Srdjan Nesic discusses the importance of OHIO’s corrosion research in Distinguished Professor Lecture

Ohio University honored Srdjan Nesic for his outstanding achievements during the Distinguished Professor Lecture and Portrait Unveiling on Nov. 1.

Nesic, who is a Russ Professor of Chemical Engineering in the Russ College of Engineering and Technology and serves as the director of OHIO’s Institute for Corrosion and Multiphase Technology, said he was humbled to be named as a Distinguished Professor.

“The biggest thanks goes to my family, to my wife Sladja and our son Marko. They have been the rock in my life, they have been the inspiration in my life,” Nesic said. He went on to say how grateful he is for the support he has received over the years from his family members, mentors, colleagues, friends, and industry sponsors, and said he loves teaching at Ohio University and living in Athens.

In his presentation, “Rust, Oil and Steel: Corrosion – metals’ return to stability,” Nesic discussed corrosion and its effects on society. He also explained why it is so important to study corrosion and focused on the work that is done at the Institute for Corrosion and Multiphase Technology.

“It is one of the largest, if not largest, corrosion research facility at any university in the western world,” Nesic said about the institute, which raises its funding directly from industry partners.

Nesic discussed the history of the world-class research facility, while also looking ahead to what is next at a time when industry partners are examining the energy sources of tomorrow.

“There is a massive transformation underway…and we will be part of it,” Nesic said. He also credited the students, faculty and staff members who have been a part of the institute over the years, and said he is proud to work with them.

You can watch the entire presentation at this website.

Ohio University President Hugh Sherman also spoke during the evening and explained why the Distinguished Professor honor is so significant.

“In the top universities across the nation, the title of Distinguished Professor is considered to be the highest honor that a university can accord a member of the professorate,” Sherman said. Nesic is very deserving of this recognition, Sherman said.

“It is clear to me that he is held in the highest esteem by his peers and recognized as one of, if the not the foremost expert in the world for corrosion and fluid mechanics,” Sherman said. He added that Nesic is also a gifted teacher.

“He always asks insightful questions, sets high performance standards, demonstrates respect for his students, and is willing to spend countless hours working with them on their respective research papers and presentations,” Sherman said. 

Distinguished Professor Steven Evans also honored Nesic during the evening and said he was proud to see him receive this esteemed honor.

“Dr. Nesic is not just an extraordinary scientist, he is also an outstanding educator who cares deeply about his students and their success,” Evans said.

For more information on the Distinguished Professor Award, please see the Distinguished Professor website or watch the full ceremony at this link.