Jeonbuk National University, South Korea
👨🎓Profiles
🧑🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
He began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) and Master of Science (M.Sc.) in General Chemistry from The American College, Madurai, India. His strong foundation in chemical sciences led him to pursue a Ph.D. in Chemical Science at the Central Electrochemical Research Institute, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, where he excelled in electrochemical research and material synthesis.
🏛️ Professional Endeavors
He is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Jeonbuk National University, Republic of Korea, under the prestigious Brain Korea 21 program. With an extensive career spanning over a decade, he has also served as a Junior and Senior Research Fellow at the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), India, and as a Project Assistant at the Central Electrochemical Research Institute. His work experience reflects his versatility in both academic and industrial settings.
💡 Contributions and Research Focus
His research primarily focuses on designing efficient electrocatalysts for energy storage and conversion systems, including fuel cells, water electrolysis, CO2 reduction, lithium-ion batteries, and metal-air batteries. His notable contributions include: Synthesis of nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dots, Developing cobalt oxide nanocomposites for bifunctional electrocatalysts, Pioneering work on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for zinc-air and lithium-air batteries, Optimization of nanomaterials for energy applications.
🌍 Impact and Influence
He has significantly influenced energy research through his innovative methodologies and collaborative work. His achievements include securing a National Research Fellowship from South Korea (USD ~$90,000) and contributing as a reviewer for high-impact journals like Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Electrochimica Acta, and ACS Applied Energy Materials.
📖 Academic Citations and Publications
With a robust research portfolio, He has authored four corresponding-author papers in top-tier journals. His work is well-cited, highlighting his influence in advancing chemical engineering and nanotechnology for energy systems.
🛠️ Technical Skills
He is proficient in various advanced characterization techniques, including electrochemical, spectroscopic, and microscopic methods. He also has expertise in the design and development of electrodes for batteries, fuel cells, and supercapacitors, showcasing his technical acumen in experimental science.
🎓 Teaching and Mentorship Experience
As a mentor, He has supervised four Ph.D. students and three Master’s students, guiding them in cutting-edge research on MOF-interpreted carbon nanofiber electrocatalysts and water-splitting devices. His dedication to education extends to mentoring undergraduate projects and contributing to student growth.
🌟 Awards and Recognitions
He has been recognized with several accolades, including: Best Oral Award at the BIN Conference, Jeonbuk National University, Best Oral Award at the 19th Convention of Electrochemistry, NIT, Trichy, Junior and Senior Research Fellowships by CSIR, India, GATE Qualification with a national rank of 946, India.
📈 Legacy and Future Contributions
He envisions a sustainable future through innovative energy solutions. His ongoing projects aim to revolutionize portable energy storage and conversion devices using MOFs and advanced nanomaterials. As a leader and researcher, his legacy lies in pioneering energy technologies that balance performance and sustainability.
📖Notable Publications
- Development of a free-standing flexible electrode for efficient overall water-splitting performance via electroless deposition of iron-nickel-cobalt on polyacrylonitrile-based carbon cloth
- Authors: Chae, S.-H., Young Lee, C., Jae Lee, J., Muthurasu, A., Kyoung Shin, H.
- Journal: Journal of Colloid and Interface Science
- Year: 2025
- Functionalized Triangular Carbon Quantum Dot Stabilized Gold Nanoparticles Decorated Boron Nitride Nanosheets Interfaced for Electrochemical Detection of Cardiac Troponin T
- Authors: Kim, S.E., Yoon, J.C., Muthurasu, A., Kim, H.Y.
- Journal: Langmuir
- Year: 2024
- Multiphase lattice engineering of bimetallic phosphide-embedded tungsten-based phosphide/oxide nanorods on carbon cloth: A synergistic and stable electrocatalyst for overall water splitting
- Authors: Acharya, D., Chhetri, K., Pathak, I., Hoon Ko, T., Yong Kim, H.
- Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
- Year: 2024
- Fluorescence immunoassay using triangular carbon dots for detection of the cardiac marker Troponin T in acute myocardial infarction
- Authors: Kim, S.E., Yoon, J.C., Muthurasu, A., Kim, H.Y.
- Journal: Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical
- Year: 2024
- Interfacial Electronic Modification of Nickel Phosphide via Iron Doping: An Efficient Bifunctional Catalyst for Water/Seawater Splitting
- Authors: Muthurasu, A., Ko, T.H., Kim, T.W., Chhetri, K., Kim, H.Y.
- Journal: Advanced Functional Materials
- Year: 2024
- Electronically modulated bimetallic telluride nanodendrites atop 2D nanosheets using a vanadium dopant enabling a bifunctional electrocatalyst for overall water splitting
- Authors: Pathak, I., Muthurasu, A., Acharya, D., Ko, T.H., Kim, H.Y.
- Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A
- Year: 2024
- Highly Porous Metal-Organic Framework Entrapped by Cobalt Telluride-Manganese Telluride as an Efficient Bifunctional Electrocatalyst
- Authors: Rosyara, Y.R., Muthurasu, A., Chhetri, K., Lee, D., Kim, H.Y.
- Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces
- Year: 2024