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Suresh VALIYAVEETTIL is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the National University of Singapore. His research interests include Organic Synthesis, Polymer Science, and Materials Science. His profile page provides further details on his academic and research activities.
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Suresh Valiyaveettil is a Professor of Chemistry at the National University of Singapore, specializing in material science with a focus on nanotoxicity, nanomaterials, conjugated polymers, biomineralization, and their health impacts. His research explores the cytotoxic and genotoxic effects of silver nanoparticles, microplastics, and other nanomaterials on human cells and zebrafish models. He also investigates the synthesis and applications of functionalized cellulose, graphene-based composites, and anion receptors. His work addresses environmental and biological safety concerns related to engineered nanomaterials, including DNA damage, p53-mediated responses, and biomineralization processes. Valiyaveettil's research integrates advanced analytical techniques such as scanning tunneling microscopy to study molecular interactions and polymerization mechanisms.