CHEMISTRY

All faculty members of the department are engaged in research activities with the help of M.Sc. students who do their master’s project work. Currently, research activities are going on in the following fields.

• Catalysis

Students from the Department of Chemistry conduct projects on biocatalysts Using natural juices like lemon and sweet lime. They also explore various nanoparticles as catalysts in organic and heterocyclic synthesis, focusing on sustainable and efficient chemical processes.

• Synthetic Chemistry

Research in synthesis chemistry at the college explores multicomponent one-pot synthesis, focusing on efficient, cost-effective reactions that combine multiple reactants in a single step. This approach enhances sustainability, reduces waste, and offers innovative solutions for complex organic and heterocyclic compounds.

• Materials Chemistry

Materials chemistry is a new and highly interdisciplinary science, Departmental research involves the use of chemistry for the creation, characterization, and application of materials with interesting or potentially useful physical or chemical characteristics.

• Bioinorganic Chemistry

Bioinorganic chemistry is a field that encompasses the intersection between inorganic chemistry and biochemistry. Departmental research focused on synthesis of inorganic molecules, including metal ions and coordination compounds, are necessary for life in many organisms, as they function in the transport of molecules and are a key component of enzymes.

• Nanochemistry

The department’s research focuses on synthesizing nanoparticles using methods like green synthesis, flame pyrolysis, and co-precipitation. These synthesized nanomaterials are applied in various areas, including nano-catalysis for heterocyclic and organic compound synthesis, as well as in photocatalysis reactions, offering sustainable solutions in chemical processes.

• Natural Products Chemistry

Natural products chemistry is the study of substances found in nature, such as plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms. Departmental research involves isolating and identifying the chemical composition of these substances, and using them in other research and drug discovery

• Heterocyclic Compounds

Departmental research in heterocyclic synthesis focuses on designing and developing new methods to create heterocyclic compounds. These compounds, containing atoms like nitrogen, oxygen, or sulfur within their ring structures, are vital in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science, advancing various scientific fields.