Garima Choudhary
Greater Noida
Summary
UGC NET-qualified Environmental Engineering researcher currently pursuing a PhD, with strong academic grounding and hands-on research experience in sustainable nanomaterials, wastewater treatment, and pollution mitigation. Eager to contribute to research excellence, innovative teaching, and student mentorship in a reputed academic institution such as Gautam Buddha University. Committed to advancing environmental sustainability through impactful, community-focused engineering solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gautam Buddha University
08.2022 - Current
- Conducting research on green synthesis of nanomaterials and biochar for wastewater treatment.
- Focused on removal of heavy metals and organic pollutants from Delhi’s water systems.
- Collaborating with local labs and institutions for photocatalytic remediation studies.
M.Tech Thesis – Nano-Material Waste Disposal Methodologies
DRDO
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Conducted lab-scale experiments for safe degradation of nanomaterials.
- Developed safety models for disposal techniques of engineered nano-waste.
- Explored disposal methodologies for nanomaterial waste generated in DRDO laboratories.
- Assisted in developing a framework for environmental risk assessment and guidelines for safe disposal.
Trainee
NDMC (New Delhi Municipal Council)
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Carried out manual estimation and costing of civil infrastructure projects.
Trainee
DMRC (Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd.)
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Practical training at DMRC Project CC-94 (Noida City Centre to Sector 62).
- Observed construction activities such as pile foundation, pile caps, and bar bending schedule.
Education
M.Tech - Environmental Engineering
Gautam Buddha University
01-2020
B.Tech - Civil Engineering
Gautam Buddha University
01-2018
PhD - Environmental Engineering
Gautam Buddha University
Skills
- MATLAB, AutoCAD
- SPSS, MS Excel
- Spectroscopy (UV-Vis, FTIR), SEM
- Nanomaterial Synthesis, Cloud Point Extraction
- Research Writing, Student Mentorship
- Presentation & Communication Skills
Certification
UGC NET Qualified – Environmental Sciences (2024)
OTHER RESEARCH AREAS
- Microbial degradation of nanomaterials
- Cloud point extraction for nanomaterial recovery
- Biochar development from biomass (rice husk, sawdust, etc.)
ACADEMIC & ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIVITIES
- Assisted in organizing departmental seminars and conferences.
- Maintained academic records and supported student project evaluations.
Awards
- Secured 3rd position in Extempore Competition by Civil Engineering Academic Society (CEAS)
- Gold Medal in Declamation Competition by D.A.V. Public School, Saharanpur
- Silver Medal in Debate Competition by D.A.V. Public School, Saharanpur
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above-mentioned information is true to the best of my knowledge. Place: Greater Noida Signature: (Garima Choudhary)
Timeline
Gautam Buddha University
08.2022 - Current
M.Tech Thesis – Nano-Material Waste Disposal Methodologies
DRDO
01.2020 - 04.2021
Trainee
NDMC (New Delhi Municipal Council)
05.2019 - 07.2019
Trainee
DMRC (Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd.)
05.2018 - 07.2018
M.Tech - Environmental Engineering
Gautam Buddha University
B.Tech - Civil Engineering
Gautam Buddha University
PhD - Environmental Engineering
Gautam Buddha University