Dr. Imran Ahmad
Postdoctoral Researcher | Environmental Engineer | Scientific Consultant | Photobioreactor Engineering | Microalgal Biotechnology | Wastewater Treatment | Circular Bioeconomy| Nature Based Solutions
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About Imran
Imran Ahmad is an accomplished Environmental Engineering specialist with extensive expertise in wastewater treatment and algal biotechnology. Over his career, Imran has demonstrated adept leadership in academic and research settings, particularly in designing sustainable solutions for industrial waste treatment. He contributes significantly to the field through managing international collaborations, organizing conferences, and mentoring students in innovative research projects. Based in India, Imran offers advanced knowledge in environmental engineering, fostering cross-institutional partnerships, and driving impactful research towards sustainability goals.
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Imran Ahmad is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute for Water and Wastewater Technology (IWWT), Durban University of Technology (DUT), specializing in algae biotechnology and advanced wastewater treatment systems for environmental sustainability and circular bioeconomy applications. He holds an MPhil and PhD from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, with focused expertise in biological wastewater treatment, microalgal bioremediation, nutrient recovery, and resource valorization. His research integrates fundamental science with engineering innovation, emphasising scalable, field-deployable solutions for sustainable water management and climate-responsive technologies. Dr Ahmad’s technical strengths lie in the design, optimisation, and scale-up of photobioreactors, anaerobic treatment systems, and microalgae-based wastewater treatment technologies addressing critical challenges such as nutrient pollution, carbon emissions, and water reuse. His work demonstrates a strong balance between experimental research, process engineering, and real-world implementation. He previously served as a Bioprocess Engineer and Scientific Consultant at PhyEcoSyS, a technology-driven startup focused on microalgal carbon sequestration and wastewater bioremediation, where he translated laboratory research into industrially relevant environmental solutions. Dr Ahmad has contributed to several high-impact international initiatives, including the Indo-European Horizon 2020 PAVITR project and Liquid Trees, supporting the development of efficient wastewater treatment, algal cultivation, and bioenergy generation systems. Dr Ahmad also holds a utility innovation for a modified grease trap design optimised for restaurant wastewater, demonstrating his ability to translate research outputs into practical engineering tools with direct industry relevance. His scholarly contributions include publications in high-impact international journals and recognition through awards such as the My Membrane Award from the Malaysia Membrane Society (UTM) and acknowledgements from Japan’s Algae Industry Incubation Consortium. In addition, he has edited and contributed to academic books published by leading publishers, including IWA Publishing, Springer, IGI Global, and CRC Press, thereby strengthening global discourse in environmental engineering and sustainable technologies. With over eight years of academic experience, Dr Ahmad has mentored students, developed laboratory infrastructure, and fostered interdisciplinary collaborations, consistently advancing research that delivers measurable environmental and societal impact.
Work History
Postdoctoral Researcher
Institute for Water and Wastewater Technology, Durban University of Technology
2025 - Present
- Designing closed and Open photobioreactor systems for microalgal bioremediation and biomass production. Investigating microalgae–bacteria symbiosis to enhance nutrient removal, carbon uptake, and system stability in wastewater treatment processes. Assessing the treatment potential of High-Rate Algal Ponds (HRAPs) for the removal and biodegradation of emerging contaminants from municipal and industrial effluents. Simulating and analyzing hydrodynamic characteristics within HRAPs to optimize mixing efficiency, light distribution, and overall reactor performance.
Bioprocess Technical Officer
PhyEcoSyS
2025 - 2025
- Designing and developing algae-based technologies for carbon sequestration and wastewater treatment. Optimising photobioreactors and integrated treatment systems to enhance algal productivity and environmental sustainability. Contributing to circular economy models by utilising algal biotechnology for resource recovery and creating value-added bioproducts. Developing innovations that promote climate resilience and sustainable water management through bioremediation strategies.
Bioprocess Engineer & Scientific Consultant
ProalgaeTech
2024 - 2025
- Design and consultancy services for pond systems suitable for microalgae-based wastewater treatment, tailored to site-specific conditions. Providing technical expertise in the development, monitoring, and optimization of algae cultivation systems, ensuring compliance with relevant environmental and operational standards. Advising on algae strain selection, system efficiency, carbon capture optimization, and integration with existing wastewater treatment infrastructure. Periodic review and modification of system designs based on ongoing operational feedback, changes in regulatory requirements, or advancements in technology. Engaging with collaborators and industry partners to advance research initiatives, facilitating discussions and contributing to writing grant proposals to secure funding for innovative algal biotechnology projects.
Research Scientist & Plant Operations Manager
Liquid Trees
2023 - 2024
- Installation and operation of Solar System-20 KVA Off-grid Rooftop Solar Power Plant. Working with Academia people to stabilise the Startup. Design, construction, operation, & maintenance of High-Rate Algal Ponds (HRAPs) [capacity-400,000 litres]. Algal Cultivation and Scaling-up. Operation & Maintenance of Filtration System. Design & Construction of a cost-effective trash removal system for Hindon River (trash for trash).
Research Associate
PAVITR (HORIZON 2020 Indo-Euro Water Technology Programme)
2023 - 2023
- Design, Implementation, & Monitoring of Pilot Plant comprising High-Rate Algal Pond (HRAP) at the project site. Assisting PG students with journal paper writing. Writing Research Proposals. Assisting five PG students with Dissertation writing. Organizing International/National Conferences/Seminars. Invigilation and other Examination portfolios.
Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering (Head of Department)
Aligarh College of Engineering and Technology
2015 - 2016
- Ensure seamless department operations, such as teaching, timetable, and examinations. Essential in recruiting and supervising teaching and non-teaching staff for the department. Established all the laboratories in the curriculum of Civil Engineering at the U.G. level. Provided expertise as an Advisor on lab infra-related purchases (Procurement In-charge). Established an internal monitoring system for conducting fair examinations. Established a particular cell for the counselling and motivation of the weaker students. Appointed as Paper Setter by Integral University, Lucknow, India.
Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering (Head of Department)
Vivekananda College of Technology & Management
2008 - 2015
- Essential in recruiting and supervising teaching and non-teaching staff for the department. Recruited the faculty as the Head of the Department (Civil Engineering). Received Best Teacher Award. Established over fifteen laboratories for the department at the U.G. level. Part of the AICTE team and Board Member facilitating State-level exams conducted by Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU). Nominated by UPTU as an External Examiner. Several students from the batches are recruited in the public sector. Led the Disciplinary Committee, ensuring adherence to institutional regulations and professionally handling student disciplinary matters.
Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering
Aligarh College of Engineering & Management
2008 - 2008
- Teaching UG Courses. Guiding UG Projects. Provided hands-on guidance to undergraduate students in conducting laboratory experiments. Timetable and Examination in charge. Led the Disciplinary Committee.
Education Summary
Dr. [Name] possesses extensive academic credentials in wastewater treatment and environmental engineering, culminating in a PhD from the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology at U.T.M, Kuala Lumpur, completed in 2023. Prior to this, Dr. [Name] earned an M.Phil. from the Razak Faculty of Engineering and Informatics at U.T.M, also in Kuala Lumpur, in 2019. Their foundational knowledge in civil and environmental engineering was developed through an MTech from Zakir Hussain College of Engineering and Technology, A.M.U. Aligarh, India, and a BTech in Civil Engineering from the same esteemed institution. This extensive educational background underscores a profound expertise in the field of environmental engineering.
Education History
PhD in Wastewater Treatment, Environmental Engineering
Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology, U.T.M, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2025
M.Phil. in Wastewater Treatment, Environmental Engineering
Razak Faculty of Engineering and Informatics, U.T.M, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2025
MTech. in Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
Zakir Hussain College of Engineering and Technology, A.M.U. Aligarh, India
2025
B. Tech. in Civil Engineering
ZHCET, A.M.U. Aligarh, India
2025
SSSC
A.M.U Aligarh
2025
High School
S.T. High School, A.M.U., Aligarh
2025
Publications Summary
Dr. Imran Ahmad is a distinguished researcher in environmental sustainability, bioeconomy, and microalgal biotechnology, with expertise in bioremediation, wastewater treatment, and circular bioeconomy approaches. His research focuses on developing sustainable, nature-based solutions for environmental remediation, resource recovery, and green technology applications to address pressing global environmental challenges. He has made significant scholarly contributions through 60+ research publications, 6 edited books, and 2 patents/innovations. His work has been published in leading high-impact journals, including Progress in Energy and Combustion Science, and in books by renowned publishers such as Springer Nature and Elsevier. In addition, he serves as a reviewer for more than 25 national and international peer-reviewed journals, further demonstrating his active role in advancing scientific research and promoting excellence in environmental and sustainability studies.
Published Works
Performance of Anammox in Industrial Wastewater Treatment: Recent Advances and Future Prospects
Book ChapterTreatment of Restaurant Wastewater using Microalgae
PosterPotential of Algae in the Phyco-Remediation of Industrial Wastewater
Book ChapterBiodiesel from Microalgae: In-depth Extraction Processes and Transesterification Strategies
Book ChapterNanocellulose: Harnessing Sustainability from Biomass to Biocomposites
BookNanocellulose: Harnessing Sustainability from Biomass to Biocomposites
BookEfficient pollutant and nutrient removal from restaurant wastewater using Chlorella vulgaris in a bubble column photobioreactor
Journal ArticleBioremediation of Restaurant Wastewater using extremophilic Galdieria sulphuraria in subtropical weather conditions: An approach contributing to circular bioeconomy and environmental sustainability
PosterIntroduction to nature-based solutions for wastewater treatment
Book ChapterNature-based Solutions for Wastewater Treatment and Bioenergy Production
BookGreen Technologies for Wastewater Treatment and Bioenergy Production
BookBioremediation of restaurant wastewater using extremophilic Galdieria sulphuraria: An approach contributing to circular bioeconomy and environmental sustainability
Journal ArticleBioremediation of restaurant wastewater using extremophilic Galdieria sulphuraria: An approach contributing to circular bioeconomy and environmental sustainability
Journal ArticleOpen and Closed Photobioreactors for Microalgal Cultivation and Wastewater Treatment
Book ChapterNature-based Solutions for Wastewater Treatment and Bioenergy Production
BookEfficient pollutant and nutrient removal from restaurant wastewater using Chlorella vulgaris in a bubble column photobioreactor
Journal ArticleGreen Technologies for Wastewater Treatment and Bioenergy Production
BookComputational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation modeling for the cultivation of microalgal monoculture in an axenic enclosed bubble column photobioreactor (BCPBR)
Journal ArticleBatch cultivation of Chlorella vulgaris and simultaneous treatment of restaurant wastewater
Journal ArticleMicroalgae-based bioremediation of pharmaceutical wastewater
Book ChapterHarvesting and Lipid Extraction of Microalgal Biomass
Book ChapterBiocomposites from Microalgae
Book ChapterZooming in to the Composites from the Aquatic Environment
Book ChapterMicro and macro analysis of restaurant wastewater containing fat, oil, grease (FOG): An approach based on prevention, control, and sustainable management
Journal ArticleLife Cycle Assessment for Microalgal Biocomposites
Book ChapterComposites from the Aquatic Environment
BookEnhanced microalgal lipid production for biofuel using different strategies, including genetic modification of microalgae: A review
Journal ArticleIn Silico Models on Algal Cultivation and Processing: An Approach for Engineered Optimization
Book ChapterLandfill management and efficacy of anaerobic reactors in the treatment of landfill leachate
Book ChapterHandbook of Research on Algae as a Sustainable Solution for Food, Energy, and the Environment
BookRole of Algae in Cancer
Book ChapterHarnessing solar radiation for potential algal biomass production
Book ChapterThe role of restaurant wastewater for producing bioenergy towards a circular bioeconomy: A review on compositions, environmental impacts, and sustainable integrated management
Journal ArticlePotential of Photobioreactors (PBRs) in Cultivation of Microalgae
Journal ArticleBioremediation strategies of palm oil mill effluent and landfill leachate using microalgae cultivation: An approach contributing towards environmental sustainability
Journal ArticleSustainable solid waste management in Yemen: environmental, social aspects, and challenges
Journal ArticleFeasibility and viability of procuring biohydrogen from microalgae: An emerging and sustainable energy resource technology
Conference PaperHarnessing solar radiation for potential algal biomass production
Book ChapterNutritional and Medicinal Potential of Bottle Gourd (Lageneria siceraria): A Mini Review
Journal ArticleRole of Algae in Built Environment and Green Cities: A Holistic Approach towards Sustainability
Journal ArticleComposites leading to a clean and green future
Book ChapterStudy and quality evaluation of candy prepared by using bottle gourd
Conference PaperWater Distribution and Non-Revenue Water Management Scenario in Asian Countries: Malaysian Perspective
Journal ArticleChlorella Vulgaris: A Potential Microalgae having Myriad Biotechnological Applications
Conference PaperThe Contribution of Microalgae in Bio-refinery and Resource Recovery: A Sustainable Approach Leading to Circular Bioeconomy
Journal ArticleQuantitative Sustainability Assessment of Solid Waste Management in Sana’a, Yemen: Challenges and Improvement Measures
Journal ArticleRole of microalgae in sustainable energy and environment
Conference PaperEffect of organic loading rate on the performance of a modified anaerobic baffled reactor treating landfill leachate containing heavy metals
Journal ArticleDetrimental effects of fat, oil and grease (FOG) and its sustainable management for energy and environment
Conference PaperPotential of microalgae in bioremediation of wastewater
Journal ArticleConsequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on solid waste management: Scenarios pertaining to developing countries
Journal ArticleApplication of bioelectrochemical systems in wastewater treatment and hydrogen production
Book ChapterEvolution of Photobioreactors: A Review based on Microalgal Perspective
Conference PaperQuantitative Sustainability Assessment of Solid Waste Management in Sana’a, Yemen: Challenges and Improvement Measures
Journal ArticleStart-up of Modified Anaerobic Baffled Reactor for the Treatment of Landfill Leachate by Using Granular Sludge
Journal ArticleEfficacy of microalgae as a nutraceutical and sustainable food supplement
Conference PaperTreatment of landfill leachate using a modified anaerobic baffled reactor
Journal ArticleAnaerobic Digestion of Microalgae: Outcomes, Opportunities and Obstructions
Conference PaperSustainable entrepreneurship, Integrative framework and propositions
Journal ArticleStart-up of Modified Anaerobic Baffled Reactor for the Treatment of Landfill Leachate by Using Granular Sludge
Journal ArticleEffectiveness of Anaerobic Technologies in the Treatment of Landfill Leachate
OtherStart-Up Performance of Modified Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (MABR) for the Treatment of Landfill Leachate
Conference PaperSanitary landfill is a solution in solid waste management or a silent threat to the environment: Malaysian scenario
Journal ArticleGracilaria Changii: Seaweed Adding Value to Heavy Metals Removal from Leachate
Conference PaperA review of municipal solid waste (MSW) landfill management and treatment of leachate
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Certifications Summary
The individual holds a PhD in Wastewater Treatment with a specialization in Environmental Engineering from the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology, showcasing advanced expertise in the field. Prior to this, they completed an M.Phil. in the same specialization at the Razak Faculty of Engineering and Informatics, U.T.M., indicating a solid foundation in environmental engineering practices. Furthermore, they have an MTech in Civil Engineering with a focus on Environmental Engineering from Zakir Hussain College of Engineering and Technology, A.M.U. Aligarh, and a foundational B.Tech. in Civil Engineering from the same institution, illustrating comprehensive knowledge and proficiency across civil and environmental engineering disciplines.
Certifications
MTech. in Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
Zakir Hussain College of Engineering and Technology, A.M.U. Aligarh, India
B. Tech. in Civil Engineering
ZHCET, A.M.U. Aligarh, India
M.Phil. in Wastewater Treatment, Environmental Engineering
Razak Faculty of Engineering and Informatics, U.T.M, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
PhD in Wastewater Treatment, Environmental Engineering
Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology, U.T.M, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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