Welcome to S.M.A.R.T. Lab

 

 About Us:

The Sustainable Materials & Advanced Reaction Technologies (S.M.A.R.T.) Lab at CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL) focuses on innovative research in the areas of sustainable materials and advanced reaction technologies, including continuous flow synthesis. The lab aims to develop eco-friendly and efficient chemical processes and materials, contributing to sustainable development goals.

Running Projects:

 CSIR funded Projects

  • Continuous synthesis of sustainable aviation fuel, jet fuel additives from platform molecules (BTX) 

  • Continuous synthesis of benzophenone and diphenylmethane by acylation

  • Biomass derived additive for improving coal cake strength at lower moisture levels

  • Technocommercial feasibility of DME synthesis from methanol

  • Design of 25 kg/day pilot plant for catalytic pyrolysis of methane and Value addition for spect carbon catalyst

  • Biomass derived value added products for different applications

  • Predictive model for optimal sequence of CSTR

Industry Sponsored Projects      

  • Synthesis of organic molecules for flow Batteries: Development of synthesis route and Process Development

  • Development of synthesis route and process development for the synthesis of dronedarone [Funding agency: RGSTC]

  • Continuous synthesis of super absorbent polymer and its application in metallurgical industries (Funding agency: ABHITECH Energycon)

  • Development of various additives in steel industry (Funding agency: ABHITECH Energycon)

  • Advise on various additives for coke making, sinter and iron making [Funding source: Abhitech Energycon]

  •  Continuous aromatic nitration of platform molecules [Funding source: NCL-CPI Consortium]

  • Development of Carbon Molecular Sieves for efficient separation of gases in PSA

  •  Aspen simulations for carbon capture technologies

  •  Continuous synthesis of n-octylglycine

  •  Separation of naphthalene from BTX distillation residue

  • Continuous synthesis of iron-based adsorbents for biogas purification

  Research Opportunities:

The S.M.A.R.T. Lab at CSIR-NCL offers a dynamic and innovative environment for researchers passionate about sustainable chemistry and continuous manufacturing technologies. If you meet the qualifications and have a keen interest in these areas, this could be a fantastic opportunity to advance your career and contribute to significant scientific advancements.

   Contact Us:  S.M.A.R.T. Lab, PP-III building, Chemical Engineering & Process Development Division,    CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory, Pune, India.  +91 20 2590 2016        sk.sriramoju.ncl@csir.res.in