About MetaVirta
Welcome to the Metallurgical and Materials Virtual Academy (MetaVirta). We are a dedicated team of educators, engineers, and industry professionals passionate about making metallurgy education accessible to everyone, everywhere.
Our Vision, Mission, and Values
Our Vision
To be the world's leading virtual resource for materials science education, fostering a global community of innovators and experts.
Our Mission
To provide high-quality, engaging, and comprehensive learning resources for students and professionals in the fields of metallurgical and materials engineering.
Our Values
Accessibility: Open learning for all.
Accuracy: Vetted, expert-level content.
Community: Fostering connection and discussion.
Why Choose MetaVirta?
Expert Materials
Explore our vast library of study materials, from in-depth articles on physical metallurgy to video guides on complex manufacturing processes.
Interactive Learning
Test your knowledge with our dynamic quiz system, featuring hundreds of questions across all core subjects, complete with detailed explanations.
Community Driven
Join our active discussion forum to ask questions, share insights, and connect with peers and mentors from around the world.
Career-Focused
Connect with opportunities from top PSUs and private companies, with resources to help you prepare for exams like GATE and technical interviews.
Meet the Team
Mr.Naveen Kumar Karri
Founder
Naveen Karri is a passionate materials engineer with over a year of experience in both academia and industry. He earned his B.Tech from RGUKT Nuzvid (AP IIIT) and completed his M.Tech in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at IIT Madras, where he was selected as a prestigious DAAD KOSPIE Fellow and completed his master’s thesis at TU Darmstadt, Germany. A two-time GATE ranker, Naveen currently works at Saint-Gobain Research India (SGRI), Chennai. His work centers on exploring structure–property–performance–processing correlations in sustainable materials, with a strong focus on materials characterization. Motivated by a deep interest in materials innovation, Naveen will soon commence his Ph.D. studies at the University of Freiburg, continuing his pursuit of impactful research and scientific advancement.