Dr. Tarasankar Debroy

Professor

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Biography

Tarasankar DebRoy is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Pennsylvania State University. His research focuses on computational materials processing, with particular emphasis on numerical heat and mass transfer, welding, additive manufacturing, and optimization. He has made significant contributions in developing rigorous numerical models that tackle complex transport phenomena in materials processing, particularly in welding and 3D printing. DebRoy has a wealth of experience, having served as Founding Editor for 'Science and Technology of Welding and Joining' and held various esteemed academic positions across several institutions, including the Indian Institute of Science and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His work has greatly influenced the field, leading to advances in understanding and controlling parameters that affect metallurgical product quality. DebRoy has guided numerous graduate students in interdisciplinary research collaborations and has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, highlighting his dedication and contribution to the field of welding science and technology.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

1980-01-01 — 1984-01-01

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA

Served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering.

Associate Professor

1984-01-01 — 1989-01-01

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA

Promoted to Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering.

Professor

1989-01-01 — Present

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA

Currently a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering.

Awards

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William Irrgang Memorial Award

2021-01-01
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Fulbright-FACEPE Distinguished Chair

2012-01-01
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Distinguished Visiting Fellowship

2011-01-01
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Yoshiaki Arata Award

2006-01-01
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Honorary Membership Award

2003-01-01
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ASM International Visiting Lectureship Award

2003-01-01
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57th Comfort Adams Lecture

2000-01-01
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Fellow

1999-01-01
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Faculty Scholar Medal

1997-01-01
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Fellow

1993-01-01
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Wilson Research Award

1993-01-01
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Adams Memorial Membership Award

1992-01-01

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.