Akshay Kumar
Assistant Professor
Nanotechnology
Guru Nanak Dev University
India
Biography
2007–2011 Ph.D. in Materials Science Thapar University, Patiala. Preparation and Characterization of Tungsten Carbide Micro/Nano Composites 2003–2005 M.Sc. in Applied Physics Punjabi University, Patiala. Specialization: Material Science 2000-2003 B.Sc. in Non-Medical D.A.V. College, Kangra (HPU). Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
Research Interest
Basic idea is to synthesize new materials by green synthesis for different applications. I am working on the synthesis and characterization of boron based compounds for their applications in cancer treatment by targeted drug delivery and boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT). The project is in association with Babha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) and Central Scientific Instrumentation Organization (CSIO) Chandigarh. I am also working on the materials for chemical gas sensors and for solar cell application