Dr. Manila Mallik is an accomplished academic in the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology, Burla. She earned her Ph.D. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, where her research focused on the synthesis and characterization of creep-resistant Sn-Cu-Y₂O₃ nanocomposite lead-free solders. She holds an M.Tech. from the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, where she investigated the effect of microstructure on the indentation creep behavior of ferritic steels, achieving an outstanding CGPA of 9.73. Dr. Mallik completed her B.E. with honors from the Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Sarang. Her research interests span nanocomposite materials, high-temperature alloys, lead-free solder development, and advanced metallurgical characterization techniques. She has contributed to several research publications and projects focusing on improving material strength, thermal stability, and environmental sustainability in metallurgical applications. Dr. Mallik’s work bridges scientific innovation and industrial applicability, earning her recognition for academic excellence and impactful research contributions. With a strong commitment to advancing material science, she continues to inspire students and researchers through her dedication to sustainable engineering solutions and the development of next-generation materials for high-performance applications.