(365f) Innovative Pilot-Scale Reactors in Environmental Chemical Engineering

I hold a Ph.D. in multiphase systems with a specialization in pilot-scale fluidized bed and liquid-liquid systems. Currently, I am a visiting researcher at the University of Illinois at Chicago, affiliated with SRM Institute of Science and Technology, India, focusing on CO₂ mineralization processes. As an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, my research primarily revolves around designing, developing, and optimizing pilot-scale reactors tailored for environmental applications. I have developed advanced electrochemical systems for the treatment of laundry wastewater, employing techniques such as extended fin electrodes for rapid degradation of contaminants. Additionally, my work includes the construction and scaling of fluidized bed reactors, crucial for processes like wastewater treatment and e-waste recycling. By leveraging principles of hydrodynamics and particle technology, I have designed efficient processes for selective separation of metals and plastics from electronic waste, contributing to sustainable e-waste management practices. I have successfully scaled laboratory research to pilot-scale implementations, ensuring theoretical innovations translate into practical, real-world solutions. With a robust academic background and a proven track record in both fundamental research and practical applications, I have made significant contributions to the field of environmental chemical engineering.