About Department
The Department of Nanoscience and Technology (CNST) has offered postgraduate (M.Tech.) degree since 2009 and also offers Ph.D. Programme with Institution Research Fellowship – IRF (20,000/- Per Month). The NST aims to provide a platform for young minds of students to understand the basic concepts of material properties at the nanoscale. M.Tech programme is accompanied by science, engineering, and technology to ensure real-time applications by exploring the fundamental structure of nanoscale-quantum phenomenon. This programme collectively deals with cutting-edge research and innovations in the multidisciplinary field, and focuses on ongoing thrust research activities. CNST continuously updates the innovation in science and technology for young researchers, scientists, innovators, entrepreneurs, and students. The CNST has state-of-the-art research facilities, namely AFM, nanoindentation, micro-Vickers hardness, spray pyrolysis, FTIR, UV, and PL spectroscopy, BET-surface area, XRF, Particle size analyzer, contact angle measurement, DC-sputtering. EIS spectroscopy, etc. CNST has a team of faculty, researchers, and students working together to bring innovation in interdisciplinary domain. Our management is keen to bring Centre for Nano Science and Technology (CNST) as a world-class research centre to take up challenging research work in the nano valley for the benefit of society. The department has academic and industrial collaboration with various national and international universities, research centres, and industries.
M.Tech Nano Science and Technology
Vision
To excel as a world class teaching and research hub in Nanoscience and Technology.
Mission
- To facilitate students and researchers to engage in need-based research in multidisciplinary domains.
- To engage in transformative technology-based education that builds industry and society.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs) for M.Tech. (NANO) Programme
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PEO1: Our graduates will demonstrate their competence in the processing of
nanostructured materials and use them for effective industrial applications.
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PEO2: Our graduates will demonstrate interdisciplinary proficiency both in theory and
practice in Nanoscience and Technology research.
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PEO3: Our graduates will apply the scientific concepts and mathematical analysis to
bring out need based nano-products with ethical responsibility.
The POs for M.Tech. (NANO) Programme Engineering Graduates will be able to:
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PO1: Ability to understand the importance of Nanoscience and Technology and bring
out scientific solution for unsolved problems.
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PO2: Ability to implement multidisciplinary concepts and ideas for the development
of innovative Technologies.
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PO3: Capability to demonstrate leadership, quality and entrepreneurship.
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PO4: Demonstrate technical skills in operation and maintenance of sophisticated
instrumentations.
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PO5: Ability to protect their innovative research through IPR.
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PO6: Ability to bring out good quality research proposal as well as research
publications.
Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs) for M.Tech. (NANO) Programme
Engineering Graduates will be able to:
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PSO1: Application of Basic Concepts: Apply fundamental concepts in the areas of
spinning, weaving, testing, garment making and processing.
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PSO2: Solution for Industrial Problems: Solve industrial problems in textile industries
considering environmental issues to improve quality and productivity.
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PSO3: Moral Values: Demonstrate social and ethical responsibilities relevant to textile
industries.
Contact Details
Faculty List
Our Intellectuals
Dr.A.Karthik
Associate Professor
Nano metal oxide, Waste water effluent treatment, Supercapacitor, Thermal barrier coating
Dr.S.Satheeskumar
Professor
Photodegradation
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Our Non-Teaching staffs
Students List
| S.no | Batch | Name-list |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2020-24 | |
| 2 | 2019-23 | |
| 3 | 2018-22 | |
| 4 | 2017-21 | |
| 5 | 2016-20 | |
| 6 | 2015-19 | |
| 7 | 2014-18 |
Role of Honours
| S.no | Batch | Roll of Honour |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023-24 | Deepika V |
| 2 | 2022-23 | Karthik M |
| 3 | 2021-22 | Sneha K B |
| 4 | 2020-21 | Anushree S |
| 5 | 2019-20 | Saranya K |
| 6 | 2018-19 | Brindha R |
| 7 | 2017-18 | Lekha R |
Distinguished Alumni
| S.no | Batch | Name of the Alumni | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2018-22 | Kalai Kalangiyam G K | Research Scholar - IIT, Goa |
| 2 | 2017-21 | Shankar M | Team Lead - Tata Consultancy Service |
| 3 | 2017-21 | Vijayaprakash M | Assistant Manager - Indian Overseas Bank |
| 4 | 2016-20 | Gowtham V | Programmer - IIT, Bombay |
| 5 | 2015-19 | Brindha R | Research Scholar - National University of Singapore |
| 6 | 2015-19 | Mugundha Prasanth K | Project Lead - Clinipace Clinical Research Pvt Ltd |
| 7 | 2015-19 | Sivakami S | Project Lead - Manastu Space, Bangalore |
Curriculum & Syllabi
Post Graduate - M.Tech(Nano Science and Technology)
Regulation R 2022
| Batch | Syllabi |
|---|---|
| 2023-25 | |
| 2022-24 |
Regulation R 2018
| Batch | Syllabi |
|---|---|
| 2021-23 | |
| 2020-22 | |
| 2019-21 | |
| 2018-20 |
Regulation R 2014
| Batch | Syllabi |
|---|---|
| 2017-19 | |
| 2016-18 | |
| 2015-17 | |
| 2014-16 |
Regulation R 2010
| Batch | Syllabi |
|---|---|
| 2010-12 |
Regulation R 2008
| Batch | Syllabi |
|---|---|
| 2008-10 |
Teaching & Learning
Product Development
| S.No | Name Of Course | Industry Associated |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nanobiomaterials and Applications | Prathista Industries PVT Limited, Telangana |
| 2 | Advanced Carbon Nanostructures | NoPo Nanotechnologies, Bengaluru |
| 3 | Nanobiotechnology | Prathista Industries PVT Limited, Telangana |
| S.No. | Academic Year | Duration | No.of Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023-24 | 12 Weeks | 13 |
| 2 | 2022-23 | 12 Weeks | 27 |
| 3 | 2021-22 | 12 Weeks | 37 |
| 4 | 2020-21 | 12 Weeks | 16 |
| 5 | 2019-20 | 12 Weeks | 25 |
| 6 | 2018-19 | 12 Weeks | 35 |
| 7 | 2017-18 | 12 Weeks | 27 |
| S.No | Batch | No.Of Students Placed | Percentage(%) | Highest CTC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2020 - 24 | 05 | 70 | 4.32 LPA |
| 2 | 2019 - 23 | 08 | 85 | 4.32 LPA |
| 3 | 2018 - 22 | 07 | 80 | 4.8 LPA |
| 4 | 2017 - 21 | 10 | 70 | 8.4 LPA |
| 5 | 2016 - 20 | 06 | 60 | 4.8 LPA |
Prime Recruiters list
| S.No | Batch | Exams Qualified | Key Institutions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023 - 24 | CUET | Pondicherry University |
| 2 | 2018 - 23 | CUET | Pondicherry University |
| 3 | 2018 - 22 | CUET, CAT, TOEFL | Pondicherry University, NIT, Trichy |
| 4 | 2017 - 21 | CUET, IELTS | Pondicherry University |
| 5 | 2016 - 20 | CUET, IELTS, GATE | University of Hyderabad, Pondicherry University |
| 6 | 2015 - 19 | CUET, IELTS, TOEFL, TANCET | University of Singapore, Pondicherry University, Anna University, Chennai |
| S.No | Batch | Student Name | Start-up Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2018-22 | Maha Vignesh N | Spacim (OPC) Private Limited, Coimbatore |
| 2 | 2021-23 | Arjun Moorthy | Robbell Materials Research Centre (OPC) Pvt.Ltd,Salem |
| S.No | Acedamic Year | No. of Students | Examination Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2020-2024 | 02 | CUET-02 |
| 2 | 2019-2023 | 02 | CUET-02 |
| 3 | 2018-2022 | 04 | CUET-02, TOEFL-01, CAT-01 |
| 4 | 2017-2021 | 06 | CUET-02, IELTS-04 |
| 5 | 2016-2020 | 09 | CUET-07, GATE-02 |
| 6 | 2015-2019 | 12 | CUET-08, TANCET-02, IELTS-02 |
Academic Laboratory
Lab Incharge -Dr.A.Karthik & Mr.S.Surendhiran
Lab Incharge – Dr.S.Satheeskumar & Ms.R.Kokila
Lab Incharge – Dr.A.Karthik & Mr.S.Surendhiran
Lab in charge - Dr.A.Karthik & Mr.P.Manoj kumar
Lab Incharge – Dr.A.Karthik & Mr.S.Surendhiran
Lab Incharge – Mr.R.Mohanraj & Mr.P.Manoj Kumar
Lab Incharge – Mr.R.Mohanraj & Ms.R.Kokila
Conference Hall
Class Rooms
No of classes : 04
Department Library
| S.No | Particulars | Number |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ph.D. Doctorates | 03 |
| 2 | Ph.D. Supervisors | 02 |
| 3 | Ph.D. Pursuing | 05 |
| 4 | Ph.D. Completed | 25 |
| S. No | Name of the PI & CI | Title of the Project | Funding Agency | Duration of the Project | Date of Sanction | Amount Received (in lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr.A.Karthik | Development of phytochemical enriched nanofiber membrane mat for effective removal of an effluent contaminant in river bodies | TNSCST | 2024-25 | 04.03.2024 | 3.00 |
| 2 | Dr.A.Karthik | Orderly arranged Bismuth oxide nanosheet/graphitic carbon nitrate (Bi2O3 / gC3N4) composite as electrode material for supercapacitor applications | TNSCST | 2022-23 | 03.03.2023 | 0.075 |
| 3 | Dr.B.Kalpana | Development of integrated rGo-MoMns: nanocomposite for Hg(II) absorption and industrial effluent dye photocatalytic degradation applications | TNSCST | 2022-23 | 03.03.2023 | 0.075 |
| 4 | Dr.A.Karthik | Fabrication of graphene oxide blended MnO2/FeO3 nanostructured anode materials in lithium-ion battery for energy density and life cycle improvement | TNSCST | 2021-22 | 13.03.2022 | 0.075 |
| 5 | Dr.S.Satheeskumar | Electrodes deposition of copper – zinc oxide nanoparticles on banana bark fiber silk to produce high efficient anti-bacterial bandages | TNSCST | 2019-20 | 18.03.2020 | 0.075 |
| 6 | Dr.M.Selvam | Efficient synthesis of Al-Li-Sr doped ZnO nanorods and their application in gas (CO2) sensing | TNSCST | 2018-19 | 15.06.2018 | 0.075 |
| 7 | Dr.V.Rajendran (PI) | Influence of particle size on the in vivo and in vitro toxicity of metal oxides causing toxicity in model zebrafish in normal human bladder cells and bladder tumor cells | DST-DAAD | 2017-19 | 28.08.2017 | 7.69 |
| 8 | Dr.R.Suriyaprabha | Rapid In-vivo / In-vitro Screening of metal oxide nanoparticles against Danio rerio | UGC, New Delhi | 2015-20 | 12.10.2015 | 30.02 |
| 9 | Dr.V.Rajendran (PI), Dr.P.Manivasakan (CI) | Natural Mineral Sand/Biomass rice husks as a sustainable source of nano silicon for cost-effective solar cells | DST-SERB | 2015-18 | 11.09.2015 | 25.44 |
| 10 | Dr.V.Rajendran (PI), Dr.R.Yuvakkumar (CI) | Herbal Nanoparticles for Antimicrobial and UV protection Applications | BRNS, Mumbai | 2014-18 | 19.12.2013 | 26.30 |
| 11 | Dr.V.Rajendran (PI), Dr.P.Prabu (CI), Dr.P.Manivasakan (CI) | Development of nano protected fabrics for army and medical application | DRDO, New Delhi | 2010-13 | 11.01.2011 | 47.54 |
| S.No. | Academic Year | Book Chapters | Journals | Conference | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National | International | National | International | |||
| 1 | 2024-25 | 02 | 02 | 10 | 05 | 01 |
| 2 | 2023-24 | - | 02 | 13 | 03 | 01 |
| 3 | 2022-23 | - | - | 08 | 03 | - |
| 4 | 2021-22 | 01 | - | 06 | 02 | - |
| 5 | 2020-21 | 02 | - | 09 | 04 | 01 |
| S.No | Academic Year | Patents | Copyrights | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filed | Published | Granted | Filed | Granted | ||
| 1 | 2024-25 | 02 | 01 | 01 | - | - |
| 2 | 2023-24 | 01 | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | 2022-23 | - | - | - | - | - |
Facilities
| S.No | Academic Year | Name of the Company/Institutions | Total Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023-2024 | Academic Institutions/Universities/Industries | 54,650 |
| 2 | 2022-2023 | Academic Institutions/Universities/Industries | 55,250 |
| 3 | 2021-2022 | Academic Institutions/Universities/Industries | 50,450 |
| 4 | 2020-2021 | Academic Institutions/Universities/Industries | 18,625 |
| 5 | 2019-2020 | Academic Institutions/Universities/Industries | 75,875 |
| S.No | Name of the Organisation | Date of Signing | Validity | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NOPO Nanotechnologies, Bengaluru | 22.02.2022 | 22.02.2027 | 5 Years |
| 2 | ChattingBirds Pvt. Ltd., Chennai | 07.12.2021 | 07.12.2024 | 3 Years |
| 3 | Prathista Industries Ltd, Hyderabad | 25.10.2021 | 25.10.2026 | 5 Years |
| 4 | SWAB Nanosolution Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi | 22.07.2021 | 22.07.2024 | 3 Years |
| 5 | Dongguk University, Seoul, South Korea | 19.03.2019 | 19.03.2024 | 5 Years |
| 6 | Universite Clermont Auvergne – Ferrand, France | 16.01.2018 | 16.01.2023 | 5 Years |
| 7 | Gajra Pai & Zhu, Chennai, India | 15.03.2017 | 16.03.2027 | 10 Years |
| 8 | National Research Development Corporation (NRDC), New Delhi | 26.02.2015 | 26.02.2025 | 10 Years |
| S.No | Academic Year | Number of Participation | Participated / Price Won |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023-24 | 68 | 10 |
| 2 | 2022-23 | 17 | 7 |
| 3 | 2021-22 | 30 | 02 |
| S.No | Academic Year | Number of Participation | Participated / Price Won |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023-24 | 142 | 18 |
| 2 | 2022-23 | 20 | 14 |
| 3 | 2021-22 | 81 | 13 |
| S.No | Academic Year | Number of Participation | Participated / Price Won |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023-24 | 9 | 4 |
| 2 | 2022-23 | 18 | 8 |
| 3 | 2021-22 | 57 | 07 |
NANO Optimiser and Research Association (NORA )
- Office Bearers:
- Faculty President: Dr.B.Kalpana, HoD-NST
- Faculty Co-Ordinator: Dr.A.Karthik
- President: Mr.T.M Naren vidaarth
- Vice-President: Mr.K.S.G Jagan
- Members: All Students of Nanoscience and Technology Department
| S.No | Date | Name of Event | Resource Person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26.11.2021 | Development of Device Quality Technologically Important Single Crystals; Growth Optimization, Characterization and Applications | Dr. Muthu Senthil Pandian Photovoltaic Devices Laboratory, Research Scientist (Grade-II), SSN Institutions, Kalavakkam, Chennai-603110 |
Achievements
Prizes
| Academic Year (2022-23) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.No | Reg.No | Name of the Student | Competitive Event | Paper Title | Venue |
| 1 | 1924103 | Jagan K S G | ICISTIA 2022 | Ecofriendly green synthesis of nickel oxide nanoparticles using plant extract and investigation on their photocatalytic activity | K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology |
| 2 | 1924106 | Karthick M | ICISTIA 2022 | Structural, optical and photocatalytic properties of nickel oxide nanoparticles obtained by simple plant extract mediated synthesis | K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology |
| 3 | 1924110 | NarenVidaarth T M | ICISTIA 2022 | Synthesis of bismuth oxide nanoparticles and its applications on photocatalysis | K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology |
| 4 | 1924111 | Padmanathan K | ICISTIA 2022 | NiO Nanoparticles as efficient UV and sunlight driven photocatalyst | K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology |
| Academic Year (2020-21) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.No | Reg.No | Name of the Student | Competitive Event | Paper Title | Venue |
| 1 | 1724115 | Krishna priya M K | Virtual workshop | Diesel particulate filter in BS-VI Technology | Online |
| 2 | 1924114 | Vignesh A | National level webinar | Antenna design through simulation using TaraNG:19.1 | Mahendra Engineering College |
| 3 | 1924114 | Vignesh A | MPT-2020 | E-Workshop Materials processing and Technology | Online |
| 4 | 1724126 | Shankar M | TENSYS 2020 | International workshop on Energy Technology and sensor systems | IIITDM Kancheepuram |
| 5 | 1724124 | Rohan vignesh A | ICNNIR-2021 | Novel nanomaterials for innovative research | Rathinam college of arts and science, Coimbatore |
| 6 | 1724112 | Guruprasath N | ICAMCCT-2021 | Enhancement of Corrosion Resistance of Mild steel plate using Zn/Ti Nanocomposite for Industrial Applications | Anaivailankanni college of Engineering |
| Industry Visit | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.No | Academic Year | Date | Industry Visited | |
| 1 | 2022-2023 | 26.09.2022 | CSIR Central Electrochemical Research Institute, Karaikudi | |
| 2 | 2020-2021 | 19.02.2021 | Prathista Industries Ltd, Telangana | |
| 3 | 2019-2020 | 22.02.2020 | Centre for Nanotechnology & Advanced Biomaterials [CeNTAB], SASTRA Deemed University | |
| 4 | 2018-2019 | 20.12.2018 | Biocon Limited, Bangalore | |
| 5 | 2016-2017 | 24.07.2015 | Doordharshan Maintenance Centre, Yercaud | |
