Dr. Surjeet Chahal is a materials scientist and academic specializing in advanced nanomaterials for photocatalytic applications in environmental remediation and sustainable energy systems. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the University Centre for Research and Development. Dr. Chahal obtained his Ph.D. in Physics from Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, where his doctoral research focused on the structural, spectroscopic, and magnetic properties of metal oxide nanoparticles. He has also held academic and research positions at DIT University and Korea University, contributing to interdisciplinary research in nanoscience and materials engineering.

His research has been supported by several prestigious funding agencies, including the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), Department of Biotechnology (DBT), and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Dr. Chahal has authored over 80 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact international journals, holds 7 patents (including 3 granted), and has contributed multiple book chapters with leading publishers such as Springer Nature, Elsevier, ACS, and CRC Press. In addition, he has submitted an edited book titled “Smart Nanotechnology for Sustainability: Manufacturing, Energy, and Environmental Applications” for publication with Wiley, and is currently editing an upcoming volume, “Aluminium Oxide: Synthesis, Processing, and Applications,” to be published by Elsevier.

Dr. Chahal is an active contributor to the global scientific community, serving on the editorial boards of several peer-reviewed journals (Scientific Reports, Discover Applied Sciences, etc.) and delivering keynote lectures at national and international conferences. His contributions to materials science were recognized with the Excellence in Research Award by DIT University in 2023. His ongoing research focuses on the design of sustainable and high-performance nanomaterials for environmental and energy applications, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and driving innovation toward a cleaner and more sustainable future.