Ioannis Manariotis | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Ioannis Manariotis | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

University of Patras / Department of Civil Engineering | Greece

Prof. Dr. Ioannis Manariotis is a Professor of Environmental Engineering at the University of Patras, Greece. With expertise in wastewater treatment, resource recovery, and microalgae biotechnology, he focuses on sustainable solutions for water pollution and energy production. His work bridges engineering, environmental science, and circular economy principles.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  1. Outstanding Research Output

    • Extensive Publications: Over 85 peer-reviewed journal articles (including high-impact journals like Water ResearchChemical Engineering JournalJournal of Hazardous Materials).

    • Interdisciplinary Impact: Research spans wastewater treatment, microalgae biofuels, biochar applications, nanoparticle toxicity, and advanced oxidation processes.

    • High Citations & Collaborations: Works with international experts and contributes to cutting-edge topics like biochar-based electrocatalysts for Zn-air batteries and CO₂ sequestration.

  2. Leadership in Research & Innovation

    • Principal Investigator (PI) of multiple funded projects (e.g., EU/EEA Grants, national programs like “BLUE-GREENWAY” and “BioNFate”).

    • Special Issue Editor (Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology) and Associate Editor for Biotechnology for Biofuels and Bioproducts and Frontiers in Water.

  3. Academic & Professional Recognition

    • Full Professor at the University of Patras with a 30+ year career in research and teaching.

    • Supervised 10+ Ph.D. students and 30+ Master’s theses, demonstrating mentorship excellence.

    • Reviewer for 40+ prestigious journals (Water ResearchScience of the Total Environment) and evaluator for international research proposals (e.g., Hellenic Foundation for Research).

  4. Technological & Environmental Impact

    • Focus on sustainable solutions:

      • Biochar for water purification and energy storage.

      • Microalgae-based wastewater treatment and biofuel production.

      • Novel sorbents for contaminant removal (e.g., Hg, phenanthrene).

    • Work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 6: Clean Water, SDG 7: Affordable Energy).

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2000), University of Patras, Greece.

  • Diploma in Civil Engineering (1990), University of Patras, Greece.

Experience 💼

  • Professor (2023–Present), Associate Professor (2019–2023), University of Patras.

  • Environmental Engineer (2001–2009), Region of Western Greece (water resources management).

  • Research/Teaching Roles (1991–2019): Lecturer, Assistant Professor, and Research Associate at the University of Patras.

Research Interests On Engineering 🔬

  • Phototrophic wastewater treatment (microalgae, biofilms, biofuels).

  • Resource recovery from wastewater (nutrients, energy).

  • Nanoparticle toxicity on microalgae.

  • Advanced oxidation processes and CO₂ sequestration via biochar.

Awards & Fellowships 🏆

  • Graduate Scholarship, Them. & Nik. Valsamakis Foundation (1991–1992).

  • Predoctoral Fellowship, University of Patras (1992–1998).

  • Technical Chamber of Greece Award (1989–1990).

Publications 📚

1. Removal of caffeine, nicotine and amoxicillin from (waste) waters by various adsorbents. A review
Authors: I Anastopoulos, I Pashalidis, AG Orfanos, ID Manariotis, T Tatarchuk, …
Year: 2020
Citations: 273

2. Degradation of antibiotic sulfamethoxazole by biochar-activated persulfate
Authors: L Kemmou, Z Frontistis, J Vakros, ID Manariotis, D Mantzavinos
Year: 2018
Citations: 187

3. Selection of microalgae for wastewater treatment and potential lipids production
Authors: AF Aravantinou, MA Theodorakopoulos, ID Manariotis
Year: 2013
Citations: 178

4. Degradation of PAHs by high frequency ultrasound
Authors: ID Manariotis, HK Karapanagioti, CV Chrysikopoulos
Year: 2011
Citations: 122

5. Low‐strength wastewater treatment using an anaerobic baffled reactor
Authors: ID Manariotis, SG Grigoropoulos
Year: 2002
Citations: 121

6. Effect of cultivation media on the toxicity of ZnO nanoparticles to freshwater and marine microalgae
Authors: AF Aravantinou, V Tsarpali, S Dailianis, ID Manariotis
Year: 2015
Citations: 111

7. Removal of mercury from aqueous solutions by malt spent rootlets
Authors: VA Anagnostopoulos, ID Manariotis, HK Karapanagioti, …
Year: 2012
Citations: 99

8. Organic and nitrogen removal in a two-stage rotating biological contactor treating municipal wastewater
Authors: DN Hiras, ID Manariotis, SG Grigoropoulos
Year: 2004
Citations: 93

9. Aqueous mercury sorption by biochar from malt spent rootlets
Authors: LG Boutsika, HK Karapanagioti, ID Manariotis
Year: 2014
Citations: 83

10. Preparation and characterization of biochar sorbents produced from malt spent rootlets
Authors: ID Manariotis, KN Fotopoulou, HK Karapanagioti
Year: 2015
Citations: 79

11. Activation of persulfate by biochars from valorized olive stones for the degradation of sulfamethoxazole
Authors: E Magioglou, Z Frontistis, J Vakros, ID Manariotis, D Mantzavinos
Year: 2019
Citations: 73

Conclusion 🌍

🌍 Impact: Prof. Manariotis bridges engineering innovation and environmental sustainability, advancing wastewater treatment, biochar applications, and microalgae research. His work supports global goals in clean water, renewable energy, and circular economy practices.

B. Suresh Babu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. B. Suresh Babu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Sandip Institute of Technology and Research Centre | India

Dr. B. Suresh Babu is a Professor of Electrical Engineering at Sandip Institute of Technology and Research Centre, Nashik, with 25+ years of academic and research experience. He holds a Ph.D. in EEE from Anna University and specializes in power system optimization, renewable energy, and smart grids. A prolific researcher, he has authored 50+ publications, filed 8 patents, and received multiple awards for teaching and innovation.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  1. Extensive Academic and Research Experience

    • Holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Anna University and has 25+ years of teaching and research experience.

    • Currently serving as a Professor at Sandip Institute of Technology and Research Centre, Nashik.

  2. Strong Research Contributions

    • Published multiple research papers in international journals (IEEE, Springer, Elsevier, IOP, etc.) and presented at national and international conferences.

    • Authored book chapters and books on topics like Power Quality Engineering and Flexible AC Transmission Systems.

    • Research focuses on Power System Optimization, Renewable Energy Integration, Smart Grids, and AI applications in Electrical Engineering.

  3. Patents and Innovations

    • Filed multiple patents, including:

      • “Crop Health Monitoring System using IoT and Machine Learning” (Australia)

      • “AI-based Cooling System for Energy Efficiency” (Australia)

      • “Machine Learning-Based Power Quality Enhancement System” (India)

    • Demonstrates strong innovation and practical application of research.

  4. Workshops, FDPs, and Training Programs

    • Attended and organized numerous Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), workshops, and webinars on emerging technologies like AI, IoT, Electric Vehicles, and Renewable Energy.

    • Completed hundreds of online courses (Coursera, Great Learning, etc.) in Machine Learning, Data Science, Cloud Computing, and Power Systems.

  5. Professional Memberships & Awards

    • Life Member of prestigious bodies like ISTE, IEI, IAENG, and The Institution of Green Engineers.

    • Received multiple awards, including:

      • InSc Best Teacher Award (2021)

      • SIPH Academic Excellence Award (2023)

      • NRA Best Innovative Teacher Award (2023)

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in EEE, Anna University, Chennai (2016)

  • M.E. in Power Systems, Annamalai University (2001, First Class)

  • B.E. in EEE, Bharathiar University (1998, First Class)

Experience 💼

  • Professor, Sandip Institute of Technology (2023–Present)

  • Professor, Shri Vishnu Engineering College for Women (2018–2023)

  • HOD & Professor, Odaiyappa College of Engineering (2002–2017)

  • Lecturer, Bharath Niketan Engineering College (1998–1999)

Research Interests On Engineering 🔍

  • Power System Optimization

  • Renewable Energy Integration

  • FACTS Devices

  • AI/ML in Smart Grids

  • Electric Vehicle Technologies

Awards & Honors 🏆

  • InSc Best Teacher Award (2021)

  • SIPH Academic Excellence Award (2023)

  • NRA Innovative Teacher Award (2023)

  • 8 Patents (e.g., AI-based Cooling SystemSolar Panel Monitoring Device)

Publications 📜

1. Title: Economic impacts and reliability evaluation of battery by adopting Electric Vehicle
Authors: BS Babu, J Kamalakannan, N Meenatchi, S Karthik, S Boopathi
Year: 2022
Citations: 101

2.Title: Teaching learning based algorithm for OPF with DC link placement problem
Authors: BS Babu, S Palaniswami
Year: 2015
Citations: 14

3.Title: TLBO based Power System Optimization for AC/DC Hybrid Systems
Authors: BS Babu
Year: 2021
Citations: 5

4.Title: Adaptive firefly algorithm based OPF for AC/DC systems
Authors: BS Babu, S Palaniswami
Year: 2016
Citations: 4

5.Title: Adaptive dragonfly optimization based placement of capacitor banks for voltage stability enhancement in distribution networks
Authors: BS Babu
Year: 2021
Citations: 3

6.Title: Real Power Loss Minimization of AC/DC Hybrid Systems with Reactive Power Compensation by using Self Adaptive Firefly Algorithm
Authors: DBS Babu
Year: 2020
Citations: 3

7.Title: Reducing Power Losses in Power System by Using Self Adaptive Firefly Algorithm
Authors: DBS Babu
Year: 2013
Citations: 3

8.Title: Reducing Power Losses in Power System by using by Self Adaptive Firefly Algorithm (LNCS)
Authors: DBS Babu
Year: 2013
Citations: 3

9.Title: Reducing Power Losses in Power System by using by Self Adaptive Firefly Algorithm (Conference)
Authors: DBS Babu
Year: 2013
Citations: 3

10.Title: Power Conversion in PMSG Wind Energy Conversion Systems using Trans Z Source Inverter
Authors: A Radhika, G Thenmozhi, BS Babu, V Vidhya
Year: 2021
Citations: 2

Conclusion 🌟

Dr. Suresh Babu is a visionary educator and researcher, blending AI, renewable energy, and power systems to address modern engineering challenges. His contributions span patents, books, and high-impact publications, cementing his legacy in advancing sustainable energy solutions.