Dr. Sunil Kumar demonstrates exemplary scientific credentials as a researcher, educator, and innovator in the field of Chemistry and Material Science. His extensive work in nanomaterials, polymer chemistry, and renewable energy applications reflects both depth and impact. With over 17 international publications, 16 book chapters, and a Ph.D. from IIT(BHU), he has made valuable scientific advancements, especially in quantum dot-sensitized solar cells (QDSSC) and electrochemical energy storage. His consistent presence at national and international conferences, invited talks, and editorial roles further affirms his status as a leading scientist with strong academic leadership and outreach.
🎓 Education & Experience
🎓 Education:
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🏫 High School – UP Board (2006) – 70.5% – Science
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🧪 Intermediate – UP Board (2008) – 75.8% – Science
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🎓 B.Sc. (Hons) – Banaras Hindu University (2012) – Chemistry – 72.6%
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📘 M.Sc. – BHU (2014) – Chemistry – 78.9%
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🎓 Ph.D. – IIT(BHU) (2022) – Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science
🧑🏫 Professional Experience:
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👨🏫 Assistant Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, L.N.T. College (2017–Present)
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👔 Head of Department, Chemistry (Since Aug 2019)
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🧑💼 Course Coordinator & Administrative Roles (Multiple ongoing)
Professional Development 🚀📖
Dr. Sunil Kumar is deeply committed to professional growth through a range of development programs 📚. He has completed orientation and refresher courses from reputed HRDC centers 🏛️ and has attended FDPs at IIT(BHU), NIT Uttarakhand, and others 🖥️. His participation includes training on water management 💧, ICT in education 🎥, and emotional intelligence 🧠. He is a regular speaker at national and international conferences 🎤, delivering invited talks on energy materials and nanotechnology 🔋. His involvement as Chairperson, Jury, and Convener at academic events further enhances his educational leadership profile 🏆.
Research Focus 🔍🤖
Dr. Kumar’s research focuses on advanced materials and clean energy technologies 🌞. His work encompasses nanomaterials, redox polymers, polyurethane electrolytes, and polyelectrolytes, with a major emphasis on solar photovoltaics like QDSSC and DSSC ⚛️. He also delves into energy storage materials, batteries, and electrochemical sensors 🔋🧪. The interdisciplinary nature of his research links chemistry with environmental sustainability and renewable energy innovation 🌍. His studies aim to develop efficient, cost-effective solutions using polymer science and nanotechnology 🧫🔬. These pursuits contribute to both academic advancement and real-world energy challenges ⚙️.
Awards and Honors 🏆🎖️
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🏆 Vice Chancellor’s “Research Excellence Award”, B.R.A. Bihar University – 2024
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🧑🏫 Featured in Hindustan Times – “Top 10 Professors Shaping Minds in India” – 2023
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🧪 Best Poster Award – NSETCS, Institute of Science, BHU – 2018
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🎓 Editorial Board Member – International Conference on Quantum Physics – 2023
Publications & Citations 📚
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Recent development in 2D material-based advanced photoanodes for high-performance DSSCs – S Kumar et al. 📄 Solar Energy (2023), Cited by: 47 📈
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Functionalized thermoplastic polyurethane as hole conductor for QDSSCs – S Kumar et al. 🔋 ACS Appl. Energy Mater. (2018), Cited by: 40 📊
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Electrochemical response of functionalized conducting polyaniline: An overview – A Saraswat, S Kumar ⚡ Eur. Polym. J. (2023), Cited by: 27 🔬
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Low-cost flame synthesized La₂/₃Cu₃Ti₄O₁₂ electro-ceramic: Electrical & optical properties – L Singh et al., S Kumar 🧪 Ceram. Int. (2023), Cited by: 22 🔍
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Redox mediation via chain extenders in PU segments for CdS QDSSCs – S Kumar et al. 🧬 Solar Energy (2022), Cited by: 22 🌞
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Carbon nanomaterials-based electrochemical sensor for pollutants analysis – S Kumar, AN Srivastva 🌿 Anal. Chem. Adv. (2021), Cited by: 18 🧫
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Polyaniline composites for futuristic energy devices – A Saraswat, S Kumar 🚀 Eur. Polym. J. (2023), Cited by: 17 💡
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Graphene oxide PU ionomer gel electrolyte for QDSSCs – S Kumar et al. 💧 J. Alloys Compd. (2022), Cited by: 17 🧱
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Review on functional electrolyte & redox polymers in 3G PV technologies – S Kumar, P Maiti 📚 Energy & Fuels (2023), Cited by: 14 ☀️
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🔍 Conclusion:
Dr. Sunil Kumar exemplifies the vision of an Outstanding Scientist—one who not only advances fundamental science but also drives applied innovations with real-world impact. His research fosters renewable energy solutions and clean technologies that align with national and global scientific priorities 🌍. His leadership, innovation, publication record, and commitment to student development make him a deserving and exceptional candidate for the Outstanding Scientist Award 🏆.