Awards and Recognition
Dr. Arumugam’s contributions have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Max-Planck-Society Scholarship, Hindustan Platinum Award, Sistla-Kameswari Young Scientist Gold Medal Award, and the Tamilnadu Scientist Award (TANSA) in Chemical Sciences. His research excellence has also been honored with the Certificate of Research Excellence from Anna University and the Best Academician Award in 2019. Furthermore, his leadership skills were enhanced through the LEAP program sponsored by the MHRD, Government of India.
Global Collaborations and Innovations
Dr. Arumugam’s research has had a significant global impact, with collaborations in the USA, Germany, Brazil, and beyond. His work on the DARPA Jet-Fuel project with the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, exemplifies his contribution to sustainable energy solutions. Additionally, his research at the Fiocruz Foundation in Brazil further underscores his international influence in nanotechnology.
Conclusion
Dr. Pandurangan Arumugam’s illustrious career, marked by groundbreaking research, numerous publications, international collaborations, and recognition through prestigious awards, makes him a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Excellence in Research award. His work has had a profound impact on the fields of catalysis, nanotechnology, and energy, contributing significantly to both academic knowledge and practical applications. Dr. Arumugam’s dedication to research and education, coupled with his global collaborations, underscores his commitment to advancing science and technology on a worldwide scale.
Publications Top Notes
Synthesis and characterization of boron doped graphene nanosheets for supercapacitor applications
Authors: V. Thirumal, A. Pandurangan, R. Jayavel, R. Ilangovan
Journal: Synthetic Metals
Year: 2016
Citations: 190
Heteropolyacid (H3PW12O40) supported MCM-41: An efficient solid acid catalyst for the green synthesis of xanthenedione derivatives
Authors: G. Karthikeyan, A. Pandurangan
Journal: Journal of Molecular Catalysis A: Chemical
Year: 2009
Citations: 174
A highly efficient catalyst for the esterification of acetic acid using n-butyl alcohol
Authors: B.R. Jermy, A. Pandurangan
Journal: Journal of Molecular Catalysis A: Chemical
Year: 2005
Citations: 145
Synthesis and characterization of Mn–MCM-41and Zr–Mn-MCM-41
Authors: M. Selvaraj, P.K. Sinha, K. Lee, I. Ahn, A. Pandurangan, T.G. Lee
Journal: Microporous and Mesoporous Materials
Year: 2005
Citations: 138
Synthesis, characterization and catalytic application of MCM-41 mesoporous molecular sieves containing Zn and Al
Authors: M. Selvaraj, A. Pandurangan, K.S. Seshadri, P.K. Sinha, K.B. Lal
Journal: Applied Catalysis A: General
Year: 2003
Citations: 131
H3PW12O40 supported on MCM-41 molecular sieves: An effective catalyst for acetal formation
Authors: B.R. Jermy, A. Pandurangan
Journal: Applied Catalysis A: General
Year: 2005
Citations: 126
Synthesis, structural and optical properties of PVP encapsulated CdS nanoparticles
Authors: L. Saravanan, S. Diwakar, R. Mohankumar, A. Pandurangan, R. Jayavel
Journal: Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology
Year: 2011
Citations: 123
Hydroprocessing of sunflower oil–gas oil blends over sulfided Ni–Mo–Al–zeolite beta composites
Authors: T.M. Sankaranarayanan, M. Banu, A. Pandurangan, S. Sivasanker
Journal: Bioresource Technology
Year: 2011
Citations: 123
Effect of bi-functional hierarchical flower-like CoS nanostructure on its interfacial charge transport kinetics, magnetic and electrochemical behaviors for supercapacitor and …
Authors: K. Ashok Kumar, A. Pandurangan, S. Arumugam, M. Sathiskumar
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2019
Citations: 116
Catalytic application of Al-MCM-41 in the esterification of acetic acid with various alcohols
Authors: B.R. Jermy, A. Pandurangan
Journal: Applied Catalysis A: General
Year: 2005
Citations: 114