Syeda Sumaiya

Syeda Sumaiya is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Washington State University (WSU), where she contributes to academic programs in materials engineering and mechanical engineering. Her work focuses on microstructure engineering and corrosion resistance in metallic materials, with a strong emphasis on polymer and composite material development.

• Masters in Materials Engineering, University of Manitoba (2016)
• B.S. in Materials Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (2012)

Her research explores:

• Grain boundary engineering
• Phase transformation and sensitization in FCC alloys
• Intergranular corrosion mechanisms
• Advanced materials characterization techniques

Teaching interests include:

• Structure-property relationships
• Solidification processes
• Polymer and composite materials