Anamika Malla is currently pursuing a PhD in wind science and engineering at Texas Tech University. Her academic journey began with a bachelor’s in civil engineering from Tribhuvan University, followed by a master’s from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Her research primarily involves experimental simulations in a Ward-type tornado simulator and numerical simulations of tornado-like vortices using computational fluid dynamics. During her master’s, she conducted a detailed parametric study on the aerodynamic performance of H-type vertical axis wind turbines.
Since 2022, Malla has been working as a research assistant at Texas Tech University, focusing on the analysis of the impact of tornado-like flows on structural designs. She has studied and published tornado-like loading on low-rise buildings and aerodynamic modifications to reduce wind loads on tall buildings. In addition to her academic research, Malla has professional experience in structural engineering, where she engaged in the design and analysis of residential buildings and participated in the rehabilitation of educational institutions in Nepal after the 2015 earthquake. Her dedication to the field is recognized by her membership in the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society.
Apart from my studies and research, Malla loves exploring art and philosophy. She enjoys visiting art galleries to soak up new ideas and perspectives. On weekends, you might find me hiking, trying to find moments of refreshing counterbalance to her technical work. Whenever she can steal a moment or two, she likes to read philosophy or various fiction and non-fiction books.