Dr. Jiten Yadav | Material Science | Best Researcher Award
Chandiagrh University, Punjab | India
Dr. Jiten Yadav is an accomplished materials research scientist specializing in nanomaterials, polymer materials, hybrid composites, biomass, biofuels, wastewater treatment, and advanced material characterization. With a Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry and over five years of interdisciplinary research experience, she has significantly contributed to the fields of sustainable chemistry, nanotechnology, renewable energy, and environmental remediation. She is recognized for her ability to integrate advanced nanoscience with real-world industrial applications, leading multidisciplinary projects, securing research grants, and publishing extensively in high-impact journals. Her work is characterized by innovative problem-solving, ethical research practices, and leadership in collaborative scientific endeavors.
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Education
Dr. Yadav holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry from Chandigarh University, where her doctoral research focused on the synthesis and functionalization of advanced nanomaterials, including ceramics, MXenes, and mixed metal oxides, for environmental, biomedical, and energy applications. She earned her Master of Science in Chemistry from Chandigarh University, specializing in heterogeneous catalysis for biodiesel production, impurity profiling in pharmaceuticals, and biomass-based energy solutions. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences from Maharishi Dayanand University, building a strong foundation in multidisciplinary scientific principles that underpin her research today.
Experience
Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the University Centre of Research and Development, Chandigarh University, Dr. Yadav leads advanced research projects in nanoscience, renewable energy, and sustainable environmental technologies. She mentors undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students, guiding research projects from conception to publication. Her experience spans industrial collaborations, academic partnerships, and technology transfer initiatives. She has previously conducted extensive research on functionalized nanomaterials for pollutant removal, biofuel production, and catalytic applications, and has hands-on expertise in sophisticated analytical instrumentation such as FESEM, HR-TEM, XRD, FTIR, and photoluminescence spectroscopy. Her professional background also includes industrial training with pharmaceutical and chemical companies, enhancing her applied research capabilities.
Research Interest
Dr. Yadav’s research focuses on the design, synthesis, and characterization of nanomaterials, metal oxides, polymers, biosensors, catalysts, hybrid nanocomposites, biomass, biofuels, and two-dimensional materials. Her work has applications in energy conversion, wastewater treatment, waste management, environmental remediation, and photocatalysis. She is deeply invested in sustainable chemistry solutions that integrate material science with industrial-scale applications, aiming to address pressing global challenges in energy, environmental protection, and public health through innovative nanotechnology.
Awards
Dr. Yadav has been recognized with multiple best poster and oral presentation awards at national and international conferences for her innovative contributions to nanomaterials research. As a Board of Studies Member at Chandigarh University, she contributes to academic excellence across multiple departments, influencing curriculum development and research policy. Her patents on portable water filtration apparatus and automatic ceiling fan cleaning devices demonstrate her commitment to practical, sustainable innovations. These achievements reflect her status as a leading early-career researcher in materials chemistry and sustainable nanotechnology.
Publications
Title: Biosensor detection of COVID-19 in lung cancer: Hedgehog and mucin signaling insights
Journal: Current Pharmaceutical Design 29 (43), 3442–3457
Published on: 2023
Citation: 19
Title: Malachite green dye purification from effluent using synthesized ceramic clay: Characterisation; optimization and scale up
Journal: Ceramics International 49 (15), 24831–24851
Published on: 2023
Citation: 18
Title: Dye removal of cationic dye from aqueous solution through acid functionalized ceramic
Journal: Total Environment Research Themes 6, 100038
Published on: 2023
Citation: 15
Title: A review: on malachite green; synthesis, uses and toxic effects
Journal: Symposium on Synthesis, Characterization & Processing of Inorganic, Bio and …
Published on: 2023
Citation: 14
Title: Bioadsorption of dye from textile effluent with surface response methodology
Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings 68, 937–942
Published on: 2022
Citation: 6
Title: Optimizing malachite green dye removal with nano-silica clay in fixed-bed reactors
Journal: Journal of Nanoparticle Research 26 (9), 212
Published on: 2024
Citation: 3
Title: A Review on Biodiesel Production
Journal: International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry 7 (1), 26–39
Published on: 2021
Citation: 2
Title: Investigation of nanoscale surface roughness, fractal growth, optical constant and dispersion parameters of rf-sputtered CdS thin films for high-performance metal–semiconductor …
Journal: Optical and Quantum Electronics 57 (6), 331
Published on: 2025
Citation: 1
Conclusion
Dr. Jiten Yadav is a dynamic and innovative materials scientist whose research bridges the gap between advanced nanomaterials and sustainable real-world applications. Her work has advanced environmental remediation technologies, developed efficient biofuel production methods, and enhanced pollutant removal strategies through material innovation. With a proven track record in high-impact publications, patents, and collaborative projects, she exemplifies the qualities of a leading researcher dedicated to creating solutions for a sustainable future. Her interdisciplinary expertise, leadership, and commitment to ethical, impactful science make her an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
