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Electro Organic Synthesis

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The Electro-Organic Synthesis group at CSIR-NCL's Organic Chemistry Division is at the forefront of developing electrochemical methods for sustainable and efficient organic synthesis. Our research focuses on harnessing electricity as a clean, traceless reagent to drive selective molecular transformations under mild conditions, eliminating the need for traditional chemical oxidants and reductants. By combining mechanistic studies with innovative reaction design, we aim to establish novel electrochemical protocols that reduce environmental impact while maximizing selectivity and efficiency. A key pillar of our work involves addressing critical sustainability challenges through electrochemistry. We explore alternative carbon feedstock—including CO2 valorisation and waste plastic upcycling—to develop circular economy solutions that mitigate dependence on fossil fuels. We investigate electrochemical pathways to convert these abundant yet underutilized resources into value-added chemicals, offering potential solutions to global carbon emission and plastic waste problems. Beyond fundamental discoveries, we focus on scalable solutions, employing continuous flow electrochemistry to bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and industrial application, advancing greener methodologies for pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science applications. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, we aim to redefine synthetic chemistry—where electrochemistry enables greener, more efficient routes to functional molecules.

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Ramana Dr. C. V.

CSIR - National Chemical Laboratory,
Dr. Homi Bhabha Road ,

Pune 411 008 India
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Phone :- +91-20-25902577
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Principal Scientist: Organic Chemistry
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