Dr. Pandurangan Vijayalakshmi | Chemistry | Green Chemistry Advancement Award

Dr. Pandurangan Vijayalakshmi | Chemistry | Green Chemistry Advancement Award

Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Saveetha University | India

Dr. Pandurangan Vijayalakshmi is a dedicated researcher and educator specializing in Chemistry, with a strong background in nanomaterials and environmental applications. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry from Tamil Nadu Open University, Chennai, with a highly commended thesis on the Synthesis of Nanocomposites and Their Photocatalytic Degradation Efficiency on Organic Pollutants. She also holds postgraduate degrees in Chemistry from the University of Madras and in Education from Lady Willingdon Institute of Advanced Study in Education, along with professional qualifications in B.Ed. Physical Science and a Diploma in Yoga for Human Excellence. Her academic and teaching journey includes experience as a teacher at D.A.V. School, Kanchipuram, and research training as a Joint Research Scholar at CSIR-NEERI, Chennai. Dr. Vijayalakshmi’s research interests encompass energy storage and conversion, CO₂ reduction, water splitting, electrochemistry, and molecular docking. Proficient in advanced characterization tools such as XRD, FTIR, SEM, and EIS, she combines technical expertise with analytical proficiency. Her projects reflect a passion for sustainable technologies and environmental remediation. Recognized for academic excellence and interdisciplinary knowledge, Dr. Vijayalakshmi continues to contribute to innovative chemical research, inspiring students and promoting green scientific advancements.

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Featured Publications

Abirami, S., Kumar, E., Vigneshwaran, B., & Vijayalakshmi, P. (2025). Fabrication of symmetric PANI/CeVO₄ nanocomposites supercapacitor device: Electrochemical characterization and performance evaluation. Electrochimica Acta.

Pandurangan, V., & Visnu, S. (2025). Visible-light-activated graphitic carbon nitride/CdS heterostructure for superior photocatalytic removal of amoxicillin. Asian Journal of Chemistry.

Pandurangan, V. (2025). Photocatalytic nanocomposites for amoxicillin degradation: Mechanistic insights, kinetics, and environmental implications. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science.

Pandurangan, V., Gangireddy, R., Thangavelu, L., & Visnu, S. (2025). Photocatalytic performance of SnO₂ nanoparticles for the efficient degradation of chlorpyrifos pesticide under visible light irradiation. Asian Journal of Chemistry.

Pandurangan, V., Selvakumar, A., Baskaran, V., & Geetha, R. V. (2025). Enhanced photocatalytic activity of Z-scheme ZrO₂/V₂O₅ nanocomposite with graphite carbon nitride for effective degradation of amoxicillin and crystal violet under visible light. Emergent Materials.

Vijayalakshmi, P., Shanmugavelan, P., & Mareeswaran, P. M. (2024). Enhanced photocatalytic activity of V₂O₅/g-C₃N₄/ZnO nanocomposite for efficient degradation of amoxicillin, chlorpyrifos, and methylene blue. Research Square (Preprint).

Vijayalakshmi, P., Shanmugavelan, P., & Mareeswaran, P. M. (2024). Enhanced photocatalytic activity of V₂O₅/g-C₃N₄/ZnO nanocomposite for efficient degradation of amoxicillin, chlorpyrifos, and methylene blue. Ionics.

Mr. Di Ran, Surface Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Di Ran, Surface Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Di Ran, Shenyang Urban Construction University, China

Dr. Ran Di has demonstrated an impressive commitment to advancing surface chemistry and mechanical engineering. Through pioneering research on graphene nanoribbons, copper substrate coatings, and mechanical behaviors under atomic-level precision, his work has significantly impacted the understanding and practical applications of nano-material cutting mechanisms.

Professional Profile

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Ran Di has an impressive academic background in Mechanical Engineering. He completed his Bachelor’s degree at Liaoning University of Technology (2009.09 – 2013.07) before advancing to Shenyang University of Technology for his Master’s degree (2013.09 – 2016.04). He is currently a Ph.D. candidate in Mechanical Engineering at Shenyang University, where his research focuses on precision cutting and nanotechnology applications in advanced materials like graphene.

👩‍💻 Work Experience

Dr. Di has nine years of industry experience, having held various roles in mechanical engineering. He began as a Mechanical Engineer at Shenyang Tuojing Technology Co., Ltd. (2016.04 – 2017.08), where he gained hands-on experience in mechanical design. He then moved on to become a Product Engineer at Bekaert Shenyang Precision Steel Products Co., Ltd. (2017.08 – 2019.12), further developing his skills in product development and precision engineering. Since 2020, he has served as an Experimental Teacher at Shenyang Urban Construction College, where he combines his practical knowledge with academic instruction, guiding students in experimental methods and mechanical technologies.

🏆 Research Projects & Scientific Achievements

Dr. Di has contributed significantly to his field through various research projects. He is a participant in a National Natural Science Foundation project on Photocatalytic Mechanochemical Nanocutting Theory and Key Technology Foundation for Graphene Band Gap Regulation (2023.01 – Present), where he explores nanocutting mechanisms. He also hosts a Basic Scientific Research project funded by the Liaoning Provincial Department of Education, focusing on the fixed-width cutting and edge morphology modification of graphene nanoribbons (2023.11 – Present). Additionally, he leads a project funded by the Shenyang Institute of Urban Construction, researching controllable nano-cutting and edge modification of graphene, highlighting his expertise in graphene applications and material science (2021.11 – Present).

Publications Top Noted📄 

Effects of nanocutting environments on the electronic structure of armchair-type graphene nanoribbons: the first-principles study

Authors: Tang, M., Yuan, Z., Sun, J., Feng, Y., Zhou, X.

Journal: Physica Scripta

Year: 2024

Structural evolution and microscopic mechanisms of atomically precise edge graphene nanoribbons prepared by chemical functionalization-assisted cutting

Authors: Ran, D., Yuan, Z., Wang, N., Sun, J., Feng, S.

Journal: Materials Today Communications

Year: 2024

Micromechanical effects of substrate hardness on graphene nano-cutting quality

Authors: Tang, M., Yuan, Z., Sun, J., Zhou, X., Ran, D.

Journal: Materials Today Communications

Year: 2024

Mechanical behaviour and micro-mechanism of atomically precise edge graphene nanoribbons mechanical cutting guided by hydrogen atom adsorption

Authors: Ran, D., Yuan, Z., Wang, N., Zheng, P.

Journal: Diamond and Related Materials

Year: 2024

Influence Mechanism of Substrate Chemisorption on Mechanical Cutting Properties of Graphene | 基底化学吸附对石墨烯机械裁剪性能的影响机制

Authors: Ran, D., Zheng, P., Yuan, Z., Wang, N.

Journal: Zhongguo Biaomian Gongcheng/China Surface Engineering

Year: 2023