Gace Athanase Dalson | Flow Measurement | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Gace Athanase Dalson, Flow Measurement, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at University of Rwanda, Rwanda

Summary:

Dr. Gace Athanase Dalson is a distinguished academic and researcher with extensive experience in mechanical engineering, focusing on fluid mechanics and sustainable energy systems. He serves as the Training and Research Coordinator at the African Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Cooling and Cold-Chain and as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Rwanda. Dr. Dalson has a robust background in both academia and industry, having worked on various research projects and grants. His dedication to teaching and mentoring has guided numerous students at different academic levels. He continues to contribute significantly to the field of sustainable cooling technologies and mechanical engineering through his research and professional endeavors.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Fluid Mechanics): National University of Singapore, Singapore (2014-2018)

Thesis: CFD and Experimental Measurement on gas-liquid two-phase flow

Bachelor’s degree with honors in Physics: National University of Rwanda, Butare, Rwanda (2008-2012)

🏢 Professional Experience:

Dr. Gace Athanase Dalson has an extensive and diverse professional background in academia and research. Since May 2023, he has been serving as the Training and Research Coordinator at the African Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Cooling and Cold-Chain (ACES), where he leads academic program development, upholds academic standards, supports research, engages in teaching, prepares reports, conducts curriculum reviews, and performs impact assessments. Concurrently, he is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Rwanda, teaching and leading modules on Research Methodology, Project Management, Computational Fluid Mechanics, Systems Design, Heat and Mass Transfer, HVAC, and Measurement and Instrumentation.

From May 2021 to 2022, Dr. Dalson held the position of Deputy Dean at the School of Engineering at the University of Rwanda, where he coordinated teaching and learning, research grant writing, and community outreach. Between January 2018 and 2022, he served as a Lecturer at the same university, teaching and leading various engineering subjects. During a brief period from August to October 2018, he acted as the Ag. Coordinator of Master Programs at the Center of Excellence in Energy for Sustainable Development (ACEESD), where he reviewed and evaluated educational performance, coordinated academic program assessment and development, and liaised with professional associations and accrediting agencies.

Dr. Dalson’s earlier experience includes a role as a Research Engineer at the National Metrology Center in Singapore from January 2014 to January 2015, where he designed and assessed Coriolis Flowmeters, tested flow measurement technology, performed calibration, and collaborated on standards for procedures and components. Prior to this, he was a Tutorial Assistant at the University of Rwanda from September 2013 to January 2014, assisting in teaching modules related to Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer, HVAC, and Measurement and Instrumentation.

Grants

2021-2022: Principal Investigator for the E-tractor Development Project: WP15 Solar and Plant Information (Euro 190,207.88)

2019-2020: Researcher for the Global Challenges Research Fund project on Cooling for Life in Sub-Saharan Africa (£50K)

2016-2018: Research Engineer for the Characterization of Coriolis Meters for Delivery of Bunker Fuel Oil (SGD 540,000)

Research Interests

Fluid Mechanics

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

Heat and Mass Transfer

Renewable Energy Systems

Sustainable Cooling Technologies

Mechanical Design and Systems Engineering

Top Noted Publication:

Wind Energy Potential Assessment of Some Sites in Burundi Using Statistical Modelling

  • Authors: G Placide, MR Lollchund, GA Dalson
  • Published In: 2021 IEEE PES/IAS PowerAfrica
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 6

On the Performance of a Coriolis Mass Flowmeter (CMF): Experimental Measurement and FSI Simulation

  • Author: DA Gace
  • Published In: International Journal of Metrology and Quality Engineering
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 5

Experimental Measurement and CFD Simulation for Characterization of Coriolis Flowmeter Performance

  • Authors: L Rongmo, GA Dalson, KB Cheong
  • Published In: Journal of Physics: Conference Series
  • Year: 2018
  • Citations: 5

A Study on Gas-Liquid Two-Phase Flow Metering: Identification of Flow Dynamics That Influence the Performance of CMFs

  • Authors: GA Dalson, L Rongmo, KB Cheong
  • Published In: Flow Measurement and Instrumentation
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 3

Comparative Study of the Traditional, Arctan and Robust Droop Control Techniques in an Islanded Micro-grid

  • Authors: MA Ineza, MJ Saulo, CW Wekesa, JDD Iyakaremye, DA Gace
  • Published In: 2022 IEEE PES/IAS PowerAfrica
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 2

 

 

Debashis Mohanty | Fluid Dynamics | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Debashis Mohanty, Fluid Dynamics, Best Researcher Award

Debashis Mohanty at C.V. Raman Global University, India

Summary:

Debashis Mohanty is a mathematician and researcher based in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, currently affiliated with the Department of Mathematics at C.V. Raman Global University. He has an impressive academic track record, culminating in a Ph.D. in Mathematics with a focus on heat and mass transfer in hybrid nanofluids. His research addresses critical problems in fluid dynamics and thermal systems, aiming to advance the understanding and efficiency of these processes. Mr. Mohanty’s dedication to mathematics and his innovative research approach highlight his significant contributions to the field.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

Debashis Mohanty has a robust academic background in mathematics, consistently demonstrating academic excellence throughout his educational journey. He completed his 10th standard at B.S.E., Odisha in 2013, achieving 70.50% and securing a first division with a focus on Mathematics, English, Science, and Social Science. In 2015, he completed his higher secondary education at C.H.S.E., Odisha, scoring 68.50% in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, again securing a first division.

He pursued his Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Mathematics at Utkal University, Odisha, graduating in 2018 with a commendable 71.78% and a first division. Advancing his studies further, he obtained a Master of Science in Applied Mathematics and Computing from C.V. Raman Global University, Odisha in 2021, with an impressive 77.60% and a first division.

Debashis Mohanty has recently submitted his Ph.D. thesis titled “Heat and Mass Transfer Analysis on Hybrid Nanofluid Flow with Interfacial Nanolayer Thickness” at C.V. Raman Global University, Odisha, and is awaiting the final conferral of his doctorate degree in 2024.

Professional Experience:

Debashis Mohanty has been actively involved in the academic and research community at C.V. Raman Global University. His professional experience encompasses both teaching and conducting research in advanced mathematical concepts and their practical applications. His work primarily focuses on fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and mathematical modeling, contributing significantly to the understanding and development of these fields.

Research Interest:

Debashis Mohanty’s research interests are centered around fluid dynamics and heat transfer, with specific focus areas including:

Hybrid nanofluid flow through porous media with the impact of interfacial nanolayer.

Darcy-Forchheimer flow with thermal impact.

Heat transfer and mass transfer in nanofluids and hybrid nanofluids.

Marangoni convection and stagnation point flow.

Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids.

Heat and mass transfer problems.

Mathematical modeling.

Flows through porous media.

Publications Top Noted: 

Artificial intelligence approach to estimate discharge of drip tape irrigation based on temperature and pressure

  • Authors: A. Seyedzadeh, S. Maroufpoor, E. Maroufpoor, J. Shiri, O. Bozorg-Haddad, …
  • Journal: Agricultural Water Management
  • Volume: 228
  • Article: 105905
  • Citations: 66
  • Year: 2020

Development of an analytical method for estimating Manning’s coefficient of roughness for border irrigation

  • Authors: A. Seyedzadeh, A. Panahi, E. Maroufpoor, V.P. Singh
  • Journal: Irrigation Science
  • Volume: 37
  • Pages: 523-531
  • Citations: 19
  • Year: 2019

Developing a novel method for estimating parameters of Kostiakov–Lewis infiltration equation

  • Authors: A. Seyedzadeh, A. Panahi, E. Maroufpoor, V.P. Singh, B. Maheshwari
  • Journal: Irrigation Science
  • Volume: 38
  • Pages: 189-198
  • Citations: 15
  • Year: 2020

A new analytical method for derivation of infiltration parameters

  • Authors: A. Seyedzadeh, A. Panahi, E. Maroufpoor
  • Journal: Irrigation Science
  • Volume: 38
  • Pages: 449-460
  • Citations: 14
  • Year: 2020

Irrigation management evaluation of multiple irrigation methods using performance indicators

  • Authors: A. Seyedzadeh, P. Khazaee, A. Siosemardeh, E. Maroufpoor
  • Journal: ISH Journal of Hydraulic Engineering
  • Volume: 28
  • Issue: 3
  • Pages: 303-312
  • Citations: 10
  • Year: 2022