Dr. Dinesh Kumar Chelike | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Rungta College of Engineering and Technology, Bhilai, India

Dr. Dinesh Kumar Chelike is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Rungta College of Engineering & Technology. His research focuses on developing non-isocyanate polyurethanes (NIPUs) for drug delivery and battery applications, fluorescent materials for metal ion sensing, and hybrid inorganic-organic materials for optical and sensor applications. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry and multiple awards and patents, Dr. Chelike demonstrates a robust commitment to innovation and sustainability in material science.

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Education

🎓 Dr. Dinesh Kumar Chelike’s academic journey reflects his dedication to chemistry and sustainability. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from SRM Institute of Science and Technology (2022), specializing in cyclophosphazenes-based hybrid inorganic-organic molecules and non-isocyanate polyurethanes. His Master’s degree in Chemistry from Karunya Institute of Technology & Sciences (2017) included a significant project on electrodeposition of zinc-nickel alloys for corrosion resistance. He began his academic pursuit with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (2015) from Kalayan P.G. College, Bhilai. His robust educational foundation blends theoretical and practical knowledge, equipping him for impactful research.

work Experience

💼 Dr. Chelike has held key academic and research positions. As an Assistant Professor at Rungta College (Dec 2022–Present), he specializes in material science and polymer chemistry. Previously, he served as a Senior Research Associate at Clearsynth R&D Lab (2022), synthesizing deuterated compounds, and as a PGT Chemistry Teacher (2021–2022). His career showcases his commitment to education and innovation in chemistry.

Awards and Honors 🏆

🏆 Dr. Chelike’s accolades include the RARE Award (2024) for outstanding research, the Young Research Award (2020) from the Institute of Scholars, and a Gold Medal at SRM IST for exceptional research performance. These honors highlight his contributions to sustainable material science and innovation.

Research Focus

🔬 Dr. Chelike’s research focuses on developing sustainable materials, such as non-isocyanate polyurethanes for drug delivery and solid electrolytes, fluorescent materials for metal ion sensing, and hybrid organic-inorganic polymers for sensors. His work addresses pressing global issues like sustainability and environmental monitoring.

Skills

🛠️ Dr. Chelike is proficient in analytical techniques like ATR-FTIR, Powder XRD, UV-Vis Spectroscopy, and software tools like NMR and ChemDraw. His hands-on skills enhance his research impact, particularly in material science and polymer chemistry.

Conclusion

Dr. Dinesh Kumar Chelike is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, owing to his significant contributions to sustainable material science and sensor technologies. His work is innovative, impactful, and aligned with current scientific and environmental priorities. While there is room for growth in terms of international exposure and publication breadth, his achievements to date underscore his potential to make transformative contributions to the field of chemistry.

Publications to Noted

Biodegradable polyurethane foam as shoe insole to reduce footwear waste: Optimization by morphological physicochemical and mechanical properties
Authors: M Mukherjee, SA Gurusamy-Thangavelu, DK Chelike, A Alagumalai, …
Citations: 42
Year: 2020

Biodegradable polyurethanes foam and foam fullerenes nanocomposite strips by one-shot moulding: Physicochemical and mechanical properties
Authors: SAG Thangavelu, M Mukherjee, K Layana, CD Kumar, YR Sulthana, …
Citations: 28
Year: 2020

Functionalized iron oxide nanoparticles conjugate of multi-anchored Schiff’s base inorganic heterocyclic pendant groups: Cytotoxicity studies
Authors: DK Chelike, A Alagumalai, J Acharya, P Kumar, K Sarkar, …
Citations: 26
Year: 2020

Tunable yellow–green emitting cyclotriphosphazene appended phenothiazine hydrazone hybrid material: Synthesis, characterisation, photophysical and electrochemical studies
Authors: DK Chelike, A Alagumalai, VR Muthukumar, SAG Thangavelu, …
Citations: 15
Year: 2020

Biodegradable isocyanate-free polyurethane films via a noncatalytic route: Facile modified polycaprolactone triol and biobased diamine as precursors
Authors: DK Chelike, SAG Thangavelu
Citations: 8
Year: 2023

Catalyzed and Non‐catalyzed Synthetic Approaches to Obtain Isocyanate‐free Polyurethanes
Authors: DK Chelike, SA Gurusamy Thangavelu
Citations: 4
Year: 2023

Biorenewable vegetable oil based nonisocyanate polyurethanes and nanocomposites; formulation, characterisation, biodegradation, anticorrosion and antifouling coatings
Authors: YR Sulthana, DK Chelike, SAG Thangavelu
Citations: 2
Year: 2024

Utilizing fungal biodegradation for valorisation of lignocellulosic waste biomass and its diverse applications
Authors: P Mehta, DK Chelike
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

Adsorption‐Based Approaches for Exploring Nanoparticle Effectiveness in Wastewater Treatment
Authors: P Mehta, DK Chelike, RK Rathore
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

A recent review of the synthesis of plant-derived iron oxide nanoparticles for metal ion removal
Authors: DK Chelike, P Mehta, A Kumar
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

Dinesh Kumar Chelike | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award