Reaction Dynamics in Complex Environments
Reaction Dynamics in Complex Environments
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Join us to unravel complex chemistry through interdisciplinary research
The ReDyCE Group seeks to uncover how complex chemical systems emerge from fundamental molecular interactions. We investigate reaction dynamics in catalytic, atmospheric, astrochemical, and combustion environments, with a particular focus on understanding the mechanisms that govern chemical transformation under complex and extreme conditions.
Our research integrates in situ spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, reaction dynamics, and theoretical chemistry with the development of custom-built reactors and experimental platforms. By directly probing reactive intermediates and transient species, we aim to bridge molecular-level processes with macroscopic chemical behavior. Our work spans environmental remediation and pollutant destruction, planetary and prebiotic chemistry, astrochemical processes, and the chemistry of energetic fuels. Through this approach, ReDyCE aims to develop fundamental insights while enabling new strategies for addressing challenges in environmental sustainability, energy and planetary science.
Thermocatalytic Remediation of Persistent Pollutants
This research will explore high-temperature catalytic routes using customized microreactors to break down or transform persistent pollutants including fluorinated species with high global warming potential (e.g., PFAS) into benign or value-added products, aiming to uncover mechanisms that guide the design of efficient, sustainable catalysts for cleaner chemical processes.
(Exo-)Planetary Atmospheric Reactions & Astrochemistry
We will simulate planetary and exoplanetary atmospheres under photon- and discharge-driven conditions spanning low to moderate temperatures relevant to habitable worlds through gas-phase and emerging droplet-phase pathways. It seeks to uncover how simple molecules evolve into complex organics and hazes, bridging laboratory chemistry with astronomical observations and offering insights into prebiotic evolution and atmospheric signatures beyond Earth.
Combustion Chemistry of Energetic Fuels
This effort will explore how complex fuels release energy under extreme combustion conditions integrating high-temperature reactors, molecular beam diagnostics, and laser-assisted levitated droplet ignition, revealing fundamental reaction mechanisms to guide the design of cleaner, high-performance fuels for next-generation aerospace and energy applications.
👉OPENING: Seeking highly motivated Ph.D. candidates passionate about exploring interdisciplinary science at the intersection of chemistry, spectroscopy, reaction dynamics, and advanced instrumentation.
👉Postdoctoral researchers with individual fellowship opportunities (e.g., NPDF) are also welcome to develop and pursue independent research proposals in collaboration with the group.
Contact us
Dr. Souvick Biswas
Assistant Professor
School of Chemistry
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Thiruvananthapuram
Maruthamala PO, Vithura, Thiruvananthapuram - 695551, Kerala, India
email: souvick@iisertvm.ac.in
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