Personal Information

Full Name: Girish Udayan Kulkarni

Nickname: G. U. Kulkarni Nanomaterials Scientist

Country/State: India

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Languages Known: English, Kannada, Hindi

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Hobbies: Nanomaterials research Scientific experimentation Academic mentoring Reading scientific literature Science outreach

Education

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College: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR)

Degrees Obtained: BSc in Chemistry MSc in Chemistry PhD in Chemical Sciences

Physical Stats

Height: 175 cm

Weight: 75 kg

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Marital Status: married

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Children: 0

Career

Current Position: Nanomaterials Scientist Senior Professor, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR)

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Awards & Achievements: Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for Chemical Sciences Fellow of Indian National Science Academy Fellow of Indian Academy of Sciences International recognition in nanoscience and nanotechnology Key contributor to nanomaterials research in India

Biography Details

G. U. Kulkarni is a leading Indian scientist in the field of nanomaterials and nanochemistry. His research focuses on the design, synthesis and self-assembly of functional nanostructures, with applications in electronics, sensing and advanced materials.

At JNCASR, he has played a major role in building world-class nanoscience research facilities and mentoring young scientists. His work bridges chemistry, materials science and nanotechnology, contributing significantly to India’s global presence in nanomaterials research.

He is widely respected as a researcher, teacher and institutional leader in advanced scientific research.

• Continues to lead advanced nanomaterials research at JNCASR

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• Featured in 2025 scientific discussions on next-generation nanostructured materials

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• Recognised for sustained contributions to nanoscience education and research in India

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