Assistant Professor

Email : uma.kale@mhssce.ac.in, Google Scholar

Dr. Uma S. Kale is a seasoned academician and environmental engineering expert with over 17+ years of teaching and 2 years of industry experience. Specializing in sustainable development and green technologies, she has published 25+ research papers in reputed national and international journals and conferences, holds patents for her innovations, and contributed a chapter to the esteemed Taylor & Francis book “Circular Economy in Construction Industry.” She regularly delivers expert talks on sustainable development and industrial waste management, including at CIDCO, and has served as a subject expert on environmental recruitment panels.

Dr. Kale is a strong advocate for civic engagement and environmental awareness. She has led numerous student-driven workshops, awareness programs, and outreach campaigns, earning accolades from the Government of India’s Election Office. Her institutional leadership includes roles as Program Officer of the NSS Unit, Coordinator of the Entrepreneurship Development Cell, and active reviewer for academic journals. She also serves on several key committees, including the Research and Development Cell, Admission Committee, and Elective Subject Selection Committee.

She served as Assistant Controller of Examinations (2014–2019) and was instrumental in establishing the Student Chapter of The Institution of Engineers (India) at the college. At the university level, she contributes as a member of the Moderation Committee and Syllabus Committee of Mumbai University. Dr. Kale’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, sustainability, and student empowerment continues to shape the future of environmental engineering education.

Educational Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering From SPCE, Mumbai University - 2019
  • M.E. Environment Engineering Walchand College, Sangli, Shivaji University, India - 2004
  • B.E. Civil (Environment) Engineering , KIT Kolhapur, Shivaji University - 2002

Publications

Publications
Month & YearCategoryDescription
Jan 2023National JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, Disha Rane, Fiza Keen, Nawaf Khan, Sayma Qureshi, Sayed Hadi, "Compressive Strenght Evaluation of Self-Healing", Sustainable Lifesyle Approaches Towards Environmental and Climate Change, EIACP (PC_RP) Special Issue, 162-168,
Jan 2023National JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, Mubashshir Ansar Husain Sayed, Najae Ajaz Ahmed Mohammad Maqbool Haja, "Reuse of Demolition Waste in Concrete", Sustainable Lifestyle Approaches Towards Environmental and Climate Change, EIACP (PC-RP) Special Issue, 153-161
Jan 2023National JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, Siddhi Kokate, Tausif Tamboli, Shrisai Vemula, Mehul Patil, Sayed Hadi, "Disposal of Batteries from Electric Vehicle", Sustainable Lifestyle Approaches Towards Environmental and Climate Change, EIACP (PC-RP) Special Issue, 129-135,
Aug 2022National JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, Janhvi Shelke,Pooja Dhamal, Dr Uma Kale, Sayed Mohammed Hadi, "�Smart Bin for Smart Waste Management�.", International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, Volume 13, Issue 4., 133-140,
Apr 2022International JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, Mubasshir Ansar, Najar Ajaz, Shaikh Faizan, "�Application of Sensors & IoT based technology in Drip Irrigation", International Journal of New Innovations in Engineering and Technology, Volume 19 Issue 3,
Nov 2021International JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, Tausif Tamboli, Yash Hiwale, Zeeshan Alsulkar, Sayed Mohammed Hadi, "�Novel Application of Bamboo as A Construction Material (plywood)�", International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, , Volume 12,, Issue 11, 531-537,
Nov 2021International JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, Hadi Mubasshir Ansar, Najar Ajaz, Shaikh Faizan, "Application of porous concrete in pavement", International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, Volume 12, Issue 11, 232-241,
Jan 2021International JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, "Book chapter � Utilization of Geowaste in production of Geo fibers papercrete bricks�", The circular economy in the construction industry by Taylor and Francis Group,
Aug 2020International JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, Maaz Qureshi, Areej Palekar, "Use of Bio-Indicator Plants at Traffic Junction for Diluting Ambient Air Pollutants", Journal of Seybold Report, VOLUME 15 , ISSUE 8, 1958-1966,
Jan 2020National JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, Hamza Kapadia, "Case Study: CIDCO Mass Housing Project Using Precast Technique", International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, Volume 11, Issue 1, 1342-1347,
Jan 2020International JournalHamza kapadia, Ansari.M.Dawood, Khan Anas, Ansari Hassan,Dr. Uma Kale, "�Case Study: CIDCO Mass Housing Project Using Precast Technique.�", International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, Volume 11, Issue 1,
Nov 2019International ConferenceDr. Uma Kale, "�Utilization Of Paper Waste in Production of Papercrete Bricks�", International Conference on Sustainable Waste Management � International Society of Waste Management Air and Water,
Jan 2017International JournalDr Uma Santosh Kale, Dr. P H Sawant, "A Study Effect of RSPM on Spirometry to Identify an Occupational Hazard in Traffic Police", International Journal of Applied Environmental Sciences, 12 / 4, 633-642,
Workshops Attended
From DateTo DateTitle/TopicOrganizing Body
06-06-202211-06-2022"Green technology and sustainability" EngineeringDept of civil engineering, TCET
17-07-201717-07-2017Preparing students for Project Management/Problem Based LearningM H SABOO SIDDIK COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Workshops Organized
From DateTo DateTitle/TopicOrganizing Body
07-03-201907-03-2019E Waste Awareness ProgramCivil Department with "The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY)"

Research

  • Environmental Engineering Sustainability Specialist | Focused on Air Pollution Control
  • Climate Resilient Solutions
  • Waste Management
  • ESG Solutions for a Greener Future

Awards

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Courses Taught

  • Environmental Engineering I & II
  • Solid Waste Management
  • Disaster Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Construction Equipment

Patents

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