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Dr. Atul Kumar Ojha, Ph.D.

Atul Kumar Ojha, a postdoctoral fellow at University College Dublin, Ireland, researches 3D in vitro models for wound healing and large tissue constructs. He earned his Ph.D. from IIT Kharagpur, focusing on a cervix analogue for cervical atresia using tissue engineering. With a B.Tech in Biotechnology from S.H.I.A.T.S., Allahabad, and an M.Tech in Nanoscience from Pondicherry Central University, he also studied protein fibrillation at IIT Guwahati. Dr. Ojha develops grafts for bone and skin regeneration, has numerous high-impact publications, and received a grant from the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research. He founded student-led community service groups Sarth and SAMVAAD at IIT Kharagpur and actively engages in community initiatives.

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Publications

16 journal articles

Research Articles

16 publications shown

2024

  • Biochemical and immunomodulatory insights of extracellular matrix from decellularized human whole cervix: recellularization and in vivo ECM remodelling interplay

    Ojha AK, Rajasekaran R, Hansda AK, Choudhury P, Biswas A, Sharma S, Chaudhury PP, Dogra N, Goswami R, Chaudhury K, Dhara S.

    Biofabrication, 16 03501.

  • Mixed alkali effect on the mechanical, thermal and biological properties of 58S bioactive glass

    Hadem H, Ojha AK, Mitra A, Rajasekaran R, Vaidya PV, Dhara S, Das S, Das K.

    Ceramics International.

  • Biodegradable Solid Polymer Electrolytes from the Discarded Cataractous Eye Protein Isolate

    Chowdhury P, Lincon A, Bhowmik S, Ojha AK, et al.

    ACS Applied Bio Materials, 7(4), 2240-53.

  • Cell Penetrability of a γ-Crystallin Peptide Fragment from the Discarded Cataractous Eye Emulsion

    Chowdhury P, Ojha AK, Bhowmik S, et al.

    ACS omega, 9(13), 14840-8.

  • Electrophoretic Deposition of 58S Bioactive Glass-Polymer Composite Coatings on 316L Stainless Steel

    Hadem H, Mitra A, Ojha AK, et al.

    ACS Applied Bio Materials.

2023

  • Biodegradable Multi-layered Silk Fibroin-PCL Stent for the Management of Cervical Atresia

    Ojha AK, Rajasekaran R, Hansda AK, et al.

    ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 15(33), 39099-116.

  • A novel functional gradient hydroxyapatite coating for zirconia-based implants

    Seesala VS, Rajasekaran R, Ojha AK, et al.

    Surface and Coatings Technology, 469, 129817.

  • Polyaniline doped silk fibroin-PCL Electrospun fiber

    Rajasekaran R, Ojha AK, Seesala VS, et al.

    Chemical Engineering Journal, 475, 146245.

  • Human placenta/umbilical cord derivatives in regenerative medicine

    Biswas A, Rajasekaran R, Saha B, et al.

    Biomaterials Science, 11(14), 4789-821.

  • Influence of surface engineering on 3D printed Ti lattice structure

    Dutta A, Rajasekaran R, Ray PG, et al.

    Talanta Open, 8, 100256.

2022

  • Transition metallo-curcumin complexes: a new hope for endometriosis?

    Singh A, Ghosh P, Mukherjee S, Ojha AK, et al.

    Journal of Materials Chemistry B, 10(46), 9682-98.

  • High fibroin-loaded silk-PCL electrospun fiber

    Rajasekaran R, Dutta A, Ray PG, Seesala VS, Ojha AK, et al.

    Journal of Materials Chemistry B, 10(46), 9622-38.

  • Immunological profiling and development of a sensing device

    Choudhury P, Biswas S, Singh G, Pal A, Ghosh N, Ojha AK, et al.

    Bioelectrochemistry, 143, 107971.

2021

  • Future applications of electrospun nanofibers in pressure driven water treatment

    Kugarajah V, Ojha AK, et al.

    Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 9(2), 105107.

  • Monolith dental bridge by soft machining of dried ceramic dough

    Seesala VS, Vaidya PV, Rajasekharan R, Kumar Ojha A, et al.

    Frontiers in Dental Medicine, 2, 663219.

2017

  • Structural, morphological and mechanical investigations of in situ synthesized c-CeO2/α-Al2O3 composites

    Ojha AK, Ponnilavan V, Kannan S.

    Ceramics International, 43(1), 686-92.

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Book Chapters

2022

  • Conducting Polymer Based Biocomposites in Flexible Bioelectronics

    Rajasekaran R, Ojha AK, Kulkarni G, et al.

    In Bioelectronics, 373-393. CRC Press.

  • Nanoparticles and nanofluids: Characteristics and behavior aspects

    Kugarajah V, Ojha AK, Hadem H, et al.

    In Food, Medical, and Environmental Applications of Nanomaterials, 41-71. Elsevier.

  • Fabrication of nanomaterials

    Kugarajah V, Hadem H, Ojha AK, et al.

    In Food, Medical, and Environmental Applications of Nanomaterials, 1-39. Elsevier.

2021

  • Nanotheranostics: Nanoparticles applications, perspectives, and challenges

    Ojha AK, Rajasekaran R, Pandey AK, et al.

    In BioSensing, Theranostics, and Medical Devices: From Laboratory to Point-of-Care Testing, 345-76. Springer.

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Technical Expertise

01Biomaterial Synthesis:
Expertise in polymer synthesis, fabrication fiber by electro spinning, nanomaterials synthesis, and characterization.
02Computational Biology:
Proficiency in data analytics, bioinformatics, machine learning, molecular modeling, and protein-ligand docking.
03Cell Culture Techniques:
Skilled in working with primary human cells and cell lines, including isolation, expansion, and differentiation.
04Molecular Biology:
Experience with PCR, qPCR, Western blotting, ELISA, and gene expression analysis.
05Imaging:
Sophisticated capabilities, techniques and analytical/instrumental training.
063D Cell Culture Systems:
Hands-on experience in creating three-dimensional cell culture models for tissue engineering applications.
07Microscopy:
Proficient in light, fluorescence, confocal, and transmission electron microscopy.
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List Of collaborations:

  • Prof. Koel Chaudhury

    Role / DepartmentSchool of Medical Science and Technology (SMST)

    InstitutionIIT Kharagpur

  • Prof. Santanu Dhara

    Role / DepartmentSchool of Medical Science and Technology (SMST)

    InstitutionIIT Kharagpur

  • Dr. Jyotirmoy Chatterjee

    Role / DepartmentSchool of Medical Science and Technology (SMST)

    InstitutionIIT Kharagpur

  • Dr. Tapas Kumar Maiti

    Role / DepartmentDepartment of Biotechnology (BT)

    InstitutionIIT Kharagpur

    LocationIndia

  • Dr. Prolay Sharma

    Role / DepartmentDepartment of Biotechnology

    InstitutionIIEST, Shibpur

    LocationWest Bengal, India

  • Dr. Nimai Chandra Saha

    Role / DepartmentDepartment of Zoology

    InstitutionVidyasagar University

    LocationWest Bengal, India

  • Dr. Chinmay Patra

    InstitutionInstitute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar

    LocationOdisha, India

  • Dr. Nandini Sarkar

    InstitutionCSIR-CGCRI, Kolkata

    LocationWest Bengal, India

  • Dr. Neeladrisingha Das

    Role / DepartmentDepartment of Plastic Convergence Engineering

    InstitutionJeonbuk National University

    LocationSouth Korea

  • Dr. Samit Kumar Nandi

    InstitutionWBUAFS, Kolkata

    LocationIndia

  • Shri. Raghav Krishna

    InstitutionAmrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

    LocationIndia

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Leadership in Education

Focused on creating a transformative educational experience that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical conduct. Adopting education and healthcare theories that enhance the experience of education and healthcare for the benefits and prosperity of society.

Core Values in Education:

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    Knowledge gives humility

    विद्या ददाति विनयम्

    Vidya Dadati Vinayam

    Study with humility, comprehending knowledge is a lifelong journey.

  • 02

    Venerate teachers

    आचार्य देवो भव

    Acharya Devo Bhava

    Truly, wealth should provide prosperity for the whole through education.

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    Truth alone triumphs

    सत्यमेव जयते

    Satyameva Jayate

    Supremacy is only achieved when one is in harmony with existence.

  • 04

    The world is one family

    वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्

    Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam

    The whole world creates hospitable sanctuary for all citizens to receive wisdom.

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Community Engagement

Community service initiatives SARTH and Samvaad at IIT Kharagpur

Samvaad Initiative

SOCIAL HANDLES:

Samvaad envisions becoming a beacon of intellectual enlightenment, bridging the realms of culture, history, science, technology, and society. Samvaad aspires to be the catalyst for holistic student development and welfare, envisioning a campus where intellectual discourse transcends boundaries. Our vision is to create an inclusive platform where students, faculty, and external experts converge for enriching conversations across culture, history, science, technology, and society.

  • 01

    Educational Workshops:

    Conducting sessions to enhance skills and knowledge among underprivileged communities, focusing on practical and sustainable solutions to local challenges.

  • 02

    Cultural Exchange Programs:

    Organizing events that promote cultural understanding and collaboration between students and local residents, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose.

  • 03

    Resource Sharing:

    Facilitating the distribution of educational resources, health supplies, and other necessities to nearby communities, ensuring that the benefits of IIT Kharagpur's resources extend beyond the campus.

SARTH Initiative

SOCIAL HANDLES:

SARTH, a student-led community service initiative at IIT Kharagpur, focuses on environmental protection and sustainable development. Key activities include:

  • 01

    Tree Plantation Drives:

    Conducted annually on World Environment Day, SARTH has successfully planted hundreds of saplings across the campus, involving faculty, students, and staff in the effort to enhance campus greenery and promote environmental awareness.

  • 02

    Narda Sustainable Development Project:

    This initiative aimed at uplifting a tribal village school by providing essential educational materials, conducting creative workshops, and establishing a financial model for self-sustainability through leaf bowl manufacturing. This project not only supported the school but also empowered local women by providing them with employment opportunities.

  • 03

    Gopali Ashram Solid Waste Management Project:

    SARTH members worked with orphan children at the Gopali Ashram to promote hygiene and environmental consciousness. The project included building a biogas plant to utilize organic waste, which helped reduce LPG costs and supported the ashram's welfare activities.

सेवा परमो धर्मः

SEVA PARAMO DHARMAH

SERVICE IS THE HIGHEST DUTY