Anandan Sambandam,National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli,India
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Professional Profile:
Education:
- B.Sc. Chemistry: University of Madras, India (1993)
- M.Sc. Chemistry: University of Madras, India (1995)
- Ph.D. Chemistry-Energy Interdisciplinary: University of Madras, India (2002)
- FTnASc (Fellow of Tamil Nadu Academy of Science): 2010
Academic Positions:
- Current: Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the National Institute of Technology, Trichy, since March 2018.
- Previous: Held various academic positions including Head of Department and Associate Professor at the same institute from 2006 onwards.
Research Focus Areas:
- Nanomaterials
- Sonochemistry
- Photocatalysis
- Dye-sensitized solar cells
- Perovskite solar cells
- Organic solar cells
- Electrochemical and fluorescence sensors
Awards and Recognitions:
- Material: Co3O4-CoO@Co electrocatalysts.
- These are cobalt-based compounds likely used for catalyzing the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER).
- Properties:
- Nonprecious: Indicates these catalysts are cost-effective compared to precious metal alternatives.
- Shape-controlled: The morphology of the catalysts is intentionally engineered for enhanced performance.
- Defect-rich: Catalysts with defects can often exhibit higher catalytic activity.
- Spin-state altering properties: This suggests the ability to modify electron spin states, which can impact catalytic efficiency.
- Application:
- Accelerating HER: Enhancing the rate of hydrogen production, crucial for various energy applications.
- Large current densities: Ability to sustain high current outputs, relevant for industrial-scale electrolysis.
- Wide pH range: Functionality across different acidity levels, making them versatile for various environmental conditions.