The Department of RISE, CGC Landran, is delighted to congratulate Lt. (Dr.) Santosh Kumar, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Head, NCC Department (Associate NCC Officer), on his continued recognition among the World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University and Elsevier for the period 2023–2026. This remarkable achievement reflects his sustained dedication to research excellence, academic advancement, and meaningful contributions to the field of materials science and engineering.
With expertise in thermal spray coating, hot corrosion, erosion, and 3D printing, Lt. (Dr.) Santosh Kumar has made valuable contributions to scientific research and technological advancement. His impressive research portfolio includes 55 SCI- and Scopus-indexed publications, 50 peer-reviewed publications, two books, and 40 book chapters. Furthermore, his contributions to intellectual property are reflected in six granted patents, highlighting his commitment to innovation, knowledge creation, and the development of practical technological solutions. At the Department of RISE, CGC Landran, we take immense pride in celebrating his continued research excellence and acknowledging his valuable contributions to strengthening the institution’s Research & Development (R&D) ecosystem. Heartiest congratulations, Lt. (Dr.) Santosh Kumar, on this distinguished achievement! We wish you continued success and many more milestones in research, innovation, and academic excellence.