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Dr. M. Ajithkumar

Assistant Professor

Qualification: BSc, MSc, Ph. D
m_ajithkumar@ch.amrita.edu
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Research Interest: Mathematical Modeling, Artificial neural networks, Bio-fluid dynamics, Partial differential equations, Magnetohydrodynamics, Peristaltic transport, Heat and mass transfer, Computational simulation.

Bio

Dr. M. Ajithkumar serves as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics in the Department of Science and Humanities, School of Engineering, at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai Campus. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics (Biofluid Dynamics) from Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, where his doctoral research, titled “Heat and Mass Transfer Analysis on Peristaltic Transport of Hydromagnetic Nanofluids Through Porous Flexible Channels,” made significant contributions to the understanding of complex fluid dynamics. He also earned his Master’s and bachelor’s degrees in mathematics from Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore, achieving the prestigious “Late Prof. Rajkumar Gold Medal” for securing the top rank in his undergraduate program.

Dr. Ajithkumar brings over 3.5 years of robust academic and research experience to his role, marked by a keen focus on interdisciplinary exploration. His research interests bridge the domains of fluid dynamics, Artificial Neural Networks, and the mathematical modeling of biofluids and industrial fluids, with applications in diverse flow configurations. He has authored 21 high-impact research articles in internationally reputed journals and has actively participated in more than 30 professional events, including presenting papers at 7 academic conferences.

A passionate educator and dedicated scholar, Dr. Ajithkumar has consistently demonstrated strong leadership by successfully organizing and coordinating academic and professional events.

Publications

Journal Article

Year : 2024

A Numerical Simulation of the Magneto-Micropolar Nanofluid Flow Configured by the Stimulus Energies and Chemical Interaction

Cite this Research Publication : Ajithkumar, M., N. Ravi Kumar, Jintu Mani Nath, M. Vinodkumar Reddy, and Tusar Kanti Das. "A numerical simulation of the magneto-micropolar nanofluid flow configured by the stimulus energies and chemical interaction." Journal of Computational and Theoretical Transport 53, no. 7 (2024): 469-489.

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Year : 2024

A study on bioconvective peristaltic flow of a Casson nanofluid in a porous uniform/ non-uniform flexible conduit

Cite this Research Publication : Ajithkumar, M., and P. Lakshminarayana. "A study on bioconvective peristaltic flow of a Casson nanofluid in a porous uniform/non‐uniform flexible conduit." ZAMM‐Journal of Applied Mathematics and Mechanics/Zeitschrift für Angewandte Mathematik und Mechanik 104, no. 12 (2024): e202300007.

Year : 2023

Peristaltic transport of MHD Ree–Eyring fluid through a flexible channel under the influence of activation energy

Cite this Research Publication : Ajithkumar, M., P. Lakshminarayana, and K. Vajravelu. "Peristaltic transport of MHD Ree–Eyring fluid through a flexible channel under the influence of activation energy." Physics of Fluids 35, no. 6 (2023).

Publisher : American Institute of Physics

Year : 2023

Diffusion effects on mixed convective peristaltic flow of a bi-viscous Bingham nanofluid through a porous medium with convective boundary conditions

Cite this Research Publication : Ajithkumar, M., Pallavarapu Lakshminarayana, and Kuppalapalle Vajravelu. "Diffusion effects on mixed convective peristaltic flow of a bi-viscous Bingham nanofluid through a porous medium with convective boundary conditions." Physics of Fluids 35, no. 3 (2023).

Publisher : AIP Publishing

Qualification/Experience

Qualification:

  1. Ph.D (Applied Mathematics)
    Duration: 2021-2024
    Institute: Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, India.
    Thesis Title: Heat and Mass Transfer Analysis on Peristaltic Transport of Hydromagnetic Nanofluids Through Porous Flexible Channels.
    Class obtained: First Class with Distinction
  1. MSc (Mathematics)
    Duration: 2018–2020
    Institute: Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore, India.
    Class obtained: First Class with Distinction
  1. BSc (Mathematics)
    Duration: 2015–2018
    Institute: Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore, India.
    Class obtained: First Class with Distinction

Academic Experience:

December 2024 to Present Assistant Professor, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai.
June 2024 – November 2024 Assistant Professor, KL University, Vaddeswaram, Guntur.
March 2021 – February 2024 Assistant Professor, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore.

Awards and Recognitions
  1. Recipient of a Raman Research Award for publication in SCI journals for the academic year 2023-2024 at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore.
  2. Recipient of a Raman Research Award for publication in SCI journals for the academic year 2022-2023 at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore.
  3. Recipient of a Late Prof. Rajkumar Gold Medal to the student who secured the highest marks for the academic year 2017-2018 in Voorhees College, Vellore.
  4. Recipient of a Dr. J.C.R. Mathew Endavend Scholarship Award to the best outgoing student for the academic year 2016-2017 in Voorhees College, Vellore.
Conferences and Workshops
  1. Participated in the “SERB Sponsored 4th International Conference on Advanced Trends in Computational Engineering Mathematics (ICATCEM-2024)” organized by KL University, Vaddeswaram, Guntur, India. during July 9th to 13th, 2024.
  2. Presented a paper in the “International Conference on Recent Advances in Fluid Mechanics and Nanoelectronics (ICRAFMN-2023)” organized by Manipal Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, India. during July 12th to 14th, 2023.
  3. Presented a paper in the “International Conference on Modelling, Simulation and Optimization of Energy Systems (MSOES 2023)” organized by Canadian University Dubai, UAE and DR. B. R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, Punjab, India. held on 17th to 18th June 2023.
  4. Presented a paper in the “International Conference on Applied Mathematical Sciences (ICAMS-2022)” organized by J. J. College of Arts and Science (Autonomous), Pudukkottai, Tamilnadu, India. during December 21st to 22nd, 2022.
  5. Presented a paper in the “International Conference on Recent Advances in Mathematical Fluid Dynamics (ICRAMDF-2022)” organized by Malaviya National Institute Technology, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. during December 2nd to 4th, 2022.
  6. Presented a paper in the “International Conference on Mathematical Modelling Analysis and Computing (MMAC-2022)” organized by Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore, Tamilnadu, India. during September 14th to 16th, 2022.
  7. Presented a paper in the “International Conference on Mathematical Analysis and Applications (ICOMAA-2022)” organized by the University of Kalyani, West Bengal, India. during June 28th to 29th, 2022.
  8. Presented a paper in the “3rd International Conference on Mathematical Techniques and Applications (ICMTA-2022)” organized by SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, Tamilnadu, India. held on 23rd to 25th March 2022.
  9. Participated in one day “National Seminar on Algebra and Graph theory” organized by PG and Research Department of Mathematics, C. Abdul Hakeem College (Autonomous), Melvisharam, Vellore on February 29th, 2020.
  10. Participated in the “International Seminar on Inventive Scenario in Modern Mathematics” Organized by the Department of Mathematics, Voorhees College, Vellore held on August 20th, 2019.
  11. Participated in the One Day “National Level Seminar on Recent Trends in Discrete Mathematics” organized by the Department of Mathematics, DKM College, Vellore held on January 25th, 2019.
Miscellaneous

Memberships of Professional bodies

  1. International Association of Engineers (IAENG) – Lifetime Membership
  2. Institute For Educational Research and Publication (IFERP) – Lifetime Membership

Programs Organized

  1. Coordinated the SAMYAK Event “Miracles of Mathematics”. The event took place on 4th October 2024, at KL University, Vijayawada.
  2. Served as an organizing team member for SERB Sponsored 4th International Conference on Advanced Trends in Computational Engineering Mathematics (ICATCEM-2024), which was held on 9th – 13th July 2024 at the KL University, Vijayawada.
  3. Served as an organizing team member for VIT Mathematical Meet-2024. The event took place on 27th January 2024 at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore.
  4. Served as an organizing team member for VIT Mathematical Meet-2023. The event took place on 7th January 2023 at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore.
  5. Served as an organizing team member for VIT MATHFEST-2022. The event took place on 22nd December 2022 at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore.

Current Journal Role (Reviewer)

  1. Physics of Fluids (Q1, American Institute of Physics)
  2. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering (Q1, Elsevier)
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