Sankar Das | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Sankar Das | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member 

Assistant Research Professor| Yeungnam University | South Korea

Sankar Das is a highly cited materials chemist and Research Fellow at Nanyang Technological University, internationally recognized for his impactful contributions to nanomaterials, photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and energy‐conversion research. With 891 total citations, an h-index of 17, and an i10-index of 20, his scholarly influence reflects both sustained productivity and high global relevance. His research spans material chemistry, nanoparticle design, catalytic systems, and environmental remediation, with a strong emphasis on light‐driven processes and clean energy technologies. Among his most cited works are pioneering studies on hierarchical MnO₂ nanocomposites for solar‐enhanced photocatalysis, halloysite nanotubes for isotope‐selective atmospheric CO₂ capture, CdS nanorods for LED‐driven antibiotic degradation, and Cu‐doped InP/ZnS quantum dots for visible‐light hydrogen evolution, several of which have individually received close to or over 100 citations. His investigations into doped metal oxides, intermetallic catalysts, and clay‐based nanocomposites have significantly advanced electrocatalytic oxygen evolution, toxic metal adsorption (Hg, As), and pollutant degradation. Dr. Das has also contributed to breakthrough methodologies for CO₂ trapping, moisture‐induced isotopic separation, and surface homojunction engineering in g-C₃N₄ for sacrificial‐agent‐free photocatalysis. His publication record highlights consistent collaboration across chemistry, environmental science, materials engineering, and nanotechnology, with multiple papers in leading journals such as ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, Nano Letters, Chemical Engineering Journal, Scientific Reports, Small, and Dalton Transactions. Collectively, his work addresses critical global challenges in clean energy generation, air and water purification, and sustainable catalysis, positioning him as a leading researcher in advanced functional nanomaterials and light‐assisted chemical technologies.

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Featured Publications

  1. Das, S., Samanta, A., & Jana, S. (2017). Light-assisted synthesis of hierarchical flower-like MnO2 nanocomposites with solar light induced enhanced photocatalytic activity. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 5(10), 9086–9094.

  2. Jana, S., Das, S., Ghosh, C., Maity, A., & Pradhan, M. (2015). Halloysite nanotubes capturing isotope selective atmospheric CO2. Scientific Reports, 5, 8711.

  3. Das, S., & Ahn, Y. H. (2022). Synthesis and application of CdS nanorods for LED-based photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline antibiotic. Chemosphere, 291, 132870.

  4. Bang, J., Das, S., Yu, E. J., Kim, K., Lim, H., Kim, S., & Hong, J. W. (2020). Controlled photoinduced electron transfer from InP/ZnS quantum dots through Cu doping: A new prototype for the visible-light photocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction. Nano Letters, 20(9), 6263–6271.

  5. Samanta, A., Das, S., & Jana, S. (2019). Doping of Ni in α-Fe2O3 nanoclews to boost oxygen evolution electrocatalysis. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 7(14), 12117–12124.

Through pioneering materials research, the nominee delivers scalable technologies that address critical challenges in energy, environment, and advanced manufacturing. Their vision advances scientific excellence while creating measurable societal and industrial impact.

Prashanth Konda Gokuldoss | Material Sciences | Editorial Board Member

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Prof Dr. Prashanth Konda Gokuldoss | Material Sciences | Editorial Board Member 

Professor | Tallinn University of Technology | Estonia

Prashanth, Konda Gokuldoss is a highly prolific materials scientist based in Tallinn, Estonia, currently affiliated with Tallinna Tehnikaülikool, with an internationally recognized research profile in advanced materials, metallurgy, and additive manufacturing. With 188 Scopus-indexed publications, over 7,238 citations from 4,565 citing documents, and a strong h-index of 41, his scientific impact reflects sustained excellence and global collaboration across 347 co-authors and 31 major research topics. His core expertise spans microstructure evolution, strengthening mechanisms, titanium alloys (notably Ti-6Al-4V), Inconel, metallic glasses, amorphous alloys, high-entropy alloys, and advanced powder-based manufacturing routes such as selective laser melting, laser powder bed fusion, and spark plasma sintering. His research addresses both fundamental and applied aspects of materials science, including mechanical behavior, corrosion resistance, crack mitigation, bio-response, and functional performance of metals, ceramics, and hybrid metal–ceramic composites. A significant portion of his work focuses on tailoring microstructures through process optimization, preheating strategies, alloy modification, and reinforcement with ceramic phases like TiC and TiB to achieve superior strength, durability, and multifunctional properties. He has also contributed to emerging areas such as craniofacial implant materials, virucidal ceramic–metal composites, and crack-free alloy design for additive manufacturing. His multidisciplinary output, published in leading journals such as Journal of Alloys and Compounds, Additive Manufacturing, Ceramics International, Metals, and Journal of Materials Science and Technology, reflects both academic rigor and strong industrial relevance. Through sustained scholarly productivity, international collaboration, and high citation influence, Prashanth, Konda Gokuldoss has established himself as a leading figure in the science and engineering of next-generation structural and functional materials for advanced manufacturing applications.

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Featured Publications

  1. Chen, H., Kosiba, K., Lu, T., Prashanth, K. G., & Suryanarayana, C. (2023). Hierarchical microstructures and strengthening mechanisms of nano-TiC reinforced CoCrFeMnNi high-entropy alloy composites prepared by laser powder bed fusion. Journal of Materials Science and Technology, 136, 245–259.

  2. Singh, N., Ummethala, R., Surreddi, K. B., Chatterjee, K., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Effect of TiB addition on the mechanical and biological response of spark plasma sintered Ti6Al7Nb matrix composites. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 924, 166502.

  3. Maurya, H. S., Kosiba, K., Juhani, K., Sergejev, F., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Effect of powder bed preheating on the crack formation and microstructure in ceramic matrix composites fabricated by laser powder-bed fusion process. Additive Manufacturing, 58, 103013.

  4. Maya, J., Sivaprasad, K., Sarath Kumar, G. V., Lykov, P., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Microstructure, mechanical properties, and corrosion behavior of 06Cr15Ni4CuMo processed by selective laser melting. Metals, 12(8), 1303.

  5. Rahmani, R., Kamboj, N., Brojan, M., Antonov, M., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Hybrid metal–ceramic biomaterials fabricated through powder bed fusion and powder metallurgy for improved impact resistance of craniofacial implants. Materialia, 24, 101465.

Prashanth, Konda Gokuldoss is driving transformative advances in additive manufacturing and advanced alloys by bridging fundamental microstructure science with real-world industrial applications. His innovations enable stronger, safer, and more functional materials for aerospace, biomedical, and energy sectors, accelerating sustainable global manufacturing.