Rakesh kumar Ramanathan | Chemistry | Best Review Paper Award

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Mr. Rakesh kumar Ramanathan l Chemistry
| Best Review Paper Award

Aakash institute of technology | India

Mr. Rakesh Kumar Ramanathan’s research primarily focuses on the synthesis and characterization of organic and inorganic nanoparticles, emphasizing their structural, thermal, optical, and antibacterial properties for advanced material applications. His recent open-access publication, “Structural, Thermal, Optical, Mechanical, and Antibacterial Properties of PLA/Nanoclay/TiO₂ Nanocomposite Films” in Letters in Applied Nanobioscience (2023), explores polymer nanocomposite films that enhance biocompatibility, strength, and antibacterial efficiency—contributing to potential applications in biomedical and packaging industries. His experimental and computational chemistry background enables him to integrate green synthesis techniques using natural extracts and hydrothermal processes for developing CuO, ZnO, and MnO₂ nanoparticles. His projects demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches, including natural nano-medicine for carcinoma treatment, solar cell efficiency enhancement using organic dyes, and chemosensor formation for detecting reactive nitrogen species such as peroxynitrite. With a strong foundation in spectroscopy and instrumentation (including NMR), he has presented his work at national conferences and workshops in computational and applied chemistry. Through his innovative nanoparticle synthesis and application-oriented projects, Mr. Ramanathan’s research contributes to sustainable nanotechnology, clean energy development, and biomedical advancements—reflecting a growing expertise in the field of chemical and material science

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Mukherjee, C., Varghese, D., Krishna, J. S., Boominathan, T., Rakeshkumar, R., & … (2023). Recent advances in biodegradable polymers–properties, applications and future prospects. European Polymer Journal, 192, 112068. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2023.112068

Vijayalakshmi Pandurangan | Chemistry | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Vijayalakshmi Pandurangan l Chemistry | Young Scientist Award

SIMATS Deemed University | India

Dr. Vijayalakshmi Pandurangan is a distinguished researcher in Chemistry with a strong focus on nanocomposite synthesis, photocatalysis, and environmental sustainability. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry (2020–2024) from Tamil Nadu Open University, Chennai, for her highly commended doctoral research titled “Synthesis of Nanocomposites and Its Photocatalytic Degradation Efficiency on Organic Pollutants.” She also holds an M.Sc. in Chemistry from the University of Madras, a B.Ed. in Physical Science from Pondicherry University, and an M.Ed. in Education from The Tamil Nadu Teacher Education University. Dr. Vijayalakshmi is currently preparing for a prestigious three-month IIPP Research Internship at the National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan (July–September 2025). Her research interests encompass energy storage and conversion, CO₂ reduction, water splitting, electrochemistry, and molecular docking. Skilled in advanced characterization tools such as XRD, SEM, TEM, FTIR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy, she has authored 10 scientific publications in high-impact journals, including Ionics, ChemistrySelect, Electrochimica Acta, and Langmuir. Her research has been cited 7 times by 7 documents, with a Scopus h-index of 2 (Scopus ID: 57197218673; ORCID: 0009-0003-0232-7621). Dr. Vijayalakshmi has actively participated in international conferences and workshops, contributing to global scientific discourse. She remains committed to advancing green technologies and developing sustainable solutions for environmental and energy challenges through innovative, interdisciplinary research.

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Mariappan, K., Sivaji, S. P., Chen, S. M., Sakthinathan, S., Chen, C. L., Vijayalakshmi, P., Mariappan, C., Murugan, S. B., & Chiu, T. W. (2025). An experimental method for the sensitive detection of carbendazim using a glassy carbon electrode modified with bismuth ferrite anchored on carbon black composites. Microchemical Journal, 114500. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.microc.2025.114500