Assist. Prof. Dr Monika Chaudhary | Waste water treatment | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr Monika Chaudhary | Waste water treatment | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Hariom Saraswati P.G. College, Dhanauri, haridwar, Uttarakhand, India

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🎓Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Monika Chaudhary’s academic journey began with a solid foundation in chemistry. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology at Kurukshetra University in 2005, followed by a Master’s in Chemistry with a focus on Inorganic Chemistry in 2007. Her passion for research led her to pursue a Ph.D. in Chemistry at Gurukula Kangri University, Haridwar, where she completed her thesis on the removal of dyes and phenols using activated carbon derived from kraft lignin. This academic pursuit laid the groundwork for her research in environmental chemistry and sustainable material development.

💼Professional Endeavors 

Dr. Chaudhary has accumulated over a decade of experience in teaching and research. She initially worked as an Assistant Professor at Geeta Engineering College, Panipat, where she taught from 2008 to 2011. Since 2022, she has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Hariom Saraswati P.G. College, Haridwar. Her teaching expertise spans Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Spectroscopy, Analytical Methods, and the Chemistry of Biological Systems, fostering a strong academic environment for her students.

🔬Contributions and Research Focus 

Dr. Chaudhary’s research is centered around sustainable chemistry, particularly the development of adsorbents from biomass for environmental remediation. Her focus areas include adsorption and biosorption, renewable biomass characterization, water treatment, and energy storage. Her research contributions have been pivotal in developing low-cost adsorbents using hydrothermal treatments, as well as advancing the study of emerging contaminants. She has co-authored over 20 research papers and book chapters, with a citation count exceeding 1199, contributing significantly to the field of environmental science.

🏅Accolades and Recognition 

Dr. Chaudhary’s excellence in research and academics has earned her numerous awards. She received the prestigious INSPIRE-DST national fellowship and was recognized as the Best Researcher in 2023 by S.N.N. Government Degree College, Uttarakhand. She also won accolades for her presentations at various international and national conferences, including prizes for her poster and paper presentations at events such as the RABPS-2015 and the E-Waste Management conference in 2022. These recognitions underline her influence and commitment to scientific advancement.

🌍Impact and Influence 

Dr. Chaudhary’s work has had a profound impact on environmental science, particularly in the field of waste management and water purification. Her pioneering research on activated carbon and low-cost adsorbents is contributing to sustainable solutions for removing pollutants from water resources. Her publications in high-impact journals and her collaborative work with other researchers have helped shape the discourse in environmental remediation, making her an influential figure in her field.

🔮Legacy and Future Contributions 

Dr. Chaudhary’s legacy is one of innovation and dedication to sustainable chemistry. Her ongoing work promises to lead to further advancements in water treatment and pollution control. As she continues her research, she aims to develop more efficient, cost-effective methods for environmental remediation and energy storage, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable future. Her contributions to academia, research, and her active role in conferences and workshops ensure her continued influence in the scientific community.

Publication Top Notes📰

  1. “The impact of nano additives in corn oil biodiesel used in combustion engines on the environment”
    👨‍🔬 Raviteja Surakasi, K. Ch. Sekhar, M. Jayakrishna, Rapaka Jagadees, D Bhanuchandra Rao, Iván Leandro Rodríguez Rico
    📰 Journal of Engineering and Technology for Industrial Applications
    📅 2024
  2. “Environmental effects of biodiesel engines fuelled by waste cooking oil and metal nano additives”
    👨‍🔬 Sekhar, K.; Pakalapati, R.; Mugada B.; Kalluri, A.; Surakari, R.; Rodríguez Rico, I.
    📰 Journal of Engineering and Technology for Industrial Applications
    📅 2024
  3. “Scale up by mathematical modeling of anaerobic reactors for yeast wastewater treatment”
    👨‍🔬 Iglesias Barreto, G.; Rodríguez Rico, I.
    📰 Journal of Engineering and Technology for Industrial Applications
    📅 2023
  4. “Caracterización de residuos agroindustriales y su aplicación en la remoción de azul de metileno en soluciones acuosas por adsorción”
    👨‍🔬 María Hertha Broche Galindo; Iván Leandro Rodríguez Rico; Yadiel Rafael Alea Martínez
    📰 Afinidad
    📅 2022
  5. “Evaluation of mass transfer in packed column for competitive adsorption of Tartrazine and Brilliant Blue FCF: A statistical analysis”
    👨‍🔬 Kevin Jhon Fernández Andrade; María Cristina González Vargas; Iván Leandro Rodríguez Rico; Enrique Ruiz Reyes; Luis Santiago Quiroz Fernández; Ricardo José Baquerizo Crespo; Joan Manuel Rodríguez Díaz
    📰 Results in Engineering
    📅 2022
  6. “Garlic Peel Surface Modification and Fixed-Bed Column Investigations towards Crystal Violet Dye”
    👨‍🔬 E. Pravin Raaj, K. Bhuvaneshwari, R. Lakshmipathy, V. Vandhana Devi, Ivan Leandro Rodríguez Rico
    📰 Hindawi Adsorption Science & Technology
    📅 2022
  7. “Modeling and Optimization of 1-Kestose Production by Schedonorus arundinaceus 1-SST”
    👨‍🔬 Duniesky Martínez, Roberto J. Cabrera, Iván Rodríguez, Carmen Menéndez, Alina Sobrino, Lázaro Hernández, Enrique R. Pérez
    📰 Journal of Microbial Biochemical Technology
    📅 2022