Priyanka Ganguly

Dr. Priyanka Ganguly is a Lecturer in Analytical Chemistry at the School of Human Sciences, London Metropolitan University. Her career includes a PhD in Nanotechnology from IT Sligo (2021) and postdoctoral research at the University of Glasgow as a Marie Curie researcher. She holds the 2020 Institute of Chemistry of Ireland Postgraduate Award and the 2022 Kathleen Longsdale Chemistry RIA Prize. Her research focuses on nanomaterials synthesis for energy and environmental applications, including photocatalysts for water purification, supercapacitors, and electrochemical sensors.

Education:

• PhD in Nanotechnology, IT Sligo, Ireland (2021)
• Integrated M.Tech in Nanotechnology, Central University of Jharkhand (2016)

Research Interests: Development of nanomaterials for energy storage (e.g., supercapacitors), environmental remediation (photocatalytic degradation of pollutants), and advanced sensor technologies. She emphasizes practical applications in industry and research environments, including biodegradable sensors and sustainable materials.

Publications: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Materials Today Energy and ACS Applied Bio Materials, with a focus on photocatalytic systems and nanocomposite design. Recent work explores hydrogen production, humidity sensors, and solar-driven water purification technologies.

Awards:

• Institute of Chemistry of Ireland Postgraduate Award (2020)
• Kathleen Longsdale Chemistry RIA Prize (2022)