PERUMAL SIDDHURAJU | Environemntal Food Security | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr.PERUMAL SIDDHURAJU | Environemntal Food Security | Best Researcher Award 

Professor and Head Department of Environmental Sciences,School of Life Sciences, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore- 641046, India

Dr. P. Siddhuraju is a distinguished Professor and Head of the Department of Environmental Sciences at Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, India. With a career spanning over 30 years, he has made significant contributions to environmental science and resource technology. His research focuses on bioresource potential, environmental food security, sewage wastewater reuse, microplastic pollution, and zero-waste agroecosystems. Dr. Siddhuraju has held prominent positions in academia and research globally, including roles in Germany and Spain. His achievements have earned him recognition as one of the top 2% scientists in the world.

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Education

Dr. Siddhuraju completed his Ph.D. in Botany from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, in 1994 with high commendation. He earned his M. Phil. in Botany from the same university in 1990, following an M.Sc. in Botany from Annamalai University in 1988. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Botany from Gobi Arts and Science College in 1986.

Experience

Dr. Siddhuraju’s extensive career includes significant roles across various institutions. He began as a Senior Research Fellow and later worked as a Research Associate at Bharathiar University. His international experience includes post-doctoral research in Spain and Germany, where he served as an Alexander von Humboldt Fellow and Senior Scientist. He has been a Professor and Head at Bharathiar University since 2016, and has also served as the Dean of Research. His professional journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing environmental sciences.

Research Interests

Dr. Siddhuraju’s research primarily revolves around environmental science and bioresource technology. His interests include the bioresource potential of underutilized crops, environmental food security, sewage wastewater reuse, microplastic pollution, and zero-waste agroecosystems. He investigates the impact of neglected crops on soil fertility, livestock management, and agroecosystem sustainability, while also exploring the effects of microplastic pollution on the environment and agriculture.

Awards

Dr. Siddhuraju has received numerous accolades, including:

  • International Distinguished Research Excellence Award 2022 in Environmental Sciences.
  • Recognition as one of the top 2% scientists in India in the field of Environmental Food Security by Stanford University (2021).
  • Awarded E-Membership of the Society of Chemical Industry, London (2021).
  • Various fellowships from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and the Spanish Ministry of Education & Science.

Publications

Dr. Siddhuraju has contributed to numerous publications in prestigious journals. Notable articles include:

  • “Impact of Underutilized Crops on Environmental Food Security” published in Frontiers in Nutrition (2022). Link to publication
  • “Microplastic Pollution in Sewage Wastewater” in Environmental Science & Technology (2021). Link to publication

Charith Fonseka | Resource Recovery | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.Charith Fonseka | Resource Recovery | Best Researcher Award

Water Strategy Officer NSW DCCEEW Australia

Dr. Charith Fonseka, based in Parramatta, NSW, is a distinguished environmental engineer with a Ph.D. from the University of Technology Sydney. With extensive experience in environmental policy, water management, and community engagement, Dr. Fonseka has made significant contributions to advancing scientific research and its practical applications.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Fonseka holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Technology Sydney (2023), where he was awarded the International Research Scholarship, the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Scholarship, and the CSIRO postgraduate top-up scholarship. Additionally, he earned an Erasmus Scholarship from the European Commission in 2022. He also has a Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Engineering and Management (2018) and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (2015) from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, where he was on the Dean’s List and received the President’s Award for scientific publication.

Experience 💼

Dr. Fonseka currently serves as a Water Strategy Officer at the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water, where he provides critical analysis and advice on water markets and urban water strategies. His previous roles include Ph.D. Researcher at the University of Technology Sydney, Research Scholar at the Norwegian University of Life Science, Process Engineer at ABC Aqua Science Pvt Ltd, Environmental Engineering Consultant for the World Wildlife Fund-USA, and Lecturer at the University of Moratuwa.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Fonseka’s research interests focus on water and wastewater engineering, environmental impact assessments, and the development of sustainable water treatment technologies. His work includes the synthesis of novel materials for water purification and the study of innovative coagulants for organic matter removal.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Fonseka has received several prestigious awards, including the International Research Scholarship and the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Scholarship from the University of Technology Sydney, the CSIRO postgraduate top-up scholarship, and the Erasmus Scholarship from the European Commission. He was also recognized on the Dean’s List at the University of Moratuwa and received the President’s Award for scientific publication.

Publications 📚

Dr. Fonseka has published several influential papers, including:

  1. Fonseka, C. D., et al. (2023). “Selective recovery of Europium using chromium-based metal-organic frameworks.” Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering. Cited by 60 articles.
  2. Fonseka, C. D., et al. (2022). “Novel coagulants for organic matter removal from Nepean river catchment.” Water Research. Cited by 45 articles.
  3. Fonseka, C. D., et al. (2021). “Lab scale Nano Filter and Membrane Distillation systems for acid mine drainage filtration.” Separation and Purification Technology. Cited by 30 articles.
  4. Fonseka, C. D., et al. (2020). “Mesoporous silica-based adsorbent for cost-effective recovery of Europium.” Chemical Engineering Journal. Cited by 25 articles.