Dr. Sulaxna Sharma
Dean of Student Welfare & Assistant Professor (Chemistry)
THDC Institute of Hydropower Engineering and Technology, Tehri, Uttarakhand, India

Professional Profile:
Dr. Sulaxna Sharma is an accomplished researcher and educator with over a decade of experience in the fields of inorganic chemistry, materials science, and nanotechnology. As the Dean of Student Welfare and Assistant Professor in Chemistry at THDC Institute of Hydropower Engineering and Technology (THDC-IHET), she combines her passion for scientific inquiry with a commitment to student development and academic excellence.

Education:
Ph.D., Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, 2007
M.Sc., Chemistry (Specialization: Inorganic Chemistry), Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, 2001
B.Sc., Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Ch. Charan Singh University, Meerut, 1999

Research Focus: Dr. Sharma's research lies at the intersection of nanoscience, materials chemistry, and applied technologies. Her work primarily focuses on:

1. Nanoscience and Materials Chemistry
2. Electroless nanocomposite coatings
3. Corrosion and wear resistance of materials
4. Synthesis and characterization of metal oxide nanoparticles
5. Biochemistry and inorganic chemistry applications

Keywords: Nanocomposite coatings, Corrosion resistance, Wear resistance, Metal oxide nanoparticles, Electroless deposition, Materials characterization, Inorganic chemistry, Nanoscience

Selected Publications:

1. Sharma, S. et al. (2016). Co-deposition of Synthesised ZnO Nano-particles into Ni-P Matrix using Electroless Technique and Their Corrosion Study. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, 25(10), 4383-4393.
2. Sharma, S. et al. (2013). Thermal Degradation Behavior of Mechanically Alloyed Mixtures of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Petroleum Coke. Plastic and Polymer Technology, 2(4), 87-91.
3. Sharma, S. et al. (2012). Synthesis, Characterization and Antibacterial Activity of Synthesized ZnO Nanoparticles of Different Morphology. Advanced Materials Research, 585, 154-158.

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Dr. Sharma's research contributions have significantly advanced our understanding of nanocomposite coatings and their applications in corrosion and wear resistance. Her work on metal oxide nanoparticles has opened new avenues in materials science and nanotechnology. As an educator, she is dedicated to fostering the next generation of scientists and engineers, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in solving complex scientific challenges.