We are proud to announce that Dr. C. Ravi Kumar, Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering and his collaborators have achieved a significant milestone with the publication of their Indian patent application.

We are proud to announce that Dr. C. Ravi Kumar, Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering and his collaborators have achieved a significant milestone with the publication of their Indian patent application.
Title: TiO2 nanoparticles enhanced formalin fixative to reduce formaldehyde evaporation and mitigate its harmful effects: A safer and novel method of tissue fixation in medical laboratories
Application No.: 202511040970 A
Date of Publication: 16 May 2025
This innovative method introduces the use of titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles in formalin fixatives to reduce toxic formaldehyde evaporation-offering a safer, more sustainable approach to tissue fixation in medical laboratories. A promising step towards improving occupational safety and advancing medical lab practices through nanotechnology.