Prashantha Acharya Email & Phone Number

Experienced Assistant Professor with a demonstrated history of working in both corporate and higher education organizations. Has over 10 years of experience in teaching, research, manufacturing industry, industry-institute interaction, communication and mentoring. Committed to provide high standard of excellence, when teaching, to enhance student’s academic and learning experiences. Received Master's in Mechanical Engineering with specialization Computer Integrated Manufacturing from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi. Profile includes teaching variety of subjects like Mechanics of Materials, Metrology and Measurements, Materials Science, Finite Element Method, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Engineering Graphics, Machine Drawing to various students from undergraduate level courses. Actively involved in organizing the annual tech fest, conferences and sports.Currently doing research in Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal. Current research interests are in the area of natural fibers, polymer composites, and fiber reinforced composites. Passionate about research and teaching. Interested to be part of collaborative research work in the field of natural fiber polymer composites, materials engineering, advanced composite materials. Currently working on the research areas: natural fibers, polymer composites, and fiber reinforced composites.