Dr. Raj Kishora Dash | University of Hyderabad | India
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Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Raj Kishora Dash began his distinguished academic journey in the United States, where he completed both his M.S. (2002) in Materials Science and Engineering (specializing in Nanomaterials) and his Ph.D. (2006) in Mechanical Engineering (specializing in MEMS and Nanotechnology) from the prestigious Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY, USA. His academic training provided a strong multidisciplinary foundation, encompassing Condensed Matter Physics, materials science, and engineering applications. His excellence in research was internationally recognized early, as he was nominated for Who’s Who in America in 2007.
Professional Endeavors
Following his postdoctoral research in the USA, Dr. Dash returned to India and joined the School of Engineering Sciences & Technology, University of Hyderabad on 8th March 2011 as an Associate Professor. Since then, he has established himself as a prolific researcher and educator in the domains of Nanotechnology, MEMS, and Advanced Materials, with a deep integration of Condensed Matter Physics principles. He has secured multiple national and international grants, including high-profile funding from ISRO, IoE-UoH, UGC, NPMASS-ADA, and more, worth several crores. His projects address real-world challenges such as wearable thermoelectric devices, epoxy-based EMI shielding, and SiC MEMS sensors.
Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Dash's research focuses on Advanced Nanomaterials, Thermoelectric Energy Harvesting, Flexible Sensors, Graphene-MXene Composites, and MEMS/NEMS technologies. He has guided 14 Ph.D. scholars (8 awarded, 1 submitted, 5 ongoing) and over 44 M.Tech and B.Tech students. His work is highly interdisciplinary, integrating concepts from Condensed Matter Physics, Materials Science, and Mechanical Engineering to develop applications in wearable electronics, sensor technology, and thermal energy harvesting. Notable projects include the development of MXene-Graphene composites, Bi₂Te₃-based nanomaterials, and liquid-phase exfoliated graphene.
Impact and Influence
Dr. Dash has had a far-reaching impact in the fields of Nanotechnology and Condensed Matter Physics, recognized through awards like the Best Paper of the Year (2013) by IOP, UK, and nomination to Who’s Who in America (2007). His collaboration with academia, industry, and national laboratories underscores the translational value of his research. He has presented invited talks and contributed to international conferences, becoming a notable face in the global condensed matter and nanomaterials research community.
Academic Cites
With numerous peer-reviewed publications and active participation in international forums, Dr. Dash’s research is highly cited within the academic community. His works on graphene composites, nanostructured thermoelectrics, and MEMS sensors have found significant relevance in advancing the practical understanding of Condensed Matter Physics phenomena. His efforts in exploring the structure-property relationships of materials have opened new avenues for energy and sensor applications.
Legacy and Future Contributions
As a mentor, innovator, and academic leader, Dr. Raj Kishora Dash is shaping the future of Nanotechnology and MEMS research in India. His legacy is evident in the successful careers of his research students, the high-impact research grants he has mobilized, and his pioneering work at the intersection of Condensed Matter Physics and Engineering Applications. His future contributions are expected to push boundaries in wearable technologies, flexible electronics, and energy-harvesting systems, potentially transforming how technology interacts with human physiology and industrial systems.
Condensed Matter Physics
Dr. Dash’s pioneering research in Condensed Matter Physics is evident in his work on nanostructures, thermal transport, and energy-efficient devices. His application of Condensed Matter Physics principles to practical technologies such as MEMS, thermoelectrics, and graphene composites positions him as a leader in the field. As his projects continue to evolve, the integration of Condensed Matter Physicsinto real-world innovations remains a central theme of his scientific legacy.
Notable Publications
Tribological performance of Al alloys dispersed with carbon nanotubes or Ni-coated carbon nanotubes produced by mechanical milling and extrusion
- Authors: N.S. Anas, L. Rama Krishna, R.K. Dash, R. Vijay
Journal: Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance
Year: 2020
Citations: 11
Synthesis of graphene oxide and reduced graphene oxide using volumetric method by a novel approach without NaNO₂ or NaNO₃
- Authors: R. Gunda, B.S. Madireddy, R.K. Dash
Journal: Applied Nanoscience
Year: 2018
Citations: 11
Effect of conductive and non-conductive substrates on the formation of anodic aluminum oxide (AAO) template for mask-less nanofabrication
- Authors: D. Borgohain, R.K. Dash, G.K. Mamidipudi
Journal: Microelectronic Engineering
Year: 2016
Citations: 7
Effect of the precursor graphite on the structure and morphology of graphite oxide and reduced graphene oxide
- Authors: R.K.D., Demudu B. Dommisa
Journal: Advanced Materials Letters
Year: 2017
Citations: 6
Influence of the reducing agent on the formation and morphology of the bismuth telluride nanostructures by using template assisted chemical process: From nanowires to ultrathin …
- Authors: B. Ketharachapalli, N.N. Pillala, R.K. Dash
Journal: Journal of Crystal Growth
Year: 2020
Citations: 3
Size dependent phase and morphological transformation of alumina nanoparticles
- Authors: D.B. Dommisa, R.K. Dash
Journal: Materials Research Express
Year: 2018
Citations: 3
Understanding the influence of thermal annealing of the metal catalyst on the metal assisted chemical etching of silicon
- Authors: D. Borgohain, R.K. Dash
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics
Year: 2018
Citations: 3
The role of delaminating agents on the structure, morphology, bonding and electrical properties of HF etched MXenes
- Authors: S. Singh, S. Dharavath, S. Kodali, R.K. Dash
Journal: FlatChem
Year: 2025
Citations: 2