Dr. Sagar K G | Electrochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sagar K G | Electrochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Jain Deemed To Be University, India

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🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Sagar K. G completed his Ph.D. in 2022 from Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi. His research focused on the “Study on Mechanical and Wear Characterization of Particulate Reinforced Aluminum Alloy Subjected to Severe Plastic Deformation.” He earned his M.Tech in Machine Design from Bangalore Institute of Technology (BIT), Bengaluru, in 2011, graduating with First Class. His thesis was on “Numerical Simulation of Powder Compaction Processes Considering Material and Geometrical Nonlinearity.” Dr. Sagar’s academic journey began with a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from SJMIT College of Engineering, Chitradurga, affiliated with VTU Belagavi, which he completed in 2007. His undergraduate project was on the “Engine Management System.”

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Sagar K. G has amassed over 13 years of academic and research experience, contributing significantly to the field of mechanical engineering education. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Cambridge Institute of Technology, Bangalore, a position he has held since July 2015. Prior to this, he worked as an Assistant Professor at Sambhram Institute of Technology (SaIT), Bengaluru, from August 2013 to July 2015, and at SJMIT College of Engineering, Chitradurga, from September 2011 to July 2013. Dr. Sagar also contributed as an Assistant Professor at SJCIT College of Engineering, Chikkaballapur, from July 2010 to 2011. Earlier in his career, he gained valuable industry experience as a Project Graduate Trainee at the National Transonic Aerodynamic Facilities, working under the guidance of Mr. Rajeev G, from September 2007 to September 2008.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Sagar’s research interests encompass a diverse array of cutting-edge topics in mechanical engineering. His areas of expertise include Metal Matrix Composites, Finite Element Methods, Powder Metallurgy, Graphene-Based Projects, Robotics, Data Analytics and Data Science, Severe Plastic Deformation, and 3D Printing Materials. His work reflects a commitment to advancing knowledge and practical applications in these fields.

📜Professional Memberships

Dr. Sagar is actively engaged with several prestigious professional organizations, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and collaboration. He holds life memberships in the Indian Society of Systems for Science & Engineering (ISSE), the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), and the Institution of Engineers (MIE). Additionally, he is a member of the Institute of Research Engineers and Doctors (IRED), the International Association of Engineers (IAENG), and the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), where his membership number is 7200110034. Dr. Sagar also served as a Student Chair for the American Society for Metals (ASM) during 2018-2019 and is a life member of the Indian Carbon Society (Membership No. LM-571).

Publications Top Noted📝 

Effect of residual stress on the mechanical strength in Al Beryl composites subjected to extrusion process

Authors: Sagar, K.G., SampthKumaran, P.

Journal: Next Materials

Year: 2025

Extrusion Process Influencing Mechanical, Tribological Properties of Aluminum Beryl Composites

Authors: Sagar, K.G., Suresh, P.M., Sampthkumaran, P., Seetharamu, S.

Journal: Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India): Series C

Year: 2024

Tribological studies on aluminum beryl composites subjected to ECAP process

Authors: Sagar, K.G., Suresh, P.M., Sampathkumaran, P., Kishore

Journal: Wear

Year: 2023

Analysis of wear behavior and shear properties of nano – ZnO₂/jute fiber/epoxy composites by Hand layup technique

Authors: Sagar, K.G., Ramachandran, K., Kosanam, K., Rama, M., Bhattacharya, S.

Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings

Year: 2022

Improving Sustainability of EDM Sector by Implementing Unconventional Competitive Manufacturing Approach

Authors: Sagar, K.G., Anjani, P.K., Raman, M.S., Kumar, N.M., Venkatesan, S.

Journal: Advances in Materials Science and Engineering

Year: 2022

Dr. Chakirath Salifou, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Chakirath Salifou, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

 Doctorate at University of Abomey-Calavi,  Benin

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Summary 🌟

  • Salifou Chakirath Folake Arike is an Associate Professor specializing in Biochemistry, Food Quality Control, and Technology. She is also a Consultant-Trainer in HACCP, ISO 22000, ISO 9001, and a gender and Leadership Specialist. Salifou is the CEO and Founder of DARA GROUP SARL. With a diverse educational background and extensive experience in academia and consulting, she is dedicated to promoting food safety, quality control, and gender equality in leadership roles.

Education 🎓

  • PhD in Standards, Food Quality Control, and Technology, University of Liege (Belgium) and University of Abomey-Calavi (Benin), 2013
  • Master’s degree in the same field, University of Abomey-Calavi, 2010
  • Certificate of Professional Competence in Technical Education, University of Abomey-Calavi, 2011
  • Engineering degree in Animal Production and Health, University of Abomey-Calavi, 2005
  • Bachelor’s degree in Law and Judicial Careers, University of Abomey-Calavi, 2006

Professional Experience 💼

  • Associate Professor, Department of Animal Production and Health, Ecole Polytechnique d’Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey Calavi, since 2022
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Animal Production and Health, Ecole Polytechnique d’Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey Calavi, 2018-2022
  • Teacher, Lycée Agricole Mèdji de Sékou (Agricultural High School of Sekou), Benin, 2007-2016
  • Animal Production Technician, Local Center for Agricultural Promotion (formerly CeCPA), 2006-2007

Research Interests 🔬

  • Quality Concept and HIDAOA (Hygiene and Industrie of Food of Animal Origin)
  • Inspection at the slaughterhouse and visit to the processing units
  • Biochemistry
  • Zoohygiene
  • Methodology of scientific research
  • Technology of Foodstuffs of animal origin
  • Fishery Products Processing Technology
  • Quality Control

Notable Publication📚

  • Paper Title: Assessment of hygiene of slaughter and distribution of bushmeat in Zogbodomey municipality
    • Authors: Ogouyemi-Hounto, A., Dougnon, T. V., Kiki, P., Ahoyo, T. A., Sessou, P., & Hounmanou, Y. M. G.
    • Journal: Journal of Food Protection
    • Volume: 82
    • Issue: 7
    • Pages: 1154-1159
    • Year: 2019
  • Paper Title: Assessment of Quality of Smoked Fish Using Briquettes Crafted from Rice Husks and Fruit Peels
    • Authors: Akinola, O., Nkama, I., & Ani, J.
    • Journal: International Journal of Advanced Research in Engineering and Technology
    • Volume: 11
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 438-448
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Evaluation of the Physico-Chemical Characteristics and Sensory Qualities of Mackerel and Horse Mackerel Smoked with Fruit Peels and Rice Husk Residues in Benin
    • Authors: Fasakin, E. A., Ashiru, R. A., & Adeparusi, E. O.
    • Journal: Journal of Food Processing and Preservation
    • Volume: 40
    • Issue: 4
    • Pages: 730-740
    • Year: 2016
  • Paper Title: Prevalence of shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O157, O26 and O111 in milk, meat and faeces of cattle, sheep and pigs slaughtered in Benin
    • Authors: Tossou, M. Y., Klutsè, S. R., Dougnon, T. V., Assogba, M. N. M., Akogbéto, M. C., Sessou, P., & Hounmanou, Y. M. G.
    • Journal: Journal of Food Protection
    • Volume: 83
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 1014-1019
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Evaluation of Technological and Organoleptic Quality of Meat of Muscovy Duck from South-Benin
    • Authors: Noudégbessé, G., Houndonougbo, P. V., Laleye, A., Adjatin, A., Babatoundé, S., Kindossi, J. M., … & Mensah, G. A.
    • Journal: African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development
    • Volume: 17
    • Issue: 2
    • Year: 2017
    • Pages: 11991-12007

Dr. Gullit Deffo, Electrochemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Gullit Deffo, Electrochemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at University of Dschang, Cameroon

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Education and Training🎓📚

  • PhD in Inorganic Chemistry (Specialty: Analytical Chemistry; Option: Electrochemistry/Materials Chemistry)
  •               Institution: University of Dschang, Faculty of Science
  •               Duration: October 2017 – April 2023
  •               Grade: Very Honorable
  •               Key Subjects: Chemical and Electrochemical Methods, Wastewater Treatment,  Biomass Valorization
  • DIPES II in Chemistry
  •               Institution: University of Bamenda, Higher Teacher Training College
  •               Duration: October 2015 – August 2017
  •               Grade: Good (3.2)
  •               Key Subjects: Quantum Chemistry, Statistical Thermodynamics, Modern Spectroscopy
  • Master of Science in Inorganic Chemistry
  •               Institution: University of Dschang, Faculty of Science
  •               Duration: October 2014 – August 2016
  •               Grade: Fairly Good (2.7)
  •               Key Subjects: Chemical Reactions, Computer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Analytical Chemistry
  • Bachelor Degree in Inorganic Chemistry
  •               Institution: University of Dschang, Faculty of Science
  •               Duration: October 2011 – August 2014
  •               Grade: Fairly Good (2.6)
  •               Key Subjects: General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry

Work Experience💼

  • Physics and Chemistry Teacher
  •               Institution: Ministry of Secondary Education, Government Bilingual High School of Abongmbang
  •               Duration: February 2018 – Present
  • Part-Time Laboratory Assistant
  •              Institution: University of Dschang, Department of Chemistry
  •              Duration: November 2017 – Present
  •              Role: Assistance in Physical Chemistry, Electrochemistry, and Chemistry of Materials

Skills💡

  • Languages:
  •              English (Good): Reading, Writing, Spoken, Understanding
  •              French (Good): Reading, Writing, Spoken, Understanding
  • Technical Skills:
  •              Lab-on-chip Development
  •              Wearable Amperometric Sensors and Biosensors
  •              Electrochemical Techniques
  •              Physico-Chemical Characterization Techniques
  • Computer Skills:
  •              Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Chemdraw, Origin, Palmsens, µ-autolab, Origalys

Honors and Awards 🏆🎖️

  • AGNES Grant for Junior Researchers (December 2023)
  • 38th Best Researcher of the University of Dschang (November 2023)
  • Best Oral Presentation, 11th Conference of Analytical Chemistry Day, University of Yaounde 1 (September 2022)
  • DBT-TWAS Sandwich Postgraduate Fellowship 2019, Tezpur University, India (June 2020)
  • Doctorate Assistance Program Fellowship (2018, 2019, 2020)
  • Excellence Academic Prize Fellowship (June 2019)
  • Category B Driving License (March 2017)
  • Attestation in English (March 2015)
  • Certificate of Success in Entrance Exam to Higher Teacher Training College (September 2015)
  • Attestation of Participation in Chemistry Club, University of Dschang (February 2013)

Research Interests🔬

  • Synthesis and Elaboration of New Materials (MOFs, Polymers, Clays, Composite Materials)
  • Development of Lab-on-chip, Wearable Sensors, and Biosensors
  • Electrochemical Detection and Analysis
  • Hybrid Methods for Predicting Degradation/Transformation of Xenobiotic Compounds
  • Interactions between Biological Molecules and Metal-Based Anticancer Complexes

Scientific Communications 📑

  • Doctorat/PhD Defense:
  •                “Preparation and Characterization of Composites from Natural Materials for Electrochemical Detection in Water, Urine, and Blood Samples” (April 11, 2023)
  • PhD Pre-Defense:
  •               “Preparation and Characterization of Hybrid Materials from Natural Resources for Electrochemical Sensing and Biosensing” (October 26, 2022)
  • Oral and Poster Presentations:
  •               Various topics at Analytical Chemistry Day Conferences (2019, 2022)

Professional Science Society Memberships🌐

  • Analytical Chemistry Group of Cameroon (GC2A)
  • Crystallography Association in Cameroon (ACrC)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
  • International Society of Electrochemistry (ISE)

Notable Publication📝

  • Paper Title: Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Based on Coffee Husks Embedded on Mesoporous Silica for the Sensing of Acetaminophen
    • Authors: Ibrahim MW
    • Journal: Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology
    • Volume: 61
    • Issue: 9-12
    • Pages: 1043–1055
    • Year: 2016
  • Paper Title: Preparation and Characterization of Alkali Activated Carbon Based Theobroma Cocoa Pods: Application for Electrochemical Determination of Xanthine in Fresh Fish Sample
    • Authors: Ofori O, Bello IO, Salifu A, Dzikunu OA, Omari FA, Ayinla MK
    • Journal: Journal of Analytical Chemistry
    • Volume: 73
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 450-457
    • Year: 2018
  • Paper Title: Evaluation of Two Core-Shell (Ag2S@- and Bi2S3@-) Sensors Based on a Metal-Organic Framework (NH2-MIL-125-Ti)/Polyaniline for the Electroanalysis of Uric Acid in Urine Samples
    • Authors: Wang L, Zhang H, Lu X, Chen Y, Liu Y, Li X
    • Journal: Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical
    • Volume: 277
    • Issue:
    • Pages: 555-562
    • Year: 2019
  • Paper Title: Sensitive Determination of 4,6-Dinitro-o-cresol Based on a Glassy Carbon Electrode Modified with Zr-UiO-66 Metal-Organic Framework Entrapped FMWCNTs
    • Authors: Lee KM, Lai CW, Ngai KS, Juan JC
    • Journal: Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry
    • Volume: 844
    • Issue:
    • Pages: 59-66
    • Year: 2019
  • Paper Title: Differential Pulse and Square-Wave Voltammetry as Sensitive Methods for Electroanalysis Applications
    • Authors: Scholz F, Lange B
    • Journal: Electrochimica Acta
    • Volume: 53
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 475-484
    • Year: 2008