Arul C is a Research Scholar from SASTRA Deemed University (Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy), India in the School of Chemical & Biotechnology (SCBT). He completed his B.Sc (2019)., M.Sc. (2021) in Chemistry (Government Arts College, Coimbatore) and served as Testing Assistant (Water & Analytical Department) in SITRA (South Indian Textile Research Association) until 2021. Currently, pursuing his doctorate under the supervision of Prof. V. Ponnusami in the field of Biomass conversion & Biorefinery since 2022. His area of research includes biomass valorization, biomass conversion, biorefinery, lignin valorization, biomass catalysis, sustainable development, and circular economy. Apart from academic research, he is also actively involved in industrial consultancy projects.