Battula Durga Siva Deeraj is an active researcher in the field of multi-functional polymer composites working under the guidance of Prof. Kuruvilla Joseph. He completed his M. Tech in Materials Science and Technology and submitted his Ph.D thesis in April, 2022. He has co-authored several international peer reviewed journal articles and book chapters. His research areas include toughened epoxy composites, electrospun carbon fibers and EMI shielding materials. He is a vibrant researcher and peer reviewer for international prublishers.