Dr. Dipanjali Majumdar – Environmental pollution mitigation and abetment -Excellence in Research

Dr. Dipanjali Majumdar - Environmental pollution mitigation and abetment-Excellence in Research

CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute - India 

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Early academic pursuits 🎓


Dr. Dipanjali Majumdar began her academic journey in chemistry, culminating in a ph.d. from the prestigious university of calcutta in 2009. her foundational years were marked by a strong inclination toward environmental and chemical sciences, which laid the groundwork for her future in pollution research. her rigorous doctoral training provided the scientific rigor and methodology that would later support her career in power electronics-enabled environmental monitoring systems.

Professional endeavors 👩‍🔬


Currently serving as a principal scientist at csir-national environmental engineering research institute (csir-neeri), kolkata zonal centre, dr. majumdar brings over two decades of expertise in environmental research. she has led more than 15 institutional projects in various capacities as principal investigator and co-investigator. she also served as a guest lecturer at the department of chemistry, university of calcutta, enriching young minds with her academic insights. in addition to academia, she has been involved in 20+ consultancy and industry projects focusing on pollution assessment and abatement strategies, many of which integrated emerging technologies like power electronics for real-time data logging.

Contributions and research focus 🔬


Dr. Majumdar’s research centers on urban environmental pollution, with a specific focus on hazardous organic air pollutants in gaseous and particulate phases. her work emphasizes air Environmental pollution mitigation and abetment pollution assessment and management, source apportionment of volatile organic compounds, and persistent organic pollutants (pops). she has published over 35 peer-reviewed articles in web of science indexed journals and 40 in scopus-indexed platforms, alongside 8 book chapters with isbn accreditation. her ongoing efforts also include the application of power electronics in environmental sensor development, targeting more accurate air quality monitoring and risk analysis.

Impact and influence 🌏


Her impactful collaborations, including international work with iiasa (austria), have broadened the scope of her influence in global air quality and environmental policy discourse. dr. majumdar’s health risk assessments have shaped industrial practices and urban planning recommendations, making significant contributions to sustainable city frameworks. through Environmental pollution mitigation and abetment supervising more than 17 master’s theses, she has helped develop the next generation of environmental scientists.

Academic cites and recognitions 📚


With a citation index of 15 on web of science and 17 on scopus, dr. majumdar’s research has garnered attention in both national and international academic circles. although she has not yet Environmental pollution mitigation and abetment served in editorial positions or filed patents, her scholarly output speaks volumes through its citations and relevance. her memberships with the air waste management association, indian science congress association, and the organization for women in science for the developing world reflect her standing in the scientific community.

Legacy and future contributions 🌱


Dr. Majumdar envisions a future where urban pollution is monitored and mitigated through interdisciplinary innovations, especially integrating chemical science with power electronics and digital sensing. her ongoing projects and mentorship will continue to influence environmental policy, pollution control frameworks, and health risk mitigation strategies in india and beyond. with her continued dedication to scientific research and education, she is poised to leave a legacy of impactful contributions to environmental sustainability.

Notable Publications 

  • Title: Mixing ratios of carbonyls and BTEX in ambient air of Kolkata, India and their associated health risk
    Author(s): C. Dutta, D. Som, A. Chatterjee, A.K. Mukherjee, T.K. Jana, S. Sen
    Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment

  • Title: Managing future air quality in megacities: A case study for Delhi
    Author(s): M. Amann, P. Purohit, A.D. Bhanarkar, I. Bertok, J. Borken-Kleefeld, J. Cofala, ...
    Journal: Atmospheric Environment

  • Title: Scientific Research
    Author(s): D. Majumdar, A.K. Mukherjee, S. Sen
    Journal: Journal of Environmental Protection (JEP), Volume 2, Issue 1

  • Title: Source apportionment of VOCs at the petrol pumps in Kolkata, India; exposure of workers and assessment of associated health risk
    Author(s): D. Majumdar, C. Dutta, A.K. Mukherjee, S. Sen
    Journal: Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment

  • Title: Studies on commuters' exposure to BTEX in passenger cars in Kolkata, India
    Author(s): D. Som, C. Dutta, A. Chatterjee, D. Mallick, T.K. Jana, S. Sen
    Journal: Science of the Total Environment

Dr. Patil Umesh Dilip – Environmental Remediation – Best Review Paper Award

Dr. Patil Umesh Dilip - Environmental Remediation - Best Review Paper Award

Annasaheb Awate College,Manchar - India

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🎓 Early academic pursuits

Dr. Patil Umesh Dilip began his academic journey with consistent dedication and a keen interest in the physical sciences. he completed his ssc in 2006 with a commendable 74% from nasik board, followed by his hsc in 2008. he then pursued his undergraduate studies in physics from north maharashtra university, jalgaon, securing an impressive 82% in 2011. his deepening curiosity in the field led him to complete his m.sc. in physics in 2014 with a b+ grade, and later, a b.ed. in 2015. he reached a significant academic milestone by earning his ph.d. from rabindranath tagore university, raisen, in 2023, graduating with excellence.

👨‍🏫 Professional endeavors

Dr. Dilip commenced his teaching career as an assistant professor at r.c. patel a.c.s. college, shirpur, from june 2015 to april 2016. he then served as a postgraduate teacher in sarvoday vidyamandir jr. college, prakasha shahada, until february 2020. currently, he is a granted postgraduate teacher at rayat shikshan sanstha's annasaheb awate college, manchar, since february 2020. throughout his academic tenure, he has combined effective teaching strategies with cutting-edge research insights to enrich students' understanding, especially in applied physics and emerging areas like power electronics.

🧪 Contributions and research focus

His research interests span across green synthesis of nanomaterials, environmental remediation, dye removal, and clean energy applications. he has actively worked on conducting polymers, supercapacitors, hydrogen evolution, and polymer-based gas sensors. noteworthy among his work is the fabrication of mos2–graphene composites and doped graphene materials for Environmental Remediation photocatalytic and adsorptive applications. his proficiency in nanomaterials has further advanced the field of power electronics, as his materials have shown promising electrochemical and energy conversion capabilities. he has also made remarkable contributions through his work in sonocatalysis and bio-inspired heteroatom doping techniques.

📘 Academic cites and publication record

Dr. Dilip has published multiple peer-reviewed journal articles, including research on quinoline-infused graphene carbon cages and the degradation of reactive blue 4 using green synthesized Environmental Remediation sulfur and nitrogen co-doped rgo. he has presented his work in conferences, notably on the electrochemical behavior of mos2-reduced graphene oxide electrodes for supercapacitors and the synthesis of nanocomposites. his scholarly output is a valuable resource for researchers in nanotechnology, environmental science, and power electronics.

🌱 Impact and influence

Through his pioneering work in nanomaterial synthesis and its environmental applications, dr. dilip has significantly influenced the way researchers approach sustainable material Environmental Remediation development. his hands-on experience in using advanced synthesis techniques like dip coating, spray pyrolysis, and sol-gel methods has been widely recognized by academic peers. his focus on clean energy and hydrogen evolution not only supports the academic ecosystem but also aligns with global sustainability goals.

🌟 Legacy and future contributions

Dr. Dilip envisions a future where eco-friendly materials will revolutionize clean energy systems, including sensors, capacitors, and hydrogen energy solutions. his future plans involve integrating polymer nanocomposites with renewable technologies, contributing to both scientific knowledge and societal benefit. his efforts are laying a solid foundation for next-generation researchers and setting a benchmark in academic excellence, especially in multidisciplinary fields that intersect physics and engineering.

Notable Publications 

  1. Title: Quinoline-infused graphene carbon cages: an ecofriendly approach towards environmental remediation
    Author(s): U.D. Patil, S. Waghmode, S.S. Pingale, S. Gadale, V. Kalyankar, H. Meroliya, et al.
    Journal: Research on Chemical Intermediates

  2. Title: Predicting the one-particle density matrix with machine learning
    Author(s): S. Hazra, U. Patil, S. Sanvito
    Journal: Journal of Chemical Theory and Computation

  3. Title: Visible active enhanced adsorptive performance of the green synthesized Sulphur and Nitrogen codoped reduced graphene Oxide towards Degradation of reactive blue 4
    Author(s): U.D. Patil, D.M. Nerkar, N. Paliwal
    Journal: Inorganic Chemistry Communications

  4. Title: Sonocatalytic Degradation of Methylene Blue by MoS₂-RGO Nanocomposites
    Author(s): D.R. Patil, K.M. Sarode, D.M. Nerkar, U.D. Patil, S.G. Bachhav, U.S. Sonawane, et al.
    Journal: Russian Journal of Physical Chemistry A

  5. Title: Synthesis and characterization of MoS₂-graphene nanocomposite
    Author(s): K.M. Sarode, S.G. Bachhav, U.D. Patil, D.R. Patil
    Journal: Techno-Societal 2016: Proceedings of the International Conference on...

  6. Title: 3D MoS-graphene composite as catalyst for enhanced efficient hydrogen evolution
    Author(s): K.M. Sarode, U.D. Patil, D.R. Patil
    Journal: International Journal of Chemical and Physical Sciences (Int J Chemical Phys Sci)

Assoc. Prof. Dr  Vinayak Popat Dhulap –  Environmental Remediation – Best Researcher Award 

Assoc. Prof. Dr  Vinayak Popat Dhulap -  Environmental Remediation - Best Researcher Award 

PUNYASHLOK AHILYADEVI HOLKAR SOLAPUR UNIVERSITY SOLAPUR MAHARASHTRA - India 

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Early academic pursuits 🌟

Dr. Vinayak Popat Dhulap's journey in academia began with a deep passion for environmental science. he earned his b.sc in botany and pollution studies from shivaji university, kolhapur, in 2004. his thirst for knowledge led him to pursue an m.sc in environmental science from the same university, which he successfully completed in 2006. determined to contribute meaningfully to his field, he cleared the national eligibility test (net) in 2007 and the state eligibility test (set) in 2009, solidifying his expertise. his academic excellence culminated in a ph.d. in environmental science from dr. b.a.m. university, aurangabad, in 2015, with groundbreaking research on the use of constructed wetlands for wastewater treatment.

Professional endeavors 💪

Dr. Dhulap embarked on his professional journey as an assistant professor in the department of environmental science at solapur university in 2008. his dedication and leadership skills earned him the position of head of the department multiple times. under his guidance, the department flourished, attracting research enthusiasts and fostering innovative projects. additionally, he took on the role of director at the school of earth sciences, where he continues to inspire and mentor students. beyond academia, he has served as an environmental chemist in industrial projects and worked as a project officer in the environment department of the government of maharashtra.

Contributions and research focus 🌱

Dr. Dhulap's research is centered on bioremediation, phytoremediation, constructed wetlands, water and wastewater management, pollution studies, environmental impact assessments (eia), biodiversity, and remote sensing & gis applications in environmental science. his work has significantly advanced sustainable wastewater treatment techniques, particularly through the Environmental Remediation implementation of constructed wetlands. his studies have contributed valuable insights into environmental pollution control, making him a leading expert in his domain.

Accolades and recognition 🏆

His contributions to environmental science have been recognized at various levels. with over 34 research publications, including 28 in reputed international journals, he has established himself as a distinguished researcher. he has presented his findings at 22 international and 19 national conferences, further amplifying his impact. his expertise has also been acknowledged through Environmental Remediation invitations as a resource person for various academic and governmental initiatives, particularly in bio-resource programs and sanitation practices.

Impact and influence 💡

Dr. Dhulap's influence extends beyond academia into policy-making and environmental conservation initiatives. as a member of state-level committees, he has actively contributed to rural sanitation projects and environmental assessments. his work with government agencies has helped shape strategies for environmental management and pollution control. through his Environmental Remediation research, teaching, and consultancy, he continues to inspire the next generation of environmental scientists and policymakers.

Legacy and future contributions 🌍

With over 13 years of experience in teaching and research, dr. dhulap's legacy is marked by his commitment to environmental sustainability. his future endeavors include pioneering research in green technologies, expanding the applications of remote sensing in environmental studies, and developing innovative solutions for water and wastewater treatment. through continued mentorship and academic leadership, he aims to drive impactful changes in environmental science for years to come.

Notable Publications 

  • Title: Advancements in Polypropylene Biodegradation: A Comprehensive Microbial and Analytical Review
    Author(s): Pankaj R. Sutkar, Vinayak P. Dhulap
    Journal: Sustainable Chemistry for the Environment, 2025

  • Title: Recent Trends in Degradation of Microplastics in the Environment: A State-of-the-Art Review
    Author(s): Pankaj R. Sutkar, Rajesh D. Gadewar, Vinayak P. Dhulap
    Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances, 2023

  • Title: A Review on Plastic Pollution and Biodegradation of Polyethylene: Indian Region
    Author(s): Pankaj R. Sutkar, Smita M. Pore, Vinayak P. Dhulap
    Journal: Current World Environment, 2022

  • Title: A Novel Porous Activated Carbon Compound Prepared for Adsorption of Cobalt (Co (II)) from Aqueous Solution for Environmental Pollution Mitigation
    Author(s): Kamble, P.; Landge, R.H.; Lande, A.N.; Vinayak P. Dhulap
    Journal: Rasayan Journal of Chemistry, 2019

  • Title: Development of Handy Prototype Gas Sensors Kit for Monitoring of Ambient Greenhouse Gases from Solid Waste Disposal Sites of Solapur City
    Author(s): Maske, V.R.; Vinayak P. Dhulap
    Journal: AIP Conference Proceedings, 2018