Abishek Narayan

Abishek S Narayan is a researcher and project manager at Eawag (Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology) and ETH Zurich, specializing in water and sanitation for development.12 He holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering and currently works as a postdoctoral researcher.6

Research Focus

Dr. Narayan's research interests lie at the intersection of engineering, planning, and policy, with a particular emphasis on:

1. Water and sanitation for development
2. Urban water policy and management
3. Wastewater treatment
4. Citywide Inclusive Sanitation25

Professional Experience

• Current Position: Postdoctoral Researcher and Project Manager at Eawag-Sandec, managing two applied research projects in Uganda, India, and other locations.3
• Consulting Work: He has served as a consultant to the World Bank's Water Global Program.4

Academic Background

Dr. Narayan completed his doctoral studies at Eawag and ETH Zurich.7 His research has garnered significant attention in the field, with over 300 citations to his work.2

Recognition

In 2021, Dr. Narayan was recognized as a Green Talent awardee, highlighting his contributions to sustainable development in the water and sanitation sector.6

Abishek S Narayan's work bridges the gap between academic research and practical applications in water and sanitation, particularly focusing on developing regions and urban environments. His multidisciplinary approach combines engineering solutions with policy considerations to address critical issues in water management and sanitation planning.