Ramesh Sharma | Water Management | Young Researcher Award

Dr. Ramesh Sharma | Water Management | Young Researcher Award

Assistant professor at Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology,  India

Dr. Ramesh Sharma is a food process engineer and researcher with a specialization in the extraction, optimization, and characterization of phycobiliproteins from cyanobacteria such as Oscillatoria and Spirulina. He holds a Ph.D. in Bioengineering from NIT Agartala, an M.Tech in Food Engineering and Technology from Tezpur University, and a B.Tech in Process and Food Engineering from CAU Imphal.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Bioengineering (2024)
    National Institute of Technology, Agartala | CGPA: 8.00

  • M.Tech in Food Engineering & Technology (2017)
    Tezpur University | CGPA: 7.13

  • B.Tech in Process and Food Engineering (2014)
    Central Agricultural University, Imphal | CGPA: 7.61

👨‍🏫 Teaching & Professional Experience:

Assistant Professor (Dec 2023 – Jan 2024)
Sri Shakti Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore

  • Taught subjects like Applied Thermodynamics, Food Grain Processing, Additives, and Professional Ethics

  • Managed laboratory sessions, NBA/NAAC file preparation, and UG project guidance

🔬 Ph.D. Research Focus:

“Process Optimization & Characterization of Phycobiliproteins from Oscillatoria sp.”

  • Investigated sustainable natural pigments as alternatives to synthetic dyes

  • Employed Taguchi methodology, sorption isotherm models, and drying kinetics

  • Highlighted glucose as the most effective thermal stabilizer for phycobiliproteins

  • Published in reputed international journals and presented at national conferences

🌱 Research Interests:

  • Microalgal Biotechnology: Spirulina and Oscillatoria pigment extraction

  • Functional Foods: Bromelain and phycobiliprotein applications

  • Bioactive Compounds: Improving curcumin bioavailability via nano-emulsions

  • Smart Technologies in Food Science: AI for fraud detection, nutritional profiling, and bioavailability assessment

🚀 Future Aspirations:

  • Promote household Spirulina cultivation

  • Develop natural food-grade colorants

  • Integrate cyanobacterial extracts into commercial food products

  • Address toxicity concerns in algal-based food applications

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 381

  • Cited by: 358 documents

  • Total Publications: 20

  • h-index: 11

Publication Top Notes:

1. Recent Advances in Plant Protein-Based Sustainable Edible Film and Coatings for Applications in the Food-Pharma Industry – Opportunities and Challenges: A Review

  • Authors: Pooja Yadav, Uttara Mahapatra, Ramesh Sharma, Pinku Chandra Nath, Kandi S. Sridhar

2. Cold Plasma—A Sustainable Energy-Efficient Low-Carbon Food Processing Technology: Physicochemical Characteristics, Microbial Inactivation, and Industrial Applications

  • Authors: Ramesh Sharma, Pinku Chandra Nath, Sarvesh Rustagi, Prakash Kumar Nayak, Kandi S. Sridhar

Esber Andiroglu | Water Resource Management | Best Researcher Award

Dr Esber Andiroglu |  Water Resource Management |  Best Researcher Award

Professor of Practice at  University of Miami, United States

Dr. Esber Andiroglu is a Professor of Professional Practice in the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering at the University of Miami. With dual citizenship in the United States and the Republic of Cyprus (EU), Dr. Andiroglu brings a global perspective to his work. He also holds secondary appointments in the Department of Chemical, Environmental & Materials Engineering and the School of Architecture. As the Director of the Murphy Construction Program, Dr. Andiroglu leads initiatives aimed at advancing construction education and practice. His expertise spans civil engineering, construction management, and sustainability, and he is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and a LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP). Dr. Andiroglu is committed to fostering innovation in the built environment through his teaching, leadership, and research.

Profile:

Education:

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering – 1983, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
  • M.S. in Mechanical Engineering – 1985, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
  • Ph.D. in Civil and Architectural Engineering – 2015, University of Miami, FL
    • Dissertation: Development of Virtual Air/Water Flow Meters Using Fan/Pump Head and Motor Power

Professional Certifications:

  • Licensed Professional Engineer (Florida, Georgia, New Mexico, Ohio)
  • NCEES Registration
  • USGBC LEED Accredited Professional
  • GPRO Certified Instructor, Urban Green Council

Academic Experience:

  • Lecturer, Department of Civil, Architectural & Environmental Engineering, University of Miami (2009–2017)
  • Associate Professor of Practice, University of Miami (2017–2024)
  • Professor of Professional Practice, University of Miami (2024–Present)
  • Director, MS in Construction Management Program (2018–2023)
  • Founding Member, Sustainability and Urban Resilience Adaptation Lab (SUREAL)

Industry Experience:

  • Founding Principal, Energy Sciences, Inc. (1989–Present)
    • Specialized in sustainable MEP system designs and green-gray coastal defense systems for climate resilience.
    • Collaborated with regional governments (e.g., Miami-Dade County, City of Miami Beach).

Publication Top Notes:

  • Concrete seawalls: A review of load considerations, ecological performance, durability, and recent innovations
    N Hosseinzadeh, M Ghiasian, E Andiroglu, J Lamere, …
    Ecological Engineering, 178, 106573, 2022
  • Investigations on a virtual airflow meter using projected motor and fan efficiencies
    G Wang, L Song, E Andiroglu, G Shim
    HVAC&R Research, 20(2), 178-187, 2014
  • Accuracy improvement of virtual pump water flow meters using calibrated characteristics curves at various frequencies
    Z Wang, E Andiroglu, G Wang, L Song
    Energy and Buildings, 191, 143-150, 2019
  • Multifunctional performance of coastal structures based on South Florida Coastal environs
    KS Sealey, E Andiroglu, J Lamere, J Sobczak, P Suraneni
    Journal of Coastal Research, 37(3), 656-669, 2021
  • Development of a virtual pump water flow meter using power derived from comprehensive energy loss analysis
    E Andiroglu, G Wang, L Song, K Kiamehr
    Science and Technology for the Built Environment, 22(2), 214-226, 2016
  • Enhanced photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline using α-Fe2O3@ TiO2-impregnated Mxene photocatalyst: Mechanism and optimization of process via RSM and ANN
    Y Pajouhan, S Sabbaghi, K Rasouli, J Rasouli, W Dastyar, E Andiroglu
    Process Safety and Environmental Protection, 190, 1149-1163, 2024
  • A review of water reuse applications and effluent standards in response to water scarcity
    D Rich, E Andiroglu, K Gallo, S Ramanathan
    Water Security, 20, 100154, 2023
  • Operationalizing resilience: A deductive fault-driven resilience index for enabling adaptation
    L Amer, M Erkoc, N Celik, E Andiroglu
    Process Safety and Environmental Protection, 177, 1085-1102, 2023
  • Development of a virtual water flow meter using pump head and motor power
    E Andiroglu, G Wang, L Song
    Zero Energy Mass Customization Housing (ZEMCH2013) International Conference, 2013
  • Concrete Seawalls: Load Considerations, Ecological Performance, Durability, and Recent Innovations
    N Hosseinzadeh, M Ghiasian, E Andiroglu, J Lamere, …
    Engineering Archive, 2021
  • Preliminary Investigation of Active Demand Flexibility Control at Air-Handling Units Using Energy Feedback Control
    R Hurt, Z Wang, G Wang, E Andiroglu, L Song
    ASHRAE Transactions, 128(1), 2022
  • Development of virtual air/water flow meters using fan/pump head and motor power
    E Andiroglu
    University of Miami, 2015
  • Insar observations of construction‐induced coastal subsidence on Miami’s barrier islands, Florida
    F Aziz Zanjani, F Amelung, A Piter, K Sobhan, A Tavakkoliestahbanati, …
    Earth and Space Science, 11(12), e2024EA003852, 2024
  • SUREAL-Built Environment Team in Collaboration with EXP as Industry Partners Presents
    E Andiroglu, G Medavarapu, 2024
  • A Novel Composite Resilience Indicator for Decentralized Infrastructure Systems (CRI-DS)
    L Amer, M Erkoc, E Andiroglu, N Celik
    arXiv preprint arXiv:2207.08303, 2022
  • Energy and Control Performance Investigation of Air-Handling Units with Return-Air Bypass
    PE Gang Wang, PhD, PE Esber Andiroglu, PhD, PE Li Song, PhD
    ASHRAE Transactions, 123, 229, 2017
  • A brief overview of the assumptions and outcomes for scientific merit and validation of the report titled “Energy and Carbon Savings Opportunities: Water Demand Calculator”
    DA Rich, M Zarif, E Andiroglu