Faculty

Core Research Domains:

Research Area 

• Geopolymer Concrete & Sustainable Cementitious Materials (Self-compacting  geopolymer concrete, industrial by-products, fly ash, GGBFS, rice husk ash, waste  rubber powder). 
• Structural Engineering & Material Performance (Strength, durability, and  microstructural characterization of advanced concretes). 
• Recycled & Green Construction Materials (Recycled aggregate concrete, fiber reinforced composites, granite waste, and alternative binders). 
• Optimization & Predictive Modeling (Advanced statistical methods and AI-based  strength prediction for sustainable concretes).
• Repair and Rehabilitation Techniques (Durability enhancement and sustainable  approaches for RCC and steel structures). 

Research Focus:

PhD Awarded on:”A Study on the Strength and Durability of Multicomponent Binder based Self-Compacting Geopolymer Concrete by using water glass.

Journal/ Conference Paper Published /Communicated:

• Thatikonda, N., Nannuta, S. S. P., Maheshwaram, S., Gugulothu, H., Vookanti, A., and Manupati, V. (2026). Ambient-cured one-part geopolymer systems from industrial by-products: A sustainable chemistry pathway for low-carbon cementitious materials. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 50, 102361. DOI: 10.1016/j.scp.2026.102361 (SCIE). IF: 6.7 (Q1).
• Chaitanya, B. K., Sri Durga, C. S., Thatikonda, N., et al. (2026). Integration of machine learning and microstructural characterization for strength forecasting with silica fume and M-sand for sustainable concrete. Scientific Reports, 16, 8858. DOI: 10.1038/s41598-026-43410-1 (SCIE). IF: 4.9 (Q1).
• Naresh, T., Mallik, M., Rao, S. V., Sameer, M., Dora, R. K., Kumar, V. V. P., et al. (2026). Synergistic effects of rice husk ash and neutral silicate activator on the rheology and strength of ambient-cured self-compacting geopolymer concrete. Discover Concrete and Cement, 2(1), 6. DOI: 10.1007/s44416-026-00048-6 (Scopus).
• Thatikonda, N., Dubey, S., Kumar, V. V. P., and Reddy, S. P. (2026). Tri-functional self-healing and high-performance concrete incorporating metakaolin, Bacillus subtilis, and polypropylene fibres. Geomicrobiology Journal, 43(2), 178–201. DOI: 10.1080/01490451.2025.2563887 (SCIE). IF: 2.5 (SCI-Q1).
• Naresh, T., Reddy, S. S. P., Dubey, S., and Mallik, M. (2026). Performance enhancement of recycled aggregate concrete using active confinement and fibres. Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers–Engineering Sustainability, 1–22. DOI: 10.1680/jensu.25.00184 (SCIE). IF: 2.5.
• Naresh, T., Mallik, M., Rao, S. V., and Dubey, S. (2026). Ambient-cured self-compacting geopolymer concrete using neutral-grade water glass. Emerging Materials Research, 1–23. DOI: 10.1680/jemmr.25.00103. IF: 3.2 (SCI Q2).
• Prasad, N. S. S., Andal, M., Thatikonda, N., and Dubey, S. (2026). Performance and microstructural insights of ambient-cured geopolymer concrete incorporating fly ash–GGBS binders and over-burnt brick aggregate. Progress in Engineering Science, 100288. DOI: 10.1016/j.pes.2026.100288 (Scopus-Q2).
• Thatikonda, N., Bandipally, S., Amgoth, A., and Keshava Reddy, M. (2026). Satellite-enabled decision support for reservoir water availability, flood dynamics, and catchment stress in semi-arid regions. Journal of Raw Materials Engineering, 1(1), 25. DOI: 10.7494/jrme.2026.1.1.8604 (Scopus).
• Thatikonda, N., Mallik, M., Rao, S. V., and Dubey, S. (2025). Advanced statistical optimization and performance evaluation of self-compacting geopolymer concrete utilizing industrial by-products. Structural Concrete, 26(3), 3053–3074. DOI: 10.1002/suco.70092 (SCIE). IF: 3.4 (Q1).
• Thatikonda, N., Mallik, M., Rao, S. V., and Dubey, S. (2025). Performance and microstructural optimization of sustainable geopolymer mortars using fly ash, ground-granulated blast-furnace slag and rice husk ash. Structural Concrete. DOI: 10.1002/suco.70192 (SCIE). IF: 3.4 (Q1).
• Thatikonda, N., Mallik, M., Rao, S. V., and Dubey, S. (2025). Performance and microstructural characterization of sustainable self-compacting geopolymer concrete with multicomponent binders. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 44, 101926. DOI: 10.1016/j.scp.2025.101926 (SCIE). IF: 6.7 (Q1).
• Naresh, T., Murthy, N. R. D., and Mallik, M. (2025). Performance assessment of concrete incorporating waste rubber powder as partial cement replacement. Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation, 10, Article 138. DOI: 10.1007/s41024-025-00646-0 (ESCI-Scopus-Q2).
• Naresh, T., Bandipally, S., Prasad, N. S. S., Skrzypkowski, K., Zagórski, K., and Zagórska, A. (2025). Sustainable stabilisation of expansive clay with shredded PET fibres: Multiscale performance and microstructural analysis. Resources, 14(11), 174. DOI: 10.3390/resources14110174 (SCIE-Q1). IF: 4.3.
• Bandipally, S., Naresh, T., Kumar, V. V. P., Skrzypkowski, K., Prasad, N. S. S., Zagórski, K., Zagórska, A., and Madziarz, M. (2025). Experimental and energy-accounting study on waste-glass-powder soil stabilisation for low-carbon mining infrastructure. Energies, 18(24), 6416. DOI: 10.3390/en18246416 (SCIE-Q1). IF: 3.9.
• Thatikonda, N., Mallik, M., Sarella, V. R., and Dubey, S. (2024). Evaluation of self-compacting geopolymer concrete properties containing different water-glass solutions. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 41, 101680. DOI: 10.1016/j.scp.2024.101680 (SCIE). IF: 6.7 (Q1).
• Thatikonda, N., Mallik, M., and Madduru, S. R. C. (2024). Influential studies on microsilica as a potential replacement for fly ash–GGBFS in self-compacting geopolymer concrete: Microstructural insights and performance analysis. Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation, 9(1), Article 66. DOI: 10.1007/s41024-024-00422-6 (ESCI-Scopus Q2).
• Naresh, T., Mallik, M., Rao, S. V., and Chand, M. S. R. (2024). Physical and mechanical properties of geopolymer mortar using alternative cementitious materials. International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology and Urban Development, 15(1), 82–96. DOI: 10.22712/susb.20240007 (Scopus-Q2).
• Naresh, T., Mallik, M., Rao, S. V., Madduru, S. R. C., and Nandipati, S. (2024). Influence of activator solution and binder composition on the characteristics of self-compacting geopolymer concrete. Civil Engineering and Architecture, 12(3), 1526–1539. DOI: 10.13189/cea.2024.120320 (Scopus-Q2).
• Ravi Kumar, T., Naresh, T., Mohammad, M. J., Sai Kumar, K., Manasa, K., Vinay Srinadh, N., Ravi Kiran, K., and Yogasri Rani, N. (2017). Replacement of sand with granite waste in conventional concrete grade M30. International Journal of Civil Engineering and Technology, 8(5), 206–216 (Scopus).
• Naresh, T., Madhava Rao, G., Geetha, C., and Krishna Sree, K. (2021). Study on self-compacting geopolymer concrete. International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, 8(5), 123–130 (UGC-CARE).
• Thirupathi, N., Naresh, T., and Harish, B. (2019). The behaviour of rigid pavement using the nonlinear finite-element method. Journal of Architecture and Technology, 11, 1–5 (UGC-CARE).
• Naresh, T., Harish, B., and Thirupathi, S. (2017). Investigation of self-curing concrete incorporating polyethylene glycol as a self-curing agent. International Journal of Modern Trends in Engineering and Research, 4, 91–95 (UGC-CARE).
• Naresh, T., and Harish, B. (2017). Experimental studies on the permeability behaviour of self-compacting concrete. Engineering and Materials Science, 4(10), 237–241 (UGC-CARE).
• Naresh, T., Ragupathi, P., Thirupathi, S., and Vikram, P. Experimental study on self-curing concrete using natural and recycled coarse aggregate. Engineering and Materials Science, 4(11), 237–242 (UGC-CARE).
• Naresh, Thatikonda, Mainak Mallik, S. Venkateswara Rao, and Saurabh  Dubey(2025). Advanced statistical optimization and performance evaluation of self‐ compacting geopolymer concrete utilizing industrial by‐products. Structural Concrete.  DOI:10.1002/suco.70092 (SCI). IF: 3.3 (Q1) 
• Naresh, Thatikonda, Mainak Mallik, S. Venkateswara Rao, and Saurabh  Dubey(2025). Performance and Microstructural Optimization of Sustainable  Geopolymer Mortars Using Fly Ash, GGBFS, and Rice Husk Ash. Structural Concrete  DOI: 10.1002/suco.70192 (SCI).IF:3 .3 (Q1)  
• Naresh Thatikonda, Mainak Mallik, S Venkateswara Rao, Saurabh Dubey, (2025).  Performance and microstructural characterization of sustainable self-compacting  geopolymer concrete with multi-component binders, Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy,Volume,44,2025,101926,ISSN,23525541 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scp.2025.101926 (SCI). IF: 5.8 (Q1) 
• Thatikonda, N., Mallik, M., Sarella, V. R., & Dubey, S. (2024). Evaluation of self compacting geopolymer concrete properties containing different water glass  solutions. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy,  41,101680.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scp.2024.101680 (SCI).IF:5.8 (Q1) 
• Naresh, T., Murthy, N.R.D., Mallik, M.(2025) Performance assessment of concrete  incorporating waste rubber powder as partial cement replacement. J Build Rehabil 10,  138 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41024-025-00646-0 (SCOPUS) (Q2). 
• Naresh, T., Mainak, M., Rao, S. V., & Chand, M. S. R. (2024). Physical and  mechanical properties of geopolymer mortar using alternative cementitious materials.  International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology and Urban Development, 15(1), 82-96. https://doi.org/10.22712/susb.20240007 (SCOPUS). (Q3) 
• Naresh, T., Mallik, M., Rao, S. V., Madduru, S. R. C., & Nandipati, S. (2024).  Influence of activator solution and binder composition on the characteristics of self compacting geopolymer concrete. Civil Engineering and Architecture, 12(3), 1526- 1539. https://10.13189/cea.2024.120320 (SCOPUS).(Q2) 
• Thatikonda, N., Mallik, M., & Madduru, S. R. C. (2024). Influential studies on microsilica as a potential replacement for fly ash-GGBFS in self-compacting  geopolymer concrete: Microstructural insights and performance analysis. Journal of  Building Pathology and Rehabilitation, 9(1), 66. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41024-024- 00422-6 (SCOPUS). (Q2) 
• Naresh, T., et al. (2025). Performance enhancement of self-compacting geopolymer 
• concrete through neutral-grade water glass activators. (SCI- Revision Submitted In  Advance Cement Research). 
• Naresh, T., et al. (2025).Synergistic Performance Enhancement of Recycled  Aggregate Concrete via Active Confinement and Multiscale Characterization  Techniques (SCI-Under review) 
• Naresh, T., et al. (2024). Enhancing compressive strength prediction of self compacting geopolymer concrete using the advanced technique. (SCI- Under review). ∙ Naresh, T., et al. (2025). Performance Optimization of Fiber-Reinforced Recycled  Aggregate Concrete (RAC) with External Confinement under Variable Binder Dosages  (SCI- Under review). 
• Ravi Kumar, T., Naresh, T., Mohammad, M. J., Sai Kumar, K., Manasa, K., Vinay Srinadh, N., Ravi Kiran, K., & Yogasri Rani, N. (2017). Replacement of sand with granite waste in conventional concrete grade M30. International Journal of Civil  Engineering and Technology (IJCIET), 8(5), 206–216. (SCOPUS). 
• Naresh, T., et al. (2017). The study of investigation on self-curing concrete  incorporated with polyethylene glycol as a self-curing agent. International Journal of Modern Trends in Engineering and Research (IJMTER), 2349-9745. (UGC-Care  List). 
• Naresh, T., et al. (2021). Study on self-compacting geopolymer concrete. International  Journal of Engineering Technologies and Innovative Research (IJETIR), 8(5), 123– 130. (UGC-Care List). 
• Naresh, T., et al. (2024). Evaluating fresh and strength properties of GGBFS, fly ash, and RHA-based self-compacting geopolymer concrete activated by a single activator solution. Paper presented at the CBIT 2024 Conference, Hyderabad, India.  (CONFERENCE). 
• Naresh, T., et al. (2024). Influence of superplasticizer dosage on the fresh and mechanical performance of blended self-compacting geopolymer concrete. Paper  presented at the IIT Tirupati Conference, Tirupati, India. (CONFERENCE). 
• Naresh, T., et al. (2020). Development of hybrid fibre-reinforced concrete. Paper  presented at the International Conference of VBIT College, Hyderabad, India.  (CONFERENCE). 

B. Conference Papers, Proceedings and Lectures

• Singh, V., Rahman, S. A. U., Murthy, N. R. D., Kumar, R., Rao, T. V., Thatikonda, N., et al. (2026). Finite-element-based nonlinear bending analysis of a sandwich plate with a non-uniform symmetric porous core subjected to non-uniform transverse loading. In Proceedings of ICITES-2025, Volume 2: Smart, Digital and Sustainable Engineering (Conference Proceedings/Book Chapter).
• Narepalem, S., and Thatikonda, N. (2025). Synergistic utilization of Alccofine and sugarcane bagasse ash for enhancing strength and durability in sustainable concrete. Indexed Springer proceedings.
• Thatikonda, N. (2025). Sustainable utilization of granite waste in fly ash–GGBFS–Alccofine-based geopolymer concrete. Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, National Institute of Technology Warangal, 25–27 September 2025, Warangal, India.
• Naresh, T., et al. (2024). Evaluating the fresh and strength properties of GGBFS-, fly-ash- and RHA-based self-compacting geopolymer concrete activated using a single activator solution. Paper presented at a conference organised at Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, India.
• Naresh, T., et al. (2024). Influence of superplasticizer dosage on the fresh and mechanical performance of blended self-compacting geopolymer concrete. Paper presented at a conference organised at the Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati, India.
• Naresh, T., et al. (2020). Development of hybrid fibre-reinforced concrete. Paper presented at an international conference organised at VBIT, Hyderabad, India.
• Naresh, T., Thirupathi, N., Reddy, S. S. P., and Prasad, P. R. (2019). An experimental investigation of the stress–strain behaviour of geopolymer concrete. Paper presented at the Third International Conference on Research and Modern Innovations in Engineering and Technology.

Papers Reviewed:

• Springer Journals (SCI & Scopus Indexed) 
• o Silicon  
• o Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation 
• o Discover Civil Engineering 
• o Applied Sciences in Engineering 
• Elsevier Journals 
• o Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy  
• o Next Materials 
• Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Journals 
• o Infrastructure Asset Management (Proceedings of the ICE) 
• o Construction Materials (Proceedings of the ICE)

C. Textbooks

• Naresh, T. (2025). Innovative Construction Technologies in Structural Retrofitting and Rehabilitation. Prashas Publication House, India. ISBN: 978-93-49918-59-7.
• Killol, A. J., Naresh, T., Shivakrishna, A., Hemanth, P., and Solanki, V. P. (2026). AI for Real-World Construction Solutions for the Next Decade. JEC Publications. ISBN: 978-93-47184-47-5.

D. Patent

• Thatikonda, N., et al. (2025). AI-Driven Dynamic Fluoride Removal System in Water Treatment Framework. Indian Patent Application No. 202541119138 A. Indian Patent Office. Published on 19 December 2025. Status: Published Patent Application.

E. Papers Reviewed and Editorial Contributions

Dr. Thatikonda Naresh has served as a peer reviewer for manuscripts submitted to international SCI/SCIE- and Scopus-indexed journals published by Springer Nature, Elsevier, Wiley, Taylor & Francis, and ICE Publishing/Emerald.

Springer Nature Journals

• Silicon
• Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation
• Discover Civil Engineering
• Discover Concrete and Cement
• Scientific Reports
• Applied Sciences in Engineering

Elsevier Journals

• Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy
• Next Materials

Wiley Journal

• Advances in Civil Engineering

Taylor & Francis Journals

• Geomicrobiology Journal
• International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology and Urban Development

ICE Publishing/Emerald Journals

• Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers–Infrastructure Asset Management
• Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers–Construction Materials

Other International Journal

• Suranaree Journal of Science and Technology

Guest Editorial Contribution

• Guest Editor for the proposed Special Issue on “Cement Chemistry” in ZKG International.

 Honors and Awards: – 

• 2019: Received a Certificate of Appreciation from CJITS & Lab tech 
• Innovations as Conference Coordinator for the 3rd International  Conference on Research and Modern Innovations in Engineering and Technology (ICRMIET-19) held from 30th to 31st January 2019. 
• 2017: Received a Certificate of Appreciation as Faculty Coordinator for  organizing the “Advanced Surveying Workshop” at Christu Jyoti  Institute of Technology & Science. 
• 2017: Received a Certificate of Excellence as Faculty Coordinator for  organizing the National Workshop Series at Christu Jyoti Institute of  Technology & Science, conducted from 17th February 2017 to 18th  February 2018. 

 FDPs & Workshops Attended: 

• Attended a Short Term Course on “Sustainable Technologies for  Water Treatment” organized by the National Institute of Technology  Durgapur from 13th January 2025 to 17th January 2025. 
• Attended a week-long workshop on “Application of Advanced  Techniques for Repair and Rehabilitation of RCC and Steel  Structures” organized by Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology  from April 22nd to 26th, 2024. 
• Attended a one-week “Research Methodology” workshop organized  by the National Institute of Technology, Manipur, India, from March  13th to 18th, 2021. 
• Participated in a three-day workshop on “Finite Element Method”  organized by the National Institute of Technology, Warangal, India,  from March 10th to 12th, 2017. 
• Attended a workshop on “Optimization of Sustainable Cementitious Materials for the Development of Different Cement Composites” at KITS Warangal from August 27th to 31st, 2018. 
• Attended a two-day workshop on “GIS” organized by Christu Jyoti Institute of Technology and Science from September 5th to 6th, 2018.
• Participated in a two-week workshop on “Finite Element Method”  organized by Jayamukhi Institute of Technology and Science in October  2015.