Group News
Congrates to Debdas for his promotion to Professor in Chemistry (w.e.f. January 2025)
Cognates to Raktim for his paper published in Communications Chemistry (Nature Portfolio)
Congrates to Debdas for successfully concluded international conference, iP3-2026 (Organizer & Chair)
Congrates to Raktim for his postdoctoral research at Solid State & Structural Chemistry Unit (SSU), IISc Bangalore, India
Congrates to Manoj for his paper published in the Journal of Physical Chemistry C
Congrates to Harshini for her first research article
Congrats to Raktim for his postdoctoral position at the department of Solid State and Structural Chemistry, IISc Bangalore, India
Congrates to Debdas for his new role as Associate Head of the Department
Congrats to Raktim for his successful thesis defense
Latest Publications
Chem. Commun., 2025, 61, 9674-9677.
About us
Ray’s research group specializes in modular organic donor-acceptor conjugate acid-base pairs. Their work advances the development of triplet energy harvesting and adaptive materials for applications in OLEDs, sensitizers, data security, and sensors. The group employs synthetic organic chemistry, advanced spectroscopic tools, and quantum studies to achieve their goals.
A key area of focus for Ray’s team is engineering: a) short- and long-lived triplet state b) Triplet-harnessing Macrocycle, c) Triplet-harnessing MOF, d) Triplet-harnessing Photoswitches, and e) effective transition dipole moments for
Visible-Light Single- and Two-Photon Photocatalysis, and f) aggregation-Induced excitonic coupling for carrier cooling, Two-Photon Absorption, and Photon Upconversion. This research are paving the way for significant advancements in materials chemistry.
Using a supramolecular approach, the team is exploring triplet-active 3D-cages. These systems show great promise for applications in sensing, as well as in sensitizer and photocatalysis technologies. This research represents a significant step forward in the field of advanced materials science.
The group is also developing visible-light-absorbing photocatalytic systems. These systems are designed to harness triplet energy effectively, expanding the potential for sustainable energy solutions.
OPEN POSITION
Ph.D.: The group is looking for motivated candidates with an organic/physical chemistry background. Interested candidates can contact us with their CV.
Postdoc: The group encourages motivated candidates to apply for postdoctoral positions with NPDF/other fellowships. Interested candidates can directly contact us.
Project/Internship: The group encourages motivated UG/PG students to apply for project/internship positions.
Highlights
Single Volume (2024)
