Rajesh Kumar Prasad | Soil | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Rajesh Kumar Prasad | Soil |  Best Researcher Award

Manager-R&D at  Gruner Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd.,  India

Dr. Rajesh Kumar Prasad holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology and an M.Sc. in Biotechnology. With a solid background in microbiology and bioenergy, he has developed a strong expertise in R&D, driving innovation and efficient management in scientific projects. His career objective is to actively contribute to research that advances both organizational goals and the broader scientific community, while continuously expanding his knowledge and skills. Rajesh also possesses a range of organizational, statistical, and soft skills, making him a versatile professional in the dynamic field of biotechnology.

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. (Biotechnology) — Assam University, Silchar, India (2015-2020)
  • M.Sc. (Biotechnology) — Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India (2011-2013)
  • B.Sc. (Zoology) — D.H.S. K College, Dibrugarh, India (2008-2011)

Work Experience:

Manager-R&D
Gruner Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd., Noida, India — April 2024 – Present

  • Leading R&D for bioenergy projects, including biogas and bio-CNG production optimization.

Assistant Manager-R&D
Gruner Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd., Noida, India — June 2023 – March 2024

  • Supported bioenergy technology development, mass balance analysis, and process optimization.

Scientific Officer
REVY Environmental Solution Pvt. Ltd., Gujarat, India — Sept 2022 – May 2023

  • Managed an environmental and microbiological lab, overseeing R&D for biogas and waste treatment.

Research Associate
Tezpur University, Assam, India — April 2022 – June 2022

  • Contributed to bioenergy and anaerobic digestion technology projects for renewable energy promotion.

Senior Research Fellow
Defence Research Laboratory, DRDO, Tezpur, Assam — June 2016 – Nov 2018

  • Characterized insect gut bacteria for cellulase gene analysis and waste degradation efficiency.

Skills:

  • Process Development & Writeup for Bio-CNG Plants: Provided solutions for bio-CNG plants, optimizing various biomass feedstocks like Napier grass, paddy straw, jute waste, and food waste.
  • Anaerobic Digestion Technology: Expertise in biogas optimization, BMP analysis, and wastewater treatment, with experience reducing CO2, H2S, and COD/BOD levels in industrial wastewater.
  • Microbiology & Molecular Biology: Proficient in microbiological techniques, cellulase gene characterization, enzyme assays, bacterial DNA isolation, and bacteriophage characterization.
  • Project Management: Strong skills in managing R&D projects, technical report writing, and SOP formulation. Successfully coordinated cross-functional teams in bioenergy projects.
  • Bioinformatics & Data Science: Experience with bioinformatics tools such as nBLAST and MEGA-X. Proficient in data analysis using Origin 8 and GraphPad Prism.
  • Soft Skills & Technical Writing: Skilled in research article preparation, report drafting, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Languages: Fluent in Hindi, English, and Assamese.

Rajesh Kumar Prasad’s Citation Metrics:

  • Citations: 353 (from 348 documents)
  • Publications: 8 documents
  • h-index: 6

Publication Top Notes

1. A comprehensive pre-treatment strategy evaluation of ligno-hemicellulosic biomass to enhance biogas potential in the anaerobic digestion process
Prasad, R.K., Sharma, A., Mazumder, P.B., Dhussa, A.
RSC Sustainability, 2024, 2(9), pp. 2444–2467

2. Cold adaptation in bacteria with special focus on cellulase production and its potential application
Gupta, S.K., Kataki, S., Chatterjee, S., Dwivedi, S.K., Gupta, D.K.
Journal of Cleaner Production, 2020, 258, 120351

3. Isolation and characterisation of a lytic bacteriophage from wastewater and its application in pathogen reduction
Sharma, S., Datta, S., Chatterjee, S., Das, B., Vanlalhmuaka
Defence Life Science Journal, 2020, 5(2), pp. 80–86

4. Characterization of Bacillus Species with Keratinase and Cellulase Properties Isolated from Feather Dumping Soil and Cockroach Gut
Sharma, S., Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Vairale, M.G., Yadav, K.K.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences India Section B – Biological Sciences, 2019, 89(3), pp. 1079–1086

5. Study on cellulase (β-1,4-endoglucanase) activity of gut bacteria of Sitophilus oryzae in cellulosic waste biodegradation
Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Mazumder, P.B., Vairale, M.G., Dwivedi, S.K.
Bioresource Technology Reports, 2019, 7, 100274

6. Bioethanol production from waste lignocelluloses: A review on microbial degradation potential
Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Mazumder, P.B., Dwivedi, S.K., Gupta, D.K.
Chemosphere, 2019, 231, pp. 588–606

7. Insect Gut Bacteria and Their Potential Application in Degradation of Lignocellulosic Biomass: A Review
Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Sharma, S., Vairale, M.G., Raju, P.S.
Energy, Environment, and Sustainability, 2018, pp. 277–299

8. Bacteriophages and its applications: an overview
Sharma, S., Chatterjee, S., Datta, S., Prasad, R.K., Vairale, M.G.
Folia Microbiologica, 2017, 62(1), pp. 17–55

 

Mucahit Coskun | Soil Geography | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Mucahit Coskun |  Soil Geography |  Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. at  Karabuk University,  Turkey

Mücahit Coşkun is a Professor at Karabük University, specializing in Geography with a focus on physical geography, meteorological hazards, and forest ecology. He holds a Ph.D. in Geography Education from Gazi University, where his research centered on project-based learning approaches in geography teaching. Coşkun’s academic interests include climate analysis, vegetation geography, agroecological zoning, and forest fire ecology. In addition to his teaching and research roles, he has served as the Vice Rector of Karabük University and has held various administrative positions, including Associate Professor and Dean Assistant. His work contributes significantly to understanding and managing natural disasters, forest ecosystems, and environmental processes.

Profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Geography Education, Gazi University, Turkey (2004)
    • Thesis: Project-Based Learning Approach in Geography Teaching
  • M.Sc. in Geography Education, Gazi University, Turkey (2000)
    • Thesis: Evaluation of Teaching Processes in Geography According to Student Opinions
  • B.Sc. in Social Sciences Education, Gazi University, Turkey (1998)

Experience:

  • Vice Rector, Karabük University (June 2019 – August 2023)
  • Professor, Karabük University (August 2017 – Present)
  • Associate Professor, Karabük University (January 2009 – January 2014)
    • Additional Role: Dean Assistant
  • Lecturer, Karabük University

Research Focus:

Mücahit Coşkun specializes in physical geography, including meteorological hazards, climate analysis, vegetation geography, and forestry. His research interests encompass agroecological zoning, forest ecosystems, hydrology, forest fire ecology, and natural disaster management.

Citation:

  • Total Quotes (All): 1103
  • Total Quotes (From 2019 to today): 539
  • h-index (All): 18
  • h-index (From 2019 to today): 12
  • i10-index (All): 21
  • i10-index (From 2019 to today): 18

Publication Top Notes:

  • High School Students’ Metaphors (Mental Images) About the Concept of “Climate”
    • Citations: 117
    • Year: Not provided
  • Project-Based Learning Approach in Geography Education
    • Citations: 101
    • Year: 2004
    • Note: Unpublished Doctoral Thesis, Gazi University Institute of Educational Sciences
  • Gifted Students’ Attitudes Towards Environment: A Case Study from Turkey
    • Citations: 81
    • Journal: African Journal of Agricultural Research
    • Year: 2011
  • Project Approach in Geography Teaching
    • Citations: 78
    • Journal: Ahi Evran University Kirsehir Faculty of Education Journal
    • Year: 2004
  • Secondary School Students’ Achievement Motivation Towards Geography Lessons
    • Citations: 61
    • Journal: Archives of Applied Science Research
    • Year: 2011
  • Geography Teacher Candidates’ Metacognitive Awareness Levels: A Case Study from Turkey
    • Citations: 55
    • Journal: Archives of Applied Science Research
    • Year: 2011
  • The Effects of a Problem-Solving Training Program on Problem-Solving Skills and Interpersonal Problem-Solving Skills of Children Attending Kindergarten
    • Citations: 52
    • Year: 2016
    • Note: Unpublished Master’s Thesis, Gazi University Institute of Educational Sciences
  • Misconceptions About Humidity in Geography Teaching and Suggestions for Their Elimination
    • Citations: 49
    • Journal: Gazi University Gazi Faculty of Education Journal
    • Year: 2003
  • Observation of Students’ Earthquake Perceptions by Means of Phenomenographic Analysis (Primary Education 7th Grade–Turkey)
    • Citations: 45
    • Journal: International Journal of the Physical Sciences
    • Year: 2010
  • Changes in Türkiye’s Recent Foreign Trade
    • Citations: 36
    • Journal: Gazi University Gazi Faculty of Education Journal
    • Year: 2004
  • Attitudes of Trade Vocational High School Students Towards Geography Course (Elbistan Example)
    • Citations: 32
    • Journal: Çankırı Karatekin University Social Sciences Institute Journal
    • Year: 2010
  • Collaborative Learning in Geography Teaching
    • Citations: 28
    • Journal: Kastamonu Education Journal
    • Year: 2004
  • Effects of Natural Environmental Conditions on Floods in the Lower Part of Aksu Valley (Giresun)
    • Citations: 22
    • Journal: Gazi Turkiyat
    • Year: 2010
  • The Analysis of High School Students’ Perceptions Towards “Environment” Concept
    • Citations: 21
    • Journal: African Journal of Agricultural Research
    • Year: 2010
  • Geography Teacher Candidates’ Perceptions Towards the “Greenhouse Effect”
    • Citations: 20
    • Year: 2011
  • June 19, 2004 Çubuk-Sünlü (Ankara) Tornado Incident
    • Citations: 20
    • Journal: Journal of Eastern Geography
    • Year: 2019
  • Wildfire Susceptibility Mapping Using Five Boosting Machine Learning Algorithms: The Case Study of the Mediterranean Region of Turkey
    • Citations: 19
    • Journal: Advances in Civil Engineering
    • Year: 2022
  • Fundamental Pollutants in the European Union (EU) Countries and Their Effects on Turkey
    • Citations: 18
    • Journal: Procedia-Social and Behavioral Sciences
    • Year: 2011
  • From the Black Sea Coast to the Inland: Climate Parameters of the Kastamonu Surroundings
    • Citations: 12
    • Journal: The Journal of Social Science
    • Year: 2017