through collaborative research efforts.
These explanations provide a comprehensive overview of Sivasankaran Sivanandam’s academic journey, research focus, achievements, and contributions to the field of Fluid Dynamics and Computational Sciences.