Ms. DIKSHA YADAV | Membrane separation technology | Best Researcher Award

CSIR-NEIST (JORHAT), India

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Early Academic Pursuits

Born on November 23, 1996, in Badhwalia village, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, Diksha Yadav exhibited academic excellence from an early age. She secured 93.1% in her 10th-grade CBSE examinations and 82.0% in her 12th-grade CBSE examinations from KV Jagiroad. Pursuing her passion for chemistry, she completed her B.Sc. in Chemistry from Jagiroad College under Gauhati University in 2017, achieving 68.58%. Her academic journey continued with an M.Sc. in Chemistry from Assam Don Bosco University in 2019, where she not only secured 79.2% but also topped her class, earning the Gold Medal for her outstanding performance.

Professional Endeavors

Diksha’s professional journey commenced with a six-month tenure as a part-time faculty member in the Chemistry Department at Jagiroad College from August 2019 to January 2020. In 2021, she embarked on her doctoral studies at CSIR-North East Institute of Science and Technology (CSIR-NEIST), Jorhat, under the supervision of Dr. P.G. Ingole in the Chemical Engineering Group. Her research focuses on the fabrication of thin-film nanocomposite nanofiltration membranes for industrial applications, aiming to address challenges in water purification and wastewater treatment.

Contributions and Research Focus

Diksha’s research is centered on developing eco-friendly and efficient membrane technologies for the removal of micropollutants from water. Her notable contributions include:

• Amine-functionalized TiO₂-based thin-film nanocomposite membranes for pharmaceutical micropollutant removal, published in the Chemical Engineering Journal (2025, IF=13.4).

• Greener synthesis of thin-film nanocomposite membranes with varied nanofillers for enhanced organic micropollutant removal, featured in Separation and Purification Technology (2024, IF=8.1).

• Development of low-cost polymeric thin-film nanocomposite membranes for biomacromolecule separation, published in ACS Omega (2022, IF=3.7).

Her work emphasizes sustainable approaches, utilizing green synthesis methods and focusing on applications in water purification, wastewater treatment, and separation processes.

Accolades and Recognition

Diksha’s dedication and innovative research have earned her numerous accolades:

• DST-INSPIRE Fellowship (2019) for pursuing doctoral studies.

• Springer Best Paper Award at NERC 2022, IIT Guwahati, for her paper on low-cost membrane separation technologies.

• Best Poster Presentation Award at the International Seminar and Workshop on CRISPR/Cas-based Plant Functional Genomics & Computational Modeling (ISWCPC 2023).

• Best Performing Young Researcher (Female) at CSIR-NEIST for the year 2022-2023.

• Best IF Research Paper Award for her publication in the Chemical Engineering Journal (2023, IF=15.1).

• Best Performing SRF Award at CSIR-NEIST for consecutive years 2023-24 and 2024-25.

• R&D Exemplary Performance in the category of JRF/SRF for the year 2024-25 during the International Women’s Day Celebration 2025 at CSIR-NEIST.

Impact and Influence

Diksha’s research has significantly contributed to the field of membrane technology, particularly in developing sustainable solutions for water purification. Her work on eco-friendly membrane fabrication methods addresses critical environmental challenges, promoting cleaner water resources. With a total of 16 publications in reputed journals, her research has garnered attention in the scientific community, influencing ongoing studies in nanofiltration and environmental remediation.

Legacy and Future Contributions

As Diksha approaches the completion of her Ph.D. in 2025, her trajectory indicates a promising future in scientific research and innovation. She aims to continue her work in developing advanced membrane technologies, focusing on scalability and real-world applications. Her commitment to sustainable practices and environmental conservation positions her to make lasting contributions to the field, inspiring future researchers in the domain of chemical sciences and environmental engineering.

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