Bindu Kumar Karthikeyan | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Bindu Kumar Karthikeyan: Sustainable Agriculture |  Best Researcher Award

Professor at  Department of Mechanical Engineering, India

Dr. K Bindu Kumar is a distinguished professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Government Engineering College, Barton Hill, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. With a wealth of academic experience spanning over two decades, Dr. Kumar has made significant contributions to the field of Mechanical Engineering. He earned his B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Engineering, Trivandrum, Kerala, followed by an M.Tech with a specialization in Maintenance Engineering and Management from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. Dr. Kumar further pursued his passion for research, obtaining a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Loughborough University, UK, where he ranked 12th in the country.

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Education 📚

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Loughborough University, UK (Ranked 12th in the UK) – 2008. M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Madras, Chennai, India – 2003. B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from College of Engineering, Trivandrum, Kerala – 1997

Professional Experience 🌐

Professor in Mechanical Engineering since August 2012. Associate Professor from August 2009 to July 2012. Lecturer from July 1999 to August 2009

Research and Patents 🧪

Dr. Bindu Kumar has a keen interest in research, evident from his numerous publications in international journals and several patents granted. Notable patents include a Smart Digital Flow Control Valve and a Torque Indicating Dual Action Universal Hand Wrench.

Conferences and Workshops 🌐

Dr. Bindu Kumar actively engages in international and national conferences, presenting his research findings. He has also organized faculty development programs, including workshops on EV Design & Development and Research Methodology.

Academic Leadership 🎓

As a guiding force, Dr. Bindu Kumar has supervised several Ph.D. students and played a pivotal role in organizing faculty development programs and workshops.

Research Focus 🌱🔬:

Dr. K Bindu Kumar’s research spans diverse areas within Mechanical Engineering. 🚀 His focus includes sustainable solutions, as evident in studies on chemically modified bamboo fibers for composites, showcasing mechanical superiority for sustainable engineering. 🎋 Additionally, his work delves into aerospace applications, investigating interference fit rivets and failure analysis in aircraft fuselage skin. 🛩️ Machine learning comes into play with dynamic behavior modeling of magnetorheological fluid dampers. 🤖 The impact of oxidative stress on cellular communication is explored, emphasizing implications for diseases. ⚙️ Furthermore, his research extends to tribological studies, optimizing parameters for coatings and analyzing wear characteristics in nanoCuO/Ni composite coatings. 🔬

 

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Dionisio Alvindia | Sustainable Agriculture

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Prof Dr Dionisio Alvindia: Leading Research in Sustainable Agriculture
Director IV and Scientist IV at  Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PHilMech), Department of Agriculture, Philippines

🌱🔬Dionisio de Guzman Alvindia is a distinguished professional in the field of agriculture and postharvest development. 🌱 Born on November 22, 1963, in Sta. Cruz, Guimba, Nueva Ecija, he currently resides in Purok 2, San Manuel, Quezon, Nueva Ecija.Alvindia holds the position of Director IV and Scientist IV at the Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PHilMech), located in the CLSU Compound, Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija. He is also an Affiliate Professor VI at the College of Agriculture, Central Luzon State University, and a Research Consultant at the Center for Natural Sciences and Environmental Research (CENSER), De La Salle University.🌍🌾

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👨‍🎓 Education:

BS Agriculture Central Luzon State University June 1980-April 1985. MS International Agricultural Development Tokyo University of Agriculture April 1998-March 2000. PhD Agricultural Science Tokyo University of Agriculture April 2000-March 2003. JSPS Postdoctoral Fellow Tokyo University of Agriculture April 2006-March 2008. Fulbright Postdoctoral Fellow Montana State University January 2012-July 2012 Dionisio de Guzman Alvindia’s academic journey is truly remarkable! 📚 Here’s a snapshot of his educational milestones:From the foundations of agricultural science to international agricultural development and prestigious fellowships, Dionisio’s academic path has been both diverse and distinguished! 🌍🌱

📚 Research Interest:

Dionisio de Guzman Alvindia’s research pursuits are as diverse as they are impactful! 🌱 His focus lies in the development of sustainable non-chemical strategies (NCA) for managing diseases in tropical fruits and high-value crops. 🍍🌾

He delves into the world of microbial control agents (MCA), exploring the potential of generally regarded as safe (GRAS) compounds, natural compounds, food additives, and even hot water treatment. 🔬🌿

But Dionisio’s curiosity doesn’t stop there! His studies extend to the intricate realms of storage, mycobiota, and mycotoxins across a spectrum of crops—be it fruits, vegetables, grains, coffee, cacao, or cassava. ☕🍫🌽

In the quest for sustainable and innovative solutions, Dionisio’s research serves as a beacon for a healthier, more resilient agriculture. 🌐👨‍🔬

Research Focus 🌱🔬

Dionisio de Guzman Alvindia’s research spans a diverse spectrum, focusing on innovative solutions for agricultural challenges. 🌿 His work explores the fungitoxic properties of Citrus limon L. peel extracts and Curcuma longa L. against anthracnose in mango, showcasing promising biocontrol strategies. 🍋🍛 Additionally, he contributes to the evolutionary and eco-economic considerations in biological control of plant diseases. 🔄 In the realm of stored product pests, his investigations into phosphine resistance and acaricidal properties of Moringa oleifera Lam., Allium longicuspis Regel, and Allium sativum L. provide valuable insights for pest management. 🌾🐜 Dionisio’s research blends practicality with ecological awareness, making a significant impact on agriculture.

 

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