Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Research Interests
Relevant Coursework
Accomplishments
Publications
References
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Gaurav Kumar

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Summary

Dynamic research professional with a robust foundation in synthesis, experimental design, and scholarly writing, adept at driving impactful results through rigorous methodologies and critical thinking. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within diverse teams while adapting to evolving research requirements and ensuring alignment with overarching themes. Expertise in literature review, statistical software, and scientific communication enhances the capacity to deliver high-quality outcomes. Committed to achieving research objectives in synthetic and supramolecular chemistry, demonstrating reliability and adaptability in all endeavors.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Research Fellow

Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra
01.2024 - 12.2025
  • Advisor: Dr. Atul Kumar
  • Designed organic–imine cages using dynamic covalent chemistry for supramolecular gel applications.
  • Synthesized TPE and pyrazole-based cages; studied AIE via UV-Vis and fluorescence spectroscopy.
  • Explored out-of-equilibrium supramolecular devices and solid-state organization.

Research Project Associate

CSIR–CDRI, Lucknow
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Supervisor: Dr. Kishor Mohanan
  • Developed indole derivatives via multicomponent reactions, achieving sustainable routes to Sunitinib analogs.
  • Contributed to indole-based antimalarial scaffolds using green chemistry principles.
  • Scaled up synthesis of anti-malarial compound S-011-1793 for preclinical studies.

Summer Internship

IIT Indore
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Advisor: Prof. Chelvam Venkatesh
  • Synthesized 1-indolyl-3,5,8-substituted γ-carbolines, characterized via NMR and ESI-MS.

Education

M.Tech. - Catalysis Technology

IIT Madras
Chennai, India
05-2021

Master of Science - Organic Chemistry

Invertis University
Bareilly, India
05-2016

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

K.C.M.T College (M.J.P. Rohilkhand University)
Bareilly, India
01.2013

Skills

  • Organic Synthesis: Multistep synthesis, multicomponent reactions, indole/pyrazole derivatives, C–C coupling (Heck, Suzuki, Ullmann Reaction)
  • Supramolecular Chemistry: Organic cages, molecular switches, interlocked molecules, gelation
  • Analytical Techniques: NMR (1H, 13C), UV-Vis, Mass spectrometry (ESI-MS), IR, FTIR
  • Software: ChemDraw, Chemcraft, HyperChem, SciFinder, MestReNova, MS Office

Research Interests

  • Organic Semiconductors & Energy Storage Systems: π-conjugated molecules, donor–acceptor systems, charge transport, organic redox materials for batteries and supercapacitors.
  • Supramolecular Chemistry: dynamic covalent cages, host–guest interactions, self-assembly, supramolecular gels for sensing, drug delivery, and smart materials.
  • Organic-Based Materials: design and synthesis of multicomponent frameworks and heterocyclic architectures for functional materials, advanced coatings, and electronic applications.
  • Nonmaterial-Based Catalysis: heterogeneous and polymer-supported catalytic systems for fine chemicals, energy conversion, and environmental remediation.

Relevant Coursework

  • New methods in organic synthesis
  • Reaction mechanism & Stereochemistry
  • Inorganic chemistry
  • Supramolecular noncovalent interactions
  • Catalysis Technology
  • Research Methodology

Accomplishments

  • Qualified CSIR NET Exam (National level entrance exam for scholarship for Assistant Professor and PhD studies, Funded by CSIR, Govt. of India)
  • Qualified GATE (2019,2022) Exam (National level entrance exam for scholarship for M.Tech & PhD, Funded by MHRD, Govt. of India)
  • Qualified IIT-JAM (National level entrance exam for Master's studies from the top institutions of India)

Publications

  • Work in progress on supramolecular organic cages (BIT Mesra, Ranchi, India).
  • Synthetic work on sustainable Sunitinib analogs (CSIR–CDRI, Lucknow, India).

References

  • Prof. B. Viswanathan (Emeritus Professor), IIT Madras, NCCR | bvnathan@iitm.ac.in | +91‐44‐2257 4241
  • Dr. Atul Kumar (Assistant Professor), BIT Mesra | atulkumar@bitmesra.ac.in | +91 96112 81461
  • Dr. Kishor Mohanan (Sr. Principal Scientist), CSIR–CDRI, Lucknow | kishor.mohanan@cdri.res.in | +91 80054 93219

Timeline

Junior Research Fellow

Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra
01.2024 - 12.2025

Research Project Associate

CSIR–CDRI, Lucknow
01.2023 - 12.2024

Summer Internship

IIT Indore
08.2022 - 10.2022

M.Tech. - Catalysis Technology

IIT Madras

Master of Science - Organic Chemistry

Invertis University

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

K.C.M.T College (M.J.P. Rohilkhand University)
Gaurav Kumar