Dr. Prashanna Suvaitha S| Nanomaterials | Chemical Science Achievement Award

Dr. Prashanna Suvaitha S is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Material Chemistry at Saveetha School of Engineering, SIMATS, Chennai, India. With a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Madras, she specializes in mesoporous materials, conducting polymers, and adsorption processes for dye and antibiotic removal. Her research excellence is reflected in 19+ publications in high-impact journals. She has received prestigious awards , including the Best Young Scientist Award (2023–2024) and Research Excellence Award (2024). Passionate about sustainable solutions, she actively contributes to green synthesis, biomaterials, and nanotechnology.

Dr. Prashanna Suvaitha S has made outstanding contributions to analytical chemistry, material science, and nanotechnology. With a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry and over five years of research experience, she has 19+ research publications in high-impact, Scopus and WoS-indexed journals . Her innovative work in adsorption, photocatalysis, and biomaterials has significantly advanced the field. She has also been recognized with multiple national and international awards for her contributions to chemical sciences.

Education 

• Assistant Professor (OG) – Saveetha School of Engineering, SIMATS, Chennai (Sept 2023 – Present) – 16 months of teaching experience
• Research Experience – 58 months (June 2019 – April 2024)
• Project Fellow (RUSA 2.0 – Drug Delivery & Anti-Cancer Studies) – University of Madras (June 2021 – June 2023)
• Internship – Pon Pure Chemicals Pvt Ltd, Chennai.

Dr. Prashanna Suvaitha S is committed to continuous learning and professional growth. She has attended numerous international conferences , presenting research on nanomaterials, adsorption processes, and biomaterials. She has participated in workshops on analytical instruments, microfluidics, and biomedical applications, enhancing her technical expertise. Dr. Prashanna has also engaged in seminars on research writing, bioinorganic chemistry, and smart materials. Her dedication to innovation is recognized with prestigious awards , including the Best Young Scientist Award (2023-2024). She actively contributes to sustainable research , focusing on green synthesis, material science, and advanced drug delivery systems.

Dr. Prashanna Suvaitha S‘s research focus revolves around material chemistry and nanotechnology, specializing in sustainable and advanced materials. Her work includes conducting polymers , mesoporous materials , and metal oxides for adsorption and photocatalytic degradation of dyes and antibiotics . She explores green synthesis for eco-friendly material development and biomaterials for drug delivery applications. Her studies also extend to nanocomposites for antibacterial and antifungal applications . With expertise in analytical chemistry , she aims to develop innovative solutions for environmental remediation and biomedical advancements .

Awards & Honors

• Research Excellence Award (2024) – International Conference on Sustainable Growth & Development through Emerging Technology & Innovations (ICSGD-2024).
• Best Young Scientist Award (2023–2024) – National Award, Novel Research Academy.
• Best Faculty Award (2024) – Tamil Thai Foundation.
• Best Poster Presentation (First Prize) – International Conference on Advances in Chemical Synthesis & Material Science (ICACSMS-2K23).
• Best Poster Presentation (Third Prize) – ICAIRST 2023, VELS University.
• Dr. Miss T. K. Alamelu Endowment Medal – I Rank Holder in B.Sc Chemistry (2012–2015).
• Dharmaprakasa Lokkur S. Venkaji Rao Prize – First in End Semester Examination, B.Sc Chemistry.
• Ethiraj Medal – Awarded for Proficiency in Chemistry (2014–2015).
• Multiple Merit & Proficiency Awards – Recognized for outstanding performance in chemistry studies.