Innovative Research Award
Sampreeth S
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India
Sampreeth S is a researcher affiliated with the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India, whose supplied academic profile identifies M23C6 precipitate stability as a subject area. Research into precipitate stability is relevant to physical metallurgy, microstructural evolution, alloy performance and the development of materials for demanding engineering applications. The researcher’s supplied Scopus profile records seven documents, 49 citations and an h-index of 4. [1] This article presents a profile for consideration under the Innovative Research Award offered by Metallurgical Engineering Awards.
Abstract
This research profile presents Sampreeth S, affiliated with the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, in the context of the Innovative Research Award in metallurgical engineering. The stated subject area, M23C6 precipitate stability, is associated with the investigation of carbide precipitation and its relationship to alloy microstructure and properties. M23C6 carbides are studied in several alloy systems because their formation, distribution and stability can influence microstructural development and material performance. [2] The supplied bibliometric indicators are seven documents, 49 citations and an h-index of 4. These data establish a preliminary publication-profile overview; individual research findings and specific contributions require confirmation through the linked scholarly records and original publications.
Keywords
Sampreeth S; Innovative Research Award; metallurgical engineering; precipitate stability; M23C6 carbides; physical metallurgy; microstructural evolution; alloy development; materials characterization; Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur.
Introduction
Metallurgical engineering investigates the relationships among material composition, processing, microstructure and properties. An important aspect of this discipline is understanding how secondary phases and precipitates form, evolve and remain stable under different thermal and service conditions. Such investigations can support the design of alloys with suitable mechanical properties, microstructural reliability and resistance to degradation. [2]
M23C6 is a chromium-rich carbide phase encountered in various steels and high-temperature alloys. Its precipitation behaviour can depend on chemical composition, temperature, exposure time and prior processing.[3]
Research Profile
Sampreeth S is associated with the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, an institution in India with academic and research activities across engineering and science. The supplied research information identifies M23C6 precipitate stability as the relevant subject area. A detailed assessment of the researcher’s technical specialization should be based on publication titles, abstracts, experimental methods and documented research outcomes.[1] [4]
Research Contributions
Research on precipitate stability can contribute to metallurgical engineering by clarifying the formation and evolution of secondary phases in alloys. For M23C6 carbides, relevant research questions include the conditions that promote precipitation, the influence of thermal exposure, the distribution of carbides within the microstructure and the relationship between phase evolution and material properties. Established research in this area demonstrates the importance of understanding precipitation and microstructural change when assessing alloy performance. [2] [3]
Publications
The supplied Scopus profile reports seven documents associated with the researcher. The Scopus author record and Google Scholar profile are the appropriate starting points for identifying publication titles, co-authors, journal details, publication years and citation records. [1] [5]
Because a verified publication list and individual DOI metadata were not included in the supplied information, specific papers are not listed here as confirmed works by the researcher.
Research Impact
The supplied bibliometric profile lists 49 citations across seven documents and an h-index of 4. These indicators provide a quantitative view of scholarly attention recorded in the relevant database. An h-index of 4 means that, within the database and at the time represented by the supplied data, at least four indexed publications have each received at least four citations. The indicator does not independently measure research quality, originality or practical significance. [2] [3]
Award Suitability
The Innovative Research Award presented by Metallurgical Engineering Awards is a recognition category relevant to researchers whose work demonstrates originality, scientific value and potential contributions to metallurgical engineering. The supplied profile provides an institutional affiliation, a stated research subject and bibliometric indicators that may support an initial review.
A rigorous award assessment should examine documented originality, research methodology, quality and relevance of publications, individual contribution, significance of findings and evidence of wider scholarly or technological influence. In the context of M23C6 precipitate stability, reviewers may consider whether the candidate’s publications provide new understanding of phase behaviour, microstructural evolution or alloy performance.
Conclusion
Sampreeth S is identified in the supplied information as a researcher affiliated with the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India, with a subject focus on M23C6 precipitate stability. The reported scholarly indicators are seven documents, 49 citations and an h-index of 4. Research on precipitate stability forms part of the wider study of alloy microstructures and material performance, making it relevant to metallurgical engineering. [2]
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References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Sampreeth S, Author ID 57226569573. Scopus. Researcher profile link supplied for this article; the live record should be consulted to verify publication and citation counts.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57226569573
- Porter, D. A., Easterling, K. E., & Sherif, M. Y. (2009). Phase Transformations in Metals and Alloys (3rd ed.). CRC Press. A foundational text on phase transformations, precipitation and microstructural evolution in metallic materials.
https://doi.org/10.1201/9781439883570
- Kou, S. (2003). Welding Metallurgy (2nd ed.). Wiley-Interscience. A technical reference on metallurgical transformations, microstructure and phase-related phenomena in metallic materials. This source provides general metallurgical context rather than evidence of a specific contribution by the profiled researcher.
https://doi.org/10.1002/0471434027
- G Poojari, S Sampreeth, et al. (2025). Insights into the sliding wear behaviour under dry and 3.5 wt% NaCl solution of Fe-Cr-Ni-Mo-Ti PH martensitic stainless steel.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0043164825003163
- S Sampreeth, G Poojari, et al. (2026). Segregation analysis using 3D APT in boron-containing modified 9Cr-1Mo steel.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1359646226001168