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Dr. Debosmita Banerjee
Assistant Professor (Senior Scale), Department of Physics, Cluster of Applied Science, School of Advanced Engineering, UPES
Profile Summary
Dr. Debosmita Banerjee is an accomplished materials scientist and electrochemist specializing in flexible energy storage devices, photocatalysis, and advanced materials engineering. She obtained her Ph.D. from Shiv Nadar University and brings a strong foundation in cutting-edge research, hands-on laboratory expertise, and a commitment to mentoring future researchers. Her research trajectory reflects innovation at the intersection of materials science and sustainability.
Her scientific contributions include 18 peer-reviewed publications with over 550 citations and an h-index of 13, highlighting her dedication to advancing functional materials and electrochemistry. Her work directly addresses key challenges in renewable energy storage and environmental remediation, positioning her research at the forefront of contemporary materials innovation.
Work Experience
Dr. Banerjee brings over six years of research and teaching experience across leading academic institutions. She most recently served as Research Associate at Shiv Nadar University’s Nanocarbon and Sensor Laboratory, where she led projects on advanced carbon-metal oxide hybrids and two-dimensional material synthesis.
She also completed a Visiting Research Scholar position at Gdansk University of Technology, Poland, gaining expertise in laser-induced graphene microfabrication and supercapacitive device engineering. During her Ph.D., she developed innovative nanostructured hybrid electrode materials and explored their electrochemical performance through advanced characterization techniques.
Additionally, she has served as Graduate Teaching Assistant at Shiv Nadar University and Lecturer of Physics at ABS Academy of Polytechnic, West Bengal.
Research Interests
Electrochemical Energy Storage (Supercapacitors and Batteries), Analytical Electrochemistry, Electrochemical Sensing, Heterogeneous Catalysis, Micro/Nanofabrication, Diamond and Carbon Nanostructures, Laser-Induced Graphene, Metal Oxide Thin Films.
Teaching Philosophy
Dr. Banerjee believes in building strong conceptual foundations through a blend of problem-solving, practical demonstrations, and research-oriented learning. She emphasizes connecting physics concepts with real-world applications in materials science and energy technologies.
Her classroom environment encourages curiosity, hands-on experimentation, and critical thinking. She strives to nurture scientific temperament and independent inquiry in students, ensuring they develop confidence in both theoretical understanding and laboratory skills.
Courses Taught
Physics I (Mechanics & Waves), Physics II (Electricity & Magnetism), Physics for Computer Engineers, Basic Physics Laboratory, Semiconductor Physics, Material Science, Engineering Physics, and bridge/minor courses in Physics. She has also mentored undergraduate laboratory sessions and guided students in electrochemistry-based research projects.
Awards and Grants
Best Oral Presentation Award – International Conference on Current Trends in Materials Science and Engineering (CTMSE 2018), S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata.
PROM Fellowship – Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA), Gdansk University of Technology, Poland, for advanced research in laser-induced graphene microfabrication and supercapacitor engineering.
DST-SERB School Selection – Advanced Functional Materials at Nano and Atomic Scale, IIT Goa (2020).
Scholarly Activities
Dr. Banerjee is an active scholar with a strong publication record and continued engagement in the scientific community. She has authored or co-authored 18 peer-reviewed journal articles in prestigious journals including Electrochimica Acta, Nanoscale, The Journal of Physical Chemistry C, Applied Physics Letters, ACS Applied Nanomaterials, and Journal of Materials Chemistry A. These works have collectively received over 550 citations.
She regularly participates in international conferences such as CTMSE 2018, ICAM-2019, FIMTA 2020–2021, and PHYSICHEM-2021. Her scholarly profile is maintained through Google Scholar and ORCID, ensuring accessibility and visibility of her research contributions.