Savita Chaudhary

@pu.ac.in

Assistant Professor
Panjab University

research work has further belonged to the design of nanoparticles with higher biocompatibility that can
be engineered according to the requirement, and can act as a carrier for herbicides in fields. The prepared nanoparticles
have been used for
i) For the removal of contaminants from wastewater
ii) As catalyst and
iii) As electrochemical sensors,
iv) Fluorescence and chromogenic sensors
v) Development of Multi assay approach for describing the Environmental fate of nanoparticles
vi) Fabrication of bioengineered C-dots for preparing effective sensors

EDUCATION

PhD (Chemsitry) and Post Doc

RESEARCH INTERESTS

To develop synthetic protocol for the fabrication of functionalized-nanoparticles and their utilization in environmental
remediation is the key points of the research.

FUTURE PROJECTS

A waste biomass to wealth approach for treating waste water and electromagnetic menace


Applications Invited

A Hybrid Metal Semi-conductor Hetero-nanostructure Core–Shell Nanoparticles with Geometrically Tunable Optical Properties and Their Applications as Opto-electronic Devices


Applications Invited

Natural Biomass derived C-dots


Applications Invited
160

Scopus Publications

5613

Scholar Citations

44

Scholar h-index

116

Scholar i10-index

Scopus Publications

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • MXene coupled nanoheterostructure: A potent catalytic framework for photo-assisted elimination of organic contaminan
    A. Vijeta, Janvi, G.R. Chaudhary, Savita Chaudhary*
    Process Safety and Environmental Protection, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psep … , 2026
    2026
  • Fluorescent Gd2O3/Yb2O3 Nanomaterials: From Synthesis to Sensing Potential
    S. Kumar, Savita Chaudhary*, GR.Chaudhary
    Materials Research Bulletin 202, 114191 , 2026
    2026
  • Functional Versatility of Sulfonamide-pyrazole Derivative: From Antibacterial Activity to Metal ion Sensing Aptitude
    A. garg, N. Garg, R. Dhiman, Savita Chaudhary*, A. Bhalla
    Journal of Fluorescence, https://doi.org/10.1007/s10895-026-04751 , 2026
    2026
  • Multi-ion sensing profiling using imidazole-based sensory probe
    N. Garg, S. Thakur, A. Kaur, A.Dan, Savita Chaudhary*, A. Bhalla
    Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry 478, 117149 , 2026
    2026
  • Naphthoquinone-based chemosensor for Fe3+ detection Neha
    N. Garg, A.Dan, Savita Chaudhary*, A.K.K. Bhasin
    Journal of Molecular Structure 1355, 145036 , 2026
    2026
  • Clean Technologies in Energy Production: Harvesting a Sustainable Future
    D. Bragta, P. Garg, Savita Chaudhary, G.R. Chaudhary, R.R. S. Soni, and R. Kumar
    Biotechnology Innovations for a Sustainable Future, https://doi.org/10.1007 … , 2025
    2025
  • Nanoporous Graphene for Water Desalination
    A. Gautam, M. Kour, Savita Chaudhary, S. Negi, and R. Kumar
    Biotechnology Innovations for a Sustainable Future, https://doi.org/10.1007 … , 2025
    2025
  • MOF-integrated microgels: a reversible and portable fluorescent sensing platform for therapeutic drug monitoring
    N. Garg, A.Kaur, Savita Chaudhary*, A. Dan
    Applied Materials Today 47, 102991 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Cellulose based bioplastics: A sustainable approach toward environmental safety - A review
    M. Kour, Savita Chaudhary*, R. Kumar
    Sustainable Materials and Technologies 46, e01694 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 11
  • Carbon dot-embedded hybrid microgels: A new frontier in functional soft materials
    N. Garg, A.Kaur, Savita Chaudhary*, A. Dan
    Advances in Colloid and Interface Science 346, 103680 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 3
  • Revamping sorghum waste into valuable films: A sustainable bioplastic with tunable properties and agro-suitability
    M. Kour, A. Bansal, Savita Chaudhary*, R. Kumar
    Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy 48, 102208 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Eco-friendly biosynthesis of ZnO nanoparticles using fungus Schizophyllum commune and their hybrid with chitosan for enhanced UV-A photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline
    D. Bragta, P. Garg, Savita Chaudhary, G. Madhok, S. Negi, S. Panwar, A ...
    Chemosphere 387, 144666 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 4
  • Jacobaea vulgaris derived carbon dots with nitrogen and sulfur doping for toxin sensing
    P. Chauhan, A. Vijeata, G.R. Chaudhary, A. W. Wark, Savita Chaudhary*
    Microchemical Journal 217, 115040 , 2025
    2025
  • Experimental and theoretical insights to explore catalytic sensibility and antimicrobial potential of bimetallic nanoparticles in hybrid microgel
    N. Garg, A. Kaur, A. Garg, A. Bhalla, Savita Chaudhary*, A. Dan
    Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, https … , 2025
    2025
  • Syzygium cumini derived carbon dot: Design, synthesis and fluorescent sensing abilities towards selective identification of Fe³⁺ and Cu²⁺ ions
    S. Goyal , Savita Chaudhary*
    Journal of Molecular Structure 1345, 143050 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Engineering fungicidal nitrogen-doped carbon dots from Trillium govanianum rhizomes: A theoretical and experimental approach against Candida auris
    A. Vijeta, H. Gawri, G.R. Chaudhary, K. Raj, Savita Chaudhary
    Applied Surface Science 709, 163789 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 4
  • Eco–Friendly Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Tinospora cordifolia Stem Extract: Characterization and Enhanced Antifungal Efficacy
    P. Chopra, G. Madhok, A. Chauhan, D. Bragta, M. Kaur, M. K. Dhaliwa, P ...
    MatSci Express 2, 199-206 , 2025
    2025
  • Sulfonamide-functionalized Schiff’s base as a novel fluorescent probe for selective detection of L-tryptophan in real and biological samples
    A. Garg, A. Bhalla, Savita Chaudhary*
    Microchemical Journal 213, 113754 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 3
  • Responsive carbon dot-embedded hybrid microgels for dual sensing of iron(iii) and ciprofloxacin
    N. Garg, A.Kaur, Savita Chaudhary*, A. Dan
    Journal of Material Chemistry B 13, 5577 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 6
  • Syzygium cumini derived biochar as sustainable adsorbent: Synthesis, parametric optimization with Experimental and theoretical sketch
    S. Goyal, Savita Chaudhary*
    Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects 718, 136945 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 6

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Chemical Sensing Applications of ZnO Nanomaterials
    Savita Chaudhary, A. Umar, K.K. Bhasin, S. Baskoutas
    Materials 11, 287 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 280
  • Selenium Nanomaterials: An Overview of Recent Developments in Synthesis, Properties and Potential Applications
    Savita Chaudhary, A. Umar, S.K. Mehta
    Progress in Material Science 83, 270-329 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 271
  • Oral health and menopause: a comprehensive review on current knowledge and associated dental management
    P Dutt, SR Chaudhary, P Kumar
    Annals of medical and health sciences research 3 (3), 320 , 2013
    2013
    Citations: 170
  • Evolution of ZnS nanoparticles via facile CTAB aqueous micellar solution route: a study on controlling parameters
    SK Mehta, S Kumar, S Chaudhary, KK Bhasin, M Gradzielski
    Nanoscale research letters 4 (1), 17 , 2008
    2008
    Citations: 144
  • Effect of Cationic Surfactant Head Groups on Synthesis Growth and Agglomeration Behavior of ZnS Nanoparticles
    SK Mehta, S Kumar, S Chaudhary
    Nanoscale Res Lett 4, 1197-1208 , 2009
    2009
    Citations: 135
  • Transformation of solid plastic waste to activated carbon fibres for wastewater treatment
    M. Kumari, G.R. Chaudhary, Savita Chaudhary*, A. Umar
    Chemosphere 294, 133692 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 130
  • Upcycling of plastic waste into fluorescent carbon dots: An environmentally viable transformation to biocompatible C-dots with potential prospective in analytical applications
    Savita Chaudhary, M. Kumari, P. Chauhan, G.R. Chaudhary
    Waste Management 120, 675–686 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 128
  • Tungsten oxide (WO3) nanoparticles as scaffold for the fabrication of hydrazine chemical sensor
    S Shukla, S Chaudhary, A Umar, GR Chaudhary, SK Mehta
    Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical 196, 231-237 , 2014
    2014
    Citations: 126
  • Time dependence of nucleation and growth of silver nanoparticles generated by sugar reduction in micellar media
    SK Mehta, S Chaudhary, M Gradzielski
    Journal of colloid and interface science 343 (2), 447-453 , 2010
    2010
    Citations: 126
  • Conductometric and spectroscopic studies of sodium dodecyl sulfate in aqueous media in the presence of organic chalcogen
    SK Mehta, S Chaudhary, KK Bhasin, R Kumar, M Aratono
    Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects 304 (1-3 … , 2007
    2007
    Citations: 120
  • Surface Functionalized Selenium Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications
    S Chaudhary, U A, SK Mehta
    J. Biomed. Nanotechnol. 10 (10), 3004-3042 , 2014
    2014
    Citations: 105
  • An Overview of Advanced Nanomaterials for Sensor Applications
    D. Rohilla, Savita Chaudhary, A. Umar
    Engineered Science 16, 47–70 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 103
  • Adsorptive removal of Eriochrome Black T (EBT) dye by using surface active low cost Zinc oxide Nanoparticles: A comparative overview
    Y. Kaur, T. Jasrotia, R. Kumar, G.R. Chaudhary, Savita Chaudhary*
    Chemosphere 278, 130366 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 96
  • Potential prospects for carbon dots as a fluorescence sensing probe for metal ions
    Savita Chaudhary, S. Kumar, B. Kaur, SK Mehta
    RSC Advances 6, 90526-90536 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 93
  • Selenium nanomaterials: applications in electronics, catalysis and sensors
    S Chaudhary, SK Mehta
    Journal of nanoscience and nanotechnology 14 (2), 1658-1674 , 2014
    2014
    Citations: 91
  • Usage of coconut coir for sustainable production of high-valued carbon dots with discriminatory sensing aptitude toward metal ions
    P. Chauhan, S. Dogra, Savita Chaudhary, R. Kumar
    Material Today Chemistry 16, 100247 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 89
  • NiO nanodisks: Highly efficient visible-light driven photocatalyst, potential scaffold for seed germination of Vigna Radiata and antibacterial properties
    Savita Chaudhary, Y. Kaur, B. Jayee, G.R. Chaudhary, A. Umar
    Journal of Cleaner Production 190, 563-576 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 87
  • Robust and Direct Electrochemical Sensing of Arsenic Using Zirconia Nanocubes
    G. Bhanjana, N. Dilbaghi, Savita Chaudhary, K.H. Kim, and S. Kumar
    Analyst 141, 4211-4218 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 78
  • Ionic liquid and surfactant functionalized ZnO nanoadsorbent for Recyclable Proficient Adsorption of toxic dyes from waste water
    Savita Chaudhary, Y. Kaur, A. Umar, G.R. Chaudhary
    Journal of Molecular Liquids 224, 1294-1304 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 75
  • Distinctive Solvatochromic Response of Fluorescent Carbon Dots Derived from Different Components of Aegle Marmelos Plant
    A.Vijeata, G.R.Chaudhary, A. Umar, Savita Chaudhary
    Engineered Science 15, 197–209 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 73

Publications

National Recognition
Haryana Yuva Vigyan Ratan Award for year 2014-15 at Award Ceremony held on 10th May, 2017 at
Haryana Raj Bhawan

GRANT DETAILS

4 completed National Project
and
One ongoing national major project

Industry, Institute, or Organisation Collaboration

To develop synthetic protocol for the fabrication of functionalized-nanoparticles and their utilization in environmental
remediation is the key points of the research of Dr. Chaudhary. The synthetic protocol of used for the fabrication of
nanoparticles will provide direct control over the emission and optical properties of prepared nanoparticles. The room
temperature processing and water as reaction media has enhanced the scope of prepared nanoparticles in diagnostics
applications.

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

3 months