Second announcement 1783791335 — Test 2
Research

Six focus areas across matter, molecules & meaning.

From sol–gel derived hybrid nanomaterials to bio-based polymers, from adsorbents for wastewater remediation to the historical scholarship of Indian science — the work spans the fundamental and the applied.

Material Chemistry & Hybrids

Sol–gel synthesis of ceramic and hybrid nanocomposite materials, including trimetallic Ti–V–M oxide nanocomposites and SnO₂–Al₂O₃ systems.

Organometallic Chemistry

Synthesis and characterization of main-group organometallic complexes with N-, S-, O-donor ligands (Schiff bases, thiohydrazides, thiohydrazones).

Wastewater Remediation

Clay-based (pillared bentonite, kaolinite) and biopolymer–clay composite adsorbents for the removal of cationic dyes and heavy metals from wastewater.

Bioinorganic & Anticancer Agents

Platinum(IV), gold(III) and N-heterocyclic carbene–silver(I) complexes as platforms for anticancer and antimicrobial agents.

Green Nanotechnology

Green synthesis of silver and gold nanoparticles using plant extracts (Combretum indicum) and their characterization.

Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)

Revival, communication and awareness of ancient Indian sciences and the contributions of Indian scientists to modern chemistry.

Sponsored R&D

Funded Research Projects

ICSSR • UGC • University of Delhi • STAR Scheme
2023–24
Co-PI
ICSSR
Role of Atal Innovation Mission in Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in India – A Case Study of selected Atal Tinkering Labs.
₹14.00 L
2016–19
Principal Investigator
University of Delhi – STAR Innovative Project
An alternative for petrochemical-based polymers: bio-based, biodegradable, photo-functional and high-performance polymers.
₹20.15 L
2013–17
Principal Investigator
UGC – Major Research Project
Synthesis and characterization of single-source molecular precursors of Al(III), V(V), Ti(IV) for ceramic materials.
₹13.70 L
2015–16
Principal Investigator
University of Delhi – Innovation Project
Building a Future for Water: Cost-effective alternative plan to Yamuna and Ganga Action Plans.
₹5.00 L