Harshita Jain

Dr. Harshita Jain


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Academic Career Length

7Years (2020-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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11 February 2025 in Discover Civil Engineering
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PRPrangya Rath
Prangya Rath
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Moharana ChoudhuryMoharana Choudhury
Moharana Choudhury
One of the fastest-growing waste streams globally, e-waste is a severe environmental and public health threat. India generates about 1.45 million metric tons of e-waste annually, and the recycling rate is approximately 5%. Rapid improvements in information and communication technology are forecast to continue exacerbating global e-waste production’s growth, projected to increase by 4–5% annually into the foreseeable future. Poor end-of-life management of e-waste results in the release of hazardous organic mixtures and heavy metals like lead (Pb) into the air, soil, and water, and poses significant health risks such as respiratory problems and cardiovascular disease. By critically examining e-waste management strategies, this review shows that sustainable policies are vital in reducing the observed risks. This review focuses on sustainable practices and proper legislation that can improve the overall e-waste impacts and their implications on human health and its surrounding environment. In addition, the review recommends the implementation of innovative recycling technologies and public awareness campaigns to boost recycling rates and public perception of e-waste hazards. This review synthesizes the practices and impacts of e-waste generation and comprehensively provides actionable insights for policy and stakeholder responses to address this crucial problem.

15 May 2024 in Water, Air, & Soil Pollution
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8 July 2025 in Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for Global Change
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25 March 2025 in International Journal of Environmental Research
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RDRenu Dhupper
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AMAshish Mathur
Ashish Mathur

10 December 2024 in City and Built Environment
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To address the multifaceted aspects of indoor environmental sciences, this review paper critically investigates the optimization of thermal comfort and the development of heat-resilient indoor environments. Drawing on knowledge from a wide range of disciplines, such as chemistry, microbiology, public health, psychology, epidemiology, engineering, and toxicology, among others, it provides an extensive overview of recent study findings. The paper examines solutions targeted at reducing the negative impacts of heat stress while improving thermal comfort levels indoors, highlighting the complex link between indoor environment, human health, and comfort. Using both theoretical frameworks and actual data, the study assesses a variety of cutting-edge methods, such as behavioral interventions, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, passive design strategies, and adaptable building materials. The statement underscores the importance of interdisciplinary cooperation in tackling the intricate problems related to interior thermal comfort and resistance to heat waves. The review attempts to offer practical insights for practitioners and researchers looking to optimize interior settings for human health and well-being by looking at the synergistic impacts of several treatments. Additionally, the research emphasizes how crucial it is to consider the larger context of climate change and its effects on interior spaces. To improve our understanding of thermal comfort optimization and heat-resilient design techniques, it suggests new research directions and knowledge gaps and advocates for ongoing interdisciplinary inquiry. In the end, the review adds to the continuing conversation about designing livable, sustainable, and healthful interior spaces in the face of changing weather patterns.