Sudhanshu Dixit | Hydrology and Natural Hazards | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Sudhanshu Dixit | Hydrology and Natural Hazards | Young Scientist Award

Indian Institute Of Technology Roorkee, India

Sudhanshu Dixit is a doctoral researcher at the Centre of Excellence in Disaster Mitigation and Management (CoEDMM), IIT Roorkee, India. He is pursuing his PhD under the Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF) scheme, focusing on disaster mitigation. Sudhanshu has previously worked as a Junior Research Fellow at IIT Gandhinagar, where he contributed to projects related to water resource engineering and extreme weather events. He is actively involved in developing early warning systems for Himalayan communities affected by rainfall-induced disasters.

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

Sudhanshu is currently pursuing a PhD at the Centre of Excellence in Disaster Mitigation and Management, IIT Roorkee, with a CGPA of 9.55. He completed his MTech in Water Resource Engineering at IIT Gandhinagar (CGPA: 9.00). He earned a BTech in Civil Engineering from Pandit Deendayal Energy University, India, with a CGPA of 7.52. His academic journey is complemented by extensive research on hydrological models and disaster mitigation frameworks.

💼 Experience

Sudhanshu Dixit has held various research roles, including a Doctoral Researcher at IIT Roorkee (2022-present) and Junior Research Fellow at IIT Gandhinagar (2018-2019). He has contributed to research on cascading hazards, rainfall-induced disasters, and hydropower generation potential in changing climate scenarios. Sudhanshu also worked as the PhD representative of the Centre Research Committee at IIT Roorkee. His research projects focus on the impact of glacier change and extreme weather on Himalayan communities.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Sudhanshu Dixit has received prestigious awards, including the Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF) from the MHRD, Government of India, to pursue his PhD. He was also awarded the MHRD fellowship for his master’s studies at IIT Gandhinagar. He competed in the Grand Finale of the Smart India Hackathon 2017 and has received a college-funded research project worth Rs. 1.5 lakh for his BTech research on open channel flow characteristics.

🔬 Research Focus

Sudhanshu Dixit’s research centers on disaster mitigation, specifically related to rainfall-induced cascading hazards in the Himalayas. His projects aim to develop frameworks for analyzing such disasters and early warning systems to mitigate their impact. He is also investigating the role of internal climate variability in hydropower generation potential and the impact of glacier change on river discharge in the Ravi River basin. Sudhanshu’s work aims to improve resilience in vulnerable mountain communities.

Conclusion

Sudhanshu Dixit demonstrates exceptional promise in disaster risk management and water resource engineering. His academic achievements, leadership in research projects, and proactive involvement in disaster risk reduction make him a strong candidate for the Young Scientist Award. To further enhance his impact, focusing on policy application and public engagement would amplify his contributions to the field and the community at large.

Publication Top Notes

Title: Chronicle of destruction: the Wayanad landslide of July 30, 2024
Authors: P.Y. Ali, P. Yunus, K.S. Sajinkumar, K. S. Gopinath, Girish G.S. Pradeep, G. S., S.L. Kuriakose, Sekhar Lukose

Mohamed Fawaz FAWZER | Urban Water Management | Best Researcher Award

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Mr.Mohamed Fawaz FAWZER | Urban Water Management | Best Researcher Award

PhD student,Western Sydney University

Fawaz Fawzer is a dedicated researcher and chemical & environmental engineer specializing in water and wastewater treatment. Currently pursuing a PhD at Western Sydney University, he focuses on bacterial regrowth in chemically disinfected drinking water. With hands-on experience in process engineering, research, and academia, he has contributed to the design and optimization of water treatment systems. Fawaz has worked as a Research Assistant, Tutor, and Demonstrator, guiding students in laboratory experiments and theoretical studies. His professional background includes roles in pharmaceutical process engineering and industry-focused water treatment research. Passionate about sustainable solutions, he combines technical expertise with practical applications to address real-world water challenges.

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Education 

Fawaz is currently pursuing a PhD in Environmental Engineering at Western Sydney University (2024–Present), focusing on bacterial regrowth in chlorinated drinking water. He holds an MPhil in Civil & Environmental Engineering (2021–2023) from the same institution, where he investigated bacterial survival in primary and secondary chlorinated water. His undergraduate degree is a BSc (Hons) in Chemical & Process Engineering (2013–2017) from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. Additionally, he completed an Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting (2012–2013) from the Chartered Institute of Accountants (CIMA), UK, strengthening his expertise in financial and project management within engineering contexts.

Experience 

Fawaz has been a Research Assistant, Tutor, and Demonstrator at Western Sydney University (2021–Present), mentoring students and supporting research on smart chloraminated pilot plants. Since 2019, he has worked at Krispy Kreme Australia, managing production optimization and product formulations. Previously, he was a Project Process Engineer (2017–2019) at Premium International Technologies, Sri Lanka, contributing to large-scale pharmaceutical projects, designing process systems, and ensuring regulatory compliance. He also gained experience as an Engineering Trainee (2015–2016) at Premium International (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka, assisting in conceptual design for manufacturing facilities and conducting feasibility studies.

Awards & Honors 

Fawaz has been recognized for his contributions to environmental engineering and water research. His work on bacterial regrowth in chlorinated drinking water has received academic and industry appreciation. He was awarded a Research Excellence Grant from Western Sydney University for his innovative studies in water treatment. Additionally, he received a Best Paper Presentation Award for his publication on chlorine decay in bulk water microbes. His contributions to process engineering projects earned him an Outstanding Project Engineer Award during his tenure at Premium International Technologies. His technical proficiency and commitment to sustainability have made him a recipient of multiple scholarships and research funding opportunities.

Research Focus 

Fawaz’s research primarily revolves around water and wastewater treatment, bacterial regrowth in chemically disinfected drinking water, and chlorine decay dynamics. His PhD work examines microbial survival in chlorinated water systems to enhance disinfection strategies. His previous studies have compared primary and secondary chlorination for bacterial control, providing insights into improving water quality management. Additionally, he explores smart water grids, process optimization in water treatment plants, and advanced water quality modeling. His research contributes to sustainable and efficient water management solutions, aiming to reduce contamination risks and enhance public health safety.

Conclusion

Fawaz Fawzer is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with expertise in water treatment, academic mentorship, and industry applications. Strengthening his publication record and research funding could further solidify his position as a leading researcher.

Publication

Title: Bulk Water Microbes Could Accelerate Chlorine Decay at Low Chlorine Concentrations
Year: 2025
Authors: MF Fawzer, G Kastl, KC Bal Krishna, I Fisher, A Sathasivan
Citation: Fawzer, M. F., Kastl, G., Bal Krishna, K. C., Fisher, I., & Sathasivan, A. (2025). Bulk Water Microbes Could Accelerate Chlorine Decay at Low Chlorine Concentrations. Water, 17(5), 624.

Mohammed Aliouache | Hydrology | Young Scientist Award

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 Dr . Mohammed Aliouache | Young Scientist Award

👨‍🏫Profile Summary

Mohammed Aliouache is a dedicated researcher and hydrologist, currently contributing to the scientific community through extensive work at HydroSciences Montpellier CNRS. His expertise spans hydrological, meteorological, and physico-chemical data processing, with a primary focus on the SNOKARST project. Holding a Ph.D. in Water and Earth Sciences from the University of Montpellier, his research has delved into inverse modeling for aquifer hydraulic property characterization, employing innovative approaches. Driven by a multidisciplinary approach, he has explored karst formation processes, with recent work on solute transport dynamics in the Lez spring conduit. His commitment to advancing scientific understanding is evident in numerous publications and contributions to the field.

🌐 Professional Profiles

 

📚 Education

2018 – 2021: PhD in Water and Earth Sciences, University of Montpellier Thesis: Coupling hydraulic tomography with hydrodynamic measurements for the characterization of the permeability field of heterogeneous geological reservoirs. 2016 – 2018: Master’s degree in Computer Science, University of Montpellier Dual competence in computer science, facilitating numerical modeling and software development. 2014 – 2016: Master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, University of Pau Specialized in Petroleum Engineering with detailed knowledge of relevant teaching units. 2010 – 2013: Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, University of Boumerdes, Algeria 2010: Baccalaureate

💼 Professional Experience

Oct 2023 – Jan 2024: Researcher at HydroSciences Montpellier CNRS Worked on processing and analyzing hydrological, meteorological, and physico-chemical data of SNOKARST. Task included gathering, processing, and analyzing data from different Karst sites in France. Objective: Keep the SNOKarst database up to date while setting up a data paper. 2022 – 2023: Researcher at HydroSciences Montpellier UM Conducted experiments and numerical modeling of solute transport in the terminal conduit of Lez spring, Southern France. Investigated the effects of conduit geometry and morphology on flow dynamics and solute transport processes. Enhanced an incipient karst genesis model, including several boundary conditions, and developed its user interface for better interaction. 2018 Internship at HydroSciences Montpellier Numerical modeling of reactive transport and dissolution in fractured limestone. Developed a tool simulating incipient karst genesis, later improved and extended with various boundary conditions. Now available on GitHub. 2016 Internship at CSTJF-PAU, Total SA Pressure transient analysis in highly fractured reservoirs. Studied the effect of explicitly modeled DFN on pressure transient analysis and explored upscaling methods of sedimentary fractured rocks.

🔬Skills

Programming: Used to several programming languages including Matlab, R, Python…, Languages: French, English, Arabic, Kabyle (Mother tongue), Numerical modelling: Fluid mechanics, solute and reactive transport, Others: Autonomy, Team work, Adept and Versatile, Receptive

 

📚Top Noted Publication

The effect of seasonal variation of precipitation/recharge on karst genesis behaviors in different climatic contexts Paper Published in 2023

An inverse approach integrating flowmeter and pumping test data for three-dimensional aquifer characterization Paper Published in 2021 Cited by 7

The role of aperture heterogeneity in incipient karst evolution in natural fracture networks: Insights from numerical simulations Paper Published in 2021 Cited by 5

Incipient karst formation in carbonate rocks: Influence of fracture network topology Paper Published in 2019 Cited by 18

Characterization of horizontal transmissivity anisotropy using cross-hole slug tests Paper Published in 2018 Cited by 7

SNO KARST: A french network of observatories for the multidisciplinary study of critical zone processes in karst watersheds and aquifers Paper Published in 2018 Cited by 38