Prof. Makarand Ghangrekar | Wastewater treatment | Research Excellence Award
Dr. Shivalinga Swamy T is a distinguished physicist with significant contributions to quantum theory, nuclear physics, and advanced computational methods. He holds foundational degrees in physics leading to a doctoral dissertation focused on bound-state and scattering problems in quantum systems, supervised by a renowned expert in the field. His academic journey includes extensive specialized training in experimental physics, quantum mechanics, cryogenics, nanoscience, and advanced pedagogical methods, enhancing both his research and teaching capabilities. With a long-standing career in higher education, he has served in progressive roles from lecturer to professor, along with key administrative responsibilities such as evaluation, curriculum development, examination management, and academic governance across various institutions. His research interests span quantum mechanics, approximation methods, anharmonic oscillators, computational simulations, and nanomaterials, supported by a completed funded research project and ongoing Ph.D. supervision. He has authored research output that has received 2 citations, 1 indexed document, and carries an h-index of 1. His innovative physics experiments have repeatedly earned recognition at national conventions, along with awards for teaching excellence, research contributions, and scientific innovation. As an active member and leader in multiple professional physics bodies, he continues to advance physics education and research with dedication and impact.
Featured Publications
1. Jadhav, G. S., & Ghangrekar, M. M. (2009). Performance of microbial fuel cell subjected to variation in pH, temperature, external load and substrate concentration. Bioresource Technology, 100(2), 717–723.
2. Ghangrekar, M. M., & Shinde, V. B. (2007). Performance of membrane-less microbial fuel cell treating wastewater and effect of electrode distance and area on electricity production. Bioresource Technology, 98(15), 2879–2885.
3. Priyadarshini, M., Das, I., Ghangrekar, M. M., & Blaney, L. (2022). Advanced oxidation processes: Performance, advantages, and scale-up of emerging technologies. Journal of Environmental Management, 316, 115295.
4. Ghangrekar, M. M., Asolekar, S. R., & Joshi, S. G. (2005). Characteristics of sludge developed under different loading conditions during UASB reactor start-up and granulation. Water Research, 39(6), 1123–1133.
5. Behera, M., Jana, P. S., More, T. T., & Ghangrekar, M. M. (2010). Rice mill wastewater treatment in microbial fuel cells fabricated using proton exchange membrane and earthen pot at different pH. Bioelectrochemistry, 79(2), 228–233.