Vinayak Srivastava

Establishment of a novel biorefinery concept for the chemical valorization of lignocellulosic waste products on the laboratory scale

· Led the development of an innovative biorefinery concept for the chemical valorization of lignocellulosic waste on a laboratory scale

· Conducted wood oxidation with periodate and extraction of soluble dialdehyde polysaccharides, focusing on process optimization.

· Explored electrochemical recycling of spent periodate to enhance sustainability and assessed its impact on polysaccharide quality.

· Investigate alternative lignocellulosic waste products as possible raw products for the process

· Evaluate the quality of obtained products over the number of recycling cycles

· Executed detailed process parameter characterization and analysis.

• Developed and delivered engaging lectures to enhance students' understanding
• Maintained a comprehensive 1000-page notes compilation, contributing to a 90%+ success rate in student exams.
• Led students to triumph in 10+ national-level science competitions, showcasing academic prowess.
• Adapted teaching methods across 10+ diverse educational settings, highlighting versatility and effectiveness.
• Analyzed student performance data to monitor and adjust course flow and speed for maximum student achievement.

• Boosted efficiency of unit operations in Pyridine and Picolines production by 20%.
• Played key role in equipment monitoring and optimization for enhanced efficiency
• Applied problem-solving skills to address challenges in production environment
• Assisted in data collection, analysis, and preparation of comprehensive reports for project assessments.
• Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
• Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.