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Prof.P.Saravanan

Designation: Professor

Department: Environmental Science and Engineering

Email: saravananpichiah[at]iitism[dot]ac[dot]in

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Office Number: +91-326-223-5995

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About Me: Early life and education I'm Saravanan(Tamil: சரவணன், One of the most popular name of Lord Murugan)born 11 March 1977 as third and last child to my parent (Pichiah-Vimala) and hail from Tiruchirappalli ( Uraiyoor,( உறையூர்) capital city of early Cholas) Tamilnadu, INDIA. Had school education at various schools across the state, attended Adhiyamaan College of Engineering, University of Madras from where I earned Bachelors of Technology in Chemical Engineering.I then took my Post Graduate Diploma in Biomedical and Master's degree in Environmental Engineering from Coimbatore Institute of Technology(Autonomous), Coimbatore and Vellore Institute of Technology University , Vellore respectively. Then went to study Doctorate in Chemical Engineering under the supervision of Prof.Dr. Prabirkumar Saha and Prof.Dr. K. Pakshirajanat Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati. Academic career(2008-2010) In June 2008, immediately after submitting dissertation, joined Department of Chemical Engineering & Materials Science, Amrita University, as senior lecturer, then moved to Department of Chemical Engineering, National Institute of Technology located in my hometown as Assistant Professor during November 2008. There after had brief (September-december 2009)stay in the Department of Chemical Technology, Politechnika Gdańska, Poland as Assistant Professor (Tenure Track). Academic career at University of Malaya(2010-2016) Finally, moved to Malaysia in February 2010 as Senior Lecturer in the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya,(Ranked 87 among the world universities) Kuala lumpur, Malaysia. I had a great time at University of Malaya where I founded my own research laboratory on “Environmental Nanomaterials”and graduated notable off springs and the country eventually became my 2nd home town. I was also an active Associate Member of Nanotechnology & Catalysis Research Centre (NANOCAT) a High Core Center Identified by the Ministry of Education Malaysia. During my stay I was rigorously involved in expanding my research establishment through projects, collaboration with colleague and other premier laboratories in the field of "Light Driven Nanomaterials". The University of Malaya provided me a platform for achieving greatest milestones. Academic career at IIT(ISM )(2016- Till date) In September 2016, moved back to India and Joined the Department of Environmental Science & Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad, Jharkhand, as Associate Professor. After assigning position, received DST-SERB-Early Career Award and was conferred as Chartered Chemist (CChem) by the prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry(RSC), UK in 2018. Was elected as a Member Institute of Engineer (MIE) in November 2018 and subsequently conferred as Chartered Engineer(CEng(India)). In 2021 was conferred as a Fellow RSC. In July 2024 elevated as Professor.

Research Interest: Advanced Functional Nanomaterials, Materials Chemistry, Waste Recycling, Water Energy Nexus Solar Water Treatment, Solar Fuel.

Curriculum
Vitae
Publications

Teaching

Teaching Activities: (Course Taught)

 IIT(ISM)Dhanbad, India

  • Environmental Nanotechnology (ESE 18102/ ESD 406), Design of Air Pollution Control System (ESH 15101, ESE 15104, ESC 51104) Principles of Air and Noise (ESC51203), Air and Nosie Pollution (ESM17101), Application of Environmental Management System (ESM17102), Environmental Science (CMD11301, ESI101), Environmental Economics (ESE17103), Environmental Management System & Audit (ESC18102), Industrial Pollution Control & Management (ESE18101), Environmental Impact Assessment (ESC17103 / ESC 310) Environmental Law & Impact Assessment (ESC 506)

University of Malaya, Malaysia

  • Environmental Microbiology and Ecology (KAES 1147), Air and Noise Pollution (KAES 3146), Environmental Management System (KAES 4350), Ecology Field Trip(KAES 1148), Environmental Health Engineering(KAES 3245) & Environmental Chemistry(KAES 2144) modules with laboratories for Environmental Engineering Undergraduates.
  •  Environmental Engineering for Civil Engineering Undergraduates.

Politechnika Gdańska, Poland 

  • AUTOCAD & CHEMCAD to chemical technology, environmental protection & Management undergraduate students.

National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli, INDIA

  • Nanotechnology to chemical engineering undergraduate and Bio Processing Engineering for post graduate students
  • Energy & Environment to first year undergraduate (B. Tech) students.      

Amrita University, INDIA

  • Handled Material Science.

 

Academics

  • Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, 09.2008, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG), Guwahati, INDIA(https://gyan.iitg.ac.in/items/4d7ebf9f-dfc0-47ea-bdcf-6dda00d5675c)Adviser(s): Prof. Dr. P. K. Saha, Prof. Dr .K. Pakshirajan
  • M.Tech, Environmental Engineering (First Class with Distinction), 01.2003, Vellore Institute of Technology University, Vellore, INDIA
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Instrumentation Technology, (First Class) 05.2001, Coimbatore Institute of Technology (Autonomous), Coimbatore, INDIA
  • B. Tech, Chemical Engineering, (First Class) 05.2000, University of Madras, Chennai, INDIA

Position

 

  • 2024.07 – Till date: Professor, Department of Environmental Science and Engineering Indian Institute of Technology (ISM)Dhanbad, Dhanbad-826004, Jharkhand, INDIA
  • 2016.09 – 2024.07: Associate Professor, Department of Environmental Science and Engineering Indian Institute of Technology (ISM)Dhanbad, Dhanbad-826004, Jharkhand, INDIA
  • 2010.02 –2016.08: Senior Lecturer, Environmental Engineering Programme, Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur-50603, MALAYSIA.
  • 2011.02 – 2016.08: Affiliated Member, Nanotechnology & Catalysis Research Center (NANOCAT), University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur-50603, MALAYSIA.
  • 2009.09 –2009.12: Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), Department of Chemical Technology, Chemical Faculty, Politechnika Gdańska, ul. G. Narutowicza 11/12,80-233 Gdańsk, POLAND
  • 2008.11 –2009.08: Assistant Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli, Tiruchirappalli- 620 015, INDIA
  • 2008.06 – 2008.09: Senior Lecturer, Department of Chemical Engineering & Materials Science, Amrita University, Coimbatore-641023, INDIA

Awards and Honors

  • Conferred as Fellow  Royal Society of Chemistry, UK February 2021
  • Conferred as Chartered Engineer (CEng) Institute of Engineers (IE) India, December 2018
  • Conferred as Chartered Chemist (CChem)Royal Society of Chemistry, UK,  June 2018
  • Our Innovation on the new generation photocatalyst that was capable to remove the lethal aquatic organic pollutants appeared in the nation news daily (Dainik Jagran, Hindi Daily, 19 May 2022 Dhanbad Edition, India) as special coverage.
  • Innovation Competition Champion organised in conjunction with Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, (UTP) 20th Anniversary Celebration, 2017 under leadership of Prof. Dr. Ramesh T Subramaniam, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Awarded Gold in the International Eureka Innovation Exhibition 2017 organised by Universiti Kuala Lumpur Malaysian Spanish Institute (UniKL MSI) Kulim Malaysian under leadership of Prof. Dr. Ramesh T Subramaniam, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Early Career Award Recipient 2016: Awarded by Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India 
  • Received International Accreditation (2015) for the work  Degrading BPA with Visible Light and a New Hybrid Photocatalyst with a special coverage by various scientific news platforms and technical journals including American Institute of Physics, July 21, 2015; Photonics Spectra(Science and technology magazines) United States in September 2015, Asian Scientist Singapore August 4, 2015.  

Publications

Books Published

  1. P.Mukherjee., U. Sharma., A. Rani., P. Mishra., P. Saravanan Carbon- Various methods for the recovery of metals from the wastewater (Chapter 12):  Metals in Water (Global Sources, Significance, and Treatment) Advances in Environmental Pollution Research, 2023, 978-0-323-95919-3, ELESIVER. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-95919-3.00007-0
  2. K.H.Leong, Y.H. Chin, L.C. Sim, B. Tan, C.M. Dai, P. Saravanan,  Physical properties of quantum dots(Chapter 28):  Graphene, Nanotubes and Quantum Dots-Based Nanotechnology, 2022,  687-709, ISBN: 978-0-323-85457-3 Woodhead Publishing https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-85457-3.00017-7
  3. L.C.Sim, S.H.Shuit, K.H.Leong, P. Saravanan Carbon-nanomaterial modified molecularly imprinted polymers for the sensing of organophosphorus simulants (Chapter 25):  Sensing of deadly toxic chemical warfare agents, nerve agent simulants, and their Toxicological aspects, ISBN: 978-0-323-90553-4, ELESIVER. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-90553-4.00013-5
  4. K.H. Leong.,Y.H.Chin.,L.C.Sim B.Tan C.M.Dai P. Saravanan., Chapter 28 - Physical properties of quantum dots Graphene, Nanotubes and Quantum Dots-Based Nanotechnology. Fundamentals and Applications Woodhead Publishing Series in Electronic and Optical Materials, 2022, Pages 687-709. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-85457-3.00017-7
  5. K.K. Leong, J.J. Ng, L.C. Sim, P. Saravanan, C. Dai, B. Tan, Biogenic Synthesis of Nanoparticulate Materials for Antiviral Applications, Viral and Antiviral Nanomaterials Synthesis, Properties, Characterization, and Application, CRC Press, 2022, ISBN 9781003136644 https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003136644
  6. L. C. Sim, W.Q. Wee, S.Y. Siow, K.H.Leong, J.J.Ng, P. Saravanan, Photocatalytic Inactivation of Pathogenic Viruses Using Metal Oxide and Carbon-Based Nanoparticles, Viral and Antiviral Nanomaterials Synthesis, Properties, Characterization, and Application, CRC Press, 2022, ISBN 9781003136644 https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003136644
  7. L. C. Sim, S. S. Terng, J. Y. Lim, J. J. Ng, W. C. Chong, K. H. Leong, P Saravanan Chapter 6, Carbon Dot-based Composites: Recent Progress, Challenges and Future Outlook, All-carbon Composites and Hybrids, ISBN 978-1-83916-176-6, RSC publishing DOI https://doi.org/10.1039/9781839162718
  8. JJ Ng, KH Leong, LC Sim, WD Oh, C Dai, P Saravanan Chapter 10: Environmental remediation using nano-photocatalyst under visible light irradiation: the case of bismuth phosphate, Nanomaterials for Air Remediation, A volume in Micro and Nano Technologies 193-207, ISBN 978-0-12-818821-7, Elsevier https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-818821-7.00010-5
  9. L.C. Sim, J.Y. Tai, J.M. Khor, J.L.Wong, J.Y. Lee, K.H. Leong, P. Saravanan, A.A. Aziz, Chapter 1: Carbon Dots from Green Precursors with Amplified Photoluminescence: Synthesis, Characterization and Its Application, Plant Nanobionics: Volume 2, Approaches in Nanoparticles Biosynthesis and Toxicity (Nanotechnology in the Life Sciences)   Springer, (July 21, 2019), ISBN-10: 3030163784  10.1007/978-3-030-16379-2. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-16379-2_1
  10. P.F.Lim, K.H.Leong, L.C.Sim, J.L.Wong, P. Saravanan, A.A. Aziz, Chapter 2: Perovskite Oxide–Based Photocatalysts for Excellent Visible Light–Driven Photocatalysis and Energy Conversion Plant Nanobionics: Volume 2, Approaches in Nanoparticles Biosynthesis and Toxicity (Nanotechnology in the Life Sciences)  (July 21, 2019), ISBN-10: 3030163784,pp35-54. https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-16379-2_2
  11. A.Nawaz , A. Kuila , A. Rani , N.S. Mishra, L.C. Sim , K.H. Leong, P. Saravanan* , Chapter6:  Industrial Applications of Nanomaterial, Industrial Application of Light Driven, 151-179, Elsevier, ISBN: 9780128157497, https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-815749-7.00006-2
  12. P.Mukherjee, A.Rani, P.Saravanan*, Chapter4: Polymeric Materials for 3D Bioprinting, 3D Printing Technology in Nanomedicine 1st Edition [Editors: Dr. Nabeel Ahmad, Dr. P. Gopinath and Prof. Rajiv Dutta], ISBN: 9780128158906 Elsevier 2019 https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-815890-6.00004-9
  13. K.H. Leong, L.C.  Sim, P. Saravanan*, S. Ibrahim, Light Driven Nanomaterials for Removal of Agricultural Toxins. Sustainable Agriculture Reviews Volume 3:Chapter 9, Nanoscience in Food and Agriculture, Editors: Drs. S. Ranjan, N. Dasgupta and E. Lichtfouse. 2016,225-242, ISBN 978-3-319-48008-4, Springer. 10.1007/978-3-319-48009-1_9 
  14. Kaan, C.C., Aziz, A.A., Ibrahim,S., Matheswaran, M., Saravanan, P*. Heterogeneous Photocatalytic Oxidation an Effective Tool for Wastewater Treatment: A Review, Studies on Water Management Issues,Intech Publishers, 2011, ISBN 978-953-307-961-5. pp 219-236. https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/26127
  15. Pakshirajan, K., and Saravanan, P. (2007)Activated sludge process modeling by ASM 1 and back propagation neural networks, Modeling and Simulation (Vol 1), Eds. Prasad S.R.K., Prabhakar R., Ramasamy E. and Saravanan R., ISBN: 81-8424-218-2, pp. 230-234.

List Of Research Publications (only in Peer-reviewed Journals)

Journal (WOS)  (For a complete list refer to publication )

  1. A. Rani., A.S.Lal., P. Saravanan* Bismuth niobate/ gC3N4 heterojunction for maximised visible light photocatalytic removal of Bisphenol A Chemosphere. 364, 1431982024,. (IF:8.1, Q1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.143198
  2. L.C. Sim , K.P. Leong., W.C.  Chong , K.H. Leong , Y.H. Chin , P. Saravanan , A.A. Aziz, Integrated Adsorption-Photocatalytic Degradation of Chicken Processing Wastewater Using Powdered Activated Carbon-Supported Graphitic Carbon Nitride Journal of Engineering Science and Technology 2024, 19, 317 – 334 (IF:0.7, Q3).  https://jestec.taylors.edu.my/V19Issue1.htm
  3. U. Sharma., P.Mukherjee., S. Basu., P. Saravanan* Facile synthesis of ZIF-8 modified PES beads with improved sorption characteristics for elimination of congo red from aquatic stream Reactive & Functional Polymers,. 2023, 105765. (IF:4.5, Q1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reactfunctpolym.2023.105765
  4. P. Mishra., P.Gopinath., P. Saravanan* Built in electric-field active 2D β-BN/ZIS coated water-fed photoelectrode for methane conversion into hydrogen gas and VAPs through non-oxidative coupling, Chemical Engineering Journal, 2023, 468, 143634 (IF:13.3,Q1)  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cej.2023.143634
  5. N.S. Mishra., A. Kuila., P. Saravanan* D. Bahnemann., M. Jang., Simultaneous S-scheme promoted Ag@AgVO3/g-C3N4/CeVO4 heterojunction with enhanced charge separation and photo redox ability towards solar photocatalysis Chemosphere. 2023, 326, 138496. (IF:8.1, Q1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.138496
  6. A. Rani,  P. Saravanan* Heterojunction built sillenite/ perovskite (Bi25Fe2O39 -SrTiO3) composite of distinct light sensitive nature for an interactive solar photocatalysis performance, Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 2023, 11, 109550 (IF:7.4, Q1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jece.2023.109550
  7. U. Sharma., R.Pandey., S. Basu., P. Saravanan* ZIF-67 blended PVDF membrane for improved Congo Red removal and antifouling properties: A correlation establishment between morphological features and ultra-filtration parameters Chemosphere. 2023, 320, 138075. (IF:8.1, Q1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.138075
  8. P. Mishra., P.Gopinath., P. Saravanan* Photoelectrochemical oxidation of nonoxidative methane into the value-added product over FRET-induced ZnO/ Ag@Ag4V2O7 Donor-Acceptor heterojunction, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2023,  48, 586-599 (IF:8.1,Q1)  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2022.09.277
  9. N. S. Mishra, S. Chandra P. Saravanan* Solvent free synthesis of carbon modified hexagonal boron nitride nanorods for the adsorptive removal of aqueous phase emerging pollutants, Journal of Molecular Liquids 2023, 369, 120969 (IF:5.3, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molliq.2022.120969
  10. N.Rahman., C.E.,Choong., S. Pichiah., I.W.Nah., J.G.Kim., S.E.Oh., Y.Yoong., E.H Choi., M.Jang Recent advances in the TiO2 based photoreactors for removing contaminants of emerging concern in water Separation and Purification Technology, 2023, 304, 122294 (IF:8.1,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seppur.2022.122294
  11. N. S. Mishra, P. Saravanan* Z-scheme promoted heterojunction photocatalyst (Ag@AgVO3 /rGO/CeVO4) with improved interfacial charge transfer for efficient removal of aqueous organics irradiated under LED light, Chemosphere. 2023,  310, 136896 (IF:8.1, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.136896
  12. N. S. Mishra, P. Saravanan* LED light activated photocatalytic performance of metal-free carbon modified hexagonal boron nitride towards degradation of methylene blue and phenol, Beilstein Journal of Nanotechnology. 2022,   13, 1380-1392 (IF:2.6, Q2) https://doi.org/10.3762/bjnano.13.114   
  13. J.J. Ng, L.C. Sim, W.D. Oh, P. Saravanan, B. Tan, K.H.  Leong Accelerated sunlight photocatalysis through improved electron mobility between g-C3N4 and BiPO4 nanomaterial. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2022,   29,86068 - 86076 (IF:5.8, Q1). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-021-16449-y
  14. P. Mukhrjee., U. Sharma., P. Saravanan* PEDOT modified MIL-53 (Al) as high throughput cathode catalyst for durable and economical power generation in microbial fuel cell International Journal of Energy Research. 2022,   46, 23326 - 23340 (IF:4.3, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1002/er.8630
  15. P. Mukhrjee., P. Saravanan* Pyrolytically synthesized Cobalt based Carbon nitrogen framework as an efficient cathode catalyst in MFC application Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 2022,   10, 108940 (IF:7.4, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jece.2022.108940
  16. A. Rani, P. Saravanan* Heterojunction formation between AgNbO3 and Co3O4 for full solar light utilization with improved charge-carrier separation, Photochemical & Photobiological Sciences. 2022,  21, 1735–1750(IF:2.7,Q2)  https://doi.org/10.1007/s43630-022-00253-9
  17. U. Sharma., R.Pandey., S. Basu., P. Saravanan* Facile monomer interlayered MOF based thin film nanocomposite for efficient Arsenic separation Chemosphere. 2022,  309, 136634 (IF:8.1, Q1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.136634
  18. P. Mukherjee, N.S. Mishra, P. Saravanan* Corrigendum to “Polydopamine modified silk fibroin 3-D anode for enhanced microbial fuel cell operation” [Sustain Energy Technol Assess 49 (2022) 101696] Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments 53, 102502. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2022.102502
  19. P. Mukherjee, P. Saravanan* Corrigendum to Graphite nanopowder functionalized 3-D acrylamide polymeric anode for enhanced performance of microbial fuel cell” [Int. J. Hydrog. Energy. 45 (2020) 23411–23421], International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 47, 25877. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2022.04.043
  20. M. Narayan, R.Sadasivam ,G .Packirisamy, P. Saravanan Electrospun polyacrylonitrile-Moringa Olifera based nanofibrous bio-sorbent for remediation of Congo red dye. Journal of Environmental Management. 2022,   317, 115294 (IF:8.0, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jenvman.2022.115294
  21. A.Nawaz, A.Rani , H. Zarrin, P. Saravanan* Construction of highly efficient separable p-n junction based light driven composite (NiFe2O4/MnWO4) for improved solar light utilization. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 2022,   642, 128716. (IF:4.9, Q2) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.colsurfa.2022.128716
  22. A. Kuila, S. Routu P. Saravanan*, C. Wang, D. Bahnemann., Thermo-photodynamic perspective of the simultaneous S-Scheme ternary heterostructure through Ag3VO4 shuttle for increased photo-redox ability, Applied Materials Today, 2022,   27, 101435 (IF:7.2, Q1), https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmt.2022.101435
  23. A.Nawaz, S.Goudarzi, H. Zarrin, P. Saravanan* S-Scheme/Type-1 heterostructure stimulated WO3/g-C3N4-WS2 ternary photocatalyst with improved charge transfer mechanism for full solar spectrum photocatalysis, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2022,   902,163951. (IF:5.8, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2022.163951
  24. S.B. Jang, C.E. Choong, S. Pichiah, J. Choi, Y.Yoon, E.H. Choi In-situ growth of manganese oxide on self-assembled 3D- magnesium hydroxide coated on polyurethane: catalytic oxidation mechanism and application for Mn(II) removal. Journal of Hazardous Materials.  2022,   424, 127267 (IF: 12.2, Q1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhazmat.2021.127267
  25. P. Mukherjee, N. S. Mishra P.Saravanan*, Polydopamine modified silk fibroin 3-D anode for enhanced microbial fuel cell operation. Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2022,   49, 101696 (IF:7.1, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2021.101696
  26. N.Ahamad, G. Shaghayegh, M. A. Asghari, S.Pichiah*, G.S. Selopal , F. Rosei, Z.M. Wang, H. Zarrin  Review of Hybrid 1D/2D Photocatalysts for Light-Harvesting Applications. ACS Applied Nano Materials, 2021,   4, 11, 11323–11352 (IF:5.3, Q2) https://doi.org/10.1021/acsanm.1c01014
  27. L.C. Sim, J.Y.Tai, K.H.Leong, P.Saravanan, S.T.Tan,W.C.Chong, A.A.Aziz Metal free and sunlight driven g-C3N4 based photocatalyst using carbon quantum dots from Arabian dates: Green strategy for photodegradation of 2,4-dichlorophenol and selective detection of Fe3+. Diamond and Related Materials, 2021,   120, 108679. (IF:4.3, Q2) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.diamond.2021.108679
  28. A. Nawaz, S. Goudarzi, P.Saravanan*, H. Zarrin Z-scheme induced g-C3N4 /WS2 heterojunction photocatalyst with improved electron mobility for enhanced solar photocatalysis. Solar Energy 2021,   228, 53-67 (IF:6.0, Q2) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2021.09.040
  29. P. Mukherjee, P.Saravanan*, P.Gopinath, M. Jang Biocatalyst physiology and interplay: A protagonist of MFC operation. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2021,   28, 43217–43233 (IF:5.8, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-021-15015-w
  30. P. Mishra, P.Saravanan*, P.Gopinath, C. Wang, M. Jang A subtle review on the challenges of photocatalytic fuel cell for sustainable power production. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2021,    46 (44), 22877-22906 (IF:8.1,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2021.04.109
  31. A. Nawaz, P.Saravanan*, Significance of rod shape transformation of Tetrahedral TiO2 under thermal influence for enhanced solar photocatalysis. Research on Chemical Intermediates. 2021,   47, 2339–2355 (IF:3.3, Q2) https://doi.org/10.1007/s11164-021-04407-9
  32. A. Kuila, P. Saravanan*, D. Bahnemann., C. Wang Novel Ag decorated, BiOCl surface doped AgVO3 nanobelt ternary composite with Z-scheme homojunction-heterojunction interface for high prolific photo switching, quantum efficiency and hole mediated photocatalysis, Applied Catalysis Environmental B, 2021,   293, 120224(IF:20.2), Q1 Ranked No.1 in Environmental Engineering Category ) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apcatb.2021.120224
  33. A. Nawaz, A. Kuila, N S Mishra, K.H. Leong, L.C.Sim, P. Saravanan*, M,Jang Challenges and implication of full solar spectrum driven photocatalyst, Reviews in Chemical Engineering, 2021,   37 (4), 533-560 (IF:4,9, Q1)  https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2018-0069
  34. S.K. Jena, R Sadasivam, P. Gopinath S. Pichiah Sunlight mediated dye degradation using Electrospun PAN/CuO-ZnO Nanofibrous Composites, Environmental Pollution, 2021,   280, 116964 (IF:7.6, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2021.116964
  35. A. Kuila, P. Saravanan*, S. Routu, P. Gopinath, M. Jang, C. Wang Improved charge carrier dynamics through a type II staggered Ce MOF/mc BiVO4 n-n heterojunction for enhanced visible light utilisation, Applied Surface Science, 2021,   553,149556 (IF:6.3,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apsusc.2021.149556
  36. U. Sharma, S. Shalini, S. Basu, P. Saravanan*, M, Jang Active layer modification of commercial nanofiltration membrane using CuBTC/PVA matrix for improved surface and separation characteristics, Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 2021,   128, app50508. (IF:2.7, Q2) https://doi.org/10.1002/app.50508
  37. J.Y. Tai, K.H. Leong, P Saravanan, S.T. Tan, W.C. Chong L.C. Sim Facile green synthesis of fingernails derived carbon quantum dots for Cu2+ sensing and photodegradation of 2, 4-dichlorophenol. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 2021,    104622 (IF:7.4, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jece.2020.104622
  38. C.E.Choong, K.T. Wong, S.B. Jang, S.Pichiah, C. Park, S.H Kim, B.H. Jeon, J.Y.choi; Y.Yoon. Granular Mg-Fe-layered double hydroxide prepared by dual polymers: Insights into synergistic removal of As (III) and As(V). Journal of Hazardous Materials.  2021,   403, 123883 (IF: 12.2, Q1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhazmat.2020.123883
  39. A. Rani, P. Saravanan*, M. Jang. Recent progress on visible active nanostructured energy materials for water split generated hydrogen. Journal of Nanostructure in Chemistry. 2021,   11, 69–92, (IF:8.6,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1007/s40097-020-00363-9
  40. P. Mukherjee & P. Saravanan* Graphite nanopowder functionalized 3-D acrylamide polymeric anode for enhanced performance of microbial fuel cell, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2020,   45, 23411-23421 (IF:8.1,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2020.06.110
  41. A. Kuila, P. Saravanan*, Intramolecular orbital engineered hetero bi-metallic Ce-Fe MOF with reduced transition energy and enhanced visible light property. Applied Organometallic Chemistry. 2020,   34 (8), e5728. (IF:3.7 ,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1002/aoc.5728
  42. P. F. Lim, K. H. Leong, L. C.Sim, W.D Oh, Y.H. Chin, P. Saravanan, C.M. Dai Mechanism insight of dual synergistic effects of plasmonic Pd-SrTiO3 for enhanced solar energy photocatalysis. Applied Physics A Materials Science & Processing 2020,   126, 550 (2020). (IF:2.5, Q2) https://doi.org/10.1007/s00339-020-03739-4
  43. A. Nawaz, P.Saravanan*, C-Dots composited TiO2 nanorods for enhanced quantum efficiency under direct sunlight. RSC Advances, 2020,   19490-19500 (IF:3.9, Q2) https://doi.org/10.1039/D0RA03157G
  44. C.H.Hak, K.H.Leong, Y.H. Chin, P.Saravanan, S.T. Tan, W.C.Chong, L.C. Sim Water hyacinth derived carbon quantum dots and g-C3N4 composites for sunlight driven photodegradation of 2,4-dichlorophenol, SN Applied Sciences 2020,  2, 1030 (IF:2.8, Q2) https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-020-2840-y
  45. L C Sim, K S Koh, K H Leong, Y H Chin, A A Aziz, P. Saravanan In situ growth of g-C3N4 on TiO2 nanotube arrays: Construction of heterostructures for improved photocatalysis properties, Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 2020,   8 (1), 103611(IF:7.4, Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jece.2019.103611
  46. A. Nawaz., S Singh., S.Pichiah* Black carbon aerosols from the coal seam of eastern India: A real-time analysis with statistical validation, Journal of Earth System Science, 2019,  128,128 (IF:1.3,Q4)  https://doi.org/10.1007/s12040-019-1150-5
  47. S. Sharmini, K.H. Leong; T.K. Wong; G. Lee, S.Pichiah, I.W Na, B.H. Jeon, Y.Yoon; M. Jang, Sonophotocatalytic degradation of Bisphenol A and its intermediates with graphitic carbon nitride, Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2019,  26 (2), 1082–1093. (IF:5.8,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-017-8729-7
  48. P.Mukherjee, P.Saravanan* Perspective view on materialistic, mechanistic and operating challenges of Microbial Fuel Cell on commercialization and their way ahead. ChemistrySelect.  2019, 4 (5), 1601-1612. (IF: 1.9,Q3).   https://doi.org/10.1002/slct.201802694
  49. M. Vafaeifarda S. Ibrahim, K.T. Wong, P. Pasbakhsh, S. Pichiah, J. Choi, Y.Yoon, M.Jang. Novel self-assembled 3D flower-like magnesium hydroxide coated granular polyurethane: Implication of its potential application for the removal of heavy metals. Journal of Cleaner Production.  2019, 216, 495-503.  (IF:9.7,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2018.12.135
  50. R. Lim, K.H. leong, L.C. Sim, A.A.Azrina, P.Saravanan Amalgamation of N-graphene quantum dots with nanocubic like TiO2: An insight study of sunlight sensitive photocatalysis Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2019, 26 (4), 3455–3464 (IF:5.8,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-018-3821-1
  51. K.T. Wong, S.B. Jang, P. Saravanan, I.W. Nah, J. Choi, C.Park, Y.Kim, Y.Yoon, M.Jang,  Sonocatalytic reduction of nitrate using magnetic layered double hydroxide: Implications for removal mechanism. Chemosphere2019,  218, 799-809. (IF:8.1,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2018.11.186
  52. K.T. Wong, P. Saravanan, I.W. Nah, J. Choi, C.Park, Y.Kim, Y.Yoon, M.Jang,  Critical insight on the hydrothermal effects toward exfoliation of g-C3N4 and simultaneous in-situ deposition of carbon quantum dots. Applied Surface Science 2019, 471, 703-713. (IF:6.4,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apsusc.2018.12.064
  53. A.Rani, R.Reddy, U.Sharma, P.Mukherjee, P.Mishra, A.Kuila, L.C.Sim, P.Saravanan* . A Review on the progress of nanostructure materials for energy harnessing and environmental remediation. Journal of Nanostructure in Chemistry 2018, 8 (3), 255-291(IF8.6,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1007/s40097-018-0278-1
  54. N.S. Mishra., P. Saravanan, Review on Synergistic Features of Hexagonal Boron Nitride (White Graphene) as Adsorbent-Photo Active Nanomaterial, ChemistrySelect. 2018, 3,8023-8034 (IF: 1.9,Q3). https://doi.org/10.1002/slct.201801524
  55. C.H. Hak, L.C. Sim, K.H. Leong, P.F.Lim, Y.H. Chin, P. Saravanan, M/gC3N4(M= Ag, Au, and Pd) composite: synthesis via sunlight photodeposition and application towards the degradation of bisphenol A. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2018, 25 (25), 25401-25412 (IF:5.8,Q1) https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-018-2632-8
  56. N.A. Surib, A. Kuila, Saravanan P*, L.C. Sim, K.H. Leong. A ligand Strategic Approach with Cu- MOF for Enhanced Solar Light Photocatalysis. New Journal of Chemistry, 2018, 42, 11124-11130 (IF:2.7,Q2) DOI https://doi.org/10.1039/C8NJ01932K
  57. L.C.Sim, J.L. Wong, C.H. Hak, J.Y. Tai, K.H. Leong, P. Saravanan. Sugarcane juice-derived carbon dots and g-C3N4 composites for Bisphenol A degradation under sunlight irradiation. Beilstein Journal of Nanotechnology. 2018, 9, 353–363 (IF: 2.6,Q2).  https://doi.org/10.3762/bjnano.9.35
  58. K.H.Leong, A.A. Aziz, L.C. Sim, P. Saravanan*, M. Jang, D.Bahnemann. Mechanistic Insights into Plasmonic Photocatalyst in Utilizing Visible Light. Beilstein Journal of Nanotechnology. 2018, 9 (1), 628-648 (IF: 2.6,Q2). https://doi.org/10.3762/bjnano.9.59
  59. N.S. Mishra, A.Kuila , A.Nawaz , S.Pichiah*, K.H.Leong, M.Jang. Engineered Carbon nanotubes: Review on the role of surface chemistry, mechanistic features, and toxicology in the adsorptive removal of aquatic pollutants. ChemistrySelect. 2018, 3(4)1040-1055 (IF: 1.9, Q3). https://doi.org/10.1002/slct.201702951
  60. K.H. Leong, P.F. Lim, L.C. Sim, V. Punia, S. Pichiah*. Improved solar light stimulated charge separation of g-C3N4through self-altering acidic treatment. Applied Surface Science. 2018, 430,355-361Papers in conference abstract volumes / presented
    1. L.C Aun, K.H Leong L.C Sim, C Dai A.A Aziz, W.H Oh, S. Pichiah, C.B. Chew Study of Graphitic Carbon Nitride and Bismutite Photocatalysts for Efficient Sunlight Driven Removal of Carbamazepine, Environmental Science and Engineering, Pages 13 – 25, 2024
    2. LC Sim, Y Fong, YH Chin, KH Leong, P Saravanan Optimization of adsorption parameter for removal of heavy metal using zeolite and Portland cement mixture coated on egg carton - IOPscience, 2023, 1135,012031.
    3. YK Tai, LC Sim, KH Leong, P Saravanan Optimization Study of Adsorption Parameter for Removal of Dye Pollutant Using Candle Soot Coated Egg Carton - IOPscience 2021,945, 012012.
    4. Yen, S. H., Sim, L. C., Chin, Y. H., Leong, K. H., & Saravanan, P.  Design of homemade photoreactor for dye removal upon irradiation by sunlight: AIP Conference Proceedings: Vol 2332, No 1 (scitation.org). 2021, 2332, 070005.
    5. W Q Yap, Y H Chin, K H Leong, P Saravanan, L C Sim. Design of photoreactor with high sunlight concentration for improved photocatalytic degradation of dye pollutant - IOPscience, 2021,646, 012012.
    6. L C Sim., J M Khor., K H Leong., P Saravanan. Synthesis and Characterization of Dried Leaves Derived Carbon Quantum Dots and g-C3N4 Composite - IOPscience. 2020, 894 012003.
    7. J.J.Ng, K.H. Leong, L.C.Sim, Y.H. Chin., P. Saravanan. Visible light responsive BiPO4/g-C3N4 for enhanced photocatalysis of 2-4 dichlorophenol under solar irradiation - IOPscience. 2020, 917 012007.
    8. J.Y.Tai, K.H. Leong, P. Saravanan, L.C. Sim, Bioinspired Synthesis of Carbon Dots/g-C3N4 Nanocomposites for Photocatalytic Application E3S Web of Conferences, 2018, 65, 05015.
    9. C.H. Hak, L.C. Sim, K.H. Leong, Y.H. Chin, P. Saravanan, Sunlight Photodeposition of Gold nanoparticles onto Graphitic Carbon Nitride (g-C3N4) and Application Towards the Degradation of Bisphenol A - IOPscience  2018, 409 (1), 012008.
    10. K.H. Leong, S.Y. Fong, P.F. Lim, L.C. Sim, P. Saravanan Physical Mixing Of N-Doped Graphene Quantum Dots Functionalized TiO2 For Sustainable Degradation Of Methylene Blue - IOPscience .2018, 409 (1), 012009.
    11. W.H. Tan, C.H.Hak, P.Saravanan, K.H.Leong, L.C. Sim, Titania with Alkaline Treated Graphitic Carbon Nitride (g-C3N4) to Improve Photocatalysis Properties - IOPscience. 2017, 205, 012023.

      Conference Presentation

    12. P. Saravanan, R. Thangavel, Photoactive Coordination Polymers as Smart Energy Materials 12th International Conference on Complex Fluids and Soft Matter (COMPFLU-2018) 6-9 December 2018, IIT Roorkee, INDIA
    13. A.Surib, L.C. Sim, K.H.Leong, A. Kuila, P. Saravanan, K.M.Lo, S. Ibrahim, D. Bahnemann, M.Jang. Metal Ions Intercalated Cadmium (II)-Metal-Organic Frameworks for Enhanced Day Light Photocatalysis. 5th International Conference on Advanced Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (ICANN-2017), Dec 18-21, 2017, IITGuwahati, INDIA
    14. Kang, Y.L., S. Ibrahim, P. Saravanan Enhancement of microbial fuel cell anode through conductive polymer, European Fuel Cell Technology & Applications Conference - PieroLunghi Conference, December 16-18, 2015, Naples, ITALY.
    15. K.H Leong, L.C.Sim, P.Saravanan, Robustness of Carbon Materials for Promoting Enhanced Visible Light Driven Photocatalysis,4th International Conference on Advanced Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (ICANN-2015), Dec 08-11, 2015, IITGuwahati, INDIA
    16. Leong, K. H., Liu, S. L., Sim, L. C., Saravanan, P., Jang, M., & Ibrahim, S, Surface reconstruction of titania with g-C3N4 and Ag for promoting efficient electrons migration and enhanced visible light photocatalysis. The Asia-Oceania Top University League on Engineering. 1-3 November (2015) SINGAPORE.
    17. Leong K H , Sim L C, Saravanan P, Jang M, Ibrahim S, Surface reconstruction of titania with g-C3N4 and Ag for promoting efficient electrons migration and enhanced visible light photocatalysis, 4th European Conference on Environmental Applications of Advanced Oxidation Processes – (EAAOP4) 21-24 October 2015, Athens, GREECE.
    18. N.A. Suriba, L.C. Sim, K.M. Lo, P. Monash, S.Ibrahim, P.Saravanan, Hydrothermal synthesis, structure and photocatalytic activities of Cd (II) metal organic framework constructed from 1,2,4,5-Benzenetetracarboxylic acid, 5th International Conference on Functional Materials & Devices 2015 (ICFMD - 2015), , 4 – 6 August 2015, Johor Bahru, MALAYSIA.
    19. K.H. Leong, H.Y. Chu, S. Ibrahim,P.Saravanan, Palladium nanoparticles anchored to anatase TiO2 for enhanced surface plasmon resonance stimulated, visible-light-driven photocatalytic activity.5th International Conference on Environment 2015 (ICENV 2015)18th – 19th August, 2015 Penang, MALAYSIA.
    20. Leong, K. H., Sim. L. C., Ibrahim. S., Saravanan, P. “Visible light driven reduced graphene oxide enwrapped Ag/TiO2photocatalyst” 3rd Water Research Conference. 11-14 January 2015, Shenzhen, CHINA.
    21. Kang, Y.L., Rosdi, A.N, Ibrahim, S., Saravanan, P. Modified Graphite felt with Poly (3, 4-ethylenedioxythiophene) as anode for microbial fuel cell application. 2nd Asia Pacific International Society of Microbial Electrochemistry and Technology Meeting, 21 -23 July 2014, NUS, SINGAPORE.
    22. Sim, L. C., Ibrahim, S., Saravanan, P. “Rapid thermal reduced graphene oxide-Pt doped TiO2 nanotube arrays.” 8th European Meeting on Solar Chemistry and Photocatalysis: Environmental Applications (SPEA 8).25−28 June 2014, Thessaloniki, GREECE
    23. Leong, K. H., Monash, P., Ibrahim, S., Saravanan, P. “Solar photocatalytic activity of anatase TiO2 nanocrystals synthesized by non-hydrolitic sol-gel method.” 1st International Conference on Energy Environment and Human Engineering (ICEEHE2013), 22−23 December 2013, Yangon, MYANMAR.
    24.  Kang, Y.L., Ibrahim, S., Saravanan, P. Conductive Polymer Electrode for Microbial Fuel Cell Application. 1stInternational Conference on Energy Environment and Human Engineering (ICEEHE2013), December 2013, Yangon, MYANMAR.
    25. Sim, L. C., Leong, K. H., Ibrahim, S., Saravanan, P. “Graphene oxide-Ag doped TiO2 nanotube arrays with enhanced photocatalytic activity.” 1st International Conference on Energy Environment and Human Engineering (ICEEHE 2013)21−23 Decemebr 2013, Yangon, MYANMAR.
    26. Sim, L. C., Leong, K. H., Ibrahim, S., Saravanan, P. “Graphene oxide-Ag doped TiO2 nanotube arrays for enhanced photocatalytic activity.” IWA Symposium on Environmental Nanotechnology (IWASEN 2013) 24−27 April 2013, Nanjing, CHINA.
    27. Sim L.C Ibrahim, S., Saravanan, P TiO2/NiO Nanotube Photocatalyst for Enhanced Visible Light Harvesting, International Conference on X-Rays & Related Techniques in Research & Industry 2012 (ICXRI2012), The X-Ray Application Malaysia Society and USM, 03 -05 July 2012, Bangi, MALAYSIA.
    28. Azrina, A.A., Ibrahim,S.,  Saravanan, P., Mineralization of 2, 4-dichlorophenol by Day Light Irradiated Titania supported on Barium Ferrite, 6th IWA Specialist Conference on Oxidation Technologies for Water and Wastewater Treatment,  IWA/CUTEC 07-09 May 2012.Goslar, GERMANY.
    29. Aziz, A.A., Yau, Y.H., Ibrahim, S., Saravanan, P. Photodegradation of pesticide by TiO2 supported graphene oxide nanofiber under sunlight in 2nd  International Conference on Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOP 2012), October 5-8, 2012, Kottayam, INDIA.
    30. Aziz, A.A., Ibrahim, S., Puma, G.L., Saravanan, P. Preparation, characterization and photoactivity of TiO2/SiO2/SrFe12O19 nanocomposite photocatalyst in 2nd International Conference on Advanced Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (ICAAN 2011), December 8-10, 2011, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, INDIA.
    31. Azrina,A.A., Li K.Y., Ibrahim, S., Saravanan, P.Adsorption of Cadmium ion from Aqueous solution using Activated Carbon Prepared from Garcinia mangostana Shell. International congress on Green process Engineering(GPE 2011), Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia, December 6-8, 201l. International congress on Green process Engineering(GPE 2011), University of Toulouse, France: University of Malaya,06 -08 December 2011, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA.
    32. Azrina, A.A., Soon,Y.K.,  Kaan, C.C., Ibrahim,S.,  Saravanan, P., Preparation and characterization of nitrogen-doped TiO2photocatalyst to enhance the visible light property, The International Conference for Nanomaterials Synthesis and Characterization 2011 (INSC 2011), Malaysian Nuclear Society, July 04 -05, 2011, Bangi, MALAYSIA.
    33. Saravanan, P.,Pakshirajan, K. and Saha P. Evaluation of indigenous mixed microbial consortium for bioremediation of petroleum refinery effluent. In Proceedings International Symposium on Sanitary and Environmental Engineering (SIDISA 08), Organized by Civil and Environmental Engineering Department, University of Florence, Italy, June 24-27, 2008, ITALY.
    34. Saravanan, P.,Pakshirajan, K. and Saha, P. Performance of batch stirred tank reactor in degrading phenol using indigenous mixed microbial consortium: Abstract in proceedings of International Conference on New Horizon in Biotechnology (NHBT). Organized by National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science & Technology (NIST), (Formerly Regional Research Laboratory), 26 – 29 November 2007, Trivandrum, INDIA.
    35. Saravanan, P.,Pakshirajan, K. and Saha, P. Kinetics of growth and multi substrate degradation by an indigenous mixed microbial culture isolated from a wastewater treatment plant in Guwahati, India: Presented in 2nd IWA – ASPIRE Asia-Pacific Regional Group Conference & Exhibition, Water and Sanitation in the Asia-Pacific Region: Opportunities, Challenges and Technology, 28 October - 1 November 2007, Perth, AUSTRALIA.
    36. Pakshirajan, K., and Saravanan, P. Activated sludge process modeling by ASM 1 and back propagation neural networks, Presented in International Conference on Modeling and Simulation(CITICOMS 2007), Coimbatore Institute of Technology, August 27-29, 2007, Tamilnadu, INDIA.
    37. Saravanan, P., Mandal, B.P. and Saha, P. Solar Photocatalytic treatment of phenolic wastewater. Presented in 58th Annual Session of the Indian Chemical Engineering Congress (CHEMCON 2005), December 14-17, 2005, New Delhi, INDIA.

    Patents

    P. Saravanan, S. Chandana, P.Mukherjee, A.Rani LED/Solar Potable Water Purifier [SO(L)PURE] File No. Application No. 202331057077 dated 25.08.2023: Status Published

Projects & Activities

Sponsored Research Projects (External Funded)

Sponsored Research Project as Principal Investigator

  1. Solar Driven Community Potable Water Purification System (IMP/2019/000286) Rs. 72,09,400 IMPRINT II-C. Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) 2019-2022.
  2. Design and Development of Full Solar Spectrum Enriched Photocatalyst for Sustainable Water Treatment (ECR/2016/001400) Early Career Award, Rs. 15,40,000 Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), 2017-2020.
  3. Facile synthesis of Light Driven Nanostructures Hybrid Pervoskite for Sustainable Treatment of POPs FRS (109/2016-17/ESE): Rs. 10,00,000, IIT(ISM)Dhanbad 2016-2019.
  4. Fundamental Exploration of Surface Plasmon Resonance Mechanism on Visible Light Absorption in Titania based Photocatalysts (FP051-2013B), MYR 122000, Ministry of Education, Malaysia, 2013 -17.
  5. Preparation and photoactivity of nanostructured composite strontium titanate (SrTiO3) for sustainable treatment of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) RP019B-13AET, MYR163000 University Malaya Research Grant (UMRG), 2013 -16         
  6. Sustainable Energy Production from Palm Oil Industry Wastewater using Microbial Fuel Cell (UM.C/625/1/HIR/053/2), MYR189000, High Impact Research (HIR), University of Malaya, 2011-13.
  7. Development of modified TiO2- photocatalyst for improved conversion of hydrocarbon fuel from Greenhouse gas (CO2) (RG167-12SUS) MYR 116600, UMRG, 2012-14
  8. Preparation of high surface area magnetically separable titanium dioxide with visible light property for environmental applications (RG091-10SUS), MYR99000, UMRG, 2010-12.
  9. Established New Analytical Facility for Environmental Engineering, $1million, Vice-Chancellor Special Grant (Strait Trading (E-00000-19103), 2011-13.
  10. Preparation of high surface area magnetically separable titanium dioxide with visible light property for environmental applications (PV092-2011A), $21000, UMRG, 2011-14.
  11. Development of nano photocatalyst for the direct conversion of CO2 to hydrocarbon fuel (PV106-2012A), $9000, UMRG, 2012-15.    
  12. Preparation and Characterization of Proton Exchange Membrane from Sulfonated Polystyrene and Zeolite for Microbial Fuel Cell Application (PG022-2013A), $5500, UMRG, 2013-16.                       

Training/Internship

  • Organized Internship and Skill Development on Nanotechnology between 28/06/2021- 02/07/2021 funded by SERB under ACCELERATE VIGYAN (VRITIKA) with a fund allocation of Rs 50000/- (Participant Benefited 265)

International Grant (Participation as Foreign Expert)

  • “One Belt One Road” Innovative Talent Exchange Foreign Expert Program Study on the Catalytic Conversion of Nitrogen Oxides in the Background of Carbon Neutrality, Ministry of Science and Technology China Prof. Dr. Chuanyi Wang, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, 2021-22 (One time visit for a month is permitted with full fellowship: The research and academic collaboration will be discussed during the visit)        

Participation as Foreign Co-PI

  • Elucidating the mechanism and kinetics model of Heterojunction formation between bismutite and Molybdenum disulfide quantum dots for water treatment (FRGS/1/2021/TK0/UTAR/02/4)) Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) Ministry of Education Malaysia, PI:  Dr. Kah Hon Leong, Department of Environmental Engineering, Universiti Tunku AbdulRahman Kampar Campus, Malaysia: 2021-2023, RM. 97075 ($23,000)         Completed.

Other Academic and Administrative Activities

Key Administrative Responsibilities Held @IITISM 

  1. Convener, Post Graduate Committee (2020- 2022): Responsibilities includes Admission, Dissertation evaluation, of master’s and any other Master & Doctoral programmes related issues.
  2. Member, Post Graduate Committee (2018-2020): Responsibilities includes Admission, Dissertation evaluation, of master’s and any other Master & Doctoral programmes related issues.
  3. Member, Faculty Recruitment Committee (2021-2023): Responsibilities includes scrutinising the applications of the Assistant Professor at the department level and recommending eligible candidates to the institute for the interview.
  4. Coordinator, Undergraduate Final Year (2017-2018): Evaluation of Industrial Training, conducting composite viva, Coordinating the Final Year Thesis.
  5. Moderator, Assessment Marks (2016-2018): Moderating the marks of UG /PG before officially publicising.

Key Administrative Responsibilities Held @Universiti Malaya, Malaysia

  1. Division Head, Water Resources & Environmental Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering (2012-2016): Duties includes Curriculum Revision, Question Paper Moderation, Self-Assessment Report Preparation for ABET accreditation, Research and Teaching Laboratory Development, samples faculty member for the accreditation auditor’s evaluation.
  2. Member, Curriculum Revision Committee: (2012-2016)
  3. Member, Accreditation Committee (EAC) (2012-2015)
  4. Member, ISO Committee (2012-2014)
  5. Coordinator, Undergraduate Thesis (Civil &Environmental Under Graduates) :(2014-2016)
  6. Faculty Coordinator, Student Exchange for Indian Institute of Technology (IITs) India: (2012-2016)
  7. Joint Secretary,11th International Conference on Concrete Engineering & Technology 2012 (CONCET 2012)
  8. Chairman, Civil and Environmental Engineering Postgraduate Association (CEEPA) of the Malaya University
  9. Acting Head of Department for many occasions (2012-2015): during the absence of the regular Head
  10. Resource person as Technical member for various purchase across the faculty and university
  11. Joint Secretary 11thInternational Conference on Concrete Engineering & Technology 2012 (CONCET 2012) -Joint Secretary

Guidance

Dissertation Advised @ IITISM Dhanbad

Doctoral  Completed

  1. Dr. Ankita Rani   “Heterojunction enabled photocatalysts for enhanced solar light utilization” 2023. (Research Fellow, SRM University, Chennai)
  2. Dr. Priyanka Mishra “Light-Driven Nanomaterials for Methane Conversion into Value-Added Products”2023, (Post Doc. Fellow at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany)
  3. Dr. Uttkarshni Sharma     “Metal-Organic Framework embedded polymeric nanocomposite membranes for enhanced separation performances” 2023,(Post Doc Fellow, Department of Civil Engineering, Wyoming University, USA)
  4. Dr. Nirmalendu S. Mishra “Advanced nanomaterials for improved visible light utilisation and adsorption intended for pollution abatement”, 2023, (Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, SRM University Amaravathi, AP) 
  5. Dr. Priya Mukherjee “Microbial Fuel Cell improvisations for sustainable power generation” 2022, (Post Doc Fellow at HES-SO Haute école spécialisée de Suisse occidentale, Sion Swizerland)
  6. Dr. Ahmad Nawaz (Indo-Sastri and Mitacs Doctoral fellow Recipient), “Full Solar Light Harvesting Nano Hybrid Photocatalysts for Removal of Aquatic Pollutants”2022, (Post Doc. Fellow at The Hebrew University, Israel)
  7. Dr. Aneek Kuila, “Visible Light-Induced Smart Photocatalysts for Enhanced Photocatalysis” 2022, (Post Doc Fellow at IIT Technion Israel)

    Ongoing

  1. Mr. Aditya Swarup Lal (Admitted in 2023 Monsson fall)

  2. Miss. Vishwani Sharma (Admitted in 2024 Winter fall)

Dissertation Advised @ Universiti  Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

  1. Dr. Kang Yee Li (Fast Track): My Brain Recipient (MOE, Malaysia) “Enhancement of Microbial Fuel Cell Anode through Functionalization of Conductive Polymer”2016, Manager, Mah Sing Group Berhad, Malaysia.
  2. Dr. Leong Kah Hon (UM Bright Spark Fellow Recipient) “Development of modified titania nano photocatalysts to synergise visible light utilisation for enhanced photocatalysis / Leong Kah Hon.”. 2015, Associate Professor, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kampar, MALAYSIA.
  3. Dr. Sim Lan Ching (MOE, Malaysia My Brain Recipient)” Synthesis of Solar and Visible-Light-Active Highly Ordered Titania Nanotube Arrays (TNTs) for Photocatalytic Applications”2015, Assistant Professor, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kajang, MALAYSIA.
  4. Dr. Azrina Abd Aziz (MOE, Malaysia My Brain Recipient), “Development and application of improved solar driven composite nano photocatalysts with enhanced recovery for the removal of organic pollutants”,2013, Associate Professor, Universiti Malaysia Pahang, Kuantan MALAYSIA.

M.Engg.Sci (Research) Dissertation Completed (Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

  1. Miss. Nur Atiqah Binti Surib “Design and Fabrication of Solar Light Responsive New Metal-Organic Frameworks for Photocatalysis”, 2018, M.Engg.Sci (Research).
  2. Mrs. Anis Nurdhiani Rosdia  (MOE, Malaysia My Brain Recipient),     “Preparation and Characterization of Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Using Different Polystyrene Precursors Through Varied Methods”2015   M.Engg.Sci (Research).

Post Doctoral Fellow (Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

  1. Dr.A. Ashok Kumar (Graduate of IITGuwahati, INDIA) “Rheology and Particle Image Velocimetry” Post Doctoral Fellow, 2013-2015, Associate Professor, Periyar Maniammai University Thanjavur, India.

Project Fellow @IITISM DHANBAD

  1. Miss Santana Chandra “Solar Driven Community Potable Water Purification System”, Jan 2020- Jan 2023.
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