Faculty

Dr. Manoj Pal is a faculty member and researcher with over 17 years of academic and research experience, currently working in the area of Microbial Electrochemical Technologies, with a primary focus on Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs), Microbial Electrolysis Cells (MECs), and value-added product (VAP) generation from waste. He obtained his Ph.D. from IIT Roorkee and is GATE, CSIR-NET, and USET qualified. His strong background in microbial physiology and electrochemical systems supports the development of efficient and sustainable bioelectrochemical platforms. Dr. Pal completed two postdoctoral fellowships in Israel—at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Ben-Gurion University of the Negev—where he gained extensive expertise in microbial systems and cellular processes, including collaborative research with the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry (MPIB), Germany. His research group focuses on: -MFCs for waste treatment and bioelectricity generation -MECs for biohydrogen and energy-rich product formation -Conversion of organic waste into valuable bioenergy and platform chemicals Recently, his team has developed a cost-effective MFC system aimed at sustainable waste management and resource recovery. Dr. Pal has published over 30 research articles in reputed journals and currently supervising 6 Ph.D. scholars. He actively encourages students to engage in hands-on research addressing challenges in energy, environment, and sustainability.