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Prahlad Murthy serves as Professor of Environmental Engineering and Associate Dean for the College of Science & Engineering at Wilkes University, where he has held academic positions since 1993. He also directs Global Engagement initiatives and advises the university's Air & Waste Management Association student chapter.
His educational credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Texas A&M University
- M.S. in Environmental Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, India
- B.S. in Civil Engineering from Bangalore University, Bangalore, India
Dr. Murthy's research integrates environmental engineering with practical applications, focusing on air quality management, sustainable water treatment systems, and geospatial technologies for environmental monitoring. His work bridges classroom instruction with real-world challenges like Marcellus Shale development and homeland security applications, while emphasizing ethical professional practices in engineering education.
His publications demonstrate consistent focus on embedding regional environmental issues into undergraduate curricula, advancing sustainability frameworks in engineering education, and applying geospatial tools to complex challenges like energy extraction and security monitoring.
Notable recognitions include:
- Wilkes University Outstanding Advisor Award (2015)
- Wilkes University Alumni Mentorship Award (2013, 2005)
- Air & Waste Management Association Education Award (1999)
- Outstanding Teaching Award (1997)
Dr. Murthy has mentored numerous senior capstone design teams and independent research projects while serving as ABET program evaluator for over a decade. His administrative leadership includes department chairmanship and current associate deanship, driving curriculum development and accreditation compliance.
He co-founded and advises Wilkes' A&WMA student chapter, and served as Chair (2013) and Vice-Chair (2012) of the Mid-Atlantic States Section, fostering industry-academia partnerships through regional conferences and professional development initiatives.
