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

Serena Barile | Industrial Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Serena Barile | Industrial Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Research Fellow at University of Bari Aldo Moro | Italy

Dr. Serena Barile, a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, conducts advanced research in biochemical sciences, focusing on metabolomic profiling, mitochondrial bioenergetics, and molecular diagnostics. Her studies integrate cutting-edge techniques such as HPLC, LC-MS, and GC-MS to explore cellular metabolism and biochemical mechanisms underlying metabolic disorders. Dr. Barile’s research has led to notable publications in Acta Pharmacologica Sinica, Journal of Lipid Research, Biochimica et Biophysica Acta Bioenergetics, Bioresource Technology, and Scientific Reports, addressing critical issues related to mitochondrial transporters, lipid remodeling, and disease biomarkers. Her multidisciplinary expertise bridges molecular biology, biochemistry, and biotechnology, contributing to innovations in metabolic disease diagnostics and cellular bioenergetics. She has presented her findings at national and international biomembrane and bioenergetics conferences, showcasing her active engagement in the scientific community. With 8 citations, 5 indexed publications, and an h-index of 2 in Scopus, Dr. Barile exemplifies an emerging researcher with strong analytical capabilities, innovative scientific thinking, and a commitment to advancing biomedical and metabolic research through integrative experimental and computational strategies.

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Featured Publications

Cafferati Beltrame, L., Sgobba, M. N., Laera, L., Scaglione, V., Todisco, S., Barile, S., Francavilla, A. L., De Luca, D. I., Montaruli, M., Porcelli, V., et al. (2025). Combined in silico / in vitro approaches for identifying modulators of the activity of the p.Tyr110Cys Carnitine O-Acetyltransferase (CRAT) variant associated to an early onset case of Leigh syndrome. Acta Pharmacologica Sinica.

Porcelli, V., Barile, S., Capobianco, L., Barile, S. N., Gorgoglione, R., Fiermonte, G., Monti, B., Lasorsa, F. M., & Palmieri, L. (2024). The mitochondrial aspartate/glutamate carrier does not transport GABA. Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) – Bioenergetics.

Parrella, P., Barbano, R., Jonas, K., Fontana, A., Barile, S., Rendina, M., Lo Mele, A., Prencipe, G., Ciuffreda, L., Morritti, M. G., Valori, V. M., Graziano, P., Maiello, E., Copetti, M., Pichler, M., & Pasculli, B. (2024). Tumor suppressor miR-27a-5p and its significance for breast cancer. Biomedicines.

Castellaneta, A., Losito, I., Porcelli, V., Barile, S., Maresca, A., Del Dotto, V., Losacco, V., Guadalupi, L. S., Calvano, C. D., Chan, D. C., Carelli, V., Palmieri, L., & Cataldi, T. R. I. (2024). Lipidomics reveals the reshaping of the mitochondrial phospholipid profile in cells lacking OPA1 and mitofusins. Journal of Lipid Research.

Castellaneta, A., Porcelli, V., Losito, I., Barile, S., Maresca, A., Del Dotto, V., Guadalupi, L. S., Calvano, C. D., Carelli, V., Palmieri, L., & Cataldi, T. R. I. (2023). Methyl carbamates of phosphatidylethanolamines and phosphatidylserines reveal bacterial contamination in mitochondrial lipid extracts of mouse embryonic fibroblasts. Scientific Reports.