Department of Chemistry

Dr. Rafeeque P

Assistant Professor

Department of Chemistry

Biography

Dr. Rafeeque P.
Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry
Joined Farook College in 2012

Dr. Rafeeque P. is an esteemed faculty member in the Department of Chemistry at Farook College, where he has been serving since 2012. He holds a B.Sc. in Polymer Chemistry from NAM College, Kallikkandy (2004), and an M.Sc. in Chemistry from JJ College of Arts and Science, Pudukkottai (2006). He completed his Ph.D. at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Calicut, conducting significant research in polymer science from 2009 to 2012. Expanding his expertise internationally, he worked as a Visiting Researcher at the University of Leeds, UK, from 2010 to 2011.

Dr. Rafeeque’s research interests focus on Polymer Composites, Bioplastics, and Plastic Waste Management. He actively engages with the public through popular science articles in news dailies and periodicals, promoting awareness on pressing environmental issues and advancements in chemistry.

In addition to his teaching and research roles, Dr. Rafeeque has held several administrative and service positions at Farook College. He has served as:

  • IQAC Department Coordinator (2014-2020)
  • Warden of Iqbal Hostel (2015-2017)
  • NSS Programme Officer (2019-2023)
  • Convener of the Anti-Ragging Squad (2020 onwards)
  • Joint Convener of the Discipline Committee (2020-2023)
  • Deputy Coordinator of the NAAC Steering Committee (2023 onwards)

Dr. Rafeeque’s dedication to student welfare and community service earned him the prestigious Best NSS Programme Officer Award by the University of Calicut and the Government of Kerala for 2022-23.

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