Shefali Srivastava | SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Shefali Srivastava – SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION – Women Researcher Award

Christ Deemed to be University, Bangalore | India

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📍Current Position

Dr. Shefali Srivastava currently holds the position of Assistant Professor at Christ Deemed to be University, Bangalore, where she actively contributes to the academic development of her students and the university’s research agenda. She also serves as a Senior Project Scientist at the Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, focusing on cutting-edge research that bridges the gap between industry and academia. Additionally, she has been a Post-Doctoral Research Associate at IIT New Delhi, furthering her research in healthcare and management.

 

📝Publication Achievements 

Dr. Srivastava has authored numerous high-impact publications in Scopus-indexed journals. Her recent works include studies on consumerism in food waste management, circularity in manufacturing supply chains, and post-pandemic supply chain resilience. These papers reflect her commitment to addressing contemporary challenges in global industries. Notable publications include: “Understanding Consumerism in Food Waste Management” (2024) – British Food Journal. “Circularity in Manufacturing Supply Chain Operations” (2024) – Business Strategy and Environment. “A Triple Helix Framework for Strategy Development in Circular Textile and Clothing Supply Chain” (2022) – Journal of Cleaner Production.

🔍Ongoing Research 

Dr. Srivastava’s ongoing research focuses on the integration of Industry 5.0 technologies, artificial intelligence, and circular economy practices into sustainable manufacturing and healthcare management. Her upcoming publications promise to deliver new insights into the decarbonization of supply chains and the digitization of food supply systems.

 

🔬Research Interests 

Dr. Srivastava’s research interests reflect her interdisciplinary approach to solving real-world problems. Her areas of interest include: Circular Economy, Sustainable Operations, Industry 4.0 and 5.0, Value Co-Creation, Supply Chain Resilience, Healthcare Service Management.

🎓Academic Background 

Dr. Srivastava completed her Doctor of Philosophy from the ABV-Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management, Gwalior, with her thesis focusing on Exploring Patient-Centricity in Healthcare Service Delivery. She also holds an MBA from MMT University, Noida, and a B.Sc. from CSJM University, Kanpur.

🏆Scholarships and Awards 

Dr. Srivastava’s academic excellence is recognized through various prestigious awards:, University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test for Lectureship (2013), Junior and Senior Research Fellowships awarded by India’s Ministry of Human Resource Development (2014-2018), Best Paper Award by Emerald Publishers (2016), Highly Commended Paper – Literati Awards (2020), P-ranking List of Top 500 Authors in South Asia in Business and Management (2023)

🧬Bioinformatics 

As a researcher deeply engaged in bioinformatics, Dr. Srivastava leverages advanced analytical tools to support her work. She is proficient in Gephi, BibExcel, SPSS, AMOS, PLS-SEM, NVivo, and MS-Office, which enable her to conduct complex data analyses, particularly in circular economies, sustainable operations, and healthcare systems.

🌐Professional Associations 

Dr. Srivastava is actively involved in several professional organizations, reflecting her commitment to knowledge dissemination and global collaboration: Chairperson of MBA Healthcare Management (An international course affiliated with RUDN University, Russia), Joint Editor of the Asia Pacific Journal of Management Research and Innovation (Sage Publications)

 📚Training & Workshops 

Dr. Srivastava has actively participated in and organized various training programs and workshops, such as: Design Thinking FDP at Christ Deemed to be University, Bangalore (2023), Structural Equation Modeling workshop at Banaras Hindu University (2017)

 🎤Oral Presentations and🗣️Thought Leadership 

Dr. Srivastava has presented her research at numerous national and international conferences. Some of her notable presentations include: “Adoption of Industry 5.0 and Its Impact on Sustainable Manufacturing” at the 8th International Conference on Sustainability and Management Strategy (2023), “Enhancing Customer Engagement in the Automotive Industry” at the 3rd PRITAM Singh Memorial Conference (2023)

🧑‍🔬Tasks Completed as a Researcher 

Throughout her academic career, Dr. Srivastava has undertaken significant tasks, including managing large-scale research projects, mentoring students, and collaborating on interdisciplinary studies. Her work focuses on creating frameworks for sustainable business models and improving healthcare service delivery systems.

🚀Success Factors 

Dr. Srivastava attributes her success to her effective communication skills, optimism, result-oriented mindset, and dedication to research. Her proactive approach to challenges has allowed her to excel in both teaching and research.

🧪Publications & Laboratory Experience

Dr. Srivastava has extensive experience in conducting laboratory research and applying her findings to real-world business and healthcare systems. Her publications in top-tier journals highlight her ability to translate theoretical knowledge into practical solutions.

🔍 Conclusion

Dr. Shefali Srivastava is a highly accomplished academic and researcher, with a strong foundation in management, healthcare, and circular economy. Her diverse career spanning roles such as Assistant Professor and Senior Project Scientist at prestigious institutions, coupled with her dedication to advancing research in sustainable operations and supply chain management, showcases her invaluable contributions to academia

📚Publications

Mindfully fashioned: Sustaining style through product value retention

      Authors: Srivastava, S., Dwivedi, A., Mangla, S.K., Dey, B.L., Koufopoulos, D.N.

     Journal: Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services,

     

Digital twins’ readiness and its impacts on supply chain transparency and sustainable performance

     Authors: Patil, A., Srivastava, S., Paul, S.K., Dwivedi, A.

     Journal: Industrial Management and Data Systems,

 

Circular supply chains in manufacturing—Quo vadis? Accomplishments, challenges and future opportunities

     Authors: Bhattacharya, A., Srivastava, S., Majumdar, A.

     Journal: Business Strategy and the Environment, 

 

Food wastage and consumerism in circular economy: a review and research directions

     Authors: Agarwal, A., Srivastava, S., Gupta, A., Singh, G.

     Journal: British Food Journal,

Shaping sustainable paths for perishable food supply chains – contemporary insights and future prospects

      Authors:  Shetty, L., Srivastava, S., Dwivedi, A., Pamucar, D., Patil, A.

      Journal: Environment, Development and Sustainability

 

Fatemeh Pourhossein Alamdari | Circular economy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fatemeh Pourhossein Alamdari – Circular economy – Best Researcher Award

Coventry university  | United Kingdom

Author Profile 

Early Academic Pursuits 🎓

Education and Training

Her journey into the field of bioengineering and biotechnology began with a strong foundation in chemical engineering and biotechnology. She earned her Ph.D. in chemical engineering-biotechnology from Tarbiat Modares University (TMU), Iran, in 2020. Her doctoral research focused on metal recovery from LED waste, which won her accolades for its innovative approach and significant contributions to the field. During her Ph.D., she secured funding from various grants, enabling her to conduct research at Università Politechnica delle Marche, Italy, where she gained insights into sustainable metal bio-recycling..

 Professional Endeavors 💼

Academic Positions

Upon completing her Ph.D., she held post-doctoral research positions at TMU from 2020 to 2023. During this period, she led several impactful projects on e-waste bioleaching. In 2023, she joined Coventry University’s Centre for Health and Life Science as a Research Fellow in Bioengineering and Biotechnology. Her role involves supervising M.Sc. and Ph.D. projects focused on optimizing metal bio-extraction from discarded electronics, reflecting her commitment to advancing sustainable waste management solutions

Contributions and Research Focus on Circular economy 📚

  • she has made significant contributions to the field of bioengineering and biotechnology, particularly in metals bioleaching from e-waste. Her expertise spans microbiology, biotechnology, chemistry, and biochemistry. She has been involved in numerous research projects, some of which include:
    1. Bioleaching of heavy and precious metals from LED lamps waste (2018): This Ph.D. research project was funded by INSF and BDCI.
    2. Rapid and selective bio-dissolution of gold from printed circuit boards waste (2022): A post-doctoral research project funded by INSF.
    3. Evaluation of bio-dissolution mechanism of REEs (Nd and Pr) from LED waste (2023): A Master’s project.
    4. Biological leaching of valuable metals from electronic waste using biochar (2018): A Master’s project.
    5. Bacterial leaching of zinc and manganese from spent button cells (2017): A Master’s project.
    6. Bioleaching of indium from Cell Phones Touchscreens (2016): A Master’s project.

    Currently, she is working on two major projects:

    1. Extraction of heavy metals from incinerated bottom ash by bioleaching process (EBNET).
    2. Bioleaching of cobalt, nickel, cerium, and lanthanum from the cathode of spent nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries (Ni-MH).

Accolades and Recognition 🏆

Her work has earned her significant recognition in the scientific community. She has published numerous articles in high-impact journals, with a citation index of 470 and an h-index of 11. Some of her notable publications include:

  1. Investigating the acidophilic microbial community’s adaptation for enhancement indium bioleaching from high pulp density shredded discarded LCD panels (2024).
  2. Improvement of gold bioleaching extraction from waste telecommunication printed circuit boards using biogenic thiosulfate by Acidithiobacillus thiooxidans (2023).
  3. Bioleaching of indium from spent light-emitting diode monitors and selective recovery followed by solvent extraction (2023).
  4. A novel rapid and selective microbially thiosulfate bioleaching of precious metals from discarded telecommunication printed circuited boards (TPCBs) (2022).
  5. Innovative bio-acid leaching method for high recovery of critical metals from end-of-life light emitting diodes (2022).

 Impact and Influence 🌍

Community Impact

Her research has had a profound impact on the field of bioleaching and e-waste management. Her work on sustainable metal bio-recycling has contributed to the development of environmentally friendly and cost-effective methods for metal recovery. Her research projects have not only advanced scientific knowledge but also provided practical solutions for managing electronic waste, which is a growing environmental concern.

 Legacy and Future Contributions 🔮

    • Her dedication to research and innovation ensures that her contributions will have a lasting impact on the field of bioengineering and biotechnology. Her ongoing projects and future research endeavors aim to further enhance sustainable practices in waste management and resource recovery. As a mentor and supervisor to M.Sc. and Ph.D. students, she is also shaping the next generation of scientists and researchers in this critical field.

Citations

Citations    444

h-index      11

i10-index    11

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