Dy. Environmental Engineer at Gujarat Environment Management Institute, India.
Smruti V. Patel is a dedicated environmental engineer 🌿 with over a decade of experience in environmental management and policy implementation. She currently serves as a Deputy Environmental Engineer at the Gujarat Environment Management Institute (GEMI), where she leads impactful environmental projects. With a strong academic background in Environmental Engineering (B.E., M.Tech) 🎓 and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law & Policy, she combines technical expertise with regulatory insights. Her work includes groundwater quality studies, air pollution analysis, and conservation planning for eco-sensitive zones. She has also contributed to research through publications 📑 and online education initiatives.
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Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Smruti V. Patel is a highly qualified environmental engineer with over a decade of experience in environmental research, policy implementation, and management. Her expertise spans key areas such as groundwater quality assessment, air pollution analysis, and conservation planning, making her a strong contender for a Best Researcher Award.
Her background in environmental engineering (B.E., M.Tech) and environmental law & policy gives her a unique interdisciplinary approach, allowing her to bridge the gap between scientific research and regulatory frameworks. Serving as Deputy Environmental Engineer at the Gujarat Environment Management Institute (GEMI), she has played a crucial role in executing government-led environmental initiatives and sustainable policy development.
Education & Work Experience 📚💼
Education 🎓
- B.E. in Environmental Engineering (2013) – Gujarat Technological University (8.38 CGPA)
- Post-Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law & Policy (2015) – National Law University, New Delhi (B Grade)
- M.Tech in Environmental Engineering (2020) – Swarrnim Startup & Innovation University (8.08 CGPA)
Work Experience 💼
- Deputy Environmental Engineer – GEMI, Gandhinagar (2022–Present) 🔹 Leads and manages environmental projects.
- Assistant Environmental Engineer – GEMI, Gandhinagar (2015–2022) 🔹 Planned and monitored environmental initiatives.
- Environmental Engineer – GEMI, Gandhinagar (2013–2015) 🔹 Executed various environmental projects.
Professional Development 🚀📖
Smruti Patel has consistently pursued professional growth in environmental research and management. As a project head at GEMI, she has led several crucial initiatives, including groundwater quality assessments, air pollution control studies, and eco-sensitive zone planning 🌍. Her role as a Course Coordinator for an online EIA impact assessment course 📚 reflects her commitment to knowledge dissemination. She actively collaborates with researchers, policymakers, and environmental organizations to develop sustainable solutions 🌱. Additionally, her journal publication and leadership in environmental projects underscore her ability to integrate scientific research with practical implementation.
Research Focus Areas 🔬🌱
Smruti Patel’s research primarily revolves around environmental impact assessment, water quality management, air pollution studies, and conservation planning. Her work on groundwater quality in Gujarat 💧 has provided critical insights into contamination levels and sustainable water resource management. Additionally, she has contributed to air pollution analysis through a Source Apportionment Study in Ahmedabad 🌫️. She has also been instrumental in eco-sensitive zone planning 🏞️, helping develop master plans for protected areas like Marine National Park & Wildlife Sanctuaries. Her research focus combines policy formulation, environmental engineering, and sustainability initiatives to drive impactful environmental changes.
Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️
🔹 Recognized as Project Head for major environmental studies at GEMI 🌍.
🔹 Successfully coordinated online environmental impact assessment courses 📚.
🔹 Published peer-reviewed research in the Environmental Claims Journal (2019) 📑.
🔹 Led high-impact government environmental projects on water, air, and conservation planning 🌱.
🔹 Contributed to policy and legal frameworks for eco-sensitive zones 🏞️.
Publication Top Notes
1. Potential health concerns due to elevated nitrate concentrations in groundwater of villages of Vadodara and Chhota Udaipur districts of Gujarat, India
- Authors: S.V. Patel, N. Khatri, P. Chavda, A.K. Jha
- Journal: Journal of Water and Health
- Year: 2022
- Citations: 6
Study Focus
- Investigates the nitrate contamination in groundwater in villages of Vadodara and Chhota Udaipur districts in Gujarat, India.
- Assesses potential health risks due to excessive nitrate concentrations, particularly on human health.
- Discusses sources of nitrate pollution, which may include agricultural runoff, sewage leakage, and industrial discharge.
Health Concerns
- Methemoglobinemia (“Blue Baby Syndrome”) in infants
- Increased risk of gastric cancer and other gastrointestinal diseases
- Possible links to thyroid disorders and reproductive issues
Relevance
- Highlights the urgent need for groundwater monitoring and mitigation measures.
- Suggests potential solutions such as alternative water sources, nitrate removal techniques, and improved waste management.