Mahuya Das | Biodegradable Composites | Best Researcher Award Published on 22/10/202422/10/2024 by ScienceFather Mahuya Das | Biodegradable Composites | Best Researcher Award Dr. Mahuya Das, Greater Kolkata College of Engineering and Management, India. Prof. Dr. Mahuya Das is a distinguished Professor of Chemistry at Greater Kolkata College of Engineering and Management, India. With a Ph.D. in Polymer Science and Technology from the University of Calcutta, she has over 15 years of teaching and research experience, focusing on polymer processing, nanotechnology, and composite materials. A prolific author, she has published more than 90 scientific papers and holds six patents. Her innovative work on biodegradable composites has made significant contributions to sustainable materials science. Prof. Das is dedicated to advancing research and education in polymer science. Publication profile Scopus Orcid Education and Experience M. Tech. in Polymer Science and Technology (1995) Ph.D. in Polymer Science and Technology (Sept. 2008, University of Calcutta) Principal, Greater Kolkata College of Engineering and Management, JIS Group Teaching Experience: 16 years Research Experience: 12 years M. Tech Thesis Guidance: 5 Ph.D. Guidance: 1 submitted, 3 pursuing Suitability For The Award Prof. Dr. Mahuya Das is an accomplished academic and researcher with over 15 years of experience in the field of Polymer Science and Technology. Her extensive contributions to teaching, research, and the development of innovative materials make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Professional Development () Prof. Mahuya Das has continuously advanced her professional development through active participation in academic and research communities. She has served as a guest faculty at the Indian Institute of Packaging and the University of Calcutta, contributing to numerous research projects and mentoring students. As a reviewer for esteemed SCI indexed journals, she stays updated with the latest advancements in polymer science. Her involvement in professional organizations, such as the Society of Polymer Science and the Indian Association for Cultivation of Science, further highlights her commitment to fostering growth in the field. Research Focus Prof. Mahuya Das’s research focuses on developing biodegradable composites and nanomaterials for various applications, including packaging, water treatment, and biomedical uses. She investigates the properties of polymeric materials, reinforced composites, and advanced materials such as graphene and carbon nanotubes (CNT). Her work aims to enhance the mechanical and thermal properties of materials while promoting sustainability through the use of eco-friendly resources like cellulose from sugarcane bagasse. Her innovative approach significantly contributes to material science and nanotechnology advancements. Awards and Honors () Senior Research Fellowship by CSIR, Govt of India Hottest Article Award from Wiley Interscience Publication (2008-2009) Invited Speaker at various national and international conferences Guest Faculty at Indian Institute of Packaging for 8 years Reviewer for multiple SCI Indexed International Journals Publications An entropy-TOPSIS approach to find PMMA/cellulose based biocomposite with optimum mechanical and bio-degradation properties – Cited by 0 (2024) Synthesis of metal based nano particles from Moringa Olifera and its biomedical applications: A review – Cited by 6 (2023) Road construction by waste polymer: A solution to environmental pollution – Cited by 1 (2023) Influence of chlorite treatment on the fine structure of alkali pretreated sugarcane bagasse – Cited by 5 (2023) Application of polyvinyl alcohol as a stabilizer for nanoparticles and the formation of nanocomposites – Cited by 0 (2022) Green synthesis of antimicrobial silver nanoparticles using fruit extract of Glycosmis pentaphylla and its theoretical explanations – Cited by 46 (2022) Biomedical applications of biocomposites derived from cellulose – Cited by 0 (2021)