Assistant Professor, Jain University, India
Dr. Deepak R. Kasai is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Jain (Deemed-to-be University) with over a decade of experience in the field of Polymer Chemistry. He completed his M.Sc. in Chemistry and Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry, specializing in polysaccharide-based polymer blend films. He is highly engaged in research and has guided multiple research scholars. Dr. Kasai has been actively involved in various administrative roles, including his contributions to the accreditation process at Jain University. His work includes organizing national conferences, events, and serving as a reviewer for prestigious journals. 🌟📚
Publication Profile
Education:
Dr. Kasai holds a B.Sc. in Chemistry, Biology, and Zoology (CBZ) with distinction (79.63%) from Basavaprabhu Kore Arts, Science & Commerce College, Chikodi. He completed his M.Sc. in Chemistry (64%) at Karnatak University, Dharwad, and was awarded a Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry by Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri, on the topic of “Thermal, Mechanical and Spectroscopic Investigations on Polysaccharide-Based Polymer Blend Films.” 🎓🧑🔬
Experience:
With 9 years of teaching experience, Dr. Kasai has served as a guest faculty member at Basavprabhu Kore Arts, Science and Commerce College, Chikodi, Karnataka, India. He is currently an Assistant Professor at Jain University, where he contributes to research, curriculum development, and accreditation processes. Dr. Kasai has also supervised four research scholars and participated in numerous academic committees and review boards. 🏫👨🏫
Awards and Honors:
Dr. Kasai has earned several accolades throughout his career. Notably, he was awarded the Young Scientist Award for Best Oral Presentation at the 4th International Science Congress in 2014. In 2021, he was honored with the Best Researcher Award at the International Scientist Awards on Engineering Science and Medicine. Additionally, Dr. Kasai has played a significant role in organizing national-level conferences and events. 🏆🥇
Research Focus:
Dr. Kasai’s research focuses on Polymer Chemistry, Schiff Base Complexes, Nanomaterials, Nanocomposites, Natural Plant Extracts, Food Packaging, Biomaterials, Supercapacitors, and Genetics. His work spans across applications in sustainable materials, environmental solutions, and biomedical advancements, with a strong emphasis on food packaging and advanced nanocomposite materials. 🌱🔬
Conclusion:
Dr. Deepak R. Kasai continues to make significant contributions to the fields of Polymer Chemistry and Nanotechnology, through his teaching, research, and innovation. He remains dedicated to advancing science, guiding students and researchers, and improving industry applications with his ongoing projects and publications. 🌟🔍
Publications:
A Review on Hydrogels Classification and Recent Developments in Biomedical Applications (2022) – International Journal of Polymeric Materials and Polymeric Biomaterials
DOI: 10.1080/00914037.2022.2075872
Cited by: 10
Biodegradable Materials for Medicinal Applications (2022) – Materials Horizons: From Nature to Nanomaterials
DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-7483-9_11
Cited by: 5
Development and Evaluation of Moringa Extract-Incorporated Chitosan/Guar Gum/Poly(Vinyl Alcohol) Active Films for Food Packaging Applications (2022) – International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.12.116
Cited by: 8
Facile Fabrication of Novel Ceria-Based Nanocomposite (CYO-CSO) via Co-Precipitation: Electrochemical, Photocatalytic, and Antibacterial Performances (2022) – Journal of Molecular Structure
DOI: 10.1016/j.molstruc.2022.132519
Cited by: 3
Microbial Electrolysis Cell as a Diverse Technology: Overview of Prospective Applications, Advancements, and Challenges (2022) – Energies
DOI: 10.3390/en15072611
Cited by: 12