Professor at Manipal University Jaipur, India
Dr. Kalpna Sharma is a Professor and Head of the Department of Mathematics & Statistics at Manipal University Jaipur. With over two decades of teaching experience and a robust background in administration, she has made significant contributions to the fields of fluid dynamics and heat transfer. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, and has published extensively on related topics. Her leadership extends to roles such as Presiding Officer of the Internal Complaint Committee and Chairperson of the Board of Studies in her department.
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Educational
- Ph.D. in Mathematics
University of Rajasthan, Jaipur
Submitted in April 2008; Viva-voce on February 21, 2009
Title: Two and Three-Dimensional Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer Problems of Fluid Dynamics
- M.Phil. in Mathematics
University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, 1999
Dissertation: Unsteady Laminar Flow and Heat Transfer through Viscous Incompressible Fluid in the Presence of Heat Source
Percentage: 66%
- M.Sc. in Mathematics
University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, 1998
Percentage: 79%
- B.Sc. in Mathematics
Maharani Girl’s College, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, 1996
Percentage: 61%
Professional Experience
Ms. Kalpna Sharma is a distinguished academic with 23 years of teaching experience and 12 years in administrative roles. She has been serving as a Professor and Head of the Department of Mathematics & Statistics at Manipal University Jaipur since July 2020. Her professional journey includes significant contributions to teaching and administration, such as presiding over the Internal Complaint Committee and chairing the Board of Studies for her department.
Research Interests
Ms. Sharma’s research focuses on fluid dynamics, including Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), fluid mechanics, and biomathematics. Her work addresses complex problems in fluid flow and heat transfer, contributing to advancements in mathematical modeling and analysis.
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- Scopus-indexed Publications:
- Over 37 papers
- Professional Memberships:
- American Society for Thermal and Fluid Engineers
- The Indian Mathematical Society
- Ramanujan Mathematical Society
- National Society of Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Power
- Calcutta Mathematical Society
- Forum of Interdisciplinary Mathematics
- Indian Society of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics
Leadership training
Ms. Sharma has participated in various leadership programs including:
- “Synergic Manipal Integrated Leadership Engagement Programme” (2015-2019)
- “Education for Gen Z” (2020)
- “Make a Dent: Sprouting Innovation & Start-up” (2020)
- Five-day Management Development Programme on “Leadership & Ethics” (2021)
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