{"id":1405,"date":"2023-02-22T08:57:19","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T08:57:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.haramaya.edu.et\/hit\/?page_id=1405"},"modified":"2026-03-04T12:46:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T12:46:50","slug":"department-of-chemical-engineering","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.haramaya.edu.et\/hit\/department-of-chemical-engineering\/","title":{"rendered":"Department of Chemical Engineering"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-tabs--label-0\" data-index=\"0\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"fl-tabs--panel-0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\t\t\t\tABOUT\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-tabs--label-1\" data-index=\"1\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-tabs--panel-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\t\t\t\tPROGRAM\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-tabs--label-2\" data-index=\"2\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-tabs--panel-2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\t\t\t\tSTAFF\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-tabs--label-3\" data-index=\"3\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-tabs--panel-3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\t\t\t\tSTUDENT\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-tabs--label-4\" data-index=\"4\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-tabs--panel-4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\t\t\t\tRESEARCH ACTIVITY\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-tabs--label-5\" data-index=\"5\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-tabs--panel-5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\t\t\t\tCOMMUNITY\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-tabs--label-6\" data-index=\"6\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-tabs--panel-6\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\t\t\t\tFACILITY\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-tabs--label-7\" data-index=\"7\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-tabs--panel-7\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\t\t\t\tSYLLABUS\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-tabs--label-8\" data-index=\"8\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-tabs--panel-8\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\t\t\t\tCONTACT\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\tABOUT\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>.<div class=\"fl-builder-content fl-builder-content-934 fl-builder-global-templates-locked\" data-post-id=\"934\"><div class=\"fl-row fl-row-fixed-width fl-row-bg-none fl-node-620411b801e01\" data-node=\"620411b801e01\">\n\t<div class=\"fl-row-content-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"fl-row-content fl-row-fixed-width fl-node-content\">\n\t\t\n<div class=\"fl-col-group fl-node-620411b804e79\" data-node=\"620411b804e79\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"fl-col fl-node-620411b804f79\" data-node=\"620411b804f79\">\n\t<div class=\"fl-col-content fl-node-content\">\n\t<div class=\"fl-module fl-module-wpzabb-heading fl-node-620411b801b84\" data-node=\"620411b801b84\">\n\t<div class=\"fl-module-content fl-node-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wpzabb-module-content wpzabb-heading-wrap wpzabb-heading-align-center \">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"wpzabb-heading\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wpzabb-heading-text\">Background\u00a0<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpzabb-module-content wpzabb-separator-parent\">\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpzabb-separator\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n    \n\t\n\t \n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fl-module fl-module-rich-text fl-node-63f5fdc3e947f\" data-node=\"63f5fdc3e947f\">\n\t<div class=\"fl-module-content fl-node-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"fl-rich-text\">\n\t<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Department of Chemical Engineering was established in 2011 at Haramaya University, offering a five-year undergraduate program leading to a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Chemical Engineering. This program is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of fundamental and interdisciplinary principles relevant to chemical engineering. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for industrial and research environments. Beyond core engineering and scientific courses, students engage in social sciences and humanities subjects to develop a well-rounded skill set. Since its inception, the department has made substantial progress in academic excellence and graduate output. The BSc program has produced graduates who have successfully secured employment in various<br \/>\nindustries, including chemical processing, cement, beverages, sugar, food production, and mineral processing. Additionally, some graduates have pursued academic careers in higher education institutions. The department is also actively engaged in research and consultancy services, aligning with HiT\u2019s mission to address real-world industrial and societal challenges. Many final-year projects focus on solving industry-specific problems, reinforcing the department\u2019s commitment to applied research. Recognizing the evolving demands of the 21st-century education system and industry expectations, the department has recently launched MSc programs in Process Engineering (2021) and Environmental Engineering (2024). Furthermore, to ensure that its undergraduate curriculum meets national and international accreditation standards, the department has undertaken a comprehensive revision of its BSc program, incorporating an outcome-based education framework to align with global best practices and accreditation requirements <\/p>\n<p><strong>Mission: <\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>M1:<\/strong>  Train competent chemical engineering graduates with strong technical expertise, problem solving abilities, and professional ethics to meet the needs of societal and industries.<br \/>\n<strong>M2:<\/strong> Conduct knowledge-generating and problem-solving research in chemical engineering to  develop sustainable processes, optimize resource utilization, and address industrial and societal challenges.<br \/>\n<strong>M3:<\/strong>  Engage in transformative community services by applying chemical engineering principles to promote innovation, sustainability, and interdisciplinary collaboration, contributing to local, national, regional, and global development.<br \/>\n<strong>Vision: <\/strong><br \/>\nThe program aspires to be a leading center of excellence in chemical engineering education, research, and innovation in Eastern Africa by 2030, producing globally competitive graduates who drive sustainable technological advancements and contribute to the region\u2019s industrial growth, while supporting Haramaya University\u2019s goal of becoming one of the top ten universities in Eastern Africa with an international reputation.<br \/>\n<strong>Objective of the programs <\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>PLO 1:<\/strong> Engineering Knowledge \u2013 Apply fundamental principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, biology, economics, and chemical engineering concepts to design, analyze, and optimize processes that are safe, efficient, sustainable, and economically viable for industrial and  societal applications.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 2:<\/strong> Problem Analysis and Investigation \u2013 Identify, formulate, and analyze complex chemical engineering problems using theoretical and experimental approaches, including data analysis, computational techniques, and process control systems.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 3:<\/strong> Process and System Design \u2013 Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes, systems, or equipment by addressing economic, environmental, health, safety, and sustainability constraints, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 4:<\/strong> Modern Engineering Tools \u2013 Use contemporary engineering tools such as simulation software, computational modeling, process control systems, and digital technologies to solve complex chemical engineering problems effectively.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 5:<\/strong> Process Safety, Risk Management, and Ethics \u2013 Apply principles of process safety, hazard identification, risk management, and ethical decision-making to ensure the safe operation of chemical processes while minimizing risks to human health, the environment, and industrial<br \/>\nassets.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 6:<\/strong> Environmental Sustainability and Resource Efficiency \u2013 Develop and implement chemical engineering solutions that enhance environmental sustainability, promote cleaner production, improve resource efficiency, and minimize ecological footprints.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 7:<\/strong> Research, Innovation, and Lifelong Learning \u2013 Conduct research, analyze data, and apply innovative problem-solving strategies to develop sustainable and efficient chemical engineering processes, recognizing the need for ongoing learning to stay current with<br \/>\ntechnological advancements and emerging trends.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 8:<\/strong> Engineering Management and Entrepreneurship \u2013 Apply engineering management principles, including financial and risk assessments, to manage projects and operations in the chemical engineering field, as well as develop entrepreneurial skills to create business ventures and new technologies.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 9:<\/strong> Teamwork, Leadership, and Communication \u2013 Work effectively as an individual and within multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating leadership, collaboration, and communication skills to solve engineering challenges and manage projects.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 10:<\/strong> Professionalism and Social Responsibility \u2013 Uphold ethical principles and professional responsibilities in practice, evaluating the impact of engineering solutions on public health, safety, and society, and ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and  environmental standards.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 11:<\/strong> Communication Skills \u2013 Communicate effectively in both written and oral formats, presenting technical and non-technical information clearly to diverse audiences, including industry professionals, stakeholders, and the general public.<br \/>\n<strong>PLO 12:<\/strong> Industry and Societal Impact \u2013 Assess the broader impacts of chemical engineering practices on industry, society, and the global economy, integrating sustainable  and responsible engineering principles to address contemporary challenges.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/p>\n\t\t\t\tPROGRAM\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Academic Programs<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<p>    <!-- BSc Chemical Engineering --><\/p>\n<li>\n        <strong>BSc in Chemical Engineering<\/strong><br \/>\n        <a href=\"#\">Program Detail<\/a><br \/>\n        &nbsp;|&nbsp;<br \/>\n        <a href=\"#\">Read More<\/a><br \/>\n        <br \/>\n        <small><br \/>\n            <a href=\"#\">Overview of the Curriculum<\/a><br \/>\n        <\/small>\n    <\/li>\n<p>    <!-- MSc Process Engineering --><\/p>\n<li>\n        <strong>MSc in Process Engineering<\/strong><br \/>\n        <a href=\"#\">Program Detail<\/a><br \/>\n        &nbsp;|&nbsp;<br \/>\n        <a href=\"#\">Read More<\/a><br \/>\n        <br \/>\n        <small><br \/>\n            <a href=\"#\">Overview of the Curriculum<\/a><br \/>\n        <\/small>\n    <\/li>\n<p>    <!-- MSc Environmental Engineering --><\/p>\n<li>\n        <strong>MSc in Environmental Engineering<\/strong><br \/>\n        <a href=\"#\">Program Detail<\/a><br \/>\n        &nbsp;|&nbsp;<br \/>\n        <a href=\"#\">Read More<\/a><br \/>\n        <br \/>\n        <small><br \/>\n            <a href=\"#\">Overview of the Curriculum<\/a><br \/>\n        <\/small>\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\tSTAFF\n<h3>\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83c\udfeb Mr. Workisa Bacha<\/h3>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Position:<\/strong> Department Head, Chemical Engineering<\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udcec Contact Address:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\ud83d\udcf1 <strong>Mobile number:<\/strong> <\/li>\n<li>\u260e\ufe0f <strong>Office Number:<\/strong> <\/li>\n<li>\ud83d\udce7 <strong>Email address:<\/strong> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<h3>\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udcbc Mr. Gadisa Kefalew<\/h3>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Position:<\/strong> Chairman, Chemical Engineering<\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udcec Contact Address:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\ud83d\udcf1 <strong>Mobile number:<\/strong> <\/li>\n<li>\u260e\ufe0f <strong>Office Number:<\/strong> <\/li>\n<li>\ud83d\udce7 <strong>Email address:<\/strong> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\tSTUDENT\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Student Summary<\/h2>\n<table border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Category<\/th>\n<th>Count<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Undergraduate<\/td>\n<td>76<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>MSc Students<\/td>\n<td>0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>PhD Students<\/td>\n<td>0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>76<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t\t\tRESEARCH ACTIVITY\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>List of publication <\/strong><br \/>\nJayakumar, M., Karmegam, N., Gundupalli, M.P., Gebeyehu, K.B., Asfaw, B.T., Chang, S.W., Ravindran, B. and Awasthi, M.K. Heterogeneous base catalysts: Synthesis and application for biodiesel production\u2013A review. Bioresource Technology, 2021, 331, p.125054. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.biortech.2021.125054 (IF: 9.7)<br \/>\nTesfaye Kassaw Bedru, Workisa Bacha Garuma, and Beteley Tekola Meshesha. A preliminary investigation of banana pseudo-stem (Musa cavendish) for pulp and paper production: morphology, chemical composition,FTIR, XRD and thermogravimetric analysis, Nordic Pulp and Paper Research Journal, 2024, 39, 4, 553-562. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1515\/npprj-2024-0043<br \/>\nKarmegam, N., Jayakumar, M., Govarthanan, M., Kumar, P., Ravindran, B. and Biruntha, M. Precomposting and green manure amendment for effective vermitransformation of hazardous coir industrial waste into enriched vermicompost. Bioresource Technology, 2021, 319, 124136.<br \/>\nDOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.biortech.2020.124136 (IF: 9.7)<br \/>\nHirpha Adugna Areti, Abdisa Jabesa, Bulcha Jifara Daba, Duromsa Jibril, Response surface method based parametric optimization of Cr (VI) removal from tannery wastewater using a mixed banana peel and corn cob activated carbon: Kinetic and isotherm modeling studies, Bio resource Technology Reports, 2024, 59, 104977.<br \/>\nDOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.biteb.2023.101381 (IF: 6.3)<br \/>\nChozhavendhan, S., Rajamehala, M., Karthigadevi, G., Kumar, R.P., Bharathiraja, B. and Jayakumar, M. Application of nanotechnology for the sustainable development of algal biofuel industries. Nanomaterials, 2021, 401-410. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/B978-0-12-822401-4.00006-4<br \/>\nJayakumar, M., Abdi Nemera Emana, Subbaiya, R., Ponraj, M., Kumar, K.K.A., Muthusamy, G., Kim, W. and Karmegam, N. Detoxification of coir pith through refined vermicomposting engaging Eudrilus eugeniae. Chemosphere, 2022, 291, 132675. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.chemosphere.2021.132675 (IF: 8.1)<br \/>\nBulcha Jifara Daba and Sintayehu Mekuria Hailegiorgis Co-firing pellet of torrefied corncob and khat stem mixture with coal on combustion efficiency and parametric optimization, Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, 2023, 148, 3861\u20133873. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s10973-023-12004-8 (IF: 3.2)<br \/>\nSathendra, E.R., Praveenkumar, R., Gurunathan, B., Chozhavendhan, S. and Jayakumar, M. Refining lignocellulose of second-generation biomass waste for bioethanol production. Biofuels and bioenergy 2022, 87-110.<br \/>\nDOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/B978-0-323-85269-2.00016-2<br \/>\nChozhavendhan, S., Karthigadevi, G., Praveenkumar, R., Aniskumar, M., Jayakumar, M. and Gurunathan, B. Potentials and challenges in biodiesel production from algae\u2014technological outlook, Biofuels and bioenergy. 2022, 183-203. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/B978-0-323-85269-2.00014-9<br \/>\nJayakumar, M., Vaithilingam, S.K., Karmegam, N., Kaleab Bizuneh Gebeyehu, Boobalan, M.S. and Gurunathan, B. Fermentation technology for ethanol production: current trends and challenges. Biofuels and bioenergy. 2022, 105-131. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/B978-0-323-90040-9.00015-1<br \/>\nGetachew Alemu Tenkolu, Kumsa Delessa Kuffi and Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba. Optimization of fermentation condition in bioethanol production from waste potato and product characterization, Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, 2024, 14, 5205\u20135223. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s13399-022-02974-4 (IF: 3.7)<br \/>\nJayakumar, M., Kaleab Bizuneh Gebeyehu, Selvakumar, K.V., Parvathy, S., Kim, W. and Karmegam, N. Waste Ox bone based heterogeneous catalyst synthesis, characterization, utilization and reaction kinetics of biodiesel generation from Jatropha curcas oil. Chemosphere,<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.chemosphere.2021.132534 (IF: 8.1) 2022, 288, 132534. DOI: Abdisa Jabesa and Pallab Ghosh. Oxidation of bisphenol-A by ozone microbubbles: Effects of operational parameters and kinetics study. Environmental Technology &#038; Innovation. 2022, 26, 102271. DOI:<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.eti.2022.102271<br \/>\nSelvakumar, P., Adane, A.A., Zelalem, T., Hunegnaw, B.M., Karthik, V., Kavitha, S., Jayakumar, M., Karmegam, N., Govarthanan, M. and Kim, W. Optimization of binary acids pretreatment of corncob biomass for enhanced recovery of cellulose to produce bioethanol. Fuel, 2022, 321, 124060.<br \/>\nDOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.fuel.2022.124060 (IF: 6.7)<br \/>\nBelete Tessema Asfaw, Gari, M.T., Jeyapaul, A.S., Jayakumar, M. and Baskar, G. Volarization of agro farm yard waste into bioenergy: present state and future directions. Biofuels and Bioenergy. 2025, 173-201. Elsevier Science Ltd. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/B978-0-443-29254-5.00008-4<br \/>\nJayakumar, M. Recent Developments in the Field of Supercapacitor Materials. Multidimensional Nanomaterials for Supercapacitors: Next Generation Energy Storage. 2024, 284-302. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2174\/97898152234081240101<br \/>\nKasirajan, R., Jayakumar, M. and Baskar, G. Conversion of food waste to valuable biofuels: modern tendency, process enhancement, and scientific challenges. In Biofuels and Bioenergy. 2025, 147-172. Elsevier Science Ltd. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/B978-0-443-29254-5.00007-2<br \/>\nDhanasekar, S., Stella, T.J., Thenmozhi, A., Bharathi, N.D., Thiyagarajan, K., Singh, P., Reddy, Y.S., Srinivas, G. and Jayakumar, M., Study of polymer matrix composites for electronics applications. Journal of Nanomaterials, 2022, 8605099. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1155\/2022\/8605099<br \/>\nSurendrababu, K., Muthurajan, K.G., Prabhahar, M., Prakash, S., Saravana Kumar, M. and Jayakumar, M. Performance, emission, and study of DI diesel engine running on pumpkin seed oil methyl ester with the effect of copper oxide nanoparticles as an additive. Nanomaterials, 2022, 3800528.<br \/>\nDOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1155\/2022\/3800528<br \/>\nKasirajan, R., Jiru, E.B., Girma, E., Ancha, V.R., Sadasivam, S., Jayakumar, M. and Manivasagan, R. Synthesis of Bio-based oxides nano-composites catalyst from croton macrostachyus leaves for biodiesel production from croton macrostachyus seed oil. Fuel, 2022, 325, 124900.<br \/>\nDOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.fuel.2022.124900 (IF: 6.7)<br \/>\nMewada, S., Saroliya, A., Chandramouli, N., Kumar, T.R., Lakshmi, M., Mary, S.S.C. and Jayakumar, M. Smart diagnostic expert system for defect in forging process by using machine learning process. Nanomaterials, 2022, 1,  2567194. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1155\/2022\/2567194<br \/>\nMelkiyas Diriba Muleta, R. Ramesh, Hunegnaw Baylie Mengistie, Adhigan Murali and Peddy Prasad D.M. Methanolysis of avocado peel oil using heterogeneous catalyst enhanced by microwave heating and parametric optimization, Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects, 2023, 45, 2, 4414\u20134431. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1080\/15567036.2023.2202623 (IF: 2.4)<br \/>\nThambiyapillai, S., Ramanujam, M. and Mani, J., Optimizing the Polystyrene Catalytic Cracking Process Using Response Surface Methodology. Light Weight Materials: Processing and Characterization, 2022. 111-142. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1002\/9781119887669.ch5<br \/>\nBerhanu Refera, Deribachew Bekana, Ayalew Temesgen, Endale Teju, Abdisa Jabessa. Bioinspired gold nanoparticles-based colorimetric nanosensor for detection of antimony in plastic bottled water. Research on Chemical Intermediates. 2023, 49, 7, 3227-3244. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s11164<br \/>\n023-05037<br \/>\nGundupalli, M.P., Gundupalli, S.P., Thomas, A.S.S., Jayakumar, M., Bhattacharyya, D. and Gurunathan,B., Hydrothermal liquefaction of lignocellulosic biomass for production of biooil and by-products: current state of the art and challenges. Biofuels and bioenergy, 2022, 61-84. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/B978-0-323-85269-2.00001-0<br \/>\nChozhavendhan, S., Karthigadevi, G., Bharathiraja, B., Kumar, R.P., Abo, L.D., Prabhu, S.V., Balachandar, R. and Jayakumar, M., 2023. Current and prognostic overview on the strategic exploitation of anaerobic digestion and digestate: A review. Environmental research, 216, p.114526.<br \/>\nDOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.envres.2022.114526 IF: 7.7)<br \/>\nAshine, F., Kiflie, Z., Prabhu, S.V., Tizazu, B.Z., Varadharajan, V., Rajasimman, M., Joo, S.W., Vasseghian, Y. and Jayakumar, M.,. Biodiesel production from Argemone mexicana oil using chicken eggshell derived CaO catalyst. Fuel, 2023, 332, 126166. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.fuel.2022.126166 (IF: 6.7)<br \/>\nGadissa Tokuma Gindaba, Hundessa Dessaleng Demsash and Mani Jayakumar.  Green synthesis, characterization, and application of metal oxide nanoparticles for mercury removal from aqueous solution, Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2022, 195, DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s10661<br \/>\n022-10586-8 (IF: 3.1)<br \/>\nGebremariam, E.C., Malede, Y.C., Prabhu, S.V., Varadharajan, V., Manivannan, S., Jayakumar, M. and Gurunathan, B., 2023. Development of bio-based adhesive using tannery shaving dust: Process optimization using statistical and artificial intelligence techniques. Bioresource Technology Reports, 22,<br \/>\np.101413. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.biteb.2023.101413<br \/>\nZinet Adem, Deribachew Bekana, Ayalew Temesgen, Endale Teju, Meseret Amde, Abdisa Jabesa. Plasmon-based colorimetric assay using green synthesized gold nanoparticles for the detection of bisphenol A. Analytical Sciences. 2024, 40, 4, 671-679. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s44211-023<br \/>\n00500-8.<br \/>\nZena, Y., Periyasamy, S., Tesfaye, M., Tumsa, Z., Jayakumar M., Mohamed, B.A., Asaithambi, P. and Aminabhavi, T.M., 2023. Essential characteristics improvement of metallic nanoparticles loaded carbohydrate polymeric films-A review. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 242,<br \/>\np.124803. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.ijbiomac.2023.124803 (IF: 7.7)<br \/>\nTesfaye Gari, M., Tessema Asfaw, B., Arumugasamy, S.K., Lata Deso Abo, and Jayakumar, M., 2023. Natural resources-based activated carbon synthesis. In Encyclopedia of Green Materials (pp. 1-11). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/978-981-16-4921-9_275-1<br \/>\nJayakumar, M., Kaleab Bizuneh Gebeyehu, Lata Deso Abo, Tadesse, A.W., Vivekanandan, B., Sundramurthy, V.P. Workisa Bacha, Ashokkumar, V. and Baskar, G., 2023. A comprehensive outlook on topical processing methods for biofuel production and its thermal applications: Current advances,<br \/>\nsustainability and challenges. Fuel, 349, p.128690.  DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.fuel.2023.128690 (IF: 6.7)<br \/>\nJayakumar, M., Abas Siraj Hamda, Lata Deso Abo, Bulcha Jifara Daba, Prabhu, S.V., Rangaraju, M., Jabesa, A., Periyasamy, S., Suresh, S. and Baskar, G., 2023. Comprehensive review on lignocellulosic biomass derived biochar production, characterization, utilization and applications. Chemosphere, p.140515.  DOI:<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.chemosphere.2023.140515 (IF: 8.1)<br \/>\nVenkatesa Prabhu, S., Jayakumar, M., Varadharajan, V., Gokulakrishnan, S.A. and Manivannan, S., 2023.Contemporary Approaches for Biochar Production from Agro-Waste and Its Current and Prognostic Applications in Environment Health. In Agricultural Waste to Value-Added Products: Technical, Economic<br \/>\nand Sustainable Aspects (pp. 239-254). 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Influencing factors and environmental feasibility analysis of agricultural waste preprocessing routes towards biofuel production\u2013A review. Biomass and Bioenergy, 180, p.107001. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.biombioe.2023.107001 (IF: 5.8)<br \/>\nJayakumar, M., Thiyagar, T., Lata Deso Abo, Arumugasamy, S.K. and Abdisa Jabesa, 2024. Paddy straw as a biomass feedstock for the manufacturing of bioethanol using acid hydrolysis and parametric optimization through response surface methodology and an artificial neural network. Biomass<br \/>\nConversion and Biorefinery, pp.1-23. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s13399-024-05371-1 (IF: 3.5)<br \/>\nGizaw, D.G., Periyasamy, S., Baylie, H., TassewRedda, Z., Asaithambi, P., Jayakumar, M., Baskar, G. and Pugazhendhi, A., 2024. 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Investigation on the Mechanical Properties of Powder Metallurgy\u2010Manufactured AA7178\/ZrSiO4 Nanocomposites. Advances in Materials Science and<br \/>\nEngineering, 2023(1), p.3085478. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1155\/2023\/3085478<br \/>\nLata Deso Abo, Hailegiorgis, S.M., Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba, Jayakumar, M. and Prabhu, S.V. A Comprehensive Review on Fouling of Heat Transfer Units in Sugar Factory Ethanol Plant: Mechanisms and Mitigation Methods. Environmental Quality Management, 2024, 34, 2, 70003. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1002\/tqem.70003 (IF: 1.5)<br \/>\nHirpha Adugna Areti, Melkiyas Diriba Muleta, Lata Deso Abo, Abas Siraj Hamda, Ayele Assefa Adugna, Idosa Toyi Edae, Bulcha Jifara Daba and Rabira Lemessa Gudeta Innovative uses of agricultural byproducts in the food and beverage sector: A review. Food Chemistry Advance, 2024, 5, 100838. DOI:<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.focha.2024.100838<br \/>\nT. Blesslin Sheeba, L. D. 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Microbial Conversion of Agricultural Residues into Organic Fertilizers. In Agricultural Waste to Value-Added Products: Technical, Economic and Sustainable Aspects (pp. 113-138). Singapore:<br \/>\nSpringer Nature Singapore. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/978-981-99-4472-9_6<br \/>\nJayakumar, M., Kuppusamy Vaithilingam, S., Karmegam, N. and Abdisa Jabesa, Bioethanol production from green biomass resources: emerging technologies. Encyclopedia of Green materials, 2022, 1-12. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/978-981-16-4921-9_110-1<br \/>\nNessiani, R.K., Karmegam, N. and Jayakumar, M., 2022. Antibacterial and Antifungal Properties of Green Herbal Compounds for Textile Applications. In Encyclopedia of Green Materials (pp. 1-9). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore. DOI: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/978-981-16-4921-9_269-1<br \/>\nKasirajan, R., Siraj Hamda, A. and Jayakumar, M., 2022. Green Membrane Preparation and Manufacturing Practices. In Encyclopedia of Green Materials (pp. 1-13). 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