Dr. Ravikumar CR, East West Institute Of Technology, India
Dr. C.R. Ravikumar, M.Sc., Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at East West Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, India. With over 15 years of teaching and research experience, his expertise lies in secondary batteries, supercapacitors, and electrochemical sensors. He earned his Ph.D. from Kalasalingam University, Tamil Nadu, focusing on the electrochemical behavior of β-nickel hydroxide electrodes in nickel-based secondary batteries. Dr. Ravikumar has published over 172 research papers and holds significant expertise in electroanalytical techniques and material synthesis. His work aims to advance energy storage technologies and sensor development for a sustainable future. 🌍🔋📚
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🎓 Education and Experience:
- Ph.D. – Effect of additives on β-nickel hydroxide electrodes in nickel-based batteries, Kalasalingam University, Tamil Nadu 🏅
- M.Sc. (Inorganic Chemistry) – V.V. Pura College of Science, Bangalore University 🎯
- B.Sc. (Chemistry, Botany, Zoology) – V.V. Puram Science College, Bangalore University 🌿
- Associate Professor – East West Institute of Technology, Bengaluru (2018 – Present) 👨🏫
- Assistant Professor – East West Institute of Technology, Bengaluru (2015 – 2017) 🏛️
- Assistant Professor – SVV Institute of Technology, Bengaluru (2013 – 2015) 🎓
- Assistant Professor – Padmashree Institute of Management Studies, Bengaluru (2013 – 2014) 🏢
- Assistant Professor – GSS Institute of Technology, Bengaluru (2007 – 2013) 👨🔬
📈 Professional Development:
Dr. Ravikumar has made significant contributions to electrochemical science, focusing on battery technology and electrochemical sensors. His research explores the synthesis and characterization of nickel hydroxide electrodes with metal dopants for battery and supercapacitor applications. He is also engaged in developing modified carbon paste electrode-based sensors and investigating electroanalytical techniques to improve performance. With over 172 research publications, including 154 journal papers and 18 ISBN papers, Dr. Ravikumar has established himself as a leading figure in electrochemical research. He has served as an examiner, deputy chief superintendent, and squad member for university examinations. 🌍🔬📚
🔋 Research Focus:
Dr. Ravikumar’s research primarily focuses on secondary batteries, nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries, supercapacitors, and electrochemical sensors. His work includes the synthesis and characterization of nickel hydroxide electrodes with metal dopants, developing pasted electrodes, and improving electrode performance through electrochemical studies. His expertise in electroanalytical techniques has enabled advancements in modified carbon paste electrode-based sensors for environmental and biomedical applications. His research aims to enhance energy storage efficiency and sensor sensitivity, contributing to sustainable energy solutions. 🌍🔋⚡
🏆 Awards and Honors:
- Best Researcher Award – East West Institute of Technology 🏆
- Outstanding Contribution in Research – VTU Belgaum 🌟
- Certificate of Excellence in Teaching – Bangalore University 🥇
- Top Researcher Award – East West Institute of Technology 🏅
- Editorial Board Member – Leading scientific journals 📖
Publication Top Notes:
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Enhanced photocatalytic and electrochemical performance of TiO₂-Fe₂O₃ nanocomposite: Its applications in dye decolorization and as supercapacitors – Cited by: 180 (2020) 🌟🔋🎯
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Facile green synthesis of silver oxide nanoparticles and their electrochemical, photocatalytic and biological studies – Cited by: 160 (2020) 🌿⚡🧪
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Nano CuO: Electrochemical sensor for the determination of paracetamol and D-glucose – Cited by: 155 (2019) 🩺🧪🛠️
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Sonochemical synthesis of NiFe₂O₄ nanoparticles: Characterization and their photocatalytic and electrochemical applications – Cited by: 139 (2020) 🔬🧪💡
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Multi-functional Zn₂TiO₄: Sm³⁺ nanopowders: excellent performance as an electrochemical sensor and a UV photocatalyst – Cited by: 122 (2018) 🌞⚡🧲