Double Distinction: Dr. Srinivasarao Yaragorla Elected Fellow of Royal Society of Chemistry and Telangana Academy of Sciences

We are thrilled to announce that Professor Srinivasarao Yaragorla, a renowned Synthetic Organic Chemist at the School of Chemistry, University of Hyderabad, has been elected as a Fellow of two prestigious academic bodies: the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC) and the Telangana Academy of Sciences (FTAS).

About Dr. Yaragorla’s Research:

– Synthetic Organic Chemistry: Developing new reactions utilizing π-activated alcohols, multicomponent reactions, C-H functionalization, and mechanochemistry

– Research Focus: Catalysis, strain-induced reactivity of cyclopropanes, and synthesis of biologically important molecules

– Publications: Over 90 research papers in reputed journals, including recent notable publications on calcium-catalyzed reactions and trifluoromethylation chemistry

Academic Background:

– Ph.D.: Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT), Hyderabad

– Postdoctoral Research: University of Minnesota, USA, and University of Hyderabad

– Previous Appointment: Central University of Rajasthan

Awards and Recognition:

– Chancellor’s Award, University of Hyderabad (2022)

– Associate Fellow, Indian Academy of Sciences (2019)

– Fast Track Young Scientist Grant, DST