Dr. Sanjeev Yadav | Biomass Conversion | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor and Head at Biomass Conversion, Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence, India

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Professional Profiles:

Education:

Dr. Sanjeev Yadav completed his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi from 2008 to 2013, under the supervision of Dr. Munawar A. Saikh. His doctoral research focused on the short-term scheduling of refinery operations. Prior to his Ph.D., he pursued his M.S. in Paper Science and Engineering at the University of Washington, Seattle, USA, from 2004 to 2007, where he was awarded a 100% scholarship. During this time, he worked under the guidance of Dr. Richard Gustafson, conducting research using X-ray micro-tomography to examine the 3-D structure of cambium. Dr. Yadav’s academic journey began with a B.Tech. in Pulp & Paper Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, India, where he studied from 1996 to 2001.

Work Experience:

Dr. Sanjeev Yadav has a wealth of experience in academia and industry. He served as an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Shiv Nadar University for 4.5 years, where he contributed significantly to the department’s research and teaching activities. Prior to this role, he held the position of Assistant Professor in the same department for 6 years, further enhancing his expertise in the field. Before transitioning to academia, Dr. Yadav gained valuable industry experience, working for 3.5 years (from 1st March 2001 to 30th June 2004) in the paper and water treatment division of Kemira. During his time at Kemira, he held technical and senior technical executive roles, where he honed his skills in paper science and engineering, as well as water treatment technologies.

Research Interest:

Dr. Sanjeev Yadav’s research interests encompass a wide range of topics in chemical engineering and environmental science. His work focuses on thermochemical conversion of biomass, including torrefaction, pyrolysis, gasification, co-pyrolysis, and co-gasification. He is particularly interested in exploring innovative approaches to utilize biomass for energy production and environmental sustainability. In the field of wastewater treatment, Dr. Yadav is actively involved in research on adsorption and membrane separation techniques using biowaste materials. His work aims to develop cost-effective and efficient methods for treating wastewater, with a focus on sustainability and environmental impact.

Administrative:

Dr. Sanjeev Yadav has played an active role in administrative positions at Shiv Nadar University, demonstrating his leadership and commitment to academic excellence. He served as the Coordinator of the Chemical Engineering Department for around two years, from August 2013 to June 2015, overseeing departmental operations and academic programs. In addition, Dr. Yadav served as the Undergraduate (UG) Advisor for the Chemical Engineering Department for approximately four years, from August 2013 to June 2017, providing guidance and support to undergraduate students. He also served as the Postgraduate (PG) Advisor for the department for almost four and a half years, from August 2014 to the present, assisting postgraduate students in their academic and research endeavors. Since July 2018, Dr. Yadav has resumed his role as the Coordinator of the Chemical Engineering Department, demonstrating his ongoing dedication to the department’s success. In July 2022, he was appointed as the Head of the Department for the Chemical Engineering Department at Shiv Nadar Institute of Eminence, showcasing his leadership abilities and commitment to advancing the department’s goals and objectives.

Publications:

Biodiesel production in micro-reactors: A review
- Authors: A Tiwari, VM Rajesh, S Yadav
- Citations: 117
- Year: 2018
Steam gasification with torrefaction as pretreatment to enhance syngas production from mixed food waste
- Authors: D Singh, S Yadav
- Citations: 45
- Year: 2021
Low temperature steam gasification to produce hydrogen-rich gas from kitchen food waste: Influence of steam flow rate and temperature
- Authors: D Singh, S Yadav, N Bharadwaj, R Verma
- Citations: 41
- Year: 2020
Short-term scheduling of refinery crude oil operations
- Authors: S Yadav, MA Shaik
- Citations: 41
- Year: 2012
Biochemical and Thermochemical Routes of H2 Production from Food Waste: A Comparative Review
- Authors: S Yadav, D Singh, P Mohanty, PK Sarangi
- Citations: 28
- Year: 2023
Evaluation of the physico-chemical development of kitchen food wastes through torrefaction-a biodiversity case study
- Authors: D Singh, S Yadav
- Citations: 22
- Year: 2021
Groundnut shell gasification performance in a fluidized bed gasifier with bubbling air as gasification medium
- Authors: D Singh, S Yadav, VM Rajesh, P Mohanty
- Citations: 13
- Year: 2018
Thermo-chemical conversion of sawdust through in-situ quenching of pyro-vapor for green fuel
- Authors: F Tinwala, AK Joshi, S Yadav, P Mohanty
- Citations: 10
- Year: 2015
Food waste treatment using in situ gasification after pyrolysis to produce hydrogen-rich syngas
- Authors: A Raizada, S Yadav, M Tripathi, S Misra, P Mohanty
- Citations: 8
- Year: 2023
Generation and characterization of bio-oil obtained from the slow pyrolysis of cooked food waste at various temperatures
- Authors: S Modak, P Katiyar, S Yadav, S Jain, B Gole, D Talukdar
- Citations: 6
- Year: 2023

Dr. Amit Ranjan Verma | Renewable Energy Solar | Best Researcher Award

Head-Research and Development at Renewable Energy Solar, Koshish Sustainable Solutions Pvt Ltd , India

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🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Summary:

Dr. Amit Verma possesses over 10 years of comprehensive experience, including more than 4 years as a senior scientist at IIT Delhi, where he has focused on project development, secondary research, and publications. His research interests center on enhancing the utilization of renewable energy technologies and addressing air pollution at the household level. Dr. Verma is actively involved in analyzing various strategies for mitigating air pollution, such as the integration of electric vehicles, and contributes to the formulation of policies aimed at combating air pollution and climate change. His work aligns with the pursuit of sustainable development goals. Dr. Verma is a dynamic and enthusiastic researcher with a strong engineering background and proficiency in utilizing detailed analytics reports to monitor and document progress. He excels in identifying problems, investigating root causes, and implementing effective solutions.

Experience:

Dr. Amit Verma is currently a Post-Doctoral R&D Officer at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, a position he has held since August 2022. In this role, he focuses on optimizing the supply chain of food grain distribution under the Public Distribution System (PDS) and developing dashboards for monitoring various indicators related to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Prior to this, Dr. Verma served as a Project Senior Scientist at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, from August 2020 to 2022, where he conducted a selective study of Electric Vehicles and Batteries. From August 2018 to 2020, he held a similar position, conducting a selective study of air pollution mitigation programs worldwide. Earlier in his career, from August 2017 to 2018, Dr. Verma worked as a Project Scientist at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, where he conducted scientific studies on the performance of improved biomass cookstoves under real-world conditions and researched air purifier technology using ionization of the atmosphere.

Education:

Dr. Amit Verma completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Energy Systems at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, from 2012 to 2017. His research and development work during this time focused on the measurement of emissions and thermal efficiency of improved stoves. Prior to his Ph.D., Dr. Verma pursued a Master of Technology (M.Tech.) in Chemical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology, Trichy, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012. During his M.Tech., he conducted experimental studies on electricity production from effluent treatment using Bio Electrochemical Systems.

Skills:

Dr. Amit Verma is a professional with expertise in Sustainability, Renewable Energy, Project Management, and Operations Management. He has a proven track record of conducting international training programs and possesses strong analytical skills, which enable him to conduct in-depth analytical reviews.

Award & Honors:

Dr. Amit Verma held a Senior Research Fellowship at the Indian Institute of Technology-Delhi, funded by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), from July 2012 to 2018. During his tenure, he received a full grant from the United Nations Foundation, U.S.A, to attend an Intensive Training Workshop for Regional Testing and Knowledge Centers organized by the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves (GACC) from December 10-14, 2013, held at Zamorano University, Honduras. Furthermore, Dr. Verma was awarded a fellowship from the Ministry of Education, China, to participate in a training program on “Ecological Civilization and Climate Change” from October 10-31, 2013, at China Agricultural University, Beijing, China. In recognition of his work, he received the Best Poster Presentation Award from Springer International at the International Conference on ‘Recent Advances in Bio-energy Research’ (ICRABR-2015) at Sardar Swaran Singh National Institute of Renewable Energy, Kapurthala, Punjab, India, held from March 14-17, 2015.