NML Jamshedpur Scientist Wins Prestigious Award for Sustainable Metal Extraction

Dr. Abhilash honored with Vigyan Yuva – Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award

CSIR-NML scientist recognized for groundbreaking work in sustainable metal extraction and waste recycling.

JAMSHEDPUR – Dr. Abhilash, Senior Principal Scientist at the CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory, has been awarded the Vigyan Yuva – Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award for Engineering Sciences.

Dr. Abhilash was presented with the accolade by President Droupadi Murmu, who recognized his exceptional contributions.

The scientist has devised novel methods for extracting critical and strategic metals from secondary resources.

His research is dedicated to the advancement of industrial practices and scientific knowledge by utilizing mine and process refuse.

Dr. Abhilash effectively commercialized technologies for bioprocessing uranium from low-grade tailings.

Additionally, he devised techniques for the remediation of contaminated sites, thereby demonstrating the environmental applications of his research.

The scientist’s innovations encompass the extraction of rare-earth elements from red soil, blast furnace slags, and EV batteries.

His research has substantial implications for the waste recycling, metallurgical, and mining sectors.

Dr. Abhilash’s research is focused on the critical challenges of environmental sustainability and resource recovery.

The award emphasizes the potential of his work to further technological advancement and sustainable development in India.

His accomplishments establish him as a pioneer in the application of technology to advance industrial and environmental development.