Nayan Mani Das | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Nayan Mani Das | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Sipajhar College | India

Dr. Nayan Mani Das is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Sipajhar College, Assam, with extensive experience in nanomaterials, thin-film fabrication, and advanced characterization techniques. With a Ph.D. in Applied Physics and post-doctoral research at premier institutes, he has expertise in graphene-polymer nanocomposites, Langmuir-Blodgett thin films, ZnO microcavities, micro-energy generation, and antimicrobial nanomaterials. His research portfolio encompasses ultrathin film synthesis, polymer-semiconductor hybrids, and electrochemical and optical properties of nanostructures, contributing to innovations in water purification, energy harvesting, and biomedical applications. Dr. Das has published over 20 documents, cited more than 260 times, and holds an h-index of 9, reflecting his impactful contributions to the field. He has been recognized with national and international awards, including travel grants for conferences and best presenter awards. His work has been featured in reputed journals and conferences, and he actively serves as a reviewer for leading journals in nanoscience and applied physics. Dr. Das’s academic and research endeavors demonstrate a commitment to advancing nanotechnology and materials science, mentoring students, and fostering collaborations across institutes. His ongoing projects focus on sustainable materials, energy-efficient devices, and practical applications of nanotechnology, establishing him as a notable contributor in his discipline.

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Featured Publications

Nanda Shakti, Mandal, T., Das, N. M., Roy, D., Sunder, S., Kumar, S., & Pal, R. (2024). Growth and electrochemical properties of CuO nanowires-ZnO microrods composite. Hybrid Advances.

Bhuyan, T., Maity, S., Saha, D. R., Das, N. M., & Bandyopadhyay, D. (2022). Pathways to translate the biomedical prototypes. In Advanced Micro- and Nano-manufacturing Technologies: Applications in Biochemical and Biomedical Engineering (pp. 29–56). Springer.

Ravikiran Nowduru | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ravikiran Nowduru | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials | India

Dr. Nowduru Ravikiran is a dedicated researcher in the field of materials engineering with a strong academic foundation, holding a B.E. and M.E. in Mechanical Engineering followed by a Ph.D. in Materials Engineering. Currently serving as a Research Associate at the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), Hyderabad, his work primarily focuses on carbon nanomaterials, tribology, and energy storage systems. He has authored 16 peer-reviewed journal papers, contributed multiple book chapters, and filed 2 patents, with his research achieving 76 citations, an h-index of 6, and 16 documents indexed in global databases. His significant contributions include the sustainable kilogram-scale production of graphene and nanocarbons from industrial waste, which has been successfully applied in lubrication and energy storage applications. He has collaborated with premier institutions including BITS Pilani and IIT Hyderabad, and is an active member of the Indian Carbon Society and The Electrochemical Society. His research interests span nanocarbons, tribology, energy storage materials, composites, and sustainable processing technologies. Recipient of the prestigious Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship, he has also earned recognition for best poster presentations and scientific innovation. Overall, his career reflects a strong commitment to advancing sustainable material solutions with industrial impact.

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Featured Publications

Nowduru, R., Bodapati, B. R., Penumakala, P. K., Malladi, S. R. K., Jain, P. K., & Srikanth, V. V. S. S. (2022). Carbon soot nanoparticles derived from wasted rubber: An additive in lubricating oil for efficient friction and wear reduction. Diamond and Related Materials, 126, 109050.

Padya, B., Ravikiran, N., Kali, R., Narasaiah, N., & Jain, P. K. (2021). High thermal energy storage and thermal conductivity of few‐layer graphene platelets loaded phase change materials: A thermally conductive additive for thermal energy harvesting. Energy Storage, 3(1), e199.

Nowduru, R., Pant, H., Padya, B., Jain, P. K., & Srikanth, V. V. S. S. (2024). Novel top-down kg-scale processing of 2D multi-layered graphene powder and its application as excellent lubricating additives in commercial engine oils. Diamond and Related Materials, 141, 110634.

Ravikiran, N., Padya, B., Rao, A., Kali, R., & Jain, P. K. (2023). Classification of phase change materials. In Multifunctional phase change materials (pp. 95–112). Woodhead Publishing.

Padya, B., Kali, R., Ravikiran, N., Narasaiah, N., & Jain, P. K. (2021). Constructing graphene-coupled nitrogen-doped carbon-based all-carbon hybrid for hybrid Li-ion supercapbattery: An investigation and insight into “charge-averaged” charge/discharge voltage analysis. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 872, 159660.