Dr. Gnanasekaran Dhorali | Green Insulating Materials | Best Researcher Award

Scientific Officer at Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) | India

Dr. Dhorali Gnanasekaran serves as Scientific Officer – Grade 4 at the Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), Bengaluru, India, where he leads pioneering research on biodegradable insulating fluids and polymer nanocomposites for the power sector. Holding M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. degrees in Chemistry and Polymer Chemistry, he completed postdoctoral research at the University of Pretoria, South Africa. His scientific contributions center on sustainable materials-specifically, green insulating fluids derived from non-edible vegetable oils and biodegradable polymers for dielectric applications. Dr. Gnanasekaran has authored two books, edited one, contributed seven book chapters, holds one granted Indian patent, and has published 22 peer-reviewed papers in globally recognized journals such as IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, Polymer International, and Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy. His work has garnered 378 citations, a Scopus h-index of 9, underscoring his influence in polymer and dielectric research. Recognized with the Best Researcher Award by the Ministry of Power (CPRI Management), his innovations have reached commercialization stage (TRL-6). His focus on computational modeling, eco-friendly transformer fluids, and polymer nanostructures reflects a commitment to advancing sustainable energy materials.

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Featured Publications

Gnanasekaran, D., Madhavan, K., & Reddy, B. S. R. (2009). Developments of polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (POSS), POSS nanocomposites and their applications: A review. Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research, 68(6), 437–464. Cited by: 249

Gnanasekaran, D., & Chavidi, V. P. (2017). Vegetable oil based bio-lubricants and transformer fluids: Applications in power plants. Singapore: Springer Nature. Cited by: 62

Sadiku, E. R., Reddy, A. B., Gnanasekaran, D., Oboirien, B., Aderibigbe, B. A., & Ibrahim, I. D. (2016). Nanostructured polymer blends for gas/vapor barrier and dielectric applications. In Design and applications of nanostructured polymer blends and nanocomposite systems (pp. 239–259). Elsevier. Cited by: 44

Gnanasekaran, D., Walter, P. A., Parveen, A. A., & Reddy, B. S. R. (2013). Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane-based fluoroimide-containing poly(urethane-imide) hybrid membranes: Synthesis, characterization and gas-transport properties. Separation and Purification Technology, 111, 108–118. Cited by: 38

Gnanasekaran, D., Shanavas, A., Focke, W. W., & Sadiku, R. (2015). Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane/polyamide bio-nanocomposite membranes: Structure–gas transport properties. RSC Advances, 5(15), 11272–11283. Cited by: 32

Prof. Dr. Chengbo Gu | Green Materials | Best Researcher Award

Doctoral Supervisor at Northeast Forestry University, China.

🌟 Chengbo Gu is a distinguished professor, doctoral supervisor, and vice director at the Engineering Research Center of Forest Bio-Preparation, Ministry of Education, China, based at Northeast Forestry University. With a Ph.D. in Science from China Agricultural University and postdoctoral experience at Zhejiang Hisun Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Prof. Gu has been a pioneer in the fields of forest plant resource development, ecological applications, and soil remediation. His contributions include leading over 10 major research projects, publishing 65 SCI-indexed papers, and authoring two monographs. 🌿 His groundbreaking work has been honored with two Heilongjiang Provincial Science and Technology First Prizes and three Liangxi Forestry Science and Technology Awards. As a visiting scholar at the University of California, Davis, he has also contributed to international research collaborations, significantly advancing forestry and environmental science.

Professional Profiles

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Education

🎓 Prof. Chengbo Gu completed his bachelor’s degree at China Agricultural University, majoring in biosynthesis and plant resource utilization. He pursued a Ph.D. in Science from the same institution, focusing on plant metabolic regulation and ecological applications. 🌍 Furthering his expertise, he completed postdoctoral research at Zhejiang Hisun Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., investigating the interactions between medicinal plants and microorganisms. Additionally, his academic journey included a prestigious visiting scholar position at the University of California, Davis, where he collaborated on international research projects. His education has provided a solid foundation for his impactful contributions to science and technology.

Work Experience

💼 Prof. Gu’s career spans academia, research, and industry collaborations. As vice director at the Engineering Research Center of Forest Bio-Preparation, he has spearheaded numerous projects focusing on ecological innovation. He has guided more than 10 research projects, including studies on the effects of endophytic fungi in enhancing soil remediation. 🌱 Prof. Gu has also collaborated with industries like Daxing’anling Chaoyue Wild Berry Development Co., Ltd., contributing to sustainable resource extraction and high-value applications. His role as a reviewer for prestigious journals like Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry highlights his expertise in biosynthesis and ecological research.

Award and Honors🏅

🏆 Prof. Chengbo Gu’s exceptional contributions have been recognized with two Heilongjiang Provincial Science and Technology First Prizes and three Liangxi Forestry Science and Technology Awards. His pioneering research on forest plant biosynthesis and remediation technologies has transformed both academic and industrial practices. 🌟 He has also received accolades for his educational impact, mentoring over 40 doctoral and master’s students. His international collaborations and innovative patents further underscore his role as a leader in forestry and ecological sciences.

Research Focus 🔍

🔬 Prof. Gu’s research emphasizes biosynthesis, regulation, and quality control of natural active ingredients in forest plants. His work delves into the growth and metabolic pathways of medicinal plants, environmental remediation, and the ecological applications of secondary metabolites. 🌿 His studies have led to advancements in agriculture, forestry, and medicine, including innovative techniques for the remediation of heavy metal-contaminated soils. His groundbreaking research bridges the gap between science and sustainable development, contributing to global challenges such as soil contamination and industrial sustainability.

Conclusion

Prof. Chengbo Gu exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding researcher, blending innovative scientific inquiry with practical applications in forest bio-preparation and ecological research. His significant contributions to soil remediation, plant resource utilization, and medicinal applications position him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. By further enhancing international collaborations, broadening the impact of his work, and deepening public engagement, Prof. Gu has the potential to amplify his already impressive contributions to science and society.

Publications to Noted

Potential of pigeon pea [Cajanus cajan (L.) Millsp.] associated with endophytic bacterium Bacillus cereus PEB-9 to remediate cadmium-contaminated soil

Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials

Year: 2025

Contributors: Xuexia Gao, Binbin Li, Xiaohan Yuan, Yajing Yang, Min Lv, Zhishang Zhu, Jinfeng Song, Chengbo Gu

6PPD-quinone degradation by unactivated peroxymonosulfate via direct oxidation and enhanced generation of 1O2

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2025

Contributors: Haibin Yu, Nannan Wu, Zhenzhen Liu, Huiyu Zhao, Shanshan Di, Zhiwei Wang, Chengbo Gu, Xinquan Wang, Peipei Qi

Study on the Enantioselective Separation, Dissipation, and Residue of Chiral Fenpropathrin in Vegetables by Supercritical Fluid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (SFC-MS/MS)

Journal: Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry

Year: 2024

Contributors: Linnan Wang, Xinquan Wang, Hongyu Liu, Zhiwei Wang, Peipei Qi, Huiyu Zhao, Zhenzhen Liu, Chengbo Gu, Shanshan Di

Fusarium solani G6, a novel vitexin-producing endophytic fungus: characterization, yield improvement and osteoblastic proliferation activity

Journal: Biotechnology Letters

Year: 2021

Contributors: Pei-jia Tang, Zhi-hui Zhang, Li-li Niu, Cheng-bo Gu, Wen-yi Zheng, Hai-chao Cui, Xiao-han Yuan

Characterization, culture medium optimization and antioxidant activity of an endophytic vitexin-producing fungus Dichotomopilus funicola Y3 from pigeon pea [Cajanus cajan (L.) Millsp.]

Journal: Journal of Applied Microbiology

Year: 2018

Contributors: C.B. Gu, H. Ma, W.J. Ning, L.L. Niu, H.Y. Han, X.H. Yuan, Y.J. Fu