Dr. Manoj Kumar Jindal is an active researcher who has completed a Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry and is currently focusing on environmental chemistry/science research, particularly in the fields of water and radiation, including water quality, quantity, sustainability, and water chemistry. He has worked on the uranium–water nexus. He has over ten years of experience in research and teaching. Presently, he works as a researcher at the Center for Sustainable Drinking Water, IITJ-Jal Jeevan Mission at the Indian Institute of Technology, Jodhpur (IITJ), Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India. Previously, he worked at the Divecha Centre for Climate Change, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, India, for two years and at IIT Bhilai for 3.5 years. He has authored over 35 research publications in indexed journals. He is also the author/editor of five books and numerous book chapters. He serves as a reviewer for many journals and book proposal.
Dr. Kiran Patni is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry at Graphic Era Hill University, Bhimtal Campus, Uttarakhand, India. She received her Ph.D. in Chemistry from Kumaun University, Nainital, Uttarakhand, India. Her Ph.D. research focused on the spatial distribution of uranium and other water quality parameters that affect the suitability of water for drinking purposes. Dr. Patni’s research interests include water quality assessment, water pollution control, and water resource management. She has published several research papers and book chapters in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her work at national and international conferences. Dr. Patni is a dedicated and passionate teacher. She is committed to providing her students with high-quality education and preparing them for careers in environmental science and water resource management. She is also actively involved in outreach activities and public education programs to raise awareness of water quality issues and promote sustainable water management practices.