Dr. Rabiranjan Murmu | Polymers | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology Sarang |  India

Dr. Rabiranjan Murmu, an accomplished academic and researcher, stands out as a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a remarkable blend of teaching excellence, groundbreaking research, and impactful contributions to the field of chemical engineering, Dr. Murmu’s career is a testament to innovation and dedication.

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Rabiranjan Murmu holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from Jadavpur University, Kolkata, completed in 2024. His doctoral thesis, titled Experimental Studies and Modelling of Chitosan-Based Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC), was supervised by Prof. (Dr.) Debashis Roy. A significant highlight of his Ph.D. journey was publishing six SCI-indexed papers based on his research findings. Dr. Murmu earned his M.Tech in Chemical Engineering from IIT Madras (2011-2013), where he worked under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Abhijit P. Deshpande. His master’s thesis focused on the Preparation & Characterization of SPEEK Membrane for Proton-Conducting Fuel Cell. He completed his B.Tech in Chemical Engineering at Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Sarang (2007-2011). Dr. Murmu’s early education includes +2 Science from Ravenshaw Junior College, Cuttack (2005-2007), and matriculation from Govt. High School, K.C. Pur, Mayurbhanj (2005).

📚 Professional Experience

Dr. Murmu has been serving as an Assistant Professor (Grade-I, Senior Grade) in the Chemical Engineering Department at Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology (IGIT), Sarang, since August 6, 2014. His responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervising UG, PG, and doctoral theses, organizing workshops and seminars, and actively contributing as a member of the Board of Studies and departmental course coordinator. In addition, he has held various administrative roles, including hostel management and purchase committee memberships. Dr. Murmu was promoted to Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) in 2019. Over the years, he has successfully guided four postgraduate projects and ten undergraduate projects, showcasing his dedication to student mentorship and academic growth.

🏆 Academic Achievements & Awards

Dr. Murmu has been recognized with several accolades throughout his career. Notably, he received the NPTEL Superstar Award for topping three courses during JAN-APR 2024 and the NPTEL Discipline Star Award for his performance in JUL-DEC 2023. Additionally, he was honored with the NPTEL Motivated Learners Award in JAN-APR 2024. Dr. Murmu has also demonstrated academic excellence by qualifying GATE twice (2011 and 2014) and receiving the prestigious MHRD Scholarship during his postgraduate studies at IIT Madras.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Murmu’s research focuses on cutting-edge areas of electrochemistry, including fuel cells, PEMFCs, and the simulation of fuel cell stacks. He has made significant contributions to the development and application of polymer composites, including their synthesis and characterization. His interests also extend to water treatment, where he has worked on biochar for heavy metal adsorption and ceramic membranes for filtration. In the field of energy and fuels, he is actively involved in optimizing biodiesel and biofuel production. Additionally, he has expertise in surface coating technologies, advancing solutions for diverse applications.

💻 Software Proficiency

Dr. Murmu is proficient in a range of technical software, including MATLAB, Aspen Plus, Origin Lab, MS Office, MINI TAB, and Z-View.

📚 Teaching Specialties

As an educator, Dr. Murmu specializes in a wide array of subjects, including Chemical Reaction Engineering, Heat Transfer, Membrane Science & Technology, Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, Numerical Methods & MATLAB, and Polymer Technology.

Publications Top Noted📖

Micrographite (μG) and Polypropylene (PP) Composites: Preparation and Influence of Filler Content on Property Modifications

Authors: Dharai, R.; Sutar, H.; Murmu, R.; Roy, D.

Journal: Journal of Composites Science

Year: 2024

Effects on Mechanical, Wear, Thermal, and Flammability of Vinyl Ester–Based Composite Reinforced with Biopolymer Made from Grape Stalk and Microfiber from Celosia cristata

Authors: Karthick, L.; Priyadharshini, V.J.; Mallireddy, N.; Murmu, R.; Nishanth, S.

Journal: Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery

Year: 2024

Sustainable Solutions for Heavy Metal Contamination: Characterization and Regeneration of Water Hyacinth Biosorbent in Wastewater Treatment

Authors: Murmu, R.; George, S.M.; Yuvarani, P.; Amudha, K.; Karuna, M.S.

Journal: Global Nest Journal

Year: 2024

Preparation and Characterization of Red Mud Modified Chitosan-PVA Composite Membrane for Direct Methanol Fuel Cell

Authors: Murmu, R.; Roy, D.; Patra, S.C.; Sutar, H.; Choudhary, B.

Journal: Journal of Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage

Year: 2023

Development of Chitosan-Based Hybrid Membrane Modified with Ionic-Liquid and Carbon Nanotubes for Direct Methanol Fuel Cell Operating at Moderate Temperature

Authors: Murmu, R.; Roy, D.; Jena, S.; Sutar, H.

Journal: Polymer Bulletin

Year: 2023