PHD at Sardar Patel University, India
Paresh N Patel, born on April 12, 1987, is the I/c Director of Tarsadia Institute of Chemical Science at Uka Tarsadia University, Bardoli, Gujarat, India, where he oversees PG and PhD teaching, research, and administration. He earned his PhD in Organic Synthesis from Sardar Patel University in 2013. Previously, he held positions as an Assistant Professor at Uka Tarsadia University, a Post-Doctoral Fellow at IIT Madras, and a Fellow at NIF Ahmedabad. His research interests include developing nanoscale organic bio-sensors, synthesizing Au nanoparticles, and biotechnology for hydrogen and ethanol production.
Professional Profiles
EDUCATION
PhD – Dec. 2013 (Dept. of Chem.; Sardar Patel University, India) Organic Synthesis, MSc – Dec. 2009 (Dept. of Chem.; Sardar Patel University, India) Organic Chemistry, BSc – Dec. 2007 (NV Patel Science College; Sardar Patel University, India) Chemistry
Employment History
Since 28th March, 2019 I/c Director, Tarsadia Institute of Chemical Science, Uka Tarsadia University, Bardoli, Gujarat, India (PG & PhD Teaching, Research and Administration) PREVIOUS POSITIONS. Since 15th November, 2016 Assistant Professor, Uka Tarsadia University, Bardoli, Gujarat, India (UG & PG Teaching and Research), From 07th November, 2013 to 04th November, 2016 Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow, IIT Madras, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India (PG & PhD Teaching and research) 28th August, 2013 to 31st October, 2013 Fellow, NIF – Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India (Research), 15th May, 2011 to 31st July, 2013 SRF, Dept. of Chem., Sardar Patel University, India (Research)
Research Interest
Development of nano scale organic bio-sensors (DST-SERB on-going project) Synthesis of Au nanoparticle by renewable resources and its application in organic synthesis (GSBTM on-going project) Asymmetric synthesis by biocatalysts (UTU on-going Project) Development of biotechnology for hydrogen and ethanol production (Aether Industry Ltd. on-going project)
Research Focus
Paresh N Patel’s research focuses primarily on organic synthesis and nanotechnology, particularly the development of gold nanoparticles for catalytic applications. His work includes creating efficient catalysts for synthesizing aryl amines and developing nanoscale organic bio-sensors. He also explores asymmetric synthesis using biocatalysts and the application of biotechnology in hydrogen and ethanol production. His research contributions extend to the synthesis of heteroaryl compounds and drug-based metal complexes, showcasing his expertise in advanced organic chemistry and materials science. Additionally, Patel’s research interests include spectroscopic analysis, biological evaluation, and environmental applications such as dye removal from textile effluents.
Publications
- Selective detection of azelnidipine in pharmaceuticals via carbon dot mediated spectrofluorimetric method: A green approach, Publication date: 2024.
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- Surface functionalized graphene oxide integrated 9, 9-diethyl-9H-fluoren-2-amine monohybrid nanostructure: Synthesis, physicochemical, thermal and theoretical approach towards, Publication date: 2024.
- Fungus reinforced sustainable gold nanoparticles: An efficient heterogeneous catalyst for reduction of nitro aliphatic, aromatic and heterocyclic scaffolds, Publication date: 2023.
- Design and synthesis of chalcone mediated novel pyrazoline scaffolds: Discovery of benzothiophene comprising antimicrobial inhibitors, Publication date: 2023.
- Study of lawsone and its modified disperse dyes derived by triple cascade reaction: dyeing performance on nylon and polyester fabrics, Publication date: 2023.
- Study on novel biphenyl chalcone scaffolds: A dual spectroscopic approach for efficient sensing of hydrazine with low concentration, Publication date: 2023.
- Newer chalcone scaffolds with reactive functional groups: Process, spectral and single crystal XRD studies, Publication date: 2023.
- Green and sustainable bio-synthesis of gold nanoparticles using Aspergillus Trinidadensis VM ST01: Heterogeneous catalyst for nitro reduction in water, Publication date: 2023.
- Studies of novel benzofuran based chalcone scaffolds: A dual spectroscopic approach as selective hydrazine sensor, Publication date: 2023.
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