Ph.D., Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, India
Shuchita Tomar, born on 28 May 1995, is a dedicated Ph.D. scholar at IIT Delhi specializing in textile nanocomposites for high-performance applications. With a strong foundation in fibre science, she has transitioned from quality engineering in spinning mills to cutting-edge research on TPU-coated fabrics with UV and gas barrier enhancements. Her interdisciplinary work integrates textile engineering, material science, and environmental sustainability. She has earned national recognition through awards, publications, and international conference presentations. Her ongoing research aims to solve real-world challenges in textile durability, functionality, and sustainability.
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🎓 Education:
Completed 10th (CBSE) in 2010 with 9 CGPA and 12th (CBSE) in 2012 with 71% in Science stream. Graduated with a B.Tech in Textile Technology (75%) from NITRA Technical Campus, AKTU University in 2016. Earned her M.Tech in Textile Technology from UPTTI, Kanpur in 2020 with an 8.5 CGPA, specializing in Fibre Science. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at IIT Delhi under Prof. Mangala Joshi on TPU nanocomposite-coated fabrics for enhanced weather resistance and gas barrier properties, from Feb 2021 to expected Feb 2026. Her academic path reflects a deep focus on advanced materials, fibre engineering, and sustainable textile solutions.
🧪 Experience:
Gained industry exposure at DevShree Cotsyn Pvt. Ltd. (2015) researching spindle speed impacts on yarn quality. Worked as a Quality Engineer (2016–2018) at Mahima Cotton Spinning Yarns, Indore. At IIT Delhi in 2019, contributed to a project on flexible RF antennas using conductive fabrics. This blend of industrial and academic experience shaped her ability to handle textile innovations across quality control, product development, and advanced materials integration. Her journey reflects a seamless transition from factory floors to laboratories, laying the foundation for innovative problem-solving in high-performance and functional textiles.
🏆 Awards & Honors:
Won 1st prize in 2024 for a poster on nanoceria-enhanced UV stability at a national seminar on Indian Knowledge Systems. Secured 3rd prize for a sustainability-focused poster on inflatable coated textiles. Qualified for pre-finale in TATA STEEL’s MATERIAL-NEXT 5.0, receiving a ₹50,000 research grant. These accolades reflect her ability to combine traditional knowledge with modern science for impactful textile research. Her achievements highlight both academic excellence and practical relevance in sustainability, nanotechnology, and material design.
🔬 Research Focus:
Focused on developing TPU nanocomposite-coated fabrics with enhanced weather resistance and gas barrier properties for technical textile applications. Her research explores surface modification using nanoparticles like TiO₂ and CeO₂ and incorporating UV stabilizers. She also investigates sustainable methods in textile wastewater treatment and pathogen disinfection using graphene quantum dots. From lightweight aerostat laminates to environmentally friendly coatings, her work integrates nanotech, fiber engineering, and polymer science for durable, functional, and sustainable textiles. Her multidisciplinary research contributes to defense, aerospace, and eco-friendly manufacturing.
Conclusion
Shuchita Tomar presents an excellent profile for the Best Researcher Award, especially for an early-career researcher. Her academic journey, publication record, awards, and conference participation showcase her as a committed and impactful scholar in textile engineering and nanotechnology. With further development in areas like applied innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and broader academic leadership, she can rise as a nationally and globally recognized researcher.
Publication
Title: Optimization of TPU/TiO₂ Films Using UV Additives for Improved Weather Stability of LTA Hull Materials
Authors: B. Rana, N. Mandlekar, S. Tomar, M. Joshi, S.W. Ali
Year: 2022
Link: Springer Book Series: Lighter Than Air Systems (LNME)
Title: Investigating the Effect of TiO₂ and CeO₂ Nanoparticles With UV Stabilizers on Weather-Resistance of TPU Nanocomposite Films: A Comparative Study
Authors: Shuchita Tomar, B.S. Butola
Year: 2025
Link: DOI: 10.1002/app.57479
Title: Graphene Quantum Dots Application in Bacterial and Viral Pathogen Disinfection
Authors: S. Tomar, M. Shahadat, R. Adnan, S.W. Ali, S.Z. Ahammad, M. Joshi
Year: 2023
Link: Elsevier/Woodhead: Graphene Quantum Dots, Biomedical and Environmental Sustainability Applications
Title: Functionalization of Polyurethane-Based Adhesives with UV Additives for LTA Applications
Authors: S. Tomar, N. Mandlekar, B. Rana, M. Joshi, B.S. Butola
Year: 2022
Link: Springer Book Series: Lighter Than Air Systems (LNME)
Title: Treatment of Textile-Wastewater Using Green Technologies
Authors: S. Tomar, M. Shahadat, S.W. Ali, M. Joshi, B.S. Butola
Year: 2023
Link: Green Chemistry for Sustainable Water Purification, Scrivener Publishing
Title: A Synergy of Atmospheric Plasma and UV-Additive Incorporated PU and Styrene–Isoprene–Styrene Adhesive for Improving Inter-Layer Adhesion in PVF/Fabric/BOPET Laminate
Authors: S. Kundu, B. Adak, S. Tomar, M. Joshi
Year: 2023
Link: DOI: 10.1016/j.compositesa.2023.107650