Dr. Sanjit Nayak

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sanjit Nayak is a materials scientist whose expertise lies in porous materials, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), carbons, and composites. His research focuses on the discovery, synthesis, and characterization of advanced porous materials, particularly in the areas of energy, including hydrogen storage, and environmental applications such as carbon dioxide capture and agriculture. He leads a research group at the University of Bristol, specializing in the development of novel materials for sustainable solutions to pressing energy and environmental challenges. Nayak's work includes the development of efficient porous adsorbents for carbon capture, controlled drug delivery systems integrating porous materials, and sustainable agrochemical delivery methods. He has held positions as a lecturer and associate professor at various institutions, including the National University of Singapore and the University of Bradford, and has been involved in significant research projects in the field of materials science.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2024-01-01 — Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, England

Lead a research group focused on functional porous advanced composites.

Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — 2024-12-31

University of Bradford • Bradford, England

Conduct research and teach various chemistry subjects.

Postdoctoral Researcher

— Present

Leiden University • Leiden, Netherlands

Worked on research related to materials science.

Postdoctoral Researcher

— Present

Marburg University • Marburg, Germany

Conducted research in materials science.

Marie Curie Fellow

— Present

University of Liverpool • Liverpool, England

Engaged in research projects in the field of materials science.

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.