Rohini Kale | Civil Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Rohini Kale | Civil Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Medicaps University Indore, India

Dr. Rohini Chhatrapati Kale is an accomplished academic and researcher in Civil Engineering with specialization in Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering. Educated at premier national institutions, she has extensive experience in teaching, consultancy, and doctoral research. Her research focuses on sustainable construction materials, bentonite behavior, geoenvironmental applications, waste utilization, biochar, and machine learning in geotechnics. She has published widely in high-impact journals, holds a patent, received multiple national research awards, and actively contributes to academic leadership and research mentoring.

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Featured Publications


A review on the impact of thermal history on compacted bentonite in the context of nuclear waste management


Environmental Technology & Innovation (Elsevier) · Review Article · Cited by 58


Influence of thermal loading on index and physicochemical properties of Barmer bentonite


Applied Clay Science (Elsevier) · Research Article · Cited by 45


Influence of thermal history on swell pressures of compacted bentonite


Process Safety and Environmental Protection (Elsevier) · Research Article · Cited by 29


Response of compacted bentonite to hyperalkalinity and thermal history


Scientific Reports (Nature) · Open Access · Cited by 14


Influence of thermal gradient and canister corrosion on the hydration of compacted Barmer bentonite


Annals of Nuclear Energy (Elsevier) · Research Article · Cited by 5

Pannirselvam Narayanan | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Pannirselvam Narayanan | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

SRMIST | India

N. Pannirselvam is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of Civil Engineering with a strong focus on structural and construction engineering. He holds advanced qualifications spanning civil engineering, construction technology, structural engineering, computer applications, and real estate valuation, reflecting a multidisciplinary academic foundation. His professional career includes extensive experience across reputed universities and engineering institutions, where he has served in academic leadership, teaching, and research-oriented roles, as well as earlier industry experience as a senior design engineer. His academic expertise encompasses advanced construction practices, structural analysis and design, project management, and real estate valuation, enabling a strong integration of theory with practical application. His research interests primarily include structural engineering, advanced construction technology, sustainable construction practices, infrastructure development, and valuation studies related to the built environment. He has contributed to academic growth through teaching, mentoring, curriculum development, and scholarly activities, including research publications and technical contributions. In recognition of his academic and professional contributions, he has received institutional appreciation and professional acknowledgements within the engineering education ecosystem. Overall, his career reflects a sustained commitment to excellence in civil engineering education, research advancement, and the development of industry-relevant engineering solutions that support sustainable infrastructure growth.

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Experimental and Predictive Modeling of GF and FA Modified Concrete for Enhanced Strength and Sustainability


Innovative Infrastructure Solutions · Article · Open Access · Cited by 0


Experimental and Finite Element Analyses of Monolithic 3D Cuffs Connected with Pultruded Box Sections


International Journal of Civil Engineering · Article · Cited by 0
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Deepana G | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Deepana G | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

S A Engineering College | India

Dr G. Deepana is an Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering whose research expertise spans ferrocement technology, sustainable concrete composites, waste‐based materials and structural durability. She has earned a PhD in Civil Engineering from Anna University, after completing an M.E. in Structural Engineering and a B.E. in Civil Engineering. With key interest areas including concrete technology, structural materials and design of reinforced concrete elements, she has published in leading peer‐reviewed journals (for example, on structural behaviour of ferrocement wall panels) and numerous conference proceedings. According to Google Scholar she currently holds an h-index of 2 with a total citation count of 11. She has also been granted multiple patents for eco-friendly concrete and brick products, serves as a peer reviewer in esteemed journals, and brings hands-on teaching and laboratory experience in material testing, environmental engineering and structural labs. Recognised for her academic achievements and awards, she actively contributes to teaching, mentoring and research in civil engineering. With adoption of innovative materials, waste-utilisation and durable design as guiding themes, she aims to prepare future engineers for both academic excellence and professional impact.

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Featured Publications

Deepana, G. (2019). Synthesis and characterization of silica from Zea mays. International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology, 8(3), 311–316.

Deepana, G., Kamaraj, L., Ganapathi, S., Venkatesh, R., & Amarnath, M. K. (2024). Synthesis and machining characteristics study of agro-waste coconut shell powder incorporated aluminium alloy composite via the squeeze cast technique. International Journal of Cast Metals Research, 37(4–6), 276–286.

Gopal, D., & Shobarajkumar, D. (2024). Comparative study on structural behavior of ferrocement wall panels. Earthquake Engineering & Structural Dynamics, 53(5), 1727–1741.

Vijayaraj, A., Shreya, S., Deepana, G., Senthilvel, P. G., & Jebakumar, R. (2023). Organic and recyclable waste classification using integrated feature selection method. In Proceedings of the 2023 IEEE International Conference on Research Methodologies in Knowledge Management, Artificial Intelligence and Telecommunication Engineering. IEEE.

Amarnaath, S., & Deepana, G. (2024). Integrating sustainable development goals into business, marketing, finance and engineering for a better world. In Proceedings of the 2024 International Conference on Smart Technologies for Sustainable Development Goals (ICSTSDG) (pp. 1–8). IEEE.

Abhijeet Das | Engineering | Research Discovery Award

Dr. Abhijeet Das | Toxicology | Research Discovery Award

C.V. Raman Global University (CGU), Bhubaneswar, Odisha | India

Dr. Abhijeet Das is a dedicated researcher and professional in the field of civil engineering with specialization in water resources engineering. He has gained extensive expertise in watershed hydrology, water quality management, and hydrological modeling through research, teaching, consultancy, and collaborative international projects. His work integrates advanced engineering techniques with geoinformatics, machine learning, and simulation-optimization modeling for sustainable resource management. With multiple patents, international collaborations, and numerous best paper awards, he has established himself as a promising contributor to innovative solutions in water resource engineering, climate change impact studies, and sustainable development practices.

Professional Profiles

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Education

Dr. Abhijeet Das pursued his academic journey with a strong foundation in civil engineering and advanced specialization in water resources engineering. He earned his doctoral degree in water resource engineering from C.V. Raman Global University, Bhubaneswar. Before that, he completed his master’s degree in water resource engineering from Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Rourkela, after attaining a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the same university. His academic path was complemented by schooling at reputed institutions, where he developed a keen interest in engineering sciences. This strong educational background laid the groundwork for his research on hydrology, geoinformatics, and sustainable water management.

Professional Experience

Dr. Abhijeet Das has a decade of professional experience spanning teaching, consultancy, and research. He served as a faculty member at leading engineering institutions, guiding students and contributing to academic growth. His consultancy work involved projects with design and engineering firms, focusing on water resource planning and GIS-based solutions. He has also worked internationally as a project assistant, GIS consultant, and researcher in collaborative projects with institutions across Tunisia, the USA, Oman, the UK, South Africa, Syria, and Lebanon. His professional journey reflects a balance of academic leadership, technical expertise, and practical application in civil and environmental engineering.

Awards and Recognition

Dr. Abhijeet Das has received several prestigious awards for his contributions to civil and water resource engineering. His research papers have consistently been recognized with best paper awards at international and national conferences across diverse engineering and sustainability themes. These accolades highlight his innovative approaches in surface water quality assessment, hydrological modeling, geospatial applications, and decision-making techniques for water management. He has also been honored for poster presentations at academic seminars, reflecting his ability to present complex research in impactful ways. His recognition underscores his growing influence as a researcher committed to advancing sustainable engineering solutions.

Research Skills

Dr. Abhijeet Das possesses extensive research skills that bridge engineering principles with modern computational and geospatial techniques. His expertise includes watershed hydrology, hydrological modeling, and the application of machine learning for environmental studies. He is proficient in using remote sensing and GIS for water quality assessment, numerical modeling, and simulation-optimization approaches. His work also extends to climate change impact assessment, water quality control, environmental impact studies, and application of artificial neural networks and fuzzy logic in water resource management. These skills enable him to develop innovative, data-driven solutions to global challenges in water sustainability and resource management.

Notable Publications

An optimization based framework for water quality assessment and pollution source apportionment employing GIS and machine learning techniques for smart surface water governance
Author: Dr. Abhijeet Das
Journal: Discover Environment
Year: 2025

Reimagining biofiltration for sustainable industrial wastewater treatment
Author: Dr. Abhijeet Das
Journal: [Not specified]
Year: 2025

A data-driven approach utilizing machine learning (ML) and geographical information system (GIS)-based time series analysis with data augmentation for water quality assessment in Mahanadi River Basin, Odisha, India
Author: Dr. Abhijeet Das
Journal: Discover Sustainability
Year: 2025

Conclusion

Dr. Abhijeet Das’s academic achievements, professional experiences, and research expertise collectively position him as a dedicated contributor to civil and water resource engineering. Through his collaborative projects, patents, and scholarly publications, he has demonstrated a commitment to addressing critical issues such as water quality, sustainability, and climate change impacts. His career reflects a blend of academic excellence, technical innovation, and global engagement. With a strong foundation in civil engineering and an expansive vision for sustainable water resource management, he continues to contribute meaningfully to the field and inspire future researchers and engineers.

Siva Krishna Reddy | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Siva Krishna Reddy | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

IIT Madras, India

Author Profile

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🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Siva Krishna Reddy’s academic journey has been deeply rooted in Civil Engineering, beginning with a strong foundational education through B.Tech and M.Tech degrees. His inquisitive nature and passion for hydraulics led him to pursue a Ph.D. from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Madras, where he specialized in Hydraulics and Water Resources Engineering. His academic pursuits were marked by a hands-on approach, particularly focused on river mechanics and sediment transport phenomena.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

As a Research Scholar at IIT Madras, Dr. Reddy has demonstrated exceptional capability in experimental research. He has successfully led laboratory-scale studies involving complex hydraulic setups and fluid mechanics instruments. He has also engaged in mentoring junior researchers and actively participated in technical workshops and academic seminars, showcasing his dedication to academic growth and technical dissemination.

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN ENGINEERING

Dr. Reddy’s core research investigates the scour and turbulence behavior around bridge piers, with an emphasis on experimental hydraulics and sediment transport dynamics. His unique contribution lies in integrating machine learning techniques to develop predictive models for scour depth—a critical factor in ensuring the structural integrity and safety of bridges. He has studied the influence of pier shape, spacing, and flow conditions, resulting in practical insights for resilient and cost-effective bridge design.

🏅 ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

Dr. Reddy has published 3 high-quality journal papers in SCI/Scopus-indexed outlets and 4 conference papers, earning growing citations as evidence of his scholarly impact. His contributions are frequently cited in domains related to river hydraulics, sedimentology, and computational modeling. He maintains an updated academic profile on Google Scholar showcasing his citation metrics and influence in the field.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

His research provides actionable insights for the civil engineering community, especially in mitigating hydraulic failures around riverine structures. By contributing vital experimental data and novel ML-based prediction tools, his work bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world engineering challenges. His studies on tandem and compound piers enhance the understanding of flow-structure interactions, directly influencing infrastructure resilience and environmental safety.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

With a robust foundation in experimental and applied hydraulics, Dr. Reddy aspires to lead interdisciplinary research combining fluid mechanics, geotechnics, and artificial intelligence. His vision includes creating open-source datasets for scour studies and developing real-time predictive systems for infrastructure monitoring. He also aims to contribute to national standards and codes on hydraulic structure design, leaving a legacy of research-driven engineering solutions.

 ✅CONCLUSION

Dr. Siva Krishna Reddy stands out as a promising researcher whose work is at the nexus of civil engineering, experimental science, and artificial intelligence. His commitment to rigorous experimentation, academic integrity, and impactful innovation reflects his potential to become a thought leader in hydraulic engineering and water infrastructure safety. His candidature for the Best Researcher Award is strongly supported by his focused contributions, growing citation footprint, and the transformative impact of his research on engineering practices and policy.

🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

Title: Investigation on Scouring and Turbulence Characteristics Around T-Head Spur Dike
Authors: T.K. Pradhan, G.C. Malasani, S. Krishna Reddy, V. Chandra
Journal: Journal of Applied Water Engineering and Research
Year: 2024

Title: Local Scour Around Different-Shaped Bridge Piers
Authors: S.K. Reddy, S.T. Kalathil, V. Chandra
Journal: Civil Engineering Journal (Civ Eng J)
Year: 2024

Title: Prediction Models for Scour Depth Around Circular Compound Bridge Piers
Authors: S.K. Reddy, V. Chandra
Journal: Water Science and Engineering
Year: 2025

Title: Experimental Study of Turbulent Flow Characteristics Around a Circular Compound Bridge Pier
Authors: S.K. Reddy, V. Chandra
Journal: River Flow
Year: 2024

Title: Experimental Study of Turbulent Flow Characteristics Around a Circular Bridge Pier
Authors: S.K. Reddy, V. Chandra
Journal: International Association for Hydraulic Environmental Engineering and Research (IAHR)
Year: 2022

Anubhava Srivastava | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Anubhava Srivastava | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Sharda University, India

Author Profile

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🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Anubhava Srivastava, embarked on his academic journey in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, completing his Secondary and Higher Secondary education from GIC Sultanpur. He pursued B.Tech and M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from AKTU Lucknow, with his M.Tech thesis focusing on secure routing protocols in P2P networks. His scholarly progression culminated in a Ph.D. from RGIPT Jais, an Institute of National Importance, where he specialized in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Remote Sensing technologies.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Srivastava currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science, School of Engineering and Technology, Sharda University, Greater Noida. His prior roles include academic appointments at Noida Institute of Engineering Technology and Rajarshi Rananjay Sinh Institute of Management Technology, Amethi. With nearly a decade of teaching and research experience, he has demonstrated deep expertise in areas like Machine Learning, Geo Informatics, and Google Earth Engine (GEE).

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN ENGINEERING

Dr. Srivastava’s Ph.D. thesis titled “Estimation of Change in LU/LC Mapping with Classification of Digital Signature using AI/ML Techniques over Google Earth Engine” reflects his interdisciplinary mastery. His research spans remote sensing, satellite image processing, forest degradation analysis, and environmental monitoring using AI/ML. He has actively explored the fusion of Earth Observation data with AI-driven models to tackle real-world environmental challenges.

He has authored 12 SCI/SCOPUS indexed journal articles, 14 international conference papers, and 4 Scopus-indexed book chapters, illustrating a sustained contribution to computational intelligence, environmental informatics, and secure networks.

🏅 ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

  • H-index: 9 (Google Scholar), 8 (Scopus)

  • Publications in high-impact journals such as Science of the Total Environment

  • Patent holder of two published design patents:

    • RFID-based Animal Tracking Strap

    • Irrigation Water Management System

He is also a multiple-time GATE qualifier and has completed over seven Coursera-certified advanced technology courses, reinforcing his commitment to lifelong learning.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Srivastava’s research has impacted areas such as:

  • Sustainable forestry and climate monitoring

  • Urban noise pollution mapping using GIS

  • Precision agriculture with AI-enabled tools

  • Disaster monitoring via remote sensing platforms

His innovations like the Forest Cover Change Calculator (FCCC) and real-time environmental monitoring systems using GEE have influenced both academia and policy-driven environmental assessments.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Srivastava is poised to shape the next generation of AI-integrated environmental science. His emphasis on open-source platforms, especially Google Earth Engine, promotes scalable and accessible research tools. He aims to:

  • Develop AI-based real-time monitoring frameworks

  • Advocate for digital literacy in rural India

  • Expand applications of machine learning in environmental and agricultural sustainability

 ✅CONCLUSION

Dr. Anubhava Srivastava stands at the confluence of computer science, environmental engineering, and artificial intelligence, translating research into practical applications that address climate change, urban planning, and ecological preservation. His academic rigor, innovative spirit, and collaborative outlook mark him as a rising thought leader in intelligent Earth observation and digital transformation in environmental sustainability.

🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

Review of Structural Health Monitoring Techniques in Pipeline and Wind Turbine Industries
Authors: V.B. Sharma, K. Singh, R. Gupta, A. Joshi, R. Dubey, V. Gupta, S. Bharadwaj, …
Journal: Applied System Innovation, Volume 4(3), Article 59
Year: 2021


Mapping Vegetation and Measuring the Performance of Machine Learning Algorithm in LULC Classification in the Large Area Using Sentinel-2 and Landsat-8 Datasets of Dehradun
Authors: A. Srivastava, S. Bharadwaj, R. Dubey, V.B. Sharma, S. Biswas
Journal: The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences
Year: 2022


Exploring Forest Transformation by Analyzing Spatial-Temporal Attributes of Vegetation Using Vegetation Indices
Authors: A. Srivastava, S. Umrao, S. Biswas
Journal: International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications (IJACSA), Volume 14(5)
Year: 2023


A Probabilistic Gossip-Based Secure Protocol for Unstructured P2P Networks
Authors: A. Srivastava, P. Ahmad
Journal: Procedia Computer Science, Volume 78, Pages 595–602
Year: 2016


Determination of Optimal Location for Setting Up Cell Phone Tower in City Environment Using LiDAR Data
Authors: S. Bharadwaj, R. Dubey, M.I. Zafar, A. Srivastava, V.B. Sharma, …
Journal: The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences
Year: 2020