Alpana Singh | Sustainable Energy | Women Researcher Award

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Women Researcher Award

Alpana Singh
Bharat Institute of Engineering and Technology

Alpana Singh
Affiliation Bharat Institute of Engineering and Technology
Country India
Scopus ID Je65SI4AAAAJ
Documents 25
Citations 330
h-index 11
Subject Area Sustainable Energy
Event Indian Scientist Awards

Alpana Singh, affiliated with Bharat Institute of Engineering and Technology. Her documented contributions within the field of sustainable energy reflect active engagement in contemporary scientific research and academic dissemination.[1]

Abstract

This article documents the academic profile of Alpana Singh and evaluates her suitability for recognition through the Women Researcher Award. The profile highlights scholarly productivity, citation performance, research specialization in sustainable energy, and contributions to scientific knowledge dissemination. The assessment is based on publicly available scholarly indicators and institutional affiliation data, providing a concise academic overview suitable for award evaluation and professional recognition.[1]

Keywords

Women Researcher Award; Sustainable Energy; Academic Excellence; Scientific Research; Citation Impact; Research Publications; Scholarly Achievement; Engineering Research.

Introduction

Recognition programs dedicated to women in science and engineering play an important role in encouraging innovation, academic leadership, and knowledge generation. The Women Researcher Award acknowledges researchers who have demonstrated consistent contributions through publications, citations, institutional engagement, and subject-specific expertise. Alpana Singh’s academic activities in sustainable energy align with contemporary priorities related to energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and technological development.[2]

Research Profile

Alpana Singh is affiliated with Bharat Institute of Engineering and Technology and has established a research profile centered on sustainable energy studies. Available scholarly metrics indicate a portfolio of 25 indexed research documents, supported by 330 citations and an h-index of 11. These indicators suggest ongoing participation in academic research, publication, and scientific communication within engineering and sustainability-related domains.[1]

  • Research Area: Sustainable Energy
  • Academic Affiliation: Bharat Institute of Engineering and Technology
  • Documents Indexed: 25
  • Total Citations: 330
  • h-index: 11
  • Recognition Platform: Indian Scientist Awards

Research Contributions

The research contributions associated with Alpana Singh demonstrate engagement in scholarly investigations connected to sustainable energy systems and related engineering applications. Her publication record reflects participation in advancing technical understanding, supporting evidence-based solutions, and contributing to the broader academic literature. Such contributions are valuable for strengthening research ecosystems focused on energy sustainability and environmental stewardship.[3]

  1. Development and dissemination of sustainable energy research findings.
  2. Contribution to peer-reviewed academic literature.
  3. Support for interdisciplinary scientific collaboration.
  4. Promotion of engineering-based sustainability solutions.
  5. Participation in scholarly communication through publications and citations.

Publications

Publication output remains a significant indicator of academic productivity. The available scholarly record indicates that Alpana Singh has authored or co-authored multiple publications indexed through recognized academic databases. Her body of work contributes to the dissemination of scientific findings and supports ongoing research activity within sustainable energy disciplines.[1]

  • Peer-reviewed journal articles.
  • Conference proceedings.
  • Collaborative research publications.
  • Engineering and sustainability-focused academic outputs.

Representative DOI resources relevant to sustainable energy scholarship include established academic literature accessible through DOI infrastructure.[4]

Research Impact

Research impact may be assessed through citation performance, publication reach, scholarly visibility, and knowledge transfer. With 330 citations and an h-index of 11, Alpana Singh’s scholarly record demonstrates measurable engagement from the research community. Citation-based indicators suggest that her published work has contributed to ongoing academic discussions and has been referenced by other researchers working in related fields.[1]

Award Suitability

Based on available scholarly metrics, publication activity, citation performance, and subject-area specialization, Alpana Singh demonstrates characteristics commonly associated with candidates considered for academic recognition programs. Her sustained engagement in sustainable energy research, combined with documented scholarly impact and institutional contribution, supports her suitability for consideration under the Women Researcher Award category of the Indian Scientist Awards program.[1][5]

Conclusion

Alpana Singh’s academic profile reflects active participation in research, publication, and scholarly communication within the sustainable energy field. The combination of publication output, citation impact, institutional affiliation, and subject-area expertise provides a foundation for professional recognition. The Women Researcher Award serves as an appropriate platform for acknowledging such contributions and promoting continued excellence in scientific research and innovation.

References

  1. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Scholar profile of Alpana Singh (User ID: Je65SI4AAAAJ). Google Scholar. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Je65SI4AAAAJ&hl=en
  2. Natural surfactant for sustainable carbon utilization in cleaner production of fossil fuels: Extraction, characterization and application studies. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213343721012082
  3. An experimental evaluation of green surfactants to stabilize silica nanofluids in saline conditions and its application in CO2 absorption.https://openurl.ebsco.com/EPDB%3Agcd%3A1%3A12602673/detailv2?sid=ebsco%3Aplink%3Ascholar&id=ebsco%3Agcd%3A175019794&crl=c&link_origin=scholar.google.com
  4. Design and performance evaluation of Alkaline-Surfactant-Polymer slug of a natural surfactant of fenugreek in saline media for Foaming/Emulsification applications.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0167732223027198
  5. Implications of sand mobilization on stability and rheological properties of carbon dioxide foam and its transport mechanism in unconsolidated sandstone. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0360544222026585/

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