Dr. Makrand Khanwale

Assistant Professor

Biography

I received my PhD from Iowa State University, co-majoring in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mathematics. My dissertation focused on the development and analysis of numerical schemes for high fidelity simulations of multiphase flows, specifically creating energy stable numerical methods to simulate two-phase flows governed by the Cahn-Hilliard and Navier-Stokes equations. I have extensive experience in developing tools to analyze and understand complex physical processes, particularly in the areas of multi-phase flows and turbulence. Prior to my graduate work at Iowa State, I had a brief stint as a research associate in Dr. Krishnaswamy Nandakumar's group at Louisiana State University (LSU), working on theoretical models of energy cascades in multi-phase flows.

Research Interests

Experience

Physical Science Research Scientist
2021-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford

Conducting research in mechanical engineering, focusing on multiphase flows and numerical simulations.

Awards

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Research Excellence Award
2021-05-01
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Teaching Excellence Award
2019-05-01
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Dean's Fellowship
2016-01-01
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Bal G. Joshi Endowment Award
2014-01-01