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Sushanta K. Mitra is a full Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering at the University of Waterloo, and Executive Director of the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology. Previously, he held leadership roles including Associate Vice-President Research at York University, Chair of Mechanical Engineering at Lassonde School of Engineering, and Assistant Vice-President (Research) at the University of Alberta. His expertise spans nanotechnology, fluid dynamics, biosensors, and sustainable engineering.
Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering (University of Waterloo), MSc in Mechanical Engineering (University of Victoria). He is a Professional Engineer of Ontario and recipient of the 2015 Engineering Excellence Medal. His research focuses on micro/nano-bio-systems, soft matter physics, and environmental technologies.
Research Interests include liquid-liquid encapsulation, droplet dynamics, nanomaterials, and their applications in energy, health, and environmental sectors. He pioneered methods like liquid-liquid encapsulation and developed biosensors for waterborne pathogens and medical diagnostics.
Leadership & Awards: Elected Fellow of ASME, CSME, APS, CAE, and multiple national academies. He led pan-Canadian initiatives like IC-IMPACTS (Canada-India Research Centre) and the Global Integrated Water Management Network. His work integrates engineering with societal challenges, emphasizing sustainable nanotechnology and international collaboration.
Grants & Labs: Active in funding initiatives for renewable energy, water management, and nanotechnology. His lab develops low-cost diagnostics (e.g., paper-based devices for E. coli detection) and advanced materials for environmental remediation.
