Balakrishna S Maddodi | Environmental | Sustainability Achievement Award
Dr. Balakrishna S Maddodi, Manipal Institute of Technology, India.
Dr. Balakrishna S. Maddodi, Ph.D. 
, is an Associate Professor and NSS Program Officer at the Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal. A passionate teacher, researcher, and social worker, he specializes in hydrogeology, water resources, GIS, remote sensing, and environmental sciences 
. He serves as Director of two startups, Ganglia Technologies and Neer Shakti Systems Private Limited 
. With 26 years of teaching and administrative experience, he is a recognized trainer and event organizer, blending pedagogy with environmental and social impact. Dr. Maddodi has received accolades such as the Atal Achievement Award 2022 and Udupi Zilla Rajyostava Award 2021 
.
Publication profile
Education and Experience
- Ph.D. in Geo-informatics and Geo-evaluation Studies from Manipal Academy of Higher Education (2020).
- M.Phil. with distinction in Marine Geology from Mangalore University (1997).
26 years of experience in teaching, administration, and research.- Expert in Environmental Studies, Hydrogeology, Engineering Geology, GIS, and Remote Sensing.
Research focused on sediment transport, river basin dynamics, and coastal morphometry.
Suitability For The Award
Dr. Balakrishna S. Maddodi, a visionary Associate Professor at the Manipal Institute of Technology, has been conferred with the prestigious Sustainability Achievement Award for his remarkable contributions to environmental sustainability, water resource management, and societal well-being. With over 26 years of experience spanning teaching, research, administration, and community service, Dr. Maddodi exemplifies excellence in fostering sustainable practices through education, innovation, and community outreach.
Professional Development
Dr. Maddodi’s research bridges hydrogeology, geoinformatics, and environmental sustainability 
. His projects include paleoclimatic reconstruction, sedimentological studies, and GIS-based river basin analysis. His work emphasizes fluvial and coastal sediment dynamics, sediment transport systems, and seasonal environmental changes. He integrates GIS, remote sensing, and morphometric techniques to assess and manage water and sedimentary resources effectively 
. His research aids in understanding anthropogenic impacts on natural systems and developing sustainable environmental practices.
Awards and Honors
- Ph.D. awarded with distinction from Manipal Academy of Higher Education.
M.Phil. awarded with distinction from Mangalore University.
Atal Achievement Award 2022 for “Most Innovative Faculty with Excellent Pedagogy in Environmental Education and Social Impact.”- Udupi Zilla Rajyostava Award 2021 from Udupi District Administration.
Best Program Officer for organizing the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Bangalore’s First State Level NSS Camp.- State Trainer for NSS, Directorate of Technical Education, Bangalore.
- Mangalore University Sports Champion and Sports Secretary.
Publications Top Notes
- Correlation of Geotechnical and Mineralogical Properties of Lithomargic Clays in Uttara Kannada Region of South India (2024) – Geosciences (Switzerland)
– 3 citations.
- Sustainable options for fertilizer management in agriculture to prevent water contamination: a review (2024) – Environment, Development and Sustainability
– 34 citations.
- Enhanced Wear Resistance in Carbon Nanotube-Filled Bio-Epoxy Composites: A Comprehensive Analysis via Scanning Electron Microscopy and Atomic Force Microscopy (2023) – Journal of Composites Science
– 6 citations.
- Effect of Polypropylene Macro Fiber on Geotechnical Characteristics of Black Cotton Soil: An Experimental Investigation and Correlation Analysis (2023) – Engineered Science
– 7 citations.
- New polymeric and inorganic membrane materials for water separation (2023) – Modern Approaches in Membrane Technology for Gas Separation and Water Treatment
- Simulation and Experimental Analysis of L-Section in Reinforced Cement Concrete: Uncertainties in Performance and Strength (2023) – Engineering Proceedings
- Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Glass Wastes Incorporated Concrete (2022) – Engineered Science
– 6 citations.
- Experimental and Statistical Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Green Cement Concrete – Taguchi Integrated Supervised Learning Approach (2022) – Engineered Science
– 12 citations.