Department of Chemical Engineering

Department of Chemical Engineering
Established in 1964, a leading institution known for quality education and innovative research.

Campus

Pilani Campus

Department Contact Details

Contact Name

Dr Banasri Roy

Designation

Head Of Department

Phone

+91-1596-25-5637

Fax

banasri.roy@pilani.bits-pilani.ac.in

Address

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani - 333031 (Rajasthan) India

Department E-mail

Department Summary

The Department of Chemical Engineering at BITS-Pilani, Pilani Campus, established in 1964, is dedicated to educating undergraduate and graduate students and advancing knowledge through research. As one of the premier departments in the country, it provides a unique educational and research environment, with a significant emphasis on interdisciplinary and industrial collaborations. The department offers degree programs across three tiers of education: the Integrated First Degree (B.E.), the Higher Degree (M.E. in Chemical Engineering), and the Ph.D. degree (both on-campus and off-campus). Committed to excellence, the department evaluates the success and leadership of its programs using the highest standards of quality, innovation, and visibility.

BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus's Chemical Engineering Department has a rich tradition of developing competent engineers since it was founded in 1964. The department has earned a reputation for academic and industry-readiness over the years.

We provide a suite of programs aimed at addressing varied educational requirements, such as the Integrated First Degree (B.E.), Higher Degree (M.E.), and Ph.D. programs. These programs are both on-campus and off-campus, with flexibility for students and researchers.

Our department strongly emphasizes interdisciplinary research, which fosters collaboration among different areas of engineering and science. This model allows students and faculty to engage complex real-world problems with creative solutions.

Aside from research, we have close ties to industry partners. These relationships assist in giving students hands-on learning experience, internships, and project work, gearing them towards productive careers as chemical engineers and in allied fields.

Message from Head of Department (HOD)

Welcome to the Department of Chemical Engineering at BITS Pilani. We have been committed to developing excellence in education, research, and industry interaction since our inception in 1964. Our legacy is a testament to our commitment to designing the future of chemical engineering through quality education and pioneering research.

Our programs of study are designed to create highly qualified engineers and researchers who are well-placed to tackle changing challenges in chemical engineering. We focus on both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience to equip our students for effective careers.

Research is at the heart of our department, where students and faculty join forces to develop innovative projects that challenge the state of the art in chemical engineering. Our cooperative culture facilitates imagination and creativity, making novel breakthroughs in the field.

We extend a friendly welcome to be a part of this thrilling adventure of learning, discovery, and development. Join us as we work to make a difference in the world using chemical engineering.
– Head of Department

Department Responsibilities

The Department of Chemical Engineering of BITS-Pilani, Pilani Campus, has a pivotal role in educating students at different academic levels. Since its inception in 1964, the department provides integrated and well-developed academic programs through the Integrated First Degree (B.E.), the Higher Degree (M.E. in Chemical Engineering), and doctoral research, both on-campus and off-campus. Through them, it provides a strong fundamental foundation along with advanced specialization in chemical engineering, equipping the students to enter careers in academia, industry, and research.

One of the fundamental duties of the department is its commitment to performing world-class research. Students and faculty are motivated to engage in novel research activities that extend the body of knowledge of chemical engineering as a field. The department maintains a research environment that focuses on novelty, impact, and scholarly contribution so that the body of knowledge is developed and the limits of what can be done in the field are expanded.

Interdisciplinary cooperation is also one of the core areas of emphasis for the department. It actively pursues collaborations that cross over between chemical engineering and other scientific and engineering fields. Additionally, the department appreciates and fosters industrial collaborations to ensure that teaching and research have relevance to actual applications. This strategy not only enhances academic life but also enhances students' preparedness for professional settings.

Lastly, the department is dedicated to achieving high levels of quality, innovation, and visibility in all its pursuits. It continuously assesses the accomplishment of its research and academic programs against international and national standards. Through these standards, the department works towards creating leaders who can play meaningful roles in society, industry, and the international scientific community.

Academic Programs Offered

Ph.D – Chemical Engineering

B.E.(Chemical)

M.E. (Chemical)

Research & Innovation

Preferred Research Areas

It is the mission of the Department of Chemical Engineering to offer quality education at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. The programs are structured to establish a firm foundation of knowledge while imparting necessary practical skills for development in their chosen profession.

We actively promote innovative research and cross-disciplinary collaborations to solve difficult problems in chemical engineering. Our students and faculty collaborate on projects that advance the boundaries of science and technology and lead to meaningful solutions.

Industry partnerships are an integral part of our strategy, providing students with useful practical experience and real-world learning environments. Industry partnerships also assist in ensuring our teaching and research keep pace with industry needs and trends.

In order to keep our programs competitive and relevant, we regularly review and enhance the curriculum in compliance with international standards. We also focus on fostering student development through mentorship and offering extensive research and professional opportunities.

Ongoing Research Projects

The Department of Chemical Engineering attaches significant importance to carrying out research that addresses actual-world, industry-specific problems. Students and faculty members work together on projects to identify new ways of solving issues encountered in chemical production, energy generation, waste treatment, and other related areas. The pragmatic orientation ensures that the department's academic activities continue to have close ties with the industry's needs.

Most of these research programs are funded by renowned national and international funding organizations. Research grants from the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), and international organizations provide necessary inputs for promoting experimental and theoretical research. Not only does this endorsement of research activity confirm the significance of research activity at the department level, but it also provides a cutting-edge research infrastructure.

One characteristic of the department's research is the emphasis on sustainability. Projects are more and more focused on designing green chemical processes, renewable energy systems, and sustainable materials. Researchers take an active role in minimizing carbon footprints, enhancing energy efficiency, and advancing circular economy practices in chemical engineering practice.

With this integration of industrial applicability, international cooperation, and environmental sustainability, the department is constantly extending the frontiers of chemical engineering research. It seeks to deliver innovations that serve society while preparing students to be future-ready engineers capable of contributing to sustainable technological development.

Research Scholars

Our M.E. and Ph.D. students are a core component of the research culture of the department. They work intensely on advanced-level projects in a variety of specializations, including reaction engineering, process systems, environmental technologies, and biochemical engineering. Their research contributes to the mission of the department to solve real-world problems with innovative research.

Such students are privileged to have close guidance from senior faculty members who walk them through the nitty-gritty of research design, experimentation, and data analysis. Frequent contact with the faculty and fellow students fosters an exciting learning environment where ideas are exchanged and honed on a regular basis. Such a collaborative setting enhances the strength and value of the department's research contributions.

Ph.D. and M.E. researchers are also motivated to attend seminars, workshops, and conferences. Through such venues, they are able to present their research, obtain comments, and keep themselves abreast of international trends in chemical engineering. Their presentations result in publications in well-regarded journals, which contribute to strengthening the department's academic standing.

Along with research, these postgraduates support teaching aid, laboratory management, and dissemination of knowledge in the department. Through their active participation, academic rigors are ensured, and undergraduate students are motivated to pursue advanced studies, further supporting the department's academic excellence pledge.

Patents & Innovations

The BITS Pilani Department of Chemical Engineering promotes a culture of innovation and applied research. Students and faculty are urged to look beyond the usual academic context, seeking real-world problems in industry and society that can be solved through scientific innovation. This approach has given rise to new technologies, processes, and solutions that transcend the laboratory to impact real-world reality.

One of the main products of this innovation-fostered strategy is the creation of patents. Several research projects sponsored by faculty members and supported by students have led to patentable technology, highlighting the ingenuity and applicability of their research. These patents tend to concentrate on fields like green chemical processes, waste treatment, energy-saving systems, and novel materials.

Apart from intellectual property development, the department also focuses on the translational value of its research. Technologies generated here are often licensed to industry or modified for public use, which maximizes their contribution to society. Examples are low-cost purification technologies, biodegradable polymers, and efficiency-optimized process solutions custom-made to satisfy industry requirements.

By closing the gap between research in academia and industrial use, the department continues to show how higher learning innovation can fuel technological progress. Its focus on developing solutions that are not only innovative but also socially responsive underscores the department's larger mission: to catalyze sustainable industrial growth and human well-being.

Publications & Journals

Teachers and research scholars in the Department of Chemical Engineering continue to contribute towards developing the field through scholarly publications of high standards. They publish their work in prestigious national and international journals, besides publishing in high-grade conferences, mirroring the depth and acuteness of the research efforts of the department. Their publications range widely across fields of process optimization, environmental sustainability, materials development, and biochemical engineering.

The department fosters a research culture that appreciates originality, academic excellence, and impact in society. The faculty guides scholars to develop work that not only gets rated on the international academic scale but also responds to critical industrial and environmental issues. Consequently, most of the published works attract citations and compliments from academia and industry practitioners.

Attendance at international conferences provides opportunities for faculty and scholars to showcase their research on global platforms. The conferences provide opportunities for networking, partnership, and benchmarking the results of research against the best worldwide. They also provide a platform to obtain insights that inform improvement in current and future projects.

The regular publication of research papers significantly adds to the department's scholarly reputation. It reflects the innovative nature and dedication of the faculty and researchers to innovate and contribute valuable improvements to chemical engineering, both theoretically and practically.

Department of Chemical Engineering

Department Summary

Message from Head of Department (HOD)

Department Responsibilities

Academic Programs Offered

Research & Innovation

Preferred Research Areas

Ongoing Research Projects

Research Scholars

Patents & Innovations

Publications & Journals

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