Dr. Gourhari Chakraborty is an accomplished Chemical Engineer and Materials Scientist specializing in polymer science, sustainable biomaterials, biodegradable composites, nanotechnology, advanced manufacturing, and biomedical materials. He has established an impressive academic career through research, teaching, and innovation in polymer engineering and sustainable materials.

Following his postdoctoral research at Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (2020–2021), Dr. Chakraborty served as Ad-Hoc Faculty in the Department of Chemical Engineering at National Institute of Technology Andhra Pradesh from 2021 to 2025, where he significantly contributed to undergraduate and postgraduate education, curriculum development, student mentoring, and institutional administration. Since December 2025, he has been serving as Assistant Professor-II at SASTRA Deemed University, continuing his research and academic leadership in advanced materials and chemical engineering.

Research Expertise

Dr. Chakraborty's research focuses on:

• Sustainable and biodegradable polymers
• Polymer nanocomposites
• Graphene-based functional materials
• Bio-based composites for biomedical applications
• 3D bioprinting and biofabrication
• Smart sensing materials and biosensors
• Rheology and polymer processing
• Circular economy and sustainable manufacturing
• Advanced catalysts and nanomaterials
• Environmental remediation and green technologies

His interdisciplinary research bridges chemical engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, and environmental sustainability.

Research Contributions

Dr. Chakraborty has built an outstanding publication record that includes:

• 16+ SCI-indexed journal publications in internationally reputed journals.
• 25 book chapters published by globally recognized publishers including Springer, CRC Press, Elsevier, Wiley, and De Gruyter.
• Editor of an international reference book titled Sustainable Bio-based Materials: Biomedical and Engineering Applications (De Gruyter, Germany, 2024).
• Co-editor of another international book on Sustainable Food Packaging Composites (in progress).
• Numerous conference publications and invited research presentations at national and international conferences.

His publications appear in prestigious journals including:

• International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
• Composites Science and Technology
• Journal of Polymer Research
• Materials Science & Engineering B
• Journal of Materials Science
• Materials Advances
• Polymer Bulletin

Innovation, Patent & Technology Development

Dr. Chakraborty is a co-inventor of an Indian patent titled:

"Process of Production of Hydroxymethylfurfural Using Sulfonated Poly Ether Ether Ketone" (Patent No. 551212)

His innovations focus on:

• Sustainable chemical processing
• Green catalysts
• Polymer engineering
• Biomaterials
• Functional nanocomposites

Awards & Professional Recognition

Throughout his career, Dr. Chakraborty has received several prestigious recognitions, including:

• Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (Government of West Bengal)
• GATE Scholarship in Chemical Engineering
• Onyx Group Nutriset Award (Kathmandu Symposia on Advanced Materials)
• Two Best Poster Awards in International Symposia
• Lifetime Membership of the Society of Polymer Science, India
• Lifetime Membership of the Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (IIChE)
• Executive Committee Member of IIChE Guwahati Regional Chapter

Academic Leadership & Administrative Responsibilities

Dr. Chakraborty has actively contributed to institutional development through numerous leadership roles, including:

• Class Coordinator for B.Tech and M.Tech programmes
• Faculty Advisor and Treasurer of Chemical Engineering Association
• Faculty Coordinator for Internship and Industrial Training
• Faculty In-charge of Alumni Affairs
• Faculty In-charge of IIChE Student Chapter
• Member of Institution's Innovation Council (IIC)

He has also coordinated several national workshops, webinars, symposiums, and short-term courses in emerging areas such as:

• Aspen Plus
• LaTeX
• Circular Economy
• 3D Bioprinting
• Technology Transfer
• Biofabrication

Technical Expertise

His technical proficiency encompasses:

• Polymer synthesis and processing
• Composite fabrication
• Electrochemical and biosensor development
• High-pressure reaction engineering
• Advanced material characterization
• FESEM, TEM, XRD, FTIR, Raman, HPLC, GC, NMR
• Thermal analysis (DSC, TGA)
• Rheology and mechanical testing
• Design Expert, Origin, and ImageJ software

Professional Vision

Dr. Chakraborty's research aims to develop environmentally sustainable materials and innovative polymer technologies for applications in healthcare, packaging, sensing, energy, and environmental protection. His work integrates fundamental science with industrial relevance, contributing significantly to sustainable development and advanced engineering solutions.

Eligibility for the Young Researcher Award

Dr. Gourhari Chakraborty is a highly deserving candidate for the Young Researcher Award under the Scientific Laurels in recognition of his outstanding contributions to Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Sustainable Materials, and Nanotechnology.

Despite being at an early stage of his academic career, he has demonstrated exceptional research excellence through an impressive portfolio comprising 16 SCI-indexed journal publications, 25 book chapters, one international edited book, one granted Indian patent, and extensive participation in international conferences and collaborative research. His publications in high-impact journals, innovations in biodegradable polymers, graphene-based nanocomposites, smart sensing materials, and biomedical applications have significantly advanced sustainable materials research.

Beyond research, Dr. Chakraborty has shown exemplary commitment to higher education through dedicated teaching, academic administration, mentorship, organization of national workshops and conferences, and leadership in professional societies. His interdisciplinary approach, international research visibility, patent contributions, editorial responsibilities, and consistent scientific productivity reflect the qualities expected of an emerging research leader.

These remarkable accomplishments, combined with his sustained commitment to innovation, scientific excellence, and societal impact, make Dr. Gourhari Chakraborty an excellent and well-qualified nominee for the Young Researcher Award at the Scientific Laurels.