BBAU Lucknow - India
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SCOPUS
🌱 Early academic pursuits
Dr. Nidhi Asthana began her academic journey with a strong focus on material science and physics. she completed her ph.d. at the prestigious national centre of experimental mineralogy and petrology (ncemp), university of allahabad, where she delved into the synthesis and characterization of polymer nanocomposites. her research set the foundation for her future work in the fields of nanotechnology and materials science, establishing her as a dedicated scholar.
🔬 Professional endeavors
Dr. Asthana’s career has been marked by her deep involvement in innovative scientific research. she is currently a “women scientist” under the dst government of india’s wos-a scheme, where she is developing low-cost, modified clay-based biocompatible polymeric membranes for heavy metal ion absorption from groundwater. she has also worked as a research assistant at ncemp and served as an adjunct professor in the department of physics at graphic era (deemed to be) university, dehradun, showcasing her versatility in both academic and applied research settings.
📚 Contributions and research focus
her contributions span across multiple domains, including fabricating thin polymer nanocomposite membranes and developing controlled temperature annealing systems. she has made significant strides in creating nano composite polymer electrolytes for renewable energy Nanotechnology applications and exploring their potential for groundwater purification. her research has been crucial in advancing the fields of material science and environmental engineering, with a clear focus on sustainability and innovation.
🏆 Accolades and recognition
dr. Asthana has received multiple accolades throughout her career, including two best paper awards at international conferences and the Nanotechnology prestigious young researcher award. her work is widely recognized in the academic community, and she serves as a reviewer for leading journals like journal of molecular structure (elsevier) and materials today chemistry. additionally, she is a member of the editorial board of life science (tmr publishing, china) and the associate editor at the journal of graphic era university.
🌍 Impact and influence
her influence extends beyond her own research, as she has been actively involved in organizing international summits and conferences on materials science, nanotechnology, and bio-manufacturing. as a co-convener, invited lecturer, and chairperson at numerous international Nanotechnology congresses, dr. asthana continues to inspire the next generation of scientists. her involvement in these global platforms highlights her commitment to spreading knowledge and advancing collaborative research efforts.
🔑 Legacy and future contributions
dr. Asthana’s legacy lies in her pioneering research and her role as a mentor and leader in the scientific community. with a patent granted and two others published, her work in polymeric membranes and nanotechnology has the potential to leave a lasting impact on both environmental and energy sectors. as a lifetime member of the international society for development and sustainability (isds), japan, and the founder lifetime member of the society of physics and functional materials (spfm), india, her future contributions will likely shape the development of sustainable materials and technologies.
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