Publications

Our research lies at the interface of chemical engineering, materials science, and nanotechnology, with a focus on understanding and designing materials at the nanoscale for energy, environmental, and biomedical applications. We research integrates experimental investigation, theoretical modeling, and computational simulation to address challenges in material development and process optimization.

Research Highlights

• Developed controlled synthesis routes for iron oxide nanoparticles with tunable morphology and surface functionality (Patent Filed – 2019).

• Established mechanistic models for nanoparticle formation under varying thermal and solvent conditions.

• Advanced nano-catalyst design for hydrogen production and electrochemical applications.

• Engineered nanocarriers for targeted cancer therapy, improving cellular internalization and drug release efficiency.

• Integrated computational and experimental approaches to study colloidal behavior and nanoparticle–biological interactions.

2026

28. Comparative Experimental Study of Natural Non-Toxic Solvents for Sustainable Gallic Acid Separation
K.L.W. Anuj Khekde, Ashwini S. Thakre, C. Ravikumar, D. Z. Shende,  Hungarian Journal of Industry and Chemistry (2026)

27. Fulvestrant Analogue Identification for Estrogen Binding Inhibition: MD and Docking Study
Balpande et al., C. Ravikumar,  Steroids (2026)

26. Graphene–Silver Hybrid Nanoparticles Embedded Phase-Change Materials for Li-ion Battery Thermal Management
Akshay B. et al., C. Ravikumar,  Journal of Energy Storage (2026)

2025

25. TiO2 nanoparticles enhanced formalin fixative to reduce formaldehyde evaporation and mitigate its harmful effects: A safer and novel method of tissue fixation in medical
Monali Hiwarkar, Sonali Tajane, O. K. Taywade, N. Puri, C. Ravikumar,  Indian Patent 202511040970 A (2025)

24. Reactive Separation of Nicotinic Acid Using Tri-n-Butyl Phosphate in Ethyl Acetate
V. Kolhatkar, A. Thakare, J. Ekhe, D. Shende, C. Ravikumar,  Sustainable Chemical Engineering (2025)

2024

23. Evaluation of Tamoxifen Analogues as Estrogen Receptor-α Inhibitors for Breast Cancer Treatment: A Computational Study
Dashputra et al., C. Ravikumar,  Journal of Molecular Liquids 414, 126209 (2024) DOI

22. Tuning the Morphology of Heterostructured Pd/Magnetite Nanoparticles for Enhanced Catalytic Electro-Oxidation of Formic Acid
Prashil N., Manwar A., Wasewar K., Sarker D., C. Ravikumar,  Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research 63, 20099–20112 (2024) DOI

2023

21. Unveiling the Formation Mechanism of Polydisperse Iron Oxide Nanoparticles in Coprecipitation Route
C. Ravikumar,  Journal of Crystal Growth 624, 127419 (2023) DOI

20. Mechanism of Nanoparticle Formation in Liquid-Phase Thermal Decomposition
A. Y. Singapati, C. Ravikumar,  Langmuir 39, 9325–9342 (2023) DOI

19. A thermodynamic model to predict the minimum energy required for engulfment of linearly aggregated spherical nanoparticles by tubular vesicles
U. Patil, C. Ravikumar,  Materialia 27, 101663 (2023) DOI

18. Influence of the Molecular Weight of Poly (Ethylene Glycol) on the Aqueous Dispersion State of Magnetic Nanoparticles: Experiments and Monte Carlo Simulation
Singapati et al., C. Ravikumar,  Journal of Cluster Science 34, 1975–1987 (2023) DOI

17. Pteroyl-γ-l-glutamate/Pluronic® F68 modified polymeric micelles loaded with docetaxel for targeted delivery and reduced toxicity
Rarokar et al., C. Ravikumar,  Journal of Molecular Liquids 369, 120842 (2023) DOI

2022

16. Integrated computational approach towards identification of HSPG and ACE2 mimicking moieties for SARS-CoV-2 inhibition
Sreekumar et al., C. Ravikumar,  Journal of Molecular Liquids 367, 120566 (2022) DOI

15. Influence of Solvents, Reaction Temperature and Aging Time on the Morphology of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles
P. K. Narnaware, C. Ravikumar,  Inorganic and Nano-Metal Chemistry 52, 922–936 (2022) DOI

2021

14. Meloxicam encapsulated nanostructured colloidal self-assembly for evaluating antitumor and anti-inflammatory efficacy in 3D printed scaffolds
Rarokar et al., C. Ravikumar,  Journal of Biomedical Materials Research A 109, 1441–1456 (2021) DOI

2020

13. Mechanistic Insights into the Formation and Growth of Anisotropic- Shaped Wüstite−Spinel Core−Shell Iron Oxide Nanoparticles in a Coordinating Solvent
P. K. Narnaware, C. Ravikumar,  J. Phys. Chem. C 124, 25010–25027 (2020) DOI

2019

12. A Method of Preparing Iron Oxide Nanoparticles of Controlled Shapes and Tunable Size (Patent)
Indian Patent App. 201921036489 (2019)

2017

11. Microwave assisted fast pyrolysis of corn cob, corn stover, saw dust and rice straw: Experimental investigation on bio-oil yield and high heating values
C.Ravikumar et al.,  Sustainable Materials & Technologies 11, 19–27 (2017) DOI

10. Prediction and interpretation of adsorption parameters for the sequestration of methylene blue dye from aqueous solution using microwave assisted corncob activated carbon
Tharaneedhar et al., C. Ravikumar,  Sustainable Materials & Technologies 11, 01–11 (2017) DOI

9. Computation of adsorption parameters for the removal of dye from wastewater by microwave assisted sawdust: Theoretical and experimental analysis
Suganya et al., C. Ravikumar,  Environmental Toxicology & Pharmacology 50, 45–57 (2017) DOI

8. Optimization of adsorptive removal of α-toluic acid by CaO2 nanoparticles using response surface methodology
Madan, Wasewar, C. Ravikumar,  Resource-Efficient Technologies 3, 329–336 (2017) DOI

2016

7. Adsorption Kinetics, Thermodynamics & Equilibrium of α-Toluic Acid on CaO₂ Nanoparticles
Madan, Wasewar, C. Ravikumar,  Advanced Powder Technology 27, 2112–2120 (2016) DOI

2012

6. Aggregation of dextran coated magnetic nanoparticles in aqueous medium: Experiments and Monte Carlo simulation
C. Ravikumar, S. Kumar, R. Bandyopadhyaya,  Colloids and Surfaces A 403, 1–6 (2012) DOI

2011

5. Mechanistic study on magnetite nanoparticle formation by thermal decomposition and coprecipitation routes
C. Ravikumar, R. Bandyopadhyaya,  J. Phys. Chem. C 115, 1380–1387 (2011) DOI

2010

4. State of dispersion of magnetic nanoparticles in an aqueous medium: experiments and Monte Carlo simulation
S. Kumar, C. Ravikumar, R. Bandyopadhyaya,  Langmuir 26, 18320–18330 (2010) DOI

3. Formation of nanoparticles of water-soluble molecules: Experiments and mechanism
C. Ravikumar, S. K. Singh, R. Bandyopadhyaya,  J. Phys. Chem. C 114, 8806–8813 (2010) DOI

2007

2. CdS− ZnS core− shell nanoparticle formation: Experiment, mechanism, and simulation
Ethayaraja M., Ravikumar C., Muthukumaran D., Dutta K., Bandyopadhyaya R.,  J. Phys. Chem. C 111, 3246–3252 (2007) DOI

1. Discrete–Continuous Hybrid Simulation of Monodisperse Nanoparticle Formation
C. Ravikumar, M. Ethayaraja, R. Bandyopadhyaya,  Int. J. Chemical Sciences 5, 1764–1774 (2007) DOI