Ajay Kumar Purohit | Chemistry and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Ajay Kumar Purohit | Chemistry and Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

Defence Research & Development Organisation | India

Dr. Ajay Kumar Purohit is a distinguished researcher in chemical sciences, specializing in organophosphorus chemistry, chemical warfare agent analysis, and advanced analytical methodologies. His work focuses on the synthesis, detection, and verification of toxic compounds relevant to international chemical safety frameworks. He has contributed significantly to the development of innovative extraction techniques, nano-composite sorbents, and derivatization strategies for trace-level detection using GC-MS, LC-MS, and NMR. His research supports global chemical weapons verification efforts and environmental monitoring. With impactful publications in high-quality journals, his contributions advance both applied analytical chemistry and defence-related chemical research.

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Sandeep Kumar Singh | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Sandeep Kumar Singh | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

National Institute of Technology Nagaland | India

Mr. Sandeep Kumar Singh is an emerging researcher in the field of Mechanical Engineering with specialized expertise in nanomaterials synthesis, polymer matrix composites, and hybrid fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) materials. His research primarily focuses on developing advanced multifunctional composites through the surface functionalization of nanofillers such as graphene oxide, titanium dioxide (TiO₂), and silicon carbide to enhance mechanical, thermal, and tribological performance. He has published several high-impact articles in SCI-indexed journals including Polymer Composites, High Performance Polymers, Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology, and Advanced Engineering Materials, reflecting his significant contributions to materials design and nanocomposite technology. His investigations have led to new insights into fracture resistance, wear properties, and interface optimization in hybrid GFRP laminates and epoxy nanocomposites. In addition to journal publications, he has authored book chapters with international publishers like Springer, addressing advancements in sustainable nanocomposites and two-dimensional carbon-based materials. He has presented his research at prominent international conferences in the UK, Türkiye, and India, earning academic recognition for innovation and excellence. As a reviewer for reputed journals under Wiley, Springer Nature, and Taylor & Francis, he actively contributes to scholarly quality and peer evaluation in material science. His ongoing research endeavors aim to bridge the gap between nanotechnology and industrial applications, particularly in the fabrication of high-strength, lightweight composites for aerospace, automotive, and structural sectors. According to Google Scholar, his research has received 35 citations, with an h-index of 3 and an i10-index of 1, underscoring his growing impact and recognition within the global materials research community.

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  • Singh, S. K., Nayak, B., Singh, T. J., & Halder, S. (2023). Investigating the role of synthesized reduced graphene oxide and graphite micro-fillers on mechanical and fretting wear performance of glass fiber epoxy-based composite. High Performance Polymers, 35(9), 946–962. https://doi.org/10.1177/095400832311XXXX

  • Singh, S. K., Singh, T. J., Nayak, B., Sonker, P. K., & Singh, M. A. (2024). Analysis of the impact of exfoliated graphene oxide on the mechanical performance and in-plane fracture resistance of epoxy-based nanocomposite. High Performance Polymers, 36(9–10), 487–507. https://doi.org/10.1177/095400832412XXXX

  • Singh, S. K., Singh, T. J., Halder, S., & Khan, N. I. (2025). Investigation of mechanical and thermo-mechanical properties of dopamine-functionalized TiO₂/epoxy nanocomposites. Polymer Composites. https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.XXXX

  • Verma, Y. K., Singh, A. K., Singh, S. K., Dutta, S., & Paswan, M. K. (2025). Comprehensive analysis of enhanced thermal and mechanical properties in vacuum pressure impregnated (VPI) treated Chimono bamboo fibers through surface treatment with sodium hydroxide. Journal of Wood Chemistry and Technology, 45(1), 43–62. https://doi.org/10.1080/02773813.2025.XXXX

  • Singh, S. K., Singh, T. J., Singh, L. D., Sonker, P. K., & Mazumder, B. (2024). Experimental study on the impact of hybrid GFRP composites with graphene oxide and silicon carbide fillers on mechanical and wear properties. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology. https://doi.org/10.1080/01694243.2024.XXXX