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Sabu Thomas
Principal Investigator
Mahatma Gandhi University
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Polymer science, nanomaterials, composites, packaging, textiles
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Issued patents in polymer nanocomposites, EMI shielding and composite processing. Funded work spans graphene–silica coatings, green tyres and engineered nanostructures. Applies casting/molding and surface functionalization to textiles and sustainable packaging.
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Valorizing pectin extraction side-streams into high-value nanocellulose

Converts fibrous residue from citrus and apple pectin extraction into nanocellulose (CNF/CNC), a high-value material for packaging, composites, coatings, and cosmetics. A five-stage process handles natural feedstock vari...

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Novel lipid-integrated effervescent tablets for moisture-resistant drug delivery

A novel multi-layer tablet system combining sustained-release drug seeds with lipid, effervescent, and swellable membrane layers to solve moisture sensitivity and enable rapid, balloon-like drug delivery upon contact wit...

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High-performance micro and nano fibrillar composites from waste plastics for sustainable packaging

A novel recycling technology that transforms waste PET, PP, and PE from municipal solid waste into micro- and nano-fibrillar composites (MFC/NFC) with superior mechanical and chemical properties, offering a sustainable a...

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Lignosulfonate and plant extract antimicrobial disinfectant formulation

A novel disinfectant formulation combining sodium lignosulfonate with Nymphaea odorata plant extract, designed to combat multidrug-resistant bacteria. Leverages natural antimicrobial phytochemicals and food-grade preserv...

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Recyclable biofibre-based closures for paper beverage bottles

Sustainable closures for paper beverage bottles combining natural fibres with recyclable polymers such as starch, PLA, HDPE, and blended systems. Designed to replace conventional plastic caps, enabling fully recyclable f...

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PLA nanocomposite for enhanced food packaging applications

Introducing a PLA nanocomposite enhanced with nanocellulose for food packaging, offering improved mechanical and barrier properties. This biodegradable and recyclable material aims to replace petroleum-based plastics.

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Sabu Thomas
Principal Investigator
Mahatma Gandhi University
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Principal Investigator
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Biodegradable packagingFood packaging technologySustainable packaging materials
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NanomaterialsPolymer BehaviorTextiles
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