Innovative Research Award
Sagar Kanekar
MIT World Peace University
Sagar Kanekar is a researcher affiliated with MIT World Peace University whose scholarly work focuses primarily on microbiology. His publication record, citation performance, and research visibility indicate sustained contributions to scientific investigation and academic dissemination. The profile presented here summarizes his research achievements and their relevance to recognition through the Cryogenicist Global Awards.[1]
Abstract
Sagar Kanekar has established a developing academic profile in microbiology through research publications, interdisciplinary collaboration, and measurable scholarly impact. His documented work contributes to advancing microbiological understanding while supporting evidence-based scientific practice and knowledge dissemination. With eleven indexed publications, one hundred twenty-eight citations, and an h-index of six, his research demonstrates consistent visibility within the scientific community. These metrics, combined with institutional affiliation and active research engagement, indicate meaningful academic influence. The profile reflects sustained commitment to scientific excellence and provides an objective basis for consideration within the Innovative Research Award category at the Cryogenicist Global Awards.[1]
Keywords
Microbiology, Scientific Research, Academic Publications, Citation Impact, Research Excellence, Innovation, Scopus, Higher Education.[1]
Introduction
Research evaluation integrates publication quality, citation performance, and scientific contribution to determine academic influence. This profile presents a concise overview of Sagar Kanekar’s scholarly activities using publicly available bibliometric indicators and institutional information.[1]
Research Profile
Affiliated with MIT World Peace University, Sagar Kanekar conducts research in microbiology with emphasis on scientific publication and knowledge development. His Scopus-indexed profile reflects eleven publications, one hundred twenty-eight citations, and an h-index of six.[2]
Research Contributions
His research contributes to microbiological science through peer-reviewed publications supporting experimental investigation, scientific communication, and collaborative scholarship. These contributions strengthen knowledge exchange while encouraging continued advancement within the discipline.[3]
Publications
The documented publication portfolio consists of eleven indexed scholarly articles. Collectively, these publications demonstrate continuous research productivity and provide measurable evidence of scientific engagement within microbiology and related research areas.[3]
Research Impact
Citation metrics indicate growing recognition within the research community. One hundred twenty-eight citations and an h-index of six demonstrate that published studies have contributed to scholarly discussion and have been referenced by subsequent investigations.[4]
Award Suitability
The documented publication record, citation performance, institutional affiliation, and continued research activity collectively support consideration for the Innovative Research Award based on transparent academic indicators and demonstrated scholarly contribution.[5]
Conclusion
Sagar Kanekar’s academic profile reflects sustained participation in microbiological research supported by recognized bibliometric indicators. The available evidence demonstrates meaningful scholarly engagement suitable for professional academic recognition.[5]
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References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Sagar Kanekar, Author ID 25627842200. Scopus.https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=25627842200
- Kulkarni, A., Kanekar, S., Kore, D., Harkare, V., & Desai, S. (2026). Utilization of waste glycerol for the production of environment-friendly biopolymer using Halobacterium noricense. In Sustainable Waste Management Practices (Vol. 1, pp. 411–420). Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering (Vol. 736). Springer.
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-95-1438-0_32
- Lad, A. A., Kanekar, S. P., Kulkarni, A. D., Gaikwad, V. D., Gaikwad, S. V., Kore, D., Harkare, V., & Desai, S. (2026). Efficient biopolymer recovery from Halobacterium noricense MITWPUHA6 via hydrodynamic cavitation: Extraction, mechanism, yield enhancement, and physicochemical characterization. Next Research, 10, 101877.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nexres.2026.101877
- Kanekar, S. P., Saxena, N., Pore, S. D., Arora, P., Kanekar, P. P., & Dhakephalkar, P. K. (2015). Draft genome sequence of Halostagnicola sp. A56, an extremely halophilic archaeon isolated from the Andaman Islands. Genome Announcements, 3(6), e01332-15.
https://doi.org/10.1128/genomeA.01332-15
- Kanekar, P. P., Kanekar, S. P., Kelkar, A. S., & Dhakephalkar, P. K. (2011). Halophiles – Taxonomy, diversity, physiology and applications. In Microorganisms in Environmental Management (pp. 1–34). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-2229-3_1