Dr. Rina Sahu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jamshedpur, India. With over 21 years and 10 months of experience in research and academia, she has made substantial contributions to the fields of metallic glasses, nanostructured materials, lean-grade ores, mineral beneficiation, and hydrometallurgy.

Her research career commenced at CSIR-NML Jamshedpur (2003–2010), where she spent six years working on various metallurgical research projects. Transitioning into academia, she has accumulated over 15 years of teaching experience at BIT Ranchi, OPJIT Raigarh, and NIT Jamshedpur, where she has been serving since 2012.

Significant Achievements

Research & Publications:

• Authored 168 research papers in SCI, SCOPUS, and other reputed international and national journals and conference proceedings.

• Published 21 SCI-indexed papers and 3 Scopus-indexed papers.

• Presented over 120 conference proceedings at national and international platforms.

Books Authored:

• Published 8 books, including 6 international publications with Springer and Lambert Academic Publishing.

Funded Research Projects:

• Successfully led 3 sponsored research projects funded by DST and Institute Grants.

Research Supervision:

• Supervised 10 PhD scholars (2 awarded), 17 postgraduate theses, 122 undergraduate projects, and 24 diploma projects.

Academic Contributions:

• Editorial Board Member of two reputed journals.

• Organized 14 national and international conferences and workshops.

• Actively participated in more than 15 workshops, symposia, and academic forums.

Awards & Recognition:

• Recipient of 17 prestigious awards for research excellence and academic contributions.

Professional Memberships:

• Life member of The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), The Institute of Engineers (IEI), The Institute of Indian Foundrymen (IIF), Vigyan Bharti, Jharkhand (VB), and Hum Aur Aap Foundation.

Notable Contributions

Dr. Sahu’s pioneering research in metallurgical and materials engineering has significantly enhanced the understanding of metallic glasses, nanostructured materials, coal and ore beneficiation, and hydrometallurgical processing. Her work has facilitated advancements in alloy optimization, materials processing technology, and sustainable coal utilization strategies.

She has played a pivotal role in fostering collaborative research initiatives, contributing to academic curriculum development, and mentoring emerging scholars in the field of metallurgy and materials science.

Eligibility for Distinguished Professor Award

Dr. Rina Sahu’s outstanding contributions to research, education, and scientific innovation make her a deserving recipient of the Distinguished Professor Award by Scientific Laurels. Her extensive research portfolio, dedication to mentorship, and unwavering commitment to academic excellence firmly establish her as a leading authority in metallurgical and materials engineering.