Surface Engineering and Tribology

Dr. Pradeep Menezes

Department of Mechanical Engineering (MS 0312)

Palmer Engineering (PE) building # 224

University of Nevada Reno

1664 N. Virginia Street, 

Reno, NV 89557

Phone: 775-682-7413

Email: pmenezes@unr.edu 

Dr. Menezes is an esteemed Associate Professor within the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). Prior to his tenure at UNR, he held the position of adjunct Assistant Professor in the Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering Department at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). He also contributed significantly as a post-doctoral research associate in the Industrial Engineering Department at the University of Pittsburgh.

 His distinguished research career boasts an impressive portfolio, encompassing over 180 meticulously reviewed journal publications, which have garnered more than 10,000 citations on Google Scholar, reflecting a remarkable h-index of 48. In addition to his journal contributions, he has authored over 50 insightful book chapters, penned 10 comprehensive books, and holds a notable patent to his name.

 Dr. Menezes is an active contributor to the academic community, serving as a diligent reviewer for over 80 prestigious journals, and as an esteemed member of the editorial boards of 10 scholarly publications. His involvement extends to a multitude of national and international conferences, where he has engaged in diverse capacities including conference paper reviewer, conference review committee member, conference technical committee member, and session chairman. Notably, he has lent his expertise to the rigorous review of various academic works including books, book chapters, research grants, and master's and doctoral theses. His commitment to professional organizations is evident through his membership in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE), showcasing his dedication to advancing the fields of mechanical engineering and tribology.