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    Meet the Professor and Dean

    Ziya Uddin

    Professor and Dean,
    School of Engineering & Technology

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    Position (additional roles) : Dean, Student Welfare

    Email : ziya.uddin@bmu.edu.in

    Dr. Ziya Uddin is a Professor at the School of Engineering & Technology and the Dean of Student Welfare at BML Munjal University. He earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics (major) and Computer Science (minor) from G.B. Pant University of Engineering & Technology. With over 15 years of experience in academia and research, Ziya is deeply passionate about fostering high-quality teaching, promoting student well-being, and shaping a supportive environment for students to thrive both academically and personally.

    Dr. Ziya’s research expertise covers a broad spectrum, including Applied Mathematics, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Soft Computing, Data Science, AI/Machine Learning, and the Science of Science. His interdisciplinary approach has led to valuable contributions to the understanding of complex mathematical models and their applications in engineering and technology. Ziya worked as a postdoctoral researcher at Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France, further enhancing his research profile.

    Throughout his academic journey, Dr. Ziya has held a variety of roles in both research and administration, allowing him to bring a comprehensive perspective to his teaching and leadership as Dean of Student Welfare. His contributions to the field are reflected in his extensive publication record in leading peer-reviewed journals. He has also presented his work at numerous prestigious national and international conferences. Dr. Ziya’s experience and work not only advances the field of research but also ensures that student well-being and holistic development remain a central focus of his academic and leadership roles.

    • Graduation In: B.Sc. (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry)
    • Graduation From: Kumaun University, Nainital
    • Graduation Year: 2002
    • Post Graduation In: M.Sc. Mathematics (Specialization in Statistics)
    • Post Graduation From: Kumaun University, Nainital
    • Post Graduation Year: 2004
    • Doctorate In: Mathematics with minor in Computer Science
    • Doctorate From: G. B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Pantnagar
    • Doctorate Year: 2009
    • Calculus for Engineers
    • Differential equations
    • Probability & Statistics
    • Applied Numerical methods
    • Linear Algebra
    • Social Network Analysis
    • Numerical solutions of partial differential equations
    • Discrete Mathematics
    • Integral Transforms
    • Operations Research
    • Financial Mathematics
    • Computational Thinking for Modelling and Simulations
    • Mathematical Modelling of Infectious Diseases
    • Applied Homotopy Analysis Methods
    • Research Methodology
    From - To (Year) Designation & Organization Core Competency Additional Exp. Details
    2023-current Dean Student Welfare, BML Munjal University, Gurugram
    2023 – current Professor - BML Munjal University, Gurugram
    2020-22 Head – Dept of Applied Science, BML Munjal University, Gurugram
    2017-23 Associate Professor - BML Munjal University, Gurugram
    2019- 23 Asst Dean – Admissions, BML Munjal University, Gurugram
    2014-19 Head – Admissions, BML Munjal University, Gurugram
    2017-18 Head – Dept of Mathematics, BML Munjal University, Gurugram
    2016-17 Asst Dean Student Welfare, BML Munjal University, Gurugram
    2014-17 Asst Professor – BML Munjal University, Gurugram
    2013-14 Asst Professor – Galgotias University, Greater Noida
    2011-12 Postdoctoral Researcher - University Polytechnic Hauts-de-France, Valenciennes, France
    2010-11 Asst Professor – Northcape University, Gurugram
    2009-10 Asst Professor – ICFAI University, Dehradun
    1. Ganga, S., Uddin, Z., & Asthana, R. (2025). Exploring swirling flow dynamics: Unsupervised machine learning in Maxwell hybrid nanofluid convection over an exponentially stretching cylinder with non-linear radiation effects. Communications in Nonlinear Science and Numerical Simulation, 140, 108378.
    2. Uddin, Z., Upreti, H., Ganga, S., & Ibrahim, W. (2024). Particle Swarm Optimization for exploring Darcy–Forchheimer flow of Casson fluid between co-axial rotating disks with the Cattaneo–Christov model. Scientific Reports, 14(1), 7891.
    3. Ganga, S., Uddin, Z., & Asthana, R. (2024). Unsupervised neural networks for Maxwell fluid flow and heat transfer over a curved surface with nonlinear convection and temperature‐dependent properties. International Journal for Numerical Methods in Fluids, 96(9), 1576-1591.
    4. Khurana, P., Sharma, K., & Uddin, Z. (2024). Unraveling retraction dynamics in COVID-19 research: Patterns, reasons, and implications. Accountability in Research, 1-24.
    5. Asthana, R., Uddin, Z., Awasthi, M. K., Bhardwaj, A., & Ibrahim, W. (2024). Instability and sensitivity analysis of streaming nanofluid-air interface. Journal of Computational Applied Mechanics, 55(4), 663-682.
    6. Ganga, S., Uddin, Z., Asthana, R., Hassan, H., & Bhardwaj, A. (2023). Modelling of Viscosity and Thermal Conductivity of Water-Based Nanofluids using Machine-Learning Techniques. International Journal of Mathematical, Engineering and Management Sciences, 8(5), 817-840.
    7. Upreti, Himanshu, Ziya Uddin, Alok Kumar Pandey, and Navneet Joshi. “Particle swarm optimization based numerical study for pressure, flow, and heat transfer over a rotating disk with temperature dependent nanofluid properties.” Numerical Heat Transfer, Part A: Applications 83, no. 8 (2023): 815-844.
    8. Uddin Ziya, Sai Ganga, Rishi Asthana, and Wubshet Ibrahim. “Wavelets based physics informed neural networks to solve non-linear differential equations.” Scientific Reports-Nature, 13, no. 1 (2023): 2882.
    9. Pandey, Alok Kumar, Himanshu Upreti, and Ziya Uddin. “Magnetic SWCNT–Ag/H2O nanofluid flow over cone with volumetric heat generation.” International Journal of Modern Physics B (2023): 2350253.
    10. Pandey, Alok Kumar, Himanshu Upreti, Navneet Joshi, and Ziya Uddin. “Effect of natural convection on 3D MHD flow of MoS2–GO/H2O via porous surface due to multiple slip mechanisms.” Journal of Taibah University for Science 16, no. 1 (2022): 749-762.
    11. Upreti, Himanshu, Ziya Uddin, Alok Kumar Pandey, and Navneet Joshi. “Particle swarm optimization based numerical study for pressure, flow, and heat transfer over a rotating disk with temperature dependent nanofluid properties.” Numerical Heat Transfer, Part A: Applications (2022): 1-30.
    12. Uddin Ziya, Hamdy Hassan, Souad Harmand, and Wubshet Ibrahim. “Soft computing and statistical approach for sensitivity analysis of heat transfer through the hybrid nanoliquid film in rotating heat pipe.” Scientific Reports-Nature, 12, no. 1 (2022): 14983.
    13. Sharma, Deepti, Harish Puppala, Rishi Asthana, and Ziya Uddin. “Fuzzy analytical hierarchy process to evaluate the curriculum of an undergraduate program with a vision to design an industry-ready undergraduate engineering program.” Mathematics in Engineering, Science & Aerospace (MESA) 13, no. 2 (2022).
    14. Upreti, Himanshu, Alok Kumar Pandey, Ziya Uddin, and Manoj Kumar. “Thermophoresis and Brownian motion effects on 3D flow of Casson nanofluid consisting microorganisms over a Riga plate using PSO: A numerical study.” Chinese Journal of Physics 78 (2022): 234-270.
    15. Bhardwaj, Arpit, Harshit Bhardwaj, Aditi Sakalle, Ziya Uddin, Maneesha Sakalle, and Wubshet Ibrahim. “Tree-based and machine learning algorithm analysis for breast cancer classification.” Computational Intelligence and Neuroscience  (2022).
    16. Hamdy Hassan, N Y Abdel Shafey, Ziya Uddin, and A A Hawwash. 3D investigation on the impact of chips positions and number on their cooling inside the cavity. Journal of Mechanical Sciences & Technology, volume 35, pages 5233–5244 (2021).
    17. Ziya Uddin, Korimerla Sai Vishwa, and Souad Harmand. Numerical duality of MHD stagnation point flow and het transfer of nanofluid past a shrinking/stretching sheet: Metaheuristic approach. Chinses Journal of Physics, 73, (442-461), 2021.
    18. Ziya Uddin, Rishi Astahana, Mukesh Kumar Awasthi, and Hamdy Hassan. Numerical treatment for the comparative study of MHD flow of nanoliquids in a semi porous channel: A novel metaheuristic approach. International Journal for Computational Methods in Engineering Science & Mechanics 22 (3), 2021, pp. 244-251.
    19. Awasthi, M. K., Uddin, Z., & Asthana, R. Temporal instability of a power-law viscoelastic nanofluid layer. The European Physical Journal Special Topics, volume 230, 2021, pp. 1427–1434.
    20. Z Uddin, R Asthana, M K Awasthi and S Gupta. The steady MHD flow of nano-fluids over a rotating porous disk in the presence of heat generation/absorption: A numerical study using PSO. Journal of Applied Fluid Mechanics. 10(3), 2017, pp. 871-879.
    21. Z Uddin, S Harmand and S Ahmed. Computational modeling of heat transfer in rotating heat pipes using nanofluids: A numerical study using PSO. International Journal of Thermal Sciences 112, 2017, pp. 44-54.
    22. Mukesh Awasthi, Rishi Asthana and Ziya Uddin. Nonlinear Study of Kelvin-Helmholtz instability of cylindrical flow with mass and heat transfer. International Communications in Heat and Mass transfer, 71, 2016, Pp. 216–224.
    23. Ziya Uddin and Souad Harmand. Natural convection heat transfer of nanofluids along a vertical plate embedded in porous medium. Nanoscale Research Letters, Springer 8:64, 2013  doi:10.1186/1556-276X-8-64.
    24. Ziya Uddin and Manoj Kumar. Hall and ion-slip effect on MHD boundary layer flow of a Micro polar fluid past a wedge. Scientia Iranica, Transaction B: Mechanical Engineering., Elsevier. Volume 20, Issue 3, June 2013, Pages 467–476.
    25. Ziya Uddin, Manoj Kumar and Souad Harmand. Influence of thermal radiation and heat generation/absorption on MHD heat transfer flow of a micropolar fluid past a wedge considering hall and ion slip currents. Thermal Science- International Scientific Journal, Society of Thermal Engineers, Serbia, 18(2), 2014, pp. S489-S502
    26. Vandana Bisht, Manoj Kumar and Ziya Uddin. Effects of variable thermal conductivity and chemical reaction on steady mixed convection boundary layer flow with heat and mass transfer inside a cone due to a point sink, Journal of Applied and Fluid Mechanics, Physical Society of Iran,  (2011), Vol. 4, No. 4, 59-63 (ISSN: 1735-3645).

    Book Published

    • Ziya Uddin, Mukesh Kumar Awasthi, Rishi Asthana, Mangey Ram, “Computing and Simulation for Engineers”, CRC Press, 2022
    • Ziya Uddin, “Computational Fluid Dynamics”, 1st Ed, LAP, LAMBERT Academic Publishing GmbH & Co. KG, Germany, ISBN 978-3-8465-8434-7, April 2012.
    • “Student’s Choice for Most Inspirational Faculty” award at BMU, SOET
    • Best Faculty Award in 2016-2017 at BMU, SOET
    • GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering), 2007
    • CSIR-UGC (JRF), 2008
    • University Research Fellowship, 2007-2008.
    • Postdoctoral fellowship from French government.
    • Dr Ziya has published a book on “Computational Fluid Dynamics”, LAP, LAMBERT Academic Publishing GmbH & Co. KG, Germany, ISBN 978-3-8465-8434-7
    • Dr Ziya is the member of IAENG (International Association of Engineers) and Societe Francaise de Thermique (Thermal society of France).
    • Dr. Ziya has also attended various conferences and symposia of national and international level and presented his research work in these forums.
    • Dr Ziya has been the member of technical expert committees for various conferences.
    • Dr. Ziya is also the reviewer of various journals of international repute like, Int J Thermal Sciences, Meccanica, Journal of applied fluid mechanics, Canadian Journal of physics, physica etc.
    • Funded Research Project: 3 years research grant of Rs. 16.85 Lacs for the research project “Analysis and Modelling of Atmospheric Boundary Layers using Spectral Element Method’ received by National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM), Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) Mumbai. (as Co-PI)
    • Funded Research Project: Research grant of Rs. 10.40 Lacs for the research project “Empowering Diversity: An Empirical Exploration of Queer Entrepreneurship in India” by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR).
    • Received the “Special recognition award” for overall contribution during the academic year 2021-2022 at BMU, India
    • Received the “Special recognition award” for overall contribution during the academic year 2019-2020 at BMU, India