Sri Varshini Murugan
Sri's PhD research focuses on the design and synthesis of 2D and 3D covalent organic frameworks (COFs).
Chemistry PhD student
School of Chemical and Physical Sciences
Profile
I'm a full-time PhD candidate in the School of Chemical and Physical Sciences at Victoria University, working with the Porous Materials Group. My doctoral research focuses on the surfactant-assisted synthesis of covalent organic frameworks (COFs)—a class of porous, crystalline materials with promising applications in gas storage, separation, and catalysis. By investigating how surfactants influence the nucleation and growth of COFs, my work aims to enhance the structural control, crystallinity, and performance of these frameworks.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science, Bharathiar University
Master of Science, Bharathiar University
Research interests
Design and synthesis of 2D and 3D covalent organic frameworks (COFs), surfactant-assisted synthesis with a focus on eco-friendly method development, gas adsorption and separation, and functional materials for environmental applications.
PhD topic
Development of surfactant- and modulator-assisted methods for controlled synthesis of 2D and 3D covalent organic frameworks
Supervisors
Dr Luke Liu, School of Chemical and Physical Sciences
Dr Ben Yin, University of Canterbury