Ionic Liquid–Based Surfactant Science – Formulation, Characterization and Applications

Bidyut K. Paul, PhD, is a Professor at Surface and Colloid Science Laboratory of Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata, India. He obtained Ph. D degree in Science (Physical Chemistry) from Jadavpur University. He has published 42 original research papers, six review articles, four book chapters, and one edited book. He has served as a Member of organizing committee of various national and international conferences. Professor Paul is one of the Associate Editors of the Journal of Surface Science and Technology. Satya P. Moulik, PhD, DSc, is Fellow and Honorary Scientist, Indian National Science Academy and Emeritus Professor of Chemistry at the Centre for Surface Science, Jadavpur University, Kolkata. He is the Editorial Advisor of the Journal of Surface Science and Technology, Associate Editor of Journal of Surfactants and Detergents, and the former President of the Indian Society for Surface Science and Technology. He has published 344 original research papers, 13 review articles, six book chapters and one edited book. Professor Moulik has been associated with different national and international conferences as Chairperson/ Member of the organizing committees.