Nagpur: Prof. (Dr.) Shriram S. Sonawane, a distinguished Professor of Chemical Engineering at Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur, has been honoured with the “Vidarbha Gaurav Puraskar” by Vidarbha Gaurav Pratishthan for his outstanding contributions to science, technology, and social innovation.

Recognized globally for his groundbreaking research, Dr. Sonawane has consistently featured (2022–2025) in Stanford University’s Top 2% Scientists list, placing him among the world’s most influential scientific minds. His pioneering work in nanotechnology, environmental engineering, process intensification, and wastewater remediation has driven significant advancements in industrial and environmental sustainability.

With a research career spanning 22 years, Dr. Sonawa

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