Rakesh Gujar | Bioprocess Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Rakesh Gujar | Bioprocess Engineering | Best Researcher Award

PhD Scholar at Institute of Chemical Technology | India

 

Mr. Rakesh Gujar is a dedicated professional and researcher recognized for his commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering innovation in his field, with a career marked by continuous growth, academic excellence, and impactful contributions. Mr. Rakesh Gujar has pursued a strong educational foundation, earning advanced qualifications that have equipped him with both theoretical expertise and practical skills necessary for research and professional practice. Building on this background, Mr. Rakesh Gujar has accumulated extensive experience through diverse roles in academia, research, and industry, demonstrating versatility and leadership in every endeavor. His professional journey reflects a balance of teaching, mentorship, project management, and collaborative initiatives that have significantly contributed to the development of his discipline. Mr. Rakesh Gujar has actively engaged in research projects, contributing valuable insights and results in areas that address both theoretical challenges and real-world applications. His research interests span interdisciplinary domains, with a focus on innovative technologies, problem-solving methodologies, and strategies that enhance knowledge transfer and sustainable development. Through scholarly work, Mr. Rakesh Gujar has shared findings in reputed journals and conferences, thereby enriching the global academic and professional community. His ability to bridge gaps between research and practice is further highlighted by his involvement in collaborations that foster the exchange of ideas and the integration of cutting-edge knowledge into practical solutions. Mr. Rakesh Gujar’s skills include research design, data analysis, critical thinking, and the application of emerging technologies, which have positioned him as a forward-looking contributor in his area of expertise. His career is distinguished not only by professional achievements but also by a strong commitment to ethical practices, continuous learning, and the mentorship of young professionals and students. By contributing to innovation, advancing education, and engaging in meaningful research, Mr. Rakesh Gujar has built a profile that reflects both depth and breadth of expertise. In conclusion, Mr. Rakesh Gujar stands out as a professional whose education, experience, and research interests align seamlessly with his vision for impactful contributions, making him a valuable asset to the academic, industrial, and research communities, and a figure committed to creating lasting influence in his chosen field.

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Featured Publications

Rakesh Gujar. (2023, September 14–16). Attended SuschemE 2.0: International Conference on Sustainability and “Catalyzing Research & Tecnovation for Sustainable Future” Engineering.

Rakesh Gujar. (2023). Attended mini workshop: Building a startup with a demo of supporting lab facilities, organized by TechEx.in and VC Analytics at Venture Center. Pune, Maharashtra, India.

Rakesh Gujar. (2023). Attended mini workshop: Building a startup with a demo of supporting lab facilities and handling of instruments (HPLC, UV–Spectroscopy, GC–MS, FT–IR), organized by Lupin Ltd. Pune, Maharashtra, India.

Rakesh Gujar. (2023). Attended mini workshop: Building a startup with a demo of supporting lab facilities, organized by PALL India Pvt. Ltd. Pune, Maharashtra, India.

Rakesh Gujar. (2017, October 7). Workshop on way to scientific writing and publishing. Buldhana, Maharashtra, India.

Rakesh Gujar. (2020, May 3). Workshop on recent achievements and challenges of 3D printing technology in pharmaceutical drug delivery. Buldhana, Maharashtra, India.

Rakesh Gujar. (2020, April 19). Workshop on artificial intelligence and drug discovery. Pandharpur, Maharashtra, India.

Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari | Bioprocess Engineering | Best Research Article Award

Dr. Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari | Bioprocess Engineering | Best Research Article Award

Lecturer at Amirkabir University of Technology | Iran

Dr. Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari is an accomplished academic, researcher, and technical consultant specializing in energy engineering, climate change, sustainable resource management, and decarbonization strategies, with significant experience across academia, industry, and international collaborations. She earned her Ph.D. in Energy Engineering from Sharif University of Technology, Tehran (2014–2021), where her doctoral thesis focused on hybrid technology evaluation models for minimizing ecosystem sustainability impacts, following her M.Sc. in Energy Engineering from the same institution (2009–2011) and a B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Tehran (2004–2008). Throughout her career, she has held academic positions as Lecturer, Adjunct Professor, and Instructor at leading Iranian universities, including AmirKabir University of Technology, Sharif University of Technology, and the University of Tehran, where she has taught courses in renewable energy systems, waste management, building energy simulation, and optimization. Her professional experience extends to leadership roles such as Scientific Director at Tadbirgaran Energy Company, Technical Manager at the Presidential Center for Progress and Development, and Head of Technology Management Groups at multiple organizations, including Butia Steel Company and Engineering & Industrial Management Consultants Group, where she has directed projects in hydrogen energy transition, carbon capture and storage, petrochemical value chains, and energy-environmental modeling. She has also contributed internationally as a Research Scientist at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) in Austria and the Research Centre for Energy Resources and Consumption in Spain, focusing on water-food-energy nexus models and thermodynamic modeling of biosystems. Her research interests include climate change mitigation, regenerative life models, corporate decarbonization in petrochemical and steel industries, exergy-based ecosystem analysis, and AI-driven energy optimization. Skilled in technical-economic feasibility studies, LCA/LCP modeling, energy policy, greenhouse gas accounting, and process simulation, she has authored influential research cited over 400 times (h-index 11). Her honors include leading multi-sectoral projects with UNDP, FAO, and national ministries on climate policy, stakeholder engagement, and natural resource management. In conclusion, Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari has established herself as a versatile scholar and practitioner who bridges academia, industry, and policymaking, advancing innovative approaches to sustainable energy, climate resilience, and decarbonization pathways, while contributing to both national development and global sustainability initiatives.

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Featured Publications

Sabet, A. F., Ledari, M. B., Maleki, F., & Fani, M. (2025). Exergy and thermoeconomic comparison of sustainable methanol and ammonia production from waste and CO₂. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 119148.

Ledari, M. B., Barkhordar, Z. A., & Maleki, F. (2025). Unveiling the potential of bio-based petrochemical development for a sustainable circular economy: A global perspective. Chemical Engineering Journal, 167974.

Kordi, A., Mohebbi, K., Ledari, M. B., & Shirafkan, S. M. (2025). Transforming ports for a low-carbon future: Nexus modeling of hydrogen infrastructure, employment, and resource management in contrasting climates. Energy Nexus, 100515.

Shirafkan, S. M., Ledari, M. B., Mohebbi, K., Fani, M., & Vahedi, R. (2025). Revolutionising the petrochemical supply chain: Integrating waste and CO₂ from CCUS into a low-carbon circular economy framework. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 116722.

Ledari, M. B., Esmaeilinejad, H., & Joda, F. (2025). Integrated resource management subsequent to climate change: A nexus approach for energy, water and food security. International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology.