Sanchari Swarupa (Start July 2021) completed a Bachelor's (BSc.) in Chemistry from Calcutta University (Lady Brabourne College) and a Master's (MSc.) in Biochemistry from Savitribai Phule Pune University. She has qualified for GATE (2020, 2021), DBT (LS) (2020), and JGEEBILS (2021) and received the CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (NCL) Fellowship (2018-19) for merit in the National Level Chemistry Entrance Examination jointly conducted by CSIR-NCL and Department of Chemistry, SPPU. Apart from spending time in the lab, she loves to go on walks on campus, devour books, and sip some late-night caffeine.
Research Interests: Biopolymers and Hydrogels
Contact: sanchariswarupa@iitgn.ac.in
Manasi Esther Jinugu (Start July 2022) completed her Bachelor's (B.Tech.) in Chemical Engineering from Andhra University College Of Engineering (A), Andhra University. Being a meritorious student in B.Tech, she joined the Start Early PhD program of IIT Gandhinagar. In her free time, she loves cooking or going on impromptu walks on river banks, beaches, and parks, exploring and experiencing nature's beauty.
Research Interests: Polymer films, Interfaces, Coatings
Contact: jinugumanasi@iitgn.ac.in
Deepjyoti Debnath (Start December 2025) completed his Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from Assam Science and Technology University and his Master’s degree in Pharmaceutics (M.Pharm) from Dibrugarh University, Assam. He qualified GPAT in 2023. Apart from academic work, he enjoys playing cricket, spending time on mobile games, and relaxing with casual activities.
Research Interest: Bio-polymeric hydrogels
Contact: deepjyoti.debnath@iitgn.ac.in
Adarsh Kumar Jaiswal (Start July 2025) completed his B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from Dr. AITH Kanpur, affiliated with Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (Lucknow). Along with his studies, he has actively participated in technical and cultural activities, demonstrating strong teamwork and leadership skills.
Research Interests: Hydrogels, their rheological behavior, and their applications in 3D printing and environmental remediation.
Contact:- adarsh@iitgn.ac.in
Akshay Mistry (start July 2025) completed a Bachelor's of engineering in chemical engineering from Dharmsinh Desai University.He brings two year of industrial experience as an Assistant Manager in Production at Atul Ltd, where he was involved in process operations and production management.He is currently working on drug encapsulation in emulsion gel. In his free time, he enjoys watching movies and playing badminton helping him stay refreshed and creative.
Research Interests: emulsion gel
Contact: akshay.mistry@iitgn.ac.in
Sankalp Prajapati (start July 2025) completed a Bachelor's of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from Gujarat Technological University (Vishwakarma Government Engineering College, Chandkheda). He is currently working on the development of biodegradable films aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting environmentally friendly materials. In his free time, he enjoys playing video games and going for walks, which helps him to stay balanced and creative.
Research intrests : Biodegradable films and materials
Contact: sankalp.prajapati@iitgn.ac.in