Naba Dutta

Professor Naba Dutta is a faculty member at the School of Engineering, RMIT University, specializing in materials engineering and nanotechnology. His research focuses on biomimetic polymers, sustainable composites, and functional materials for energy and biomedical applications. He leads projects in additive manufacturing, corrosion-resistant coatings, and advanced membranes for water treatment. His work bridges interdisciplinary engineering with applications in renewable energy and environmental sustainability.

Research Interests: Professor Dutta's expertise spans chemical, biomedical, and materials engineering. He investigates bioinspired polymers, electrocatalysts, and nanocomposite materials for energy storage, corrosion control, and tissue engineering. Recent projects include developing graphene-based inks for 3D printing, antimicrobial membranes, and recyclable bioplastics from agricultural waste.

Publications Trends: His work emphasizes sustainable materials innovation, with contributions to polymer composites, nanomaterials for energy systems, and smart hydrogels for drug delivery. Key themes include interfacial engineering, additive manufacturing, and circular economy solutions for plastic waste.

Supervision Projects: He oversees research on antimicrobial peptides, hydrogel nanocomposites, and 2D material engineering for advanced manufacturing. Projects also include corrosion-resistant coatings for magnesium alloys and biodegradable PBAT/PLA composites.