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About the Department

The Department of Chemistry at RNSIT was established in the year 2001 during the inception of the Institution.

The department is devoted to teaching undergraduate students.

The Department is well equipped with lab facilities to meet the curriculum of Engineering Chemistry.The department is a Research & Development Centre approved by VTU since 2008 and makes it ideal for faculty to engage in research and pursue a PhD degree.

Vision

To meet the core requirement of chemistry in the field of science and technology

Mission

  • To impart fundamental knowledge and enhance advanced skills to students to meet global challenges.
  • To address day to day needs through research and development activity for eco-friendly solutions.
  • To take up research and consultancy work in collaboration with other institutions and universities.

HOD's Message

Welcome to the Department of Chemistry at RNS Institute of Technology.

Chemistry forms the foundation of engineering innovation. Every engineering discipline—whether Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, Electrical, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, or Computer Science—draws upon fundamental chemical principles to develop sustainable and technologically advanced solutions. Our department is committed to delivering a strong foundation in Engineering Chemistry while nurturing scientific curiosity, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills among our students.

Beyond classroom learning, we strongly believe that research is the driving force behind innovation. The department actively promotes interdisciplinary research in emerging areas such as advanced functional materials, nanotechnology, environmental sustainability, computational chemistry, artificial intelligence-assisted chemical analysis, smart sensing technologies, and sustainable water purification systems. Through collaborations with academic institutions, industries, and research organizations, we strive to develop solutions that address real-world challenges and contribute meaningfully to society.

A distinctive strength of our department is our emphasis on undergraduate research. We encourage students to engage in research activities from the early stages of their engineering education through laboratory projects, innovation challenges, internships, publications, patent development, and industry-oriented problem-solving. We firmly believe that exposing young minds to research not only enhances their technical competence but also cultivates creativity, leadership, and an entrepreneurial mindset.

As the Head of the Department, my vision is to transform the Department of Chemistry into a vibrant centre of academic excellence, impactful research, innovation, and lifelong learning. We are committed to creating an environment that inspires students to think critically, explore beyond conventional boundaries, and become responsible engineers capable of contributing to national development and global scientific progress.

I warmly invite students, faculty members, researchers, alumni, industry partners, and collaborators to join us in our pursuit of excellence as we continue to learn, innovate, and create knowledge for a sustainable future.

DR. DILEEP R

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