Simerdeep Sood | Structural Engineering Award | Best Researcher Award

Simerdeep Sood | Structural Engineering Award | Best Researcher Award

Simerdeep Sood, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, India

Simerdeep Kaur Sood is a PhD candidate in Structural Engineering at Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), focusing on nanomaterials in cement composites. A gold medalist in both her BE and ME, she achieved first rank in Gujarat State. As proprietor of Stark Building Concepts and CEO of Decaloog Pedagogy Services, she excels in structural design and educational consulting. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Gujarati, Simerdeep is also an avid reader, dancer, and occasional gamer. Her research has been published in esteemed journals, reflecting her dedication to advancing structural engineering. πŸ“πŸ“–πŸ’Ό

 

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Education

πŸŽ“ Simerdeep Kaur Sood is currently pursuing her PhD in Structural Engineering at Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), focusing on the application of nanomaterials in cement composites for enhanced mechanical strength and fracture properties. She completed her ME in Structural Engineering from SCET, Gujarat Technological University, in 2022, achieving a CGPA of 9.37 and securing the first rank in Gujarat State πŸ₯‡. Simerdeep also completed her BE in Civil Engineering from SCET in 2020 with a CGPA of 9.73, attaining the highest CPI in the history of the college. Her academic journey began at Kids Planet English School, where she excelled with high percentile scores πŸ“š.

 

Work Experience

πŸ’Ό Simerdeep Kaur Sood is the proprietor of Stark Building Concepts, a consulting firm established in July 2020. The firm specializes in providing comprehensive structural designs, detailed drawings, and execution guidelines, along with proof-checking for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. They also offer consulting services for government projects through various institutes and engineers πŸ—οΈ. Since 2018, Simerdeep has also served as the shareholder and CEO of Decaloog Pedagogy Services Pvt. Ltd., which offers consulting services in primary and secondary education. The company excels in event management for educational institutions and ensures deliverables across all educational departments, including sports and extra-curricular activities πŸŽ“πŸŽ‰.

 

CertificatesΒ 

πŸ… Simerdeep Kaur Sood has achieved numerous certifications and accolades. She ranked first in Gujarat State for both her BE and ME degrees, earning a gold medal from the Institute of Architects and Civil Engineers (ICEA) for standing first in BE Civil, Surat. Additionally, she received three gold medals from Gujarat Technological University, Gujarat Institute of Civil Engineers and Architects (GICEA), and ICEA for her top performance in Gujarat State and ME Structural Engineering πŸ₯‡. Simerdeep attended a workshop on Digital Image Correlation at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, and holds certifications from GATE, Gujarat Board, QCAD, and LibreOffice. Her dedication extends to various extra-curricular activities, earning her numerous certificates throughout her educational journey πŸ“œπŸŽ“.

 

Research Focus

πŸ”¬ Simerdeep Kaur Sood focuses her research on the advanced field of nano-engineered cement composites, specifically studying their fracture performance. Her notable work, “An overview of recent advances in fracture performance of nano-engineered cement composites,” co-authored with GR Vesmawala and published in Construction and Building Materials, highlights the cutting-edge developments in this area. Her research aims to enhance the mechanical strength and fracture properties of cement composites by integrating nanomaterials, contributing to the development of next-generation construction materials. This innovative approach positions her at the forefront of structural engineering research, pushing the boundaries of material science πŸ—οΈπŸ§ͺ.