Research interest & List of Publications of the Departmental Teachers

1] Dr. Jishnunil Chakraborty, Associate Professor

Research interest: Supramolecular Chemistry, Coordination Polymers, Noncovalent Interactions, Computational Chemistry, Density Functional Theory (DFT)

List of Publications (since 2020):

1. Coordination polymer of a tetranuclear copper(II) complex: structural characterization, computational investigation and spectral study

     Jishnunil Chakraborty

     Journal of Chemical Sciences (2021) 133:111

     DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12039-021-01966-7

2. An account of noncovalent interactions in homoleptic palladium(II) and platinum(II) complexes within the DFT framework: A correlation between geometries, energy components of symmetry-adapted perturbation theory and NCI descriptors

     Jishnunil Chakraborty

     Heliyon (2022) 8 e11408

     DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e11408

3. Noncovalent and covalent O−H···O interactions in PPh₃O cocrystals: A correlation study involving QTAIM, SAPT, NBO, and IBSI methods

    Suphal Sen, Ankita Sinha, Suparna Banerjee, Snehasish Debnath, Aniruddha Ghosh, Jishnunil Chakraborty*, Jaydip Gangopadhyay*

     ACS Omega (2024) 9 22476

    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acsomega.4c02658

1] Dr. Biswajit Pal, Associate Professor

A. Research Interests: 

• Metal ion assisted electron transfer reaction in micellar media. 
• Premicellar and micellar catalyzed reaction kinetics.
• Atmospheric / Environmental Chemistry 
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry 

B. Editorship of Journal & Periodical (2020-2025):

1. “Honorary Editor” of “Journal of the Institution of Chemists (India)” (April 2014-March 2023).

2. “Honorary Editor” of the Periodical “Education in Chemical Science & Technology” published by Indian Chemical Society (2017-2022). 

 C. Chairperson / Adjudicator in International & National Conferences (2020-2025):

1. Acted as an “Adjudicator” in the International Research Scholars’ Meet at the Celebration of the 99^th Foundation Day of the Indian Chemical Society jointly organized by the Indian Chemical Society and the Department of Chemistry, University of Calcutta, Kolkata, India on 9^th May, 2022.

2. Acted as a “Chairperson” in the International Seminar on Advance Research in Molecular & Material Science (ARM2S-2022) jointly organized by Dept of Chemistry, Sitananda College  Dept. of Chemistry Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, Sikkim, India in association with Indian Chemical Society, Kolkata, India on 1^st  & 2^nd March, 2022. 

3. Acted as a “Judge” for the Students Competition Session in the Celebration of the National Science Day 2022 organized  by the Indian Chemical Society, Kolkata, India on 28^th February, 2022.

4. Acted as a “Chairperson” in the Invited Lecture Session of the Physical Chemistry Section of the 58^th Annual Convention of Chemists (ACC-2021) & International Conference on “Recent Trends in Chemical Sciences (RTCS- 2021)” organized by Indian Chemical Society, Kolkata, India during December 21-24, 2021.

5. Acted as an “Adjudicator” for the Students’ Competition Session in the International Seminar on “Recent Advances in Chemistry & Material Sciences 2021” organized by Indian Chemical Society, Kolkata, India during August 01-08, 2021.

6. Acted as a “Judge” for the Students Competition Session in the Celebration of the 98^th Foundation Day of the Indian Chemical Society, Kolkata, India on 9^th May, 2021.

7. Acted as an “Adjudicator” for the Students Competition Session in the Celebration of the National Science Day 2021 organized by the Indian Chemical Society, Kolkata in Association with Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India on 28^th February & 1^st March, 2021.

8. Acted as a “Chairperson” in the 57^th Annual Convention of Chemists 2020 & International Conference on “Recent Trends in Chemical Sciences (RTCS 2020)” jointlyorganized by IIT Mumbai, Mumbai, India and Indian Chemical Society, Kolkata, India during December 26-29, 2020. 

9. Acted as an “Adjudicator” in the International Seminar on “Recent Advances in Chemistry & Material Sciences 2020” organized by Indian Chemical Society in collaboration with American Chemical Society (Indian International Chapter) in August 2020. 

D. Ph.D. Thesis Guidance (2020-2025): 

E. Research Publications (2020-2025):

1.  Dye-surfactant interactionin aqueous premicellar and micellar environments in the alkaline fading of di-positive methyl green carbocation.

     D. C. Ghosh, P. K. Sen^* and Biswajit Pal^*, Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects (Elsevier), 2023, 666, 131300. DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.colsurfa.2023.131300

2.  Evidence of formation of dye-surfactant ion pair micelle in the anionic surfactant mediated alkaline fading of methyl violet carbocation.

     D. C. Ghosh, P. K. Sen^* and Biswajit Pal^*, International Journal of Chemical Kinetics (Wiley),2021, 53(3), 1228-1238. DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1002/kin.21528

 3.  Influence of anions and micelle and submicellar aggregates on thealkaline hydrolysis of malachite green: tensiometric, spectrophotometric, and kinetic investigations.

      D. C. Ghosh, P. K. Sen^* and Biswajit Pal^*, The Journal of Physical Chemistry B (American Chemical Society), 2020, 124, 2048-2059. DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jpcb.9b11936

F. Invited Lecture Delivered (2020-2025): 

1. Delivered an “Invited Lecture” in the 60^th Annual Convention of Chemists (ACC-2023, Centennial Jubilee celebration of ICS) on “Net Zero Goal & Sustainability: Role of Chemical Sciences in Green Energy, Circular Economy and Prosperity of India” held at IIT Delhi, New Delhi on 20^th and 21^st December, 2023.

2. Delivered an “Invited Lecture” in the 108th Indian Science Congress (International Conference) held at R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India during January 3-7, 2023.

Facilities (Department of Chemistry)

For Students:

1. Well-Equipped laboratories: Three-well equipped as well as well-maintained laboratories one each for organic, inorganic & physical sections with uninterrupted gas facility, filtering device, etc.
2. Safety device: The laboratories are equipped with safety devices, such as, fume chamber with high suction pressure, high speed water jet (to tackle chemical spillage).  Chemical wastes produced during laboratory practices are disposed following the standard protocol as prescribed by the college authority.
3. Distilled water plant: Highly purified water is produced that can be used for various applications, including laboratory use. 
4. Library Facilities: Access to a well-stocked Central as well as Departmental library with a diverse collection of books.
5. Instruments: The departmental laboratory is equipped with the following instruments.
   1. UV-VIS spectrophotometer with chiller
   2. Visible spectrophotometer
   3. pH meter (3 such)
   4. Polarimeter (3 such]
   5. Mettler balance (3 such)
   6. Conductivity bridge (3 such)
   7. Potentiometer (3 such)
   8. Tensiometer 
   9. Refrigerator 
   10. Microwave oven 
6. Computer Labs: Fully equipped computer labs with 10 computers.
7. Wi-Fi Connectivity: Campus-wide Wi-Fi connectivity to enable students to access online resources, e-learning platforms, and educational websites.
8. Academic Counselling: Guidance and counselling services to help students with academic planning, course selection, career guidance, and personal development.
9. Student Support Services: Support services such as scholarships, financial aid, etc., to ensure that students from diverse backgrounds have equal opportunities for education. There are opportunities to attend workshops, seminars, conferences, inter-college competition, such as quiz competition, poster presentation, etc.
10. Extracurricular Activities: Opportunities for participating in extracurricular activities such as sports, cultural events, departmental picnic, and alumni meet to foster holistic development and social interaction.

With these facilities, Department of Chemistry, St. Paul's C. M. College, creates an enriching academic environment that supports the growth and success of students.