Shovon Mandal
About Shovon Mandal
Shovon Mandal is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2015. He has a diverse academic background in physiology, biochemistry, ecology, and biotechnology, with a focus on microbial biofuel systems.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Shovon Mandal has served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2015. In this role, he focuses on advancing scientific research and innovation. His work contributes to the laboratory's mission of addressing complex scientific challenges and developing solutions in various fields.
Education and Expertise
Shovon Mandal holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Algal Biodiesel from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, where he studied from 2006 to 2011. He also earned a Master of Science in Botany with a specialization in Phycology from Visva-Bharati, completing his studies from 2002 to 2004. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor's degree in Botany/Plant Biology from Visva-Bharati, obtained from 1999 to 2002. His interdisciplinary training encompasses physiology, biochemistry, ecology, and biotechnology.
Previous Research Experience
Before joining Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Shovon Mandal worked as a Postdoctoral Scholar at the University of California, San Diego from 2011 to 2014. He also served as a Researcher at the University of Michigan for one year, from 2014 to 2015. Earlier in his career, he was a Doctoral Researcher at IIT Kharagpur from 2006 to 2011, where he focused on his doctoral studies.
Research Interests
Shovon Mandal aims to expand scientific knowledge in the field of microbial biofuels. His research is directed towards supporting and developing commercial microbial biofuel systems, reflecting his commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions.