About
Dr. Praveen Sathiyamoorthi
Assistant Professor
Department of Metallurgical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi
About Me
Advancing the science and engineering of compositionally complex alloys through computational design, innovative processing, and microstructure–property relationships.
Dr. Praveen Sathiyamoorthi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Metallurgical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi. His research integrates computational alloy design, thermodynamic modelling, and advanced processing techniques with detailed microstructural characterization to establish processing–structure–property relationships in compositionally complex alloys, including medium- and high-entropy alloys. Through this multidisciplinary approach, his group aims to accelerate the development of next-generation metallic materials with improved strength, ductility, damage tolerance, and cryogenic performance.
Prior to joining IIT (BHU) in 2022, he held successive research positions at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), South Korea — as Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Research Assistant Professor, and Research Associate Professor — where he worked extensively on advanced structural alloys and deformation mechanisms. He obtained his M.S. & Ph.D. (Dual Degree) in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from IIT Madras. His work has resulted in numerous high-impact journal publications, invited talks, book chapters, and editorial contributions to leading international journals in materials science.
Research Interests
My research integrates computational alloy design, advanced processing routes, and detailed microstructural characterization to develop next-generation structural metallic materials.
Compositionally Complex Alloys
Designing medium- and high-entropy alloys with superior mechanical performance through composition optimization, microstructural engineering, and thermodynamic principles.
Computational Alloy Design
CALPHAD-guided alloy development, thermodynamic modelling, and integrated computational materials engineering (ICME) for accelerated alloy discovery.
Advanced Manufacturing
Additive manufacturing, powder metallurgy, severe plastic deformation, and innovative processing routes for advanced metallic materials.
Mechanical Behaviour
Understanding deformation mechanisms, strengthening, cryogenic performance, ductility, and processing–structure–property relationships.
Academic Journey
My academic journey spans research, teaching, and international collaborations in metallurgy and materials science.
2022–Present
Assistant Professor
Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi
2021–2022
Research Associate Professor
POSTECH, South Korea
2019–2021
Research Assistant Professor
POSTECH, South Korea
2017–2019
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
POSTECH, South Korea
2009–2016
M.S. & Ph.D.
Indian Institute of Technology Madras
2005–2009
B.E. Metallurgical Engineering
Government College of Engineering, Salem
Professional Service
Contributing to the global materials science community through editorial responsibilities and peer-review activities.
Editorial Roles
- Editorial Board Member – Scientific Reports
- Editorial Board Member – Metals and Materials International
- Associate Editor – Frontiers in Metals and Alloys
- Guest Editor – Metals
- Guest Editor – Frontiers in Materials
Honors & Awards
Recognition and support received across fellowships, research, publications, and presentations.
Research Fellowships
- POSTECH Initiative for Fostering Unicorn of Research and Innovation (PIURI), South Korea (Sep 2020 – Aug 2022)
- Korea Research Fellowship (KRF) / Brain Pool (BP) Program, National Research Foundation, South Korea (Apr 2017 – Dec 2021)
- Half-Time Research Assistantship (HTRA), MHRD, India (Jul 2009 – Jul 2016)
- Summer Undergraduate Mentorship in Mechanical Engineering Research (SUMMER), IISc Bangalore, India (May 2008 – Jul 2008)
Research Awards
- Institute Research Award, IIT Madras (2015)
Publication Awards
- Best Article Award, Advanced Engineering Materials (2018)
- Topmost Cited Article Award, Advanced Engineering Materials (2018–2019)
Presentation Awards
- Best Poster Presentation, National Conference on Advances in Naval Materials (2013)
- Third Prize – Oral Presentation, National Metallurgist Day and Annual Technical Meeting (2015)
- Third Prize – Oral Presentation, National Metallurgist Day and Annual Technical Meeting (2013)
Travel & Endowment Grants
- TMS Travel Grant (2014)
- IIM Swarna Jayanti Endowment Fund (2014)
Featured Recognition
Curriculum Vitae
My curriculum vitae provides a comprehensive overview of my academic career, research contributions, publications, funded projects, teaching activities, professional service, and awards.
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