Soundaranayaki Kulanthaivelu | environmental engineering | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Soundaranayaki Kulanthaivelu | environmental engineering | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor, Anna university, chennai India

Dr. K. Soundaranayaki is an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Environmental Studies, Anna University, Chennai. With a strong background in civil and environmental engineering, she specializes in wastewater treatment, geospatial technology, and environmental policy. She completed her Ph.D. from NIT Tiruchirappalli, focusing on nitrogen and organic removal from domestic wastewater using agro-waste media in constructed wetlands. Passionate about sustainable environmental solutions, she has guided numerous research projects and postgraduate students. Her expertise extends to pesticide removal, landfill remediation, and pollution control strategies. She has published extensively in reputed journals and actively contributes to environmental consultancy projects, including biomining efforts for Greater Chennai Corporation. As a Deputy Director at the Centre for Research, Anna University, she continues to drive impactful research and innovation in environmental sustainability.

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🎓 Education 

B.E. in Civil Engineering (2001): Bharathidasan University, Shanmugha College of Engineering (79.29%). M.E. in Environmental Engineering (2005): Anna University, GCT Coimbatore (75.45%). Ph.D. in Wastewater Treatment (2020): National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli. Thesis Title: Removal of nitrogen and organics from domestic wastewater using agro-waste media in vertical flow constructed wetlands. Guide: Dr. R. Gandhimathi

🏢 Experience 

Lecturer (2005-2006): SSM College of Engineering. Lecturer (2008): Oxford Engineering College, Tiruchirappalli. Assistant Professor (2011-2014): J.J. College of Engineering and Technology. Assistant Professor (2014-Present): Centre for Environmental Studies, Anna University. Deputy Director (Present): Centre for Research, Anna University

🏆 Awards & Honors 

CTDT-Anna University Research Support Grant (2015): Awarded funding for an innovative project. Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Grant (2019-2021): Co-PI in a fecal sludge and sewage treatment project. DST-SERB Grant (2024-Ongoing): Co-PI in a geomedical health hazard assessment project. Best Paper Presentation Award (Various Conferences): Recognized for research excellence.

🔬 Research Focus 

Constructed Wetlands: Improving nitrogen and organic removal using agro-waste media. Pollution Remediation: Treating pesticide-laden water through electrochemical methods. Geospatial Analysis: Assessing groundwater contamination from landfills and microplastics. Biomining & Waste Management: Providing consultancy for large-scale remediation projects. Environmental Legislation: Studying regulatory frameworks for pollution control.

🔹 Conclusion

Dr. K. Soundaranayaki is an outstanding researcher with significant contributions to wastewater treatment, environmental sustainability, and policy-making. Her leadership in academia, research funding, and industry engagement make her a strong contender for the Women Researcher Award. Strengthening international collaborations, filing patents, and publishing books could further solidify her position as a leading expert in her field.

Publication

1️⃣ Removal of Methylene Blue dye from textile wastewater using vertical flow constructed wetland

Year: 2023
Authors: R Jayalakshmi, K Soundaranayaki, MS Kannan
Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings 77, 365-370
Citations: 19

2️⃣ Performance of various media in vertical flow constructed wetland for the treatment of domestic wastewater

Year: 2019
Authors: K Soundaranayaki, R Gandhimathi
Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment 146, 57-67
Citations: 4

3️⃣ Enhancing the nitrogen removal of vertical flow constructed wetland by using organic media

Year: 2020
Authors: K Soundaranayaki, R Gandhimathi
Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment 175, 125-140
Citations: 3

4️⃣ Effect of landfill leachate on ground water quality in Kodungaiyur dumpsite using geospatial technology

Year: 2022
Authors: K Soundaranayaki, A Bhuvaneswari, D Divya, A Seetha
Journal: Water and Energy International 64 (12), 22-28
Citations: 1

5️⃣ Adsorption, equilibrium, and kinetic studies on enhanced Acid Blue 113 dye removal from aqueous solutions using Chitosan/Silica/Zinc Oxide nanocomposites

Year: 2025
Authors: PK Manivasakan Swaminathana, K Soundaranayaki, S Sowndarya
Journal: Indian Chemical Engineer
Citations: –

6️⃣ Integrated Heterogeneous Electro-Fenton Process and Constructed Wetland for the Treatment of Stabilized Landfill Leachate

Year: 2024
Authors: XD Joseph, U Bhuvaneshwari, K Soundaranayaki
Journal: J. Environ. Nanotechnol 13 (2), 256-263
Citations: –

7️⃣ A Study on the Treatment of Domestic Wastewater in a Vertical Flow Constructed Wetland in Batch Mode

Year: 2018
Authors: K Soundaranayaki, R Gandhimathi
Journal: SALVATIO’18
Citations: –

8️⃣ Treatment of Grey Water Using Horizontal Flow Constructed Wetland

 Year: 2017
 Authors: K Soundaranayaki
 Journal: Journal of Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Volume 4, 6-9
 Citations: –

Mosharraf Hossain | Bio-composite | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Mosharraf Hossain | Bio-composite | Young Scientist Award

Mr at Soonchunhyang University South Korea

Mosharraf Hossain is a Bangladeshi researcher specializing in medical science, currently working as a research assistant at Soonchunhyang University, South Korea. His work focuses on orthopedic applications, biomaterials, and minimally invasive surgery. He has significant expertise in tissue engineering, 3D printing, and bone regeneration.

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Education 🎓

M.Sc. in Medical Science, College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University, South Korea. B.Sc. in Pharmacy, Life Science School, Khulna University, Bangladesh Mosharraf’s educational background equips him with a deep understanding of medical sciences and pharmacy, forming a strong foundation for his current research in bone regeneration and orthopedic biomaterials.

Experience 🧑‍🏫

2021–present: Research Assistant, Department of Neurosurgery, Soonchunhyang University Bucheon Hospital. 2018–2021: MSc Researcher, College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University. 2016–2018: Research Assistant, Life Science School, Khulna University Mosharraf’s extensive experience spans research in biomaterials, orthopedic surgery, and cell culture, enhancing his expertise in tissue engineering and biomaterial development.

Awards and Honors 🏆

2023: Wills Academic Award, Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society. 2023: Best Paper Presentation, International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery. Reviewer: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine. Mosharraf has received recognition for his innovative research, including awards for his thesis and contributions to spine surgery research, highlighting his expertise and dedication.

Research Focus 🔍

Mosharraf’s research focuses on biomaterial-based composite systems, probiotics therapy, and minimally invasive surgery for orthopedic applications. He has explored bone reconstruction, hydrogel scaffolds, and 3D-printed titanium implants, aiming to advance tissue regeneration and improve clinical outcomes in spinal and orthopedic surgeries.

Conclusion

Mosharraf Hossain has exhibited extraordinary research potential and leadership in the fields of medical science, material engineering, and orthopedic surgery. His numerous accolades, such as awards for his thesis and presentations, combined with his technical expertise in biomaterials and surgery, make him a strong candidate for the Young Scientist Award. By continuing to improve language skills and diversifying his research, he will further solidify his place as an emerging leader in medical research. His contributions have the potential to significantly advance the fields of spinal surgery, bone regeneration, and biomaterials, positioning him as a rising star in the scientific community.

Publications 📚

  • “Microstructures and biological properties of 3D-printed titanium intervertebral spacer with the tri-calcium phosphate loaded demineralized bone matrix hydrogel”
    • Journal: Materials Letters
    • Volume: 303, Article: 130519
    • Year: 2021

 

  • “Comparative Analysis of Radiologic Outcomes Between Polyetheretherketone and Three-Dimensional-Printed Titanium Cages After Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion”
    • Journal: World Neurosurgery
    • Volume: 179, Pages: e241-e255
    • Year: 2023

 

  • “A composite of polymethylmethacrylate, hydroxyapatite, and β‐tricalcium phosphate for bone regeneration in an osteoporotic rat model”
    • Journal: Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B: Applied Biomaterials
    • Volume: 111, Article: [Issue details missing]
    • Year: 2023

 

  • “Fabrication and characterization of cellulose nano crystal and soya modified injectable brushite bone cement for enhanced bone regeneration”
    • Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
    • Volume: 221, Pages: 1536-1544
    • Year: 2022

 

  • “Effectiveness of nasotracheal intubation in anterior cervical surgery including C3 lesions”
    • Journal: British Journal of Neurosurgery
    • Volume: 38 (1), Pages: 111-115
    • Year: 2024

 

  • “Development of a novel PLDLA/β‐TCP composite‐based biodegradable anterior cervical plate and screw system”
    • Journal: Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B: Applied Biomaterials
    • Volume: 112 (1), [Additional details missing]
    • Year: 2024

 

  • “Evaluation of Gelatin/Hyaluronic Acid-Generated Bridging in a 3D-Printed Titanium Cage for Bone Regeneration”
    • Journal: Journal of Functional Biomaterials
    • Volume: 14 (12), Article: 562
    • Year: 2023

 

  • “Efficacy of a newly designed helical-shaped 3D-printed titanium cage for cervical vertebral defect healing in rabbits”
    • Journal: American Journal of Translational Research
    • Volume: 15 (1), Pages: 114
    • Year: 2023

 

  • “Usage of Microorganisms for Therapeutic Purposes – A Brief Review”
    • Authors: M.S. Rahaman, M.A. Rahman, M. Anisuzzaman, T. Sultana, M. Hossain
    • Year: 2016