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Biography of Anupama Devi: A Trailblazer in Chemistry Research 🧪✨
Anupama Devi is a dedicated and accomplished researcher in the field of chemistry, currently a Research Scholar at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata. Born on February 28, 2000, in India, Anupama’s journey in the scientific world is marked by her academic excellence and innovative research contributions.
Educational Background 🎓📘
Anupama’s academic excellence is evident from her impressive educational milestones:
- M.Sc. in Chemistry (2019-2021) from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, with a GPA of 8.62, securing First Division with Distinction.
- B.Sc. in Chemistry (2016-2019) from the University of Allahabad, Prayagraj, scoring 69.62%.
- High School (2014-2016) from SMSKPS Memorial Inter College, Lachcchipur, scoring 92%.
She is currently pursuing advanced research at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata, focusing on supramolecular chemistry and chemical kinetics.
Research Experience 🔬🧫
Anupama’s research endeavors are diverse and impactful. As a Junior Research Fellow at the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, she worked on the “Aging and Thermal Analysis of Linear Material,” involving DSC, TGA, and UTM characterization.
During her Master’s project at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, she explored “Bentonite Incorporated Chitosan and Carboxymethyl Cellulose Based Hydrogel and Its Application in Wastewater Treatment,” delving into polymer selection and material characterization using XRD, SEM, FTIR, and UV.
Her B.Sc. project at the University of Allahabad focused on “Photoluminescence of Conjugated Polymer,” where she gained theoretical knowledge on thin film preparation and spin coating. Currently, at IISER Kolkata, she is working on “Polymer-Based Nanohybrids for Energy Applications,” involving solution casting, electrospinning, and device fabrication for energy harvesters and supercapacitors.
Professional Skills and Contributions ⚙️🔍
Anupama’s skills encompass various aspects of material science and chemistry, including nanoparticle synthesis, dynamic light scattering, and spectroelectrochemistry. She has also served as a Teaching Assistant at IISER Kolkata, imparting knowledge on the elements of chemistry.
Awards and Recognitions 🏆🎖️
Anupama’s dedication to her field is reflected in her numerous awards:
- Secured All India Rank 1233 in IIT JAM Chemistry (2019).
- Qualified GATE with All India Rank 2930 (2021).
- DST INSPIRE Scholarship (2016).
- 2nd position in district-level examination “Sanskrit Gyan Pariksha”.
Publication Top Noted:
- Authors: Devi, A., Mitra, K., Tiwari, S., Krishna Mohan, S., Maiti, P.
- Journal: Journal of Applied Polymer Science
- Year: 2024
- Authors: Tiwari, S., Devi, A., Dubey, D.K., Maiti, P.
- Journal: ACS Applied Bio Materials
- Volume: 6
- Pages: 1536–1545
- Year: 2023