Dr. Sumana Ghosh (Das) is a Senior Principal Scientist at CSIR-CGCRI, specializing in bio-ceramics and coatings ๐๐ฌ. She earned her B.E. from IIEST Shibpur, M.Tech from IIT Kharagpur, and Ph.D. from Jadavpur University. Her groundbreaking research focuses on thermal barrier coatings and microwave processing ๐ก. With over two decades at CGCRI, she has contributed to numerous high-impact projects and publications ๐. Dr. Ghosh has received prestigious awards like the Bharat Jyoti Award ๐ and the Lifetime Achievement Award from Marquis Whoโs Who ๐. She actively mentors Ph.D. students and reviews national and international research proposals ๐ฉโ๐ซ.
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Educational Attainmentsย
Dr. Sumana Ghosh (Das) is a distinguished metallurgical engineer ๐ง with a passion for materials science. She earned her B.E. in Metallurgical Engineering from IIEST, Shibpur in 1998 ๐, followed by an M.Tech. in Materials Science from IIT Kharagpur in 2000 ๐๏ธ. In 2010, she completed her Ph.D. at Jadavpur University ๐, focusing on the structure-property relationship in thermal barrier coatings ๐ฌ. Dr. Ghoshโs academic journey reflects her dedication to advancing material technologies, contributing to innovations in engineering applications. Her expertise bridges the gap between research and practical solutions in the field of metallurgical and materials science.
Professional Experienceย
Dr. Sumana Ghosh (Das) is a Senior Principal Scientist at CSIR-CGCRI, Kolkata ๐. She began her career as a Junior Scientist in 2001 and steadily progressed to Scientist (2006-2011) ๐งช, Senior Scientist (2011-2015) ๐ฌ, and Principal Scientist (2015-2020) ๐
. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Ghosh has made significant contributions to the fields of bio-ceramics and coatings ๐. Her expertise continues to drive innovation and advanced research at CSIR-CGCRI, shaping the future of material science in India ๐.
Scientific Contributionsย
Dr. Ghosh is a leading researcher in materials science, with over 14 high-impact publications ๐. Her innovative work explores novel coating methods, microwave sintering, and high-temperature glass-ceramic coatings ๐ฌ. These advancements have paved the way for breakthroughs in aerospace โ๏ธ and biomedical applications ๐ฅ. Dr. Ghoshโs contributions enhance material durability and performance under extreme conditions, making her a key figure in cutting-edge technology development. Her research bridges fundamental science and real-world applications, driving innovation and expanding the possibilities of modern engineering ๐.
Research Projectsย
She has led and contributed to numerous prestigious projects funded by DRDO, CSIR, ARDB, and DST ๐ฌ๐ผ. Her expertise shines through her leadership in groundbreaking initiatives like microwave processing of ceramic composites โ๏ธ๐ฅ. This innovative work has paved the way for advancements in high-temperature resistant coatings, crucial for aerospace and defense applications โ๏ธ๐ก๏ธ. Her dedication to cutting-edge research and collaboration with top scientific organizations highlights her commitment to technological progress and material science excellence ๐๐. Through these contributions, she continues to drive forward solutions for complex engineering challenges.
Awards and Recognitionsย
Dr. Sumana Ghosh (Das) is a distinguished materials scientist ๐
with numerous accolades. She secured 3rd place ๐ฅ for Best Poster Paper (2009) by The Indian Ceramic Society & NIIST, CSIR. Honored in Marquis Whoโs Who in Science and Engineering ๐ (2011-2020), she received their Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019. A reviewer for NIT Rourkela and CSIR-HRDG, sheโs won the Bharat Jyoti Award ๐, Bharat Excellence Award ๐ฅ, and the Best Citizens of India Award. As an invited speaker globally ๐, she continues to shape the field of materials science, particularly glass and ceramics.
Leadership and Engagementsย
Dr. Ghosh plays a vital role in academic administration ๐๏ธ, serving on Ph.D. selection committees ๐, project staff recruitment panels ๐ฉโ๐ป, and internal scientist assessment boards ๐งโ๐ฌ. Her dedication extends to professional societies as a life member of the Indian Ceramic Society ๐ฌ, reflecting her commitment to the field. Dr. Ghosh also contributes to scholarly advancement by regularly reviewing articles for prestigious journals ๐. Her active involvement in these areas highlights her leadership, expertise, and dedication to fostering academic excellence and scientific progress.
Research Focus
Dr. Sumana Ghoshโs research focuses on developing advanced thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) for gas turbine applications ๐ฅ๐ง. Her work emphasizes mitigating thermal growth oxidation (TGO) and enhancing high-temperature oxidation and corrosion resistance using novel glass-ceramic and composite materials ๐งช๐ก๏ธ. She explores functionally graded coatings and oxide-based anti-corrosion composites to improve durability and efficiency in harsh environments ๐ญ๐ก. Dr. Ghosh’s contributions include studies on microstructure evolution, hot corrosion behavior, and surface protection techniques, paving the way for more resilient and long-lasting turbine components โ๏ธโจ. Her innovative approaches hold significant potential for advancing materials science and energy systems ๐.
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