N. ANANTHARAMAN, Ph.D., is a former Professor (HAG), Department of Chemical Engineering, NIT Tiruchirappalli (NITT).Dr. Anantharaman held several key administrative positions. He served as Dean (Academic) from 2010 to 2012, and later headed the Department of Energy and Environment.Dr. Anantharaman has published numerous research articles in both national and international journals. He has guided several students through their Ph.D. and M.S. programs and continues to mentor students in chemical engineering and related disciplines. He has chaired technical sessions at national conferences and serves as a reviewer for various academic journals.His contributions extend beyond academia through MHRD, DST,CSIR and UKIERI sponsored projects and active involvement in continuing education programs and workshops for educators and practicing engineers. He was awarded ‘Distinguished Alumni Award’ by NITT in 2020 for Excellence in Academic/Research/Innovation/Invention. Dr. Anantharaman has also participated in international academic engagements, including a visit to NTU Singapore under the TEQIP program, and has travelled to Dubai, the United States, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.