Peeyush Phogat | Electrochemistry | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Peeyush Phogat | Electrochemistry | Young Scientist Award

CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research| India

Dr. Peeyush Phogat is an accomplished researcher specializing in energy materials, nanotechnology, battery systems, and advanced electrochemical devices. He currently serves as a Senior Project Associate at CSIR–NIScPR, leading research on sodium-ion battery technologies through patent analytics and technical landscape assessment. His past work includes project-level contributions to national programs on sustainable energy solutions, emphasizing research progress and policy pathways. Dr. Phogat completed his PhD in Physics at the Netaji Subhas University of Technology, where his work focused on synthesizing and characterizing chalcogenide nanocomposites for energy applications. His research spans material science, transition-metal nanocomposites, functional electrodes, electrochemical charge storage, advanced sensors, and scientometric studies in battery technologies. He has an extensive publication record with 63 journal papers, 12 book chapters, and 7 authored books covering next-generation electrolytes, hydrogen economy, fuel cells, supercapacitors, nanomaterial synthesis, and sustainable energy materials.

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Featured Publications

Phogat, P., Dey, S., & Wan, M. (2025). Comprehensive review of sodium-ion batteries: Principles, materials, performance, challenges, and future perspectives. Materials Science and Engineering: B, 312, 117870.

Shreya,, Phogat, P., Jha, R., & Singh, S. (2023). Microwave-synthesized γ-WO₃ nanorods exhibiting high current density and diffusion characteristics. Transition Metal Chemistry, 1–17.

Kumar, T., Shreya, Phogat, P., Sahgal, V., & Jha, R. (2023). Surfactant-mediated modulation of morphology and charge transfer dynamics in tungsten oxide nanoparticles. Physica Scripta.

Sharma, S., Phogat, P., Jha, R., & Singh, S. (2023). Electrochemical and optical properties of microwave assisted MoS₂ nanospheres for solar cell application. International Journal of Smart Grid and Clean Energy, 12(3), 66–72.

Phogat, P., Shreya, Jha, R., & Singh, S. (2023). Electrochemical analysis of thermally treated two-dimensional zinc sulphide hexagonal nano-sheets with reduced band gap. Physica Scripta.

Runu Banerjee Roy | Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Runu Banerjee Roy | Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Jadavpur University| India

Dr. Runu Banerjee Roy is a Professor in Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering at Jadavpur University, widely recognized for her contributions to electronic olfaction, taste sensing, molecular imprinting, sensor development, and artificial intelligence–based instrumentation. She has an extensive research profile with 1213 citations, an h-index of 17, and an i10-index of 25, reflecting her strong scholarly impact and research productivity. Her publication record includes more than 50 peer-reviewed journal papers, around 40 conference papers, multiple book chapters, and several patents that are granted, published, or filed. She has successfully guided doctoral and postgraduate research scholars and completed multiple sponsored research projects funded by major scientific agencies, focusing on portable sensing devices, electronic nose and tongue systems, and electrochemical detection technologies for applications in food quality and safety. In academics, she has served in leadership roles such as Head of Department, NBA accreditation coordinator, and curriculum committee member, contributing to program development and quality enhancement. Her work has earned recognition through competitive research awards, scientific prizes, and support for international research presentations. With strong expertise spanning instrumentation, intelligent sensing systems, and applied electronics, she continues to advance innovative research, academic excellence, and technology-driven solutions in modern sensor engineering.

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Featured Publications

Roy, R. B., Tudu, B., Shaw, L., Jana, A., Bhattacharyya, N., & Bandyopadhyay, R. (2012). Instrumental testing of tea by combining the responses of electronic nose and tongue. Journal of Food Engineering, 110(3), 356–363.

Banerjee, M. B., Roy, R. B., Tudu, B., Bandyopadhyay, R., & Bhattacharyya, N. (2019). Black tea classification employing feature fusion of E-Nose and E-Tongue responses. Journal of Food Engineering, 244, 55–63.

Banerjee, R., Tudu, B., Bandyopadhyay, R., & Bhattacharyya, N. (2016). A review on combined odor and taste sensor systems. Journal of Food Engineering, 190, 10–21.

Roy, R. B., Chattopadhyay, P., Tudu, B., Bhattacharyya, N., & Bandyopadhyay, R. (2014). Artificial flavor perception of black tea using fusion of electronic nose and tongue response: A Bayesian statistical approach. Journal of Food Engineering, 142, 87–93.

Nag, S., Pradhan, S., Naskar, H., Roy, R. B., Tudu, B., Pramanik, P., … et al. (2021). A simple nano cerium oxide modified graphite electrode for electrochemical detection of formaldehyde in mushroom. IEEE Sensors Journal, 21(10), 12019–12026.

Balamurugan Devadas | Electrochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Balamurugan Devadas | Electrochemistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Antwerp, India

Author Profile

🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Balamurugan Devadas demonstrated early academic promise in the field of chemistry, culminating in a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan (2015), specializing in chemical engineering and biotechnology.
He began his academic journey in Tamil Nadu, India, earning:

  • B.Sc. in Chemistry from Chikkaiah Naicker Arts and Science College (Bharathiar University)

  • M.Sc. in Chemistry from Erode Arts and Science College (Bharathiar University)
    His foundation in physical sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) and biology during higher secondary education shaped his multidisciplinary research approach.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Devadas has consistently built a global academic footprint with a rich professional trajectory:

  • Current: Postdoctoral Research Fellow at University of Antwerp, Belgium

  • Principal Investigator (2018 – Present): University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague, Czech Republic

  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow (2015–2018): National Taiwan University of Science and Technology

  • Lecturer in Chemistry (2008–2010): Erode Kongu College of Polytechnic, Tamil Nadu, India

These positions have equipped him with robust international experience in applied electrochemistry and material science.

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Dr. Balamurugan Devadas focuses on cutting-edge electrochemical technologies that support clean energy and advanced sensing solutions. His core expertise includes PEM water electrolyzers, CO₂ electrolysis, fuel cells, supercapacitors, and batteries, contributing to sustainable energy systems. In the sensor domain, he has developed highly sensitive electrochemical sensors for detecting biomolecules, drugs, and food additives. His synthesis work involves noble and transition metal nanoparticles, polymer-metal nanocomposites, and carbon-based materials. Technically proficient in electrochemical deposition, electrocatalysis, and electropolymerization, Dr. Devadas has pioneered innovations like dendrimer-protected alloy catalysts, green hydrogen production, and eco-friendly electro-oxidation of organic compounds, marking him as a significant contributor in the field of electrochemistry.

🏅 Accolades and Recognition

  • Young Research Award, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (2023)

  • Outstanding Scientist Award, Engineering & Science Conference, Pondicherry (2023)

  • Best Paper & Oral Presentation Award, iSAEST-12, CECRI (2019)

  • International Leading Young Scientist, Society of Polymer Science, Japan (2018)

  • INSPIRE Faculty Award, DST, India (2018)

  • Chemjets Fellowship Award, Czech Republic (2018–2020)

  • Sunshine Scholarship, National Taipei University of Technology (2015)

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Devadas’s work significantly contributes to the advancement of green energy technologies, particularly hydrogen production, aligning with global sustainability goals.
He has served as an invited lecturer at international forums including Japan, demonstrating his global recognition as an emerging leader in polymer and electrochemical science.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Devadas’s legacy is grounded in his ability to bridge theoretical chemistry with real-world energy and environmental challenges. His future goals likely include:

  • Scaling up sustainable electrochemical devices

  • Translational research for industrial hydrogen production

  • Mentoring early-career researchers in nanochemistry and electrochemistry

His work continues to influence international collaborations and innovations in energy storage and conversion.

 ✅CONCLUSION

Dr. Balamurugan Devadas exemplifies the next generation of leaders in electrochemical science, whose work directly contributes to tackling energy and environmental challenges. With a solid foundation in electrocatalysis, sensors, and green chemistry, his research paves the way for innovative solutions in sustainable technologies.

 🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

Carbon vacancy modified g-C₃N₄ hollow tubes-iron oxide composite for photocatalytic application

Authors: V. Jeyalakshmi, N. Ishak, B. Devadas (Balamurugan), A.A. Prokhorov, M. Šoóš

Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering

Year: 2024

Upgrading of g-C₃N₄ semiconductor by a Nitrogen-doped carbon material: A photocatalytic degradation application

Authors: N. Ishak, V. Jeyalakshmi, M. Šetka, B. Devadas (Balamurugan), M. Soos

Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering

Year: 2023

Raman Spectroscopy for Hydrogen Production

Authors: J. Kumar (Jayasree), B. Devadas (Balamurugan), P. Rajapandiyan (Panneerselvam)