Sandhya Jalgar | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Sandhya Jalgar | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar at Karnatak Lingayat Education Technological University, India.

Dr. Sandhya R. Jalgar is a dedicated Structural Engineering professional with expertise in nanotechnology, boasting over 10 years of academic experience and 3 years in the construction industry. Her research primarily focuses on hybrid nanocomposite dampers, earthquake-resistant structures, and structural health monitoring. She has supervised multiple student research projects and has actively contributed to bridging academia and industry through workshops, curriculum development, and technical collaborations. With an impressive portfolio of research publications and a passion for advancing material science, Dr. Jalgar continues to innovate in the field of structural engineering.

Publication Profile

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Education

Ph.D. in Structural Engineering (Nanotechnology)
KLE Technological University, Hubli, India (2025)
Thesis: Design and Development of Hybrid Nanocomposite Damper for Structural Energy Dissipation.

M. Tech in Structural Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi, India (2018)

B.E. in Civil Engineering
B.V.B. College of Engineering and Technology, Hubli, India (2005)

Professional Experience

Associate Engineer, Neilsoft Engineering Technology (3 years)

Supervised structural design for multistoried buildings in the UK and US.

Specialized in ETABS, STAAD Pro, and OASYS.

Lecturer, C.I. Munavalli Polytechnic (3 years)

Taught RCC, Environmental Engineering, Estimation, and Costing.

Supervised structural design projects.

Lecturer, KLE Institute of Technology (3 years)

Delivered lectures on RCC, Steel Design, and Structural Analysis.

Mentored UG and PG projects and published research papers.

Assistant Professor, AGMR College of Engineering and Technology (3 years)

Focused on Structural Engineering subjects and curriculum development.

Research Interest 

Dr. Jalgar’s research spans:

Nanotechnology Applications: Developing hybrid nanocomposite dampers for structural resilience.

Structural Health Monitoring: Implementing retrofitting techniques.

High-Performance Concrete: Innovating with nano-materials and composite reinforcements.

Skills

Software Expertise: ETABS, STAAD Pro, AutoCAD, ANSYS

Technical Proficiency: MATLAB, MS Project, Revit

Standards Knowledge: IS, IRC, ACI, Eurocodes

Top Noted Publication

 

  • Title: Epicyclic Gear Train-Based Device to Harvest Electric Energy from Pressure Energy Towards Sustainable Environment

  • Authors: S. Bhagyeshkumar Vijaybhai Suryavanshi, H.A. Fidvi Huzaifa A., R.C. Nayak Ramesh Chandra, P.C. Ghutke Pratik C., S.R. Jalgar Sandhya R.

  • Type: Conference Paper

Conclusion

Dr. Sandhya R. Jalgar‘s impressive academic background, innovative research in nanotechnology, and extensive teaching experience make her a suitable and deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. While opportunities exist to expand her collaborations and publications, her contributions to structural engineering are transformative. With her dedication to solving real-world challenges and shaping the next generation of engineers, Dr. Jalgar exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding researcher and mentor.