Nihal Kanbargi
About Nihal Kanbargi
Nihal Kanbargi is a Post Doctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a Ph.D. in Polymer Science and Engineering and specializes in developing advanced materials for various sectors including additive manufacturing and aerospace.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Nihal Kanbargi has been serving as a Post Doctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2018. In this role, he focuses on advancing research in polymer science and engineering. His work contributes to the laboratory's mission of developing innovative materials and processes that can be applied across various sectors, including energy and manufacturing.
Education and Expertise
Nihal Kanbargi earned his Ph.D. in Polymer Science and Engineering, specializing in the structure-process-property relationships of anisotropic multiphase polymer systems. He studied at Doms, IIT Roorkee from 2007 to 2012, where he developed a strong foundation in materials science. His academic background supports his research interests in next-generation materials for diverse applications.
Research Experience
Before joining Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Nihal Kanbargi gained extensive research experience. He worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Massachusetts Amherst from 2012 to 2018. Additionally, he completed internships at various institutions, including the Centre For Materials For Electronics Technology in India and Ecam Lyon in Spain, where he focused on materials research.
Collaborations and Industry Engagement
Nihal Kanbargi has collaborated with industry, government, and academic institutions to advance high-performance structural polymers and composites. His work aims to develop materials and processes that meet the demands of sectors such as additive manufacturing, automobiles, and aerospace, contributing to the evolution of innovative technologies.