Ashutosh Srivastava
Mumbai
Summary
I joined as “Scientific Officer” in the Radiochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai, India, in 2014 after successful completion of one-year training (PG-Diploma) in the “Orientation Course in Science and Engineering (OCES).”
Highly-motivated and hard-working employee with desire to take on new challenges. An active and dynamic approach to work and getting things done. Multitasking, time management, strong organizational, and record-keeping abilities. Highly enthusiastic professional to work well under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines. Capable of working as an independent researcher with a high level of scientific judgment and initiative, as well as to collaborate with other scientists and researchers.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Scientific Officer (E)
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
Mumbai
08.2014 - Current
- Conducted research in areas such as Electrochemistry, Electrocatalyst, Hydrogen evaluation reaction (HER), Actinide chemistry, Analytical chemistry, Green chemistry, Deep eutectic solvent, Catalyst synthesis, and Sensor development.
- Worked on the novel methodology development for destructive analysis of metal compounds.
- Investigated the comprehensive Redox and Molecular speciation of actinides in presence of different aqueous soluble chelates and deep eutectic solvents media using multi-technique approach.
- Initiated the research works on the designing the actinide specific novel deep eutectic solvent for dissolution, separation, and analysis of diverse actinide matrices.
- Liquid-Liquid extraction of actinides using hydrophobic deep eutectic solvents.
- Developed new green and sustainable methodology for direct sequestering and analysis of f-elements.
- Probed speciation of unusual oxidation state of actinides.
- Initiated work on reagent free electrochemical methodology development for oxidation of f-elements for mutual separation.
- Advance materials synthesis such as 2D-MXenes, functionalized graphene oxide and their application in electrochemical sensing of actinides and toxic metal ions.
- Developed Membrane based technology for sensing lanthanides and actinides using Potentiometry method.
- Currently working on Crystal growth of metals from non-aqueous medium
- Hydrogen evaluation Reaction (HER) using novel electrocatalyst
Education
Ph.D (Chemical Science)
Homi Bhabha National Institute
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India09-2023
Training - International Training Course On SSAC of NMs
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) & JAEA
Tokai, Japan12.2022
Course Work (Electrochemistry)
IIT, Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India06.2018
OCES (PG Diploma in Chemistry)
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India07.2014
JRF Student
IIT, Guwahati
Guwahati, Assam, India06.2013
CSIR/UGC-JRF - Chemical Science
CSIR, HRDD
New Delhi, India06.2012
CSIR/UGC-NET - Chemical Science
CSIR, HRDD
New Delhi, India12.2011
Master of Science (M.Sc) in Chemistry
DDU Gorakhpur University
Gorakhpur, U.P., India06.2011
IASc-INSA-NASI Summer Research Fellowship - Chemistry
North East Institute of Science And Technology
Jorhat, Assam, India06.2010
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)
DDU Gorakhpur University
Gorakhpur, U.P., India06.2009
Skills
- Advanced Research Skills
- Manuscript writing and communication Proficiency in oral dissemination of scientific results
- Electrochemistry: All electro-analytical techniques such as, Cyclic voltammetry, differential pulse, square wave, stripping analysis, constant current/potential electrolysis etc Electro-deposition and coating NOVA, GPES, CHI software's handling and data analysis
- Potentiometry: Experiments and data analysis
- Isothermal titration calorimetry: Experiments and data analysis
- Speciation diagram generation: Hyperquad, HySS, MinteQ software handling and speciation and stability constant calculation
- In-situ Spectrolectrochemistry: UV-Visible, IR, and Raman spectra generation during electrolysis and their respective data generation
- Extended X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS): Experiments on samples and data analysis using Artemis and Athena software
- Separation: Liquid-Liquid extraction and Supported liquid membrane (SLM)
- Synthesis:
(i) DES solvents
(ii) Advance materials: 2D-MXenes, functionalized Graphene oxide, metal-organic frameworks and covalent-organic frameworks,
(iii) Electrocatalyst synthesis
- Hydrogen evaluation reaction (HER) by novel electrocatalyst
- Characterization techniques: Single crystal XRD, Powder XRD, IR, UV-Visible, Raman, XPS, NMR, ESI-MS, NaI and HPGe gamma detectors, and liquid scintillation counter etc
- Experience in safe handling of radioactive materials in fumehoods, gloveboxes, or shielded cells
Affiliations
- (i) Works as Secretariat in various Symposium/Conference: SESTEC-2018, NUCAR-2021, NUCAR-2023; (ii) Summer project coordinator for M.Sc and PhD students
- Lifetime Membership in The Association of Separation Scientists and Technologists (ASSET) and Indian Association of Nuclear Chemists and Allied Scientists (IANCAS)
- Oral Presentation: “Migration 2017 conference”-Spain, SESTEC-2016, 2018, 2022; NUCAR-2017, 2019
- Invited/Short Talks: “IAEA, ITC of SSAC NMs-2022”, Japan; “Workshop-Spectroelectrochemistry-2022”, India
Accomplishments
(i) Best Oral presentation: SESTEC-2016, NUCAR-2019; (ii) Best Poster presentation: SESTEC-2018; (iii) IANCAS - Prof. H.J. Arnikar Best PhD Thesis Award
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Community service
I helped the M.Sc. and PhD students solve their doubts and problems in chemistry and electrochemistry. Participated in social activities for humankind.
Timeline
Scientific Officer (E)
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
08.2014 - Current
Ph.D (Chemical Science)
Homi Bhabha National Institute
Training - International Training Course On SSAC of NMs
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) & JAEA
Course Work (Electrochemistry)
IIT, Mumbai
OCES (PG Diploma in Chemistry)
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
JRF Student
IIT, Guwahati
CSIR/UGC-JRF - Chemical Science
CSIR, HRDD
CSIR/UGC-NET - Chemical Science
CSIR, HRDD
Master of Science (M.Sc) in Chemistry
DDU Gorakhpur University
IASc-INSA-NASI Summer Research Fellowship - Chemistry
North East Institute of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)
DDU Gorakhpur University
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