Assistant Professor at Malla Reddy University
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Dr.
Gandi is an accomplished materials scientist and physicist with extensive expertise in advanced materials for energy storage systems, microwave absorbing materials, and electrochemical technologies. With a Ph.D. in materials science and over 13 years of research and teaching experience, Dr. Gandi has established himself as a leading expert in sodium-ion batteries, glass and glass-ceramic materials, and related technologies.
He has published 55 SCI/Scopus-indexed papers with 1600+ citations and an h-index of 18, along with 5 granted patents. His research interests span sodium and lithium-ion batteries, glass materials, microwave absorbing materials for stealth technology, bulk metallic glasses, high entropy alloys, photocatalysts, and advanced sensors. Dr.
Gandi is committed to excellence in both teaching and research, fostering innovation, and mentoring the next generation of engineers and researchers.
Assistant Professor - Malla Reddy University - Hyderabad, Telangana, India
(2026-02 - 2026-05)
Delivering lectures and conducting tutorials in Engineering Physics and Applied Sciences for undergraduate students; designing course materials, assessments, and laboratory sessions to enhance student learning and engagement.
Assistant Professor (Ad-hoc) - National Institute of Technology Goa - Goa, India
(2020-12 - 2026-01)
As a faculty, responsible for teaching Material Science and Engineering Physics courses to U.G and P.G students. This involved designing course syllabi, preparing lecture materials, giving lectures, holding laboratory sessions, assessing students through exams and assignments, and providing academic advice. Additionally, engaged with scholarly activities, including research and publications in the field, participated in curriculum development, served on various committees, and facilitated collaborations with other academic institutes to enhance the educational experience for students.
Research Associate - GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad - Hyderabad, India
(2019-11 - 2020-11)
Developed NASICON-based electrode and electrolyte materials for developing all solid state-sodium-ion batteries
Junior & Senior Research Fellow - GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad - Hyderabad, India
(2014-11 - 2017-11)
Worked in NRB-DRDO, New Delhi sponsored project titled "Design of Nano-Structured Electrode and Electrolyte Materials for Bulk type Sodium-ion Batteries: Potential alternative to Li-ion batteries". The work involved the synthesis and characterization of glass and glass-ceramic electrode and electrolytes for Na-ion batteries. Also, been teaching assistant to Professor and guided undergraduate students in their academic projects.
Lecturer (Ad-hoc basis) - Sangmitra Degree & P.G College, Bhupalpally - Bhupalpally, India
(2012-07 - 2014-10)
Worked as a passionate physics lecturer, teaching exciting and innovative physics and electronics to undergraduate students.
Research Intern - Optical Instruments Research Academy (ELOIRA), DRDO - Hyderabad, India
(2012-01 - 2012-06)
Worked in a project titled "Design and Analysis of High-Frequency Oscillators for Capacitive Loads". Designed a High-frequency Oscillator for Ring Laser Gyro Scopes used in missiles and rockets with a technical specification of tunable oscillator frequency range between 130-230 MHz, Amplitude 15 V, 20 mm X 20mm.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Materials Science - GITAM Deemed to be University, Visakhapatnam (2016-03 - 2019-11)
Master of Science (Technology) in Engineering Physics - Engineering Physics - National Institute of Technology (NIT) Warangal (2009-07 - 2012-10)
Bachelor of Science - Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics - Kakatiya University Warangal (2006-07 - 2009-04)
