Muhamed Safeer Pandikkadavath | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Muhamed Safeer Pandikkadavath | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

NIT Calicut | India

Muhamed Safeer Pandikkadavath is an Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering at a premier national institute, with advanced training in structural engineering from leading institutions. He has academic and research experience spanning teaching, funded research, and professional practice. His research focuses on seismic performance of steel and reinforced concrete structures, buckling-restrained braces, bridge vulnerability, and machine learning applications in earthquake engineering. He has received national-level competitive recognitions, research grants, and best paper awards, contributing significantly to resilient infrastructure development.

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Near-fault seismic vulnerability assessment of corrosion inflicted steel moment resisting frames


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Vivek Kumar | Engineering | Outstanding Contribution Award

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Dr. Vivek Kumar | Engineering | Outstanding Contribution Award

IIT Delhi | India

Vivek Kumar is a distinguished researcher and Senior Project Scientist at a premier Indian Institute of Technology, specializing in mechanical engineering with a focus on computational solid mechanics, explicit dynamics, and impact and blast research. He holds advanced degrees in mechanical engineering and CAD/CAM, and his professional journey spans both academia and industry, contributing to experimental and computational studies on protective structures, composite and cellular materials, and high-strain-rate material behavior. His expertise includes developing high-fidelity finite element models, conducting experimental validations, and investigating ballistic and blast mitigation mechanisms. He has led projects on anti-mine footwear, UHMWPE composites, and sandwich structures, combining simulation with laboratory testing for enhanced safety solutions. His research interests encompass impact and blast mechanics, crashworthiness, injury biomechanics, explicit dynamics simulations, and protective systems for defense and human safety applications. Vivek has authored several influential publications in high-impact journals and presented his work at international conferences. He has also contributed to patentable innovations and guided young researchers in advanced simulation techniques. Recognized for his technical excellence and innovative contributions, he continues to advance the understanding of protective materials and structures, blending experimental insights with computational modeling to create resilient and efficient solutions in defense and engineering applications.

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Effect of Curvature on Dynamic Response of Dyneema Composite Panel Under Extreme Loading: A Numerical Study


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Namrata Bist | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Namrata Bist | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Pandit Deendayal Energy University | India

Dr. Namrata Bist is an accomplished energy engineering researcher and Assistant Professor in the Department of Petroleum Engineering at Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU), Gandhinagar. With a Ph.D. focused on sustainable energy systems, she has developed strong expertise in geothermal energy, CO₂–EOR, hydrogen blending, carbon storage, reservoir modeling, and machine learning applications in subsurface engineering. Dr. Bist has authored more than 40 high-impact publications in reputed international journals and conferences, reflecting her commitment to advancing clean and efficient energy technologies. She has played key roles as PI, Co-PI, and Project Coordinator in several prestigious research projects funded by the Government of Gujarat, MNRE, Shell Energy India, and U.S.-based Project Inner Space, bridging academic insights with industrial relevance. Her research interests include hybrid renewable energy systems, sustainable reservoir engineering, and AI-driven optimization in energy production. She actively mentors B.Tech and M.Tech scholars, fostering innovation and scientific thinking among young engineers. Recognized for her strong academic contributions, interdisciplinary collaborations, and forward-looking vision, Dr. Bist continues to contribute significantly to India’s clean energy transition and global engineering research community.

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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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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.

Sadananda Behera | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Sadananda Behera | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

NIT Rourkela | India

Dr. Sadananda Behera is a distinguished researcher in optical communication and intelligent network systems, widely recognized for his impactful scientific contributions. With strong academic foundations spanning electronics and communication engineering, advanced communication technologies, and optical systems, he has developed expertise that bridges theory, experimentation, and real-world network challenges. His research experience includes significant roles in premier institutions where he contributed to coherent modulation testbeds, advanced resource-allocation strategies, and machine-learning-driven solutions for elastic and space-division multiplexing networks. He has also conducted notable postdoctoral work focusing on AI-enabled optical networks, traffic prediction, and soft-failure detection frameworks. His scholarly output includes journal articles, conference presentations, and collaborative works addressing impairment-aware routing, bit loading, anomaly detection, and federated learning architectures for communication infrastructures. His research influence is demonstrated through 195 citations, an h-index of 7, and an i10-index of 6, reflecting the depth and applicability of his contributions across the photonics and network-optimization community. He continues to advance high-impact projects related to next-generation 6G hybrid transceivers and secure deep-learning-based channel estimation frameworks. His work focuses on optical communication, machine-learning applications for networks, and quantum key distribution, contributing to the evolution of resilient, high-capacity, and secure communication ecosystems.

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Behera, S., Deb, A., Das, G., & Mukherjee, B. (2019). Impairment aware routing, bit loading, and spectrum allocation in elastic optical networks. Journal of Lightwave Technology, 37(13), 3009–3020.

Behera, S., George, J., & Das, G. (2018). Effect of transmission impairments in CO-OFDM based elastic optical network design. Computer Networks, 144, 242–253.

Behera, S., & Das, G. (2020). Dynamic routing and spectrum allocation in elastic optical networks with minimal disruption. In Proceedings of the National Conference on Communications (NCC) (pp. 1–5). IEEE.

Behera, S., Panayiotou, T., & Ellinas, G. (2023). Machine learning framework for timely soft-failure detection and localization in elastic optical networks. Journal of Optical Communications and Networking, 15(10), E74–E85.

Behera, S., Savva, G., Manousakis, K., & Ellinas, G. (2023). Impairment-aware routing, modulation, spectrum, and core allocation with bit loading in spectrally–spatially flexible optical networks. Journal of Optical Communications and Networking, 15(6), 318–332.

Aritra Acharyya | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Aritra Acharyya | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Kalyani Government Engineering College | India

Dr. Aritra Acharyya is a distinguished researcher in Electronics and Communication Engineering, recognized for impactful contributions to millimeter-wave and terahertz solid-state devices. He holds advanced degrees in Radio Physics and Electronics, with top academic rankings, followed by extensive experience as an Assistant Professor in government engineering institutions where he has led academic, research, and national-level satellite-based learning initiatives. His research specializes in IMPATT diodes, optical control of high-frequency semiconductor devices, graphene nanoribbon transport phenomena, RF and microwave engineering, UV sensor modeling, and applied signal and image processing. He has authored numerous research documents, accumulating an h-index of 9, over 350 citations, and more than 45 indexed publications, reflecting his steady contribution to high-impact scientific literature. Dr. Acharyya has coordinated multiple national programmes in collaboration with space and remote sensing agencies and completed a wide range of advanced faculty development programmes in microelectronics, antenna systems, GNSS, VLSI, AI, and quantum technologies. His achievements include prestigious academic and professional awards from leading scientific bodies, along with recognition for excellence in scholarly publications and technical education. His work continues to strengthen innovation in high-frequency semiconductor device engineering and inspire emerging researchers in advanced communication technologies.

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Acharyya, A., & Banerjee, J. P. (n.d.). Prospects of IMPATT devices based on wide bandgap semiconductors as potential terahertz sources. Applied Nanoscience, 4(1), 1–14.

Acharyya, A., & Banerjee, J. P. (n.d.). Potentiality of IMPATT devices as terahertz source: An avalanche response time-based approach to determine the upper cut-off frequency limits. IETE Journal of Research, 59(2), 118–127.

Biswas, A., Sinha, S., Acharyya, A., Banerjee, A., Pal, S., Satoh, H., & Inokawa, H. (n.d.). 1.0 THz GaN IMPATT source: Effect of parasitic series resistance. Journal of Infrared, Millimeter, and Terahertz Waves, 39(10), 954–974.

Acharyya, A., Banerjee, S., & Banerjee, J. P. (n.d.). Effect of junction temperature on the large-signal properties of a 94 GHz silicon based double-drift region impact avalanche transit time device. Journal of Semiconductors, 34(2), 024001.

Acharyya, A., Banerjee, S., & Banerjee, J. P. (n.d.). Influence of skin effect on the series resistance of millimeter-wave IMPATT devices. Journal of Computational Electronics, 12(3), 511–525.

Nitika | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nitika | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Baba Farid College of engineering and Technology, Bathinda | India

Dr. Nitika is an accomplished researcher and academician specializing in Electronics and Communication Engineering, with a focus on RF and microwave systems, antenna design, and graphene-based sensor technologies. She holds a Ph.D. and Master’s degree from the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala, and a Bachelor’s in Electronics and Communication from Chandigarh Engineering College, Landran. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Baba Farid College of Engineering and Technology, she has previously contributed to research at TIET–Virginia Tech Center of Excellence in Emerging Materials, focusing on food quality monitoring using novel graphene-based microstrip antenna sensors. Her research contributions include several SCI and SCIE-indexed publications in reputed journals such as Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture and International Journal of Microwave and Wireless Technologies. With an h-index of 5, i10-index of 4, and 90 citations, her impactful work bridges microwave engineering and food technology. Her interests extend to metamaterial-enabled RF systems, IoT-integrated antenna sensors, and biomedical diagnostics. She has actively participated in workshops and FDPs at premier institutes like NIT Rourkela and IIITDM Jabalpur. Through her dedication to research and innovation, Dr. Nitika continues to contribute significantly to advancing antenna-based sensing technologies and interdisciplinary applications.

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Kaur, J., Nitika, & Panwar, R. (2019). Design and optimization of a dual-band slotted microstrip patch antenna using Differential Evolution Algorithm with improved cross polarization characteristics for wireless applications. Journal of Electromagnetic Waves and Applications, 33(11), 1427–1442. https://doi.org/10.1080/09205071.2019.1612283

Nitika, Khanna, R., & Kaur, J. (2018). Optimization of modified T-shape microstrip patch antenna using differential algorithm for X and Ku band applications. Microwave and Optical Technology Letters, 60(1), 219–229. https://doi.org/10.1002/mop.30939

Nitika, Kaur, J., & Khanna, R. (2022). Novel monkey-wrench-shaped microstrip patch sensor for food evaluation and analysis. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 102(4), 1443–1456. https://doi.org/10.1002/jsfa.11478

Kaur, J., Nitika, & Khanna, R. (2023). Exploration of adulteration in common raw spices using antenna-based sensor. International Journal of Microwave and Wireless Technologies, 15(7), 1117–1129. https://doi.org/10.1017/S175907872200112X

Kaur, J., Nitika, & Khanna, R. (2023). Rake-shaped microstrip sensors with high spatial resolution for analyzing liquid food quality. International Journal of Microwave and Wireless Technologies, 15(2), 204–212. https://doi.org/10.1017/S1759078722000587

Suganthi D | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Suganthi D | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Vellore Institute of Technology | India

Dr. D. Suganthi is a dedicated researcher and academic professional in Electrical Engineering, currently serving as a Research Associate and pursuing her Ph.D. at VIT, Chennai. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Sri Sairam Engineering College and a Master’s degree in Power Systems Engineering from the College of Engineering, Guindy, Anna University. Her research focuses on advanced power system technologies, including microgrid systems, transactive energy, demand response, peer-to-peer trading, vehicle-to-grid (V2G), grid-to-vehicle (G2V), and smart grid applications. She has contributed to several high-impact publications, including research on optimizing campus microgrid energy systems and smart home energy scheduling. Her work integrates economic, environmental, and sensitivity insights into energy management, enhancing the sustainability of distributed generation systems. Dr. Suganthi’s research has received 156 citations, with an h-index of 6 and an i10-index of 4, reflecting her growing influence in the field. She has also co-authored multiple book chapters in reputed international publications. Her academic journey reflects a strong commitment to advancing clean and intelligent energy systems through innovative solutions and collaborative research, contributing significantly to the global transition toward sustainable energy technologies.

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Suganthi, D., & Jamuna, K. (2025). Optimizing campus microgrid energy systems: Economic, environmental, and sensitivity insights. Energy Conversion and Management: X. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecmx.2025.101046

Jamuna, K., Suganthi, D., & Angalaeswari, S. (2022). Energy economic appliances’ scheduling for smart home environment. In Smart Buildings Digitalization: Case Studies on Data Centers and Automation (pp. [pages if available]). CRC Press. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003240853-9

Suganthi, D., & Jamuna, K. (2021). Charging and discharging characterization of a community electric vehicle batteries. In Smart Buildings Digitalization (pp. [pages if available]). CRC Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-0719-6_17

Prasanth Kumar Enaganti | Engineering | Young Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Prasanth Kumar Enaganti | Engineering | Young Researcher Award

Manipal Institute of Technology | India

Dr. Enaganti Prasanth Kumar is an accomplished researcher and academician in the fields of solar photovoltaics, renewable energy, nanoelectronics, and materials science engineering. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), MAHE, Manipal. His research focuses on the characterization of solar cells, underwater photovoltaics, printed electronics, and nanomaterial-based supercapacitors. With significant contributions to projects funded by DRDO, the U.S. Department of Energy, and KAUST, Dr. Kumar has demonstrated exceptional expertise in advanced solar energy technologies, photonic curing processes, and laser-assisted material fabrication. He has published numerous high-impact research papers in leading journals such as Progress in Photovoltaics, Energy, Solar Energy, and IEEE Sensors Journal. His Google Scholar profile reports over 540 citations, an h-index of 14, and an i10-index of 18, reflecting his growing research influence. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from BITS Pilani, along with M.Tech and B.E. degrees in renewable and electrical engineering, respectively. Dr. Kumar has received recognition for excellence in research and continues to contribute to interdisciplinary advancements in sustainable and smart energy systems.

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Enaganti, P. K., Bhattacharjee, A., Ghosh, A., Chanchangi, Y. N., Chakraborty, C., & Goel, S. (2022). Experimental investigations for dust build-up on low-iron glass exterior and its effects on the performance of solar PV systems. Energy, 239, 122213.

Kulkarni, M. B., Enaganti, P. K., Amreen, K., & Goel, S. (2020). Internet of Things enabled portable thermal management system with microfluidic platform to synthesize MnO₂ nanoparticles for electrochemical sensing. Nanotechnology, 31(42), 425504.

Enaganti, P. K., Dwivedi, P. K., Srivastava, A. K., & Goel, S. (2020). Study of solar irradiance and performance analysis of submerged monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar cells. Progress in Photovoltaics: Research and Applications, 28(7), 725–735.

Rewatkar, P., Enaganti, P. K., Rishi, M., Mukhopadhyay, S. C., & Goel, S. (2021). Single-step inkjet-printed paper-origami arrayed air-breathing microfluidic microbial fuel cell and its validation. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 46(71), 35408–35419.

Enaganti, P. K., Dwivedi, P. K., Sudha, R., Srivastava, A. K., & Goel, S. (2019). Underwater characterization and monitoring of amorphous and monocrystalline solar cells in diverse water settings. IEEE Sensors Journal, 20(5), 2730–2737. https://doi.org/10.1109/JSEN.2019.2952428.

Rajesh Bhagat | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Rajesh Bhagat | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Yeshwantrao Chavan College of Engineering, Nagpur| India

Dr. Rajesh Madhukar Bhagat is an accomplished academician and researcher in the field of Mechanical Engineering, recognized for his significant contributions to manufacturing and industrial engineering. With an h-index of 7, over 42 documents, and more than 170 citations, his research exhibits a consistent impact in the scientific community. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and has extensive teaching and research experience across reputed institutions, where he has mentored students and guided projects in areas such as production engineering, material science, and sustainable manufacturing. His academic endeavors focus on computer-aided design, optimization of manufacturing processes, renewable energy integration, and mechanical systems innovation. Dr. Bhagat has presented several papers at national and international conferences and published his work in reputed peer-reviewed journals. He has been recognized with multiple academic and research awards for his contributions to engineering education and innovation. With a strong blend of teaching excellence and research proficiency, Dr. Bhagat continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and researchers. His dedication toward advancing industrial technologies and promoting sustainable engineering solutions underscores his professional vision and impact in the field.

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Agrawal, V., Bhagat, R., & Thikare, N. (2014). Impact of domestic sewage for irrigation on properties of soil. International Journal of Research Studies in Science, Engineering and Technology.

Bahoria, B. V., Pande, P. B., Dhengare, S. W., Raut, J. M., Bhagat, R. M., Shelke, N. M., & others. (2024). Predictive models for properties of hybrid blended modified sustainable concrete incorporating nano-silica, basalt fibers, and recycled aggregates: Application of advanced machine learning algorithms. Nano-Structures & Nano-Objects, 40, 101373.

Pande, P. B., Dhengare, S. W., Raut, J. M., Bhagat, R. M., Bahoria, B. V., Shelke, N., & others. (2025). Integrated hybrid machine learning techniques and multiscale modeling towards evaluating the influence of nano-material on strength of concrete. Multiscale and Multidisciplinary Modeling, Experiments and Design, 8(1), 26.

Dhengare, S., Sharma, R. L., Sobti, J., Gajbhiye, A. R., & Bhagat, R. (2020). Binary concrete expansion by means of copper slag, fly ash, sugarcane bagasse ash, and rice husk ash as partial replacement of cement. International Journal of Advanced Science and Technology, 29(7), 9973–9993.

Sharma, S., Bhagat, R., & Kanjilal, B. (1999). Community managed health financing: A strategy for achieving livelihood security and sustainable health impact. New Delhi: CARE-India.