Research Cluster Overview

Research Cluster: Digital Revolution and Scientific Futures
Topic: Nanomaterials for Clean Energy and Biological Applications
Theme: Energy harvesting and regenerative medicine aligned with SDGs 3 and 7

The Nanomaterials Research Cluster develops multifunctional materials for energy harvesting, storage, tissue regeneration, cancer therapy, and environmental remediation. Key innovations include E-textiles for wearable energy systems, bioactive scaffolds for regenerative medicine, and high-strength nanocomposites for aerospace. The lab promotes translational outcomes through global and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Expected Outcomes

• Develop nanomaterial platforms for multifunctional applications
• Translate lab-scale innovations into sustainable, real-world technologies

Current Projects

• Mesoporous Nano Rare Earth Bioactive Glass for Breast Cancer Therapy
• Functionally Graded Nanoparticles for Re-entry Space Vehicles
• E-Textile Systems for Energy Harvesting and Storage

Faculty Details & CVs

Lead Faculty: Gara Deeraj Kumar
Designation: Assistant Professor
Department: Aerospace Engineering
Location: Bangalore
Contact: 9700749752
Email: dk720045@student.nitw.ac.in

Faculty Members:
Gara Deeraj Kumar — CV
Nandini Robin Nadar — CV

Collaborating Opportunities

Internal: CFRM-Jain University, Department of Aerospace & Allied Health Sciences
External: Yeungnam University (South Korea), NIT Warangal, IIT Madras, AIIMS (Delhi/Raipur), Researchsat (Australia)
Other Collaborations: Texas partners, cancer hospitals