Dr.Rinu Elizabeth Roy
Assistant Professor
Ph.D, JRF-NET, MSc
Bio
Dr. Rinu Elizabeth Roy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Christian College, Chengannur. With expertise in Materials Chemistry and Nanotechnology, her research bridges advanced polymer science and sustainable green nanomaterials, contributing to both fundamental understanding and practical applications in environmental remediation and sensing technologies. She completed her Ph.D. in Chemistry (2019) from Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), ISRO, Thiruvananthapuram, where she served as Junior and Senior Research Fellow. Her doctoral work focused on the optimization of single-walled carbon nanotube (SWCNT) functionalization and its incorporation into high-performance polymer matrices such as poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF) and fluorosilicone polymers. Key achievements include process-controlled polymorphic transformations — particularly the formation of the electroactive γ-phase in PVDF — enhanced mechanical, viscoelastic, adhesive, and acid-resistant properties, as well as the development of optically transparent nanocomposite films. Her Ph.D. thesis received the Best PhD Award (2019) from the Society of Polymer Science, India (Thiruvananthapuram Chapter). Dr. Roy’s current research emphasizes green nanotechnology and nanobiomaterials. She has pioneered the synthesis of high-quantum-yield fluorescent carbon dots from plant sources including Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi), Gliricidia sepium, Azadirachta indica (Neem), and Pepitas. These eco-friendly nanomaterials are engineered for multifunctional applications such as: Selective heavy metal ion sensing (Cr(VI) and Fe(III)) through innovative Stokes shift and bathochromic shift mechanisms Solar-driven photocatalysis for the degradation of organic pollutants Antibacterial activity, particularly against Gram-negative bacteria Development of silver-carbon dot nano-hybrids for advanced water treatment solutions She has authored 14 peer-reviewed publications in reputed international journals including Journal of Polymer Science Part B: Polymer Physics, Materials Chemistry and Physics, Polymers for Advanced Technologies, ACS Applied Optical Materials, Microchemical Journal, and Chemistry & Biodiversity. Her publications have garnered over 100 citations and significant readership, reflecting the impact of her contributions in polymer nanocomposites, carbon nanomaterials, and sustainable nanobiotechnology. Passionate about interdisciplinary research, Dr. Roy integrates green chemistry principles with advanced materials characterization techniques to develop cost-effective, environmentally benign solutions for real-world challenges. Her work continues to evolve at the intersection of materials science, nanotechnology, and environmental sustainability.
Contact
rinuroy@christiancollege.ac.in
08606536384
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BSc Chemistry
MG University CMS College, Kottayam |
March 2009 |
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MSc Chemistry
Madras University Madras Christian College |
March 2011 |
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Ph.D Chemistry
Kerala University VSSC, ISRO |
January 2019 |
1. John, A. J., Roy, R. E., Parvathy, S., & Salim, S. (2026, March). A multifunctional green-synthesized silver-carbon dot nano-hybrid from Azadirachta indica for enhanced solar light-driven photodegradation of pollutants and selective antibacterial activity in water treatment. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution.
2. John, A. J., Roy, R. E., Zachariach, A. K., & Nanadan, G. (2026, January). High-quantum-yield fluorescent carbon dots from Gliricidia sepium as Fe (III)/Cr (VI) dual ion sensor via metal-induced bathochromic shift. Microchemical Journal.
3. Roy, R. E., Nanda, K. S., Salim, S., & John, A. J. (2024, November). Two in one gram negative antibacterial agent and organic dye photocatalyst from green synthesized Ocimum sanctum-based N and O co-doped carbon dot silver nanocomposite. Chemistry & Biodiversity.4. John, A. J., Roy, R. E., Hari, H., & Zachariah, A. K. (2024, February). Emerging Stoke’s shift-based Cr(VI) fingerprint sensor from intensely blue fluorescent, high quantum yield, pepitas-derived carbon dots. ACS Applied Optical Materials.
5. Roy, R. E., & Rajeev, R. S. (2023, December). Process controlled microstructure of polyvinylidene fluoride/functionalized single walled carbon nanotube composites. Polymers for Advanced Technologies.6. Roy, R. E., Vijayalakshmi, K. P., Bhuvaneswari, S., & Rajeev, R. S. (2019, September). Influence of process conditions and effect of functionalization in inducing time dependent polymorphic states in single walled carbon nanotube incorporated poly(vinylidene fluoride). SN Applied Sciences.
7. Roy, R. E., Bhuvaneswari, S., & Rajeev, R. S. (2019, May). Optically transparent nanocomposite films based on poly(vinylidene fluoride) and single walled carbon nanotube: Role of process parameters on polymorphic changes. Polymer Crystallization.8. Roy, R. E., Vijayalakshmi, K. P., & Rajeev, R. S. (2018, November). Importance of optimization of functionalization of single walled carbon nanotube with special reference to mechanical, viscoelastic and adhesive characteristics of vinyl terminated polydimethyl siloxane. Polymer.
9. Roy, R. E., Komath, I., Vijayalakshmi, K. P., & Rajeev, R. S. (2018, November). Fluorosilicone polymers with tailored mechanical, acid resistant and adhesive properties: Role of ultrasonication and functionally active single walled carbon nanotubes. Materials Chemistry and Physics.10. Roy, R. E., Bhuvaneswari, S., Vijayalakshmi, K. P., & Rajeev, R. S. (2018, November). Energy-induced polymorphic changes in poly(vinylidene fluoride): How ultrasonication results in polymer with predominantly γ phase. Journal of Polymer Science Part B: Polymer Physics.
11. Komath, I., Roy, R. E., Vishnu, A. G., & Gouri, C. (2017, December). Silicone copolymers bearing reactive vinyl and hydride functionalities: Synthesis, characterisation and particulate composite thereof for specialty applications. Materials Chemistry and Physics.12. Roy, R. E., Bhuvaneswari, S., Thomas, D., & Rajeev, R. S. (2017, September). New insights into the spectral, thermal and morphological analysis of time dependent structural changes during open end functionalization of single walled carbon nanotubes. New Journal of Chemistry.
1. John, A. J., & Roy, R. E. (2025, October). Carbon dot as an emerging efficient nanobiomaterial for metal sensing applications. In Current Applications of Nanobiomaterials, Volume 1: Exploring Sustainable Synthesis, Characterization, and Therapeutic Innovations in Nanomedicine (pp. 221-230). Springer Nature Switzerland
2. John, A. J., & Roy, R. E. (2023). Plant-based green nanoparticles in cancer diagnosis and chemotherapy. In Bioprospecting of Tropical Medicinal Plants (pp. 1387–1404). Springer Nature Switzerland.
1. Rinu Elizabeth Roy, Bhuvaneshwari S, Deepthi Thomas, R.S. Rajeev, “Optimization of refluxing time for effective acid functionalization of Single Walled Carbon Nanotubes”, Fourth International Conference on Frontiers in Nanoscience & Technology, COCHIN NANO-2016, February 20-23 (2016) Cochin
2. Rinu Elizabeth Roy, K. Indulekha, R.S. Rajeev, V. Lakshmana Rao, “Solvent resistant fluorosilicone polymers with tailored mechanical properties via functionalized single walled carbon nanotubes”, Frontiers of Polymers and Advanced Materials, FPAM-2014, November 05-07 (2014) Trivandrum
3. Rinu Elizabeth Roy, Nisha Balachandran, R.S. Rajeev, “Acid Functionalisation of Single Walled Carbon Nanotubes: Effect of Extent of Functionalisation on Spectral and Thermal Properties”, Polymer Conference for Young Researchers, PCYR-2014, October 18 (2014) Trivandrum
4. Rinu Elizabeth Roy, S. Bhuwaneshwari, R.S. Rajeev, “Disentanglement of Single Walled Carbon Nanotubes (SWCNTs) by Polar Amide Solvents assisted by Ultrasonication”, International Conference on Advanced Functional Materials, ICAFM-2014, February 19-21 (2014) Trivandrum
5. Vandhana Ashok, Rinu Elizabeth Roy, Indulekha.K., R.S. Rajeev, “Acid Functionalisation of SWCNTs and its Effects on the Properties of vinyl terminated polydimethylsiloxane/SWCNT Nanocomposite”, National Seminar on Emerging Trends in Chemical Sciences (ETCS-2013) June (2013), Trivandrum
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How optimized functionalization protocols of single walled carbon nanotubes could lead to polymer composites with superior properties: A systematic investigation using fluoro, silicone and fluorosilicone polymers.
Polymer Conference for Young Researchers, PCYR-2018, , Organized By : NIIST, Thiruvananthapuram ,Oral |
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Faculty Induction Programme/Orientation
Sponsored By University of Delhi , Conducted By Teaching Learning Centre, Ramanujan College , Type : Online , Grade : A |
04-06-2020 - July 1, 2020 |
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Refresher in Research Methodology
Sponsored By University of Delhi , Conducted By Teaching Learning Centre, Ramanujan College , Type : Online , Grade : A+ |
01-10-2020 - October 15, 2020 |
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Member in Academy of Chemistry Teachers (ACT) |
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Best PhD Thesis
Society of Polymer Science India |
2019 |
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Invited Talk, How optimized functionalization protocols of single walled carbon nanotubes could lead to polymer composites with superior properties: A systematic investigation using fluoro, silicone and fluorosilicone polymers
Presented in Polymer Conference for Young Researchers, PCYR-2018 on 17th November, NIIST, Thiruvananthapuram |
2018 |
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Best Paper Award, Solvent resistant fluorosilicone polymers with tailored mechanical properties via functionalized single walled carbon nanotubes,
Presented in Frontiers of Polymers and Advanced Materials, FPAM-2014 , November 05-07 Thiruvananthapuram |
2014 |
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Best Paper Award, Acid Functionalisation of SWCNTs and its Effects on the Properties of vinyl terminated Polydimethylsiloxane/SWCNT Nanocomposite
Presented in National Seminar on Emerging Trends in Chemical Sciences, ETCS-2013 on 12thJune, Thiruvananthapuram |
2013 |
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