G. Pugazhenthi

Prof. G. Pugazhenthi

Professor

Key Research Areas :Membrane Separation, Polymer Nanocomposites, Nanomaterials, Catalysis & Refinery Processes.

1. Tanushree Paul, Ayushi Aggarwal, Shishir Kumar Behera, Saroj Kumar Meher, Shradha Gupta, Divya Bhaskaran, Eldon R. Rene, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Neuro-fuzzy modelling of a continuous stirred tank bioreactor with ceramic membrane technology for treating petroleum refinery effluent: a case study from Assam, India", Bioprocess and Biosystems Engineering, 47, 1, 91-103 [2024]

2. Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Development and characterization of active poly (3-hydroxybutyrate) based composites with grapeseed oil and MgO nanoparticles for shelf-life extension of white button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus)", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 260, 129521 [2024]

3. Soundhar Arumugam, G. Pugazhenthi and Senthilvelan Selvaraj, "Investigations on mechanical, thermal, wettability properties of processed banana leaves for sustainable food packaging applications", Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, Article in Press [2024]

1. Madu Purnima, Tanushree Paul, Kannan Pakshirajan, and G. Pugazhenthi, "Onshore oilfield produced water treatment by hybrid microfiltration-biological process using kaolin based ceramic membrane and oleaginous Rhodococcus opacus", Chemical Engineering Journal , 453 (2), 139850 [2023]

2. Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, Kannan Pakshirajan, and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synthesis and characterization of MgO nanostructures: A comparative study on the effect of preparation route", Materials Chemistry and Physics , 294, 127036 [2023]

3. Chakraborty G., Bhattacharjee S., Katiyar, V., Pugazhenthi G. , "Melt rheology analysis through experimental and constitutional mechanical models of exfoliated graphene based polylactic acid (PLA) nanocomposites", Journal of Polymer Research, 30, 1, 10 [2023]

4. Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Facile fabrication and characterization of novel antimicrobial and antioxidant poly (3-hydroxybutyrate)/essential oil composites for potential use in active food packaging applications", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 252, 126566 [2023]

5. Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, Shiv Prakash Anil Gupta, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Facile fabrication and characterization of novel polyvinyl alcohol/polyethylene glycol/aluminum nitride nanocomposites", Polymer Engineering and Science, 63, 11, 3855-3864 [2023]

6. Madu Purnima, Kakali Priyam Goswami, Manoj Kumar, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Low-cost and highly durable kaolin supported CHA zeolite composite membrane for efficient removal of heavy metals from aqueous solution", Environmental Technology & Innovation, 30, 103102 [2023]

7. Kakali Priyam Goswami and G. Pugazhenthi, "Elimination of pathogenic bacteria from milk using membrane technology: A review", Food Science and Technology, 11, 19-32 [2023]

8. R. Vinoth Kumar, Ashim Kumar Basumatary and G. Pugazhenthi, "Fabrication of industrially feasible zeolite membrane for the removal of hexavalent chromium", International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development, 22, 4, 375-392 [2023]

9. Dipak Kumar Kanaujiya, Ajay Kumar Chhantyal, G. Pugazhenthi and Kannan Pakshirajan, "A novel hybrid system for continuous biodegradation and toxicity removal of low molecular weight phthalates", Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 11, 3, 109983 [2023]

10. Harish Kumar Bhupathi, Debashis Kundu, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Insight into the structural and transport properties of methyl and benzyl triphenyl phosphonium based deep eutectic solvents using molecular dynamics simulations", Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 100, 6, 100998 [2023]

11. M.M. Tejas Namboodiri, N. Arul Manikandan, Tanushree Paul, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Chitosan production by Penicillium citrinum using paper mill wastewater and rice straw hydrolysate as low-cost substrates", Environmental Technology, 44, 15, 2254-2269 [2023]

12. Manoj Kumar, P. V. Ajay Kumar, G. Pugazhenthi and Kannan Pakshirajan, "Recovery and purification of copper sulfide nanoparticles from acid mine drainage by biological sulfate reduction and microfiltration using low-cost ceramic membrane", Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 25, 4, 1309-1322 [2023]

13. Madu Purnima, Kakali Priyam Goswami, Manoj Kumar, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Facile synthesis of organic template-free chabazite zeolite coated kaolin ceramic membrane for continuous separation of cerium from aqueous solution", ACS Applied Engineering Materials, 1, 4, 1241-1254 [2023]

14. Manoj Kumar, Tanushree Paul, P. V. Ajay Kumar, G. Pugazhenthi and Kannan Pakshirajan, "Both biogenic and chemically synthesized metal sulfide nanoparticles induce oxidative stress and enhance lipid accumulation in Rhodococcus opacus", BioMetals, 36, 5, 1047-1058 [2023]

15. Dipak Kumar Kanaujiya, Madu Purnima, G. Pugazhenthi, Tapan Kumar Dutta and Kannan Pakshirajan, "An indigenous tubular ceramic membrane integrated bioreactor system for biodegradation of phthalates mixture from contaminated wastewater", Biodegradation, 34, 6, 533-548 [2023]

1. Tanushree Paul, Arindam Sinharoy, Divya Baskaran, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi and Piet N.L. Lens, "Bio-oil production from oleaginous microorganisms using hydrothermal liquefaction: A biorefinery approach", Critical Reviews in Environmental Science and Technology, 52 (3), 356-394 [2022]

2. S. Arun, S. Ramasamy, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Bioelectricity production and shortcut nitrogen removal by microalgal-bacterial consortia using membrane photosynthetic microbial fuel cell", Journal of Environmental Management, 301, 113871 [2022]

3. V. Sharma, G. Pugazhenthi and D. Vasanth, "Production and characterization of a novel thermostable laccase from Bacillus licheniformis VNQ and its application in synthesis of bioactive 1, 4-naphthoquinones", Journal of Bioscience and Bioengineering, 13 (1), 8-16 [2022]

4. Kakali Priyam Goswami, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Process intensification through waste fly ash conversion and application as ceramic membranes: A review", Science of The Total Environment, 808, 151968 [2022]

5. K. Ankush, G. Pugazhenthi and D. Vasanth, "Fabrication and properties of polyhydroxybutyrate/kaolin nanocomposites and evaluation of their biocompatibility for biomedical applications", Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 139 (11), 51803 [2022]

6. Mohit Kumar, G. Pugazhenthi and D. Vasanth, " Synthesis of zirconia-ceramic composite membrane employing a low-cost precursor and evaluation its performance for separation of microbially produced silver nanoparticles", Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 10, 107569 [2022]

7. M.M. Tejas Namboodiri, Tanushree Paul, Raj Mohan Naidu Medisetti, Kannan Pakshirajan Selvaraju Narayanasamy and G. Pugazhenthi, "Solid state fermentation of rice straw using Penicillium citrinum for chitosan production and application as nanobiosorbent", Bioresource Technology Reports, 18, 101005 [2022]

8. Digvijay Dahiya, Mohit Kumar, G. Pugazhenthi, D. Vasanth, "Separation of bacteria Kocuria rhizophila from fermentation broth by cross-flow microfiltration using inexpensive tubular ceramic membrane", Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 47, 5767-5776 [2022]

9. M. Roshni, G. Pugazhenthi, R. Periyasamy and D. Vasanth, "Synthesis of ceramic tubular membrane from low-cost clay precursors for blood purification application as substitution to commercial dialysis membrane", Journal of Chemical Technology & Biotechnology, 97, 2128-2142 [2022]

10. Tanushree Paul, Iyyappan Janakiraman, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, Sosmitha Girisa, Ajaikumar B. Kunnmakkara, "Re-use potential of refinery wastewater treated using a two-stage submerged membrane bioreactor", Chemical Engineering & Technology, 45, 1017-1026 [2022]

11. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, Kakali Priyam Goswami, Madu Purnima, Bannya Deka and G. Pugazhenthi, "Fabrication and characterization of low-cost tubular ceramic membrane for microfiltration of oily wastewater", Journal of Water Chemistry and Technology, 44, 175-181 [2022]

12. Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Recent advances and future prospects of cellulose, starch, chitosan, polylactic acid and polyhydroxyalkanoates for sustainable food packaging applications", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 221, 163-182 [2022]

13. Tanushree Paul, Iyyappan Janakiraman, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "A review on novel and hybrid/integrated reactor configurations for the removal of recalcitrant organics from petroleum refinery wastewater", Environmental Quality Management, 32, 1, 289-313 [2022]

14. Madu Purnima, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Separation of TiO2 particles from suspension using indigenous low-cost ceramic microfiltration membrane", Journal of Water Process Engineering, 49, 103123 [2022]

15. Kakali Priyam Goswami and G. Pugazhenthi, "Treatment of starch-rich wastewater using fly ash-based low-cost tubular ceramic membrane", Environmental Progress and Sustainable Energy , 41 (6), e13906 [2022]

16. Mishra D., Hussain R., G. Pugazhenthi, and T. Banerjee, "Catalytic effect of ionic liquid induced H2-release from morpholine borane complex: an efficient hydrogen storage carrier", ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering, 10 (19), 6157-6164 [2022]

17. K. Ankush, G. Pugazhenthi, K. Mohit, and D. Vasanth, "Experimental study on fabrication, biocompatibility and mechanical characterization of polyhydroxybutyrate-ball clay bionanocomposites for bone tissue engineering", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 209, 1995-208 [2022]

1. Tanushree Paul, Divya Baskaran, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi and Ravi Rajamanickam, "Bio-oil production by hydrothermal liquefaction of Rhodococcus opacus biomass utilizing refinery wastewater: Biomass valorization and process optimization", Environmental Technology and Innovation, 21, 101326 [2021]

2. Roshni Meghnani, Mohit Kumar, G. Pugazhenthi, Vasanth Dhakshinamoorthy, "Synthesis of ceramic membrane using inexpensive precursors and evaluation of its biocompatibility for hemofiltration application", Separation and Purification Technology, 256, 117814 [2021]

3. Digvijay Dahiya, G. Pugazhenthi, Mohit Kumar, D. Vasanth, "Separation of bacteria Kocuria rhizophila BR-1 from its broth during synthesis of gold nanoparticles using ceramic membrane by shear-enhanced filtration process", Chemosphere, 281, 130761 [2021]

4. Dhirendra Kumar Mishra, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Ionic liquid-based deep eutectic solvents as novel solvent-cum-catalyst media for thermal dehydrogenation of chemical hydrides", International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 46 (29), 15773-15779 [2021]

5. G. Chakraborty, Vimal Katiyar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Improvisation of Polylactic acid (PLA)/Exfoliated Graphene (GR) Nanocomposite for Detection of Metal ions (Cu2+)", Composites Science and Technology, 213, 108877 [2021]

6. Dhirendra Kumar Mishra, Basudhrity Banerjee, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Metal-free, Ionic Liquid-mediated Hydrogen Release from Amine Borane Complexes: An Experimental and Density Functional Theory Investigation", Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research, 60 (27), 9764-9776 [2021]

7. Moumita Nandi, Tanushree Paul, Dipak Kumar Kanaujiya, Divya Baskaran, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "Biodegradation of benzyl butyl phthalate and dibutyl phthalate by Arthrobacter sp. via micellar solubilization in a surfactant-aided system", Water Supply, 21 (5), 2084-2098 [2021]

8. Kakali Priyam Goswami and G. Pugazhenthi, "Effect of binder concentration on properties of low-cost fly ash based tubular ceramic membrane and its application in separation of glycerol from biodiesel", Journal of Cleaner Production, 319, 128679 [2021]

9. Dhirendra Kumar Mishra, G. Gopukumar, G. Pugazhenthi, C.V.S.B. Rao, S. Nagarajan and Tamal Banerjee, "Molecular and spectroscopic insights into a metal salt-based deep eutectic solvents: A combined quantum theory of atoms in molecules, noncovalent interaction, and density functional theory study", Journal of Physical Chemistry A, 125 (44), 9680-9690 [2021]

10. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Techno-economic assessment of a sustainable and cost-effective bioprocess for large scale production of polyhydroxybutyrate", Chemosphere, 284, 131371 [2021]

11. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "A novel rotating wide gap annular bioreactor (Taylor-Couette type flow) for polyhydroxybutyrate production by Ralstonia eutropha using carob pod extract", Journal of Environmental Management, 299, 113591 [2021]

1. Lalit Goswami, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Biological treatment of biomass gasification wastewater using hydrocarbonoclastic bacterium Rhodococcus opacus in an upflow packed bed bioreactor with a novel waste-derived nano-biochar based bio-support material", Journal of Cleaner Production, 256, 120253 [2020]

2. G. Chakraborty, Prodyut Dhar, Vimal Katiyar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Applicability of Fe-CNC/GR/PLA composite as potential sensor for biomolecules", Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 31, 5984-5999 [2020]

3. Dhirendra Kumar Mishra, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Ionic Liquid-based Deep Eutectic Solvent as Reaction Media for the Thermal Dehydrogenation of Ethylene Diamine-bis-borane", ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 8 (12), 4910-4919 [2020]

4. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation and characterization of environmentally safe and highly biodegradable microbial polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) based graphene nanocomposites for potential food packaging applications", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 154, 866-877 [2020]

5. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "A closed-loop biorefinery approach for polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) production using sugars from carob pods as the sole raw material and downstream processing using the co-product lignin", Bioresource Technology, 307, 123247 [2020]

6. Kakali Priyam Goswami and G. Pugazhenthi, "Credibility of polymeric and ceramic membrane filtration in the removal of bacteria and virus from water: A review", Journal of Environmental Management, 268, 110583 [2020]

7. Kakali Priyam Goswami and G. Pugazhenthi, "Treatment of poultry slaughterhouse wastewater using tubular microfiltration membrane with fly ash as key precursor", Journal of Water Process Engineering, 30 , 101361 [2020]

8. Tanushree Paul, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Lipid-rich bacterial biomass production using refinery wastewater in a bubble column bioreactor for bio-oil conversion by hydrothermal liquefaction", Journal of Water Process Engineering, 37, 101462 [2020]

9. Debashis Kundu, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Low to Room Temperature Dehydrogenation of Dimethylamine Borane Facilitated by Ionic Liquids: Molecular Modeling and Experimental Studies", Energy and Fuels, 34 (10), 13167-13178 [2020]

10. Madu Purnima, Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Recovery of microalgae from its broth solution using kaolin based tubular ceramic membranes prepared with different binders", Separation and Purification Technology, 250, 117212 [2020]

11. Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Sustained drug release and bactericidal activity of a novel, highly biocompatible and biodegradable polymer nanocomposite loaded with norfloxacin for potential use in antibacterial therapy", Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 59, 101900 [2020]

12. Preeti Singh, N. Arul Manikandan, Madu Purnima, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Recovery of Lignin from Water and Methanol using Low Cost Kaolin Based Tubular Ceramic Membrane", Journal of Water Process Engineering, 38, 101615 [2020]

13. Tanushree Paul, Divya Baskaran, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "Valorization of refinery wastewater for lipid-rich biomass production by Rhodococcus opacus in batch system: a kinetic approach", Biomass and Bioenergy, 143, 105867 [2020]

1. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "A novel ceramic membrane assembly for the separation of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) rich Ralstonia eutropha biomass from culture broth", Process Safety and Environmental Protection, 126, 106-118 [2019]

2. Kelothu Suresh, G. Pugazhenthi and R. Uppaluri, "Properties of polystyrene (PS)/Co-Al LDH nanocomposites prepared by melt intercalation", Materials Today: Proceedings, 9, 333-350 [2019]

3. G. Chakraborty, G. Pugazhenthi, Vimal Katiyar, "Exfoliated graphene-dispersed poly (lactic acid)-based nanocomposite sensors for ethanol detection", Polymer Bulletin, 76, 2367-2386 [2019]

4. Tanushree Paul, Divya Baskaran, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "Continuous bioreactor with cell recycle using tubular ceramic membrane for simultaneous wastewater treatment and bio-oil production by oleaginous Rhodococcus opacus", Chemical Engineering Journal, 367, 76-85 [2019]

5. Lalit Goswami, R. Vinoth Kumar, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "A novel integrated biodegradation-microfiltration system for sustainable wastewater treatment and energy recovery", Journal of Hazardous Materials, 365, 707-715 [2019]

6. Debashis Kundu, Sankar Chakma, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Reactive insights into the hydrogen production from ammonia borane facilitated by phosphonium based ionic liquid", Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering, 36, 456-467 [2019]

7. Debashis Kundu, Sankar Chakma, Sainiwetha Saikrishnan, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Molecular Modeling and Experimental Insights for the Dehydrogenation of Ethylene Diamine Bisborane using Hydrogen Sulfate based Ionic Liquid", Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 70, 472-483 [2019]

8. Lalit Goswami, N. Arul Manikandan, Jebathomas Christon Ringle Taube, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Novel waste-derived biochar from biomass gasification effluent: preparation, characterization, cost estimation, and application in polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon biodegradation and lipid accumulation by Rhodococcus opacus", Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 26 , 25154-25166 [2019]

9. Lalit Goswami, R. Vinoth Kumar, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Anthracene biodegradation by oleaginous Rhodococcus opacus for biodiesel production and its characterization", Polycyclic Aromatic Compounds, 39, 207-219 [2019]

10. Debashis Kundu, Sankar Chakma, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Effect of Thiocyanate Based Ionic Liquids on the Dehydrogenation of Amine Boranes: Experimental and Molecular Modeling Studies", Effect of Thiocyanate Based Ionic Liquids on the Dehydrogenation of Amine Boranes: Experimental and Molecular Modeling Studies, 14 (5), e2357 [2019]

11. S. Arun, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Novel shortcut biological nitrogen removal method using an algae-bacterial consortium in a photo-sequencing batch reactor: Process optimization and kinetic modelling", Journal of Environmental Management, 250 , 109401 [2019]

1. Suresh Kelothu, Rajkumar Surin Ritu, Vinoth Kumar R.,Manish Kumar,G. Pugazhenthi , "A Simple Sonication Assisted Solvent Blending Route for Fabrication of Exfoliated Polystyrene (PS)/Clay Nanocomposites: Role of Various Clay Modifiers", Materials Today: Proceedings, 5, 13191-13210 [2018]

2. Vinoth KumarR., Pakshirajan Kannan, Pugazhenthi G. , , "Removal of methyl orange from synthetic wastewater using analcime-C, MCM-41 and γ-Al2O3 composite membranes", International Journal of Environmental Technology and Management, 21, 111-125 [2018]

3. Suresh Kelothu, Vinoth Kumar R., Rijumoni Boro,Manish Kumar,G. Pugazhenthi , , "Rheological Behavior of Polystyrene (PS)/Co-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) Blend Solution obtained Through Solvent Blending Route: Influence of LDH Loading and Temperature", Materials Today: Proceedings, 5 (1), 1359-1371 [2018]

4. PayelSen, G. Pugazhenthi , , "Synergistic effect of dual nanofillers (MWCNT and Ni–Al LDH) on the electrical and thermal characteristics of polystyrene nanocomposites", Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 135 (29), 46513-46524 [2018]

5. PreethiArulmurugan, Arul Manikandan N., Pugazhenthi G. , , "Synthesis and Characterization of Polystyrene (PS)/Modified Ni Al LDH Nanocomposites: Role of Composition, Modifier and Synthesis route of LDH", Macromolecular Symposia, 382, 1, 1800078-1800089 [2018]

6. Lalit Goswami, N. Arul Manikandan, Ben Dolman, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "Biological treatment of wastewater containing a mixture of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons using the oleaginous bacterium Rhodococcus opacus", Journal of Cleaner Production, 196, 1282-1291 [2018]

7. G. Chakraborty, A. Gupta, G. Pugazhenthi, Vimal Katiyar, "Facile dispersion of exfoliated graphene/PLA nanocomposites via in situ polycondensation with a melt extrusion process and its rheological studies", Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 135 (33), 46476 [2018]

8. G. Chakraborty, Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi, Vimal Katiyar, "Investigating the properties of poly (lactic acid)/exfoliated graphene based nanocomposites fabricated by versatile coating approach", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 113, 1080-1091 [2018]

9. Debashis Kundu, Sankar Chakma, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Ionic Liquid Facilitated Dehydrogenation of tert-Butylamine Borane", ACS Omega, 3 (2), 2273-2281 [2018]

10. Manish Kumar, Samarshi Chakraborty, Pradeep Upadhyaya and G. Pugazhenthi, "Morphological, mechanical and thermal features of PMMA nanocomposites containing two-dimensional (2D) Co-Al layered double hydroxide (LDH)", Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 135 (5), 45774 [2018]

11. Lalit Goswami, R. Vinoth Kumar, Siddhartha Narayan Borah, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "Membrane bioreactor and integrated membrane bioreactor systems for micropollutant removal from wastewater: A review", Journal of Water Process Engineering, 26, 314-328 [2018]

1. D. Vasanth, G. Pugazhenthi, R. Uppaluri , , "Preparation, characterization and performance evaluation of LTA zeolite-ceramic composite membrane by separation of BSA from aqueous solution", Separation Science and Technology, 52 (4), 767-777 [2017]

2. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, R. Vinoth Kumar, Kannan Pakshirajan,G. Pugazhenthi , "Removal of trivalent metal ions from aqueous solution via cross flow ultrafiltration system using zeolite membranes", Journal of Water Reuse and Desalination, 7 (1), 66-76 [2017]

3. Debashis Kundu, Sankar Chakma, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Theoretical and Experimental Pathways for the Dehydrogenation of Ethylene Diamine Bisborane by an Ammonium Based Ionic Liquid", Journal of Solution Chemistry, 46 (6), 1230-1250 [2017]

4. Vibhu Sharma, R. Vinoth Kumar, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "An integrated adsorption-membrane filtration process for antibiotic removal from aqueous solution", Powder Technology, 321, 259-269 [2017]

5. R. Vinoth Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Separation of BSA through FAU-type zeolite ceramic-composite membrane formed on tubular ceramic support: Optimization of process parameters by hybrid Response Surface Methodology and bi-objective Genetic Algorithm", Preparative Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 47 (7), 687-698 [2017]

6. Gitanjali Roy, M. Mohankumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation of Kaolin Based Tubular Ceramic Membrane: Effect of Sintering Temperature", Research Journal of Pharmaceutical, Biological and Chemical Sciences, 8 (3S), 141-150 [2017]

7. Preethi Arulmurugan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Thermal and Rheological Properties of Polystyrene Nanocomposites with Carbon Nanotube and Boron Nitride as Dual Nanofiller: Effect of Boron Nitride Content", Research Journal of Pharmaceutical, Biological and Chemical Sciences, 8 (3S), 127-140 [2017]

8. Kelothu Suresh, Manish Kumar, G. Pugazhenthi and R. Uppaluri, "Enhanced mechanical and thermal properties of polystyrene (PS) nanocomposites prepared using organo-functionalized Ni-Al layered double hydroxide (LDH) via melt intercalation technique", Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices, 2 (2), 245-254 [2017]

9. Kelothu Suresh, R. Vinoth Kumar, Manish Kumar, M. Jeyapriya, R. Anbarasan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Sonication Assisted Synthesis of Polystyrene (PS)/Organoclay Nanocomposites: Influence of Clay Content", Applied Nanoscience, 7 (5), 215-223 [2017]

10. R. Vinoth Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Removal of Chromium from Synthetic Wastewater Using FAU and MFI type Zeolite Membranes Supported on Low Cost Tubular Ceramic Substrate", Journal of Water Reuse and Desalination, 7 (3), 365-377 [2017]

11. Kanchapogu Suresh, R. Uppaluri and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation and Characterization of Hydrothermally Engineered TiO2-Fly Ash Composite Membrane", Frontiers of Chemical Science and Engineering, 11 (2), 266-279 [2017]

12. Basudhrity Banerjee, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Experimental Insights in the Thermal Dehydrogenation of Ethylene Diamine Bisborane using Allyl Based Ionic Liquids", Energy & Fuel, 31 (5), 5428-5440 [2017]

13. Debashis Kundu, Basudhrity Banerjee, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Reactive insights into the selective dehydrogenation of ethylene diamine bisborane facilitated by phosphonium based Ionic Liquids", International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 42 (5), 2756-2770 [2017]

14. Lalit Goswami, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "Simultaneous heavy metal removal and anthracene biodegradation by the oleaginous bacteria Rhodococcus opacus", 3 Biotech, 7 (1), 37 [2017]

15. Lalit Goswami, R. Vinoth Kumar, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "Simultaneous polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon degradation and lipid accumulation by Rhodococcus opacus for potential biodiesel production", Journal of Water Process Engineering, 17, 1-10 [2017]

16. Lalit Goswami, M.M. Tejas Namboodiri, R. Vinoth Kumar, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi, "Biodiesel production potential of oleaginous Rhodococcus opacus grown on biomass gasification wastewater", Renewable Energy, 105, 400-406 [2017]

17. S. Arun, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, G. Pugazhenthi and Mayashree B. Syiem, "Cu(II) removal by Nostoc muscorum and its effect on biomass growth and nitrate uptake: A photobioreactor study", International Biodeterioration & Biodegradation, 119, 111-117 [2017]

18. Kanchapogu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Cross Flow Microfiltration of Oil-Water Emulsions using Clay Based Ceramic Membrane Support and TiO2 Composite Membrane", Egyptian Journal of Petroleum, 26 (3) [2017]

1. Payel Sen, Kelothu Suresh, R. Vinoth Kumar,Manish Kumar,Pugazhenthi G., "A Simple Solvent Blending Coupled Sonication Technique for Synthesis of Polystyrene (PS)/ Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube (MWCNT) Nanocomposites: Effect of Modified MWCNT Content", Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices, 1 (3), 311-323 [2016]

2. R. Vinoth Kumar, Lalit Goswami, Kannan Pakshirajan,G. Pugazhenthi , "Dairy wastewater treatment using a novel low cost tubular ceramic membrane and membrane fouling mechanism using pore blocking models", Journal of Water Process Engineering, 13 (1), 168-175 [2016]

3. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, P. Vikram Singh, R. Vinoth Kumar,Aloke Kumar Ghoshal,Pugazhenthi G. , , "Development and characterization of MCM-48 ceramic composite membrane for the removal of Cr(VI) from aqueous solution", ASCE Journal of Environmental Engineering, 142 (9), C4015013-1-11 [2016]

4. KelothuSuresh, Rijumoni Boro, R. Vinoth Kumar,G. Pugazhenthi , "Effect of Concentration and Temperature on Rheological Behaviour of Polystyrene Solution", Macromolecular Symposia, 362 (1), 87-100 [2016]

5. Ashim KumarBasumatary, Partha Pratim Adhikari, Aloke Kumar Ghoshal,G. Pugazhenthi , "Fabrication and performance evaluation of Faujasite (FAU) zeolite composite ultrafiltration membrane by separation of trivalent ions from aqueous solution", Environmental Progress and Sustainable Energy, 35 (4), 1047-1054 [2016]

6. KanchapoguSuresh, G. Pugazhenthi, R. Uppaluri , , "Fly Ash Based Ceramic Microfiltration Membranes for Oil-water Emulsion Treatment: Parametric Optimization using Response Surface Methodology", Journal of Water Process Engineering, 13 (1), 27-43 [2016]

7. ManishKumar, Vijay Kumar, A. Muthuraja,S. Senthilvelan,Pugazhenthi G. , , "Influence of Nanoclay on the Rheological Properties of PMMA/Organoclay Nanocomposites Prepared by Solvent Blending Technique", Macromolecular Symposia, 365 (1), 104-111 [2016]

8. SamarshiChakraborty, Manish Kumar, Kelothu Suresh,G. Pugazhenthi , "Investigation of Structural, Rheological and Thermal Properties of PMMA/ONi-Al LDH Nanocomposites Synthesized via Solvent Blending Method: Effect of LDH Loading", Chinese Journal of Polymer Science, 34 (6), 739-754 [2016]

9. Ashim KumarBasumatary, R. Vinoth Kumar, Kannan Pakshirajan,G. Pugazhenthi , "Iron(III) removal from aqueous solution using MCM-41 ceramic composite membrane", Membrane Water Treatment, An International Journal, 7 (6), 495-505 [2016]

10. ManishKumar, N. Shanmuga Priya, S. Kanagaraj,G. Pakshirajan , "Melt rheological behavior of PMMA nanocomposites reinforced with modified nanoclay", Nanocomposites, 2 (3), 109-116 [2016]

11. Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi and Vimal Katiyar, "Hydrolytic Degradation Behaviour of Sucrose Palmitate Reinforced Poly(lactic acid) Nanocomposites", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 89, 70-80 [2016]

12. Ashim KumarBasumatary, Aloke Kumar Ghoshal, G. Pugazhenthi , , "Performance Assessment of MCM-48 Ceramic Composite Membrane by Separation of AlCl3 from Aqueous Solution", Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 134 (2), 398-402 [2016]

13. Kelothu Suresh, R. Vinoth Kumar, G. Pugazhenthi , , "Processing and characterization of polystyrene nanocomposites based on Co-Al layered double hydroxide", Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices, 1 (3), 351-361 [2016]

14. Ashim KumarBasumatary, R. Vinoth Kumar, Aloke Kumar Ghoshal,G. Pugazhenthi , "Removal of FeCl3 from aqueous solution by ultrafiltration using ordered mesoporous MCM-48 ceramic composite membrane", Separation Science and Technology, 51 (12), 2038-2046 [2016]

15. R. Vinoth Kumar, P. Monash, G. Pugazhenthi , , "Treatment of oil-in-water emulsion using tubular ceramic membrane acquired from locally available low cost inorganic precursors", Desalination and Water Treatment, 57 (58), 28056-28070 [2016]

16. N. Arul Manikandan, Addis Kokeb Alemu, Lalit Goswami,Kannan Pakshirajan,Pugazhenthi G. , "Waste Litchi Peels for Cr(VI) Removal from Synthetic Wastewater in Batch and Continuous Systems: Sorbent Characterization, Regeneration and Reuse Study", ASCE Journal of Environmental Engineering, 142 (9), C4016001-1-11 [2016]

17. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, R. Vinoth Kumar, Aloke Kumar Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Cross Flow Ultrafiltration of Cr (VI) using MCM-41, MCM-48 and Faujasite (FAU) Zeolite-Ceramic Composite Membranes", Chemosphere, 153, 436-446 [2016]

18. Kanchapogu Suresh, Tekula Srinu, Aloke Kumar Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation and characterization of TiO2 and γ-Al2O3 composite membranes for the separation of oil-in-water emulsions", RSC Advances, 6, 4877-4888 [2016]

19. Kanchapogu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Development of Ceramic Membranes from Low Cost Clays for the Separation of Oil-Water Emulsion", Desalination and Water Treatment, 57, 1927-1939 [2016]

20. Ravibabu Valapa, S. Hussain, P.K. Iyer, G. Pugazhenthi and Vimal Katiyar, "Non-isothermal crystallization kinetics of sucrose palmitate reinforced poly (lactic acid) bionanocomposites", Polymer Bulletin, 73, 21-38 [2016]

1. Vijay Singh, Arijit Das, Chandan Das, G. Pugazhenthi, Mekapati Srinivas, and S. Senthilmurugan, "Fouling and Cleaning Characteristics of Reverse Osmosis (RO) Membranes", Journal of Chemical Engineering & Process Technology, 6, 244 [2015]

2. R. Vinoth Kumar, I. Ganesh Moorthy and G. Pugazhenthi, "Modelling and optimization of critical parameters by hybrid RSM-GA for the separation of BSA using a tubular configured MFI-type zeolite microfiltration membrane", RSC Advances, 5, 87645-87659 [2015]

3. Basudhrity Banerjee, Debashis Kundu, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Quantum chemical and experimental insights for the ionic liquid facilitated thermal dehydrogenation of ethylene diamine bisborane", RSC Advances, 5, 85280-85290 [2015]

4. Ravibabu Valapa, S. Hussain, P.K. Iyer, G. Pugazhenthi and Vimal Katiyar, "Influence of Graphene on Thermal Degradation and Crystallization Kinetics Behaviour of Poly(lactic acid)", Journal of Polymer Research, 22, 175 [2015]

5. R. Vinoth Kumar, Aloke Kumar Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Fabrication of Zirconia Composite Membrane by in-situ Hydrothermal Technique and Its Application in Separation of Methyl Orange", Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 121, 73-79 [2015]

6. Suman Mahato, Basudhrity Banerjee, G. Pugazhenthi and Tamal Banerjee, "Optimization and quantum chemical predictions for the dehydrogenation kinetics of Ammonia Borane–Ionic Liquid mixtures", International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 40, 10390-10400 [2015]

7. Manish Kumar, S. Arun, Pradeep Upadhyaya and G. Pugazhenthi, "Properties of PMMA/Clay Nanocomposites Prepared using Various Compatibilizers", International Journal of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, 10 (7) [2015]

8. R. Vinoth Kumar, Aloke Kumar Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Elaboration of Novel Tubular Ceramic Membrane from Inexpensive Raw Materials by Extrusion Method and its Performance in Microfiltration of Synthetic Oily Wastewater Treatment", Journal of Membrane Science, 490, 92 [2015]

9. Manish Kumar, Vivek Chaudhary, Kelothu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synthesis and Characterization of Exfoliated PMMA/Co-Al LDH Nanocomposites via Solvent Blending Technique", RSC Advances, 5, 39810-39820 [2015]

10. Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi and Vimal Katiyar, "Effect of Graphene Content on the Properties of Poly(lactic acid) Nanocomposites", RSC Advances, 5, 28410-28423 [2015]

11. R. Vinoth Kumar, Ashim Kumar Basumatary, Aloke Kumar Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Performance Assessment of Analcime-C Zeolite-Ceramic Composite Membrane by Separation of Cr(VI) from Aqueous Solution", RSC Advances, 5, 6246-6254 [2015]

12. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, R. Vinoth Kumar, Aloke Kumar Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synthesis and characterization of MCM-41-ceramic composite membrane for the separation of chromic acid from aqueous solution", Journal of Membrane Science, 475, 521-532 [2015]

13. Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi and Vimal Katiyar, "Fabrication and Characterization of Sucrose Palmitate Reinforced Poly(lactic acid) Bionanocomposites Films", Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 132, 41320 [2015]

1. Manish Kumar, Vijay Kumar, Pradeep Upadhyaya and G. Pugazhenthi, "Fabrication of Poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) Nanocomposites with Modified Nanoclay by Melt Intercalation", Composite Interfaces, 21, 819-832 [2014]

2. D. Vasanth, Kanchapogu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Fabrication of circular shaped ceramic membrane using mixed clays by uniaxial compaction method for the treatment of oily wastewater", International Journal of Nano & Biomaterials, 5, 75-88 [2014]

3. Vijay Kumar, Manish Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Effect of Nanoclay Content on Structural,Thermal Properties and Thermal Degradation Kinetics of PMMA/Organoclay Nanocomposites", International Journal of Nano & Biomaterials, 5, 27-43 [2014]

4. Samarshi Chakraborty, Manish Kumar, Kelothu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Influence of Organically Modified Ni-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) Loading on the Rheological Properties of poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA)/LDH Blend Solution", Powder Technology, 256, 196-203 [2014]

5. Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi and Vimal Katiyar, "Thermal Degradation Kinetics of Sucrose Palmitate Reinforced Poly (lactic acid) Biocomposites", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 65, 275-283 [2014]

6. P. Monash and G. Pugazhenthi, "Utilization of Calcined Ni-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) as an Adsorbent for Removal of Methyl Orange Dye from Aqueous Solution", Environmental Progress and Sustainable Energy, 33 (1), 154-159 [2014]

1. P. Monash, G. Pugazhenthi and P. Saravanan, "A Review on Various Fabrication Methods of Porous Ceramic Supports for Membrane Applications", Reviews in Chemical Engineering, 29, 357-383 [2013]

2. Manish Kumar Sinha and G. Pugazhenthi, "Influence of Organomodified Ni-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) Content on the Thermal Properties and Degradation Kinetics of Polystyrene (PS)/Ni-Al LDH Nanocomposites Prepared via Solvent Blending Method", Advanced Materials Research, 747, 23-26 [2013]

3. D. Vasanth, G. Pugazhenthi* and R. Uppaluri, "Cross-flow Microfiltration of Oil-in-Water Emulsion using Low Cost Ceramic Membranes", Desalination, 320, 86-95 [2013]

4. D. Vasanth, G. Pugazhenthi* and R. Uppaluri, "Performance of low cost ceramic microfiltration membranes for the treatment of oil-in-water emulsions", Separation Science and Technology, 48 (6), 849-858 [2013]

5. S.V. Krishna and G. Pugazhenthi, "Structural and Thermal Properties of Polystyrene (PS)/Co-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) Nanocomposites Prepared via Solvent Blending: Effect of LDH Loading", Journal of Experimental Nanoscience, 8 (1), 196-31 [2013]

1. Balakrushna Sahu and G. Pugazhenthi, "Characterization of Polystyrene (PS)/Organomodified Layered Double Hydroxide (OLDH) Nanocomposites Prepared by in situ Polymerization", Advanced Materials Research, 410, 164-167 [2012]

2. D. Vasanth, G. Pugazhenthi* and R. Uppaluri, "Biomass Assisted Microfiltration of Chromium(VI) Using Backer’s Yeast by Ceramic Membrane Prepared from Low Cost Raw Materials", Desalination, 285, 239-244 [2012]

3. K. Kakati, G. Pugazhenthi* and P.K. Iyer, "Effect of Organomodified Ni-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (OLDH) on the Properties of polypropylene (PP)/LDH Nanocomposite", International Journal of Polymeric Materials and Polymeric Biomaterials, 61 (12), 931-948 [2012]

4. G. Sangeetha Rani, Murali Krishna Beera and G. Pugazhenthi, "Development of Sulfonated poly (ether ether ketone) (SPEEK)/Zirconium Titanium Phosphate (ZTP) Composite Membranes for Direct Methanol Fuel Cell", Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 124, E45-E56 [2012]

1. Balakrushna Sahu and G. Pugazhenthi, "Properties of Polystyrene/Organically modified Layered Double Hydroxide Nanocomposites Synthesized by Solvent Blending Method", Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 120 (4), 2485-2495 [2011]

2. D. Vasanth, G. Pugazhenthi* and R. Uppaluri, "Fabrication and Properties of Low Cost Ceramic Microfiltration Membranes for Separation of Oil and Bacteria from its Solution", Journal of Membrane Science, 379, 154-163 [2011]

3. P. Monash and G. Pugazhenthi, "Effect of TiO2 addition on the fabrication of ceramic membrane supports: A study on the separation of oil droplets and bovine serum albumin (BSA) from its solution", Desalination, 279, 104-114 [2011]

4. D. Vasanth, R. Uppaluri and G. Pugazhenthi, "Influence of Sintering Temperature on the Properties of Porous Ceramic Support Prepared by Uniaxial Dry Compaction Method using Low Cost Raw Materials for Membrane Applications", Separation Science and Technology, 46, 1241-1249 [2011]

5. Kaberi Kakati, Aditya Prakash, G. Pugazhenthi, "Thermal Properties and Thermal Degradation Kinetics of Polypropylene/ Organomodified Ni-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) Nanocomposites Prepared by Melt Intercalation Technique", Key Engineering Materials, 471-472, 2485-2495 [2011]

6. S.V. Krishna and G. Pugazhenthi, "Properties and Thermal Degradation Kinetics of Polystyrene/Organoclay Nanocomposites Synthesized by Solvent Blending Method: Effect of Processing Conditions and Organoclay Loading", Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 120 (3), 1322-1336 [2011]

7. P. Monash, Ram Niwas and G. Pugazhenthi, "Utilization of Ball Clay Adsorbents for the Removal of Crystal Violet Dye from Aqueous Solution", Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 13 (1) [2011]

8. S.V. Krishna and G. Pugazhenthi, "Influence of processing conditions on the properties of polystyrene (PS)/ organomontmorillonite (OMMT) nanocomposites prepared via solvent blending method", International Journal of Polymeric Materials and Polymeric Biomaterials, 60 (2), 144-162 [2011]

9. P. Monash and G. Pugazhenthi, "Development of ceramic supports derived from low cost clays for membrane applications and its optimization based on sintering temperature", International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology, 8 (1), 227-238 [2011]

1. Abhijit Majhi, G. Pugazhenthi and Anupam Shukla, "Comparative Study of Ultrasound Stimulation and Conventional Heating Methods on the Preparation of Nano-sized γ-Al2O3", Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research, 49, 4710-4719 [2010]

2. P. Monash and G. Pugazhenthi, "Investigation of Equilibrium and Kinetic Parameters of Methylene Blue Adsorption onto MCM-41", The Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering, 27 (4), 1184-1191 [2010]

3. P. Monash, Abhijit Majhi and G. Pugazhenthi, "Separation of BSA using g-Al2O3-Clay Composite Ultrafiltration Membrane", Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology, 85, 545-554 [2010]

4. P. Monash and G. Pugazhenthi, "Removal of Crystal Violet Dye from Aqueous Solution using Calcined and Uncalcined Mixed Clay Adsorbents", Separation Science and Technology, 45, 94-104 [2010]

1. Abhijit Majhi, P. Monash and G. Pugazhenthi, "Fabrication and Characterization of g-Al2O3-Clay Composite Ultrafiltration Membrane for the Separation of Electrolytes from its Aqueous Solution", Journal of Membrane Science, 340, 181-191 [2009]

2. Sabuj Das, Prabirkumar Saha and G. Pugazhenthi, "Modeling and Simulation of Stirred Dead End Ultrafiltration Process Using ASPEN Engineering Suite", Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research, 48, 4428-4439 [2009]

3. P. Monash and G. Pugazhenthi, "Adsorption of crystal violet dye from aqueous solution using mesoporous materials synthesized at room temperature", Adsorption, 15, 390-405 [2009]

1. Balakrushna Sahu and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synthesis and Characterization of Polystyrene/Layered Double Hydroxide Nanocomposites", Journal of Polymeric Materials, 25 (3), 315-323 [2008]

2. G. Pugazhenthi* and Anil Kumar, "Modeling of the mass transfer effect in biphasic enzyme membrane reactor for hydrolysis of olive oil", International Journal of Food Engineering, 4 (5), 1-28 [2008]

3. V. Sivasubramanian, G. Pugazhenthi, J. Jegan and M. Velan, "Bed expansion characteristics of two phase inverse fluidized bed reactor in viscous systems", IETECH Journal of Mechanical Design, 2 (1), 55-61 [2008]

1. Balakrushna Sahu and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synthesis of polystyrene (PS)/ novel layered double hydroxide (LDH) nanocomposites by solvent blending method", International Journal of Chemical Sciences, 5 (4), 1755-1763 [2007]

2. P. Monash, Abhijit Majhi and G. Pugazhenthi, "Characterization of low cost clays for preparation of porous ceramic membrane supports", International Journal of Chemical Sciences, 5 (4), 1862-1872 [2007]

1. S. Sachan, S. Sachdeva, G. Pugazhenthi and Anil Kumar, "Hydrolysis of olive oil using lipase bonded to modified carbon membrane", AIChE J, 52 (4), 1611-1620 [2006]

2. Manoj Kumar, Satyam Agarwal, G. Pugazhenthi, Anupam Shukla, and Anil Kumar, "Preparation and characterization of Iron salt embedded electrodialysis analcime-C zeolite clay composite membrane", Journal of Membrane Science, 275, 110-118 [2006]

1. G. Pugazhenthi, S. Sachan, Nanda Kishore and Anil Kumar, "Separation of chromium (VI) using modified ultrafiltration charged carbon membrane and its mathematical modeling", Journal of Membrane Science, 254, 229-239 [2005]

2. G. Pugazhenthi and Anil Kumar, "Experimental and modeling of separation of Cr (VI) from its aqueous solution using PMMA-EGDM ultrafiltration clay composite anion exchange membrane", AIChE J, 51, 2001-2010 [2005]

1. G. Pugazhenthi and Anil Kumar, "Enzyme membrane reactor for hydrolysis of olive oil using lipase immobilized on modified PMMA composite membrane.", Journal of Membrane Science, 228, 187-197 [2004]

1. C. Neelakandan, G. Pugazhenthi and A. Kumar, "Preparation of NOx modified PMMA-EGDM composite membrane for the recovery of chromium (VI)", European Polymer Journal, 39, 2383-2391 [2003]

1. Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, Kannan Pakshirajan, and G. Pugazhenthi , "Facile fabrication of antimicrobial and antioxidant poly (3-hydroxybutyrate)/ginger oil composites for active food packaging applications", 4th International Conference on Materials, Manufacturing and Modelling (ICMMM-2023), Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India. [2023]

2. Khushboo Gupta, Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synergistic influence of multi-walled carbon nanotubes and graphene nanoplatelets on structural, thermal and mechanical characteristics of poly (3-hydroxybutyrate)", 4th International Conference on Materials, Manufacturing and Modelling (ICMMM-2023), Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India. [2023]

3. Nishan Chaudhury and G. Pugazhenthi, "Effect of inexpensive pore-forming agents on the physical characteristics of kaolin-based tubular membranes ", Chemference 2023, BITS Pilani, India (Third prize for best oral presentation) [2023]

1. Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, Kannan Pakshirajan, and G. Pugazhenthi, "A comparative study on structural and antibacterial properties of MgO nanostructures synthesized via microwave and conventional combustion methods", International Online Conference on Nano Materials, International and Inter University Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Kerala, India [2022]

2. Raveendra Goud Thotta, Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, G. Pugazhenthi, "Evaluating the influence of sonication on the thermal properties of polyhydroxybutyrate/boron nitride nanocomposite films ", International Conference on Nanotechnology for Sustainable Living and Environment (ICONNSLE 2022), BITS Pilani, Rajasthan, India (First prize for Best Paper) [2022]

3. Malla Manojkumar, Madu Purnima, and G. Pugazhenthi, "Template-Free Zeolite-P composite membrane supported on a tubular kaolin ceramic substrate: synthesis and characterization", International Conference on Nanotechnology for Sustainable Living & Environment (ICONNSLE 2022), BITS Pilani, Rajasthan, India [2022]

4. Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Development of novel flexible antimicrobial films of poly (3-hydroxybutyrate)/grapeseed oil for potential food packaging applications ", International Conference on Sustainable Approaches in Food Engineering and Technology (SAFETy 2022), Tezpur University, Assam, India and Sultan Qaboos University, Oman (Second prize for Best Paper) [2022]

5. M. Purnima and G. Pugazhenthi, "Facile synthesis of OSDA-free Chabazite (CHA) zeolite crystals coated kaolin ceramic support for the lab-scale continuous recovery of cerium ions from aqueous solution", Second International Conference on Sustainable Technologies for Water Treatment and Desalination (STWTD-2022), National Institute of Technology (NIT) Calicut, India [2022]

1. Satti Venu Gopala Kumari, Kannan Pakshirajan, and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synthesis of nanoflakes-assembled MgO nanoflowers by facile template-free solvothermal method and evaluation of their structural, optical, and antimicrobial characteristics ", International online Conference on Material Science and Technology (ICMT 2021), Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India (First prize for Best Paper). [2021]

2. M. Purnima and G. Pugazhenthi, "An efficient alternative to recover titanium dioxide particles from solution using kaolin based tubular ceramic membrane", Emerging Trends in Separation Science and Technology (e-SESTEC-2020), Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India [2021]

3. M. Purnima, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Treatment of Onshore Oil Field Produced Water using Kaolin based Tubular Ceramic Microfiltration Membrane", International Conference on Advances in Chemical and Environmental Engineering (ACEE-2021), National Institute of Technology Raipur, India [2021]

1. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, and G. Pugazhenthi, "Siliquapods as a novel feedstock for sustainable polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) production", Industrial Pollution and Control Technology-2019 (IPACT 2019), Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu, India. [2019]

2. Poorva Mishra, Kakali Priyam Goswami and G. Pugazhenthi, "Fabrication and characterization of tubular membrane using low cost raw materials: An economic alternative to conventional ceramic membranes", International Conference on Multifunctional and Hybrid Materials for Chemical Process, Energy, Environment and Medical Applications (ICMHCEE 2019), National Institute of Technology (NIT), Tiruchirappalli, India [2019]

3. Kakali Priyam Goswami and G. Pugazhenthi, "An investigation on effect of binder concentration on the alternation of properties of fly ash based tubular membrane", International Conference on Multifunctional and Hybrid Materials for Chemical Process, Energy, Environment and Medical Applications (ICMHCEE 2019), National Institute of Technology (NIT), Tiruchirappalli, India [2019]

4. Madu Purnima, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Fabrication of low cost tubular ceramic membrane for algal separation", International Conference on Multifunctional and Hybrid Materials for Chemical Process, Energy, Environment and Medical Applications (ICMHCEE 2019), National Institute of Technology (NIT), Tiruchirappalli, India [2019]

5. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation and characterization of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) nanocomposites with graphene Nano platelets", 2nd International Conference on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICNAN-2019), Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India [2019]

6. Preeti Singh, N. Arul Manikandan, Madu Purnima and G. Pugazhenthi, "Kaolin based tubular ceramic membrane for the concentration of lignin solution", 16th PATTAYA International Conference on Chemical, Biological, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (PCBAE-19-PATTAYA), Pattaya, Thailand [2019]

7. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Closed loop biorefinery for polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) production", 24th Biological Sciences Graduate Congress (BSGC 2019), University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia [2019]

8. Madu Purnima, N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation and characterization of low-cost kaolin based tubular ceramic membrane for algal separation", The 2nd Green Technologies for Sustainable Water 2019 (GTSW 2019), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam [2019]

9. Kakali Priyam Goswami and G. Pugazhenthi, "Fabrication and characterization of tubular membrane using fly ash as precursor: A solution to fly ash disposal concern", The 2nd Green Technologies for Sustainable Water 2019 (GTSW 2019), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam [2019]

10. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Green production of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) using lignocellulosic biomass (Ceratonia siliqua pods) as a self-sufficient feedstock for upstream to downstream processing", International Conference on Advanced Materials Research (AMRC 2019), National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore [2019]

1. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "A novel ceramic membrane assembly for the separation of polyhydroxybutyrate rich Ralstonia eutropha biomass from culture broth", 11th International Conference on the Challenges in Environmental Science and Engineering (CESE-2018), Bangkok, Thailand. [2018]

2. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Taylor-Couette bioreactor - a novel bioreactor system for polyhydroxybutyrate production from Ralstonia eutropha", 11th International Conference on the Challenges in Environmental Science and Engineering (CESE-2018), Bangkok, Thailand [2018]

3. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan, and G. Pugazhenthi, " Effect of graphene on the thermal properties of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) nanocomposites", Composite Materials for General Engineering, Armour and Aerospace Applications, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, India. [2018]

4. R. Vinoth Kumar, Ashim Kumar Basumatary, G. Pugazhenthi, "Faujasite Zeolite Membrane Supported on Low Cost Tubular Ceramic Substrate for Heavy Metal Removal", An International Conference on Sustainable Water Resources: Innovations & Impacts (TECHNOSCAPE18), Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India. [2018]

1. Preethi Arulmurugan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synthesis and Characterization of Polystyrene (PS)/Modified Ni Al LDH Nanocomposites: Role of Composition, Modifier and Synthesis route of LDH", POLYCHAR 25th-World Forum on Advanced Materials, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia [2017]

2. Kelothu Suresh, R. Vinoth Kumar, Manish Kumar, Ritu Rajkumar Surin and G. Pugazhenthi, "A Simple Sonication Assisted Solvent Blending Route for Fabrication of Exfoliated Polystyrene (PS)/Clay Nanocomposites: Role of Various Clay Modifiers", International Conference of Materials, Manufacturing and Modelling (ICMMM-2017), Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India [2017]

3. Preethi Arulmurugan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Thermal and Rheological Properties of Polystyrene Nanocomposites with Carbon Nanotube and Boron Nitride as Dual Nanofiller: Effect of Boron Nitride Content", International Conference on Recent Advancements in Chemical, Environmental & Energy Engineering (RACEEE-2017), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India [2017]

4. Gitanjali Roy, M. Mohankumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation of Kaolin Based Tubular Ceramic Membrane: Effect of Sintering Temperature", International Conference on Recent Advancements in Chemical, Environmental & Energy Engineering (RACEEE-2017), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India [2017]

5. Kelothu Suresh, Alexis Johnney Mertens, Selvaraj Senthilvelan, R. Uppaluri and G. Pugazhenthi, "Injection-moulded Polystyrene/Layered Double Hydroxides Nanocomposites Spur Gear Performace", International Conference on Nanostructured Materials and Nanocomposites (ICNM-2017), Kottayam, Kerala, India [2017]

1. R. Vinoth Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Optimization of BSA separation using tubular configured FAU-type zeolite membrane through hybrid Response Surface and bi-objective Genetic Algorithm approach", 14th International Conference on Inorganic Membranes (ICIM-2016), Georgia Tech Global Learning Center, Atlanta, GA, USA. [2016]

2. Kelothu Suresh, R. Vinoth Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Effect of organically modified Co-Al and Ni-Al layered double hydroxides on the melt rheological properties of polystyrene nanocomposites", International Conference on Hybrid and Composite Materials, Chemical Processing (HCMCP-2016), Hyderabad, Telangana, India [2016]

3. Kelothu Suresh, R. Vinoth Kumar, Rijumoni Boro, Manish Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Rheological Behavior of Polystyrene (PS)/Co-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) Blend Solution obtained Through Solvent Blending Route: Influence of LDH Loading and Temperature", International Conference on Processing of Materials, Minerals and Energy (PMME-2016), Ongole, Andhrapradesh, India [2016]

4. R. Vinoth Kumar, Ashim Kumar Basumatary and G. Pugazhenthi, "Treatment of local dairy industry wastewater using novel low cost tubular ceramic membrane", The annual Chemical Engineering symposium - Reflux 2016, IIT Guwahati, Assam, India (First Prize in Paper Presentation Competition). [2016]

5. R. Vinoth Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Oily Wastewater Treatment Using Tubular Configured Ceramic Membrane Elaborated from Inexpensive Raw Materials", 3rd Indo-German workshop on Advances in Materials, Reaction & Separation Processes, IIT Guwahati, Assam, India [2016]

6. R. Vinoth Kumar, Ashim Kumar Basumatary and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation of Faujasite (FAU) Zeolite Membrane on Low-Cost Porous Tubular Ceramic Substrate for Removal of Chromium from Wastewater", International Conference on Waste Management - RECYCLE - 2016, IIT Guwahati, Assam, India [2016]

1. Manish Kumar, Samarshi Chakraborty, Kelothu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Influence of Cu-Cr layered double hydroxide (LDH) on the rheological properties and thermal degradation kinetics of PMMA nanocomposites", American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting, Salt Lake City, USA [2015]

2. R. Vinoth Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Hydrothermal synthesis of MFI type zeolite membrane on low cost tubular ceramic substrate for removal of hexavalent chromium", International Conference on Environment 2015 (ICENV-2015), Eastin Hotel, Penang, Malaysia [2015]

3. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, R. Vinoth Kumar, Partha Pratim Adhikari, Aloke Kumar Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Ultrafiltration of FeCl3 from aqueous solution using MCM-41 ceramic composite membrane", International Conference on Environment 2015 (ICENV-2015), Eastin Hotel, Penang, Malaysia [2015]

4. R. Vinoth Kumar, Srijon Guha, M. Mohankumar, G. Pugazhenthi, "Adsorption kinetics & equilibrium studies on removal of Cr(VI) from aqueous solutions using analcim-C zeolite", 68thAnnual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2015), IIT Guwahati [2015]

5. Kelothu Suresh, G. Saranya, M. Kaviya , S. Sowmiya , P. Abinaya sri , Manish Kumar , Payel Sen, R. Anbarasan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Effect of Co-Al LDH Loading on Rheological Behaviour of Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA)/LDH Solutions", 68th Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2015), IIT Guwahati, Assam, India. [2015]

6. Payel Sen, Kelothu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Effect of modified Muti-walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNT) on the properties of Polystyrene/MWCNT nanocomposites", 68th Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2015), IIT Guwahati, Assam, India. [2015]

7. Kelothu Suresh, Manish Kumar, R. Vinoth Kumar, M. Jeyapriya, R. Anbarasan and G. Pugazhenthi, " Sonication assisted synthesis of polystyrene/organoclay nanocomposites: influence of clay content, International Conference on Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (NANO-2015)", K.S. Rangasamy College of Technology, Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu, India [2015]

8. R. Vinoth Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Manufacturing of Analcime-C, MCM-41 and γ-Al2O3 composite membranes on low cost porous ceramic support and their performance in removal of anionic dye", 6th Annual Research Symposium in Chemical Engineering ChEmference-2015, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, India [2015]

9. R. Vinoth Kumar, P. Monash and G. Pugazhenthi, "Treatment of oil-in-water emulsion using tubular ceramic membrane acquired from locally available low cost inorganic precursors", International Conference on Renewable Energy and Sustainable Environment (RESE-2015), Dr. Mahalingam College of Engineering and Technology (MCET), Pollachi, Tamil Nadu. [2015]

10. Kanchapogu Suresh, Manpadu Ramesh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Low Cost Ceramic Microfiltration Membrane for Treatment of Oil-Water Emulsios in Cross Flow Mode", International Conference on New Frontiers in Chemical, Energy and Environmental Engineering (INCEEE-2015), National Institute of Technology Warangal, Warangal, Telangana. [2015]

11. R. Vinoth Kumar, Srijon Guha, M. Mohankumar, "Adsorption kinetics & equilibrium studies on removal of Cr(VI) from aqueous solutions using analcim-C zeolite", 68th Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2015), IIT Guwahati, Assam, India [2015]

1. Manish Kumar, S. Arun, Pradeep Upadhyaya and G. Pugazhenthi, "Role of Various Compatibilizers on the Properties of PMMA/Clay Nanocomposite", International Conference on Advances In Materials and Processing Technology (AMPT-2014), Dubai, UAE [2014]

2. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, A. K. Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation and Evaluation of MCM-48 Ceramic Composite Membrane by Separation of FeCl3 from Aqueous Solution", Frontiers in Chemical Sciences (FICS 2014), IIT Guwahati, Assam. [2014]

3. Kelothu Suresh, R. Vinoth Kumar, M. Jeyapriya, R. Anbarasan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Study on the Effect of Organically Modified Montmorillonite (OMMT) Content on Rheological Properties of Polystyrene Nanocomposites", National Seminar on Recent trends in Fundamental and Applied Chemical Sciences (RTFACS-2014), Department of Chemistry, Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh, Assam [2014]

4. Kanchapogu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Development and Characterization of Thermally Stable Novel Ceramic Membrane from Inorganic Clay Materials for Treatment of Synthetic Oil-water Emulsions", National Seminar on Recent Trends in Fundamental and Applied Chemical Sciences (RTFACS-2014), Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh, Assam. [2014]

5. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, Partha Pratim Adhikari, R. Vinoth Kumar, A. K. Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synthesis of FAU-type Inorganic Ultrafiltration Membrane", National Seminar on Recent trends in Fundamental and Applied Chemical Sciences (RTFACS-2014), Department of Chemistry, Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh, Assam. [2014]

6. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, Partha Pratim Adhikari, A. K. Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Development and Performance Evaluation of MCM-41-Ceramic Composite Membrane by Separation of AlCl3 from Aqueous Solution", International Conference on Advances in Chemical Engineering & Technology (ICACE 14), Thangal Kunju Musaliar College of Engineering, Kollam, Kerala. [2014]

7. Tekula Srinu, Kanchapogu Suresh, A.K. Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Treatment of Oily Wastewater using TiO2 Microfiltration Membrane Prepared on Ceramic Support", International Conference on Advances in Chemical Engineering & Technology (ICACE ’14), Thangal Kunju Musaliar College of Engineering, Kollam, Kerala. [2014]

8. Kelothu Suresh, Rijumoni Boro, R. Vinoth Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Effect of Concentration and Temperature on Rheological Behaviour of Polystyrene Solution", International Conference on Polymer Processing and Characterization (ICPPC 2014), International and Inter University Centre for nanoscience and Nanotechnology (IIUCNN), Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala. [2014]

9. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, A. K. Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Performance Assessment of MCM-48 Ceramic Composite Membrane by Separation of AlCl3 from Aqueous Solution", International Conference on Green Technology for Environmental Pollution Prevention and Control (ICGTEPC 2014), National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli (NITT), India. [2014]

10. Ashim Kumar Basumatary, Partha Pratim Adhikari, A. K. Ghoshal and G. Pugazhenthi, "Removal of AlCl3 from Aqueous Solution with MCM-41-Ceramic Composite Membrane", National Conference on Sustainable Development of Environmental Systems, IIT Guwahati, Assam, India. [2014]

11. Kanchapogu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Utilization of Fly ash in Fabrication of Ceramic Membrane", Annual Symposium on Solid Waste Management (RECYCLE 2014), Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, Assam. [2014]

12. Kanchapogu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Treatment of Oily Wastewater by Ceramic Membrane from Fly ash", Annual Chemical Engineering Symposium (Reflux 2.0), Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, Assam [2014]

13. Kanchapogu Suresh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Performance Evaluation of Microfiltration Ceramic Membrane from Fly ash by Treatment of Oily Wastewater", DAE-BRNS Symposium on Emerging Trends in Separation Science and Technology (SESTEC-2014), Bhabha Atomic Research Center, Mumbai, Maharashtra [2014]

14. Manish Kumar, Ayyankali Muthuraja and G. Pugazhenthi, "Tribological studies of PMMA nanocomposites with organoclay reinforcements", First Symposium on Advances in Sustainable Polymers, IIT Guwahati, Assam, India. [2014]

15. Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi*, and Vimal Katiyar, "Non Isothermal Crystallization Kinetics for Graphene Reinforced Poly (lactic acid) Nanocomposites", First Symposium on Advances in Sustainable Polymers, IIT Guwahati, Assam, India [2014]

1. Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi*, and Vimal Katiyar, "Sucrose Ester/ Poly(lactic acid) Nanocomposites for Food Packaging Application: Fabrication and Characterization", American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting, San Francisco (USA) [2013]

2. Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi*, and Vimal Katiyar, "Fabrication and Thermal Degradation Studies of Exfoliated Graphene Reinforced Poly (lactic acid) Nanocomposite", American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting, San Francisco (USA) [2013]

3. Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi*, and Vimal Katiyar, "Non-Isothermal Degradation Studies of Poly (lactic acid)/Sucrose Ester Nanocomposites", American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting, San Francisco (USA) [2013]

4. Manish Kumar Sinha and G. Pugazhenthi, "Influence of Organomodified Ni-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) Content on the Thermal Properties and Degradation Kinetics of Polystyrene (PS)/Ni-Al LDH Nanocomposites Prepared via Solvent Blending Method", 4th International Conference on Multi-Functional Materials and Structures (MFMS 2013), Bangkok, Thailand [2013]

5. Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi*, and Vimal Katiyar, "Non Isothermal Cold Crystallization Kinetics for Sucrose Palmitate Reinforced Poly (lactic acid) Bionanocomposites", Polymer Processing Society Asia/Australia conference (PPS-2013), Mumbai, India. [2013]

1. Vijay Kumar, Manish Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Kinetics of Thermal Degradation of PMMA/Organoclay Nanocomposites: Effect of Nanoclay Loading", 2nd International Conference on Process Engineering and Advanced Material (ICPEAM 2012), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia [2012]

2. D. Vasanth, K. Surseh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation of Circular Shaped Ceramic Membrane for Oily Wastewater Treatment", 2nd International Conference on Process Engineering and Advanced Material (ICPEAM 2012), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. [2012]

3. Manish Kumar, Vijay Kumar, Pradeep Upaadhyaya and G. Pugazhenthi, "Mechanical Properties of PMMA/Organoclay Nanocomposites Prepared via Melt Intercalation Technique", International Conference on Materials Science and Technology (ICMST 2012), St.Thomas College Pala, Kottayam, Kerala [2012]

4. P. Monash and G. Pugazhenthi, "Removal of Methyl Orange Dye from its Aqueous Solution using Calcined Ni-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) Adsorbent", nd International Conference on Advances in Mechanical, Manufacturing and Building Sciences (ICAMB - 2012), VIT University, Vellore, Tamilnadu [2012]

1. Balakrushna Sahu and G. Pugazhenthi, "Characterization of Polystyrene (PS)/Organomodified Layered Double Hydroxide (OLDH) Nanocomposites Prepared by in situ Polymerization", 20th International Symposium on Processing and Fabrication of Advanced Materials (PFAM XX), Hong Kong, SAR China [2011]

2. Kaberi Kakati, Aditya Prakash, G. Pugazhenthi, "Thermal Properties and Thermal Degradation Kinetics of Polypropylene/ Organomodified Ni-Al Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) Nanocomposites Prepared by Melt Intercalation Technique", 8th International Conference on Composite Science and Technology (ICCST8), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. [2011]

3. Y. N. Prajapati and G. Pugazhenthi, "Influence of Synthesis Methods on the Properties of Nanosized ZrO2: A Comparison Study", POLYCHAR 19-World Forum on Advanced Materials, Kathmandu, Nepal [2011]

4. D. Vasanth, R. Arvind, Raja Subramanian Ramanathan, A. Arunagiri and G. Pugazhenthi, "Removal of methylene blue dye from aqueous solution using mixed clays adsorbent", 64th Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2011), Bangalore [2011]

5. Vijay Kumar, Manish Kumar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Effect of various solvents on the thermal properties and thermal degradation kinetics of PMMA/organoclay nanocomposites prepared by solvent blending method", 64th Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2011), Bangalore [2011]

6. D. Vasanth, G. Pugazhenthi* and R. Uppaluri, "Development of Low Cost Ceramic Microfiltration Membrane from Inexpensive Raw Materials for Bacteria Removal Application", International Conference on Membranes (ICM-2011), Kottayam, Kerala. [2011]

1. D. Vasanth, R. Uppaluri and G. Pugazhenthi, "Development of Porous Ceramic Support by Uniaxial Dry Compaction Method using Low Cost Raw Materials for Membrane Applications", 63rd Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2010), Chidambaram, Tamilnadu. [2010]

1. Abhijit Majhi, P. Monash and G. Pugazhenthi, "Development of Low Cost g-Al2O3-Clay Composite Ultrafiltration Membrane for Separation of Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA)", Euromembrane 2009, Montpellier, France [2009]

2. K. Kakati, G. Pugazhenthi* and P.K. Iyer, "Mechanical Properties of PP/Ni-Al LDH Nanocomposites Prepared by Melt Intercalation Technique, Sixth International Conference on Precision", Meso, Micro and Nano Engineering (COPEN 6), Coimbatore. [2009]

1. Abhijit Majhi and G. Pugazhenthi, "Effect of Ultrasound Stimulation on the Properties of Nano-sized g-Al2O3 Synthesized from Aluminium Chloride Salt", International Conference on Recent Trends in Materials and Mechanical Engineering (ICMME-2008), Pollachi [2008]

2. Monash P, Abhijit Majhi and G. Pugazhenthi, "dsorption studies of methylene blue onto MCM-41", The 12th International Conference of International Association for Computer Methods and Advances in Geomechanics (IACMAG 2008), Goa [2008]

3. P. Monash, A. Majhi, P. Balasubramanian and G. Pugazhenthi, "Review on Treatment of Textile Plant Effluent by Membrane Separation Processes", Second International Conference on Resource Utilization and Intelligent Systems (INCRUIS 2008), Kongu Engineering College, Perundurai, Erode. [2008]

1. G. Pugazhenthi* and Anil Kumar, "Lipase Catalyzed Hydrolysis of Olive Oil in the Biphasic Enzyme Membrane Reactor: Modeling of Mass Transfer Effect", American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting, Salt Lake City, USA [2007]

2. Balakrushna Sahu and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synthesis of polystyrene (PS)/ novel layered double hydroxide (LDH) nanocomposites by solvent blending method,", National Conference on Frontiers in Chemical Engineering (NCFCE 2007), Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati. [2007]

3. P. Monash, Abhijit Majhi and G. Pugazhenthi, "Characterization of low cost clays for preparation of porous ceramic membrane supports", National Conference on Frontiers in Chemical Engineering (NCFCE 2007), Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati. [2007]

4. Abhijit Majhi, Abhigyan Gupta, P. Monash, T. Sivasankar and G. Pugazhenthi, "Preparation and Characterization of Nano-sized Alumina Powders by Ultrasound Stimulation", 60th Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2007), Kolkata, India [2007]

5. D. Ghosh, A. Majhi, P. Ghosh and G. Pugazhenthi, "Development and characterization of ceramic supports for ultrafiltration membranes", 60th Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2007), Kolkata, India [2007]

6. Balakrushna Sahu and G. Pugazhenthi, "Synthesis and Characterization of Polystyrene/Layered Double Hydroxide Nanocomposites", International Seminar on Frontiers in Polymer Science and Technology (POLY-2007), Guwahati (Selected for Best Paper Award). [2007]

7. K. Srinivasulu, A. Difoe, G. Pugazhenthi and A. Verma, "Development of hybrid Nafion® membrane for direct methanol fuel cell", International Conference on Cleaner Technologies and Environmental Management (ICCTEM)-2007, Pondicherry [2007]

8. G. Pugazhenthi*, Manoj Kumar, Anupam Shukla and Anil Kumar, "Characterization of analcime-C zeolite clay composite ultrafiltration membrane: Organic solvent permeation study", International Conference on Cleaner Technologies and Environmental Management (ICCTEM)-2007, Pondicherry [2007]

1. G. Pugazhenthi*, R. M. Mohanty and K. Balasubramanian, "Synthesis of boehmite using metallic aluminium waste and its use as coating material for inorganic membrane", International Congress of Chemistry and Environment (ICCE) - 2005, Indore [2005]

1. G. Pugazhenthi, S. Sachan, Nanda Kishore and Anil Kumar, "Modelling and separation properties of nitrated and aminated carbon membrane derived from phenol-formaldehyde resin for chromium (VI) recovery", Euromembrane 2004, Humbarg, Germany [2004]

1. G. Pugazhenthi and Anil Kumar, "Immobilization of lipase onto chemically modified PMMA composite membrane for hydrolysis of olive oil", 56th Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2003), Bhubaneswar, India [2003]

1. G. Pugazhenthi, C. Neelakandan and Anil Kumar, "Effect of nitration of PMMA composite membrane on the recovery of Cr (VI)", 55th Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2002), Hyderabad, India [2002]

2. Anupam Shukla, G. Pugazhenthi and Anil Kumar, "Sodium salt splitting by a novel ceramic polymer composite membrane at low temperature & low current density", 55th Annual Meeting of Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (CHEMCON 2002, Hyderabad, India [2002]

1. R. Vinoth Kumar, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Petroleum versus biorefinery based platform chemicals", Platform Chemical Biorefinery: Future Green Industry,Elsevier, (eBook ISBN: 9780128030042; Hardcover ISBN: 9780128029800 (2017)

2. R. Vinoth Kumar, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Malic and succinic acid - potential C4 platform chemicals for polymer and biodegradable plastic production", Platform Chemical Biorefinery: Future Green Industry,Elsevier, eBook ISBN: 9780128030042; Hardcover ISBN: 9780128029800 (2017)

3. N. Arul Manikandan, R. Vinoth Kumar, G. Pugazhenthi and Kannan Pakshirajan, "Biorefinery and possible deforestation", Platform Chemical Biorefinery: Future Green Industry,Elsevier, eBook ISBN: 9780128030042; Hardcover ISBN: 9780128029800 (2017)

4. Ravibabu Valapa, G. Pugazhenthi and Vimal Katiyar, "Poly(lactic acid) Nanocomposites Reinforced with Different Additives", Nanocomposites: Science and Fundamentals in "Handbook of Composites from Renewable Materials",Wiley-Scrivener , 1-8, 978-1-119-22381-8 (2017)

5. Sravanthi Loganathan, Ravibabu Valapa, Raghvendra Kumar Mishra, G. Pugazhenthi and Sabu Thomas, "Thermogravimetric analysis for characterization of nanomaterials", Thermal and Rheological Measurement Techniques for Nanomaterials Characterization,Elsevier , 3, eBook ISBN: 9780323461450; Hardcover ISBN: 9780323461399 (2017)

6. Ravibabu Valapa, Sravanthi Loganathan, G. Pugazhenthi, Sabu Thomas and T.O. Varghese, "An overview of polymer-clay nanocomposites", Clay-Polymer Nanocomposites,Elsevier, eBook ISBN: 9780323461610; Hardcover ISBN: 9780323461535 (2017)

7. R. Vinoth Kumar, I. G. Moorthy, L. Goswami, G. Pugazhenthi, Kannan Pakshirajan, Adrián M. T. Silva and Sergio Morales-Torres, "Analytical methods in biodiesel production", Biomass Valorization to Bioenergy,Springer, eBook ISBN: 978-981-15-0410-5; Hardcover ISBN: 978-981-15-0409-9 (2019)

8. G. Krishnamoorthy, G. Pugazhenthi and D. Ramaiah, "Resorbable polymer matrices: chitosan-substituted collagen-based biomaterials", Materials for Biomedical Engineering: Absorbable Polymers,Elsevier, 9780128184158 (2019)

9. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Value addition of waste lignocellulosic biomass through polyhydroxybutyrate production", Waste Biorefinery: Integrating Biorefineries for Waste Valorisation,Elsevier, eBook ISBN: 9780128182291; Hardcover ISBN: 9780128182284 (2020)

10. Tanushree Paul, Moumita Nandi, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Product evaluation: safety and toxicity studies", Biomedical Product and Materials Evaluation,Elsevier, eBook ISBN: 978-0-12-823966-7 (2022)

11. N. Arul Manikandan, Kannan Pakshirajan and G. Pugazhenthi, "Plant-based Active Compounds in Food Packaging", Biopolymer-Based Food Packaging: Innovations and Technology Applications,John Wiley & Sons, ISBN: 9781119702252 (2022)