Spoorthi | Environmental Science | Sustainable Innovation Champion Award

Dr. Spoorthi | Environmental Science | Sustainable Innovation Champion Award

Robust Materials Technologies Pvt Ltd | India

Dr. Spoorthi is an Environmental Science researcher whose work focuses on electrochemical degradation of industrial dyes, lake ecology, wastewater assessment, and environmental compliance. With academic foundations including an M.Sc. in Environmental Science and a PG Diploma in Industrial Safety from Kuvempu University, she advanced her expertise through major funded research projects supported by UGC and Devaraj Aras Fellowships. Her professional experience spans academic research and industrial environmental management, currently serving as an Environmental Executive at a DSIR-approved R&D Centre, where she leads environmental audits, compliance reporting, wastewater analysis, and regulatory documentation for multiple industrial regions. She has contributed multiple peer-reviewed publications and conference papers indexed on ORCID, covering themes such as dye degradation, electrochemical treatment methods, and lake pollution assessment. Her ORCID profile lists 8 research documents, with an estimated h-index of 4 and over 80 citations, reflecting her growing impact in environmental research. Her research interests include industrial effluent treatment, electrochemical processes, water quality monitoring, environmental audits, and sustainable waste-management strategies. Recognized with a Women Achievement Award by the Deccan Environmental Research Organisation, she continues to strengthen environmental governance through scientific research, applied industry solutions, and active participation in national and international conferences.

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Featured Publications

Ravi Kumar, K. R., & Spoorthi. (n.d.). Impact of urbanization on physico-chemical and biological integrity of Komaghatta Lake, Bangalore. Ecology, Environment and Conservation. https://doi.org/10.53550/eec.2025.v31i06s.043

Ravi Kumar, K. R., & Spoorthi. (n.d.). Assessment of water quality and pollution levels in Dorekere Lake, Bangalore. International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management. https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsrem46810

Spoorthi, Narayana, J., & Kariyajjanavar, P. (2019). Studies on degradation of pulp and paper mill industrial dye Fast Red by indirect electrochemical method. Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, 17(2), 479–483.

Spoorthi, Narayana, J., & Kariyajjanavar, P. (2016). Pulp and Paper Mill dye effluent treatment by electrochemical method. In LAKE-2016: International Conference on Conservation and Sustainable Management of Ecologically Sensitive Regions in Western Ghats.

Ravi Kumar, K. R., Spoorthi, Vamshi Krishna, C., & Vibhudendra. (n.d.). Assessment of domestic wastewater generation and treatment gaps in Baikampady Industrial Area, Mangaluru, Karnataka. Research Journal of Chemistry and Environment.

Ruchi Singh Parihar | Climate change | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh Parihar | Climate change | Best Researcher Award

CHRIST University, Bangalore | India

Dr. Ruchi Singh Parihar is an accomplished researcher and academician serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics and Data Science at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore. With a Ph.D. in Climate Change and Health from IIT Delhi and Graphic Era University, her academic background integrates biochemistry, biotechnology, and advanced climate science. Her research focuses on climate change impacts on human health, climate modeling, environmental epidemiology, and the application of statistical and dynamical models in understanding vector-borne disease transmission. Dr. Parihar has published several impactful papers in reputed international journals such as Nature Scientific Reports, GeoHealth, and International Journal of Biometeorology, with a citation count of 53, an h-index of 4, and an i10-index of 2. She has held research and postdoctoral positions at globally recognized institutions including the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP, Italy), the Institute for Basic Science (South Korea), and KAUST (Saudi Arabia). Her work has been recognized through multiple international travel grants and research fellowships from prestigious organizations such as NSF, IBS, ICTP, and Rutgers University. Dr. Parihar’s research contributes significantly to understanding climate-health interactions and developing predictive frameworks for climate risk assessment and sustainable health systems.

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Featured Publications

Parihar, R. S., Bal, P. K., Saini, A., Mishra, S. K., & Thapliyal, A. (2022). Potential future malaria transmission in Odisha due to climate change. Scientific Reports, 12(1), 9048.

Singh Parihar, R., Bal, P. K., Kumar, V., Mishra, S. K., Sahany, S., Salunke, P., & Dhiman, R. C. (2019). Numerical modeling of the dynamics of malaria transmission in a highly endemic region of India. Scientific Reports, 9(1), 11903.

Bal, P. K., Dasari, H. P., Prasad, N., Salunke, P., & Parihar, R. S. (2021). Variations of energy fluxes with ENSO, IOD and ISV of Indian summer monsoon rainfall over the Indian monsoon region. Atmospheric Research, 258, 105645.

Parihar, R. S., Bal, P. K., Thapliyal, A., & Saini, A. (2022). Climate change projections and its impacts on potential malaria transmission dynamics in Uttarakhand. Journal of Communicable Diseases, 54(1), 47–53.

Parihar, R. S., Kumar, V., Anand, A., Bal, P. K., & Thapliyal, A. (2024). Relative importance of VECTRI model parameters in the malaria disease transmission and prevalence. International Journal of Biometeorology, 68(3), 495–509.

Varsha | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Varsha | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Patliputra University, India

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🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Ms. Varsha embarked on her academic journey with a strong inclination towards botany and environmental sciences, which later evolved into a deep research interest in ecological sustainability and pollution studies. With a solid grounding in science throughout her school and undergraduate education, she went on to pursue postgraduate degrees in Botany and Environmental Science, eventually advancing to doctoral research in Botany at Patliputra University, Patna.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Currently a Research Scholar in Botany at Patliputra University, Patna (since 2021), Ms. Varsha combines academic rigor with environmental advocacy. She holds a one-year Advanced Diploma in Computer Application (ADCA), enhancing her research capabilities with digital tools.

Her UGC-NET qualification (2019–2023) consistently over five years affirms her academic strength and readiness for higher education and research roles. Her deep engagement with environmental science and water quality management forms the backbone of her scholarly pursuits.

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Ms. Varsha’s interdisciplinary expertise lies at the intersection of Botany and Environmental Science, with significant emphasis on:

  • Groundwater quality assessment using geochemical modeling (WATEQ4F)

  • Microplastics pollution in riverine systems, especially the Ganga River

  • Seasonal phytoplankton dynamics and nutrient flux

  • Climate change impact on ecosystems and human health

Her research provides critical insights into anthropogenic pollution, land-use patterns, and ecological sustainability in Eastern India.

🏅 ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

Ms. Varsha’s scholarly works have been published in renowned peer-reviewed and UGC Care journals, including:

  1. Chemosphere (Elsevier) – A high-impact international journal

  2. Indian Journal of Soil Conservation – A UGC Care-listed journal

  3. Environment and Ecology – Peer-reviewed with national reach

  4. International Journal of Plant and Environment

Her consistent qualification of UGC-NET (L.S.) across five consecutive years (2019–2023) reflects her academic diligence and mastery in her field.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

With nine presentations in reputed national and international seminars/conferences, Ms. Varsha has been a vocal advocate for environmental conservation, sustainability, and climate resilience. Her topics range from medicinal plant relevance to nano and microplastic pollution, showcasing a broad and practical understanding of emerging environmental challenges.

Her research findings—especially those related to microplastics—have important implications for public health, policy planning, and environmental education.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Ms. Varsha aspires to contribute meaningfully to India’s environmental resilience strategy. With a dual background in Botany and Environmental Science, her research on microplastic pollution, water quality modeling, and ecological health is poised to influence policy frameworks, grassroots education, and scientific innovation in Eastern India and beyond.

She also aims to inspire young researchers to pursue sustainable science that merges technological tools with environmental ethics.

 ✅CONCLUSION

Ms. Varsha exemplifies the next generation of environmental researchers in India—resilient, insightful, and impact-driven. Her work reflects a commitment not only to academic excellence but also to societal relevance. With a sharp focus on water, soil, and pollution dynamics, she stands as a strong candidate for research leadership, academic roles, and environmental policymaking.

🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

Recent advancements in coordination compounds and their potential clinical application in the management of diseases: An up-to-date review
Authors: VK Singh, VK Singh, A Mishra, Varsha, AA Singh, G Prasad, AK Singh
Journal: Polyhedron
Year: 2023

Microplastics assessment in the lower stretch of the Ganga River sediment from East Indian region: Influence of land use and rainfall patterns
Authors: Varsha, R Ranjan, A Dass, SK Singh, T Singh
Journal: Chemosphere
Year: 2025

Seasonal variations in Phytoplankton, Chlorophyll and NPK content in the Ganga River in Bihar
Authors: Varsha, SK Singh
Journal: Indian Journal of Soil Conservation
Year: 2025

Seasonal Dynamics of Microplastic Pollution in the River Ganga: A Case Study from Bihar
Authors: Varsha, SK Singh
Journal: International Journal of Plant and Environment
Year: 2025

Microplastics in Freshwater Ecosystems: Sources, Transport and Ecotoxicological Impacts on Aquatic Life and Human Health
Authors: Varsha, SK Singh
Journal: Environment and Ecology
Year: 2025