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S.K. Sundaram named to SUNY Distinguished Academy
He joins a group of scholars recognized not only for their academic achievements but also for their mentorship and influence across SUNY’s 64-campus system.
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Bhavana P - Sat, 19, Jul 2025
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S.K. Sundaram / Alfred University
Indian-American materials scientist S.K. Sundaram was named to the State University of New York (SUNY) Distinguished Academy, joining the 2024–25 cohort of the university system’s most prestigious faculty honor.
Sundaram, the Inamori professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Alfred University, was selected for his contributions to materials science, research and teaching, and impactful innovations in ceramics, glass, and energy-related technologies.
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“Distinguished faculty serve as role models. They give lectures and seminars, inform curricular reform, improve the overall academic experience of students, mentor junior faculty, and lead inquiry into issues of importance to SUNY and society,” according to the SUNY Distinguished Academy website. “All active Distinguished faculty are members of the SUNY Distinguished Academy (DA) which builds and supports academic excellence by leveraging the skills, expertise, and talents of the Distinguished faculty.
A globally recognized expert in transformational materials science, his research spans photon-matter interactions, terahertz wave science, ultrafast materials, and multiscale processing. Previously, he served as chief materials scientist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
With over two decades of scientific leadership, Sundaram has published 150+ works, mentored over 100 students, and organized numerous symposia.
Established in 1963, the SUNY Distinguished Faculty rank represents the highest academic designation within the SUNY system. It is conferred by the SUNY board of trustees upon faculty who demonstrate extraordinary commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and public service. Sundaram’s selection acknowledges a career defined by intellectual leadership, innovation in engineering education, and impactful contributions to materials science.
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