Ashok Saxena

Ashok Saxena is the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at the University of Arkansas since July 2015. He holds the title of Adjunct Regents’ Professor. Previously, he served as a Distinguished Professor, former dean, and Vice Chancellor of a new university in India. He also founded the Biomedical Engineering Department and held multiple endowed chairs at the University of Arkansas, including the 21st Century Graduate Research Endowed Chair in Materials Science (2003-2007), the Irma and Raymond Giffels’ Endowed Chair in Engineering (2007-2012), and the George and Boyce Billingsley Endowed Chair (2014-2015).

Education:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (1970) from Indian Institute of Technology
• M.S. and Ph.D. in Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering (1972 and 1974) from University of Cincinnati

Research Focus: Saxena’s research spans multidisciplinary fields including linear/nonlinear fracture mechanics, high-temperature component durability, and nanostructured materials. Recent interests include biomedical engineering, additive manufacturing, and biomaterials. His work emphasizes practical applications in material science and engineering design.

Awards & Recognition:

• Endowed chairs at University of Arkansas

Administration & Leadership: As Provost, he oversees academic affairs. His prior roles include Dean and academic leadership in India. No specific grants or advising details are provided in the text.