The October 14th Issue of Rubber Review is now online
Bangkok, Thailand – In this issue we have a conversation with Dr. Sreekala M. S. is one of India’s most influential polymer scientists, known for her pioneering work in green composites and biopolymers. With over 9,000 citations and recognition in Stanford University’s prestigious “Top 2% Scientists” list for five consecutive years, she stands at the forefront of sustainable materials research. Currently, she leads two cutting-edge schools at Mahatma Gandhi University – Polymer Science & Technology and Nanoscience & Nanotechnology – where she bridges academia with industry-driven innovation.
In this exclusive interview, Dr. Sreekala shares her inspiring academic journey, from her formative years under Prof. Sabu Thomas to her global research experiences in Germany and Japan. She discusses her breakthrough work in agro-fiber reinforced bioplastics, CO₂-capturing nanocellulose–MOF aerogels, and graphene-based tire materials—advancing sustainability through science.
She also reflects on mentorship, women’s leadership in STEM, and the growing need for academia–industry collaboration to shape a circular polymer economy. As a visionary educator and researcher, Dr. Sreekala emphasizes that polymer science must move “from pollution to solution”—transforming innovation into environmental responsibility.
Her story is both a testament and a roadmap: how passion, perseverance, and purpose can redefine the future of sustainable polymers.