Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
MSc Energy Systems student at the National University of Singapore (NUS) and an Integrated M.Tech graduate in Chemical Engineering (Minor: Food Technology) from ICT Mumbai – Indian Oil Odisha Campus. Gained valuable research and industrial experience through internships at IGCAR Kalpakkam, CSIR–Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP), NIT Tiruchirappalli, and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL). Worked on projects involving supercritical CO₂ extraction, catalyst development for syngas production, activated carbon synthesis for supercapacitor applications, starch-based edible films, refinery operations, and process optimization. Skilled in process modeling, catalysis, materials characterization, data analysis, Aspen Plus, MATLAB, and Python. Passionate about energy systems, sustainability, advanced materials, and process engineering. Outside academics and research, I enjoy chess, fitness activities, cricket, and football. Always open to opportunities, collaborations, and discussions in energy, chemical engineering, and emerging technologies.
Conducted research on the development and modification of zirconia-based catalysts for syngas production. Involved in catalyst synthesis, characterization, and performance evaluation for catalytic applications. Analyzed material properties and reaction behavior to enhance catalyst efficiency and stability. Gained hands-on experience in heterogeneous catalysis, catalyst preparation, materials characterization, data analysis, and scientific research while contributing to sustainable energy and fuel production technologies
Conducted research on the preparation of activated carbon from printed circuit boards (PCBs) for energy storage applications. Involved in the synthesis, processing, and characterization of activated carbon materials for supercapacitor electrodes. Evaluated material properties and performance through laboratory experiments and data analysis. Gained experience in waste valorization, sustainable materials development, electrochemical energy storage, activated carbon production, and scientific reporting while contributing to advanced supercapacitor research.
Research Intern | Preparation of Starch-Based Edible Films Worked on the development and characterization of starch-based edible films for sustainable food packaging applications. Prepared biodegradable film formulations, evaluated their physical properties, and analyzed performance for potential food packaging use. Gained hands-on experience in biopolymer processing, laboratory experimentation, data analysis, and scientific documentation while contributing to eco-friendly packaging research. (52 words)
Experimental and Modeling Aspects of Solubility of 1-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride in Supercritical Carbon Dioxide This project focuses on studying the solubility behavior of the ionic liquid 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride ([BMIM]Cl) in supercritical carbon dioxide (SC-CO₂). Supercritical CO₂ is an environmentally friendly solvent that possesses both liquid-like solvating power and gas-like diffusivity. The work involved conducting experimental investigations under various temperature and pressure conditions to determine the solubility of the ionic liquid in SC-CO₂. Mathematical and thermodynamic models were also developed to predict and analyze the solubility behavior. The study contributes to a better understanding of phase equilibrium, green separation processes, and the application of ionic liquids in sustainable chemical engineering and industrial processes.
Crude oil furnace, Digboi Refinery, Energy Efficiency, Indirect Method, Thermal Performance, Combustion Air Supply, Stack Temperature, Excess Air, Fuel Consumption, Efficiency Analysis, Heat Losses, Radiation Loss, Operating Conditions, Air Preheater, Excess Oxygen, Flue Gas Composition, Unburned Fuel Loss, Moisture Content, Energy Savings, Cost Reduction, Continuous Monitoring, Maintenance, Emission Reduction, Optimization, Operational Excellence