Student , Indian Institute of Technology, India
Kunderu Pallavi is a dedicated researcher and PhD candidate in Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur. 🌟 With expertise in Mass Transfer Operations, Fluid Mechanics, and software like MATLAB, COMSOL, and Pro/II, she has contributed significantly to academic and industrial projects. 🛠️ Her work includes projects on zirconium oxide production, acetic anhydride, and reactive distillation. Pallavi has presented papers at renowned conferences like CHEMCON and AIChE, and has contributed to multiple patents. 📑 She is also a teaching assistant for NPTEL courses. Fluent in five languages, Pallavi excels in both research and education.
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Technical Skills
Ms. Kunderu Pallavi possesses a strong foundation in Mass Transfer Operations and Fluid Mechanics, which are crucial to her research in chemical engineering. 🌊 She is proficient in C language, MATLAB, Ansys software, and Pro/II software, showcasing her ability to apply these tools to complex problems. 🖥️ Additionally, she has practical expertise in COMSOL software, further enhancing her modeling and simulation capabilities. With hands-on experience from industrial projects in the chemical sector, Pallavi brings real-world insights to her work. 💡 Her excellent communication skills make her an effective collaborator and presenter. 📢
Academic Projects
Ms. Kunderu Pallavi has actively contributed to several academic projects in her field. One of her notable projects focused on the manufacture of zirconium oxide powder at the Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC) in Hyderabad, where she gained valuable industrial experience. ⚛️ She also worked on the production of acetic anhydride, exploring the theoretical aspects under expert guidance. 🧪 Additionally, she developed a modeling and simulation project for a reactive distillation unit aimed at MTBE production using PRO/II software, demonstrating her proficiency in simulation and process design. 🔬 These projects reflect her diverse expertise and commitment to advancing chemical engineering.
Work Experience
Ms. Kunderu Pallavi gained valuable work experience during her one-year tenure as a Graduate Trainee at the Environment Department & Chemical Lab of Donimalai Iron Ore Mine, NMDC Ltd. ⛏️ Her responsibilities included monitoring environmental issues and managing wastewater treatment processes, contributing to sustainable mining practices. 🌱 Additionally, she was involved in ore analysis and conducted water quality testing in the chemical lab, ensuring compliance with environmental standards. 💧 Her hands-on experience in both environmental and chemical analysis strengthened her practical knowledge in the field of chemical engineering.
Achievements
Ms. Kunderu Pallavi has made significant contributions in both academic and research fields. She presented a paper on “Environmental Pollution” at TECHNOSMANIA’12 and organized the “RASAYANIKA 2k12” National Technical Fest. 🎤 Her research on MTBE production using PRO/II was presented at CHEMCON-2020, while she also assisted in teaching NPTEL courses on process equipment and flow boiling. 📚 Her work on nanofluids led to a patent application for a system on droplet production. She has actively participated in prestigious conferences like AIChE 2024 and ICMF 2025 and helped organize the Chemical Engineering Research and Innovation Day at IIT Kharagpur in 2024.
Educational Qualifications
Ms. Kunderu Pallavi has an impressive academic background. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur. Her academic journey includes an M.Tech in Plant Design from OU College of Technology (2019) and a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from CVSR College of Engineering (2013). 📘 She completed her Intermediate studies in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry at Mahabubia Junior College (2009), and her S.S.C from A.P.S.W.R School (2007). 🌱
Research Focus
Ms. Kunderu Pallavi’s research primarily focuses on nanofluids and their applications in fluid dynamics and process intensification. Her work explores the continuous production of monodispersed plugs and elongated droplets during biphasic liquid flow in mesoscale systems, aimed at improving the efficiency of chemical processes. 🌊 Her contributions to reactive distillation and nano-enhanced liquid flow are advancing the field of fluid mechanics and material processing. 📊 Her expertise also extends to patent development for nanofluid systems, showcasing her innovation in chemical engineering and nanoengineering. 💡
Publication Top Notes
- Nanofluid induced continuous production of monodispersed plugs during biphasic liquid flow in meso-scale – K Pallavi, A Koshy, G Das, C Bakli, S Ray, Cited by: 2025, Year: 2025 💧
- Nanofluid-Induced Droplet Pinch-Off during Liquid-Liquid Flow in Mesoscale – P Kunderu, G Das, C Bakli, S Ray, Cited by: 2024, Year: 2024 🌀
- A METHOD AND SYSTEM OF NANOFLUID INDUCED CONTINUOUS PRODUCTION OF MONODISPERSED ELONGATED DROPLETS – Kunderu Pallavi, Gargi Das, Subhabrata Ray, Chirodeep Bakli, Cited by: 2024, Year: 2024 📄
Conclusion
Kunderu Pallavi is highly qualified for the “Research for Best Researcher Award” due to her strong technical skills, significant research contributions, industry experience, and academic excellence. Her research on nanofluids and work in chemical engineering is both innovative and impactful.