Teaching Assistant, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, India
👩🔬 Gitanjali Jothiprakash is a Teaching Assistant in Bioenergy at the Centre for Post-Harvest Technology, Agricultural Engineering College & Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore. She holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering (Bioenergy) and has been recognized for her academic excellence as a University Gold Medalist. Gitanjali is passionate about sustainable energy technologies and has contributed significantly to the field of bioenergy through research and innovations. 🌱💡
Profile
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Education
🎓 Gitanjali completed her Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering (Bioenergy) from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University in 2016, where she was awarded the University Gold Medal. Her research focused on the design and development of a plasma gasifier for agro residues and municipal solid waste. She also earned her M.Tech. in Bioenergy (2012) and B.Tech. in Energy and Environmental Engineering (2010) from the same university. 🌾🔬
Experience
💼 Gitanjali has been serving as a Teaching Assistant at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University since 2021. Her professional journey includes roles as a Project Engineer, Senior Research Fellow, and Research Associate. She has worked on projects related to bioenergy, including plasma gasification and energy from agricultural waste. Additionally, she has contributed to numerous consultancy projects, enhancing her expertise in sustainable agricultural technologies. 🛠️🌿
Research Interest
🔍 Gitanjali’s research interests lie in the areas of bioenergy, renewable energy technologies, and sustainable waste management. Her work includes developing plasma gasifiers for efficient waste-to-energy conversion and exploring the thermochemical processes of agro residues. She is also involved in developing biomass combustion systems, biogas reactors, and carbon capture systems, aiming to enhance energy sustainability in agriculture. 🌱⚡
Awards
🏅 Gitanjali has received numerous accolades, including the Thiru H.L. Dorai Award with Gold Medal for both her M.Tech. (2013) and Ph.D. (2016). She was also awarded the Young Scientist Award (2016) for her outstanding contributions to agricultural engineering and bioenergy. Other awards include Best Oral Presentation awards at various conferences, including the 21st National Tamil Scientific Conference (2023) and the International Conference on Sustainable Food-Water-Energy Nexus (2025). 🌟🏆
Publication 📚
High Impact Biomass Valorization for Second Generation Biorefineries in India: Recent Developments and Future Strategies for Sustainable Circular Economy (2025). Published in Biomass, 5(1): 16.
Appraisal on Energy Coefficients in Energetic Analysis of Agricultural Production System and Energetic Assessment on Sugarcane Production (2025). Published in Sugar Tech, pages 1-15.
Conversion of Sugarcane Bagasse into Cellulose, Carboxymethyl Cellulose, and Polymer Membrane Electrolyte and Their Characterization (2024). Published in Plant Science Today, 11: 58-74.
Conversion of Syngas to Liquid Biofuels Using Clostridium acetobutylicum (2025). Published in Plant Science Today. (Article in press)
Tecoma stans Intermediated Green Synthesis of Copper Oxide Nanoparticles, Their Characterization, Paracetamol Degradation, and Biological Activities (2024). Published in Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 170: 113503.
Briquette Production from Teak and Neem Twigs Biochar with Selective Binding Materials (2024). Published in Chemical Engineering Transactions, 110: 445-450.
Conclusion
Dr. Gitanjali Jothiprakash is highly suitable for the Research for Excellence in Innovation Award. Her groundbreaking research, multiple patents, and significant contributions to bioenergy technologies align well with the award’s objectives. With her strong academic foundation and innovative spirit, she is a deserving candidate for this recognition.