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Dr. Shekhar Kumar

ORCID iD 0000-0003-0993-8292

About

b. 2nd June 1964, B. Tech. Chemical Engg. HBTI, Kanpur 1987. BARC Training School 1989-90 (33rd batch). Ph.D. Chemical Engineering HBNI (2021).Accomplished Outstanding Scientist with extensive expertise in research and development, specialising in equipment and process innovation, thermodynamic modelling, and nuclear materials. Secured two international patents for centrifugal extractor designs and published an application for a US patent, contributing to a robust intellectual property portfolio. Authored 83 SCOPUS-indexed journal papers and approximately 350 research publications, showcasing a commitment to advancing scientific knowledge. Demonstrated exceptional leadership as Scientific Officer/Engineer C to H by managing multidisciplinary teams, enhancing operational efficiency, and mentoring junior scientists. Proficient in team management, project planning, data analysis, and advanced coding with 41 man-years of FORTRAN experience, 33 man-years of MATLAB expertise, and 8 man-years of GNU Octane proficiency. Career focus includes driving innovation in scientific research while fostering collaborative environments to achieve impactful results.
He has several awards to his credit-
• Chosen Member Technical Committee, International Solvent Extraction Conference 2008 (ISEC-2008)
• DAE Group Achievement Award-2019
• DAE Group Achievement Award-2015
• DAE Science and Technology Award 2006 (Medal + Rs. 1 lakh)
• INDIAN NUCLEAR SOCIETY GOLDMEDAL 2004 (Medal + Rs. 10000)
• Spokesperson for Reprocessing at DAE-Collective Vision for Future 2004.
• Many Best paper awards at conferences.
He is a Fellow of Institute of Engineers (India), Fellow-elect of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers, Member American Institute of Chemical Engineers, Affiliate Member of Royal Society of Chemistry (London), Member of Indian Nuclear Society and Member of Thermophysical Society of India.

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