Pradip Kumar Tewari | Membrane Technologies | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Pradip Kumar Tewari, Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, India.

Prof. Pradip Kumar Tewari is a renowned expert in the fields of water, energy, environment, and membrane technologies. He currently serves as the Chair of the Jal Jeevan Mission at IIT Jodhpur. His contributions span across nuclear desalination, nanocomposite membranes, and water technologies. With over 40 years of experience, Prof. Tewari has held distinguished roles in academia and research, working with prestigious organizations like BARC. He has led numerous high-impact projects related to desalination and water purification and has been awarded for his contributions to science and technology.

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Education and Experience

Education:

Ph.D. (Engineering), IIT Bombay, 1987
PG, BARC Trombay (Currently HBNI), 1977
B.Sc. (Engineering), HBTI Kanpur, 1975

Professional Experience:

Head/Jal Jeevan Mission Chair Professor, IIT Jodhpur (2019–Present)
Professor, HBNI, Mumbai (2008–2018)
Raja Ramanna Distinguished Fellow, BARC (2015–2018)
Distinguished Scientist, BARC (2014–2015)
Head, Desalination Division, BARC (2003–2015)
Scientific Officer, BARC (1977–2003)

Suitability For The Award

Prof. Pradip Kumar Tewari is highly suitable for the “Best Researcher Award” due to his extensive contributions to the fields of water technologies, energy, and environment, particularly in membrane technologies, nuclear desalination, and nanocomposite membranes. His illustrious academic background, professional achievements, and impactful research projects underline his candidacy. Below is a suitability summary:

Professional Development

Prof. Pradip Kumar Tewari’s career spans decades of excellence in research and academia. He has played a pivotal role in water and energy sectors through numerous high-profile projects funded by agencies like the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Department of Atomic Energy. His work includes advancements in nuclear desalination, AI/ML-based water models, and rural water purification. Prof. Tewari’s efforts have greatly contributed to sustainable water solutions in rural India, with a focus on improving water access and quality. His leadership in interdisciplinary research makes him a driving force in his field.

Research Focus

Prof. Pradip Kumar Tewari’s research focus includes water purification, energy solutions, and membrane technologies. He specializes in nuclear desalination and the development of nanocomposite membranes, aiming to address global water scarcity and environmental challenges. His innovative work integrates AI/ML models for water quality prediction and sustainable solutions for rural water systems. His expertise in membrane technology has made significant impacts on thermal desalination and water treatment processes. Prof. Tewari’s research also contributes to energy-efficient water purification technologies and environmental sustainability.

Awards & Honors

Fellow, Indian Chemical Society, 2022
Fellow, Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), 2017
Neena Saxena Excellence in Technology Award for Hybrid Membrane Technology, 2013
Group Achievement Award for Nuclear Desalination Demonstration Project (NDDP), 2009
CBIP-Jawahar Lal Nehru Birth Centary Research Award, 2006
Hari Om Ashram Prerit SSBhatnagar Award, 1997
International Desalination Association (IDA) Award, 1995
National Merit Scholarship, UP Board of Education, 1969

Publications Top Notes

Carbon nanotube membranes for desalination and water purification: Challenges and opportunities – Nano Today, 7 (5), 385-389, 2012. Cited by: 243
Extraction of uranium from the concentrated brine rejected by integrated nuclear desalination plants – Desalination, 235 (1-3), 9-32, 2009. Cited by: 159
Nanocomposite Membrane Technology – 2016. Cited by: 43
Nano-ZnO impregnated inorganic–polymer hybrid thin-film nanocomposite nanofiltration membranes: an investigation of variation in structure, morphology and transport properties – RSC Advances, 5 (43), 34134-34151, 2015. Cited by: 38
Development, characterization and performance evaluation of positively-charged thin film-composite nanofiltration membrane containing fixed quaternary ammonium moieties – Separation Science and Technology, 46 (6), 933-943, 2011. Cited by: 30
An engineering scale study on radiation grafting of polymeric adsorbents for recovery of heavy metal ions from seawater – Nuclear Engineering and Technology, 41 (8), 1101-1108, 2009. Cited by: 30
Polyhydroxamic acid sorbents for uranium recovery – Journal of Macromolecular Science, Part A: Pure and Applied Chemistry, 43 (4), 2006. Cited by: 30
The application of membrane reactor technology in hydrogen production using S–I thermochemical process: A roadmap – International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 37 (4), 3612-3620, 2012. Cited by: 29
Composite polyamide reverse osmosis (RO) membranes–recent developments and future directions – BARC Newsletter, 321, 43-51, 2011. Cited by: 29

Berna Aksoy | Hydraulics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Berna Aksoy, Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, Turkey.

Dr. Berna Aksoy is a faculty member at the Department of Civil Engineering at Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, specializing in Hydraulics. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Bülent Ecevit University, and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the same institution. Her research focuses on hydraulics, hydrology, water resources, and coastal engineering. Dr. Aksoy has published several articles in prestigious journals and presented her findings at international conferences. Her work contributes significantly to the fields of water resource management and coastal science.

Education and Experience

Atatürk Anadolu High School – 2003

Mehmet ÇelikeL High School – 1996

Bülent Ecevit University – BSc in Civil Engineering (1998-2004)

Bülent Ecevit University – MSc in Civil Engineering (2003-2007)

Bülent Ecevit University – Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2012-2018)

Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University – Faculty Member, Hydraulics Specialist (Current)

Suitability For The Award

Dr. Berna Aksoy is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award based on her extensive academic background, significant contributions to research in hydrology, water resources, and coastal sciences, and her active involvement in impactful studies.

Professional Development

Dr. Aksoy has actively contributed to the field of hydraulics and water resources management through her research and publications. Her work, including the analysis of coastal erosion and water quality, reflects her expertise in hydrology and engineering. Dr. Aksoy’s professional development extends beyond academia, with significant involvement in national and international conferences where she presents her research on water systems, hydraulics, and coastal conservation. She continuously expands her knowledge through collaborations and has contributed to the development of effective hydraulic parameters for risk analysis in river systems.

Research Focus

Dr. Aksoy’s research focuses on Hydraulics, Hydrology, Coastal Engineering, and Water Resources Management. She has explored the effects of bed materials on river roughness and hydraulic potential, as well as the temporal analysis of coastal erosion in Turkey. Her studies on water quality in Filyos Stream using artificial neural networks contribute to understanding the impacts of seasonal changes and human activities on water systems. Additionally, Dr. Aksoy investigates flood risks and hydraulic parameters in river systems to enhance water management practices and disaster preparedness.

Awards and Honors

International Publication on Coastal Erosion – Journal of Coastal Conservation (2014)
Principal Component Analysis on Hydrological Data – Fresenius Environmental Bulletin (2009)
Research Contributions on Water Quality by Artificial Neural Network – Türkiye Su Bilimi ve Yönetimi Dergisi (2023)
Hydraulic Risk Analysis and Flooding Area Studies – International Black Sea Coastline Countries Symposium

Publications

Temporal analysis of coastal erosion in Turkey: a case study Karasu coastal region (Journal of Coastal Conservation, 2014)
Afet ve acil durumlarında su ihtiyacının belirlenmesi ve yönetimi (Natural Hazards and Disaster Management, 2018)
Mevsimsel değişikliğin Filyos Çayı su kalitesine etkisinin yapay sinir ağı ile belirlenmesi (Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü, 2018)
Principal component analysis of the annual precipitation of West Black Sea hydrological basin in Turkey (Fresenius Environmental Bulletin, 2009)
Filyos Nehri’ndeki Askıda Katı Madde Miktarının Yapay Sinir Ağları İle Belirlenmesi (SETSCI-Conference Proceedings, 2019)
Effect of Bed Material on Roughness and Hydraulic Potential in Filyos River (Water, 2024)