Dr. Smita A. Acharya is a Professor of Physics at RTM Nagpur University, specializing in advanced materials, particularly multifunctional ceramics, polymer-ceramic composites, and energy materials. With over two decades of teaching and research experience, her work focuses on fuel cells, energy storage, and nanostructured materials. Dr. Acharya has led significant research projects funded by agencies like SERB and UGC, and her contributions to solid oxide fuel cells and multiferroic materials are widely recognized. She has received prestigious awards, including the Young Scientist Award and the Raman Fellowship, and serves in various administrative roles at her university.
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Suitability of Dr. (Mrs.) Smita A. Acharya for the Research for Women Researcher Awards
Summary of Suitability: Dr. Smita A. Acharya is an outstanding candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Awards. She holds an impressive academic and professional background as a Professor in the Department of Physics at RTM Nagpur University and leads advanced material research, particularly in ceramics and nanocomposites for energy applications. Her role as a C.V. Raman Fellow in the USA and her postdoctoral work at prestigious institutions such as Pennsylvania State University demonstrate her international recognition and commitment to scientific excellence.
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Dr. Smita A. Acharya earned her Ph.D. in Physics/Materials Science from RTM Nagpur University in 2008, where she focused on advanced materials and their applications in energy technologies. This foundational education has been pivotal in shaping her research trajectory and expertise in multifunctional ceramics, polymer-ceramic composites, and energy materials.
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Dr. Smita A. Acharya has held the position of Professor in the Department of Physics at RTM Nagpur University since 2015, where she has been instrumental in advancing research and education in materials science. Prior to this, she served as an Associate Professor from 2009 to 2015. In addition to her roles at RTM Nagpur University, she has been a visiting faculty member at prestigious institutions such as Pennsylvania State University and Delaware State University in the USA, further enhancing her academic influence and collaboration in the field.
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Awards & Honors:
Dr. Smita A. Acharya has received several prestigious awards throughout her career, including the Young Scientist Award from the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the Raman Fellowship from the University Grants Commission (UGC). She has also been honored with multiple Best Paper and Poster Awards, reflecting her significant contributions to the fields of materials science and energy technology.
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Green and Traditional Synthesis of Copper Oxide and Its Effect on Optical Properties of CuO
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PVDFāNovel Double Perovskite (NdāMnFeOā) OrganicāInorganic Nano-Composite Membrane: For Flexible Energy Storage Devices
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Investigation of Sr Doping Effect on Oxygen Ion De-Localization in GdāTiāOā Pyrochlore System and Its Influence on Charge Relaxation Dynamics and Ionic Conductivity: As Electrolyte for IT-SOFCs
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Study of Dielectric and Electrical Properties of Novel Lead-Free Double Perovskite Oxide
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Effect of Compaction Pressure on Sinterability, Microstructure and Electrical Behavior of Baā.ā
Naā.āāSrā.āāTiOā System