A research initiative focused on sustainable energy innovation has received financial support from the Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology (KSCST) for the academic year 2022–2023.
The project, titled “Evolving Biowaste into Biobattery – An Approach to Find a Novel Organic Electrode,” has been sanctioned a grant of ₹8,000 under the student project programme. The study aims to explore the potential of converting organic waste into functional bio-batteries, contributing to the growing field of eco-friendly energy solutions.
The project is guided by Dr. Sushil Kumar Middha and Dr. Usha T, who are mentoring a team of biotechnology students. The student researchers involved in the project include Ms. Zeenat Afreen, Ms. Harini R, Ms. Hemalatha P, and Ms. Kavyashree B from the Department of Biotechnology.
With increasing global emphasis on sustainable technologies, the project seeks to develop novel organic electrode materials derived from biowaste. This approach not only addresses waste management challenges but also opens new avenues in renewable energy generation.
The support from KSCST highlights the importance of encouraging student-led research in emerging scientific domains and fostering innovation at the academic level.