Prof. Karuna Kar Nanda has established himself as a leading scientist in Nanoscience, Nanotechnology, and Materials Science. He secured First Class First in +3 Science and First Class Second in MSc from Sambalpur University, Odisha, receiving a National Scholarship during his MSc for his exceptional academic performance.

He has served as an Adjunct Professor in Physics at G. M. University, Odisha (2024) and held multiple visiting scientist roles at prestigious international institutes, including the International Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA), National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS), Tsukuba, Japan.

Fellowships, Memberships & Recognitions

• Fellow of IAAM (FIAAM), 2024, International Association of Advanced Materials, Sweden

• IAAM Scientist Medal, 2025, for interdisciplinary contributions in Fuel Cells & Hydrogen Technology

• Samanta Chandra Sekhar Award, 2006, Orissa Bigyan Academy (Physical Sciences)

• MRSI Lecture Medal, 2010, Materials Research Society of India

• JSPS Invitation & Bridge Fellow, 2014 & 2020, Japanese Society for Promotion of Science

• Professor N. N. Dasgupta Memorial Award, 2023, Indian Photobiology Society

• Recognized among top 2% scientists in Nanoscience & Nanotechnology (Stanford University, 2020–2023) and 0.05% of scientists in all fields (ScholarGPS™, 2024)

• Ranked 145 in Materials Science in India and 9344 worldwide (research.com, 2024)

• Award for Excellence, 2025, Venus International Foundation

Research Contributions

Prof. Nanda’s research spans Nanomaterials, Energy Devices, Photonics, and Advanced Materials. His guidance has resulted in 21 PhD awards, with ongoing supervision of 3 students.

• Total Publications: 278+ (Journals), 34 (Conference papers), 1 Book, 4 Book Chapters, 2 Patents

• Notable Patents:

  1. White-light source using nanostructures (IN201002905-I4)

  2. Composition and production methods (JPWO2018163955A1, US20200048548A1, EP3594312A, CN110382663A)

• Featured in high-impact journals: Physical Review Letters, Advanced Materials, Nano Letters, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, Chemical Science, Nano Energy, Applied Physics Letters

Teaching & Mentoring

• Mentored 24+ PhD students

• Guided students in cutting-edge research areas, producing high-quality publications and patents

• Delivered invited talks and lectures globally, influencing international research collaborations

Eligibility for Outstanding Researcher Award

Prof. Karuna Kar Nanda’s stellar research output, international recognition, mentorship of young scientists, patents, and interdisciplinary contributions make him an ideal candidate for the Outstanding Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels.

• Extensive high-impact publications and citations

• Proven leadership in nanoscience and materials research

• Multiple national and international awards and fellowships

• Global recognition in top 2% of scientists in his field