Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, India
Profiles
Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Aravind Nesaragi laid the foundation of his academic career in the field of chemistry, completing his undergraduate studies with distinction and progressing to earn a master’s degree in Organic Chemistry. He further enhanced his academic credentials with a Bachelor of Education, showcasing a parallel interest in teaching. His academic journey reflects a consistent commitment to excellence, culminating in a doctoral degree focused on nitrogen and oxygen heterocycles for pharmacological applications. His Ph.D. work involved synthetic and spectral studies under the supervision of an experienced mentor at a reputed Indian university.
Research Interests and Focus
Dr. Nesaragi’s research is deeply rooted in materials chemistry and organic synthesis, with a strong focus on the development of nanomaterials and conjugated luminescent molecules for applications in optics and energy devices. His interests span a broad spectrum, including fluorescence sensing, OLED applications, optoelectronics, dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), covalent organic frameworks (COFs), and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). He is particularly engaged in the design of nanocatalysts for organic transformations and the fabrication of functional materials for sensing and photovoltaic applications.
Professional Endeavors
Dr. Nesaragi has held postdoctoral research positions at premier Indian institutions. His most recent appointment was at the Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad, where he worked on π-conjugated molecules for sensing applications and conducted DFT computational studies. Prior to that, he served as a postdoctoral fellow at the Centre for Nano and Material Sciences, JAIN University, where he developed luminescent probes for heavy metal ion detection and OLED technologies. These postdoctoral experiences have strengthened his expertise in advanced molecular design, synthesis, and characterization for optoelectronic applications.
Research Contributions and Output
Over the course of his doctoral and postdoctoral research, Dr. Nesaragi has contributed significantly to the synthesis of highly conjugated molecules with potential applications in devices such as DSSCs, OLEDs, and supercapacitors. His work is distinguished by its practical relevance, bridging synthetic chemistry with material science and device engineering. His Ph.D. thesis focused on medicinally relevant heterocyclic compounds, combining both synthetic and spectral approaches to uncover their potential as pharmacological agents.
Awards and Fellowships
Dr. Nesaragi has received a prestigious Ph.D. fellowship from the Karnataka Science and Technology Promotion Society, recognizing the significance of his doctoral research. He also qualified the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), a highly competitive national examination, further establishing his academic credentials.
Technical and Computational Proficiency
He has developed strong technical skills across a wide range of instrumental techniques, including NMR, GC-MS, microwave-assisted synthesis, FT-IR (ATR and KBr), UV-visible spectroscopy, and fluorescence spectrophotometry. His computational experience includes the use of Gaussian for DFT studies, along with software such as Origin, ChemDraw, Geol NMR, Mendeley, and EndNote for data analysis, visualization, and manuscript preparation.
Teaching Experience
Dr. Nesaragi has hands-on teaching experience, having worked as a lecturer in a pre-university science college for two years. During this tenure, he contributed to classroom instruction in chemistry and developed foundational science skills in young learners. This experience complements his research career and reflects his ongoing commitment to academic mentorship and education.
Legacy and Future Contributions
Looking forward, Dr. Nesaragi aims to further his contributions to organic and materials chemistry by developing novel compounds for use in flexible electronic devices and energy storage technologies. His research is aligned with emerging global priorities in sustainable energy and advanced sensing technologies. Through a combination of synthetic innovation, applied material development, and academic mentorship, he aspires to make impactful contributions to both science and education.
Notable Publications
Microwave assisted regioselective synthesis of quinoline appended triazoles as potent anti-tubercular and antifungal agents via copper (I) catalyzed cycloaddition
Authors: AR Nesaragi, RR Kamble, PK Bayannavar, SKJ Shaikh, SR Hoolageri, …
Journal: Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters
Year: 2021
Green synthesis of therapeutically active 1,3,4-oxadiazoles as antioxidants, selective COX-2 inhibitors and their in silico studies
Authors: AR Nesaragi, RR Kamble, S Dixit, B Kodasi, SR Hoolageri, …
Journal: Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters
Year: 2021
WELPSA: A natural catalyst of alkali and alkaline earth metals for the facile synthesis of tetrahydrobenzo[b]pyrans and pyrano[2,3‐d]pyrimidinones as inhibitors of …
Authors: AR Nesaragi, RR Kamble, SR Hoolageri, A Mavazzan, SF Madar, …
Journal: Applied Organometallic Chemistry
Year: 2022
Click chemistry based regioselective one‐pot synthesis of coumarin‐3‐yl‐methyl‐1,2,3‐triazolyl‐1,2,4‐triazol‐3(4H)‐ones as newer potent antitubercular agents
Authors: SM Somagond, RR Kamble, PK Bayannavar, SKJ Shaikh, SD Joshi, …
Journal: Archiv der Pharmazie
Year: 2019
A comprehensive overview of coumarinyl-triazole hybrids as anticancer agents
Authors: AR Nesaragi, JS Algethami, M Alsaiari, SA Alsareii, BS Mathada, …
Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure
Year: 2024