Harshit Mittal | Hydrogen Energy | Young Researcher Award

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Mr. Harshit Mittal | Hydrogen Energy | Young Researcher Award

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha university, India

Harshit Mittal is a dynamic chemical engineer and visionary entrepreneur who currently serves as the Founder of Pro H2Vis Solutions. He holds a BTech degree in Chemical Engineering from the University School of Chemical Technology at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi, where he graduated with an impressive CGPA of 8.29. Harshit’s academic background is deeply rooted in sustainable technologies, particularly in hydrogen energy systems. His innovative spirit is reflected in his numerous research publications, patent filings, and collaborations with prestigious institutions such as IIT Madras and KLE Technological University. Passionate about decarbonizing the energy sector, he focuses on developing and scaling hydrogen-based technologies. Recognized nationally, he has won awards for research excellence, innovation, and startup potential. With a rare blend of scientific insight and entrepreneurial drive, Harshit is committed to building a clean energy future through technological innovation and impactful research in green hydrogen solutions.

Profile

🎓 Education

Harshit Mittal earned his Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering from the University School of Chemical Technology at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, located in Delhi, India. Throughout his academic tenure, he maintained a stellar CGPA of 9.1, reflecting his dedication and academic strength in engineering fundamentals, sustainability, and energy systems. His undergraduate studies equipped him with a deep understanding of process engineering, thermodynamics, and material science while enabling him to explore interdisciplinary areas such as computational modeling and environmental technologies. He enriched his learning by actively engaging in research, leading to significant contributions in hydrogen energy and storage systems. His education laid a strong foundation for applied innovation, helping him collaborate with leading institutions like IIT Madras and KLE Technological University. Harshit used this opportunity to integrate academic knowledge with practical research, further fueling his interest in building clean and efficient hydrogen energy solutions for real-world application.

💼 Experience

Harshit Mittal brings a rich and focused research background combined with entrepreneurial ambition. He is currently the Founder of Pro H2Vis Solutions, a startup dedicated to developing next-generation hydrogen storage technologies. Prior to this, he worked as a Research Intern at the Center of Energy and Environment at KLE Technological University from February to May 2024, where he engaged in projects addressing sustainable energy transitions and policy development under the mentorship of Prof. Tejraj M. Aminabhavi. From March 2022 to January 2024, he was a Research Intern at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, where he collaborated with Dr. Omkar Kushwaha on innovative hydrogen storage systems using boron nitride nanotubes and computational simulation. These experiences allowed him to contribute to peer-reviewed publications and patents while deepening his expertise in hydrogen infrastructure, sustainable materials, and simulation-driven design, all of which underpin his current work in hydrogen technology commercialization.

🏅 Awards & Honors

Harshit Mittal has been the recipient of several prestigious awards and recognitions that reflect his academic brilliance, research potential, and entrepreneurial vision. He was honored as the Best Undergraduate Researcher of India in Chemical Engineering by the Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers, receiving a monthly stipend for one year. His innovative research won the Best Paper award in the Government of Delhi’s Vision for Viksit Bharat program, along with a cash prize. He also received the Chancellor Award twice from the Vinayaka Missions Research Foundation and the Best Promising Startup Award from KLE-CTIE for 2024–2025. Additionally, he secured the Vice Chancellor Award and Best Paper Presentation awards at the IITYam Conferences in 2022 and 2023. These accolades underscore his contributions to clean energy innovation, policy impact, and sustainable technology development, and they position him as a leading young figure in India’s hydrogen research and startup ecosystem.

🔬 Research Focus

Harshit Mittal’s research is centered around advancing hydrogen energy technologies with a focus on sustainable storage, production, and system integration. He has developed novel hydrogen storage systems using highly stable boron nitride nanotubes, applying finite element analysis to assess their performance and safety. His work includes life cycle and environmental impact assessments of photoelectrochemical hydrogen production methods, demonstrating the sustainability of green hydrogen solutions. He has also contributed to machine learning applications in predicting solar power generation and energy system optimization. His patents showcase his innovation in creating integrated hydrogen storage and production systems, emphasizing stability, efficiency, and economic viability. Harshit’s interdisciplinary approach combines chemical engineering, environmental science, and computational modeling to develop real-world solutions aligned with India’s low-carbon goals. Through his research, he continues to push the boundaries of hydrogen infrastructure, aiming to revolutionize how clean energy is stored, transported, and utilized in industrial and societal contexts.

 Conclusion

Harshit Mittal’s academic excellence, entrepreneurial initiative, and prolific research outputs at such an early stage of his career make him a highly suitable candidate for the Young Researcher Award. His trajectory indicates not only outstanding research potential but also the capacity to bridge academia and industry in solving critical energy and environmental challenges

Publication

1. Global Wind Energy Generation Trends and Projections: A Comprehensive Analysis to 2050

 

2. Carbon Capture Advancements in Metal-Organic Frameworks

 

3. Energy, Environment and Biomedical Applications of Boron Nitride and Boron Nitride Carbon Nanotubes: A Sustainable Industrial Scale-Up Exegesis

 

4. Finite Element Analysis of Highly Stable Boron Nitride Nanotubes-Based Storage Tanks

 

5. Geospatial Analysis in Machine Learning for CO₂ Emissions Prediction Analysis in 2100: A Continent-Wise Analysis

 

6. Green Hydrogen Generation Through Novel Electrolysers Towards Low Carbon Economy: An Opiniated Perspective

 

7. Green Synthesis and Characterization of Cellulose Acetate Phthalate/Carboxylated MWCNT Composites for Circular Economy Applications

 

8. Sustainability Analysis of Polymers, Fibres and Nanomaterials for Ballistic Applications

 

9. Sustainable Development and Advanced Technologies: Properties, Perspectives, and Applications of Synthetic Aerogels