Dr. Shankramma Kalikeri | Nano-Photocatalysis Awards | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Shankramma Kalikeri, JSS Acadamy of Higher Education & Researach Mysuru, India

Dr. Shankramma K is an Assistant Professor at JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru, specializing in wastewater treatment through heterostructured nanocomposites, with a focus on nano-photocatalysis and the use of core-shell structured nanoparticles in agriculture. She holds a Ph.D. from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), where she researched under the supervision of Prof. Vidya Shetty K. Dr. Shankramma has published 30 research papers, contributed 10 book chapters, and has given numerous invited talks. She has trained over 20 students and summer interns, contributing to low-cost wastewater treatment solutions. She has received several awards, including the Women Scientist Award and the Savitribai Phule Excellence Award 2023. Dr. Shankramma is also an active member of various professional organizations.

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Summary of Suitability:

The candidate is a highly accomplished academic and researcher with notable achievements in both nanobiotechnology and wastewater treatment. Her experience, technical skills, recognition, and commitment to the scientific community make her an excellent contender for the Research for Women Researcher Awards. Her contribution to both environmental and educational advancements aligns well with the goals of this award, which aims to honor women who have made significant strides in research and innovation.

🎓Education:

Dr. Shankramma K has an impressive educational background in the fields of nanoscience and biotechnology. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nanoscience and Technology from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, India, between 2014 and 2021. Prior to that, she completed her Master of Technology (M.Tech.) in Nanoscience and Technology from Kuvempu University, Shivamogga, Karnataka, in 2013. Additionally, she holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biotechnology, also from Kuvempu University, which she completed in 2011. In 2012, she furthered her expertise by earning a PG Diploma in Genetics from Kuvempu University, Shivamogga.

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Shankramma K has a diverse teaching and research career. She is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the School of Lifesciences at JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research (JSS AHER), Mysuru, Karnataka, a position she has held since November 2019. Prior to this, she worked as a Teaching Assistant at the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, from 2015 to 2019, where she gained valuable academic and research experience. Before that, she served as an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Biotechnology at Kuvempu University, Shimoga, Karnataka, from 2013 to 2014.

🏅Awards:

Dr. Shankramma K has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to science and education. In 2023, she was honored with the Savitribai Phule Excellence Award at the One-Day International Symposium on “Recent Trends in Education and Its Relevance with Savitribai Phule’s Ideas.” Additionally, she received the Women Scientist Award for her oral presentation at the 8th Kannada Vijnana Sammelana, showcasing her research excellence and commitment to advancing scientific knowledge.

Publication Top Notes:

Fe₂O₃ Magnetic Nanoparticles to Enhance S. lycopersicum (Tomato) Plant Growth and Their Biomineralization
- Cited by: 173
Visible Light-Induced Photocatalytic Degradation of Reactive Blue-19 Over Highly Efficient Polyaniline-TiO₂ Nanocomposite: A Comparative Study with Solar and UV Photocatalysis
- Cited by: 71
Solar Light-Driven Photocatalysis Using Mixed-Phase Bismuth Ferrite (BiFeO₃/Bi₂₅FeO₄₀) Nanoparticles for Remediation of Dye-Contaminated Water: Kinetics and Comparison with UV Photocatalysis
- Cited by: 46
Visible Light Active Bismuth Ferrite Embedded TiO₂ Nanocomposite Structures for Dye Mineralization by Photocatalysis – A Strategy to Harness Solar Energy for Remediation of Water
- Cited by: 20
Auto-Combustion Synthesis of Narrow Band-Gap Bismuth Ferrite Nanoparticles for Solar Photocatalysis to Remediate Azo Dye Containing Water
- Cited by: 16

Prof. Wei-Hsiang Chen , Institute of Environmental Engineering/National Sun Yat-sen University , Taiwan

Dr. Wei-Hsiang Chen is a renowned professor and researcher in the field of environmental engineering. He currently serves as the Chair of the Institute of Environmental Engineering and Associate Dean of the College of Engineering at National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU) in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Dr. Chen earned his Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of California, Davis in 2009, after obtaining his M.S. from Carnegie Mellon University and his Bachelor’s degree from Tamkang University in Taiwan. His extensive career includes roles as Associate Director of the Aerosol Science Research Center and Director of The Chinese Institute of Environmental Engineering. Dr. Chen has received numerous accolades for his research contributions and teaching excellence, and he actively participates in multiple professional organizations. His research interests include biological treatment for wastewater, hazardous waste management, and environmental toxicology.

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Education:

Dr. Wei-Hsiang Chen holds a Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of California at Davis, completed in 2009. He earned his M.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University in 2004 and his B.S. in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering from Tamkang University in Taiwan in 2000.

Work Experience:

Dr. Wei-Hsiang Chen is a distinguished professor in the Institute of Environmental Engineering at National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU) in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, where he has served since 2021. He currently holds the positions of Chair of the Institute of Environmental Engineering and Associate Dean of the College of Engineering, roles he has held since 2023. Dr. Chen is also the Associate Director of the Aerosol Science Research Center at NSYSU, a position he has occupied since 2017, and the Director of The Chinese Institute of Environmental Engineering since 2022. He has been jointly appointed as an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health and the Doctor and Master Degree Program in Toxicology at Kaohsiung Medical University since 2019.

Publication Top Notes :

Multivariate analysis of carcinogenic equivalence (CEQ) to characterize carcinogenic VOC emissions in a typical petrochemical industrial park in Taiwan
- Journal: Environment International
- Date: 2024-04
- Type: Journal article
- DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2024.108548
- Contributors: Wei-Hsiang Chen, Chin-Fa Chang, Chin-Hsing Lai, Yen-Ping Peng, Yu-Jih Su, Guan-Fu Chen
Cobalt and zinc imidazolate encapsulated in reduced graphene oxide and the derived nitrogen-enriched carbon frameworks (CoNC@rGO) for electrochemically sensing acetaminophen (APAP)
- Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
- Date: 2024-02
- Type: Journal article
- DOI: 10.1016/j.cej.2023.148437
- Contributors: Yu-Jen Shih, Sheng-Kai Lin, Zhi-Lun Wu, Wei-Hsiang Chen
A Technology-Organization-Environment (TOE) Framework Based on Scientometry for Understanding The Risk Factors in Sustainable Water Resources Management
- Journal: Water Resources Management
- Date: 2023-12
- Type: Journal article
- DOI: 10.1007/s11269-023-03634-6
- Contributors: Chih-Hsien Lin, Wei-Hsiang Chen
Copper nanoparticles encapsulated in reduced graphene oxide electrode (CuxrGO1-x) for the electrochemical quantification of metformin in water
- Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
- Date: 2023-09
- Type: Journal article
- DOI: 10.1016/j.cej.2023.144676
- Contributors: Yu-Jen Shih, Yu-Qiao Su, Wei-Hsiang Chen, Sheng-Kai Lin, Yi-Chun He, Chin-Pao Huang
A technology-organization-environment (TOE) framework based on the scientific research directions for risk in sustainable water resources management
- Date: 2023-08-01
- Type: Preprint
- DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3174117/v1
- Contributors: ChihHsien Lin, Wei-Hsiang Chen