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Centre for Research in Functional Materials (CRFM)

CENTRE FOR RESEARCH IN FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (CRFM)

Contact Us First floor, Fire Lab Building, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)JAIN Global Campus, Jakkasandra Post, Kanakapura Tq Ramanagara District-562 112, Karnataka, India +91 9449293499 [email protected]
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Ankith Shetty

Junior Research Fellow
Education

Dec 2020 – Oct 2022

Master of Science
Mangalore University, Mangaluru, India

May 2017 – Sept 2020

Bachelor of Science
Canara college, Mangaluru, India

Appointments

Sept 2023 – Present

Junior research fellow
CRFM, Jain University, India

Dec 2022 – Aug 2023

Trainee chemist
Aurigen oncology Ltd., Bangalore India

Contact Info

+91 8317309498

Office/Mailing Address

CRFM, Research Scholar Room-2, First floor, Fire Lab Building, Jain University, Jain Global Campus, Jakkasandra Post, Kanakapura Tq, Ramanagara District-562 112, Karnataka, India

Research Interest

Mr. Ankith Shetty is investigating new functional materials for energy-related electrochemical applications. The focus is on developing electrocatalysts for renewable energy generation and storage. Studying the synthesis of nanomaterials to enhance catalytic activity and stability in energy conversion and storage processes. To better understand catalyst structure and function, utilize advanced characterization tools such as electron microscopy, X-ray spectroscopy, and computational modelling. Investigate the influence of electrolyte materials and ion transport properties on catalyst performance, especially in energy storage devices like batteries and supercapacitors.

Biography

Mr. Ankith Shetty joined the Center for Research in Functional Materials (CRFM), Jain University, as a Junior research fellow in Sept 2023. He worked as a trainee chemist in Aurigene Oncology Ltd., Bangalore, Karnataka, from Dec 2022 to Aug 2023. Ankith pursued a Master's in Industrial chemistry from Mangalore University, Mangalore, Karnataka. During his M.Sc. programme, he interned at Anthem Biosciences Pvt. Ltd. and was involved in the organic synthesis and characterization of novel organic molecules. Ankith enjoys hanging out with friends and loves to explore new things.

Awards and Fellowships

Sept 2023 - Present Junior Research Fellowship, CRFM, Jain University, India