Nirmala College in Muvattupuzha has been awarded a patent for a new discovery in the field of chemistry. The patent was awarded to Dr. Jyothish Kuthanapillil, chemistry faculty member, and Anjali Raju, a research student, for developing liquid crystalline products using cardanol, a natural phenol found in cashew nut shells. This innovative discovery holds potential applications in diverse fields, including displays and pharmaceuticals, and could inspire further research and development of new materials.
