RAVI RANJAN PANDEY

PhD Student, Materials Science & Engineering
Riverside, US.

About

Highly driven PhD scholar specializing in ultra-high vacuum, catalysis, and advanced materials for sustainable energy solutions. Proven expertise in electrochemical energy storage, nanomaterials, and 2D materials, with extensive hands-on experience in material synthesis, characterization (SEM, TEM, XRD, Raman), and computational analysis. Committed to leveraging innovative research and analytical skills to develop high-impact solutions in cutting-edge scientific and engineering domains.

Work

University of California, Riverside
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Graduate Student Researcher

Riverside, California, US

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Summary

Leading advanced bioengineering research at UC Riverside, focusing on ultra-high vacuum, catalysis, and electrochemical energy storage for sustainable solutions.

Highlights

Conducting cutting-edge research in ultra-high vacuum and catalysis, advancing understanding of electrochemical energy storage systems.

Applying expertise in nanomaterials and 2D materials to develop novel sustainable energy solutions for various applications.

Utilizing advanced laboratory techniques including potentiostat operations, SEM, TEM, XRD, and Raman spectroscopy for comprehensive material characterization.

Developing and implementing computational models using OriginLab, Comsol, and Matlab for data analysis and simulation of material properties.

Mahatma Gandhi Central University Bihar
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Project Assistant

Motihari, Bihar, India

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Summary

Executed a research project at Mahatma Gandhi Central University, developing electrochemical techniques for nanomaterial synthesis and performance optimization in energy storage.

Highlights

Developed and applied electrochemical techniques to synthesize nanomaterials, optimizing their performance for energy storage applications, including supercapacitors.

Conducted comprehensive material characterization using advanced techniques such as SEM, TEM, XRD, Raman spectroscopy, and electrochemical analysis.

Mentored and guided master's students, ensuring successful project execution and adherence to research protocols, enhancing team productivity.

Contributed significantly to a research project focused on contact-charged surfaces for driving useful chemical reactions, advancing project objectives.

Kyoto Institute of Technology
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International Visiting Scholar

Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Summary

Conducted specialized research at Kyoto Institute of Technology, focusing on Ni-Co nanowire-based asymmetric supercapacitors and advanced graphene synthesis methodologies.

Highlights

Executed research focused on Ni-Co nanowire-based asymmetric supercapacitors, contributing to advancements in high-performance energy storage systems.

Developed and optimized electrochemical methods for synthesizing graphene and borophene, enhancing material properties for diverse energy applications.

Collaborated effectively with an international team of researchers, fostering cross-cultural scientific exchange and accelerating project progression.

Applied electrochemical characterization techniques to rigorously assess supercapacitor and material properties, ensuring data integrity and research validity.

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
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Summer Intern

Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India

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Summary

Contributed to a research project at IIT Roorkee, assisting in the synthesis and electrochemical characterization of advanced materials for asymmetric supercapacitors.

Highlights

Collaborated on a research project developing asymmetric supercapacitors utilizing conducting polymers, graphene, and covalent organic frameworks.

Assisted in the synthesis and electrochemical characterization of advanced materials, directly supporting energy storage research initiatives.

Gained practical, hands-on experience with critical electrochemical instrumentation and workstations, significantly enhancing laboratory proficiency.

Education

University of California, Riverside
Riverside, California, United States of America

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Ph.D.

Materials Science and Engineering

Mahatma Gandhi Central University
Motihari, Bihar, India

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M.Sc.

Chemistry

Grade: 8.3/10 (3.8/4.0 GPA)

BRAB University
Motihari, Bihar, India

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B.Sc. (Hon.)

Chemistry

Grade: 3.07/4.0 GPA

Awards

Dean's Distinguished Award Fellow

Awarded By

University of California, Riverside

Awarded for exceptional academic and research potential as a Ph.D. student.

Best Oral Award

Awarded By

International Conference on Frontier Areas of Chemistry (ICFAC)

Recognized for outstanding oral presentation at a leading international chemistry conference.

Travel Grant

Awarded By

24th The Electrochemical Society (ECS) Annual Meeting

Awarded a travel grant for an invited presentation in the Nano category at the ECS Annual Meeting.

International Visiting Scholar

Awarded By

Kyoto Institute of Technology, Japan

Awarded a visiting scholar position to conduct specialized research at a renowned international institution.

Project Assistant Fellowship

Awarded By

DST-SERB Sponsored Project

Received fellowship for contributions as a Project Assistant on a DST-SERB sponsored research initiative.

Publications

Electrochemically Exfoliated Borophene-Graphene Hybrids as an Integrated Platform for Energy Storage, Hydrogen Evolution, and Antimicrobial Applications.

Published by

RSC Nanoscale

Summary

First Author. Research on borophene-graphene hybrids for multi-functional applications in energy and antimicrobial fields.

Bipolar Charge Storage in a Tetrazine-based Covalent Organic Framework for High-Voltage Symmetric Supercapacitors.

Published by

ACS Applied Nano Materials

Summary

Co-Author. Explored tetrazine-based covalent organic frameworks for high-voltage symmetric supercapacitors.

Redox-Active Modification of Dawson-Type Copper Molybdate Cluster for Advanced Supercapacitor Applications.

Published by

RSC Dalton Transactions

Summary

Co-Author. Modified Dawson-type copper molybdate clusters for advanced supercapacitor applications.

Recycled Battery Materials for Green and Sustainable Series and Parallel Microbial Fuel Cell Stacks.

Published by

ACS Sustainable Resource Management

Summary

First Author. Explored the use of recycled battery materials in microbial fuel cells for sustainable energy production.

Waste-to-Energy Conversion via Dual-Chamber Microbial Fuel Cell Using Recycled Aluminium Beverage Cans.

Published by

ACS Sustainable Resource Management

Summary

Co-Author. Developed a microbial fuel cell system using recycled aluminum cans for waste-to-energy conversion.

Electron rich triazine based covalent organic framework as a solid-state symmetric supercapacitor.

Published by

ChemCom

Summary

Co-Author. Investigated electron-rich triazine-based covalent organic frameworks for solid-state symmetric supercapacitors.

Exploring the role of exfoliation mediums on electrochemically derived graphene for enhanced supercapacitor performance.

Published by

Carbon Letters

Summary

First Author. Investigated exfoliation mediums to optimize graphene for improved supercapacitor performance.

Studies into the Synergy Between MoS2-rGO-gC3N4 for Photocatalytic and Supercapacitor Applications

Published by

Journal of Electronic Materials

Summary

Co-Author. Investigated the synergistic effects of MoS2-rGO-gC3N4 for enhanced photocatalytic and supercapacitor applications.

rGO and g-C3N4 as synergistic additives in SnS2-MoS2 Hybrid Nanocomposites for Photocatalytic and Electrochemical Applications: A Detailed Study

Published by

Emergent Materials

Summary

Co-Author. Detailed study on rGO and g-C3N4 as synergistic additives in SnS2-MoS2 hybrid nanocomposites for photocatalytic and electrochemical applications.

Solid State Responses of Electrochemically Deposited Polyaniline and Polypyrrole based Symmetric Supercapacitors in Different pH Conditions.

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Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry

Summary

Co-Author. Studied the solid-state responses of electrochemically deposited polyaniline and polypyrrole supercapacitors under varying pH conditions.

Potential Pulse Sequences for Defect-Controlled Electrochemical Graphene Exfoliation.

Published by

Emergent Materials

Summary

First Author. Developed pulse sequences for controlled graphene exfoliation, impacting material properties.

Emerging Frontiers in Microbial Fuel Cell Technology for Sustainable Energy Generation.

Published by

Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry

Summary

Co-Author. Reviewed emerging frontiers in microbial fuel cell technology for sustainable energy generation.

Unlocking the Potential of Depleted Dry Batteries: A Dual-Purpose Approach for Waste Mitigation and Sustainable Energy Production.

Published by

Journal of Cleaner Production

Summary

First Author. Proposed a dual-purpose approach to utilize depleted dry batteries for waste mitigation and energy production.

Core- Shell Ni/Ni(OH)2 Nanowires Array for Asymmetric Supercapacitors.

Published by

ACS Applied Nano Materials

Summary

Equal Contribution. Developed Ni/Ni(OH)2 nanowire arrays for high-performance asymmetric supercapacitors.

Synergistic Effect of Nickel and Cobalt in Nanowire Array for High Energy Storage with Rapid Charge Transfer in Asymmetric Supercapacitor.

Published by

ChemistrySelect

Summary

First Author. Investigated the synergistic effects of Ni and Co in nanowire arrays for enhanced supercapacitor energy storage.

Languages

English
Hindi

Certificates

Introduction to Programming with MATLAB

Issued By

Coursera (Vanderbilt University)

Nanotechnology And Nanosensors

Issued By

Coursera (Israel Institute of Technology)

Technical Support

Issued By

Coursera (Google)

HTML & CSS

Issued By

Coursera (University of Michigan)

DTP And Print Publishing Agent

Issued By

Ministry Of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship

Skills

Research & Analytical Techniques

Ultra High Vacuum, Catalysis, Electrochemical Energy Storage, Supercapacitors, Nanomaterials, Material Science, 2D Materials, Microbial Fuel Cells, Sustainable Energy Solutions, Electrocatalysis, Potentiostat Operations, Cyclic Voltammetry, Galvanic Charge Discharge, Impedance Spectroscopy, Material Synthesis (Nanowire, Polymer, 2D Materials), SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy), TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy), XRD (X-ray Diffraction), Raman Spectroscopy, UV Spectrometry, FE-SEM (Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy), Optical Microscopy, Laser Scanning Microscopy, pH meter, Conductometer, Electrochemical Workstations.

Software & Tools

OriginLab, Comsol, Matlab, Zview, CasaXPS, Jimage, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Desktop Publishing, Web Designing, Graphics Designing.

Programming Languages

Python, Matlab, HTML, CSS.

Interests

Sports

National Participation, State Gold Medallist, National Referee, National Coach, Taekwondo IInd DAN Black Belt.

References

Dr. Rakesh Kumar Pandey

Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry, School of Physical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Bihar, Republic of India | Tel: (+91) 8448658842 | Email: rakeshpandey@mgcub.ac.in

Prof. Hideyuki Nakanishi

Professor, Department of Macromolecular Science and Engineering, Kyoto Institute of Technology, Japan | Email: hnakanis@kit.ac.jp

Projects

DST-SERB Research Project: Contact charged surfaces for driving useful surface chemical reactions

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Summary

Served as Project Assistant, contributing to a DST-SERB sponsored research project under Dr. Rakesh K. Pandey, focusing on the application of contact-charged surfaces for chemical reactions.

International Research Experience: Ni-Co nanowire based asymmetric supercapacitors & Electrochemical methods of graphene synthesis

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Summary

Undertook an International Visiting Scholar position under Prof. Hideyuki Nakanishi at KIT Japan, focusing on advanced supercapacitor development and graphene synthesis.

Master's Dissertation: Asymmetric supercapacitors based on conducting polymer

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Summary

Completed Master's dissertation under Dr. Rakesh K. Pandey, focusing on the development of asymmetric supercapacitors utilizing conducting polymers.

Collaboration & Internship: Asymmetric supercapacitors based on conducting polymer, graphene and Covalent Organic Frame Work

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Summary

Collaborated on an internship project under Dr. Ravindra Pandey at IIT Roorkee, focusing on advanced materials for asymmetric supercapacitors.