Namrata Bist | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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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Pankaj Kumar Dubey | Electrical engineering | Young Researcher Award

Mr. Pankaj Kumar Dubey | Electrical engineering | Young Researcher Award

Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology Sultanpur | India

Pankaj Kumar Dubey is an active researcher whose work spans healthcare analytics, digital technologies, and emerging computational approaches. His research focuses on applying artificial intelligence and deep learning models to clinical decision-making, medical image analysis, and personalized treatment strategies. He has contributed to studies involving predictive modelling, pattern detection, and optimization frameworks that support improved diagnostic accuracy in healthcare systems. His work also explores the integration of digital tools, including blockchain and IoT-based solutions, to enhance transparency, data security, and efficiency in medical and industrial environments. His publications reflect multidisciplinary engagement, combining data science, biomedical engineering, and informatics to address contemporary challenges in healthcare and technology-driven ecosystems. He has participated in conferences and workshops presenting findings related to algorithmic optimization, intelligent systems, and AI applications in real-world scenarios. His research output includes peer-reviewed journal articles, conference presentations, and book chapters focusing on advanced computational methods. He has also collaborated on projects that utilize machine learning classifiers, neural networks, and hybrid models for problem-solving across domains such as supply chain management, disease prediction, and smart monitoring systems. His overall research demonstrates a strong commitment to innovation and the practical deployment of technology-enabled solutions that contribute to societal and scientific advancement.

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Featured Publications

Singh, B., & Dubey, P. K. (2022). Distributed power generation planning for distribution networks using electric vehicles: Systematic attention to challenges and opportunities. Journal of Energy Storage, 48, 104030.

Yadav, S., Sudman, M. S. I., Dubey, P. K., Srinivas, R. V., Srisainath, R., & Devi, V. C. (2023). Development of a GA–RBF based model for penetration of electric vehicles and its projections. In 2023 International Conference on Self Sustainable Artificial Intelligence (ICSSAI).

Singh, B., Dubey, P. K., & Singh, S. N. (2022). Recent optimization techniques for coordinated control of electric vehicles in super smart power grids network: A state of the art. In 2022 IEEE 9th Uttar Pradesh Section International Conference on Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering (UPCON).

Dubey, P. K., Singh, B., Kumar, V., & Singh, D. (2024). A novel approach for comparative analysis of distributed generations and electric vehicles in distribution systems. Electrical Engineering, 106(3), 2371–2390.

Negi, P., Dubey, P. K., Kumar, S., Palodkar, A. V., & Kumar, A. (2023). Experimental investigation of waste polyolefin composition on thermal conversion into petroleum-derived products. Fuel, 348, 128466.

Archana Mohan | Electronics Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Mrs. Archana Mohan | Electronics Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | India

Archana Mohan is a dedicated researcher and academician in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, currently pursuing her doctoral studies with a strong focus on power systems, e-mobility, and intelligent control applications. With a solid educational background spanning engineering, power systems, and management studies, she has built interdisciplinary expertise that strengthens her analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Her professional experience includes serving as a Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant in advanced laboratories related to power systems, robotics, embedded systems, autonomous systems, and electric vehicles, where she mentors students, develops experimental setups, and contributes to project execution. Her research contributions span transient stability modeling, hybrid electric vehicle architectures, V2X communication, state-of-charge estimation, air-quality integrated mobility systems, and optimization using AI-based techniques. She has authored multiple publications indexed in reputed databases with 19 citations, an h-index of 3, and i10-index of 0, reflecting the growing impact of her work. Her involvement in international conferences and journal publications highlights her active engagement with the global research community. She has also contributed to academic quality initiatives and technical events while earning recognition for her academic excellence and active participation. Her research interests continue to evolve toward sustainable mobility, intelligent power systems, and data-driven engineering solutions.

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Featured Publications

Mohan, A., & Manitha, P. V. (n.d.). Hybrid Electric Vehicles with V2X Topology and Smart Energy Management: An Overview of Their Potential and Limitations. In 2nd International Conference on Futuristic Technologies (INCOFT).

Mohan, A., & Vidya, M. S. (n.d.). Artificial Neural Network Model of an IEEE 5 Bus System under Transient Conditions. In Third International Conference on Smart Systems and Inventive Technology.

Mohan, A., Avinash, R., Manitha, P. V., & Deepa, K. (n.d.). The Impact of PID Controllers on the Performance of Electric Vehicle Speed Control and SoC. In IEEE North Karnataka Subsection Flagship International Conference (NKCon).

Mohan, A., Manitha, P. V., & Subramaniam, U. (n.d.). A comprehensive review on the integration of air quality monitoring systems with hybrid electric vehicles for emission control in smart cities. Science of the Total Environment, 994, 180022.

Mohan, A., Manitha, P. V., & Subramaniam, U. (n.d.). Comparative analysis of state of charge estimation methods for Li-ion batteries using Kalman filter variants and machine learning techniques for electric vehicle applications. IEEE Access.

Moh Mahatab | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Moh Mahatab | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee | India

Moh Mahatab is a Research Scholar in Civil Engineering whose work centers on fatigue and fracture behavior of welded joints in high-strength steel, with emphasis on improving fatigue performance through impact treatment and developing reliability-based design approaches for safer structural applications. He holds a postgraduate qualification in Structural Engineering and has contributed to several consultancy assignments involving structural design vetting and seismic retrofitting. His early research experience includes working as a Junior Research Fellow on a national project focused on seismic risk assessment of Indian cities, which strengthened his analytical foundation in structural safety. His ongoing research aims to advance fatigue life prediction and produce service guidelines that enhance the long-term performance of steel infrastructure. He maintains active collaboration with industry partners such as Tata Steel Limited, supporting practice-oriented innovations. Through a prestigious national research fellowship and an international research scholarship, he is further engaged in evaluating the fatigue behavior of retrofitted girders to inform performance assessment and life-extension strategies for existing structures. His academic and research contributions reflect a commitment to engineering reliability, material behavior understanding, and the development of methods that support resilient, high-performance infrastructure systems.

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Featured Publications

Mahatab, M., & Ranjan, R. (2025). Quantification of fatigue life improvement in S550MC weldments by HFMI treatment using 2D SBFM model. Procedia Structural Integrity. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prostr.2025.06.135

Anand, V., Mahatab, M., Sharma, A., Raj, D., Jat, M. K., Sarkar, R., & Pal, S. (2023). A cluster-based seismic risk assessment: Economic loss using GIS for Jaipur sub-urban area. In Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-1459-3_41

Sadananda Behera | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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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Featured Publications

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.

Nitika | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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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Featured Publications

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

Prasanth Kumar Enaganti | Engineering | Young Researcher Award

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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Featured Publications

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.

Saurav Bhattacharjee | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Saurav Bhattacharjee | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

IIT KANPUR | India

Saurav Bhattacharjee is a dedicated researcher and academician in Civil Engineering with a focus on transportation and pavement materials. Currently pursuing doctoral research at IIT Kanpur, his work centers on soil stabilization, carbonation effects, and durability of cementitious materials. He combines strong analytical abilities with practical problem-solving approaches, contributing to both research and academic growth. Alongside his academic pursuits, he has actively engaged in consultancy projects, technical visits, and guiding students in research activities. His involvement in teaching, leadership roles, and academic societies reflects his commitment to fostering knowledge, innovation, and community development in engineering and beyond.

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Education

Saurav Bhattacharjee has pursued a comprehensive academic journey in Civil Engineering. He is undertaking doctoral research at IIT Kanpur with a focus on carbonation and durability of lime-stabilized soils. Prior to this, he earned a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from NIT Patna, where his dissertation explored innovative transport planning techniques for mid-sized cities. His undergraduate degree from NIT Agartala centered on the use of locally available materials in low-volume roads. His foundational education was rooted in science and engineering, which provided him with strong analytical skills and technical knowledge. This academic progression has shaped his expertise in transportation engineering.

Professional Experience

Saurav Bhattacharjee has contributed to academic, research, and consultancy activities in civil and transportation engineering. He has worked on government-supported projects investigating the durability of cementitious materials and long-term performance of stabilized layers. His experience includes field inspections, technical visits, and supporting postgraduate students in their research on soil and pavement stabilization. He has served as a course tutor and teaching assistant at IIT Kanpur, handling diverse subjects such as pavement materials, civil engineering materials, and communication skills. Beyond classroom teaching, he has coordinated academic activities, graded assignments, and guided students, demonstrating strong leadership, teamwork, and organizational capabilities.

Awards and Recognition

Saurav Bhattacharjee has been recognized for his research excellence through awards for best paper and best presentation at prestigious international conferences. His contributions on carbonation effects in cementitious and lime-treated soils earned him appreciation from global academic communities. He has also received competitive scholarships and fellowships for his studies and research at national institutes, acknowledging his academic merit and research potential. His leadership in academic and cultural societies at IIT Kanpur further reflects his recognized ability to contribute beyond research. These honors highlight his consistent commitment to high-quality research, knowledge dissemination, and contributions to both national and international platforms.

Research Skills

Saurav Bhattacharjee possesses strong research expertise in soil stabilization, durability analysis, and microstructural characterization of construction materials. His skills include designing and conducting laboratory experiments, performing thermogravimetric and calorimetric analysis, and evaluating physicochemical properties of cementitious systems. He is proficient in handling data analysis, interpretation, and report preparation with attention to detail. He has worked on projects involving carbonation, leaching, moisture infiltration, and curing in stabilized soils. Additionally, he has hands-on experience with advanced tools for microstructural evaluation and statistical analysis. His ability to translate laboratory findings into practical solutions underscores his strength in applied and interdisciplinary research.

Notable Publications

Impact of carbonation on calcium silicate hydrate phases in cementitious materials: Quantification of carbonate phases and residual lime content
Author: S Bhattacharjee, S Nair
Journal: Thermochimica Acta, 180114
Year: 2025

ROLE OF CARBONATION AND RESIDUAL LIME CONTENT ON LONG TERM STRENGTH BEHAVIOR OF LIME TREATED SUBGRADE SOILS
Author: S Bhattacharjee, S Nair
Journal: GEOMATE Journal 28 (129), 113-120
Year: 2025

Laboratory based accelerated carbonation approach to simulate long term field carbonation in cementitious mixtures
Author: S Bhattacharjee, S Nair
Journal: Physica Scripta 100 (4), 045015
Year: 2025

Role of carbonation and residual lime in long term strength behaviour of lime treated soil
Author: S Bhattacharjee, S Nair
Journal: 14th GEOMATE International Conference, Pattaya, Thailand, 679-685
Year: 2024

Effect of carbonation on calcium silicate hydrate
Author: S Bhattacharjee, S Nair
Journal: Journal of Physics: Conference Series, VIT Bhimavaram, India. 2779 (1), 012018
Year: 2024

Title: Impact of carbonation on lime-treated high plasticity index clayey soils
Author: S Bhattacharjee, S Nair
Journal: IRC-WASET, Montreal, Canada. 18 (5), 203-210
Year: 2024

Conclusion

Saurav Bhattacharjee stands out as a promising academician and researcher who blends technical expertise with leadership and teaching skills. His journey through premier institutions has equipped him with strong foundations in civil and transportation engineering. With a focus on real-world applications, he has advanced knowledge in soil stabilization and durability of construction materials, while actively contributing to academic communities through teaching, mentoring, and organizational roles. His scholarly publications, awards, and active participation in conferences underscore his commitment to impactful research. Driven by curiosity and dedication, he continues to pursue innovative solutions for sustainable infrastructure and engineering advancements.

Gaurav Yadav | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Gaurav Yadav | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

SRM University | India

Gaurav Yadav is an academic and researcher specializing in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, with expertise in power electronics, electric vehicle technologies, and grid-interactive systems. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at SRM University, Sonipat, he has contributed to advancing electric vehicle charging infrastructure and real-time control systems. His research integrates advanced control strategies, AI-driven solutions, and innovative hardware design to enhance system efficiency and reliability. With numerous publications in reputed journals and conferences, he actively engages in workshops, seminars, and collaborative projects, fostering innovation in sustainable energy systems and modern electrical engineering applications.

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Education

Gaurav Yadav holds a Ph.D. in Power Electronics from Delhi Technological University, where his research focused on the design and development of grid-interactive electric vehicle chargers. He earned his M.Tech in Power System Engineering and a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from Integral University. His academic journey built a strong foundation in power electronics, renewable energy integration, and control systems. He has undertaken specialized training in electric vehicle infrastructure, converter design, and advanced control methods, complemented by exposure to cutting-edge simulation tools and real-time implementation platforms, equipping him with the skills to bridge theoretical concepts with practical applications.

Professional Experience

Gaurav Yadav is currently an Assistant Professor in the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department at SRM University, Sonipat. He has been actively engaged in teaching, research, and mentoring, focusing on power electronics, electric vehicle charging systems, and renewable energy integration. His professional work includes developing control algorithms, conducting hardware-in-the-loop simulations, and implementing real-time testing for advanced converters. He has collaborated with industry and academic partners on projects involving electric mobility, smart grid systems, and high-efficiency energy conversion technologies. Through workshops, seminars, and consultancy, he has contributed to both academic enrichment and practical advancements in his field.

Awards and Recognition

Gaurav Yadav has received recognition for his impactful research in electric vehicle charging systems and power electronics through publications in high-impact international journals and conference proceedings. His work has been published in reputed Q1 and Q2 journals, reflecting its academic significance and technical innovation. He has been invited to present his research at prestigious national and international conferences, earning appreciation from peers and experts. His participation in government-sponsored workshops and collaborative initiatives further highlights his contributions to emerging technologies in sustainable energy systems, power quality improvement, and advanced control strategies for electric mobility applications.

Research Skills

Gaurav Yadav possesses expertise in power electronics, electric vehicle charging systems, and grid-interactive converters, with strong skills in advanced control strategies, AI-based optimization, and real-time hardware implementation. He is proficient in MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSIM, and LabVIEW, along with hardware platforms such as dSPACE, OPAL-RT, and TI DSP processors. His research integrates AI/ML techniques for power quality enhancement, adaptive filtering, and fault-tolerant designs. Skilled in PCB design using Altium and EasyEDA, he has developed and tested innovative converter topologies, integrating renewable energy systems with electric mobility solutions for improved efficiency, stability, and adaptability under varying operating conditions.

Notable Publications

Stabilizing DC bus voltage using CEEMDAN-XGBoost based adaptive filtering technique in EV chargers
Author: Gaurav Yadav; Poonam Dhaka
Journal: Computers and Electrical Engineering
Year: 2025

Enhancing power quality and stability in grid-interactive electric vehicle chargers using advanced control strategies and disturbance compensation
Author: Gaurav Yadav
Journal: Engineering Research Express
Year: 2025

Optimizing Power Quality in EV Chargers Using Advanced Quadrature Signal Generators and AI‐Driven Adaptive Filtering
Author: Gaurav Yadav; Mukhtiar Singh
Journal: International Journal of Circuit Theory and Applications
Year: 2025

CNISOGI and LLMF Based Controller Design for Grid-Interactive EV Chargers in Wide Voltage Range Scenarios
Author: Gaurav Yadav; Mukhtiar Singh
Journal: 2024 IEEE 4th International Conference on Sustainable Energy and Future Electric Transportation (SEFET)
Year: 2024

Conclusion

Gaurav Yadav is a dedicated academic, researcher, and innovator in the domain of electrical engineering, with a focus on advancing sustainable and intelligent energy systems. His multidisciplinary expertise bridges theoretical modeling, simulation, hardware development, and AI integration for real-world applications. Through his academic role, research contributions, and participation in technical forums, he continues to drive progress in electric vehicle technologies, grid integration, and renewable energy systems. Committed to fostering innovation, he aims to develop impactful solutions addressing modern power system challenges, contributing to the global transition towards cleaner, smarter, and more efficient energy infrastructures.

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