Senior Assistant Professor Faculty of Science, Atmiya University, Bharat.
Brief Profile
* Senior Assistant Professor, Atmiya University, Rajkot, Gujarat, Bharat.
* 14+ years of academic experience in higher education, research, mentoring, and institutional development.
* Recognized Ph.D. Guide and active member of Boards of Studies at Atmiya University and Saurashtra University.
* Holds multidisciplinary qualifications, including Ph.D. in Chemistry, M.Sc. Industrial Chemistry, MBA (TQM), B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry, B.Ed., Diplomas in Shreemad Bhagavad Gita and Ayurved Literature, and number of certifications in Sustainability and Project Management.
* Member Secretary of the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Cell, Atmiya University.
* SDG Coordinator actively involved in mapping institutional activities with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
* Guided 80+ research projects and dissertations across multidisciplinary domains.
* Author, editor, and contributor to 18+ research publications, books, and book chapters.
* Research interests include Green Chemistry, Sustainable Science, Renewable Energy, Environmental Sustainability, and Indian Knowledge Systems.
* Co-editor of the book series "Sustainability: Transformative Journey Towards Harmony."
* Contributor to research and publications on green technologies, sustainable energy, bioethanol production, e-waste management, and ancient Indian sustainable practices.
* Completed international certifications in Renewable Energy and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
* Coordinator and organizer of several national and international events related to sustainability, climate action, and value-based education.
* Actively promotes Green Campus initiatives, sustainable lifestyles, and ecological responsibility among students and faculty.
* Associated with Jeevan Vidya Parivar for more than a decade, integrating Universal Human Values with education.
* Contributor to the development of value-based and transformative education practices aligned with NEP-2020.
* Member of the Vande Bharatam Contingent (Republic Day Parade 2023), representing the spirit of India's rich cultural heritage at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, during the Republic Day celebrations organized by the Ministry of Defence, Government of India.
* Lead delegation in the 11th International SPIC MACAY Convention (2026) held at IIT Kharagpur, experiencing and promoting the Gurukul system of education, Indian classical arts, sustainability-oriented living, and Indian Knowledge Systems.
* Recognition associated with the Kirloskar Vasundhara Green Campus Clean Campus Awards.
* Co-creator of the Rajkot Smart City Proposal, contributing towards sustainable urban development.
* Delivered expert lectures and faculty development programs on technology integration, academic writing, and educational innovation.
* Passionate advocate of Green Campus Development, Sustainability in Education, Indian Knowledge Systems, and Holistic Human Development.
Areas of Expertise
* Green Campus and Sustainability * Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) * Environmental Awareness and Climate Action * Green Chemistry and Sustainable Science * Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) * Universal Human Values and Jeevanvidya * Quality Management and Academic Leadership * Transformative and Value-Based Education * Outcome-Based Education and NEP-2020 Implementation