Driving Innovation for Sustainability and Global Progress
Dr. Rajnish Kumar
Dr. Rajnish Kumar is a pioneering leader in sustainable energy and environmental engineering, serving as Professor of Chemical Engineering and Head of the School of Sustainability at IIT Madras. His work at the intersection of clean energy, carbon management, and water purification is shaping the future of sustainable resource use and advancing the frontiers of chemical engineering. As head of the School of Sustainability, Dr. Kumar leads visionary initiatives focused on solving global challenges in sustainability through multidisciplinary research, fostering collaboration across science, technology, and policy. His research on natural gas hydrates, carbon dioxide capture, methane, and hydrogen storage materials, and hydrothermal biofuel production has established him as a global authority in both industrial and academic spheres. Dr. Kumar’s transformative impact in his field is recognized through numerous honors, including the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award (2022) and recognition as a Highly Cited Researcher in Engineering (2018). His pioneering achievements in methane recovery, hydrate inhibition, and hydrate-based water purification have led to over 120+ high-impact publications and patents, with frequent invitations to speak at international conferences. With a deep commitment to addressing the world’s energy and environmental challenges, Dr. Kumar is driving IIT Madras’s School of Sustainability to new heights, creating sustainable technologies that directly benefit industry, society, and the environment.
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Research Outputs
Showcasing achievements in research excellence, promoting sustainable energy practices through transformative scientific contributions
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Our research outputs embody our significant contributions to the field, showcasing impactful findings that drive innovation and advance scientific understanding
Project Scope & Highlights
Engaging in dynamic research projects that drive energy advancements, exploring innovative solutions for sustainable, efficient and future-ready resources
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Awards & Recognition
Our team has honored numerous prestigious awards and recognitions for pioneering research and impactful contributions to gas hydrate science and sustainable energy solutions.
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Highlighting our commitment to driving forward research in gas hydrates and sustainable energy solutions
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