ASHOK THAPA

PhD candidate, Mechanical Engineering, Syracuse University, NY, USA (2021-Present)

M.Tech. Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, India (2018-2020)

B.E. Mechanical Engineering, Visvesvaraya Technological University, Bangalore, India (2014-2018)

Email: asthapa@syr.edu


An independent thinker, researcher, and mechanical engineer with 5 years of research experience in fluid and thermal sciences. Proven ability to independently conceptualize, design, fabricate, and execute experiments from scratch. Skilled in high-quality data acquisition, CAD-based mechanical design, CFD simulations, FEA modelling and applying machine learning for advanced analysis. 

Demonstrated leadership by initiating high-impact research and mentoring early-career researchers. Strong verbal and written communication skills demonstrated through regular meetings, conference presentations, and written technical reports.