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Dr Sandeep Pandey

Also known as: Dr. Pandey

University Of Strathclyde, University of Strathclyde, Kumaun University, Konkuk University

ORCID iD 0000-0002-8074-4864
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Dr Sandeep Pandey, MRSC, is a Royal Society Newton International Fellow at the University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom, and an innovation-driven materials scientist specializing in graphene, advanced carbon nanomaterials, perovskite photovoltaics, energy storage, waste upcycling, and sustainable nanotechnology. His research focuses on transforming carbon-rich waste streams into high-value functional materials and developing next-generation technologies for clean energy generation, harvesting, and storage. Dr Pandey completed his PhD in Chemistry at Kumaun University, India, where his research focused on the synthesis and modification of carbon nanomaterials for advanced solar energy conversion and energy storage applications. Over the past decade, he has established an international research career spanning India, South Korea, and the United Kingdom, developing expertise in graphene synthesis, carbon nanomaterials, perovskite solar cells, single-crystal perovskites, supercapacitors, photosupercapacitors, electrochemistry, catalysis, and sustainable materials engineering.
A major focus of his research has been the development of scalable, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable technologies for converting waste plastics, paper waste, agricultural residues, cotton waste, and other carbon-rich feedstocks into graphene and advanced carbon nanomaterials. His pioneering contributions have helped establish practical pathways for waste valorisation, carbon circularity, and resource-efficient manufacturing. Dr Pandey is also an accomplished inventor with an extensive intellectual property portfolio comprising more than 10 granted patents across India and Australia, along with several additional patent applications in advanced materials, graphene manufacturing, energy devices, environmental remediation, and functional nanocomposites. His patented technologies include innovative processes for converting waste plastics into high-quality graphene nanosheets, graphene nanofibres, porous graphene nanostructures, graphene-based nanocomposites, and carbon nanomaterials derived from paper waste and biomass. Several of these technologies have successfully progressed beyond laboratory development and have been transferred to industry through the National Research Development Corporation (NRDC), facilitating commercial-scale production and real-world deployment of sustainable graphene technologies. His innovations have contributed to:

• Waste plastic-to-graphene manufacturing technologies
• Sustainable carbon nanomaterial production
• Energy harvesting and storage devices
• Functional coatings and nanocomposites
• Water purification materials
• Advanced construction materials
• Circular economy and resource recovery solutions

Currently, Dr Pandey leads a Royal Society-funded research project at the University of Strathclyde focused on the development of plastic waste-derived graphene nanosheets for high-performance perovskite photosupercapacitors. This work aims to integrate solar energy harvesting and energy storage into a single device platform, addressing critical challenges in sustainable energy technologies and net-zero systems.
His research interests include:

• Graphene and carbon nanomaterials
• Perovskite solar cells and perovskite single crystals
• Supercapacitors and photosupercapacitors
• Waste plastic recycling and resource valorisation
• Circular economy and sustainable materials
• Energy harvesting and storage technologies
• Electrochemistry and catalysis
• Advanced functional coatings and sensors
• Technology commercialization and innovation

Dr Pandey has authored 40+ peer-reviewed publications, delivered keynote and invited lectures at international conferences, and established a strong track record of translating research into societal and industrial impact. His work has received international recognition through prestigious awards including the Royal Society Newton International Fellowship, Innovator of the Year Award, Young Scientist Awards, and multiple research excellence distinctions. His research on converting waste plastics into graphene for energy applications has attracted significant international attention and has become a notable example of how nanotechnology and circular economy principles can work together to address global challenges in waste management, clean energy, and sustainability.
Beyond academia, Dr Pandey is passionate about transforming scientific discoveries into commercially viable technologies, fostering industry-academia partnerships, mentoring the next generation of researchers, and supporting the transition towards a sustainable, net-zero future. He actively welcomes collaborations with researchers, industrial partners, startups, policymakers, and funding organizations working in advanced materials, energy technologies, circular economy, sus sustainability, and deep-tech innovation.

Employment

  • University of Strathclyde Royal Society Newton International Fellow
    2024 - 2027
  • Konkuk University Postdoctoral Researcher
    2022 - 2024
  • Kumaun University Research Associate
    2020 - 2022
  • Kumaun University DST INSPIRE Senior Research Fellow
    2018 - 2020
  • Kumaun University DST INSPIRE Junior Research Fellow
    2016 - 2018
  • University Of Strathclyde

Education

  • Kumaun University Ph.D.
    2016 - 2020
  • Kumaun University M.Sc. Chemistry
    2012 - 2014
  • Kumaun University B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
    2009 - 2012

Projects & Funding

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Publications (52)