Browsing Materials Research Centre (MRC) by thesis submitted date"2021"
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Constructing transition metal-based heterostructure nanomaterials for electrocatalysis
Storing renewable energy into chemical bonds like hydrogen as a carbon-neutral energy carrier to deliver the energy demands is gaining attention. However, the popular hydrogen production route by water electrolysis involves ... -
Designed Synthesis and Electron Microscopy Investigation of Layered Materials Hybrids for Targeted Applications
Post-discovery and advancement in graphene, the field of layered materials, have gained enormous research interest. These materials have unique and diverse range of properties. Layered materials further provide an opportunity ... -
Determining Functional Parameters of Hybrid Catalysts for Sustainable Energy Storage and Conversion Applications
Generating global-scale sustainable energy systems and preserving our environment for the future at the same time are the biggest challenges. Therefore, the search for diverse energy sources which will reduce our dependency ... -
Development of novel bionanocomposites for musculoskeletal reconstruction applications
With an increase in the aging population worldwide, a surge in demand for joint replacement has been observed. It has been anticipated that by 2030, the demand for primary total hip joint replacement (THR) will increase ... -
Directing cellular differentiation using biophysical cues on multifunctional biomaterial platforms for neural and osteochondral applications
World health organization (WHO) has recognized multiple degenerative diseases as the leading causes of mortality, globally. The drugs-based clinical treatment of chronic degenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis, ... -
Exploration of Ti-based Anodes for Rechargeable Alkali-ion Batteries And Hybrid-ion Capacitors
From 600 B.C. till 1700 A.D., electricity remained the least understood form of energy and was considered "Magical." In the 18th century A.D., the electricity that mysteriously struck Franklin as he arduously flew a kite ... -
Exploring Topological Phases of Matter using Density Functional Theory and Machine Learning Approaches
Topological phases of matter such as topological insulator (TI), quantum anomalous Hall insulator (QAHI), nodal line semimetal (NLSM), and triple point metal (TPM) can be realized by manipulating the spin-orbit coupling ... -
Graphene based materials : Mechanistic insights into corrosion inhibition and supercapacitance
In the contemporary scenario, protecting metals and alloys from deterioration through the coating is the main concern that extracts worldwide attention. Although existing coating processes and methods such as epoxy ... -
Investigation into the Synthesis, Structure and Dielectric Property of Lead-Free Double Perovskite Structured Materials
Lead based materials have shown to be important materials showing high piezoelectricity, colossal dielectric constant, ferroelectricity along with their good mechanical behaviour and resistance to corrosion. As a result, ... -
Investigation on AxMn3O7 Class of Layered Oxides as Versatile Battery Cathodes: Structure and Electrochemistry
Rechargeable battery technologies have been the spotlight of global scientific research in the quest to address steadily growing energy demand. Currently, Li-ion batteries have unanimously occupied consumer electronic ... -
Layered Metal Dichalcogenides-Based Hybrid Devices for Resistive Sensing
During the past few decades, photodetectors (PDs) are being regarded as the crucial components of many photonic devices which are being used in various important applications. However, the PDs based on the traditional bulk ... -
Overcoming Challenges Associated with Designing of Thermoelectric Materials: DFT and Machine Learning Approaches
Search for clean and renewable energy resources has driven recent interest in designing thermoelectric materials that convert the waste heat to useful electricity. High performance thermoelectric materials require excellent ... -
Rational Design of Efficient Catalysts using First-Principles and Machine Learning
Rising concerns about the impending energy crisis and environmental impact have garnered tremendous research interest in developing catalysts for sustainable fuel production and pollution abatement. However, the traditional ... -
Transition metal boride based multilayer solar selective coatings for concentrated solar power application
Renewable power technologies with zero CO2 emissions are the key to regulate the current global warming scenario. Solar energy is the most affordable and sustainable green energy source. One hour of solar radiation has ... -
Two-dimensional layered materials integrated with oxide semiconductor-based hybrid devices for broadband photodetector applications
Photodetectors find their applications in several arenas such as that of bio-integrated electronics, health monitoring, high-definition imaging, remote controls, spectroscopy, and others. Therefore, photodetectors play an ...