Pooja Mathur | Pharmaceutics | Excellence in Research Award

Pooja Mathur | Pharmaceutics | Excellence in Research Award

GD Goenka University | India

Dr. Pooja Mathur is an accomplished academic and researcher in Pharmaceutics with advanced doctoral training and extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic coordination. She has contributed significantly to pharmaceutical sciences through high-impact publications, books, patents, and interdisciplinary research. Her research interests include nanoformulations, drug delivery systems, phytopharmaceuticals, oncology therapeutics, and translational nanomedicine. She actively serves as a reviewer for reputed international journals and has received multiple recognitions for academic excellence, research output, and institutional contributions, reflecting her strong commitment to innovation and scholarly leadership.

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Sunitha Karunakaran | Veterinary Microbiology | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Sunitha Karunakaran | Veterinary Microbiology | Research Excellence Award

Animal Husbandry Department Kerala | India

Dr. Sunitha Karunakaran is a senior veterinary professional with advanced training in veterinary microbiology and extensive service in the Department of Animal Husbandry, Kerala. With wide experience in laboratory diagnostics, disease surveillance, and molecular techniques, her work focuses on bacterial and tick-borne pathogens affecting livestock and companion animals. She has led and contributed to multiple research and development initiatives, published widely, and received state-level professional recognition. Her contributions significantly strengthen animal health, disease control, and food safety systems.

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Udit Mamodiya | Solar energy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Udit Mamodiya | Solar energy | Best Researcher Award

Poornima University | India

Dr. Udit Mamodiya is an accomplished academic and researcher with over 11 years of experience in teaching, research, innovation, and academic administration. His research expertise spans renewable energy systems, smart solar photovoltaic technologies, industrial automation, IoT-enabled intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, and machine learning applications. He has made significant contributions through more than 60 SCI/Scopus/UGC CARE indexed publications, accumulating over 600 citations with a strong h-index. Dr. Mamodiya has been instrumental in securing major funded projects, including an AICTE-supported IDEA Lab, fostering innovation and product development ecosystems. His innovation portfolio includes 50+ published patents, multiple granted patents, design patents, and registered copyrights. He has authored and edited numerous engineering textbooks and conference proceedings and has actively contributed as an editor, reviewer, technical program committee member, and conference organizer for several international platforms. His work demonstrates strong alignment with sustainable energy, smart systems, and technology-driven societal impact.

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Agentic AI-Enhanced Virtual Reality for Adaptive Immersive Learning Environments


Mesopotamian Journal of Computer Science, 2025-10-10
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Shambhavi Sinha | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Shambhavi Sinha | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

NIT Karnataka | India

Shambhavi Sinha is a geotechnical engineering researcher specializing in soil and rock mechanics, mining geomechanics, and sustainable construction materials. With advanced training in geotechnical engineering, she has academic teaching experience and strong exposure to experimental investigations, numerical analysis, and field-oriented engineering studies. Her research integrates soil reinforcement techniques, slope stability, and data-driven approaches, reflected in peer-reviewed journals, conferences, and book chapters. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary geotechnical research aimed at practical and sustainable engineering solutions.

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Kumar, M., Avchar, A., Sinha, S., & Swamy, S. V. (2026). Integrated approaches for pillar design and stability assessment in underground hard rock mining: From empirical models to machine learning. Physics and Chemistry of the Earth, Parts A/B/C. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pce.2025.104235

Sinha, S., Tripathi, A. K., Avchar, A., & Kumar, M. (2025). Influence of angle of internal friction and slope face angle on kinematic failures in marble mines: A predictive approach. Indian Geotechnical Journal. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40098-025-01255-x

Naveen Chauhan | Physics | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Naveen Chauhan | Physics | Research Excellence Award

Physical Research Laboratory | India

Luminescence Dating, Geochronology, Quaternary Chronology, Radiation Dosimetry, Crystal Defect Dynamics, Monte Carlo Simulation, Paleoclimate Studies, Sediment Provenance, Feldspar Luminescence, Quartz Luminescence, Spatial Dose Modeling, Geo-morphological Modeling, Environmental Monitoring, Earth Surface Processes, Space Dosimetry, Archaeological Chronology, Multispectral Luminescence, Dose Rate Estimation, Sedimentary Systems, Luminescence Protocols, Post Violet Infrared Luminescence, TL OSL Systems, Radiation Interaction Studies, Spectroscopic Studies, Dosimetric Applications, Experimental Physics, Geological Modeling, Climate Impact Studies, Himalayan Geochronology, River Basin Sedimentation, Instrumentation Development, Scientific Mentoring, International Collaboration, Environmental Reconstruction, Paleoerosion Rates, Lithic Assemblage Dating, Optical Sensitivity Analysis, SAR Paleodoses, Interdisciplinary Research, Earth System Science

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DFT investigations of major defects in quartz crystal: Implications for luminescence and ESR dosimetry and dating


Radiation Physics and Chemistry (preprint on arXiv) · Article · Cited by 0

Structure–defect–luminescence correlation in Cr3+-doped Zn2TiO4

Materials Science and Engineering B · Article · Cited by 0


On the sensitivity normalization for blue stimulated luminescence of quartz


Radiation Physics and Chemistry · Article · Cited by 0
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Jassi Sharma | Geoinformatics | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Jassi Sharma | Geoinformatics | Research Excellence Award

The National Remote Sensing Centre | India

Jassi Sharma is a geospatial science professional with strong expertise in geo-informatics, remote sensing, and machine learning applications for environmental and natural resource assessment. Academically trained in Geo-informatics and Information Technology, she has developed a solid foundation in spatial analysis, programming, and data-driven modeling. Her professional experience spans national research institutions, where she has contributed to large-scale watershed development, forest productivity, and agricultural resilience programs. She is proficient in advanced geospatial tools such as ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine, MaxEnt, and R, with hands-on experience in land use–land cover analysis, time-series studies, species distribution modeling, climate impact assessment, and statistical analysis. Her research portfolio includes multiple peer-reviewed publications in reputed international journals, focusing on climate change, invasive species dynamics, flood mapping, vegetation–climate interactions, and ecosystem monitoring. Recognized for academic excellence, she has achieved top academic distinction at the postgraduate level and has been acknowledged for leadership and teaching-related contributions during her academic journey. Her research interests lie at the intersection of geospatial technologies, machine learning, climate change, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable resource management. With a balanced blend of research rigor, technical proficiency, and collaborative experience, she continues to contribute meaningfully to applied geospatial research aimed at supporting evidence-based environmental planning and policy development.

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Sharma, J., Solomon Raju, B. (2025). Spatio-temporal dynamics in Bhitarkanika mangroves amid climate change showcasing the resilience and vulnerability due to cyclonic events. Next Sustainability.

Garai, S., Mishra, Y., Malakar, A., Kumar, R., Singh, R., Sharma, J., & Tiwari, S. (2023). Buchanania cochinchinensis (Lour.) M.R. Almedia habitat exhibited robust adaptability to diverse socioeconomic scenarios in eastern India. Research Square. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-2863372/v1

Garai, S., Mishra, Y., Malakar, A., Kumar, R., Singh, R., Sharma, J., & Tiwari, S. (2023). Buchanania cochinchinensis (Lour.) M.R. Almedia habitat exhibited robust adaptability to diverse socioeconomic scenarios in eastern India. Environmental Monitoring and Assessment. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10661-023-11611-0

Garai, S., Khatun, M., Singh, R., Sharma, J., Pradhan, M., Ranjan, A., Rahaman, S. M., Khan, M. L., & Tiwari, S. (2022). Assessing correlation between rainfall, normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI) and land surface temperature (LST) in Eastern India. Safety in Extreme Environments, 4(2), 119–127. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42797-022-00056-2

Sharma, J., Singh, R., Garai, S., Rahaman, S. M., Khatun, M., Ranjan, A., Mishra, S. N., & Tiwari, S. (2022). Climate change and dispersion dynamics of the invasive plant species Chromolaena odorata and Lantana camara in parts of central and eastern India. Ecological Informatics, 72, 101824. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecoinf.2022.101824

Surya Prakash Mishra | Robotics | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Surya Prakash Mishra | Robotics | Research Excellence Award

National Institute of Technology, Rourkela | India

Surya Prakash Mishra is a motivated mechanical engineering researcher with strong expertise in intelligent robotic systems, mechanical design, and control engineering. Currently pursuing advanced doctoral research at a premier national institute, he holds a postgraduate specialization in Machine Design and Analysis and a foundational degree in Mechanical Engineering. His academic and research journey reflects a blend of theoretical depth and practical competence in robotics, CAD/CAE, optimization algorithms, and control strategies. His research work focuses on autonomous and intelligent robotic platforms, particularly autonomous underwater vehicles, integrating hybrid PID control with metaheuristic optimization techniques such as nature-inspired algorithms. He has also contributed to advanced mechanical system design, including high-load bearing systems, sustainable engineering solutions like refuse-derived fuel from municipal waste, and multiple CAD-driven design projects. With extensive experience as a CAD engineer, product design engineer, technical trainer, faculty member, and project consultant, he has actively contributed to industry-oriented training and academic mentoring. His technical proficiency spans robotics simulation, mechanical analysis, CNC manufacturing, and reverse engineering. Recognized for academic excellence, innovation activities, and competitive achievements, his work reflects interdisciplinary thinking and problem-solving ability. Overall, his profile represents a committed researcher and educator dedicated to advancing intelligent systems, sustainable engineering solutions, and next-generation mechanical and robotic technologies.

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Mishra, S. P., Parhi, D. R., & Sahoo, A. K. (2025). Integration of white shark algorithm with PID in U-ROV navigation for enhanced obstacle avoidance. Ocean Engineering. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2025.122501

Bhagya Bhutani | Business | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Bhagya Bhutani | Business | Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi | India

Bhagya Bhutani is a doctoral researcher at a premier Indian institute, specializing in finance and sustainability with a strong interdisciplinary orientation. With a solid academic foundation in commerce, she has consistently demonstrated academic excellence across undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Her research agenda centers on corporate social responsibility, sustainability, greenwashing, and their implications for firm risk, return, investor confidence, and long-term financial performance. She has published in reputed international journals and has multiple manuscripts under review with top-tier ABDC-ranked outlets, reflecting the rigor and relevance of her work. Her scholarship contributes to understanding the mechanisms that drive or restrain opportunistic sustainability disclosures and their capital market consequences. Alongside research, she has substantial teaching and academic support experience, having assisted in curriculum design and delivery of advanced finance and financial technology topics such as blockchain, digital payments, and AI in finance, while mentoring postgraduate students. She has also collaborated on policy-oriented and industry-linked projects, including work with government platforms and empirical studies on mergers, acquisitions, and capital structure. A qualified national-level research fellow, she actively engages with the global academic community through presentations at leading national and international conferences and by reviewing for high-impact journals. Overall, her profile reflects a commitment to impactful, policy-relevant research that bridges finance, sustainability, and technology.

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Bhutani, B., & Jain, S. (2025). Navigating three decades: Corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and risk. Journal of Business Strategy. https://doi.org/10.1108/JBS-11-2024-0234

Bhutani, B., & Jain, S. (2024). Do financially distressed firms employ greenwashing as a business communication strategy? SSRN Electronic Journal. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4874616

Swapnil Dharaskar | Chemical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Swapnil Dharaskar | Chemical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Pandit Deendayal Energy University | India

Dr. Swapnil Dharaskar is a distinguished chemical engineering academic and researcher currently serving as Dean–Placement and Associate Professor at Pandit Deendayal Energy University, with international research engagement as a visiting scientist in green chemistry. He holds advanced qualifications in chemical engineering up to the doctoral level and has built extensive academic, administrative, and research experience across premier institutions in India and abroad. His research interests span CO₂ separation, utilization and conversion, energy and sustainability, ionic liquids, deep eutectic solvents, MXenes, nanotechnology, advanced separation processes, desulfurization, water purification, and green fuels. He has successfully led and completed several sponsored research projects supported by government agencies and industry, focusing on carbon capture, green methanol, advanced materials, and sustainable chemical processes. Dr. Dharaskar has supervised multiple doctoral scholars, contributing significantly to human resource development in chemical and energy engineering. His scholarly output includes a large body of SCI/SCIE publications, book chapters with leading international publishers, and several filed and granted patents translating research into practical technologies. He has received numerous national and international awards, fellowships, and best paper recognitions for his contributions to green solvents, ionic liquids, and sustainable energy solutions. Overall, his work reflects a strong commitment to impactful research, academic leadership, industry collaboration, and sustainability-driven innovation.

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An environment friendly approach for heavy metal removal from industrial wastewater using chitosan based biosorbent: A review


Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments 43, 100951 · Cited by 231 · 2021


Deep eutectic solvents for extraction-desulphurization: A review


Journal of Molecular Liquids 275, 312-322 · Cited by 208 · 2019


Experimental investigation on the yield of solar still using manganese oxide nanoparticles coated absorber


Case Studies in Thermal Engineering 25, 100905 · Cited by 152 · 2021

Shaizy Khan | Finance | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Shaizy Khan | Finance | Research Excellence Award

Amity University | India

Ms. Shaizy Khan is an early-career academic and researcher in finance and accounting with a strong focus on sustainability-oriented financial research. She holds a doctoral degree in finance, complemented by postgraduate training in finance and marketing and an engineering background that supports her analytical orientation. Her academic experience includes teaching core finance courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, where she has contributed to developing conceptual and applied understanding of corporate finance and financial decision-making. Professionally, she has worked as a research assistant on an externally funded national project, contributing to report preparation, data analysis, and incorporation of expert feedback, and has also gained industry exposure through business development, documentation, data analytics, and client engagement roles. Her research interests span corporate finance, sustainable finance, green accounting, ESG reporting, corporate governance, CSR, earnings management, and climate-related financial issues. Methodologically, her work integrates advanced econometric techniques, meta-analysis, social network analysis, text mining, and mixed-methods approaches using contemporary analytical tools. She has published in reputed peer-reviewed journals indexed in leading academic rankings and actively presents her work at national and international conferences. Her scholarly contributions have been recognized through competitive academic awards, reflecting the relevance and rigor of her research. Overall, her profile reflects a balanced integration of teaching, research excellence, methodological depth, and a strong commitment to advancing sustainability-driven finance scholarship.

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The interplay of sustainability, corporate green accounting and firm financial performance: a meta-analytical investigation


Sustainability Accounting, Management and Policy Journal · Article · Cited by 56 · 2024


Environmental accounting: One dimension of sustainable development


Jaipuria International Journal of Management Research · Article · Cited by 3 · 2020
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