Mrs. Pragati Awasthi

Mrs. Pragati Awasthi
Visiting Faculty – Department of Management Studies
Specialization-Environmental Engineering, Science and Management & waste management

 

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Profile Summary

Mrs. Pragati Awasthi is a dedicated academician with over 20 years of teaching experience in higher technical education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering from Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum and Technology (RGIPT), Jais. She holds an M.Tech. in Environmental Engineering from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT), Prayagraj, and an M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences from the University of Lucknow.Alongside her role as Assistant Professor in a reputed engineering institution, she serves as Visiting Faculty in the BMS (Aviation Services and Air Cargo) programme at RGNAU. Ms. Awasthi is a dynamic educator, committed to inspiring students through interactive teaching and impactful environmental programs.Her academic interests span sustainability, aviation and environment, waste management, biomedical waste, water and wastewater treatment, renewable energy, and bio-composites.

Academic Qualifications

  • Ph.D. (Pursuing): Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, RGIPT, Jais

  • M.Tech.: Environmental Engineering, MNNIT, Prayagraj

  • M.Sc.: Environmental Sciences, University of Lucknow

Research Areas

  • Industrial wastewater treatment through adsorption using organic waste

  • Membrane technology and hybrid membrane systems in wastewater treatment

  • Bio-medical waste management in healthcare centers

  • Sustainable logistics and renewable energy applications

Faculty Development Programmes / Workshops

  • Plastic Waste Management – IIT Kharagpur (NPTEL, MHRD funded)

  • Non-Conventional Energy Resources – IIT Madras (NPTEL, MHRD funded)

  • Indian Knowledge System – AICTE

Professional Skills & Contributions

  • Extensive experience in academic and administrative roles including Examination Cell, Admission Cell, Women Harassment Reform Cell, and student activities.

  • Organizer of institutional events such as UP Government Plantation Drives, Industrial Visits, and Awareness Campaigns.

  • Expertise in modern teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement and performance.

  • Strong commitment to continuous research and professional development.