Indian Institute of Technology, India
👨🎓Profiles
🎓 Academic Journey
Dr. Manish Kumar is a dedicated researcher with a strong background in chemistry, nanomaterials, and environmental sensing. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar in February 2024. His research focused on organic cation receptors and metal nanocomposite-based chemical sensors for environmental monitoring under the supervision of Prof. Narinder Singh. Prior to this, he completed his Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Chemistry from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak in 2018, securing 66.87% marks. His Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Chemistry (Hons.) from Pt. Neki Ram Government College, Rohtak in 2016 was completed with an impressive 74.50% score, showcasing his strong academic foundation in chemistry and material sciences.
🏢 Research and Professional Experience
Dr. Manish Kumar has amassed significant research experience through his involvement in multiple prestigious institutions. Currently, since November 2024, he is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Biosciences and Technologies for Agriculture, Food, and Environment, University of Teramo, Italy. His ongoing project, "Hybrid Devices and Machine Learning for Food and Environmental Safety (HYDEAL4SAFETY)", is supervised by Prof. Dario Compagnone, a leading expert in analytical chemistry and the Deputy Rector for Research at the university.
Prior to his postdoctoral role, he worked as a Research Associate at the Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi from March 2024 to June 2024. Under the guidance of Prof. Ritu Gupta, he contributed to the development of functionalized metal oxides and layered materials for environmental sensors, further expanding his expertise in nanomaterials and sensor technology.
🔬 Research Expertise
Dr. Manish Kumar's research spans a wide array of domains, with a particular focus on nanomaterials, chemical sensors, and environmental monitoring. His core research expertise includes:
- Design and Development of Nanomaterials-based Sensors for detecting environmental pollutants.
- Synthesis of Ionic Liquids and Alloy Nanocomposites to enhance sensor efficiency.
- Supramolecular and Material Chemistry, specifically for sensing applications.
- Environmental Analysis and Water Purification using advanced filtration techniques.
- Chromogenic and Electrochemical Sensor Development for real-time monitoring of hazardous substances.
- Machine Learning-assisted Array Sensors for the detection and discrimination of multiple analytes, bridging the gap between computational intelligence and experimental chemistry.
🖥️ Technical Skills
Dr. Manish Kumar is proficient in both experimental techniques and computational tools, making him a versatile researcher in analytical chemistry and material science. His technical skills include:
- Synthesis Techniques: Expertise in designing cation receptors, ionic liquids, and their nanocomposites with graphene oxide, alloy nanoparticles, and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs). He has also developed supramolecular sensors, electrochemical sensors, and filtration membranes for environmental applications.
- Instrumentation Handling: Skilled in operating advanced analytical instruments such as NMR, HRMS, FTIR, PXRD, DLS, SEM, FESEM, UV-Vis Absorption Spectrometer, Fluorescence Spectrometer, Cyclic Voltammetry, Ion-Channel Chromatography, Time-Resolved Fluorescence Spectrometer, and Gas Chromatography.
- Software Proficiency: Experienced in using computational tools like M-Nova, ChemDraw, Origin, XP Speak 4.1, Gwyddion, Avantage, and MS Office for data analysis, spectral interpretation, and scientific visualization.
🌍 Personal and Professional Attributes
Dr. Manish Kumar, born on August 20, 1997, is a passionate and detail-oriented scientist with a strong commitment to advancing chemical sensor technology for environmental safety. He is fluent in English and Hindi and belongs to the OBC category. His ability to integrate nanomaterials, machine learning, and environmental chemistry has positioned him as a promising researcher in analytical and material sciences.
📖Notable Publications
Pyrene functionalized organic cation receptor-based “turn-on” fluorescence approach for monitoring of chlorpyrifos in food, soil, and water samples
Authors: Manish Kumar, Aman Dhiman, Gagandeep Singh, Navneet Kaur, Narinder Singh
Journal: Analytica Chimica Acta
Year: 2025-01-22
Colorimetric Nanozyme Sensor Array Based on Metal Nanoparticle-Decorated CNTs for Quantification of Pesticides in Real Water and Soil Samples
Authors: Manish Kumar, Navneet Kaur, Narinder Singh
Journal: ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering
Year: 2024-01-15
NiCr₂O₄ nanozyme based portable sensor kit for on-site quantification of nerve agent mimic for environment monitoring
Authors: Manish Kumar, Navneet Kaur, Narinder Singh
Journal: Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical
Year: 2023-10
Detection and detoxification of imidacloprid in food samples through ionic liquid-stabilized CuNi alloy nanoparticle-decorated multiwall carbon nanotubes
Authors: Manish Kumar
Journal: Environmental Science: Nano
Year: 2022
Machine Learning-Based Analytical Systems: Food Forensics
Authors: Ranbir, Manish Kumar, Gagandeep Singh, Jasvir Singh, Navneet Kaur, Narinder Singh
Journal: ACS Omega
Year: 2022-12-27
Organic Cation Receptor for Colorimetric Lateral Flow Device: Detection of Zearalenone in Food Samples
Authors: Manish Kumar
Journal: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
Year: 2022-01-03