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  • Dr. Ghulam Rasool

  • Job Title :

    Assistant Professor

  • College :

    College of Engineering


  • Department :

    Mechanical Engineering


Dr. Ghulam Rasool, Assistant Research Professor at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University, KSA, holds a Ph.D. in Fluid Mechanics from Zhejiang University (QS Top 50) and is recognized among the world’s top 2% scientists in Stanford’s global researcher ranking. His expertise spans fluid mechanics, CFD, entropy analysis, and nano-enhanced thermal energy storage, focusing on hybrid nanofluids, Nano-PCMs, and AI-driven optimization for sustainable energy systems. Dr. Rasool has led internationally funded projects supported by the Beijing Natural Science Foundation and China’s Ministry of Science and Technology. He is a recipient of the Top Cited Article and Wuxi Friendship Ambassador Awards. A member of ASTFE and AMS, he serves as Academic Editor for PLOS One and others, and reviews for leading journals such as Energy and Applied Thermal Engineering.

 

 

Dr. Ghulam Rasool holds a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics (Fluid Mechanics) from Zhejiang University, China, a globally ranked top 50 institution. His doctoral research focused on optimizing heat and mass transfer and advanced thermal energy management systems. In addition to his Ph.D., he completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Lebanese American University, Lebanon & Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, further strengthening his expertise in renewable energy systems and industrial sustainability. 

Dr. Rasool also holds an M.S. in Computational Mathematics from COMSATS University, Pakistan, an M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics from Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan, and a B.Sc. in Mathematics and Physics from the University of the Punjab, Pakistan. 

 

Recent Publications: 

1. “Isothermal behaviour and streamline visualization of a tetra-hybrid nanoparticle suspension in water-based Williamson fluid under the influence of the stefan effect”, Journal: Tribology International, Doi: 10.1016/j.triboint.2025.111365,  Quartile: Q1,  IF: 6.9

2. “A comprehensive approach for detection and inspection of steel pipeline utilizing variational mode decomposition, clustering, and continuous wavelet transform”, Journal: Measurement, Doi: 10.1016/j.measurement.2025.119270,   Quartile: Q1,   IF: 5.6

3. “Computational modeling of peristaltic blood flow in a tapered channel with radiative heat flux and reaction mechanisms”, Journal: South African Journal of Chemical Engineering, Doi: 10.1016/j.sajce.2025.11.005, Quartile: Q1, IF: 5.1

4. “The impact of nonlinear motion on convective heat transfer induced by oscillating thermal waves along vertical porous plate”, Journal: Modern Physics Letters B,  Doi: 10.1142/S0217984925502136,  Quartile: Q1   IF: 2.2

5. “Peristaltic mechanism in particulate suspensions of Ellis's fluid flow through uniform and non-uniform channels”, Journal: Results in Surfaces and Interfaces, Doi: 10.1016/j.rsurfi.2025.100662, Quartile: Q2, IF: 6.3

6. “Data-Driven Leakage Detection in Gas Pipelines through Wavelet Denoising and Variogram-Based Kriging”, Journal: Journal of Pipeline Science and Engineering, Doi: 10.1016/j.jpse.2025.100384, Quartile: Q1, IF: 4.9

7. “Computational study of the role of reduced gravity on convective heat transfer in the presence of heat source and sink along a moving surface”, Journal: Modern Physics Letters B, Doi: 10.1142/S0217984925501428   Quartile: Q1  IF: 2.2

8. “Modeling Maxwell fluid flow with triple slip conditions and Radiative-MHD effects over a flat plate”, Journal: Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences, Doi: 10.1016/j.jrras.2025.101829, Quartile: Q2, IF: 2.5

9. “Performance evaluation of flow and thermal behavior in two-phase Prandtl fluid using perturbation analysis”, Journal: International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer, Doi: 10.1016/j.icheatmasstransfer.2025.109246,   Quartile: Q1,  IF: 6.4

10. “Transforming thermal storage: The role of nano-enhanced PCMs in modern energy applications”, Journal: International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer, Doi: 10.1016/j.icheatmasstransfer.2025.109315,  Quartile: Q1,  IF: 6.4

11. “Theoretical study of the optical and thermodynamic properties of aluminum oxide (Al2O3) with high pressures at elevated temperatures”, Journal: Modern Physics Letters B, Doi: 10.1142/S0217984925501040,  Quartile: Q1,  IF: 2.2

12. “A comprehensive study on heat transfer mechanism and thermal runaway suppression of the lithium‐ion battery”, Journal: International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer, Doi: 10.1016/j.ijheatmasstransfer.2025.127027,  Quartile: Q1,  IF: 6.4

13. “Linear and nonlinear stability analysis of generalized nanofluid convection in a porous medium with inclination effects”, Journal: Physics of Fluids, Doi: 10.1063/5.0275607,  Quartile: Q1,  IF: 4.2

14. “A novel thermal-cloak-based thermal design for preventing thermal runaway propagation in lithium-ion battery packs”, Journal: Journal of Energy Storage, Doi: 10.1016/j.est.2025.116828,  Quartile: Q1,  IF: 9.8

15. “Intricate dynamics of MHD radiative hybrid magnetic nanofluid movement along convectively heated slanted stretched sheet with shape factor and slip conditions in porous medium”, Journal: Modern Physics Letters B, Doi: 10.1142/S0217984925500228, Quartile: Q1, IF: 2.2

16. “Computational Analysis of Heat and Mass Transfer Dynamics on Vertical Surfaces with Algebraic Velocity Decay”, Journal: Thermal Advances, Doi: 10.1016/j.thradv.2025.100056, Quartile: Q1, IF: 1.1

17. “Insights of peristaltic transport of a radiative tangent hyperbolic fluid in a tapered slanted conduit with joule heating and Hall currents”, Journal: Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences, Doi: 10.1016/j.jrras.2025.101492, Quartile: Q2, IF: 2.5

18. “Optimal control and sensitivity analysis of a mathematical model for MDR-TB transmission with advanced treatment strategies”, Journal: The European Physical Journal Plus, Doi: 10.1140/epjp/s13360-025-06486-8,  Quartile:Q2,  IF: 2.9

19. “Computational study of the combined impacts of variable density of the hydrosphere and thermal jump in atmosphere on climate change”, Journal: Alexandria Engineering Journal, Doi: 10.1016/j.aej.2025.02.108,  Quartile: Q1 IF: 6.8

20. “Impact of porous medium on natural convection heat transfer in plume generated due to the combined erects of heat source and aligned magnetic field”, Journal: Modern Physics Letters B, Doi: 10.1142/S0217984924504840, Quartile: Q1, IF: 2.2

21. “MHD effect on peristaltic motion of Williamson fluid via porous channel with suction and injection”, Journal: Partial Differential Equations in Applied Mathematics, Doi: 10.1016/j.padiff.2025.101103, Quartile: Q2  IF: 2.8

22. “Nanofluids for Advanced Applications: A Comprehensive Review on Preparation Methods, Properties, and Environmental Impact”, Journal: ACS Omega, Doi: 10.1021/acsomega.4c10143,  Quartile: Q1,  IF: 4.3

23. “Thermophoretic convection with catalytic chemical reaction in source region heat sink in plume: Exploring climate change dynamics in double stratified atmosphere”, Journal: Physics of Fluids, Doi: 10.1063/5.0251484,  Quartile: Q1,  IF: 4.2

24. “Effect of surface conversion on thermodynamic properties of bulk aluminum oxide (Al2O3) at high pressure and temperature: First principle study”, Journal: International Journal of Modern Physics, Doi: 10.1142/S0129183125500196,  Quartile: Q3  IF: 1.6

25. “Exploring MHD-Generated Flow in a Triangular Cavity having an elliptic obstruction: Implications for Industrial Applications”, Journal: Scientia Iranica, Doi: 10.24200/sci.2025.62407.7824, Quartile: Q2, IF: 1,9

26. “Detection of Steel Pipeline without removing cladding based on differential compensation probe”, Journal: Metrology and Measurement Systems,  Doi: 10.24425/mms.2025.152775,  Quartile: Q3,  IF: 1.1

27. “Impact of Nonlinear Motion on Convective Heat Transfer Induced by Oscillating Thermal Waves in the Presence of Heat Source and Sink”, Journal: Nano, Doi: 10.1142/S1793292025500389,  Quartile: Q4,  IF: 1.2

28. “Imprac tof Hybrid nanofluid convective heat transfer on climate change adjacent to the surface of the tilted hemisphere placed in the atmosphere”, Journal: Journal of Porous Media, Doi: 10.1615/JPorMedia.2025056594,  Quartile: Q2,  IF: 2.3

29. “Further insights into the effects of magnetism and thermal radiation on Al2O3–Cu/engine oil hybrid nanofluid flow in Darcy–Forchheimer porous media”, Journal: Modern Physics Letters B, Doi: 10.1142/S0217984925502793, Quartile: Q1, IF: 2.2

30. “Investigating the Pressure-Dependent Enhancement of Oxide Layers (Al2O3) at Elevated Temperatures: A Theoretical and Experimental Analysis”, Journal: Nano, Doi: 10.1142/S1793292025500997,  Quartile: Q4  IF: 1.2

31. “Analysis of Magnetohydrodynamics Williamson Fluid’s Thermal Radiation and Ohmic Heating Effects via an Inclined Channel” Conference Paper: 18th International Conference on Interdisciplinarity in Engineering, INTER-ENG 2024, Doi: 10.1007/978-3-031-81685-7_30

32. “Thermophoretic convection in porous atmosphere due to boosting temperature of plume: Climate change effects”, Journal: Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, Doi: 10.1016/j.csite.2024.105537,  Quartile: Q1  IF: 6.4

33. “Computational analysis of MHD natural convection flow of Al2O3/water–ethylene glycol (50:50) hybrid nanofluid in an octagonal chamber with circular heated blocks”, Journal: Multiscale and Multidisciplinary Modeling, Experiments and Design, Doi: 10.1007/s41939-025-00898-w, Quartile: Q2, IF: 2.0

The full list can be found at: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Hvw26kMAAAAJ&hl=en

 

Dr. Ghulam Rasool is actively affiliated with leading scientific and professional organizations that support thermal fluid sciences, applied mathematics, and renewable energy research. He is a Member of the American Society of Thermal and Fluid Engineers (ASTFE) and the American Mathematical Society (AMS), contributing to advancements in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and mathematical modeling.

In addition to his professional memberships, he serves as an Academic Editor for PLOS One, Heliyon, Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, and Advances in Mathematical Physics, and he is a Topical Advisory Panel Member at MDPI, where he plays a key role in evaluating and advancing research in his fields of expertise.

Dr. Rasool's affiliations extend to international research collaborations with institutions in China, the USA, Lebanon, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan, engaging in global projects on thermal energy storage, AI-driven renewable energy optimization, and carbon capture technologies. These affiliations support his ongoing contributions to peer-reviewed research, industry collaborations, and sustainable energy initiatives, ensuring a meaningful impact on global energy transition efforts.

 

Research Profiles:

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Hvw26kMAAAAJ&hl=en 

ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ghulam-Rasool-11?ev=hdr_xprf 

WOS: https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/J-9842-2019 

Other Information: 

1. Research Collaborations & International Engagements

·      Collaborated with leading international researchers and institutions in China, Morocco, USA, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan.

·      Engaged in global research projects focused on thermal energy storage, AI-driven renewable energy integration, and carbon capture technologies.

2. Editorial & Peer-Review Contributions

·      Academic Editor at PLOS One, Heliyon, Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, and Advances in Mathematical Physics.

·      Topical Advisory Panel Member at MDPI.

·      Reviewer for high-impact journals, including Energy, Applied Thermal Engineering, International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, and Renewable Energy.

·      Served as a guest editor and advisory reviewer for special issues in fluid mechanics and thermal energy research.

3. Conference & Workshop Contributions

·      Presented research at prestigious international conferences, covering thermal energy storage, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and renewable energy systems.

·      Organized and led the Seminar on Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics at Beijing University of Technology, China.

4. Software & Technical Skills

·      Expertise in ANSYS FLUENT, COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB Simulink, OpenFOAM, Python (Machine Learning), and AI-based modeling.

·      Skilled in CFD simulations, numerical methods, entropy analysis, and multi-scale energy modeling.

5. Honors & Recognitions

·      Top Cited Article Award, recognizing high-impact contributions to thermal energy storage and fluid mechanics research.

·      Wuxi Friendship Ambassador Award, recognizing exceptional academic and research contributions in China.

·      Recipient of the High Talent International Researchers Fund for outstanding research in nanotechnology and entropy optimization (China).

·      Awarded the Beijing Research Activities Fund for groundbreaking work in nano-enhanced latent heat thermal energy storage (China).

6. Professional Courses & Certifications

·      Introduction to Modern Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) – Oregon State University, Corvallis, USA, 2024.

·      Meshless Methods for Fluid Flow Simulations in Complex Domains – Oregon State University, Corvallis, USA, 2024.

·      IT Diploma – Joher Institute of Information Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan, 2005.

·      Spoken English Certification – Joher Institute of Information Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan, 2005.

 

Dr. Ghulam Rasool is an Assistant Research Professor at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University, KSA, specializing in areas of applied mathematics, fluid mechanics, thermal energy storage, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and optimization for renewable energy applications. With extensive experience in academia and research, he has made significant contributions to thermal management, smart energy storage, and heat transfer applications. His work focuses on developing advanced energy solutions, integrating AI-driven modeling, and enhancing industrial sustainability to support the global transition toward clean and efficient energy systems.

Academic & Research Positions

§  Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University, KSA (2024 – Present)

·       Conducting research on latent heat thermal energy storage (LHTES), hybrid nanofluids, and AI-driven energy management systems.

·       Supervising graduate research projects in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and sustainable energy technologies.

§  JAR: High-Level Foreign Experts Innovation Center, China (2024 – Present)

Advisory Foreign Expert

·       Advising on cutting-edge research and technological advancements in fluid mechanics, energy storage, and computational sciences.

·       Leading collaborative research on AI-driven thermal energy optimization and carbon capture technologies.

§  Beijing University of Technology, China (2022 – 2024)

Senior Researcher

·       Led high-impact projects on nano-enhanced phase change materials (Nano-PCMs) and hybrid nanofluids for thermal energy storage applications.

·       Developed CFD models and entropy analysis techniques for optimizing heat exchanger performance and solar-assisted energy systems.

·       Published extensively in high-impact journals on heat transfer.

§  Dublin College @ Beijing University of Technology, China (2024)

Visiting Lecturer

·       Taught courses on Basic and Applied Mathematical and Theoretical Physics. 

§  Lebanese American University, Lebanon (2023 – 2024)

Postdoctoral Fellow

·       Conducted advanced research on heat transfer optimization, hybrid nanofluids, and smart energy management.

§  Wuxi University, China (2020 – 2022)

Assistant Professor

·       Taught and supervised undergraduate research projects in mathematical modeling, fluid mechanics, and applications.

·       Developed multi-scale entropy analysis and heat transfer models. 

§  Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan (2016 – 2017)

Visiting Lecturer

·       Taught courses in applied mathematics, mathematical analysis, and Business Mathematics. 

§  Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan (2006 – 2017)

Administrative Staff

·       Managed clerical tasks and administrative operations in Administration block. 

§  Key Research Projects

·       High Talent International Researchers Fund (2022–2024) – Principal Investigator
Advancement in Nanotechnology: Theory and Applications of Nanofluids with Entropy Optimization

·       Beijing Postdoctoral Research Activities Fund (2023–2024) – Principal Investigator
Research on Fundamental Theory and Implementation Technology of Packed-Bed Nano-Enhanced Latent Heat and Thermal Energy Storage System Integrated with Multiple Biomimetic Structures

·       Beijing Natural Science Foundation Fund (2023–2024) – Principal Investigator
Novel Ternary Battery Thermal Management System Based on Nano-Enhanced Phase Change Materials, Metallic Fins, and Airflow to Enhance Li-ion Battery Life and Performance Capacity

·       Young Foreign Expert Project Fund by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China (2023–2024) – Foreign Expert
Research on Theory and Implementation Technology of Nano-Enhanced Latent Heat and Thermal Energy Storage System Integrated with Composite Phase Change Materials and Carbon Black Nanofluid

·       University of Tabuk – International Collaborative Research Project (2023–2025) – Foreign Collaborator
Optimizing Battery Storage and Smart Grid Sizing for Rapid EV Charging: AI Machine Learning and Conventional Mathematical Models Approach to Address Uncertainties and Battery Degradation

 

1. Calculus I

2. Calculus II

3. Calculus III

4. Fluid Mechanics I

5. Fluid Mechanics II

6. Mathematics & Stat for Business 

7. Mathematics & Stat for Management 

8. Discrete Mathematics

9. Numerical Methods

10. Ordinary Differential Equations

11. Partial Differential Equations

12. Thermodynamics 

13. Linear Algebra

14. Heat Transfer 

15. Finite Mathematics for Business 

16. Statistical Methods 

 

·       Applied Mathematics and Fluid Mechanics for energy and industrial applications

·       Heat Transfer Optimization in Latent Heat Thermal Energy Storage (LHTES) systems

·       Nano-Enhanced Phase Change Materials (Nano-PCMs) for improved thermal performance

·       Hybrid Nanofluids for enhancing heat transfer and energy storage capacity

·       Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and numerical modeling of thermal systems

·       Entropy Analysis for evaluating system efficiency and thermal irreversibility

·       AI-Based Predictive Modeling for Smart Thermal Energy Management

·       Battery Thermal Management Systems and low-carbon industrial applications

·       AI-Driven Optimization in renewable energy integration and waste heat recovery

·       Heat Exchanger Design and Efficiency Enhancement

 

1. Member, American Society of Thermal and Fluid Engineers (ASTFE)

2. Member, American Mathematical Society (AMS)