Dr. Gangadhara Prusty

Professor

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Biography

Gangadhara Prusty is a Scientia Professor at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), specializing in composite mechanics with expertise across nano-, micro-, and macro-scale systems. His interdisciplinary research incorporates advanced materials and state-of-the-art manufacturing automation, leading to innovative solutions in structural composites and biomechanics applications. As the Founding Director of the ARC Training Centre for Automated Manufacture of Advanced Composites (AMAC), he has significantly influenced Australia’s composite manufacturing through strategic initiatives and collaborations. He has secured over 100 competitive research grants and authored 300 peer-reviewed publications while supervising more than 35 doctoral candidates. His work, including patents for dental composites, has contributed to advancements in materials science and manufacturing. Prusty has received national recognition for his teaching innovations, including an Australian Award for University Teaching. He is a Fellow of several prestigious institutions, reflecting his significant contributions to engineering education and research.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2016-01-01 — Present

ARC Training Centre Automated Manufacture Advanced Composites (AMAC) • University of New South Wales

Director Research

2022-01-01 — 2025-01-01

Australian Composites Manufacturing CRC (ACM CRC) •

Deputy Director

2008-01-01 — 2019-01-01

Centre Sustainable Materials Research Technology (SMaRT@UNSW) • University of New South Wales

Visiting Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Liege • Belgium

Scientia Professor

2025-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales •

Professor

2014-01-01 — 2024-01-01

University of New South Wales •

Associate Professor

2011-01-01 — 2013-01-01

University of New South Wales •

Senior Lecturer

2007-01-01 — 2010-01-01

University of New South Wales •

Lecturer

2005-01-01 — 2007-01-01

University of New South Wales •

Courses

Engineering Mechanics Solids Composites: Materials, Mechanics Manufacturing

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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