Soumya Nag
About Soumya Nag
Soumya Nag is a Senior Staff Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, with a background in material science and engineering. He has over a decade of experience in alloy development and property evaluation, particularly for structural components in aircraft engines and gas turbines.
Current Position at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Soumya Nag has been serving as a Senior Staff Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2021. In this role, he focuses on advancing research in materials science, particularly in the area of structural alloys. His expertise contributes to the laboratory's mission of addressing critical challenges in energy and materials.
Previous Experience at GE Research
Prior to his current position, Soumya Nag worked at GE Research as a Senior Scientist in Material Science and Engineering from 2014 to 2021. During this seven-year tenure in Niskayuna, NY, he engaged in alloy development and property evaluation, specifically targeting applications in aircraft engines and gas turbines.
Academic Background
Soumya Nag completed his Ph.D. and Master’s Degree at The Ohio State University from 2005 to 2008. He also holds a B.Tech degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, which he obtained from 1998 to 2002. His academic training laid the foundation for his extensive research career in materials science.
Research Portfolio and Publications
Soumya Nag has a diverse research portfolio that emphasizes phase transformation in structural alloys across various length and time scales. He has published numerous peer-reviewed research papers, which are accessible on platforms such as Google Scholar and ResearchGate. His work has significantly contributed to the understanding of mechanical and environmental properties of lightweight, high-temperature structural alloys.
Teaching Role at Clarkson University
In addition to his research, Soumya Nag has been an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Clarkson University since 2020. In this capacity, he shares his expertise with students and contributes to the academic community through teaching and mentoring.