"Material is Immaterial" — our guiding philosophy
The Research Center for New Materials (RCNM) is an interdisciplinary hub dedicated to the study of advanced materials and their transformative applications in energy, healthcare, and transportation. We unite scientists, engineers, and researchers from materials science, chemistry, physics, and engineering to develop innovative solutions for society's most pressing challenges.
Dr. Satyanarayan Dhal
Coordinator, Associate Professor of Physics
Centurion University, Paralakhemundi Campus
Dr. Srinivas Rao
Joint Coordinator (AP)
Total 513 publications across indexed databases:
Researching novel materials for high-performance engineering applications. Functionalized Ceramic Polymer Nanocomposites (FCPNs) and Ceramic Oxides for thermistors and photovoltaic cells.
Materials ScienceEngineering the next generation of energy storage and purification systems — high-efficiency supercapacitors and water purification sponges for a cleaner tomorrow.
Green EnergyDeveloping dual-application solutions for critical societal needs. Key focus: Nano-curcumin formulations for enhanced therapeutic efficacy and agricultural growth stimulants.
Healthcare · AgricultureLeveraging high-end computational capabilities for material discovery using BIOVIA Materials Studio for atomistic modeling and molecular dynamics simulations — predicting performance before synthesis.
Computational ScienceUtilizing the "Penta-interrelation" strategy to study material structure, characterization, and properties. Key focus: investigating nanorods and surface wettability through advanced ion beam techniques.
Ion Beam PhysicsA breakthrough product developed by RCNM — nano-sized curcumin particles with dramatically enhanced bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy compared to conventional micro-curcumin formulations.
This project investigates advanced methods to boost the energy storage capacity of MXene-based supercapacitors through precise ion beam irradiation techniques, contributing to next-generation energy storage solutions.
A 36-month funded study exploring nuclear reaction dynamics, contributing to fundamental physics and nuclear material science.
State-of-the-art instruments for materials synthesis and characterization:
RCNM has access to state-of-the-art simulation tools for cutting-edge research and development:
Industry Partner: Dassault Systems
Computational work includes design of aluminum-based composites and enhanced Young's Modulus studies using BIOVIA Materials Studio in partnership with Dassault Systèmes.
Complete list of RCNM publications available on Google Drive (Spreadsheet)
A selection of our 400+ peer-reviewed publications spanning materials science, nanotechnology, energy, and biomedical applications (2020–2025):
View the complete publications list — cutm.ac.in
RCNM researchers have edited and contributed to internationally published books with leading publishers including Springer, CRC Press, Royal Society of Chemistry, and Elsevier — advancing global knowledge in materials science and nanotechnology.
Synthesis, Properties, and Applications
Editors: Srikanta Moharana, Lipeeka Rout, Suresh Sagadevan
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Fundamentals and Applications
Editors: Srikanta Moharana, Santosh Kumar Satpathy, Tuan Anh Nguyen, Ram K. Gupta, Parvej Ahmad Alvi
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Synthesis, Properties, and Applications
Editors: Srikanta Moharana, Santosh Kumar Satpathy, Tuan Anh Nguyen, Tungabidya Maharana
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Metal Oxides Series
Editors: Srikanta Moharana, Bibhuti Bhusan Sahu, Santosh Kumar Satpathy, Tuan Anh Nguyen
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Associate Professor · Ion Beam Physics
Provost Award bestowed for outstanding contributions to research excellence and innovation in materials science. Recipient: Dr. Satyanarayan Dhal — Centurion Research Awards 2025.
Certificate of Excellence for Publishing the Largest Number of Manuscripts, recognizing prolific and impactful research output contributing to the global knowledge base in new materials.
Dr. Satyanarayan Dhal delivered an invited talk on welding in manganese oxide nanorods using ion irradiation techniques, presented alongside Dr. Anand Krishnamurthy of BIOVIA Dassault Systèmes.
Ms. Arpita Patro received financial support from the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) to attend the 34th International Conference on Photonic, Electronic and Atomic Collisions (ICPEAC 2025) in Japan.
Regular webinars on topics including Organic Electronic Sensors for IoMT, Innovation Amidst COVID-19, Smart Sensors and Computing for AI, and Predictive Models using Quantum Mechanics and Machine Learning — hosted with partner institutions.
A comprehensive training workshop organized by RCNM covering UV-Vis spectroscopy fundamentals, reliable measurement methods, data processing, analysis, and method development — with certificate on completion.
One-month intensive internship (June 2025, Bhubaneswar campus) on computational and experimental tools in nanotechnology. Featuring hands-on BIOVIA Materials Studio sessions, guidance from expert faculty, and networking opportunities.
15 May – 31 May 2024: Mentor-based internship program titled "Explore the Realm of Nanomaterials Synthesis" for beginner-level participants. Hands-on exposure to synthesis techniques with expert mentorship.
RCNM collaborates with leading industries, academic institutions, and research organizations worldwide to promote innovation, knowledge exchange, and technology transfer.
Interested in collaborating, applying for an internship, or learning more about our research? We welcome inquiries from researchers, students, and industry partners worldwide.
Centurion University of Technology & Management
Paralakhemundi, Odisha, India
We welcome applications for summer internships and research assistantships. Check our workshops section for upcoming programmes or contact the RC Coordinator directly via the university website.
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