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Sneha Prabha Narra is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), specializing in advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly in metals additive manufacturing. She earned her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from CMU in 2017, following two Master's degrees—one in Mechanical Engineering and another in Computational Mechanics, both from CMU, and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Osmania University in 2012. Before joining CMU in July 2021, she was an Assistant Professor at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) from Fall 2018. Dr. Narra is actively involved in research related to 3D printing and robotics, and she serves as an Associate Editor for the journal Additive Manufacturing. She plays a significant role in organizing workshops and symposia for the TMS Additive Manufacturing Bridge Committee. Her work has garnered several accolades, including recognition at the International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing. Dr. Narra is committed to educating youth about engineering through hands-on activities, engaging local elementary school students in additive manufacturing concepts.
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