
Current Academic Role & Responsibilities
Responsible for coordinating postgraduate projects and seminars while actively guiding PhD scholars, postgraduate students, and IAESTE students in their academic and research activities. Regularly involved in mentoring undergraduate students as a Teacher Guardian, providing academic support, counseling, and guidance for their overall professional and personal development. Committed to fostering a research-oriented learning environment that encourages innovation, critical thinking, and academic excellence.
Actively engaged in research and scholarly activities through participation in international conferences, presentation of research papers, and delivery of invited talks in specialized domains. Contributes to the academic community by reviewing manuscripts for reputed international journals and supporting the dissemination of quality research. Maintains continuous interaction with researchers, academicians, and industry professionals to promote collaborative learning and knowledge exchange.
Entrusted with the evaluation of PhD theses from universities in India and overseas institutions, involving critical assessment of research quality, originality, methodology, and scholarly contribution. Regular involvement in academic administration, research supervision, and professional development activities contributes toward strengthening higher education standards and promoting excellence in teaching, research, and global academic collaboration.
Academic Qualifications
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | yearOfPassing |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Chemistry | Kuvempu University | 1996 |
| PhD | Physical-Organic Chemistry | Kuvempu University | 2000 |
Subjects Currently Teaching
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Engineering Chemistry | II Semester (B Tech Common) |
| Analytical Techniques and Instrumentation | VII Semester (B Tech Chem Eng.) |
| Spectroscopy I | I Semester (MSc) |
| MSc Seminars | II Semester |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Manipal Institute of Technology | Professor | 25/ 07/2016- Till Date |
| Manipal Institute of Technology | Head | 01/03/2015 to 29/02/2018 |
| Manipal Institute of Technology | Associate Professor-Senior Scale | 12/07/2013 to 25/07/2016 |
| Manipal Institute of Technology | Associate Professor | 12/07/2007 to 12/07/2013 |
| Manipal Institute of Technology | Assistant Professor | 05/07/2002 to 12/07/2007 |
| Kuvempu University | Lecturer | 07/1999 to 07/2002 |