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Dr Kuldeep Singh

Dehradun Institute of Technology University, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar

Research areas: Agricultural and Biological Sciences · Soil Science · Ionic liquids properties and applications · Plant Growth and Agriculture Techniques · Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation

ORCID iD 0009-0001-7771-2001
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Innovative Physical Chemist | Transforming Biomass into Sustainable Solutions
🔬 Passionate about advancing green chemistry and the circular bioeconomy through cutting-edge research in ionic liquids, deep eutectic solvents, and biomass valorization.

With expertise in lignocellulosic biomass fractionation, catalytic conversion, and value-added chemical extraction, I design scalable processes to transform underutilized resources—like lignin, cellulose, and microalgae—into high-value chemicals, biofilms, and advanced materials.
Key Achievements:
✅ Spearheaded novel lignin depolymerization methods to produce fine chemicals (e.g., vanillin, phenolic monomers), reducing waste and boosting profitability.
✅ Engineered biodegradable biofilms using ionic liquid-processed biopolymers, achieving enhanced mechanical properties for packaging/pharma applications.
✅ Optimized microalgae processing techniques to extract lipids, proteins, and pigments for nutraceutical and biofuel markets.
✅ Collaborated cross-functionally with R&D and industry partners to scale lab-developed protocols into pilot-ready processes.

Technical Mastery:
🔍 Analytics & Characterization: Expert in GCMS, HPLC, LCMS, NMR, FTIR, Raman, XPS, XRD, SEM/TEM, BET, TGA/DSC, AFM.
đŸ§Ș Process Design: Skilled in biomass pretreatment, catalytic reactions, solvent recovery, and material synthesis.
đŸŒ± Sustainability Focus: Committed to reducing carbon footprints through solvent recycling, waste minimization, and energy-efficient protocols.

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  • CSIR-JRF CSIR National Physical Laboratory of India

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