Rajendar Goreti

Rajendar Goreti is an Associate Professor at the School of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Trivandrum (IISER-TVM). His research focuses on asymmetric total synthesis of natural products, development of synthetic methodologies, and organo-catalysis.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry (2005-2012) under Dr. J. S. Yadav at the Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad
• M.Sc. in Chemistry from University College, Kakatiya University, Warangal (2002-2004)
• B.Sc. in Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics from Osmania University (1999-2002)

His research group at IISER-TVM explores asymmetric catalysis, ligand design, and chemical synthesis applications. The lab specializes in multistep synthesis of natural products, methodology development, and organo-catalysis. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in:

• Structural revision of bioactive terpenoids
• Advanced isocoumarin synthesis techniques
• Quantum spin chain characterization
• Chemoselective aldol reaction control
• Regiospecific rearrangement reactions

Notable awards include:

• Ramanujan Fellowship (2015)
• Early Career Research Award (2016)

His advising portfolio features active researchers like Tanmay Sarkar, Keerthana Sravya Surendran, and Chandrendu K. C., with multiple students receiving recognition for publications and presentations.