Dr. K. R. Vishnu Mahesh Assistant Professor

Faculty Name Designation Dr. K. R. Vishnu Mahesh Assistant Professor Educational Qualification M.Sc., Ph.D. Experience in Years 8 Email Id vishnumaheshkr@gmail.com Specialization: Industrial Chemistry Area of Interest: Polymer Nanocomposites and Electrochemistry Member of Committees: Proctor Co-ordinator NSS Co-ordinator Test and Assignment Co-ordinator AAT, CIE and Quiz Co-ordinator Seminar and Conferences Co-ordinator Member of Professional Bodies: Life Member of Electrochemical Society of India, IISc, Bengaluru, India (LM- 251) Member of International Association of Engineers, Hong Kong (MN: 178511) Member of International Nanoscience Community (Nanoprika), Hungery. Member of Luminescence Society of India: Karnataka Chapter (LSIKC). Member of Sigma-Aldrich Global Advisor, Bangalore, India. Member in Forum of Chemistry Teachers in Engineering Colleges, VTU, Karnataka EC Member in UNNATHI Research Foundation, Bengaluru. Publications in International Journals: 1. K R Vishnu Mahesh, H N Narasimha Murthy, B E Kumara Swamy, S. C. Sharma, M Krishna and B S Sherigara, Mechanical, Thermal and Fire Retardation Behaviour of Nanoclay/vinylester composites, Frontiers of Material Science. 2011, 5 (4): 401-411. 2. K R Vishnu Mahesh, H N Narasimha Murthy, B E Kumaraswamy, M Krishna and B S Sherigara, Synthesis and Characterization of Organomodified Na-MMT Using Cation and Anion Surfactants, Frontiers of Chemistry in China. 2011, 6 (2): 153-158

3. K R Vishnu Mahesh, H N Narasimha Murthy, B E Kumara Swamy and B S Sherigara, Effect of Alkaline Environment on the Properties of Nanoclay/Vinylester/Glass Nanocomposites, International Journal of Science Research, 2012, 01, (01): 06-11. 4. K R Vishnu Mahesh, H N Narasimha Murthy, B E Kumara Swamy & B S Sherigara, The Influence of MMT on Mechanical, Thermal and Fire Retardation Properties of Vinylester/Glass Composites, Jour. of Composite Materials, 2013, 47, (17): 2163-2178. 5. K R Vishnu Mahesh, H N Narasimha Murthy, B E Kumara Swamy, M Krishna and Synergistic Effect of Nanoclay and Fire Retardants on the Thermal Stability & Flammability of Vinylester based Nanocomposites, Key Engg. Mat. 2015, 659: 468-473. 6. G R Rajkumar, M.Krishna, H N Narasimha Murthy, S C Sharma, K R Vishnu Mahesh, Effect of low Velocity Repeated impacts on Property degradation of Aluminum-glass fiber Laminates, Int. Jour of Engg Science and Technology. 2011, 3 (5): 4131-4140. 7. R Sridhar, H N Narasimha Murthy, Niranjan Pattar, K R Vishnu Mahesh, Parametric study of Twin Screw Extrusion for Dispersing MMT in Vinylester using Orthogonal Array Technique and Grey Relational Analysis, Composites Part B, 2012, 43: 599 608. 8. M Ashok Kumar, G Ramachandra Reddy, K R Vishnu Mahesh, T Hemanth Babu, G Vasanth Kumar, Fabrication & performance of natural fibers: Sansevieria cylindrica, waste silk, jute & drumstick vegetable fibres (Moringa Oleifera) reinforced with rubber/polyester composites, Int. Jour of Fiber and Textile Research 2011, 1(1): 15-21 9. B N Chandrashekar, B E Kumara Swamy, K R Vishnu Mahesh and B S Sherigara, Electrochemical Studies of Bromothymol Blue at surfactant Modified Carbon Paste Electrode By using Cyclic Voltammetry, Int. J. Electrochem. Sci 2009, 4: 71-480. 10. M Ashok Kumar, G Ramachandra Reddy, K R Vishnu Mahesh, K.V.P. Chakradhar and Y V Mohana Reddy, Performance of Zea mays fiber reinforced epoxy composites, Int. Jour of Fiber and Textile Research 2011, 1(1): 22-27.

11. G R Rajkumar, M Krishna, H N Narasimha Murthy, K R Vishnu Mahesh, Investigation of Repeated Low Velocity Impact Behavior of GFRP /Aluminium And CFRP /Aluminium Laminates, Inte. Jou. of Soft Computing and Engg. 2012, 1 (6): 50-58. 12. M. Ashok Kumar, K. Hemachandra Reddy, G. Ramachandra Reddy, and K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, Characterization of Light Weight Epoxy Composites from Short Sansevieria Cylindrica Fibers, Fibers and Polymers 2012, 13 (6): 769-774. 13. G R Rajkumar, M Krishna, H N Narasimha Murthy, S C Sharma, K R Vishnu Mahesh, Experimental Investigation of low Velocity Repeated Impacts on Glass fiber metal Composites, Journal of Materials Engg &Performance, 2012, 21: 1485-1490. 14. Ratnapal, H N Narasimha Murthy, M Sreejith, K R Vishnu Mahesh, M Krishna, The influence of laminate Thickness on the properties of Polymer GFRP Composites, Frontiers of Material Science 2012, 6(3): 225 235. 15. M Ashok Kumar, G Ramachandra Reddy, A Ramesh, B H Nanjuda Reddy, K R Vishnu Mahesh, Performance of Coconut shell particulate filled Polyester composites, Pak. J. sci. ind. res. Ser. A: phys. sci. 2012, 55 (3): 142-148. 16. R Sridhar, H N Narasimha Murthy, K R Vishnu Mahesh, Karthik M, M Krishna, Moisture Diffusion through nanoclay / vinylester processed using Twin Screw Extrusion, Journal of Vinyl additives 12, (047), 2014, 1-9. 17. N Raghavendra, H N Narasimha Murthy, K R Vishnu Mahesh, M Krishna and S C Sharma, Organomodification of Indian bentonite clay and its influence on fire behavior of nanoclay/vinylester composites, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part N: Journal of Nanoengineering and Nanosystems, 229, (2), 2015, 55-56.. 18. N Raghavendra, H N Narasimha Murthy, K R Vishnu Mahesh, R Sridhar, M Krishna, Combined influence of organo-modified Indian bentonite nanoclay and fire retardants on thermal and fire behavior of vinylester, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part N: Journal of Nanoengineering and Nanosystems. 231 (1) 2016, 1 9.

19. N Raghavendra, H N Narasimha Murthy, K R Vishnu Mahesh, M Krishna and S C Sharma, Effect of Organomodified Indian Bentonite clay on the Properties of Vinylester/Glass Nanocomposites, Frontiers of Material Science, 7, (4): 2014, 405-412. 20. N Raghavendra, H N Narasimha Murthy, K R Vishnu Mahesh, M Krishna, Moisture Barrier Properties of HDTMA Br-IB/Vinylester Nanocomposites, Journal of Vinyl & Additive Tech, 2, (4) 2016, 441 451. 21. K.S. Harishanand, H. Nagabhushana, B.M. Nagabhushana, K. R.Vishnu Mahesh, Comparitive Study on Mechanical Properties of ZnO, ZrO2 and CeO2 Nanometal Oxides Reinforced Epoxy Composites Advances in Polymer Science and Technology: An International Journal 3(1): 20137-13. 22. K.S. Harishanand, H. Nagabhushana, B.M. Nagabhushana, K. R.Vishnu Mahesh, Experimental Study on Corrosion, Mechanical and Wear Properties of Nano-Zro2 Doped Aluminum Composite, International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology 6, (1): 2013, 41-54. 23. K.S. Harishanand, H. Nagabhushana, B.M. Nagabhushana, K. R.Vishnu Mahesh, Corrosion, Mechanical and Wear Properties of nano-zno doped Aluminium, International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications 3, (1), 2013, 1569-1576. 24. N. Ravikumar & K. R Vishnu Mahesh, User Experience of Library Services of an Engineering College A Case Study, International Journal of Information Dissemination and Technology, 5 (3), 2015, 203-207. 25. B. H. Nanjunda Reddy, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, V. Venkata Lakshmi and M Ashok Kumar, Effect of Particulate Fillers on the Mechanical, Thermal, Moisture and Fire Performance of Unsaturated Isopthallic Polyester/Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer Composites, Advances in Polymer Science and Technology: An International Journal 2015; 5(2): 11-17.

26. M.R. Anilkumar, H P Nagaswarupa, K.S. Anantharaju,. K. Gurushantha, C. Pratapkumar, S.C. Prashantha, H. Nagabhushana, S.C. Sharma, Y. S. Vidya, K.R. Vishnu Mahesh, A facile fuel for the multifunctional properties of MgO nanoparticles prepared via auto ignited combustion route, Materials Research Express-Institute of Physics, 2 (2015) 095004. 27. K. Gurushantha, K.S. Anantharaju, S.C. Sharma, H.P. Nagaswarupa, S.C. Prashantha, K.R. Vishnu Mahesh, L. Renuka, Y.S. Vidya, H. Nagabhushana, Bio-mediated Sm doped nano cubic zirconia: Photoluminescent, Judd Ofelt analysis, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and photocatalytic performance, Journal of Alloys and Compounds 685, 15 2016, 761-773. 28. M. Mylarappa, V. Venkata Lakshmi, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, H. P. Nagaswarupa, K N Shravana Kumara, N.Raghavendra and D.M.K.Siddeswara, Electro Chemical and Photo Catalytic Studies of MnO2 Nano Particle from Waste Dry Cell Batteries Journal of Nanosystems: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, 2016, 7 (4), 657-661. 29. D.M.K Siddeswara, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, H.P. Nagaswarupa, M. Mylarappa N. Raghavendra and K.N Shravana Kumara, ZnO Decorated Graphene Nan sheets: An Advanced Material for the Electrochemical Performance and Photo Catalytic Degradation of Organic Dyes, Journal of Nanosystems: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, 2016, 7 (4), 678 682. 30. K. N. Shravana Kumara, H. P. Nagaswarupa, S. C. Prashanth, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, M.Mylarappa, D.M.K Siddeswara and N Raghavendra, Synthesis and Characterization Of Nano ZnO and MgO Powder By Low Temperature Solution Combustion Method: Studies Concerning on Electrochemical and Photo Catalytic behavior, Journal of, 2016. Nanosystems: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, 2016, 7 (4), 662 666. 31. B.H. Nanjunda Reddy, V. Venkata Lakshmi, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh and M. Mylarappa, Preparation of Chitosan/Different Organ modified Clay Polymer Nanocomposites: Studies on Morphological, Swelling, Thermal Stability and Anti-Bacterial Properties, Journal of, Nanosystems: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, 2016, 7 (4), 667 674

32. M. Mylarappa, V. Venkata Lakshmi, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, H. P. Nagaswarupa, K. N Shravana Kumara, D. M. Siddeswara, Electroplating of Zinc on mild steel obtained by Recovery of exhausted batteries leach solutions for corrosion protection, Int. J. Adv. Res. 4 (10), 2016, 200-206. 33. K. N Shravana Kumara, H. P. Nagaswarupa, V. Venkata Lakshmi, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, S.C.Prashantha, M.Mylarappa, D.M.K Siddeswara, Synthesis and Characterization of ZnO/MgO Nano Particles by Curry Leaves through Green Approach and their photocatalytic applications, Int.J. Adv. Res. 4 (10), 2016, 19581962. 34. T. Venkatesh, D.M.K. Siddeswara, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, V. Venkata Lakshmi, M. Mylarappa H. P. Nagaswarupa, K. N. Shravana Kumara, Synthesis and Characterization Composite of MnO2/Graphene/MWCNT: An Synergistic Catalyst for Degradation of Methyl Red and Malachite Green, Int.J. Adv.Res. 4 (9), 2016, 1956-1960. 35. M. Mylarappa, V. Venkata Lakshmi, K R Vishnu Mahesh, H P Nagaswarupa and N Raghavendra, A facile hydrothermal recovery of Nano sealed MnO2 particle from waste batteries: An advanced material for electrochemical and environmental applications, IOP Conf. Series: Materials Science and Engineering 149 (2016) 012178. 36. T. Manohar, S.C. Prashantha, H.P. Nagaswarupa, Ramachandra Naik, H. Nagabhushana, K.S. Anantharaju, K.R. Vishnu Mahesh, H.B. Premkumar, White light emitting lanthanum aluminate nanophosphor: Near ultra violet excited photoluminescence and photometric characteristics, Journal of Luminescence 190 (2017) 279 288. 37. Y.N. Vaidyanath, K.G. Ashamanjari, M. Mylarappa, M.S. Bhargava Ramu, K.R. Vishnu Mahesh, S.C. Prashantha, H.P. Nagaswarupa, N. Raghavendra, Comparative Study of Different Immobilization of Strontium in LiSr2(PO4)3 Crystal through Hydrothermal Process, IOSR Journal of Applied Physics (IOSR-JAP) 9 (4) (2017), 13-19. 38. M. Mylarappa, V. Venkata Lakshmi, K.R. Vishnu Mahesh, H.P. Nagaswarupa and N. Raghavendra, Cyclic Voltammetry and Electrochemical Impedance Spectral Properties of MnO2 Obtained by Waste Discarded Batteries Using Eco-Friendly Leaching Materials, Asian Journal of Chemistry; Vol. 29, No. 9 (2017),78-85.

39. Y. N. Vaidyanath, K. G. Ashamanjaria, M. Mylarappa, M. S. Bhargava Ramu, K. R. Vishnu Maheshc*, S. C. Prashanthad, N. Raghavendrae and D.M.K. Siddeswara, Development and Characterization of Titanium Phosphates (TiP2O7) And Lithium Titanium Phosphate (LiTiP2O7) and Their Thermal and Electric Properties, Int.J.Adv.Res.5(7), 25-32. Edited Books/Book Chapter Authored Book Entitled Thermal, Fire and Moisture Properties of Clay Based Polymer Composites Publishing by Academic Lambert Publishing, Germany (2016), ISBN - 9783-659-91965-7. Authored Book Entitled Processing of organomodified clay dispersed vinylester composites Publishing by Academic Lambert Publishing, Germany (2016). ISBN 9783-659-92294-7 Edited Book Entitled Modern Trends in Aerodynamic Systems and Models. Published by United Agencies, Mangalore (2017), ISBN: 978-93-85682-13-1. Edited Book Entitled Proceedings of International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering Published by United Agencies, Mangalore (2017). ISBN: 978-9385682-43-8 Y.S. Vidya, H, Nagabhushana, S. C. Sharma, K.S. Anantharaju, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh,A Review: Green Synthesis of Multifunctional Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Plant Extracts, Materials for Advanced Technological Applications, Dayananda Sagar Institutions 1-15, (2016), ISBN: 978-93-85682-12-4 B. H. Nanjunda Reddy, V. Venkata Lakshmi, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, S. C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, K. S. Anantharaju, Development and characterization of chitosan/clay, Composites on their thermal and morphological behavior Proceedings of National Conference - Advanced Functional Materials, Dayananda Sagar Institutions, 67-71 (2015) ISBN: 978-93-85682-04-9. M. Mylarappa, V. Venkata Lakshmi, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, S. C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, K. S. Anantharaju, H.P Nagaswarupa, S. C. Prashanth, Recovery of manganese oxide particle from waste dry Cells using eco-friendly leaching solid and their Electrochemical activity Proceedings of National Conference - Advanced

Functional Materials, 196-201 (2015) Dayananda Sagar Institutions, ISBN: 978-93- 85682-04-9. K. N. Shravana Kumara, H. P. Nagaswarupa, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, S. C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, S. C. Prashanth, K. S. Anantharaju Synthesis and characterization of MgO nano particle by low temperature Combustion method and their corrosion studie s on al 7075, Proceedings of National Conference - Advanced Functional M aterials, 235-238 (2015) Dayananda Sagar Institutions, ISBN: 978-93-85682-04-9. N. Raghavendra, H. N. Narasimha Murthy, S. C. Sharma, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, R. Sridhar, M. Krishna, Processing and characterization of organo modified OMIB/polymer nano composites Proceedings of National Conference - Advanced Functional Materials, 239-243 (2015) Dayananda Sagar Institutions, ISBN: 978-93- 85682-04-9. D.M.K. Siddeswara, K. R. Vishnu Mahesh, S. C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, K. S. Anantharaju, H.P Nagaswarupa, S. C. Prashanth, Synthesis and characterization of ornamented rgo/zno for Electrochemical and photo catalytic activity Proceedings of National Conference - Advanced Functional M aterials, 263 267 (2015), Dayananda Sagar Institutions, ISBN: 978-93-85682-04-9. K R Vishnu Mahesh, H N Narasimha Murthy, B E Kumaraswamy, R Sridhar, M Krishna and B S Sherigara,Influence of twin-screw extrusion on the dispersion of nanoclay in vinylester composites, Proceedings of International Conference on Challenges & Opportunities in mechanical, Industrial and Management Studies (ICCOMM-2012), ISBN: 978-93-82338-04-8, Bonspring Publications, Page:366-371 (2012). Awards/Achievements Anikethana award of Gold medal in 18th Convocation of Kuvempu University. Selected Best Paper in Frontiers of chemistry in China Journal and published my Figure on Cover Page in the issue on 2011, 6 (2): 153 158. Special Award for presenting science model in National Level Science Exhibition, Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu. University level NSS Best Volunteer Award.

Secured Senior under Officer Rank in N.C.C (In C certificate). State level Best project award from SSIT, Tumkur Guided Students Presented Papers in International/ National Conferences 1. Electrochemical Enhancement of NiO Dispersed Graphene sheets as Electrode Materials for Energy Storage Applications, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017. 2. Silver Nanoparticle-Decorated Graphene Oxide and Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube Nanocomposite: An Advance Material for the Application of Super capacitors and Photo catalysis, International Conference on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development (ICSTSD-2016) at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on May 24-26, 2016. 3. Organomodification of Clay and its Influence on the Thermal, Mechanical and Fire behavior of Clay/Fire additives/vinylester Composites, 8 th International Conference on Material Science and Technology (MSAT-2014) at National Metal and Materials Technology Center, Bangkok, Thailand on Dec 15-16, 2014. 4. Effect of Nanoclay Modification On The Properties Of Vinylester/Glass Nanocomposites, International Conference on Advancements in Polymeric Materials (APM 2014) on Feb 14-16 at CIPET, Bhubaneswar, Orissa, India. 5. Impact and Fire Retardation Studies of vinyl ester/nanoclay/glass Nanocomposites for Marine Applications, The Second International Conference on Polymer processing & Characterization (ICPPC 2010), Kottayam, Kerala, India, January 15-17, 2010. 6. Effect of Dispersing Nanoclay in to Epoxy Resin for Superior Mechanical Properties and Fire Retardency, International conference on Recent Trends in Materials and Characterization, (RETMAC-2010), NITK, Surathkal, Karnataka, Feb 14-15, 2010. 7. Sea Water Durability of MMT/vinylester/glass Nanocomposites due to alkaline solution ageing and property degradations, nternational Conference on Materials for future (ICMF - 2011) on 22-23, Feb 2011 at Government Engineering College, Trisoor, Kerala.

8. Effect of Nanoclay Dispersion on the Mechanical and Fire Retardation Properties of Vinylester/Carbon Nanocomposites Using Twin Screw Extrusion, International conference on Advanced Materials, Manufacturing,. Management and Thermal Sciences AMMMT -2010, November 18-19 2010, SIT, Tumkur. 9. Experimental Study on Dispersion of Nanoclay into Vinylester Using Ultrasonication and Twin Screw Extrusion, International Conference On "Convergence of Science & Engineering in Education and Research"(ICSE-2010), Dayanand Sagar College of Engg, Bangalore, April 21-23, 2010. 10. Moisture Diffusion through Nanoclay/vinylester/glass Nanocomposites due to alkaline solution ageing and property degradations, International Conference on Composites for 21 st Century: Current & Future Trends. January, 4-7, 2011, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. 11. Effect of Salt Fog Environment on MMT/vinylester/glass Nanocomposites, International Conference on Composites and Nanocomposites (ICCNC-2011), January, 7-8, 2011 at M G University, Kottayam, Kerala. 12. Effect of nanoclay modification on the properties of vinylester/glass nanocomposites, International Conference on Composites and Nanocomposites (ICCNC-2011), March, 23-25, 2012 at M G University, Kottayam, Kerala. India. 13. Influence of Twin-Screw Extrusion on the Dispersion of Nanoclay in Vinylester Composites, International Conference on Challenges & Opportunities in mechanical, Industrial and Management Studies (ICCOMM-2012), on July 11th to 13th March 2012 at MSRIT, Bangalore. 14. One Step Synthesis of Ternary Composites GNS/CNT/MnO2 for the applications of Super Capacitors and Photo catalytic Degradation of Azo Dyes International Conference on Nanotechnology (ICNANO-2016) on April 21-23, 2016 at VTU PG Centre, Muddenahalli, Chikkaballapura.

15. ZnO/Mn2O3 Decorated graphene nanosheets: An advanced materials for the electrochemical performance and phtocatalytic degradation of organic dyes, International Conference on Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (NANO-2015), 7-10 Dec 2015 KSRCT, Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu. 16. Processing and characterization of organomodified OMIB/Polymer Nanocomposites, International Conference on Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (NANO-2015), 7-10 Dec 2015 KSRCT, Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu, India. 17. Synthesis and Charecterization of Nano ZnO and MgO powder by low Temperature solution combustion method: Studies Concerning on electrochemical and photocatalytic behavior International Conference on Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (NANO- 2015), 7-10 Dec 2015 KSRCT, Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu, India. 18. Electrochemical and photocatalytic enhancement of recovered MnO2 from consumed dry cell batteries, International Conference on Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (NANO-2015), 7-10 Dec 2015 KSRCT, Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu, India. 19. Preparation of chitosan/different organomodified clay polymer nanocomposites: Studies on morphological, swelling, thermal stability and anti-bacterial properties International Conference on Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (NANO-2015), 7-10 Dec 2015 KSRCT, Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu. 20. Synthesis and Characterization of modified sodium alizanate Bentonite Clay biocomposites for antibacterial activities International conference on Nano Science and Nanotechnology (ICNAN-2016) 19-21, Oct 2016 at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamilnadu, ISBN:978-93-86256-06-5. 21. A New assisted green synthesis of MgO nanoparticles using murraa Koengi Leaf extract: An efficient catalyst for water purification International conference on Nano Science and Nanotechnology (ICNAN-2016) 19-21, Oct 2016 at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamilnadu, ISBN:978-93-86256-06-5.

22. Enhancement of rgo/cnt/ago Nanocomposite for the removal of acid red 88 from Aqueous solution International conference on Nano Science and Nanotechnology (ICNAN-2016) 19-21, Oct 2016 at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamilnadu, ISBN:978-93-86256-06-5. 23. Afecile hydrothermal recovery of nano sealed MnO2 particle from waste batteries: An Advanced Material for Electrochemical and Environmental Applications, International Conference on Advances in Materials and Manufacturing Applications (ICONMMA- 2016) July 14-16, 2016. at Amrita Vishwa Vidya Peetham University, Bangalore. 24. Novel synthesis of MgTiO3:Tb3+ Structural behavior, Band gap, PCA, Supercapacitor and Photoluminescence analysis for multifunctional applications International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8 25. Judd Ofelt analysis and radiative properties of the Nd3+centres in LaAlO3-A green light emitting nanophosphor, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8. 26. Facile low temperature engineered MgAl2O4 and its characterizations for dual applications, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8. 27. Electrochemical Enhancement of Nickel Oxide Dispersed Graphene Sheets as Electrode Material for Energy Storage Application, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8. 28. Preparation, Characterization of Graphene Oxide Doped With Nickel Oxide for Biological Applications, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8.

29. Influence of Nanoclays on the performance of Vinylester/glass nanocomposites for their Mechanical, Thermal and Fire behaviour Properties, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8. 30. Simultaneous Removal of Hg (II), Pb (II) and Ionic Dyes from Aqueous Solution Using Battery Waste as Raw Materials, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8. 31. Effective reduction of Co+2 and Ni+2 from aqueous solution using nanostructured ZnO particle synthesized by solution combustion, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8. 32. A New platform for the development and characterization of LiCoV2O5 for cyclic voltammetry and Electrochemical Impedance Studies, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8. 33. Development of sodium alginate/poly (acryl amide-closite-30b nano clay) hydrogel composites for paclitaxel anticancer drug transfer applications, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8. 34. Synthesis and characterization of lithium doped strontium phosphate nano crystal and their electrochemical impedance measurements, International Conference on Advances in Science and Engineering (ICASE-2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on Jan 19-22, 2017 ISBN: 978-93-85682-43-8. 35. Comparative Studies on Different grades of Nano Clay for their Fire Retardancy in vinyl ester/glass composites for Naval Applications National Conference On Advances in Forming Technologies (AIFT-2010), R.V.College of Engineering, Bangalore. April 15-16, 2010.

36. Experimental Study on Glass transition Temperature of Different percentages of Nanoclays/Vinylester Composites from Differential Scanning Calorimeter National Symposium on Frontier Areas in Chemical Science and anotechnology (NSFACNT- 2010) Organized by Dept. of Industrial Chemistry, Kuvempu University. May 1-2, 2010. 37. Effect of Cloisite-Na and Cloisite-15a Nanoclays to the Matrix of Vinylester/Glass Composites on Their Mechanical and Fire Behavior National Conference on Developments in Composite Materials and Processes 2011 (DCMP-2011) Organized by DBIT, Bangalore April 7-9, 2011. 38. Development of Organomodified Nanoclay using HDTMA National Conference on Green and Sustainable Chemistry (NCGSC-2012), Organized by Dept of Chemistry, Tumkur University, Tumkur on February 25, 2012 39. Synthesis and characterization of Indian Bentonite Nanoclay for the Superior Properties of Polymer Nanocomposites National conference on Impact of Chemical Biology on Society, Organized by Dept. of Industrial Chemistry, Kuvempu University. April 26-27, 2012. 40. Effect of Nanoclay Modification for Polymer Nanocomposite Applications National conference on Frontiers & Challenges In Chemistry (FCC-2013) Organized by Dept. of Chemistry, DBIT, Bangalore, Oct 10-11, 2013. 41. Electrochemical Studies of Bromothymol Blue at Surfactant Modified Carbon Paste Electrode By Using Cyclic Voltammetry National Conference On Chemistry & Molecular Nano Technology (NCCMN 2009) Dept. of Industrial Chemistry, Kuvempu University. Shimoga, Karnataka, India. Jan 16-17, 2009. 42. Cyclic Voltammetric Studies of Dopamine at Bromothymol Blue Modified Carbon Paste Electrode National Conference On Dept. of Chemistry, Sahyadri Science College, Shimoga, Karnataka, India. March 11 th, 2009.

43. Effect of Twin Screw Extrusion on the Properties Nanoclay Dispersed Vinylester National Conference on Emerging Trends in Engineering Technology by JIT, Bangalore on 20-22 Feb 2014. 44. Synthesis and characterization of ornamented rgo/zno for Electrochemical and photo catalytic activity Proceedings of National Conference - Advanced Functional Materials, Organized by Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering 263 267 (2015). 45. Development of Modified Indian Bentonite Clay using Cat ionic exchange process for improvement of d spacing of nano clay, Nano India-2013, Feb 19-20, 2013, CSIR- NIIST, Thiruvananthapuram. 46. Recovery and Characterization of Metals from alkaline batteries by using hydrometallurgical process Two Days National Conference on CurrentScenario in Material Chemistry (CSIMC-2015), 9-10, Feb 2015, Jamal Mohamed College, Tiruchanapalli, Tamilnadu. 47. Synthesis and characterization of ZnO nanparticles for corrosion studies of Aluminium Composites Two Days National Conference on Current Scenario in Material Chemistry (CSIMC-2015), 9-10, Feb 2015, Jamal Mohamed College, Tiruchanapalli, Tamilnadu. 48. Effect of Amine Functionalized Graphene dispersion on the electrical, mechanical and fire retardation properties of epoxy nanocomposites, Two Days National Conference on Current Scenario in Material Chemistry (CSIMC-2015), 9-10, Feb 2015, Jamal Mohamed College, Tiruchanapalli, Tamilnadu. 49. Electroplating of Zinc on Mild steel obtained by recovery of exhausted batteries leach solutions for corrosion protection, National Conference on Recent Advances in Applied Sciences (RAAS-2016) on 25 April 2016 at AMC Engineering College, Bengaluru.

50. Synthesis and Characterization of ZnO/ MgO Nanoparticles by curry leaves through green approach and their photocatalytic applications National Conference on Recent Advances in Applied Sciences (RAAS-2016) on 25 April 2016 at AMC Engineering College, Bengaluru. 51. One pot approach of binary composite of GNS/MnO2 for electrochemical studies and Environmental applications National Conference on Recent Advances in Applied Sciences (RAAS-2016) on 25 April 2016 at AMC Engineering College, Bengaluru. 52. Synthesis and Characterization composite of MnO2/Graphen/MWCNT: An Synergistic catalyst for degradation of methyl red and Malachite Green National Conference on Recent Advances in Applied Sciences (RAAS-2016) on 25 April 2016 at AMC Engineering College, Bengaluru. 53. Moisture diffusion studies of Nanoclay/Vinylester composites in Different Temperatures National Conference on Developments in Composite Materials and Processes 2011 (DCMP-2011) Organized by Dept of Mechanical Engineering, DBIT, Bangalore April 7-9, 2011. Workshops / Seminars/Symposia Attended 1 National Seminar on Nano Technology Past, Present Future Organized by Department of Chemistry, Kuvempu University, Shimoga. May 4 th, 2008. 2 Workshop on Particle characterization techniques for nano & technical ceramics Organized by Indian ceramic society Bangalore, India. 4 th Nov 2009 3 Workshop on Thermal Analysis and Rheology applications Organized by TA Instruments, Mangalore. 22 nd August 2010 4 Workshop on Recent Advances in FRP Composites. Organized by Department of Chemical Engineering, R V College of Engineering, Bangalore October 22-23, 2010 5 Workshop on Thermoset Polymer Nanocomposites: Processing, Fabrication, and Characterization Organized by IISC, Bangalore, India. 4 th Jan 2011.

6 Workshop on Green Chemistry and Environment Organized by Department of Chemistry, R V College of Engineering, Bangalore. Feb 17-19, 2011. 7 National Workshop on Usage of Instruments for Nanotechnology Applications Organized by Dept. of Industrial Chemistry, Kuvempu University, April 25 th, 2011. 8 Faculty Development Program on Enhancing Life Skills on 27-28 Jan 2012 at Rajarajeshwari College of Engineering, Bangalore. 9 Faculty Development Program on Innovative Teaching on 24-26 July 2012 at Rajarajeshwari College of Engineering, Bangalore 10 Workshop on PMC s for UUV Applications Organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, R V College of Engineering, Bangalore. May 15 th, 2012. 11 National Workshop on Organized by Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, R V College of Engineering, Bangalore. September 6-7, 2012. 12 National Workshop on Elements of Nanoscience and Technology Organized by Dept. of Industrial Chemistry, Kuvempu University, Oct 12 th to 13 th 2012. 13 National Symposium on Trends in Food Microbiology on Jan 29 th 2013 Sponsored by KCST organized by Dept. of Microbiology, Davanagere University. 14 Certificate of Appreciation from International Forum for Excellence in Higher Education for success full conduction of National Creativity Aptitude Test 2013. 15 VTU-VGST Faculty Development Program on Micro Nano Technology in Small Satellite Organized by EWIT, Bangalore on 19-22 Aug 2013. 16 National seminar on Recent Trends in Pro-biotic s on 16 th Jan 2014, Sponsored by KCST organized by Dept. of Microbiology, Davanagere University. 17 State Level Seminar on Electrochemistry and Renewable Energy Sponsored by UGC Organized by SJR College, Bangalore on 14 th Sep, 2014. 18 Two-Day Faculty Development Program on Leadership, Interpersonal skills, Align to win, High-impact presentation skills on 28-01-2015&29-01-2015, Sponsored by CSIA. 19 One-Day Workshop on Matlab, Organized by EWIT, Bangalore on 8 th June 2017. 20 Three Days Faculty Development Program on Back to Nature - Nature Friendly Attitudes, Sciences and Technologies (BN-NFAST), on 24-26, June2017 organized by MSRIT, Bangalore.

Conference Chair/Invited talks/ Seminars/Guest lecturers given Given Invited talk and Chaired a session in International Conference on Advanced Science and Technology (ICASE 2017) at Regents International College, Bangkok, Thailand on 19 th to 22 nd January, 2017. Chaired a oral presentation session in National Conference on Recent Advances in Applied Sciences (RAAS-2016) at AMC College of Engineering, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru on 25 th April 2016 Chaired a oral presentation session in National Conference on Advanced Functional Materials (AFM-2016) at Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Kumara Swamy Layout, Bengaluru on 4-5 th Dec 2015 Invited Talk on Impact and Fire Retardation Studies of vinyl ester/nanoclay/glass nanocomposites for Marine Applications for The Second International Conference on Polymer processing & Characterization (ICPPC 2010), Kottayam, Kerala, India, January 17 th, 2010. Invited Talk on Effect of Dispersing Nanoclay in to Epoxy Resin for Superior Mechanical Properties and Fire Retardency, in International conference on Recent Trends in Materials and Characterization (RETMAC-2010), NITK, Surathkal, Karnataka, India. February 15 th, 2010. Invited Talk on Effect of Salt Fog Environment on MMT/vinylester/glass Nanocomposites in International Conference on Composites and Nanocomposites (ICCNC-2011), January, 8 th, 2011 at M G University, Kottayam, Kerala. India. Invited Talk on Effect of nanoclay modification on the properties of vinylester/glass nanocomposites in International Conference on Composites and Nanocomposites (ICCNC-2011) March, 24 th, 2012 at M G University, Kottayam, Kerala, India. A Lecture Series on Testing Polymer to P.G. Students in the Department of Industrial Chemistry, Kuvempu University, Shimoga, Nov 2012. Reviewer/Editorial Board Member Guest editor and Reviewer for Materials Today: Proceedings ( Elsevier Journal) Editorial board member of Some Journals under Universal Research Publications Editorial board member of Some Journals under R.K Publications

Editorial board member of Two Journals under Science Publications Research Projects Completed A Student research project (2013-2014) of Rs. 6,500/- on Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Nanocaly Dispersed Biodegradable Polymer Nanocomposites for the Packaging Applications. Funded by Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. A Student research project (2013-2014) of Rs. 4,500/- on Mechanical Properties Evaluation of Natural Fibers Reinforced Bio-Composites and Fabrication of a Bio- Composite Telephone Stand (Areca Fibers, Banana Empty Fruit Bunch Fibers and Coconut Coir as Reinforcements). Funded by Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.