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Early Academic Pursuits 🎓
Dr. Preeta Sharan's academic journey began with a strong foundation in engineering and technology. She completed her Ph.D. from the Institute of Technology (IT), Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in 1998. Following this, she pursued post-doctoral research at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur, in 2002. These formative years were marked by rigorous research and academic excellence, setting the stage for her future contributions to the field of engineering.
Professional Endeavors 🏢
Currently, Dr. Preeta Sharan is a Professor and Dean of Research at The Oxford College of Engineering in Bangalore. Her professional journey has been enriched by numerous roles and responsibilities, demonstrating her dedication to both teaching and research. Her professional journey also includes extensive international exposure, having visited countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, China, and Ireland.
Contributions and Research Focus 🔬
Dr. Sharan's research has been prolific, with over 200 publications to her name, including 150+ journal articles and 80 conference paper presentations. Her innovative mind is also reflected in her 13 patents filed in India. Her research interests lie in the fields of electronics and photonics, where she has made significant contributions, particularly in developing photonic devices and systems.
Accolades and Recognition 🏆
Dr. Preeta Sharan's work has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. Notable among these are:
- "Woman of the Year" by the American Biographical Institute (ABI USA) in 1998 and 2009.
- IEEE Humanitarian Challenge Awards by the R10 Section, Asia Pacific in 2012 and 2013.
- VGST Citation Award for the Center of Excellence in Photonics by the Vision Group of Science and Technology.
- Various project awards including the 1st Rank in IMARC, SIGHT project in 2015 and Best Project of the Year Award by KSCST in 2017.
- Innovation Project Award by IEEE WIECON in 2017 and Light Excellence Award by IEEE Photonic Society, Bangalore Section in 2019.
- National Award by KSTA Karnataka State and Technology Academy for a project in 2022.
- Honored as one of the 75 women across India in STEAM, featured in the book "She Is: 75 Women in STEAM" in 2022.
Impact and Influence 🌟
Dr. Sharan's influence extends beyond her research. She has been actively involved in the IEEE community, serving as the SIGHT Coordinator for the IEEE Bangalore Section in 2014 and the Student Activity Chair in 2013. Her contributions to innovation in teaching were recognized with a published article in WIPRO's "MISSION 10X" magazine in 2012.
Legacy and Future Contributions 🌐
Dr. Preeta Sharan's legacy is built on her relentless pursuit of excellence in engineering education and research. She has received numerous scholarships, including the GATE-94 from the HRD Ministry, Government of India, UGC Fellowships for JRF and SRF, and a BHU Scholarship for research in 1992. Her dedication to her field and her students ensures that she will continue to make significant contributions to engineering and technology, inspiring future generations of engineers and researchers.
Publications
- A rail wheel contact temperature prediction model using fiber Bragg Grating sensor on test rig
Authors: N. Deepa, Preeta Sharan, Sneha Sharma
Journal: Optical Fiber Technology
Year: 2024
- An FBG-based optical pressure sensor for the measurement of radial artery pulse pressure
Authors: Gowda, R.B., Sharan, P., Saara, K., Braim, M., Alodhayb, A.N.
Journal: Journal of Biophotonics
Year: 2024
- Design and analysis of a fiber Bragg grating-based foot pressure assessment system
Authors: Sharan, P., Khouqeer, G.A., El-Badry, B.A., Upadhyaya, A.M.
Journal: Journal of Biophotonics
Year: 2024
- Real-time implementation of optical sensor on lab rig model for speed estimation
Authors: Nagaraju, D., Sharan, P., Sharma, S., Chakraborty, S.
Journal: Journal of Optics (India)
Year: 2024
- Measurement model of integrated FBG sensor for beam structure
Authors: Nandi, S., Chethana, K., Srinivas, T., Sharan, P.
Journal: Journal of Optics (India)
Year: 2024