Abhishek Kumar | Environmental Biotechnology | Emerging Scientist Award

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Dr. Abhishek Kumar | Plant Biotechnolgy | Emerging Scientist Award

Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Dehradun, India

Dr. Abhishek Kumar is a dedicated researcher and academician in forestry, biotechnology, and conservation biology, with strong expertise in plant ecology and environmental sustainability. He holds advanced degrees in biotechnology and forestry, and contributes to teaching and research at the postgraduate level. His experience spans academic roles and national research institutions, focusing on ecosystem restoration, invasive species management, and climate resilience. Recognized with prestigious young scientist and presentation awards, his work advances sustainable development and biodiversity conservation.

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The Interplay Between Plant Functional Traits and Climate Change


– Plant Functional Traits for Improving Productivity (Cited by 48)


Comprehensive Overview of REDD+ in India: Status, Opportunities and Challenges


– Grassroots Journal of Natural Resources (Cited by 11)

Syandan Sinha Ray | Plant Biotechnolgy | Innovative Research Award

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Dr. Syandan Sinha Ray | Plant Biotechnolgy | Innovative Research Award

Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute, India

Dr. Syandan Sinha Ray is an accomplished scholar in agricultural biotechnology, with strong academic training in biotechnology and advanced research specialization. He serves as a teaching-cum-laboratory assistant, contributing to postgraduate education in areas such as molecular biology, genetic engineering, and bioinformatics. His research focuses on plant tissue culture, microbial applications, and sustainable agricultural innovations, supported by multiple publications and scholarly contributions. He has qualified a national-level eligibility test, reflecting his academic excellence. His work continues to advance scientific knowledge and practical applications in agricultural biotechnology.

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Suvendu Kumar Dash | Environment & Sustainability | Excellence in Research Award

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Mr. Suvendu Kumar Dash | Environment & Sustainability | Excellence in Research Award

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India Pvt. Ltd, India

Mr. Suvendu Kumar Dash is an accomplished environmental professional with expertise in environmental science and engineering, supported by advanced academic training and ongoing doctoral research. He possesses extensive industry experience in environmental clearance, regulatory compliance, sustainability management, and pollution control across mining and steel sectors. His research interests include air quality modeling, environmental impact assessment, and sustainable waste management. Recognized for excellence through multiple environmental and industrial awards, he demonstrates strong leadership in sustainability initiatives. His work reflects a commitment to environmental protection and responsible industrial development.

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Seasonal variation of air quality index and assessment


– Global Journal of Environmental Science and Management (Cited by 35 · Year: 2018)


Determination of air quality index status near Bileipada, Joda area of Keonjhar, Odisha, India


– Indian Journal of Science and Technology (Cited by 20 · Year: 2015)


Atmospheric dispersion model to predict the impact of gaseous pollutant in an industrial and mining cluster


– Global Journal of Environmental Science and Management (Cited by 19 · Year: 2018)

 

Mohan Lal | Artificial Intelligence | Solar energy | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mohan Lal | Artificial Intelligence | Solar energy | Research Excellence Award

Jai Narain vyas university Jodhpur, India

Dr. Mohan Lal is a researcher in renewable energy science with strong academic training in chemistry and energy systems. His professional experience centers on experimental and analytical research in photogalvanic cells, solar energy conversion, and energy storage technologies. His work emphasizes surfactant-based and dye-sensitized photogalvanic systems aimed at improving efficiency and sustainability. Recognized for research excellence through peer-reviewed publications and active journal reviewing, his contributions advance eco-friendly energy solutions and strengthen the scientific foundation of solar energy research.

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Demanna Kambrekar | Agricultural Entomology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Demanna Kambrekar | Agricultural Entomology | Research Excellence Award

University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad,  India

Dr. D. N. Kambrekar is a distinguished Professor of Entomology at the University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad, and Head of the Green Nanotechnology Centre. A gold medalist in Agricultural Entomology, he has extensive academic, research, and leadership experience across teaching, extension, and institutional roles. His research focuses on insect pest management, biological control, IPM, and green nanotechnology. He has received numerous national and international awards and fellowships, reflecting his sustained contributions to sustainable agriculture and entomological science.

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Nirmalendu Sekhar Mishra | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Nirmalendu Sekhar Mishra | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

SRM University AP,  India

Dr. Nirmalendu Sekhar Mishra is an environmental scientist specializing in sustainability-driven nanomaterials for energy and water remediation. He holds advanced training in environmental science and civil engineering and has served as faculty and researcher in leading academic institutions, including international research exposure. His work focuses on photocatalysis, nano-adsorbents, advanced oxidation processes, and solar-to-chemical conversion for pollutant removal. He has received competitive research grants and invitations as a speaker, contributing significantly to sustainable environmental technologies and academic mentorship.

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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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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

Rita Patle | Agricultural Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Rita Patle | Agricultural Engineering | Research Excellence Award

ICAR – Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering | India

Dr. Rita Patle is an agricultural engineer specializing in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering with advanced expertise in precision agriculture and automation. She earned her B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering and M.Tech in Farm Machinery & Power, followed by a Ph.D. focusing on the design of an autonomous site-specific variable rate fertilizer applicator. Over her career she has served as Assistant Professor, Senior Research Fellow, and Research Associate at leading agricultural-engineering institutes, and contributed to both teaching and R&D. Her research interests center on precision farming, sensor-based variable-rate fertilizer application, farm mechanization, and integration of AI and embedded systems for smart agriculture. She is recognized for her innovative contributions — she holds a design patent for an autonomous variable-rate fertilizer applicator, and has registered the software program controlling it. Her work has earned national-level awards and best-paper recognitions. Through peer-reviewed journal articles, technical bulletins and conference publications, she has helped advance sustainable mechanization in Indian agriculture. Her commitment to bridging academic research, practical engineering solutions and agricultural productivity underscores her goal to address real-world farming challenges and support agricultural growth for the nation.

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Patle, R., Kavitha, R., Surendrakumar, A., Sahni, R. K., Suthakar, B., Kannan, B., & Maragatham, S. (2025). Development of a sensor-based embedded system for on-the-go variable-rate fertilizer applicator in maize crop. Results in Engineering, 28, 107852. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2025.107852

Patle, R., Kavitha, R., Surendrakumar, A., Balaji, K., Maragatham, S., & Suthakar, B. (2023). Estimation of sensor-based site-specific variable rate fertilizer application for maize (Zea mays L.) crop. Journal of Applied and Natural Science, 15(3), 1109–1118. https://doi.org/10.31018/jans.v15i3.4724

Patle, R. (2024). Variable rate fertilizer applicator (Software registration No. SW-18483/2024).

Patle, R. (2023). Autonomous variable rate fertilizer applicator (Patent filed at The Patent Office, India).

Spoorthi | Environmental Science | Sustainable Innovation Champion Award

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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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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.

Peeyush Phogat | Electrochemistry | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Peeyush Phogat | Electrochemistry | Young Scientist Award

CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research| India

Dr. Peeyush Phogat is an accomplished researcher specializing in energy materials, nanotechnology, battery systems, and advanced electrochemical devices. He currently serves as a Senior Project Associate at CSIR–NIScPR, leading research on sodium-ion battery technologies through patent analytics and technical landscape assessment. His past work includes project-level contributions to national programs on sustainable energy solutions, emphasizing research progress and policy pathways. Dr. Phogat completed his PhD in Physics at the Netaji Subhas University of Technology, where his work focused on synthesizing and characterizing chalcogenide nanocomposites for energy applications. His research spans material science, transition-metal nanocomposites, functional electrodes, electrochemical charge storage, advanced sensors, and scientometric studies in battery technologies. He has an extensive publication record with 63 journal papers, 12 book chapters, and 7 authored books covering next-generation electrolytes, hydrogen economy, fuel cells, supercapacitors, nanomaterial synthesis, and sustainable energy materials.

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Phogat, P., Dey, S., & Wan, M. (2025). Comprehensive review of sodium-ion batteries: Principles, materials, performance, challenges, and future perspectives. Materials Science and Engineering: B, 312, 117870.

Shreya,, Phogat, P., Jha, R., & Singh, S. (2023). Microwave-synthesized γ-WO₃ nanorods exhibiting high current density and diffusion characteristics. Transition Metal Chemistry, 1–17.

Kumar, T., Shreya, Phogat, P., Sahgal, V., & Jha, R. (2023). Surfactant-mediated modulation of morphology and charge transfer dynamics in tungsten oxide nanoparticles. Physica Scripta.

Sharma, S., Phogat, P., Jha, R., & Singh, S. (2023). Electrochemical and optical properties of microwave assisted MoS₂ nanospheres for solar cell application. International Journal of Smart Grid and Clean Energy, 12(3), 66–72.

Phogat, P., Shreya, Jha, R., & Singh, S. (2023). Electrochemical analysis of thermally treated two-dimensional zinc sulphide hexagonal nano-sheets with reduced band gap. Physica Scripta.