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Amit Misra is the Edward DeMille Campbell Collegiate Professor of Materials Science and Engineering and Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan. He also serves as the Faculty Director of the Michigan Materials Research Institute (MMRI). Previously, he was the Department Chair of Materials Science & Engineering from June 2014 to December 2022.
Education:
- B.S. (May 1989), Metallurgical Engineering, Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University (now IIT-Varanasi), India
- M.S. (Aug. 1991), Materials Science and Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
- Ph.D. (Sept. 1994), Materials Science and Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Professor Misra's research focuses on nano mechanics, electron microscopy, laser processed metallic alloys, and metallic thin films. His work particularly emphasizes understanding light-weight structural materials, radiation-damage tolerant materials, high strength and high electrical conductivity materials, and other metal-based multiphase and composite materials. His research program centers on designing materials with enhanced functionality through understanding and control of interface and defect phenomena. His recent work has extensively explored additive manufacturing processes, particularly laser powder bed fusion, to create novel metallic alloys and composites with tailored microstructures and properties.
Analysis of Professor Misra's recent publications reveals a strong focus on advanced characterization techniques combined with computational modeling to understand materials behavior at multiple scales. His work spans from fundamental studies of dislocation mechanisms and phase transformations to applied research in additive manufacturing and radiation damage tolerance. A significant portion of his recent work involves aluminum-silicon eutectic systems, magnesium alloys, and ferrous alloys processed through various laser-based techniques.
Scientific Awards:
- Fellow, TMS, Class of 2022
- TMS Cyril Stanley Smith Award, 2021
- Fellow, AAAS, 2018
- Brimacombe Medalist, TMS, 2017
- Fellow, Materials Research Society (MRS), Class of 2016
- 2016 DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD, TMS
- Fellow, Los Alamos National Laboratory, class of 2011
- Fellow, American Society of Metals (ASM), International: class of 2011
- 2011 DISTINGUISHED SCIENTIST/ENGINEER AWARD, TMS
- 2008 LANL Fellows' Prize for outstanding research in nanomechanics
- 2013 LANL Distinguished Postdoctoral Mentor award
Professor Misra has led numerous research projects, particularly in the areas of radiation damage tolerance, nanomechanics, and additive manufacturing of metallic materials. His group has received significant funding from DOE, NSF, and other agencies supporting fundamental and applied materials research. His mentorship has been recognized with the 2013 LANL Distinguished Postdoctoral Mentor award. He has advised numerous graduate students and postdocs who have gone on to successful careers in academia and industry.
Professor Misra leads the Nanomechanics and Metallic Interfaces Laboratory, which is equipped with advanced characterization tools for studying materials at multiple length scales. His research group collaborates extensively with national laboratories and industry partners to address critical challenges in materials science and engineering.
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