Avinash Baji | Nanomaterials | Editorial Board Member

Editorial Board Member

Avinash Baji
Affiliation La Trobe University – Bundoora Campus
Country Australia
Scopus ID 12763832600
Documents 97
Citations 4,366
h-index 33
Subject Area Nanomaterials
Event International Research Chemistry Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-9611-3381

Avinash Baji is a researcher affiliated with La Trobe University in Australia whose academic profile is associated with the field of nanomaterials. His scholarly record, as represented by the supplied Scopus information, comprises 97 documents, 4,366 citations, and an h-index of 33. These indicators provide a bibliometric overview of his research activity and scholarly visibility. [1]

Abstract

This profile documents the academic recognition of Avinash Baji as an Editorial Board Member in the context of the International Research Chemistry Awards. The supplied academic information identifies La Trobe University, Australia, as his institutional affiliation and nanomaterials as the principal subject area.[1]

Keywords

Avinash Baji, Nanomaterials, Materials Science,  Nanotechnology, Advanced Materials, Nanoscience, Materials Research, Scientific Innovation, Research Excellence, Scholarly Impact, Chemistry Research, Nanoscale Science, Research Publications, Citation Impact, Academic Achievement, Research Collaboration, Functional  [2]

Introduction

Nanomaterials research encompasses the design, characterization, processing, and application of materials whose properties are strongly influenced by nanoscale structure. The field intersects chemistry, materials science, engineering, physics, and related disciplines. Within this research environment, scholarly publication.[1]

Research Profile

The available research profile places Avinash Baji within the nanomaterials subject area and records an institutional affiliation with La Trobe University in Australia. The supplied Scopus data indicate 97 indexed documents. These figures can be interpreted as indicators of the scale and citation visibility of the indexed scholarly record. [4]

Research Contributions

Based on the supplied subject classification, the research profile is situated within nanomaterials, a broad area concerned with nanoscale materials and their structure–property relationships. Research in this area may involve synthesis, characterization, functionalization, processing, and evaluation of advanced materials for scientific and technological applications. [2]

Publications

The supplied Scopus information reports 97 documents associated with the researcher’s author profile. This document count provides a quantitative description of indexed scholarly output. Because individual publication titles, journals, publication years, and identifiers were not supplied as part of the source data, no specific publication-level claims are made in this profile. [3]

Research Impact

Bibliometric indicators should nevertheless be interpreted in relation to disciplinary practices, publication age, collaboration patterns, database coverage, and the characteristics of the relevant research community. Accordingly, the reported indicators are presented here as profile information rather than as a standalone measure of research quality. [2]

Award Suitability

The designation presented on this page is Editorial Board Member. It should be understood as an academic recognition designation associated with the stated event and should not be interpreted as an independent ranking of the researcher or as confirmation of a particular award outcome unless separately documented by the awarding organization. [3]

Conclusion

Avinash Baji’s supplied academic profile identifies La Trobe University in Australia as his institutional affiliation and nanomaterials as his subject area. The associated Scopus record is reported to contain 97 documents, 4,366 citations, and an h-index of 33. Together with the researcher’s ORCID identifier, these records provide a structured basis for academic identification and bibliometric description. [4]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Avinash Baji, Author ID 12763832600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/pages/authors/12763832600
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). Avinash Baji ORCID record. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9611-3381
  3. International Research Chemistry Awards. (n.d.).
    https://researchchemistry.org
  4. Kavuru, P., Baji, A., Sharma, H., & Gupta, R. K. (2026). Role of lubricant viscosity on fog harvesting performance over lubricant infused nanostructured surfaces. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 750, 141441.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.colsurfa.2026.141441

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ajay Potbhare – Nanotechnology – Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ajay Potbhare – Nanotechnology – Best Researcher Award

Smt. Panchashila Art, Science and Commerce Womens College, Hardoli, Bhandara, Maharashtra – India

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🎓 Academic Qualification

Dr. Ajay Kanthiram Potbhare holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur (2022), specializing in Green Synthesis and Application of Nanostructures Graphene-based Metal Oxide/Polymer Nanocomposites. His doctoral research was conducted under the supervision of Dr. R. G. Chaudhary. Prior to his Ph.D., he completed his M.Sc. in Chemistry (2013) from RTM Nagpur University with 65% marks. He has also qualified prestigious national-level examinations, including GATE (2014) at IIT Kharagpur, SET (2015, 2016) by Savitribai Phule Pune University, and CSIR-NET (2017, 2018) with AIR-49, 51.

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience

Dr. Potbhare is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Smt. Panchashila Arts, Science, and Commerce Women’s College, Hardoli, Bhandara (Maharashtra). He has also worked as an Assistant Professor (Contractual/CHB) at S. K. Porwal Arts, Science & Commerce College, Kamptee, RTM Nagpur University.

📜 Administrative Experience

He has actively contributed to academic administration and university examination processes. He was appointed as Co-officer in charge of the YCMOU Exam (Summer-2019) at Kamptee Centre (NO. 4712A). Additionally, he has served at the Spot Valuation Center of RTM Nagpur University, where he participated in the valuation and moderation of B.Sc. Chemistry examination papers for Summer-2023 and Winter-2023.

🏅 Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Ajay Kanthiram Potbhare has received several prestigious awards and honors for his outstanding contributions to scientific research and academics. In 2019, he was honored with the Award of Appreciation by ISCAS/DAE Sponsored NCSCA for his remarkable achievements in the field of chemistry. His dedication to research was further recognized when he received the RTM Memorial Research Fellowship (RTMMRF) Award from RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur, in 2020. Continuing his academic excellence, he was awarded the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Research Fellowship (MJPRF) Award by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Maharashtra, in 2021. His talent and intellectual capabilities were evident from an early stage, as he won the Gold Medal in the Zonal/Departmental Level Debate Competition organized by the Department of Sports, Zilha Parishad, Nagpur, in 2001. In addition to his academic and research recognitions, Dr. Potbhare has earned various certifications. He successfully completed Clinical Biochemistry & Medical Microbiology certification from S.K. Porwal College, Kamptee, in 2009. Furthermore, he obtained the MS-CIT Certification from MSBTE, Mumbai, in 2006, showcasing his technical proficiency. Dr. Potbhare is also a Life Member of the Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA), Kolkata, a prestigious organization that recognizes significant contributions to scientific research. His induction into ISCA in 2022 highlights his standing in the scientific community.

Notable Publications📝


📖Mesoporous, High Surface Area and Microrod-Shaped Cobalt (II) Coordination Polymer for Assessment of Molecular Structure, Thermolysis, and Non-Isothermal Kinetics Parameters
  • Authors: Rina Bagade, Azmat Ali Khan, Abdul Malik, Ahmed Abdala, Sabiha Fatima, Sangesh P. Zodape, Harjeet D. Juneja, Ajay K. Potbhare, Ratiram G. Chaudhary

  • Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure

  • Year: 2025

📖Graphitic Carbon Nitride-Based Photocatalysts for Environmental Remediation of Organic Pollutants
  • Authors: Ganesh S. Bhusari, Ahmed A. Abdala, Mayuri S. Umekar, Toshali Bhoyar, Vidyasagar Devthade, Bharat P. Kapgate, Ajay P. Potbhare, Ratiram G. Chaudhary

  • Journal: Current Nanoscience

  • Year: 2023

📖Graphene-Polymer Nanocomposites for Environmental Remediation of Organic Pollutants
  • Authors: Shrirame T.S., Khan J.S., Umekar M.S., Potbhare A.K., Bhilkar P.R., Bhusari G.S., Masram D.T., Abdala A.A., Chaudhary R.G.

  • Journal: Energy, Environment, and Sustainability

  • Year: 2022

📖Phytochemically Fabricated Reduced Graphene Oxide-ZnO NCs by Sesbania bispinosa for Photocatalytic Performances
  • Authors: Ajay Potbhare

  • Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings

  • Year: 2021

📖Bioinspired Reduced Graphene Oxide-Based Nanohybrids for Photocatalysis and Antibacterial Applications
  • Authors: Mayuri S. Umekar, Ganesh S. Bhusari, Ajay K. Potbhare, Aniruddha Mondal, Bharat P. Kapgate, Martin F. Desimone, Ratiram Gomaji Chaudhary

  • Journal: Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

  • Year: 2021

 

Dr. Sara Cerra – Nanochemistry – Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sara Cerra – Nanochemistry – Best Researcher Award

Sapienza University of Rome Italy

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🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Sara Cerra earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences in 2022 from Sapienza University of Rome. Currently, she is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Chemistry, Sapienza University of Rome (Italy), where she continues her groundbreaking research in nanomaterials synthesis and characterization.

🔬 Research Focus & Expertise

Dr. Cerra’s research is dedicated to the synthesis and characterization of noble metal nanoparticles, metal oxide nanoparticles, polymeric nanoparticles, and nanohybrids. She specializes in their surface functionalization using both hydrophilic and hydrophobic ligands, enabling structure-property correlation studies and improving their physicochemical properties. Her research has applications in optoelectronics, sensing, nanomedicine, and biotechnology. During her Ph.D. and postdoctoral work, she pioneered the surface functionalization of colloidal nanoparticles, revealing critical insights into their surface properties. One of her major achievements includes the synthesis of nanoparticles with mixed functionalization, enhancing their colloidal stability. Additionally, she explored the design of bifunctional organic and organometallic ligands, leading to the creation of covalent nanoparticle networks with unique optoelectronic properties.

🏆 Recognitions & Awards

Dr. Cerra has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to nanomaterials research. In 2022, she received the prestigious “FareRicerca” award. Furthermore, her paper, “Hydrophilic Gold Nanoparticles as Anti-PD-L1 Antibody Carriers: Synthesis and Interface Properties,” was honored with the “Top Cited Article 2021-2022” recognition by the journal Part. Part. Syst. Charact..

🏛 Professional Memberships

Dr. Cerra is an active member of the Inorganic Chemistry Division of the Italian Chemical Society (SCI) since 2019. Through her membership, she continues to engage with the scientific community, contributing to advancements in nanoscience and material chemistry.

🚀 Impact & Future Contributions

Dr. Sara Cerra’s innovative research in nanoparticles and nanohybrids is paving the way for new materials with advanced applications in healthcare, electronics, and sustainable technologies. Her contributions to nanomedicine, optoelectronics, and sensing technologies highlight her role as a pioneer in the field of functional nanomaterials.

Notable Publications📖


📖Ag-Decorated Titania Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Applications
  • Authors: Martina Mercurio, Farid Hajareh Haghighi, Francesca Ubaldi, Sara Cerra, Maria Luisa Astolfi, Roberto Matassa, Chiara Battocchio, Martina Marsotto, Cinzia De Angelis, Sara Della Monaca et al.

  • Journal: ACS Applied Nano Materials

  • Year: 2024

📖Biochar/Biopolymer Composites for Potential In Situ Groundwater Remediation
  • Authors: Marco Petrangeli Papini, Sara Cerra, Damiano Feriaud, Ida Pettiti, Laura Lorini, Ilaria Fratoddi

  • Journal: Materials

  • Year: 2024

📖Micro and Nanostructured Carbon-Phenolic Ablators Modified by PVP Addition
  • Authors: Laura Paglia, Rita Bottacchiari, Flavio Cognigni, Sara Cerra, Virgilio Genova, Marco Rossi, Ilaria Fratoddi, Francesco Marra, Giovanni Pulci

  • Journal: Materials & Design

  • Year: 2024

📖Biochar/Biopolymer Composites for In-Situ Groundwater Remediation
  • Authors: Marco Petrangeli Papini, Sara Cerra, Damiano Feriaud, Ida Pettiti, Laura Lorini, Ilaria Fratoddi

  • Journal: Preprint

  • Year: 2024

📖Nanoscale Solutions: The Transformative Applications of Functionalized Nanomaterials in Environmental Remediation
  • Authors: Sara Cerra, Ilaria Fratoddi

  • Journal: Applied Nano

  • Year: 2024