Dr. Keerthi Katam

Mahindra University
India

Abstract Title: Non-Target Screening and Spatial Analysis of PFAS Abundance in Durgam Cheruvu Lake, India

Biography:

Dr. Keerthi Katam earned her Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, India, specializing in cost-effective biological processes for wastewater treatment. She has authored over 30 research publications focusing on sustainable wastewater management, with key contributions in areas such as algal-bacterial systems for micropollutant and nutrient removal, photobioreactor design, and studies on surfactant biodegradability across Asian countries. Her work has been featured in leading journals including Science of the Total Environment and the Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, with several papers gaining significant citations. Dr. Katam's research bridges academic excellence and practical solutions, making a meaningful impact on environmental engineering and sustainable water treatment technologies.

Research Interest:

Dr. Keerthi Katam’s research interests lie in sustainable and cost-effective wastewater treatment technologies. Her work focuses on algal-bacterial systems, micropollutant and nutrient removal, photobioreactor development, and the biodegradability of surfactants. She is particularly interested in advancing integrated biological processes that offer practical and scalable solutions for environmental and public health challenges, with a strong emphasis on applying these systems in developing regions.