Rakhesh I P | Bio Energy | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Rakhesh I P | Bio Energy | Research Excellence Award

Stella Mary’s College of Engineering | India

Mr. Rakhesh I. P is an emerging researcher in mechanical engineering whose work spans sustainable energy technologies, thermal sciences, materials engineering, and applied safety research. With a portfolio of 15 publications, 13 citations, and a Scopus h-index of 2, he has contributed to impactful studies addressing renewable energy generation, green materials, and occupational risk mitigation. His early investigations into bio-oil yield enhancement using fixed-bed pyrolysis systems laid the foundation for environmentally conscious fuel alternatives derived from biomass waste streams. He has conducted significant work in biogas production from organic waste, offering practical insights for decentralized energy solutions. His research also extends to advanced material characterization, particularly the study of lanthanum-enhanced magnesium–silicon alloys, which supports the development of lightweight and high-performance engineering materials. Complementing his core mechanical engineering contributions, he has co-authored interdisciplinary studies on biological hazards in healthcare and dust-induced respiratory risks in construction environments, demonstrating the application of engineering methodologies to public-health-related safety issues. His participation in national and international conferences has facilitated knowledge dissemination across domains such as energy systems, alloy development, and robotics conceptualization. A notable highlight of his research journey is his patent application for an MWCNT hybrid nanofluid aimed at improving heat-transfer efficiency, reflecting his commitment to innovation in thermal engineering. Through his consistent publication record, interdisciplinary engagement, and focus on practical sustainability challenges, Mr. Rakhesh I. P contributes meaningfully to advancing mechanical and energy engineering research in alignment with contemporary global needs.

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Featured Publications

Sivaprakash, M., Rajkumar, S. R., Jegan, C. D., & Rakhesh, J. P. (2022). Analysis of bio-gas from kitchen waste. AIP Conference Proceedings, 2385(1), 090001. Cited by: 3

Michael, R. F., Rakhesh, I. P., Aneesh, B. A., Subin, N., & Anish, J. (2016). Conceptual design of lightweight areca tree robot. International Conference on Energy Efficient Technologies for Sustainability (ICEETS). Cited by: 3

Pachamaanickam, R. I., & Navaneethakrishnan, S. V. M. (2025). Thermogravimetric assessment and multi-model kinetic study of Indian fish tail nut biomass. Reaction Kinetics, Mechanisms and Catalysis. Cited by: 2

Kumar, S. R. R., Dinesh, C. L., Aravind, M. S., Anjaneya, M. G., Haran, M. H., & others. (2019). Synthesis and scrutiny of pyrolysis-oil from tamarind shell. ISSN Journal. Cited by: 2

Rakhesh, I. P., & Rajkumar, S. R. (2018). Experimental comparison of yield of bio-oil in fixed bed pyrolyzer. ISSN Journal No. 2456-6470. Cited by: 2

Nikita Singh | Algal Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Nikita Singh | Algal Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Durban University of Technology | South Africa

Ms. Nikita Singh is an emerging researcher in Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering whose work advances sustainable biotechnology and green engineering through innovative biomass valorisation, algal biotechnology, and renewable energy systems. Her pioneering research on the co-cultivation of Scenedesmus sp. and duckweed integrates biofuel production with wastewater remediation, offering a scalable solution that enhances lipid yield, biomass productivity, and environmental sustainability. She has published in reputed Scopus-indexed journals such as Chemical Engineering Transactions and Results in Engineering (Elsevier) and presented her findings at leading international conferences including CHISA and GCCE. Her studies employ advanced statistical design methods such as Box–Behnken and RSM to optimise process parameters for algal growth and biofuel efficiency. Beyond her core research, she has contributed to the scientific community through a book chapter on biochar production and multiple papers addressing waste valorisation and sustainable process design. Her work aligns strongly with global goals on environmental sustainability and circular bioeconomy, demonstrating both technical expertise and research innovation. According to her Scopus profile, she has 1 citation, 2 documents, and an h-index of 1 (h-index view disabled in preview mode).

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Featured Publications

Singh, N., Chetty, M., & Rathilal, S. (2025). Hydrocarbon and lipid extraction from Scenedesmus sp. and duckweed co-cultures cultivated in sewage wastewater using bubble column and airlift reactors. Chemical Engineering Transactions.

Singh, N., Chetty, M., & Rathilal, S. (2025). Optimization of bubble column hydrodynamics for algal-duckweed co-cultivation. Results in Engineering. (Accepted with minor comments)

Singh, N., & Chetty, M. (2023). Minimisation of waste via the valorisation of spent coffee grounds into high-value products. Chemical Engineering Transactions, 106, 427–432. ISSN 2283–9216.

Armah, E. K., Chetty, M., Adedeji, J. A., Estrice, D. E., Mutsvene, B., Singh, N., & Tshemese, Z. (2022). Biochar: Production, application and the future. In Biochar: Production, Application and the Future. IntechOpen.

Singh, N., Chetty, M., & Deenadayalu, N. (2022, August). Extraction of caffeine from spent coffee grounds using ionic liquids. Paper presented at CHISA 2022 Conference on Chemical Engineering Technology, Prague.