Apala Majumdar

Apala Majumdar is a Professor in Applied Mathematics at The University of Manchester, Department of Mathematics. Her research focuses on mathematical modelling, applied analysis, and theoretical physics, particularly in the areas of nematic liquid crystals and partially ordered materials. Her work explores continuum theories, multiscale approaches, non-equilibrium phenomena, and industrial applications. She has collaborated with researchers across disciplines and institutions, including Merck Chemicals, and has held leadership roles in research groups and international networks. She is also a Visiting Professor at the University of Strathclyde and IIT Bombay, and a member of several academic committees. Her research contributes to the Sustainable Development Goal 9, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.

APALA Majumdar is a Professor of Applied Mathematics known for her research in Liquid Crystals, Calculus of Variations, and Nonlinear PDEs. Her work focuses on the mathematical modeling of nematic liquid crystals, including the Landau–de Gennes theory, equilibrium order parameters, and director field dynamics. She explores the interplay between molecular and continuum models, examining phenomena such as multistability, order reconstruction, and symmetry in liquid crystal equilibria. Her research also addresses the behavior of liquid crystals in confined geometries and the impact of external stimuli on their structure. Majumdar's contributions span both theoretical and experimental studies, advancing the understanding of complex patterns and phase transitions in soft matter systems.