Shashank Shekhar

Shashank Shekhar is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. He specializes in severe plastic deformation, grain boundaries, and triple junctions, with extensive research in thermomechanical processing and machining technologies.

• PhD in Materials Science from Purdue University (2007)
• B.Tech from IIT Bombay (2001)
• Post-doctoral work at University of Pittsburgh (2008-2011)

His research interests focus on grain boundary engineering, severe plastic deformation, and surface engineering, with applications in manufacturing and materials processing. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical manufacturing applications, particularly in machining processes and microstructure control.

Analysis of his publications reveals consistent focus on microstructure evolution during deformation processes, with particular attention to grain boundary phenomena and the relationship between processing parameters and material properties. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between materials science, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing technology.

His research group focuses on Structural Nanomaterials and Automotive materials and manufacturing, indicating applied research directions with industrial relevance.

Professor Shekhar maintains an active research program with publications spanning materials characterization, deformation mechanics, and manufacturing processes. His work demonstrates both theoretical depth in grain boundary phenomena and practical applications in machining technologies.