Mrs Sadhwi Dash | Composite Materials | Women Researcher Award
Mrs. Sadhwi Suman Dash is an emerging researcher and Assistant Professor in Physics ๐ฌ๐, specializing in dielectric materials, magnetic composites, and lead-free ceramics โ๏ธ๐งฒ. She holds a Ph.D. in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics from VSSUT, Burla ๐ and has published in reputed journals like Ceramics International and Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics ๐๐. Her expertise spans ferroelectric behavior, morphotropic phase boundaries, and nitrogen annealing effects ๐๐ฅ. Passionate about teaching and mentoring, she blends research with pedagogy in her classroom ๐ฉโ๐ซ๐ก. Mrs. Dash is a committed voice in materials science and higher education ๐๐.
Mrs Sadhwi Dash, Kalinga University, India
Profile
๐ Education
Mrs. Sadhwi Dash holds a Ph.D. in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics from VSSUT, Burla ๐๐ฌ, where she began her research in 2018 and has completed the experimental phase. She earned her M.Sc. in Applied Physics with a CGPA of 8.15 in 2016 ๐โ๏ธ and a B.Sc. in Physics (Hons.) with 78.8% in 2014 ๐งฎ๐. Her academic journey began with stellar school performances at DAV Public Schools in Bandhbahal and Banharpali, scoring 93.6% in Class 10 and 76% in Class 12 ๐ ๐. Her education reflects a consistent focus on physics and materials science from an early stage ๐๐ง .
๐ป Experienceย
Mrs. Sadhwi Dash is an experienced educator with over 8 years of teaching physics across undergraduate and higher secondary levels ๐๐งฒ. Currently an Assistant Professor at Kalinga University (2024โPresent), she teaches Quantum Mechanics, Solid State Physics, and Mathematical Physics to UG and PG students ๐ง ๐. She has previously served as a Guest Faculty at Vedic Degree College and as a Lecturer at Brajrajnagar Degree College, delivering concept-driven instruction and guiding student research projects ๐ฌ๐. Her early experience at BEM School involved teaching classes 11โ12 using tech-enabled methods ๐๐ป. Her pedagogy emphasizes critical thinking and applied learning.
๐ย Workshop & Seminarย
Mrs. Sadhwi Dash has actively participated in national-level seminars, workshops, and faculty development programs focused on functional materials, sustainable physics, and advanced materials research ๐งช๐ฌ. Notable engagements include the Orissa Physical Society conventions, TEQIP-III FDPs on material design and simulation techniques, and thematic workshops on large-scale materials behavior and data analysis ๐ก๐. Her early academic engagement in astronomical optics reflects her curiosity beyond condensed matter physics ๐ญ๐ . These activities highlight her dedication to continuous learning, collaborative research, and remaining updated with innovations in physics and material science ๐๐ฑ.
๐ Research Focus
Mrs. Sadhwi Dashโs research focuses on lead-free ferroelectric ceramics, dielectric and magnetic composites, and energy storage materials ๐งชโก๐งฒ. Her work explores the impact of nitrogen annealing, morphotropic phase boundaries, and phase engineering on the electrical, magnetic, and thermal behavior of advanced ceramic systems ๐งฌ๐. Through experimental studies on systems like BCZT and BNT-based composites, she aims to develop eco-friendly, high-performance materials for electronic and capacitor applications ๐ฟ๐ก. Her interdisciplinary efforts link materials science, solid-state physics, and sustainable technologies, driving innovation in next-generation multifunctional materials ๐๐ง๐.
๐ Publications
Influence of Nitrogen Annealing on Dielectric, Electrical, and Magnetic Properties of 0.94(Biโ.โ
Naโ.โ
)TiOโโ0.06BaTiOโ/Coโ.โโ
Znโ.โโ
FeโOโ Composites
Authors: Dash, Sadhwi S.; Zhang, Yajun; Behera, Banarji; Sahoo, M.P.K.
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics (2024), Vol. 35, Article 2178
Intermediate Ferroelectric Phase Driven FerroelectricโRelaxor Crossover and Superior Storage Properties in Phase Boundary Engineered BCZT Ceramics
Authors: Nayak, R.L.; Zhang, Yajun; Dash, Sadhwi S.; Sahoo, M.P.K.
Journal: Ceramics International (2022), Vol. 48, pp. 10803โ10816
Enhanced Dielectric, Thermal Stability, and Energy Storage Properties in Compositionally Engineered Lead-Free Ceramics at the Morphotropic Phase Boundary
Authors: Nayak, R.L.; Dash, Sadhwi S.; Zhang, Yajun; Sahoo, M.P.K.
Journal: Ceramics International (2021), Vol. 47, pp. 17220โ17233