Biography:
Dr. S.N. Gaikwad is presently working as senior professor, dept. of Mathematics, Gulbarga University, Kalaburagi, Karnataka, India. He is an esteemed academic and researcher specializing in Fluid Mechanics, particularly in the areas of convective instabilities and heat and mass transport. With over 33 years of teaching experience and 20 years of dedicated research, he has significantly contributed to the field of Mathematics.
Dr. S.N. Gaikwad earned his M.Sc., M.Phil. and Ph.D. degree from Gulbarga University, Kalaburagi and has guided numerous students at both the Ph.D. - 10 and M.Phil. - 05 levels, fostering the next generation of Mathematicians. His administrative roles at Gulbarga University include serving as a Warden for Kaveri Hostel, NSS Program Officer, and Chairman of the Department of Mathematics, among others. Notably, he has organized significant conferences and lecture series that promote advanced studies in Mathematical Sciences.
His research has been supported by various projects, including a major UGC-funded project focused on convective instability, with a total funding of ₹7,18,350. Dr. S.N. Gaikwad has authored 45 research publications, establishing himself as a leading figure in his field. He served as the Director of the SC/ST Cell at Gulbarga University, continuing to advocate for inclusivity and excellence in education. Dr. S.N. Gaikwad’s commitment to academia and research reflects his passion for mathematics and his dedication to his students and colleagues.
Currently, he serves as Academic Council (AC) member from August 2024 at Gulbarga University, Kalaburagi, till date.
Title : Magnetohydrodynamic convective instability in binary nanofluids with thermodiffusion for Water (H2O) – Lithium Bromide (LiBr) absorption refrigeration system