Dr Poovitha Shruthi Paramashiva
Assistant Professor (Senior Scale)
Division of Yoga
Qualification: BCA, M.Sc. (Yoga Therapy), PhD (Yoga Therapy)
CURRENT ACADEMIC ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Dr. Poovitha Shruthi Paramashiva is Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) in the Division of Yoga, Centre for Integrative Medicine & Research (CIMR), Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal.
Her academic responsibilities include postgraduate teaching, interdisciplinary teaching, Yoga Therapy services, curriculum development, student mentoring, academic coordination, and participation in research and scholarly activities.
Her interests include Yoga education, Yoga Therapy, cognitive health, workplace wellness, and evidence-informed yoga research for health and wellbeing.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | Year of passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) | Computer Application | Bapuji Institute of Hi-Tech Education, Kuvempu University | 2009 |
| MSc Yoga Therapy | Yoga Therapy | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal | 2014 |
| PhD | Yoga | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal | 2025 |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Role | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Division of Yoga, CIMR, MAHE, Manipal | Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) | Postgraduate Teaching, Interdisciplinary Teaching, Yoga Therapy Services, Curriculum Development, Student Mentoring, Research & Scholarly Activities | August 2015 – Present |
AREAS OF INTEREST, EXPERTISE AND RESEARCH
Area of Interest
Yoga Therapy, Yoga Education, Yoga Philosophy, Cognitive Health, Workplace Wellness, Lifestyle Management, Integrative Health, and Evidence-Based Yoga Practice.
Area of Expertise
Yoga Therapy Education, Yoga Philosophy, Classical Yoga Literature, Sanskrit and Classical Yoga Literature, Curriculum Development, Interdisciplinary Teaching, Yoga-Based Lifestyle Interventions, Teaching & Learning in Yoga, and Yoga Research Methodology.
Area of Research
Yoga and Cognitive Function, Yoga and Vascular Health, Workplace Wellness, Lifestyle Disorders, Integrative Health, Health Promotion, and Evidence-Based Yoga Therapy.
Yoga Therapy Education
Teaching postgraduate courses in Yoga Therapy, including theoretical foundations, therapeutic principles, and practical applications.
Yoga Philosophy & Classical Texts
Teaching classical yoga philosophy, Sanskrit-based studies, and traditional yogic literature.
Interdisciplinary Yoga Education
Teaching yoga-related courses for students across diverse academic disciplines within MAHE.
Practical Yoga Training
Facilitating practical instruction in yogic practices, including asanas and shatkriyas.