HIGHLIGHTS ADVANCED MATERIALS & PROCESSES | MARCH 2025 55 in chemical engineering focused on inhibition of corrosion in metals from the Institute for Corrosion and Multiphase Technology at Ohio University. Did you consider doing something else with your life besides engineering? My childhood dream was to become a professional soccer player, and that fantasy still lingers somewhere in my mind. However, I now realize that pursuing such a path would have been far more challenging. Engineering has always been my first career choice, but pursuing research, graduate school, and a Ph.D. wasn’t part of the original plan. My passion for research was sparked during an internship at a research lab in my junior year at IIT, an experience guided by Dr. Vivekanand Kain, FASM, that reshaped my career trajectory. Intellectual property is a field that intrigues me, and I see it as a natural complement to my educational background and an exciting opportunity for professional growth. Tell us about your involvement with ASM. I have been an ASM member for a year and greatly value the insights shared through the ASM Connect posts. During my Ph.D., my involvement was primarily as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance. Now, as a postdoctoral researcher, I am excited to engage more actively with ASM. The access to resources, connections, and events makes ASM membership invaluable for staying current in materials science and contributing to the community. Do you know someone who should be featured in an upcoming Face of Materials Engineering profile? Contact Vicki Burt at vicki.burt@asminternational.org. CHAPTERS IN THE NEWS President Manjooran Visits India Chapters In November and December 2024, ASM President Navin Manjooran, FASM, spent time in India meeting with members at various chapters. In addition to welcoming ASM India National Council Chair Babu Sathiyan welcomes ASM President Navin Manjooran to the Bangalore Chapter. An ASM President’s Reception was held at the Bangalore Golf Club. From left: Mrs. Jyoti Sriram (ASM Bangalore Chapter past president), Mr. Sriram (chapter treasurer), Dr. R.R. Bhat (president), Dr. Navin Manjooran (ASM president), Mr. Pradeep Goyal (ASM immediate past president), Mr. Sunbhaih (chapter vice president), Mr. Babu Sathiyan (ASM India National Council chair), Mr. Ganghadhar (RV College), Mr. Rahul M. (chapter past president), and Dr. Natraj (ASM India National Council secretary). CHAPTERS IN THE NEWS over 100 new members at the ASM Vizag Chapter and attending the Hyderabad Chapter’s inauguration, Manjooran visited other areas in the region: Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, and Pune. Here are some highlights of his trip.
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