surya subrahmanyam kota
@suryasubrahmanyamkot
Chemist and nanomaterials researcher focused on graphene synthesis, characterization, and teaching.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced chemist and nanomaterials researcher with a PhD on graphene from JNCASR and postdoctoral training at Northwestern University, specializing in graphene synthesis, chemical modification and characterization. I have authored peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals and developed expertise in a range of synthesis techniques including arc-discharge and chemical vapor deposition.
I combine research with teaching and freelance subject-matter work, having worked as a postdoctoral fellow, research scientist, project scientist and freelancer across India, the USA and the UAE, and I am passionate about applying technology and research to benefit underserved communities while producing clear documentation, reports and educational content.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Chemist
Self Employed
Apr 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)
Provided freelance tutoring, subject-matter expertise for education platforms, and research writing/editing services while conducting independent experiments and outreach.
KUResearch Scientist
Khalifa University
Nov 2021 - Jun 2022 (7 months)
Performed research on advanced nanomaterials and graphene, contributing to experimental studies and scholarly publications during a fixed-term appointment.
ITProject Scientist
Indian Institute of Chemical Technology
Sep 2019 - Aug 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Led research projects on synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials and graphene derivatives, producing reports and supporting publications.
JRAdhoc Scientist
Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research
Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)
Performed research on graphene synthesis, chemical modification and characterization, and prepared technical reports and manuscripts for publication.
CSResearch Associate
Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences
Jan 2017 - Mar 2017 (2 months)
Conducted short-term research projects in nanomaterials and graphene-related studies, contributing to experiments and data analysis.
NUPostdoctoral Fellow
Northwestern University
Apr 2012 - Oct 2015 (3 years 6 months)
Conducted postdoctoral research on graphene and nanomaterials, contributing to publications on synthesis and characterization and advancing material property studies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
JRJawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research
Doctor of Philosophy, Materials Science / Nanomaterials
2008 - 2012
Activities and societies: Research thesis on graphene; participated in teaching outreach programs as laboratory teaching assistant.
PhD focused on synthesis, characterization, properties and chemical modification of graphene; thesis completed in 2012.
JRJawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research
Master of Science (Engineering by Research), Materials Science / Nanomaterials
Activities and societies: Research thesis on graphene synthesis and characterization.
Master of Science (Engg by Research) with thesis studies on graphene completed in 2008.
UHUniversity of Hyderabad
Master of Science, Chemistry
2004 - 2006
Postgraduate coursework in chemistry leading to an M.Sc. degree completed in 2006.
AUAndhra University
Bachelor of Science, Physical Sciences (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry)
2003 - 2006
Undergraduate degree covering mathematics, physics and chemistry completed between 2003 and 2006.
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