Udit Mamodiya | Solar energy | Best Researcher Award

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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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Anil Kumar Sarma | Biofuel Bioenergy | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Anil Kumar Sarma | Biofuel Bioenergy | Research Excellence Award

Sardar Swaran Singh National Institute of Bio Energy | India

Dr. Anil Kumar Sarma is a distinguished researcher in bioenergy, specializing in biodiesel, biomass utilization, fuel substitution, and sustainable energy systems. With advanced academic training in chemistry, energy technology, and energy engineering, he has built a strong interdisciplinary foundation that supports his extensive scientific and policy-focused contributions. He has served in research, academic, and scientific roles, including positions in premier institutions in India and abroad, actively contributing to national missions and technical committees related to renewable energy, biomass utilization, waste-to-energy, and clean fuel standards. His publication record includes more than seventy-five peer-reviewed documents, two books, multiple book chapters, and several edited volumes, achieving over 3060 citations, an h-index of 25, and an i10-index of 42, reflecting his strong global academic influence. His research interests encompass biofuels, catalysts, biomass characterization, environmental benefits of clean fuels, solid oxide fuel cell studies, and policy-driven research supporting national energy transitions. He has supervised numerous master’s scholars, doctoral candidates, and postdoctoral researchers, strengthening capacity development in the bioenergy domain. Recognized with several prestigious awards for research excellence, he continues to contribute to renewable energy advancement through leadership, advisory roles, technical evaluation, and active participation in international scientific forums.

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Chouhan, A. P. S., & Sarma, A. K. (2011). Modern heterogeneous catalysts for biodiesel production: A comprehensive review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 15(9), 4378–4399.

Sarma, A. K., Vatsyayan, P., Goswami, P., & Minteer, S. D. (2009). Recent advances in material science for developing enzyme electrodes. Biosensors and Bioelectronics, 24(8), 2313–2322.

Kaur, J., Sarma, A. K., Jha, M. K., & Gera, P. (2020). Valorisation of crude glycerol to value-added products: Perspectives of process technology, economics and environmental issues. Biotechnology Reports, 27, e00487.

Chouhan, A. P. S., & Sarma, A. K. (2013). Biodiesel production from Jatropha curcas L. oil using Lemna perpusilla Torrey ash as heterogeneous catalyst. Biomass and Bioenergy, 55, 386–389.

Sarma, A. K., Konwer, D., & Bordoloi, P. K. (2005). A comprehensive analysis of fuel properties of biodiesel from Koroch seed oil. Energy & Fuels, 19(2), 656–657.

Kunwar Pal | Bioenergy | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Kunwar Pal | Bioenergy | Research Excellence Award

Sardar Swaran Singh National Institute of Bio-Energy | India

Dr. Kunwar Pal is a Scientist-C at Sardar Swaran Singh National Institute of Bio-Energy (SSS-NIBE), Kapurthala, specializing in thermochemical conversion of biomass and renewable energy technologies. His research focuses on biomass combustion, gasification, pyrolysis, co-pyrolysis, torrefaction, and the development of improved biomass cookstoves. He has led projects on biomass-to-biofuels conversion, including biochar, activated carbon, and liquid biofuels, as well as co-combustion studies of biomass and coal for emission reduction and efficiency optimization. Dr. Pal’s work extends to the production and characterization of biomass pellets, solid recovered fuel identification, and hydrogen generation via gasification. He has developed technologies for sustainable management of agro-residues, including low-cost biochar systems, paddy straw-based sanitary pad incinerators, and advanced biomass cookstoves assessed via energy and exergy analyses. His contributions include over 16 peer-reviewed journal publications, 7 book chapters, 29 conference papers, and one filed patent on a gasifier-based clean cookstove. He has collaborated on multiple nationally funded projects, including those by SERB, DST, CPRI, and state science councils. His research has significant impact on sustainable bioenergy production, circular economy approaches, waste valorization, and the development of renewable energy solutions tailored for rural and industrial applications.

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Featured Publications

Sansaniwal, S. K., Pal, K., Rosen, M. A., & Tyagi, S. K. (2017). Recent advances in the development of biomass gasification technology: A comprehensive review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 72, 363–384. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2017.01.061

Rafey, A., Pal, K., Bohre, A., Modak, A., & Pant, K. K. (2023). A state-of-the-art review on the technological advancements for the sustainable management of plastic waste in consort with the generation of energy and value-added chemicals. Catalysts, 13(2), 420. https://doi.org/10.3390/catal13020420

Chauhan, P. R., Raveesh, G., Pal, K., Goyal, R., & Tyagi, S. K. (2023). Production of biomass derived highly porous activated carbon: A solution towards in-situ burning of crop residues in India. Bioresource Technology Reports, 22, 101425. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biteb.2023.101425

Himanshu, P. K., Jain, S., & Tyagi, S. K. (2021). Energy and exergy analysis and emission reduction from forced draft gasifier cookstove models: A comparative study. Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10973-021-10810-2

Pal, K., Jha, M. K., Gera, P., & Tyagi, S. K. (2016). Experimental study on the performance evaluation and emission reduction potential of different cookstove models using standard design parameters and testing protocols. Biofuels, 7(4), 313–335. https://doi.org/10.1080/17597269.2015.1039280

MD MODASSIR KHAN | EMISSION CONTROL | BEST RESEARCHER AWARD

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Dr. MD MODASSIR KHAN | EMISSION CONTROL | BEST RESEARCHER AWARD

SRM INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, INDIA

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Md. Modassir Khan began his academic journey with a strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering, culminating in a B.Tech from Lingaya’s University, Faridabad. He later pursued specialized knowledge in Thermal Power Plant Engineering, enhancing his technical expertise with a postgraduate diploma from the Central Board of Irrigation & Power, New Delhi. His passion for advanced thermal systems led him to complete his M.E. in Heat Power (Thermal Engineering) and ultimately a Ph.D. in Thermal Engineering with a research focus on renewable energy, alternate fuels, and emission reduction technologies from BIT Mesra, Ranchi.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Khan currently serves as an Assistant Professor at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tiruchirappalli—a premier institute ranked 13th in NIRF 2024. Previously, he held a similar position at Usha Martin University, Ranchi, accumulating two years of dedicated teaching and research experience post-Ph.D. He is known for integrating practical insights with academic instruction, aiming to bridge the gap between industrial needs and academic rigor.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN EMMISION CONTROL

Dr. Khan’s research significantly contributes to the development of eco-friendly fuel technologies for the transport sector. His core focus is on performance enhancement and emission mitigation in Compression Ignition (CI) engines through quaternary blends, biodiesel, higher alcohols, and advanced fuel injection techniques. His experimental investigations on blends involving neem, jatropha, soybean, methyl oleate, and heptanol have demonstrated promising results in reducing particulate matter, NOx emissions, and enhancing thermal efficiency.

ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

Dr. Khan has published 11+ peer-reviewed journal articles and has actively participated in prestigious conferences at institutions like IIT Guwahati, IIT Roorkee, NIT Rourkela, NIT Bhopal, and BIT Mesra. He has been invited to present his findings in forums focusing on sustainable energy transitions, clean energy innovations, and waste-to-energy applications, earning recognition for his analytical depth and practical relevance.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

With a strong citation footprint, Dr. Khan’s work is published in leading SCI/Scopus-indexed journals including ACS Omega, Sustainability, Environmental Science and Pollution Research, and Alexandria Engineering Journal. His research holds international relevance, especially in green transportation, zero-carbon technologies, and sustainable fuel systems, and contributes to SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Khan envisions developing scalable fuel injection systems and biofuel blends tailored for Indian and global markets. His research aims to make a technological leap in alternative fuel combustion, especially in marine and commercial diesel engines. He also intends to mentor the next generation of engineers through lab-to-field project translation, encouraging real-world applications of his findings.

NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS:

Title: Reduction of Fossil Fuel Usage and Emissions of Diesel Engines by the Application of Quaternary Blends and Varied Fuel Injection Pressures
Authors: M.M. Khan, S.M.M. Hasnain, A.K. Kadian, R.P. Sharma, M. Abbas, S. Pandey
Journal: ACS Omega
Year: 2024

Title: Reduction in Carbon Emissions and Improvement of Performance of Diesel Engine Fuelled with Higher Alcohols Based Quaternary Blends
Authors: R.P. Sharma, M.M. Khan, A.K. Kadian
Journal: AIP Conference Proceedings
Year: 2023

Title: An Experience of Limbergs Flap for Pilonidal Sinus Disease
Authors: M.R. Farooqui, A. Zuberi, S.P. Singh, M.M. Khan
Journal: International Journal of Contemporary Surgery
Year: 2017

CONCLUSION

Dr. Md. Modassir Khan is a committed researcher and educator with a vision for sustainable engineering solutions. His expertise in biodiesel optimization, thermal system innovation, and emission control strategies makes him a valuable contributor to India’s green energy future. His blend of academic rigor, industrial exposure, and forward-looking research promises continued impact in renewable energy technologies.