Assistant Professor at National Institute of Technology, Srinagar , India.
Dr. Asma Iqbal, ๐ Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at NIT Srinagar, is a dynamic researcher specializing in distillation-based separation, process simulation, and wastewater treatment. ๐ง With a Ph.D. from AMU and post-doctoral work at IIT Kanpur, she boasts 10+ high-impact publications in renowned journals like Chemosphere and Separation and Purification Technology ๐. Dr. Iqbal has received numerous accolades, including Best Paper Awards ๐
and Gold Medals ๐ฅ, and is actively collaborating with international institutes such as MIT and Coventry University ๐. She blends research with societal impact through projects like IoT-based crop irrigation systems ๐ฑ and Dal Lake pollution remediation. An inspiring mentor, she guides multiple Ph.D. and undergraduate projects and has delivered keynote talks across India. ๐ก Adept with simulation tools like Aspen Plus and MATLAB, Dr. Iqbal exemplifies academic excellence, innovation, and community service, making her a distinguished candidate for the Best Researcher Award. ๐
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Education ๐๐๐ง
Dr. Asma Iqbal holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the prestigious Aligarh Muslim University, where she earned accolades for her academic excellence. Her journey began with a B.Tech from NIT Srinagar, where she graduated with distinction and ranked third in her class ๐
. She further pursued her M.Tech at AMU, earning a gold medal for topping the university with an outstanding CGPA of 9.556 ๐ฅ. Her schooling years in Kashmir were equally remarkable, as she consistently achieved distinction honors ๐งโ๐ซ๐. Throughout her educational trajectory, she cultivated a deep passion for complex chemical processes, process design, and energy-efficient technologies. Her multidisciplinary foundation, combining theoretical depth and computational expertise, set the stage for a vibrant career in research and academia. With each academic milestone, Dr. Iqbal not only excelled personally but also laid the groundwork for making impactful contributions to sustainable chemical engineering ๐ฟ๐.
Professional Experience ๐ข๐งช
Dr. Asma Iqbal has an extensive and dynamic professional background rooted in both teaching and research. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor at NIT Srinagar, where she has been instrumental since March 2020. Her previous academic engagements include a post-doctoral fellowship at IIT Kanpur, where she worked on enhanced distillation systems under the mentorship of Dr. Nitin Kaistha ๐ฌ๐. Dr. Iqbal has also held academic positions at AMU and the Islamic University of Science and Technology, making her teaching experience diverse and interdisciplinary ๐๐งโ๐. In addition to classroom excellence, she has guided numerous B.Tech and internship projects on wastewater treatment, simulation, and bioenergy ๐๐ก. Her administrative contributions include NBA accreditation coordination, lab supervision, and digital asset management at NIT. This combination of practical mentorship, high-impact research, and leadership in academic governance reflects her commitment to shaping the next generation of chemical engineers ๐๐.
Research Interests ๐งช๐ฌโป๏ธ
Dr. Asma Iqbalโs research pursuits are rooted in sustainable process engineering and advanced separation technologies. Her core expertise lies in azeotropic distillation, pressure swing distillation, and process intensification, using cutting-edge tools like Aspen Plus and DWSIM ๐งฌ๐งโ๐ป. She explores simulation-driven conceptual design of chemical processes, energy optimization through heat integration, and circular economy strategies for industrial waste treatment ๐๐. Her research also branches into IoT-integrated agriculture systems, specifically focusing on smart irrigation for saffron cultivation, blending chemical engineering with digital innovation ๐พ๐ฒ. Recently, she has explored adsorption techniques using microplastics for water purification and worked on Dal Lake restoration, aligning her work with environmental sustainability goals ๐ง๐ฟ. Her scholarly contributions are frequently published in high-impact journals, and her collaborative spirit connects her with top institutions worldwide. Dr. Iqbalโs interdisciplinary lns, from perfumes to semiconductors, exemplifies a forward-thinking, solution-driven research philosophy ๐๐.
Awards and Honors ๐๐๐
Dr. Asma Iqbal has received numerous accolades throughout her academic and professional career, reflecting her unwavering excellence and commitment to innovation. Among her top distinctions are the University Gold Medal in M.Tech and the DST INSPIRE Fellowship for doctoral research, awarded to top-tier scholars in India ๐ฅ๐. She has been honored with Best Paper Awards at international conferences hosted by reputed institutions such as Cranfield University and Kashmir University. Recognized for her global collaboration, she received a Certificate of Excellence from Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia for her role as a reviewer โ๏ธ๐. Additionally, she serves as a mentor for national initiatives like the Smart India Hackathon and has presented keynote addresses in high-level academic workshops ๐ฃ๏ธ๐ฉโ๐ซ. Her scholarly memberships with IIChE, IEI, and an international society based in the UK underscore her contributions on both national and international stages ๐๐. Each award amplifies her influence in advancing chemical engineering.
Conclusion ๐๐ฏ
Dr. Asma Iqbal embodies the synthesis of academic rigor, technological innovation, and sustainable engineering. With a robust educational pedigree, extensive teaching experience, and a prolific research portfolio, she has established herself as a thought leader in chemical process design and environmental solutions ๐๐ก. Her journey reflects a balance of theoretical insight and practical applicationโfrom designing advanced distillation columns to implementing IoT in agriculture. An advocate for clean technologies, she actively contributes to the circular economy, water purification, and resource-efficient systems ๐ฟ๐ง. Dr. Iqbal’s collaborative mindset, combined with her mentoring and administrative leadership, positions her as a catalyst for academic transformation. As she continues to inspire students, drive cutting-edge research, and contribute to global sustainability dialogues, her work remains a beacon of excellence in the chemical engineering community ๐งช๐๐.
Publications Top Notesย
Title: Revolutionizing perfume creation: PTD’s innovative approach
Authors: Asma Iqbal, Mohammad Amil Bhat, Qazi Muneeb, Muazam Javid
Year: 2025
Citations: โ (New publication, citation data pending)
Source: Digital Chemical Engineering (Open Access)
Title: Pressure swing distillation of azeotropic mixtureโA simulation study
Authors: Asma Iqbal, S.A. Ahmad
Year: 2016
Citations: 34
Source: Perspectives in Science, Volume 8, Pages 4โ6
Title: Design and control of an energy-efficient alternative process for separation of Dichloromethane-Methanol binary azeotropic mixture
Authors: Asma Iqbal, S.A. Ahmad
Year: 2019
Citations: 25
Source: Separation and Purification Technology, Volume 219, Pages 137โ149
Title: Entrainer based economical design and plantwide control study for Tetrahydrofuran/Water separation process
Authors: Asma Iqbal, S.A. Ahmad
Year: 2018
Citations: 21
Source: Chemical Engineering Research and Design, Volume 130, Pages 274โ283
Title: Strategies for separating pressure sensitive binary azeotropes
Authors: Asma Iqbal, S.A. Ahmad
Year: 2022
Citations: 8
Source: Journal of King Saud University – Engineering Sciences, Volume 34(2), Pages 88โ97
Title: Appropriate selections of distillation column control variable to improve integrating material recycle response
Authors: Asma Iqbal, S.A. Ahmad
Year: 2019
Citations: 5
Source: Journal of King Saud University – Engineering Sciences, Volume 31(2), Pages 106โ113
Title: Design of an IoT-based saffron crop irrigation system
Authors: Asma Iqbal, S.A.A. Taqvi, J. Asim, Q. Muneeb, G. Mahajan, R. Sambyal, S. Anand
Year: 2024
Citations: 3
Source: Industrial Crops and Products, Volume 212, Article 118350
Title: Energy-efficient and cost-effective alternative separation techniques for 2-methoxyethanolโtoluene azeotropic mixture: Design and control studies
Authors: Asma Iqbal, M.A. Qyyum, A.S. Nizami, S.A. Ahmad, M. Lee
Year: 2021
Citations: 3
Source: Chemical Engineering and Processing โ Process Intensification, Volume 163, Article 108376