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Vibhore Kumar Rastogi
Associate Professor
vibhore.rastogi[at]pt.iitr.ac.in
+91-1322714338
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Research Interests
1. Fiber molding, 2. Agro-waste valorization for various applications, 3. Antimicrobial packaging, 4. Recyclability of paper-plastic materials, 5. Biobased barrier coatings for food application, 7. Pulp mold for ceramic casting, 6. Production and surface modification of micro/nanofibrillated cellulose (MFC/NFC) and Industrial Applications, 8. Pulp & paper, Papermaking and Paper properties
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Educational Details
Albert Ludwig University of Freiburg, Germany
2016
PhD, Bio-based Materials Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India
2012
M.Tech, Pulp and Paper Engineering
Gautam Buddh Technical University (formerly UPTU), Lucknow, India
2010
B.Tech, Biotechnology
Professional Background
Associate Professor
18 Mar 2025 - Present
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India, India
Assistant Professor
04 May 2020 - 17 Mar 2025
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India
Postdoctoral Fellow
01 Nov 2018 - 31 Mar 2020
Aalto University, Finland
Postdoctoral Fellow
01 Nov 2016 - 31 Oct 2018
Empa, Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, Dübendorf, Switzerland
Master Thesis Worker
01 Sep 2011 - 31 May 2012
Dresden University of Technology, Germany
Research
Projects
TOPIC START DATE FIELD DESCRIPTION FINANCIAL OUTLAY FUNDING AGENCY OTHER OFFICERS
Paper based liquid Packaging 02 Dec 2021 Packaging Rs 17,00,000 IIT Roorkee (FIG) IITR/SRIC/2556/F.I.G
Biobased functional molded fiber packaging from regional agricultural residues 16 Sep 2024 Waste to Wealth Sustainable Packaging 8.32 Crore (1.5 Crore with IIT Roorkee) IGSTC 2+2




Patents

1.  V. Rastogi, A. Ahuja. A sustainable cross-linked shellac-based barrier coating on molded pulp products for rigid packaging. India, 202411031910 (Filled). 

 

Publications

  

# Refereed Journal Papers (SCI/SCIE Indexed):

 

34. S.S.B Neelisetty, A. Ahuja, R. Kleinert, F. Miletzky, A. Wagenführ, V. Rastogi. Potential of sustainable non-woody Miscanthus sinensis fibers in paper-making. Cellulose 2024. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10570-024-06143-w (IF= 5.70: Q1)

 

33. A. Ahuja, A. Singh, V. Rastogi. Thermal crosslinking kinetics of shellac and its coating for stiffened and water stable cellulose-based paper straws. Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 135076, August 2024. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.135076 (IF= 7.7: Q1)

 

32. A. Singh, A. Ahuja, M. Madan, D. Singh, V. Rastogi. Active packaging film of poly(lactic acid) incorporated with plant-based essential oils of Trachyspermum ammi as an antimicrobial agent and vanilla as an aroma corrector for waffles. Journal of Biological Macromolecules 2024, 278, part 4, 135086. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.135086 (IF= 7.7: Q1)

31. A. Ahuja, V. Rastogi. PFAS free, food-grade, water and grease-resistant coating based on crosslinked shellac for molded pulp products. Progress in Organic Coatings 2024, 192, 108734. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.porgcoat.2024.108734  (IF= 6.5: Q1)

30. A.M Dilsad, A. Ahuja, N. Gupta, S.K. Bachala, V. Rastogi. Analysing the impact of nanomaterials on the degradation behaviour of biopolymers: A comprehensive review. European Polymer Journal 2024, 214, 113189.  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2024.113189 (IF = 5.8: Q1)

29. P. Chauhan, A. Ahuja, D. Singh, A. Singh, M. Madan, V. Rastogi. Trachyspermum ammi, a plant-based antimicrobial agent for paper packaging in e-commerce for consumer safety. Progress in Organic Coatings 2024, 192, 108525.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.porgcoat.2024.108525 (IF= 6.5: Q1)

28. A. Ahuja, V. Rastogi. Physicochemical and thermal characterization of the edible shellac films incorporated with oleic acid to enhance flexibility, water barrier and retard aging. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules 2024, 269, 132136. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132136 (IF= 7.7: Q1) 

27. V. Singh, S.K. Bachala, M. Madan, A. Ahuja, V. Rastogi. A comprehensive comparison between synthetic and bio‑based wet‑strength additives for paper Manufacturing. Cellulose 2024https://doi.org/10.1007/s10570-024-05832-w (IF= 5.70: Q1) 

26. N. Gupta, M. Fiedler, M. Lang, S. Fischer, F. Miletzky, V. Rastogi. Potential of acetosolv pulping as an environment‑friendly pulping method for spruce, beech, miscanthus, and characterization of handsheets. Cellulose 2024. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10570-024-05850-8  (IF= 5.70: Q1) 

25. B.K. Mahur, A. Ahuja, S. Singh, P.K. Maji, V. Rastogi. Different nanocellulose morphologies (cellulose nanofibers, nanocrystals and nanospheres) extracted from Sunn hemp (Crotalaria Juncea). International Journal of Biological Macromolecules 2023, 253, 126657. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126657 (IF= 7.7: Q1) 

24. P. Samyn, V. Rastogi, N.S.S. Baba, J.V. Erps. Role of Nanocellulose in Light Harvesting and Artificial Photosynthesis. Catalysts 2023, 13, 986. https://doi.org/10.3390/catal13060986  (IF= 3.8: Q2)

 

23. N. Swain, P. Saini, S.S. Bhati, V. Rastogi. Biodegradable Stone Paper as a Sustainable Alternative to Traditional Paper: A Review.

Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials 2023.

https://doi.org/10.1007/s10904-023-02644-6  (IF= 3.9: Q2)

 

22. A. Ahuja, V. Rastogi. Spray coating of edible insect waxes for liquid food packaging. Applied Surface Science 2023, 624, 157150. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apsusc.2023.157150  (I.F = 6.3: Q1)

 

21. A. Ahuja, V. Rastogi. Shellac: From Isolation to Modification and Its Untapped   Potential in the Packaging Application. Sustainability 2023, 15(4), 3110. https://doi.org/10.3390/su15043110 (IF= 3.3: Q2)

 

20. H. Kumar, A. Ahuja, A. A. Kadam, V. Rastogi, Y. S. Negi. Antioxidant Film Based on Chitosan and Tulsi Essential Oil for Food Packaging. Food and Bioprocess Technology 2023, 16, 342–355. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11947-022-02938-6 (IF= 5.3: Q1)

 

19. A. Ahuja, P. Samyn, V. Rastogi. Paper bottles: potential to replace conventional packaging for liquid products. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, 2022, pg: N/A. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-022-03642-3 (IF= 3.5: Q2)

 

18. P.K. Mishra, A. Ahuja, B.K. Mahur, V. Rastogi. Valorization of nylon and viscose-rayon textile yarn wastes for fabricating nanocomposite films. Express Polymer Letters, 2022, Volume 17, No.2, 196–210. https://doi.org/10.3144/expresspolymlett.2023.14 (IF= 2.7: Q2)

 

17. P. Samyn, V. Rastogi. Stabilization of an Aqueous Bio-Based Wax Nano-Emulsion through Encapsulation. Nanomaterials, 2022, 12(23), 4329. https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/12/23/4329  (IF= 4.4: Q2)

 

16. A. Barhoum, V. Rastogi, B.K. Mahur, A. Rastogi, F. M. Haleem, P. Samyn. Nanocelluloses as new generation materials: natural resources, structure-related properties, engineering nanostructures, and technical challenges. Materials Today Chemistry, 2022, Volume 26, 101247. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mtchem.2022.101247 (IF= 6.7: Q1)

 

15. P.K. Mishra, A.M.D. Izrayeel, B.K. Mahur, A. Ahuja, V. Rastogi. A comprehensive review on textile waste valorization techniques and their applications. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2022, 29, 65962–65977. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-022-22222-6 (IF= 6.18: Q1)

 

14. N. Gupta, B.K. Mahur, A.M.D. Izrayeel, A. Ahuja, V. Rastogi. Biomass conversion of agricultural waste residues for different applications: a comprehensive review. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2022, 29, 73622–73647. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-022-22802-6 (IF= 6.18: Q1)

13. P. Sharma, A. Ahuja, A.M.D. Izrayeel, P. Samyn, V. Rastogi. Physicochemical and thermal characterization of poly (3-hydroxybutyrate-co-4-hydroxybutyrate) films incorporating thyme essential oil for active packaging of white bread. Food Control, 2022, 133, Part B, 108688. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodcont.2021.108688 (IF= 5.6: Q1)

12. V. Rastogi, P. Sturzenegger, U. Gonzenbach, M. Vetterli, M. Naikade, K. Kesari, J. Ruokolainene, J. Kuebler, G. Blugan. High precision pulp-based sacrificial molds: A solution towards mass production of hollow ceramic spheres for deep sea applications. Ceramics International, 2022, 48, 6, 8235-8244. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ceramint.2021.12.028 (IF= 5.1: Q1)

11. A. Karakoç, V. Rastogi, T. Isoaho, B. Tardy, J. Paltakari, OJ. Rojas. Comparative Screening of the Structural and Thermomechanical Properties of FDM Filaments Comprising Thermoplastics Loaded with Cellulose, Carbon and Glass Fibers. Materials, 2020, 13, 422. https://doi.org/10.3390/ma13020422  (IF = 3.1: Q2)

10. V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Novel processing of polyhydroxybutyrate with micro- to nanofibrillated cellulose and effect of fiber morphology on crystallization behaviour of composites, Express Polymer Letters, 2019, 14(2), 115-133. https://doi.org/10.3144/expresspolymlett.2020.11 (IF= 2.7: Q2)

9. V. Rastogi, B. Jiang, P. Sturzenegger, U. Gonzenbach, M. Vetterli, G. Blugan, J. Kuebler. A processing route for dip-coating and characterization of multi-structured ceramic foam, Ceramics International, 2019, 45(17), 21887-2189. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ceramint.2019.07.199  (IF = 5.1: Q1)

8. V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Synthesis of polyhydroxybutyrate particles with micro-to-nanosized structures and application as protective coating for packaging papers, Nanomaterials, 2017, 7(1) 5, 1-18. https://doi.org/10.3390/nano7010005 (IF= 4.4: Q2)

7. V. Rastogi, H. Großmann, A.K. Ray, I. Greiffenberg. Dependence of softness perception on tissue physical properties and development of neural model for predicting softness, IPPTA: Quarterly Journal of Indian Pulp and Paper Technical Association, 2017, 29(2), 128-135.

6. P. Samyn, D. Van Nieuwkerke, V. Rastogi, D. Stanssens. Influence of synthesis conditions on thermal release of palm oil as liquid core filled in polymeric nanoparticles, Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, 2017, 130 (3), 1973-1986. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10973-017-6519-6  (IF = 3.0: Q2)

5. V. Rastogi, D. Stanssens, P. Samyn. Reaction efficiency and retention of poly(styrene-co-maleimide) nanoparticle deposits on fibrillated cellulose surfaces, Carbohydrates Polymers, 2016, 141, 244-252. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2016.01.018  (IF = 10.7: Q1)

4. P. Samyn, D. Nieuwkerke, V. Rastogi, D. Stanssens. Tuning thermal release kinetics of soy oil from organic nanoparticles using variable synthesis conditions, Particuology, 2016, 26, 54-65. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.partic.2015.12.008 (IF = 4.1: Q2)

3. V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Bio-based coatings for paper applications. Coatings, 2015, 5, 887-930. https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings5040887 (Best Review Paper Award 2016, (IF = 3.4: Q2)

2. V. Rastogi, D. Stanssens, P. Samyn. Mechanism for tuning the hydrophobicity of microfibrillated cellulose films by controlled thermal release of encapsulated wax, Materials, 2014, 7(11), 7196-7216. https://doi.org/0.3390/ma7117196  (IF = 3.1: Q2)

1.   V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Novel production method for in-situ hydrophobization of a microfibrillated cellulose network, Materials Letters, 2014, 120, 196-199. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2014.01.060 (IF = 2.7: Q3)

 

 # Conference Papers and Abstract Published in National/International Conference Proceedings:

 

   32. V. Rastogi. New trends in Paper and its products: Towards Sustainability. Workshop organized by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) on “New Trends in the pulp and paper industries and role of standards” New Delhi, 25 July 2024.

    31. A. Ahuja, & V. Rastogi. Utilization of Shellac-based products for paper-based     packaging for liquid products. In: International Chemical Engineering Conference on Energy, Environment and Sustainability (ICECEES-2024), Roorkee, 2024.

30. A. Ahuja, & V. Rastogi. Effect of annealing to modulate structuring of wax mixture for tailoring hydrophobicity of wax mixture coated papers. In: Research Scholars Day (RSD-2024), Roorkee, 2024.

29. S.R. Singh, M.K. Shaw, & V. Rastogi. Improving recyclability of dispersion and hot melt extrusion coated paper by RELCOAT. In: Institute Research Day (IRDC-2024), Roorkee, 2024.

28. A. Ahuja, P. Sharma, B.K. Mahur, P. Mishra, & V. Rastogi. Integrating Natural and Waste Resources to Create Pathways for Sustainable Packaging Aligned with SDGs. In: Institute Research Day (IRDC-2024), Roorkee, 2024. Second Prize for best poster presentation.

27. D. Singh, A. P Borakoty, V. Rastogi. Research Scholar day on “Production of Bioplastic (Polyhydroxybuytrate) by bacillus subtitlus utilising waste biomass” conducted by Polymer Department IIT Roorkee 12 March 2024. First prize for best poster presentation.

26. V. Rastogi. Decarbonisation E-Commerce: Paving the way to a low carbon economy. World Sustainable Development Summit organized by Amazon, 23 February 2023.

25. A. Ahuja, & V. Rastogi. Shellac Wax and Beeswax mixture for surface sizing of paper. In:16th International Conference on Pulp and Paper Industry (Paperex) 2023.

24. S. R. Singh, M.K. Shaw, & V. Rastogi. Improving recyclability of dispersion and hot melt extrusion coated paper by RELCOAT. In:16th International Conference on Pulp and Paper Industry (Paperex) 2023.

23. D. Singh, R. Yadav, V. Rastogi. International conference on “Ic2IS” Science Dialectica on 25 February 2023.

22. D. Singh, V. Rastogi. International conference on “BIOHEAL” conducted by IIT Roorkee on 13 April 2023.

 21. D. Singh, A. S. Parmar, V. Rastogi. International conference on “BIOMATERIALS, REGENERATIVE MEDICINE, AND DEVICES” conducted by IIT Guwahati on 15 December 2022.

20. P. Samyn, J. Bosmans, P. Cosemans, V. Rastogi. Bio-based Barrier Coatings on Paper with Polyhydroxyalkanoates: A View on Opportunities and Challenges. PTS COATING SYMPOSIUM, 7 September, Dresden, Germany, 2021

19. V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Compression Molding of Polyhydroxybutyrate Nano-composite Films as Coating on Paper Substrates, Proceedings of 2nd Coatings and Interfaces Web Conference (MDPI), 2020. https://doi.org/10.3390/CIWC2020-06797

18. P. Samyn, V. Rastogi. Formulation and processing of PHB with fibrillated cellulose for nanocomposite films and paper coatings, 1st PHA World Congress, p. 41, Köln, Germany, 2018.

17. P. Samyn, V. Rastogi. Synthesis of PHB micro- to nanoscale particles for bio-based packaging, 14th International Conference of Renewable Resources and Biorefineries, Ghent, Belgium, 2018.

16. V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Surface Functionalization of Fibrillated Cellulose by Nanoparticle Deposition and Use as Paper Coating Additive, PTS Faserstoff Symposium, Dresden, Germany, 2015

15. P. Samyn, V. Rastogi. PHB/NFC blends for composite and coating applications, 23rd annual meeting of the Bio-Environmental Polymer Society, (BEPS 2015), p. 27, Karlsruhe, Germany, 2015.

14. P. Samyn, V. Rastogi, D. Stanssens. Fibrillar nanocellulose with sustained release of encapsulated wax from nanoparticle deposits, 4th EPNOE International Polysaccharide Conference, p. 45, Warsaw, Poland, 2015.

13. V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Improvements in mechanical properties polyhydroxybutyrate by nanocellulose additives, 8th European Symposium on Biopolymers ESBP2015, p. 128, Rome, Italy, 2015.

12. P. Samyn, T. Herberger, V. Rastogi. Formulation and characterization of PHB/NFC blends for potential thermoforming applications, p. 75, Biopolymers and Bioplastics Conference, San Francisco, USA, 2015.

11. V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Fully bio-based protective coating for packaging papers, 11th Coatings Science International COSI, p. 126-130, Noordwijk, The Netherlands, 2015.

10. P. Samyn, V. Rastogi. Chemical surface homogeneity of an organic nanoparticle coating analyzed by secondary ion mass spectroscopy and imaging, 11th Coatings Science International COSI, Noordwijk, The Netherlands, 2015.

9. V. Rastogi, T. Herberger, P. Samyn. Crystallization behaviour and thermal properties of bio-based PHB/NFC nanocomposite blends, Biopolymer Materials and Engineering (BiMatE), Slovenj Gradec, Slovenia, 2015.

8. V. Rastogi, T. Herberger, P. Samyn. Nanofibrillated cellulose as a nucleating agent to improve polyhydroxyalkanoates crystallization behavior, Macromolecular Colloquium, Freiburg, Germany, 2015.

7. V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Improvement in barrier resistance properties of microfibrillated cellulose nanocomposite films, Materials Science and Engineering - MSE Conference, Darmstadt, Germany, 2014.

6. V. Rastogi, D. Stanssens, P. Samyn. Hydrophobic surface modification of softwood cellulose nanofibers through nanoparticle deposition, 10th Congress for Biobased Materials, Natural Fibres and WPC (Biopolymers 2014), Stuttgart, Germany, 2014.

5. P. Samyn, V. Rastogi. Bio-mimicking of superhydrophobic surfaces with structured polyhydroxybutyrate particles, International conference on bio-friendly polymers and polymer additives, p. 62, Budapest, Hungary, 2014. Poster Award.

4. P. Samyn, V. Rastogi. Thermally controlled release of plant wax from nanocomposite films of microfibrillated cellulose, International conference on bio-friendly polymers and polymer additives, p. 62, Budapest, Hungary, 2014.

3. V. Rastogi, H. Taheri, P. Samyn. A novel production method for hydrophobized microfibrillated cellulose, 4th International Conference of Biodegradable and Biobased Polymers (Biopol – 2013), Rome, Italy, 2013.

2. H. Taheri H, V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Production and rheology of microfibrillated cellulose (MFC) dispersions under different homogenization conditions, 4th International Conference of Biodegradable and Biobased Polymers (Biopol – 2013), Rome, Italy, 2013.

1. H. Taheri, V. Rastogi, P. Samyn. Production and characterization of microfibrillated cellulose (MFC) as valuable additive for biocomposites, 22nd Internal Kolloquium Freiburger Materialforschungszentrum (FMF), Schluchsee, Germany, 2013.

Honors And Awards
Honors
Department of Polymer and Process Engineering, IIT Roorkee
2024
First prize for best poster presentation
Institute Research Day (IRDC-2024), Roorkee
2024
Second Prize for best poster presentation
IIT Roorkee
2022
First Prize for Best Bhawan's Day Celebration 2022 (during tenure of Warden 2021-2022)
IIT Roorkee
2021
Significant Contributions of Malviya and Indra Bhawan during COVID 2021 (during tenure of Warden 2020-2021)
MDPI, Basel, Switzerland
2016
Coatings Best Review Paper Award
BPPA 14, Budapest
2014
Best Poster Award
Ministry of Health Research and Development, India
2010
GATE Scholarship
German Academic Exchange Service, Germany
2011
DAAD Master Sandwich Scholarship
MemberShips
BIS
01 Aug 2020 - Present
Member of BIS Technical Committee CHD-15 (Paper and its Products)
Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI)
30 Aug 2024 - Present
Member
Indian Pulp & Paper Technical Association (IPPTA)
30 Aug 2024 - Present
Member
BIS
01 Aug 2020 - Present
Member of BIS Technical Committee CHD-16 (Paper based packaging materials)
Teaching Engagements
Teaching Engagements
Printing Technology ( PPN-545 )
Autumn
Nanotechnology Application in Packaging ( PPN-568 )
Spring
Paper Making ( PPN-504 )
Spring
Students
SuperVisions
Utilization of naturally occurring shellac-based materials for paper-based packaging of liquid products
17 Aug 2020 - Present
Other Supervisors: , Scholar: Arihant Ahuja (PMRF fellow, PhD)
Bacterial biopolymer for various application
18 Jul 2022 - Present
Other Supervisors: , Scholar: DIMPLE SINGH (PhD)
Synthesis, characterization and application of polymeric resin for printing and packaging application
18 Jul 2022 - Present
Other Supervisors: , Scholar: BRAHMA PRAKASH (PhD)
Extraction of Bioactive compounds and their application in packaging
14 Jul 2023 - Present
Other Supervisors: , Scholar: Manisha Madan (PhD)
Packaging of Spices
11 Jul 2024 - Present
Other Supervisors: , Scholar: Ananya Mathur (PhD)
Value added paper products
11 Jul 2024 - Present
Other Supervisors: , Scholar: Saurabh Bassi (PhD)
Associate Scholars
Nikhil Gupta (M.Tech 2018-2020, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Utilization of agro residues in pulp and paper making (co-guide)
Jyoti Singh (M.Tech 2018-2020, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Blending of cotton stalk fiber with bagasse for paper making (co-guide)
Palak Sharma (M.Tech 2019-2021, Packaging Technology)
IIT Roorkee (Gold Medalist)
Active packaging for shelf-life extension of bakery products
Anuj Jain (M.Tech 2020-2022, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Effect of hemicellulose content on the properties of bio-composites
Ansari M. Dilsad (M.Tech 2020-2022, Packaging Technology)
IIT Roorkee (DAAD KOSPIE student at TU Dresden, Germany)
Investigation of recyclability of bio-based coatings on fiber based substrates
Bhupendra Mahur (M.Tech 2020-2022, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
A Study on the Effects of Acid Concentration on the Properties of Nanocellulose Extracted from Sunn Hemp (Crotalaria Juncea) by Acid Hydrolysis
Prince Mishra (M.Tech 2020-2022, Packaging Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Textile waste utilization for producing a packaging material
Nitin Gupta (M.Tech 2020-2022, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee (DAAD KOSPIE student at TU Dresden, Germany)
Potential of pulps after Acetosolv digestion for the functionalization of paper products
Aadil Hamid Bhat (M.Tech 2021-2023, Packaging Technology)
IIT Roorkee (DAAD KOSPIE student at TU Dresden, Germany)
Investigation of curved folding of natural fibre-based materials for application in transport packaging
Rushikesh S. Mundane (M.Tech 2021-2023, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee (DAAD KOSPIE student at TU Dresden, Germany)
Enzyme-assisted microfibrillation of pulp by using micro-grinder
Manish Kumar Shaw (M.Tech 2021-2023, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Recycling feasibility of paper-based packaging
Pankaj Chauhan (M.Tech 2021-2023, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Antimicrobial paper for secondary/ tertiary packaging applications
Anamika Singh (M.Tech 2022-2024, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Active packaging film of Poly(lactic acid) incorporated with plant-based essential oils of Trachyspermum ammi as an antimicrobial agent and Vanilla as an aroma corrector for Waffles
Arvindra Rajpali (M.Tech 2022-2024, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
STORAGE AND HANDLING OF AGRO-WASTE MATERIAL FOR PAPER MAKING
Ayyan P Borkakoty (M.Tech 2022-2024, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Utilization of Agro-waste for paper based applications and Desilication
Kamal Kumar (M.Tech 2022-2024, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
High Strength Paper from Indigenous Non-woody Material
Sudhanshu Ranjan Singh (M.Tech 2022-2024, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Improving recyclability of hot melt extrusion coated paper by RELCOAT SOLUTION
Varsha Singh (M.Tech 2022-2024, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Replacing synthetic wet strength with bio-based additives in tea bags
Vinayak Srivastava (M.Tech 2022-2024, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee (DAAD KOSPIE student at TU Dresden, Germany)
Chemical valorization of lignocellulose biomass for Biorefinery application
Sesha S.B Neelisetty (M.Tech 2022-2024, Packaging Technology)
IIT Roorkee (DAAD KOSPIE student at TU Dresden, Germany)
Optimizing the utilization of non-woody Miscanthus fibers in papermaking
Satish Kumar Bachala (M.Tech 2022-2024, Packaging Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Aging and degradation of Shellac films
Divyam Goel (M.Tech 2023-2025, Packaging Technology)
IIT Roorkee
High strength paper for cement packaging
Prafful Chaturvedi (M.Tech 2023-2025, Packaging Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Transparent papers for packaging
Akash Gupta (M.Tech 2023-2025, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Process strategies for high yield pulping of non-wood fibers
Sanju Kumar (M.Tech 2023-2025, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Bio-based wet strength agent for paper applications
ROHIT RAJIV BHAMARE (M.Tech 2023-2025, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Antimicrobial agent for papermaking
YAWAR AHMAD SHEIKH (M.Tech 2023-2025, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
PFAS free Oil and Grease resistance for paper
SANDESH G. PARDESHI (M.Tech 2023-2025, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee
Pulp molding
AHMAD M RAYEEN (M.Tech 2023-2025, Paper Technology)
IIT Roorkee (DAAD KOSPIE student at TU Dresden, Germany)
Biorefinery of cellulosic materials
Miscellaneous
Events
Tissue Papermaking Training
01 Jan 2019 - 06 Jan 2019
Valmet Karlstad Learning Centre, Sweden
Administrative Positions
DRC Chairman
22 Apr 2022 - Present
Department of Paper Technology, IIT Roorkee
DFSC Convener
01 Dec 2023 - Present
Department of Paper Technology, IIT Roorkee
Faculty Incharge for Paper Laboratory
01 Jul 2023 - Present
Department of Paper Technology, IIT Roorkee
DAC member
01 Jul 2023 - Present
Department of Paper Technology, IIT Roorkee
Faculty Incharge for Central Store
12 Oct 2022 - Present
IIT Roorkee Saharanpur Campus
Faculty Incharge for Auditorium and Guest House
01 Jan 2023 - Present
IIT Roorkee Saharanpur Campus
Warden Malviya and Indira Bhawan
01 Jul 2020 - 30 Jun 2022
IIT Roorkee Saharanpur Campus
Faculty In-charge for No Dues
01 Jul 2020 - Present
Department of Paper Technology, IIT Roorkee
Faculty In-Charge for Computers
15 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2022
IIT Roorkee Saharanpur Campus
DFSC Convener
01 Jul 2020 - 30 Jan 2023
Department of Paper Technology, IIT Roorkee
Other work

- REVIEWER for International Journals, 1) Materials, 2) Coatings, 3) Forests, 4) Nanomaterials, 5) Polymers, 6) BioResources, 7) Express Polymers Letters, 8) Cellulose, 9) IJBM, 10) Scientific Reports, 11) ACS Applied Polymer Materials. 

ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Vibhore_Rastogi2 

Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/vibhore-rastogi-54a44a5a/

Interested PhD and Post-docs

Interested and Motivated students for internship, Master thesis, PhD and Post-Docs are welcome to contact me via mail to join my research group following institute guidelines.