Dr. Parag Thakur
Assistant Professor
Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat (INDIA)
Innovating at the intersection of nanotechnology, energy, and data science
ORCID: 0000-0003-2227-0143Introduction
Dr. Parag Thakur is an Assistant Professor at Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat (INDIA). His research focuses on intensification and sustainable biological processes, nanomaterials applications in process engineering, and data-driven sustainable processes and environmental engineering. He has published 11 journal articles, holds 3 granted patents, contributed to 35 book chapters, authored 2 books (CRC Press), and participated in 37 conference activities. Dr. Thakur is passionate about advancing chemical engineering education and research, and is actively involved in guiding students and organizing academic events.
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Key academic metrics and impact indicators (CV updated 31 July 2026).
- Journal Publications11 (6 SCIE + 5 Scopus)
- Granted Patents3
- Sponsored ProjectsSeed Grant ₹10 Lakh
- Guest Editor2 SCIE Journals
- Authored Books2 (CRC Press)
- Book Chapters35 (Elsevier)
- Google Scholar930 citations · H-index 15
- Scopus710 citations · H-index 13
- PhD Students6 ongoing
- M.Tech Students2 completed · 1 ongoing
- Conference Activities37 total
- Workshops / STTP7 organized · 33 attended
Research at a Glance
A snapshot of Dr. Thakur's academic contributions and professional activities.
Experience
Professional Journey
Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat
Teaching and research in Chemical Engineering Department
Gatishakti Vishwavidyalaya, Vadodara
Visiting faculty appointment
National Institute of Technology, Warangal
Teaching and research responsibilities
Chonnam National University, South Korea
Received an invitation for Postdoctoral Research
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur
Ph.D. research in nanotechnology and process intensification
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai
Research in microreactors and separation processes
Education
Academic Qualifications
Chemical Engineering
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur
Research focused on nanotechnology, process intensification, and sustainable energy solutions
Chemical Engineering
University Institute of Chemical Technology, Jalgaon
Specialized in process design and optimization
Chemical Engineering
University Institute of Chemical Technology, Jalgaon
Comprehensive study of chemical engineering fundamentals and industrial processes
Professional Development
SVNIT, Surat
One week program focusing on educational methodologies and institutional development
NIT, Warangal
International program on nanomaterials and nano-pharmaceuticals production
VNIT, Nagpur
Advanced training in green processing techniques
VNIT, Nagpur
Comprehensive workshop on nanotechnology for sustainable development (Secured A+ Grade)
Research Interests
Exploring innovative solutions in chemical engineering, energy, and data science.
- Intensification and Sustainable Biological Processes
- Nanomaterials Applications in Process Engineering
- Data-Driven Sustainable Processes
- Environmental Engineering