Regular biography
GOVINDARAJAN Nitish is an Assistant Professor at Nanyang Technological University, School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB). His research interests include atomistic simulations, electrocatalysis, and scientific machine learning. He is affiliated with the department of CHEM and holds an office in CCEB-06-06. His profile can be accessed through the CCEB faculty and staff page.
Scholar-generated biography
Nitish Govindarajan is an Assistant Professor at NTU Singapore, specializing in electrochemistry, atomistic simulations, catalysis, and energy conversion. His research focuses on understanding electrochemical processes, particularly the role of pH in electrochemical CO reduction and electrolyte effects in CO2 electroreduction. He investigates mechanisms for sustainable energy conversion, including hydrogen production pathways and O–O bond formation in water oxidation. His work combines first-principles kinetics with experimental data to guide catalyst design and improve electrocatalytic activity. Govindarajan also explores reaction mechanisms in furfural hydrogenation and Kolbe electrolysis, emphasizing the impact of solvent and ligand flexibility on electrochemical performance.