Sumana Ghosh (Das) | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Sumana Ghosh (Das) | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr Sumana Ghosh Das, CSIR-CGCRI, India

Dr. Sumana Ghosh (Das) is a Senior Principal Scientist at CSIR-CGCRI, specializing in bio-ceramics and coatings 🎓🔬. 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 📡. With over two decades at CGCRI, she has contributed to numerous high-impact projects and publications 📚. Dr. Ghosh has received prestigious awards like the Bharat Jyoti Award 🏆 and the Lifetime Achievement Award from Marquis Who’s Who 🌍. She actively mentors Ph.D. students and reviews national and international research proposals 👩‍🏫.

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Educational Attainments 

Dr. Sumana Ghosh (Das) is a distinguished metallurgical engineer 🔧 with a passion for materials science. She earned her B.E. in Metallurgical Engineering from IIEST, Shibpur in 1998 🎓, followed by an M.Tech. in Materials Science from IIT Kharagpur in 2000 🏗️. In 2010, she completed her Ph.D. at Jadavpur University 🎓, focusing on the structure-property relationship in thermal barrier coatings 🔬. Dr. Ghosh’s 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 Experience 

Dr. Sumana Ghosh (Das) is a Senior Principal Scientist at CSIR-CGCRI, Kolkata 🌟. She began her career as a Junior Scientist in 2001 and steadily progressed to Scientist (2006-2011) 🧪, Senior Scientist (2011-2015) 🔬, and Principal Scientist (2015-2020) 🏅. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Ghosh has made significant contributions to the fields of bio-ceramics and coatings 💎. Her expertise continues to drive innovation and advanced research at CSIR-CGCRI, shaping the future of material science in India 🚀.

Scientific Contributions 

Dr. Ghosh is a leading researcher in materials science, with over 14 high-impact publications 📚. Her innovative work explores novel coating methods, microwave sintering, and high-temperature glass-ceramic coatings 🔬. These advancements have paved the way for breakthroughs in aerospace ✈️ and biomedical applications 🏥. Dr. Ghosh’s 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 🌐.

Research Projects 

She has led and contributed to numerous prestigious projects funded by DRDO, CSIR, ARDB, and DST 🔬💼. Her expertise shines through her leadership in groundbreaking initiatives like microwave processing of ceramic composites ⚙️🔥. This innovative work has paved the way for advancements in high-temperature resistant coatings, crucial for aerospace and defense applications ✈️🛡️. Her dedication to cutting-edge research and collaboration with top scientific organizations highlights her commitment to technological progress and material science excellence 🚀📚. Through these contributions, she continues to drive forward solutions for complex engineering challenges.

Awards and Recognitions 

Dr. Sumana Ghosh (Das) is a distinguished materials scientist 🏅 with numerous accolades. She secured 3rd place 🥉 for Best Poster Paper (2009) by The Indian Ceramic Society & NIIST, CSIR. Honored in Marquis Who’s Who in Science and Engineering 📚 (2011-2020), she received their Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019. A reviewer for NIT Rourkela and CSIR-HRDG, she’s won the Bharat Jyoti Award 🏆, Bharat Excellence Award 🥇, and the Best Citizens of India Award. As an invited speaker globally 🌏, she continues to shape the field of materials science, particularly glass and ceramics.

Leadership and Engagements 

Dr. Ghosh plays a vital role in academic administration 🏛️, serving on Ph.D. selection committees 🎓, project staff recruitment panels 👩‍💻, and internal scientist assessment boards 🧑‍🔬. Her dedication extends to professional societies as a life member of the Indian Ceramic Society 🔬, reflecting her commitment to the field. Dr. Ghosh also contributes to scholarly advancement by regularly reviewing articles for prestigious journals 📚. Her active involvement in these areas highlights her leadership, expertise, and dedication to fostering academic excellence and scientific progress.

Research Focus

Dr. Sumana Ghosh’s research focuses on developing advanced thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) for gas turbine applications 🔥🔧. Her work emphasizes mitigating thermal growth oxidation (TGO) and enhancing high-temperature oxidation and corrosion resistance using novel glass-ceramic and composite materials 🧪🛡️. She explores functionally graded coatings and oxide-based anti-corrosion composites to improve durability and efficiency in harsh environments 🏭💡. 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 ⚙️✨. Her innovative approaches hold significant potential for advancing materials science and energy systems 🚀.

Publication top notes

Mitigating TGO growth with glass-ceramic based thermal barrier coatings for gas turbine applications

Novel oxide based anti-corrosion composite coating for gas turbines

High-temperature oxidation-resistant glass–ceramic/YSZ composite coatings for gas turbine engine applications

Hot Corrosion Behaviour of Three-Layered Functionally Graded Glass–ceramic–YSZ-based Thermal Barrier Coating System

Surface and interfacial microstructure evolution of isothermally oxidized thermal barrier coating system

Tamara Erceg | Chemistry and Materials Science | Hypothesis Achievement Award

Tamara Erceg | Chemistry and Materials Science | Hypothesis Achievement Award

Dr Tamara Erceg, Faculty of Technology Novi Sad, Serbia

Dr. Tamara Erceg is a Research Associate at the Faculty of Technology Novi Sad, University of Novi Sad, with a Ph.D. in Polymer Science. Her research focuses on polymer materials, including their design, synthesis, and recycling, emphasizing green chemistry and biodegradable packaging. Dr. Erceg is involved in educational activities, teaching courses in synthetic polymer chemistry and polymer processing. She has published extensively on biobased materials and active packaging, contributing to high-impact journals. Additionally, she reviews papers for top-tier journals and is engaged in various academic and scientific committees. 🌿🔬📚

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Education

Dr. Tamara Erceg holds a Ph.D. in Polymer Science from the University of Novi Sad, completed in 2019 with an impressive average grade of 10.00. Their doctoral thesis focused on “Structuring of Polymer Networks Based on Acrylamide and Acrylic Acid.” Prior to this, Dr. [Name] earned both an MSc and a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Engineering from the same university, graduating with an average of 9.70. Their Master’s thesis explored “The Properties of Water-in-Oil Emulsions Stabilized by Polyglycerol Polyester Emulsifiers.” 🧪🎓

Experience

Since 2013, Tamara Erceg has been delivering private lectures on Probability and Statistics, and Chemistry 📚. Since 2016, they have been actively involved in educational and pedagogical work at the Faculty of Technology, University of Novi Sad 🎓. Their responsibilities include conducting and preparing laboratory and computational exercises for Materials Engineering courses such as Synthetic Polymer Chemistry, Plastic Processing Technology, and Recycling of Polymer Materials 🧪🔬. They also contribute to research funded by the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia 🌟🔍. [Name] is dedicated to advancing both teaching and research in the field.

Projects

From 2010 to 2019, the user contributed to nanocomposites and functional materials research funded by the Serbian Ministry of Education. They have since engaged in diverse projects, including biodegradable materials, diagnostic probes, and bioeconomy applications. Notable roles include managing the “E-NOSE” Horizon Europe project (2023) and leading the “BugControl” initiative (2024). Other projects involve optimization of food carbohydrates, waste valorization, and advanced hydrogels for agriculture. They have also collaborated internationally on quantum correlations and wearable smart patches. Their work spans significant research funding and innovative developments. 🌍🔬📈🌱🧪

Research focus

Based on the provided research publications, the individual’s research focus seems to center on sustainable and eco-friendly materials in food and packaging industries. Their work includes developing biodegradable films, active coatings, and nanotechnology-based coatings, which aim to enhance food preservation and packaging efficiency. They also explore the incorporation of natural substances like essential oils and plant-based extracts for improving product stability and shelf life. The research emphasizes using biopolymers and plant-derived materials to create environmentally friendly and functional products. 🌱📦🔬

Publication top notes

Updating the Status quo on the Eco-Friendly Approach for Antioxidants Recovered from Plant Matrices Using Cloud Point Extraction

Comparison of the Properties of Pullulan-Based Active Edible Coatings Implemented for Improving Sliced Cheese Shelf Life

Preparation and Characterization of PHBV/PCL-Diol Blend Films

Progress in Fruit and Vegetable Preservation: Plant-Based Nanoemulsion Coatings and Their Evolving Trends

Hydrolytic and thermal stability of urea-formaldehyde resins based on tannin and betaine bio-fillers

Insight on Incorporation of Essential Oils as Antimicrobial Substances in Biopolymer-Based Active Packaging

Preparation and characterization of biodegradable cellulose acetate-based films with novel plasticizer obtained by polyethylene terephthalate glycolysis intended for active packaging

Fortification of chocolate with microencapsulated fish oil: Effect of protein wall material on physicochemical properties of microcapsules and chocolate matrix

A comprehensive approach to chitosan-gelatine edible coating with β-cyclodextrin/lemongrass essential oil inclusion complex — Characterization and food application