Viva Voce – Denesh Mohan

The academic community celebrates a significant milestone today as Dr. Denesh Mohan successfully defended his doctoral research, officially earning the title of Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical & Process Engineering. In an impressive display of academic rigor and dedication, Dr. Denesh achieved two of the highest accolades a postgraduate can receive: an “Excellent Thesis” rating and the prestigious Graduate On Time (GOT) status.

Dr. Denesh’s research under supervision Dr. Mohd Shaiful Sajab, titled “Investigation of Bio-based Polymers from Lignin and Cellulose as Materials for Additive Manufacturing,” addresses a critical frontier in modern engineering. By exploring the potential of lignin and cellulose—byproducts often found in the pulp and paper industry, his work paves the way for more sustainable, bio-based materials in the 3D printing (additive manufacturing) sector. The findings of this thesis are expected to have a lasting impact on how the industry views green alternatives to traditional petroleum-based polymers, aligning with global goals for a circular economy.

With the completion of his PhD, Dr. Denesh Mohan stands at the threshold of a promising career in research and development. His expertise in bio-based materials and additive manufacturing positions him as a key figure in the next generation of chemical engineers driving sustainable innovation. Congratulations, Dr. Denesh Mohan, on this stellar accomplishment! Your hard work and dedication serve as an inspiration to fellow scholars and the engineering community at large.