Research Areas

Analytical Chemistry and Instrumentation

Our department has a strong research focus in Analytical Chemistry and Instrumentation, an area dedicated to developing and applying advanced methods for the detection, identification, and quantification of chemical substances. This field combines fundamental chemistry with state-of-the-art instrumentation such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry to address real-world challenges.

Research in this area spans across multiple domains, including:

  • Environmental chemistry, where pollutants and emerging contaminants are monitored to ensure ecosystem and public health.

  • Forensic chemistry, where analytical methods provide critical evidence for criminal investigations and toxicological assessments.

  • Food chemistry, where analytical tools are used to guarantee safety, authenticity, and nutritional quality.

  • Bioanalytical chemistry, where the focus is on biomolecules such as proteins, lipids, and metabolites for applications in diagnostics, biomarker discovery, and pharmaceutical development.

By bridging chemistry with applied sciences, our research in analytical chemistry and instrumentation supports sustainable development, public safety, and medical innovation.

Organic Chemistry

Our department also emphasizes research in Organic Chemistry, a field central to the study of carbon-based compounds and their vast applications. This area not only explores the fundamental reactivity and structure of organic molecules but also translates this knowledge into practical innovations across science and industry.

Research in organic chemistry at our department includes:

  • Natural products chemistry, where bioactive compounds from plants, microorganisms, and other natural sources are isolated, characterized, and studied for potential pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications.

  • Biotechnology, where organic and biomolecular approaches are applied to enzyme design, biocatalysis, and the development of sustainable processes.

  • Polymer chemistry, where novel materials with advanced properties are synthesized for applications ranging from packaging and coatings to biomedical devices and nanotechnology.

Through these areas, our research in organic chemistry contributes to drug discovery, green technology, and materials innovation, supporting both fundamental science and industrial progress.

Inorganic Chemistry

Our department is actively engaged in Inorganic Chemistry, a research area that explores the structures, properties, and reactivity of compounds beyond carbon-based systems. This field provides the foundation for many scientific and technological advancements, bridging fundamental understanding with real-world applications.

Research in inorganic chemistry at our department includes:

  • Nanochemistry, focusing on the design and development of nanoscale materials with tailored properties for applications in energy, medicine, and advanced materials.

  • Catalysis, where new inorganic catalysts are developed and optimized to drive chemical transformations efficiently, sustainably, and with reduced environmental impact.

  • Computational Chemistry, applying theoretical models and simulations to predict chemical properties, reaction mechanisms, and guide experimental design.

Through these efforts, our inorganic chemistry research contributes to progress in energy conversion and storage, environmental remediation, and sustainable chemical manufacturing, addressing some of today’s most pressing scientific and industrial challenges.

Physical Chemistry

Our department carries out cutting-edge research in Physical Chemistry, a discipline that bridges chemistry with physics to understand the fundamental principles governing matter and energy. This area provides powerful insights into chemical processes while driving the innovation of new materials and technologies.

Research in physical chemistry at our department includes:

  • Electrochemistry, focusing on the study of redox processes, electrode materials, and their applications in sensing, corrosion, and energy technologies.

  • Batteries and Energy Storage, where new materials and systems are designed to improve performance, safety, and sustainability of next-generation energy devices.

  • Liquid Crystals, investigating their structural, optical, and electronic properties for applications in displays, sensors, and advanced functional materials.

  • Catalysis, exploring the mechanisms and kinetics of catalytic reactions to develop more efficient and sustainable processes.

Through these areas, our physical chemistry research plays a vital role in advancing energy solutions, sustainable technologies, and molecular-level understanding that support both industrial innovation and scientific discovery.