Ponnusamy Shanmugam | Synthesis | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Ponnusamy Shanmugam, Central Leather Research Institute(CLRI), India.

Prof. Dr. P. Shanmugam 🎓 is a distinguished Chief Scientist and Head of Chemistry at AcSIR, with a remarkable career spanning decades in organic and bio-organic chemistry. Born in Bommidi, Tamil Nadu 🇮🇳, he earned his Ph.D. in Organic Synthesis from the University of Madras and pursued post-doctoral research at Princeton University, USA 🇺🇸 (BOYSCAST Fellow) and Hokkaido University, Japan 🇯🇵 (JSPS Fellow). With extensive experience at CSIR-CLRI and NIIST, he has mentored numerous M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. scholars. A distinguished member of multiple prestigious scientific societies 🌏, his contributions to synthetic and organometallic chemistry have earned him several national and international honors 🏆.

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Education & Experience

📚 Education

🎓 B.Sc. (Chemistry) – University of Madras, 1987 (First Class)
🎓 M.Sc. (Organic Chemistry) – University of Madras, 1989 (First Class)
🎓 Ph.D. (Synthetic Organic Chemistry) – University of Madras, 1998
🏅 Post-Doctoral Research – Princeton University, USA (1999-2000) 🔬
🏅 Post-Doctoral Research – Hokkaido University, Japan (2002-2003) 🧪

💼 Professional Experience

🏢 Chief Scientist & Head – CLRI, Chennai (2020-Present)
🏢 Senior Principal Scientist – CLRI, Chennai (2012-2020)
🏢 Principal Scientist – CLRI & NIIST, Trivandrum (2007-2012)
🏢 Senior Scientist & Scientist – NIIST, Trivandrum (1999-2007)
🏢 Junior Scientist & Research Fellow – University of Madras (1989-1999)

Suitability Summary

Prof. Dr. P. Shanmugam, Chief Scientist, Head, and Professor of Chemistry at AcSIR, New Delhi, is a distinguished researcher in organic and bio-organic chemistry, making him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With an illustrious career spanning over three decades, he has made remarkable contributions to synthetic organic chemistry, organometallics, and advanced stereocontrol techniques. His pioneering research in total synthesis, radical cyclization, and oxy-Cope rearrangement has positioned him as a leading scientist in the field.

Professional Development

Prof. Dr. P. Shanmugam 🧪 has made significant contributions to synthetic organic chemistry, particularly in radical cyclization and organometallic chemistry. As a mentor, he has guided numerous Ph.D. and M.Sc. students 🎓, shaping future scientists. He is an active member of esteemed organizations like ACS 🇺🇸, CRSI 🇮🇳, and ICS 📖. His research projects, funded by DST and CSIR 💰, focus on innovative synthetic methodologies. Recognized globally, he has collaborated with prestigious institutions, received multiple fellowships 🏆, and contributed to cutting-edge research. His leadership at CLRI, Chennai, continues to advance organic and bio-organic chemistry. 🔬🌿

Research Focus

Prof. Dr. P. Shanmugam 🔬 specializes in synthetic organic chemistry, focusing on organometallics, radical cyclization, and total synthesis of bioactive compounds 🧪. His work in stereoselective synthesis and green chemistry approaches contributes to pharmaceuticals 💊 and agrochemicals 🌿. With expertise in acyclic stereocontrol and oxy-Cope rearrangement, he explores novel reaction mechanisms. His interdisciplinary research integrates bio-organic and medicinal chemistry, optimizing synthetic methodologies for industrial applications 🏭. He actively collaborates with global institutions 🌍, advancing chemical sciences through innovative synthetic strategies. His research supports sustainable chemistry and drug discovery, making significant contributions to modern chemical advancements. 🏆🔍

Awards & Honors 🏆

🏅 CSIR-UGC NET (1989) & GATE (1990) Qualified
🏅 CSIR-UGC NET (1993) & SLST (1993) Qualified
🏅 BOYSCAST Fellowship (1998-1999) – Princeton University, USA 🇺🇸
🏅 JSPS Fellowship (2002-2003) – Hokkaido University, Japan 🇯🇵
🏅 Recognized Research Guide – University of Madras, Kerala University, Anna University 🎓
🏅 Life Member – CRSI, ICS, SBC (India) & ACS (USA) 📚
🏅 Board of Studies Member – Kongunadu Arts & Science College, SRM University 📖
🏅 Principal Investigator – Multiple DST & CSIR Research Projects 💰

Publication Top Notes

Synthesis of novel functionalized 3-spiropyrrolizidine and 3-spiropyrrolidine oxindoles | Organic Letters | 2007 | Cited by: 171

An efficient stereoselective synthesis of 3-spirocyclopentene-and 3-spiropyrazole-2-oxindoles | Chemical Communications | 2010 | Cited by: 109

Pyridine Core Activation via 1,5-Electrocyclization of Vinyl Pyridinium Ylides | Organic Letters | 2010 | Cited by: 97

A facile and efficient synthesis of highly functionalised 3,3′-dispiropyrrolidine-and 3,3′-dispiropyrrolizidine bisoxindoles | Tetrahedron Letters | 2008 | Cited by: 75

Synthesis of functionalized 3-spirocyclopropane-2-indolones from isomerised Baylis–Hillman adducts of isatin | Tetrahedron | 2006 | Cited by: 73

Studies on montmorillonite K10-microwave assisted isomerisation of Baylis–Hillman adduct | Tetrahedron | 2004 | Cited by: 64

Development of an approach to the synthesis of the plakortones | Tetrahedron Letters | 2000 | Cited by: 54

Stereoselective synthesis of tri-and tetrasubstituted oxepanes via n-Bu3SnH mediated 7-endo-trig vinyl radical cyclisation | Tetrahedron Letters | 2005 | Cited by: 51

Adrian David | Synthesis | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Adrian David, University of Caen Normandy, France.

Dr. Adrian David is an Associate Professor at UNICAEN and Deputy Head of the Chemistry, Physics, and Engineering Department in Caen, France. He specializes in materials science, focusing on vanadates, nickelates, and titanates thin films. His research involves PLD synthesis, superlattice optimization, and interfacial studies. With over 54 publications, he has led multiple funded projects, including OpTCO and Citron. He has supervised several Ph.D. students and serves as a Guest Editor for the journal Coatings. His contributions in thin film growth and epitaxial structures make him a key figure in advanced materials research. 🏗️📡

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Education & Experience

Ph.D. in Materials Science (2010) – University of Caen 🏅
Postdoctoral Fellow (2011-2012) – Nanyang Technological University, Singapore 🌏
Lecturer (2012-2013) – University of Caen Basse-Normandie 📚
Associate Professor (2013-present) – UNICAEN-CRISMAT 🔬
Deputy Head of Chemistry, Physics, and Engineering Department (2021-present) – UNICAEN 🏫

Suitability Summary

Dr. Adrian David, an Associate Professor at UNICAEN and Deputy Head of the Chemistry, Physics, and Engineering Department, is a distinguished researcher in materials science, making him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His expertise lies in thin film synthesis, superlattices, and poly-oriented substrates, with a strong focus on vanadates, nickelates, and titanates. Through pioneering work in Pulsed Laser Deposition (PLD), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), he has significantly contributed to advancing the field.

Professional Development

Dr. Adrian David has built a strong academic career in materials science, with a primary focus on thin film synthesis, structural analysis, and interface engineering. He has served as a Guest Editor for the journal Coatings, leading special issues on epitaxial thin film growth. He actively collaborates with international research teams, securing funding for national and state-funded projects like OpTCO and Citron. His research employs advanced characterization techniques such as XRD, SEM, TEM, EBSD, PPMS, and SQUID, ensuring high-impact contributions to thin-film physics and functional materials. 🏗️🔍📡

Research Focus

Dr. Adrian David’s research lies in the synthesis, characterization, and optimization of thin films, particularly in vanadates, nickelates, and titanates. His expertise spans PLD (Pulsed Laser Deposition) techniques, epitaxial growth, and interface studies. Using RHEED, XRD, SEM, and TEM, he investigates the correlation between material structures and properties. His work extends to multilayered superlattices for applications in nanoelectronics and functional materials. As a project leader, he explores novel coatings and thin-film engineering to enhance device performance and industrial applications. His research contributes significantly to the development of next-generation materials for advanced technologies. 🏗️⚡📊

Awards & Honors 🏆

Deputy Head of Chemistry, Physics, and Engineering Department – UNICAEN (2021-present) 🏫
Editorial Board Member – Coatings (since 2019) 📝
Guest Editor – Coatings: State-of-the-Art Research in France (2020) 🇫🇷
Guest Editor – Coatings: Recent Progress in Epitaxial Growth of Thin Films (2024) 🏗️
Project Leader – OpTCO (2020-2022) & Citron (2021-2025) 🔬💡

Publication Top Notes

Influence of the SrVO₃ thin film thickness integrated on glass thanks to [Ca₂Nb₃O₁₀]⁻ nanosheets – Applied Surface Science, 2025 –

Tuning the Transparency Window of SrVO₃ Transparent Conducting Oxide – ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces, 2024 –

Investigation of optical transitions and electrical properties in LaVO₃/SrTiO₃ heterostructure – Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing, 2024 – Cited by: 2

Enhancing implant performance: 20% reduction in Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacterial initial formation with Cu₀.₇₅Ti₀.₂₅O₂ coating – AIP Advances, 2023 –

Scanning Precession Electron Tomography (SPET) for Structural Analysis of Thin Films along Their Thickness – Symmetry, 2023 – Cited by: 1