Designations & Key Roles: Head of Department & Associate Professor – Department of Civil Engineering, JCT College of Engineering and Technology Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) Coordinator & Innovation Head – JCT Institutions Global Ambassador of Sustainability Founding Member & Principal Council Member (Sustainable Design/Global Sustainability Initiatives) Controller of Examinations – JCT Institutions HEI Mentor – Viksit Bharat Buildathon & National Entrepreneurship Challenge (IIT Bombay) Biography: Dr. V. Murugesh is an accomplished academician, research excellence awardee, and international speaker specializing in Structural and Civil Engineering, with a profound focus on sustainable construction practices and green innovation. With over 24 years of combined experience spanning academic leadership and industrial project management, Dr. Murugesh currently serves as the Head of the Civil Engineering Department and Innovation Head at JCT Institutions. He holds a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, where he was a Master of Engineering Gold Medalist, and has completed a Post-Doctoral Fellow (PDF) program specializing in advanced structural design. A passionate advocate for the circular economy, Dr. Murugesh actively champions “Waste to Wealth” initiatives, researching how to transform industrial byproducts, plastic waste, and pollution into high-performance, resilient infrastructure. His research has earned prestigious funding and recognition from bodies like the Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology (TANSCST) and international research grants. Beyond the classroom and the lab, he leverages his platform as a global sustainability ambassador to mentor the next generation of engineers and entrepreneurs, bridging the gap between cutting-edge infrastructure design and global environmental responsibility. Country of Origin 🇮🇳 India (Chennai / Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu) Professional Network LinkedIn Profile: Dr. V. Murugesh on LinkedIn