The NorthCap University, India
👨🎓Profiles
🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Vaishali Sahu embarked on her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from SGSITS, Indore, laying the foundation for her expertise in engineering. She further specialized in Environmental Engineering by obtaining a Master’s degree from IIT Roorkee, one of India’s premier institutions. Her commitment to academic excellence culminated in a Ph.D. from The NorthCap University, Gurgaon, where she delved deeper into sustainable waste management and environmental engineering.
💼 Professional Endeavors
With over 16 years of experience, Dr. Sahu has established herself as a leader in academics, research, and administration. She currently holds the position of Associate Head and Associate Professor in the Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering at The NorthCap University, Gurgaon, Haryana. Additionally, she plays a crucial role as the Deputy Director of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), ensuring academic and research excellence at the university.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Sahu’s research interests span across solid and liquid waste management, sustainable waste management, water and wastewater treatment, pollution control, and environmental geotechnology. Her research and teaching contributions have significantly influenced advancements in waste recycling, resource management, and environmental sustainability.
She has:
✔️ Published over 42 research articles in renowned national and international journals.
✔️ Authored 2 books in the field of environmental engineering.
✔️ Presented 22+ research papers at prestigious conferences worldwide.
✔️ Supervised 4 Ph.D. theses, 20 M.Tech dissertations, and 20+ B.Tech projects focused on sustainable environmental solutions.
✔️ Currently guiding 10 Ph.D. scholars at The NorthCap University.
📊 Impact and Influence
Dr. Sahu’s contributions extend beyond academia into policy and practical applications of waste and water management. Her expertise has been recognized through research funding, including:
✅ DST-funded project (₹25.41 lakhs) – “Experimental and Numerical Study of Single Pile Capacity Adjacent to Existing Buried Pipe System” (Completed in 2020).
✅ Two international projects ($15,900) – Funded by Cintana Education in collaboration with universities from Mexico, Peru, and Egypt.
Her role as a reviewer for reputed international journals further highlights her influence in shaping research trends in environmental sustainability.
📚 Academic Citations and Recognition
Dr. Sahu’s work has garnered significant academic citations due to its impact in the domain of environmental engineering and sustainability. Her research findings have been referenced in multiple studies, contributing to policy frameworks, industrial applications, and further innovations in waste management and pollution control.
🛠️ Technical Skills
Dr. Sahu is proficient in:
✔️ Solid and Liquid Waste Management Techniques
✔️ Water and Wastewater Treatment Processes
✔️ Environmental Geotechnology
✔️ Air Pollution Control Strategies
✔️ Sustainable Infrastructure Planning
🎓 Teaching Experience
As an educator, Dr. Sahu has been instrumental in mentoring students and fostering research-driven learning. Her teaching experience includes:
📌 Guiding students in sustainable waste management and environmental conservation projects.
📌 Providing hands-on training in resource recycling and water purification technologies.
📌 Encouraging multidisciplinary approaches in civil and environmental engineering.
🌎 Legacy and Future Contributions
Beyond academia, Dr. Sahu is deeply committed to social and community development. She strongly advocates for volunteering and community engagement, emphasizing the importance of environmental awareness. Through her initiatives at NCU, she is shaping a community of responsible and environmentally conscious individuals.
Her future contributions are poised to drive:
🌍 Sustainable urban development through innovative waste management solutions.
🔬 Cutting-edge research in water treatment and pollution mitigation.
📘 Policy recommendations for improving environmental regulations.
👩🎓 Student-led research projects with real-world environmental impact.
📖Notable Publications
Stabilization of fly ash and lime sludge composites: Assessment of its performance as base course material
Authors: V Sahu, A Srivastava, AK Misra, AK Sharma
Journal: Archives of Civil and Mechanical Engineering
Year: 2017
A comparative study on the removal of heavy metals by adsorption using fly ash and sludge: A review
Authors: G Varma, RK Singh, V Sahu
Journal: International Journal of Application or Innovation in Engineering and …
Year: 2013
Development of geopolymer cement concrete for highway infrastructure applications
Authors: N Dave, V Sahu, AK Misra
Journal: Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology
Year: 2020
The use of fly ash and lime sludge as partial replacement of cement in mortar
Authors: V Sahu, V Gayathri
Journal: International Journal of Engineering and Technology Innovation
Year: 2014
Identification of watershed preference management areas under water quality and scarcity constraints: Case of Jhajjar district watershed, India
Authors: R Gupta, AK Misra, V Sahu
Journal: Applied Water Science
Year: 2019
Sustainability assessment of EPS-geofoam in road construction: A case study
Authors: DK Srivastava, A Srivastava, AK Misra, V Sahu
Journal: International Journal of Sustainable Engineering
Year: 2019