KANGEYAM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, INDIA
Author Profile
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🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Dr. K. Ramachandran began his academic journey with a deep-rooted passion for chemistry and sustainability. With foundational training in Chemistry during his undergraduate and postgraduate studies, he built a strong theoretical and experimental base. His academic trajectory culminated in a Ph.D. in Energy Science (Interdisciplinary) from Alagappa University, where he explored novel inorganic materials for high-efficiency perovskite solar cells, a transformative field in renewable energy.
🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Science and Humanities at Kangeyam Institute of Technology, Dr. Ramachandran brings a rich blend of academic rigor and research innovation. His career also includes prior roles as a Teaching Assistant, Junior Research Fellow in several government-funded projects, and a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Tokyo. His industrial experience as a Quality Manager further enhances his multidisciplinary approach to research and education.
📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN ENERGY
Dr. Ramachandran’s research is grounded in advanced materials for energy harvesting and storage. His key interests include:
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Nanomaterials synthesis
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Anode and cathode materials for batteries
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Wide band gap oxide semiconductors
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Organometallic materials for optoelectronics
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Photoelectrode fabrication for solar cells
His work on perovskite and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) extends from fundamental design to device-level fabrication, positioning him at the forefront of solar energy technology.
🏅 ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION
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17 peer-reviewed publications in international journals between 2017–2022
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Best Oral Presentation Award – ICREST 2020
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Best Poster Presentation Award – ICNA-2018
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65+ conference and workshop presentations
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Active in laboratory mentoring and academic collaborations
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Recognized for innovation in device engineering and materials chemistry
🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
His research has contributed to low-cost, sustainable solar technologies aimed at rural and tribal applications. His innovative designs and scalable fabrication techniques have direct implications for clean energy accessibility and decentralized energy systems. His leadership in organizing national workshops and seminars has fostered scientific discourse and inspired early-career researchers.
🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Looking ahead, Dr. Ramachandran envisions advancing indigenous energy technologies with a focus on scalable solar modules, energy storage materials, and green chemistry principles. His commitment to sustainable material innovation, education, and collaborative research ensures a lasting impact on the academic and industrial energy landscape of India and beyond.
✅CONCLUSION
Dr. K. Ramachandran stands as a dedicated energy science researcher, whose work bridges materials chemistry, nanotechnology, and solar cell engineering. His contributions are marked by innovation, sustainability, and real-world applicability. With a vision for inclusive energy solutions and scientific excellence, he continues to inspire both academia and the energy technology sector.
🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:
Title: Preparation of p-type CuSCN thin film by electrochemical method for inverted planar perovskite solar cells
Authors: K. Ramachandran, V. Saxena, G.P. Kalaignan, S. Karuppuchamy
Journal: AIP Conference Proceedings 2161 (1), 020042
Year: 2019
Title: Electrodeposition of CuI thin film for perovskite solar cells
Authors: I. Karuppusamy, K. Ramachandran, S. Karuppuchamy
Journal: Materials Science Forum 979, 180–184
Year: 2020
Title: Investigation on Luminescence Properties of Dy³⁺ Ions Doped NaBaB₉O₁₅ Phosphors for Optoelectronic Applications
Authors: V. Parthibaraj, R. Vijayakumar, R.K. Padhi, K. Ramachandran, …
Journal: Journal of Fluorescence 35 (6), 4579–4585
Year: 2025
Title: A vacuum pressure sensor based on graphene/ZnO nanorod Schottky junction
Authors: P. Sakthivel, K. Ramachandran, M. Malarvizhi, S. Karuppuchamy, P. Manivel
Journal: Carbon Letters 34 (1), 1–11
Year: 2024
Title: Development of TiO₂ for low cost solar cells
Authors: S. Karuppuchamy, C. Brundha, C. Karthikeyan, K. Ramachandran
Journal: AIP Conference Proceedings 2161 (1), 020046
Year: 2019