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Department of Chemistry

Campus
Goa Campus
Department Contact Details
Contact Name
Prof. P. Bhavana
Designation
Head Of Department of Chemistry
Phone
+91-832- 2580156
Fax
832 2557033
Email
pbhavana@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in
Address
BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus, NH-17B, Zuarinagar, Goa-403726
Department E-mail

Department Summary

Established in July 2004, the Department of Chemistry at BITS, Pilani -KK Birla Goa Campus has marked its presence in Academia within India and abroad. The department is focused in both teaching and high-quality research (basic and multidisciplinary) in the frontier areas of chemistry and its interface with allied disciplines. Our mission and vision is to excel in teaching, innovative research and academia-industry collaboration and to propagate the same to become a leader in the field of chemistry and allied interdisciplinary domains. The department offers core courses in Chemistry for Undergraduate B.E. students of engineering. In addition, it offers 4 Yr Integrated 1st Deg Program (M.Sc. Chemistry) and Ph.D. program. The thrust areas of research includes water & environment, nanomaterials and nanotechnology, organic synthesis, physical chemistry, computational chemistry, biophysical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, bio-inorganic chemistry and medicinal chemistry. The department is well equipped with state-of-the-art research facilities, library resources (e-journals) and has established collaborations with various national and international laboratories. We aim to produce professionals and innovative leaders to meet needs of academia, industry and government through outcome-based education.

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Message from Head of Department (HOD)

I am delighted to share insights into the Department of Chemistry at BITS, Pilani - KK Birla Goa Campus. Established in July 2004, our department is committed to fostering academic excellence and driving innovation in both teaching and cutting-edge research. Our vision is to cultivate an environment that nurtures innovative research, academic-industry collaboration, and the development of future leaders across diverse chemical and allied interdisciplinary domains. We invite you to explore the exciting opportunities within our department and join us in our pursuit of knowledge and discovery.

Department Responsibilities

The Department of Chemistry is responsible for providing core courses in Chemistry for Undergraduate B.E. students of engineering, and it also offers a 4-year Integrated 1st Degree Program (M.Sc. Chemistry) and Ph.D. program. The department is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, innovative research, and academic-industry collaboration.

Academic Programs Offered

Research & Innovation

Preferred Research Areas

The department's primary research interests lie in the thrust areas of environmental and nanomaterials chemistry, nanobiotechnology, organic synthesis, physical chemistry, computational chemistry, biophysical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, bio-inorganic chemistry, and medicinal chemistry.

Ongoing Research Projects

Our faculty and research scholars are actively engaged in a diverse portfolio of research projects aligned with our preferred thrust areas. These projects aim to address contemporary challenges in chemical sciences and contribute significantly to both fundamental understanding and applied innovations. Further details on individual projects are available upon request or on our dedicated research pages.

Research Scholars

The Department of Chemistry is proud to host a vibrant community of research scholars pursuing their Ph.D. under the guidance of our experienced faculty. These scholars contribute significantly to our research output and are an integral part of our innovative ecosystem. Information regarding our current research scholars and their areas of study can be found on our research portal.

Patents & Innovations

The Department of Chemistry fosters an environment that encourages innovative thinking and the translation of research into tangible outcomes. While specific patent details are not listed here, our faculty and research teams are actively involved in developing novel solutions and technologies that hold potential for intellectual property creation and societal impact.

Publications & Journals

Our faculty and research teams are prolific in their contributions to scientific literature, regularly publishing their findings in peer-reviewed national and international journals of repute. These publications reflect the depth and breadth of our research activities and our commitment to disseminating new knowledge. A comprehensive list of our publications can be found on our research or faculty profiles pages.

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