Dr. Deepak Poddar | Composite Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Indian Institute of Technology, India

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🎓 Current Position

Dr. Deepak Poddar currently serves as a Research Associate at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT Delhi). His role involves the development of paper-based food packaging materials, along with supervising M.Tech major thesis project work (MTP). His expertise in polymeric materials and sustainable technologies makes him a key contributor to cutting-edge research in polymer science and biomaterials.

📚 Publication Achievements

Dr. Poddar is a prolific researcher with an impressive portfolio of 10 journal articles and 6 book chapters published in reputed scientific outlets. These publications reflect his deep understanding of polymeric materials, biosensors, and biomaterials for tissue engineering. His work has significantly contributed to interdisciplinary research, providing innovative solutions to modern scientific challenges.

🔬 Ongoing Research

Dr. Poddar is actively engaged in groundbreaking projects that span diverse domains of polymer science and materials chemistry

Development of Electrochemical Biosensors for Stress Detection: Pioneering novel technologies to monitor stress levels.

Synthesis of Interstitial Doped MoSe₂ TMDC for Photocatalysis (under Prof. Anjana Sarkar): Exploring advanced materials for renewable energy and catalytic applications.

Reduced Metal Immobilized Polymeric Particles for Water Remediation (Ph.D. project at NSUT, Dwarka): Innovating solutions for environmental pollution control.

🧪 Research Interests

Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering: Special focus on porous polymeric scaffolds for bone tissue applications.

Polymeric Biosensors: Advancing diagnostic tools for stress detection.

Photocatalysis and Water Remediation: Leveraging polymer-metal composites for sustainable solutions.

Green Chemistry and Sustainable Technologies: Championing environmentally friendly approaches in material development.

🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Poddar has a robust academic foundation in Polymer Science and Technology with a specialization in biomaterials. His academic journey  Ph.D.: Fabrication of bi-facial porous polymeric scaffolds for bone tissue engineering applications (NSUT, Dwarka). M.Sc.: Advanced studies in polymer chemistry and material characterization.

🏆 Scholarships and Awards

• Secured prestigious fellowships during his Ph.D. and teaching tenure at NSUT, Dwarka.
• Recognition for innovative research contributions in polymeric materials and biomaterials.

🧬 Bioinformatics and Computational Tools

While his expertise is primarily rooted in experimental polymer science, Dr. Poddar has also utilized computational techniques to understand material properties and predict outcomes, integrating bioinformatics tools to enhance material designs.

🏛️ Professional Associations

Dr. Poddar actively collaborates with reputed institutions and professional bodies, fostering research synergies in polymer science and biomaterials.

🛠️ Training and Workshops

Dr. Poddar’s hands-on expertise stems from extensive training programs,

Functionalization of carbon nanomaterials (Graphene, Graphene oxide, CNTs) at Kumaun University, Uttarakhand.

Development of polymeric adhesives at Sri Ram Panels Pvt. Ltd. and Vin Poly Technologies.

Advanced workshops on polymer processing and characterization at leading institutes.

🎤 Oral Presentations

Dr. Poddar has delivered impactful presentations on biomaterials and biosensors at various national and international conferences, showcasing his ability to communicate complex ideas effectively.

✅ Tasks Completed as a Researcher

Development of eco-friendly packaging solutions at IIT Delhi.

Mentorship of students and project supervision at NSUT, Dwarka.

Comprehensive report writing and market analysis for polymeric products during his tenure as a Research Assistant.

🌟 Success Factors

Interdisciplinary Expertise: Bridging diverse fields of polymer science, chemistry, and biomaterials.

Innovative Approach: Developing novel materials for environmental and biomedical applications.

Target Orientation: Delivering impactful results under tight timelines.

🧪 Laboratory Experience

Synthesis and characterization of polymeric scaffolds and biosensors.

Development of reduced metal-immobilized polymer particles for water treatment.

Photocatalytic materials synthesis for sustainable energy solutions.

🚀 Legacy and Future Goals

Pioneer next-gen polymeric materials for healthcare and sustainability.

Lead multidisciplinary teams to address critical challenges in biomaterials and green chemistry.

Continue contributing to the global scientific community through impactful research and collaborations.

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