Prasoon Prasenan P | Civil Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Prasoon Prasenan P | Civil Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

College of Engineering Kidangoor | India

Dr. Prasoon Prasenan P is a distinguished civil engineer and academician with a strong portfolio in structural engineering, project management, and infrastructure consultancy. He holds advanced qualifications in civil engineering, structural engineering, and project management, supported by extensive teaching experience and long-standing professional practice. His research contributions encompass structural behavior, sustainable construction materials, and innovative engineering techniques, reflected through published papers, patents, and technical projects, with a citation count of 6, an h-index of 1, an i10-index of 0, and documented scholarly outputs indexed in leading scientific databases. He has authored and co-authored valuable academic resources, including a notable book on construction materials and techniques, and has delivered expert lectures to large academic and professional communities. His professional footprint includes consultancy services for multiple government departments, focusing on infrastructure development, water systems, land management, and public works. His achievements include several patents at national and international levels, demonstrating his commitment to innovation in engineering solutions. He is an active member of prestigious professional bodies that support advancements in technical education and engineering practice. His ongoing interests lie in structural design, construction technology, sustainable engineering, and applied research, continuing to contribute to academic excellence and engineering development.

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Featured Publications

Prasoon, P. P., & Kumar, M. R. (2022). Basalt fibre reinforced polymer for strengthening of self-compacting concrete compression member. Civil Engineering and Architecture, 10(3), 830–835.

Prasoon, P. P., & Kumar, M. R. (2020). Durability properties of self-compacting concrete incorporating recycled high-density polyethylene plastics. International Journal of Advanced Research in Engineering & Technology, 11(11).

Prasoon, P. P., Kumar, M. S. R., & Vaisakh, G. (2018). Experimental investigation on effect of partial replacement of coarse aggregate by plastic aggregate on M40 grade self-compacting concrete. International Journal of Civil Engineering and Technology, 9(6), 964–970.

Ananth, T., Prasoon, M. P. P., Vijayakumar, M. C., & Das, K. M. (n.d.). Partial replacement of cement with sugar cane bagasse ash and hybrid fibers.

Deepana Gopal | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Deepana Gopal | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

S.A.Engineering College | India

Dr. G. Deepana is a civil engineering researcher and academician with a strong contribution to structural and sustainable construction materials. She has earned her doctoral degree in Civil Engineering with prior specialization in Structural Engineering, and has consistently demonstrated academic excellence throughout her education. Her research profile reflects 11 citations, an h-index of 2, and several indexed publications across SCI and Scopus-listed journals. She has published impactful work in areas such as ferrocement composites, sustainable green concrete materials, construction waste utilization, and performance enhancement of structural elements. Her SCI publications include studies on ferrocement wall panel behavior and agro-waste reinforced composites, alongside multiple Scopus-indexed contributions exploring durability, material characterization, and sustainability in civil engineering. She has also presented her work at international and national conferences, contributing to global discussions on innovative construction materials. In addition to research, she has academic experience as an Assistant Professor, handling core civil engineering courses and laboratories, while guiding students in both theoretical and practical learning. Her research interests include concrete technology, strength of materials, ferrocement, structural durability, and sustainable infrastructure development. She aims to continue advancing environmentally responsible construction practices and contribute meaningfully to academic and engineering communities.

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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., & others. (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 2023 International Conference on Research Methodologies in Knowledge Management, Artificial Intelligence and Telecommunication Engineering (pp. —). IEEE.

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

Siva Krishna Reddy | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Siva Krishna Reddy | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

IIT Madras, India

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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