Prof. Bimlesh Lochab
Bio
Professor Bimlesh Lochab is a distinguished researcher and academically known for her pioneering work in sustainable and bio-based chemistry. She completed her D.Phil from the prestigious University of Oxford, where she delved deep into the intricacies of chemical reactions involving renewable resources. With a strong passion for addressing global environmental challenges, her research primarily revolves around developing innovative and eco-friendly chemical processes that utilize bio-based feedstocks.
Throughout her career, Professor Lochab has been at the forefront of the sustainable chemistry movement, advocating for greener alternatives in various industries. Her dedication to the cause has led her to collaborate with experts across the globe, contributing significantly to the advancements in sustainable technologies. Her research findings have been published in top-tier scientific journals, earning her recognition and respect in the academic community.
Beyond her contributions to research, Professor Lochab is a devoted educator, mentoring and inspiring the next generation of chemists at Shiv Nadar University in Dadri, where she holds a prominent position as a faculty member. Her passion for sustainable chemistry is evident in her teaching approach, inspiring her students to think critically and innovate towards a more sustainable future.
Professor Bimlesh Lochab's work serves as a guiding light for researchers and industries seeking to embrace sustainable practices and reduce their environmental impact. Her commitment to the development of bio-based chemistry solutions continues to make a significant and positive impact on the field, earning her accolades and recognition as a leading figure in the realm of sustainable chemistry.
Education
09/2002 – 05/2006
D.Phil. in Organic Chemistry, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
07/1999 – 12/200
M.Tech in Polymer Science and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, India.
07/1997 – 05/1999
M.Sc in Chemistry, First Class, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, India.
06/1994 – 05/1997
B.Sc in Chemistry (Hons.), First Class, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, India.
Teaching and Research Experience
07/21 – till date
Professor, (HoD since Sep 2022)
Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence, School of Natural Sciences, Dept. of Chemistry
07/19 – 08/22
Undergraduate Advisor
Shiv Nadar University, School of Natural Sciences, Dept. of Chemistry
07/18 – 06/21
Associate Professor,
Shiv Nadar University, School of Natural Sciences, Dept. of Chemistry
06/12 – 06/18
Assistant Professor,
Shiv Nadar University, School of Natural Sciences, Dept. of Chemistry
11/09 – 05/12
Assistant Professor,
Ramjas College, Delhi University
07/09 – 12/09
Guest Faculty, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT, Delhi)
07/08 – 12/08
Guest Faculty, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT, Delhi)
10/05 – 06/06
Retained Lecturer, Wadham College, University of Oxford
10/05 – 06/06
Tutorial fellow, Brasenose College, University of Oxford
10/05 – 06/06
Tutorial fellow, University College, University of Oxford
07/05 – 07/05
Teaching Assistant (Sutton Trust), Dyson Perrins Laboratory,
University of Oxford
10/04 – 12/04
Laboratory Demonstrator, Dyson Perrins Laboratory, University of Oxford
01/04 – 03/04
Teaching Assistant, University College, University of Oxford
10/03 – 12/03
Laboratory Demonstrator, Dyson Perrins Laboratory, University of Oxford
03/09 – 03/13
Project Investigator, Young Scientist Award (DST),
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT, Delhi) & Department of Science & Technology (DST)
Synthesis of polybenzoxazines derivatives for applications as binders in friction materials for brakepads
01/09 – 03/09
Assistant Manager, Seigwerk India Private Limited,
Management of Documentation and Research Centre, Patent
09/06 – 08/07
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Nottingham
Non-Covalent Assembly of Functional Nanostructures (Carbon nanotubes)
10/05 – 06/06
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Oxford
Materials for Electro-optic Applications
09/01 – 09/02
Research Assistant, Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, India.
Synthesis, Characterisation and Evaluation of Azido Polymers as Energetic Binders
05/00 - 06/00
Industrial Placement, Larsen and Toubro, Mumbai, India.
Evaluation of Thermal Analysis Systems.
04/00 - 05/00
Summer Training, Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, India
Modification of Polypropylene by Reactive Extrusion.
11/98 - 12/98
Winter Training, Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, India.
Kinetic Study using spectroscopic techniques