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Navneet Sidhu

University College Dublin, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Punjab Agricultural University, Patil Dabur healthcare

ORCID iD 0009-0006-6283-3165
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About

I am a microbiologist with expertise in biomineralization and Microbially Induced Calcium Carbonate Precipitation (MICCP). My work explores the interactions between microorganisms and minerals to develop sustainable solutions for construction and geotechnical applications.

During my postdoctoral research, I investigated the biostimulation of ureolytic bacteria for calcium carbonate precipitation, with applications in concrete repair and soil stabilization. My doctoral research involved application of urease-producing bacterial strains and Cyanobacteria in enhancing the properties of cementitious materials and marble.

I have also contributed to the development of innovative bacterial carrier materials, including fly ash, metakaolin-based systems, and hydrogels, designed to improve the mechanical strength, durability, and self-healing capacity of concrete.

My long-term vision is to advance microbial-based green technologies that integrate microbiology, materials science, and environmental engineering for sustainable infrastructure development.

Employment

  • University College Dublin Post-doctrate
    2024 - 2024
  • Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Research Fellow
    2018 - 2021
  • Patil Dabur healthcare Assistant Microbiologist
    2016 - 2017

Education

  • Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology PhD
    2017 - 2024
  • Punjab Agricultural University Masters in Science
    2013 - 2016
  • Punjab Agricultural University M.Sc Integrated (Hons.)
    2010 - 2016

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