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Prof. P. Sankar Ganesh

Professor
Department of Biological Sciences

Anaerobic digestion, Composting, Environment and energy, Nano(eco)toxicology, Solid waste management, Technology for Pedagogy, Termigradation, Vermicomposting
Room number A119,
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Hyderabad Campus
Jawahar Nagar, Kapra Mandal
Dist.-Medchal-500 078
Telangana, India

BITS Environmental Science & Technology (BEST) Lab

 

 

BEST Lab is a dynamic research group primarily focusing on environmental biotechnology and sustainable waste management. Their collective expertise includes anaerobic digestion, waste-to-energy conversion, wastewater treatment, and environmental remediation. The group focuses on advancing scientific understanding and developing innovative strategies to tackle environmental challenges. 


Research Team


Our research group is dedicated to creating practical, field-ready solutions that make a tangible impact. We aim to develop innovations that not only advance scientific knowledge but also bring meaningful value to society and contribute to environmental protection. With a vision of a world where science-based solutions are seamlessly integrated into everyday life, we are committed to building a healthier, more sustainable planet for future generations
In the Process of Creating a Sustainable Tomorrow, Today

Current PhD Scholars

Ms. Harsha Barwani

Focuses on enzyme functionality in food processing and dairy analysis for improving quality control, , alongside the development of point-of-care (PoC) devices for rapid foodborne pathogen detection and quality monitoring


Completed Master's in Food Biotechnology from the Institute of Chemical Technology and a Bachelor's in Biotechnology from the University of Mumbai

Ms. Sandhya Kumari Gupta

Evaluates strategies to mitigate the negative effects of microplastics on environmental sustainability using anaerobic digestion and concomitant resource recovery in treatment processes


Completed Master's and Bachelor's in Botany (Hons.) from Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Deemed University, Agra.

Ms. Hemapriya S

Explores the optimization of total soluble product concentrations during biomethanation to enhance energy recovery in waste-to-energy systems through reactor design optimization and adsorption techniques, alongside developing innovative processes for efficient biomethanation, aiming to improve the overall performance and sustainability of waste-to-energy systems


Completed Master's in Pharmaceutical Science and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Dhanbad (MHRD Fellowship) and a Bachelor's in Industrial Biotechnology from Anna University, Chennai.

Ms. Pavithra Pari

Focuses on the enhancement of organic waste valorization to promote a circular economy, along with exploring nature-based solutions for environmental remediation.


Completed Master's in Environmental Engineering & Management from Pondicherry (Central) University, Puducherry, and Bachelor's in Environmental Engineering from Anna University, Chennai.

Mr. Loganathan A

Explores the chemical composition and reactivity of coal to enhance its biomethanation potential and also investigates the microbial interactions, metabolic pathways, and process optimization for biogas generation.


Completed Master's in Chemistry from Bishop Heber College, affiliated with Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, and Bachelor's in Chemistry from Government Arts College, Karur, affiliated with Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli.

Ms. Shyamala Diwakaruni

Focuses on leachate treatment technologies, exploring innovative methods for contaminant removal, toxicity reduction, and improvement of effluent quality to mitigate environmental risks from landfills leachate


Completed Master's in Environmental Engineering from Texas A&M University-Kingsville, USA, and Bachelor's in Civil Engineering from Nagarjuna University, India.

Mr. Elangovan E

Focuses on advanced wastewater treatment techniques, including biological, chemical, and physical methods for effective contaminant removal, resource recovery, and wastewater reuse.


Completed Master's in Manufacturing Management from BITS Pilani and Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering from Annamalai University, Chidambaram.

Ms. Pallavi Vadla

Explores the potential of macro and microalgae for nutrient removal, pollutant degradation, and biomass production, as well as integrating environmental biotechnology into waste management systems for resource recovery and environmental sustainability


Completed Master's in Agricultural Biotechnology from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur (MHRD Fellowship) and Master's in Science from Sri Padmavathi Mahila Visva Vidyalayam, Tirupati (JNU DBT Fellowship) and Bachelor's in Biotechnology from Osmania University, Hyderabad.

Ms. Varsha Sriram

Explores operational parameters for enhanced biohythane production through anaerobic digestion by investigating phase separation strategies, microbial community dynamics, and process stability to improve biohythane recovery


Completed Master's in Biotechnology from the Institute for Excellence in Higher Education, Bhopal, and Bachelor's in Biotechnology from Sri Sathya Sai College for Women, Bhopal.

Mr. Gantala Sarva Sai Nikhilesh

Focuses on electrobiomethanation for enhancing methane production and resource recovery and explores the synergy between microbial electrochemical systems and anaerobic digestion


Completed Master's in Biotechnology from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, and Bachelor's in Biotechnology from GITAM (Deemed to be University), Visakhapatnam.

Ms. Marina Nandyal

Focuses on advanced wastewater treatment technologies, resource recovery from wastewater, sustainable water management, biological and physicochemical treatment processes, and wastewater reuse strategies for environmental sustainability


Completed Master's in Environmental Engineering from Mysore University and Bachelor's in Civil Engineering from Sri Venkateshwara University.

Mr. Keitumetse Ngaka

Explores Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for environmental monitoring and integrating natural resource management strategies for sustainable ecosystem conservation


Completed M. Phil. in Natural Resource Management from the Okavango Research Institute (ORI), University of Botswana, and B.Sc. in Environmental Science from the University of Botswana.

Mr. Keitumetse Ngaka

Investigates advanced techniques and instruments to explore and understand biological phenomena, particularly focusing on biopharmaceutical wastewater treatment and aims to uncover the underlying mechanisms in environmental biotechnology that can be applied to optimize treatment methods and ensure safe, sustainable wastewater management


Completed Master's in Biotechnology from K S Rangasamy College of Technology, Tamil Nadu, and Bachelor's in Biotechnology from Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Dapoli.

Alumni

Dr. Siva Prasad Bitragunta
Scientist, Academic Staff College of India (ASCI)
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Dr. Anand N
Research Associate, Sardar Patel Renewable Energy Research Institute, Gujarat
linkedin.com/in/anand-narayanasamy-phd-3398941b2

Dr. Atun RoyChoudhury
Assistant General Manager at Cube Bio-Energy Private Limited
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