UNIVERSITY OF KERALA (Established as University of Travancore by the Travancore University Act in 1937 and reconstituted as University of Kerala by the Kerala University Act of 1957 and presently governed by the Kerala University Act of 1974 passed by the Kerala State Legislative Assembly by Act 17 of 1974 vide Notification No. 3878-F1/72/Law dated 27th July, 1974 of the Government of Kerala) ANNUAL REPORT 2012 in pursuance of the provisions contained in section 49 of the Kerala University Act, 1974 the Syndicate presents to the Senate for review the annual report of the work and Progress of the University for the year 2012 THE REPORT COVERS THE PERIOD FROM 1 st JANUARY TO 31 st DECEMBER 2012
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UNIVERSITY OF KERALA
tIcf kÀhIemime(Established as University of Travancore by the Travancore University Act in 1937 and reconstituted as
University of Kerala by the Kerala University Act of 1957 and presently governed by the Kerala UniversityAct of 1974 passed by the Kerala State Legislative Assembly by Act 17 of 1974 vide Notification
No. 3878-F1/72/Law dated 27th July, 1974 of the Government of Kerala)
ANNUAL REPORT 2012
in pursuance of the provisions contained in section 49
of the Kerala University Act, 1974
the Syndicate presents to the Senate for review
the annual report of the work and Progress of
the University for the year 2012
THE REPORT COVERS THE PERIOD
FROM 1st JANUARY TO 31st DECEMBER 2012
MEMBERS OF THE EDITORIAL COMMITTEE
1. Dr. J. Prabhash
Pro Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
2. Sri. R. S. Sasikumar
Convener, Standing Committee on Staff, Equipment & Building)
3. Sri. B. S. Jyothikumar
(Convener, Standing Committee on Finance)
4. Prof. M. Jamal Kunju
(Convener, Standing Committee on Examinations)
5. Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair
(Convener, Standing Committee on Research & Scholarships)
6. Dr. M. Jeevanlal
(Convener, Standing Committee on Affiliation of Colleges & Courses of Studies)
7. Dr. Jolly Jacob
(Convener, Standing Committee on Library, Publications, Seminar, Conference and FIP)
8. Prof. P. Reghunath
(Convener, Standing Committee on Teaching & Non Teaching Staff of Private College)
9. Dr. Varghese P. O.
(Convener, Standing Committee on Kerala University Colleges of Teacher Education Centres,
UITs & Information Centres)
10. Dr. P. S. Sreekala
(Convener, Standing Committee on Students Discipline)
11. Dr. B. Suresh
(Convener, Standing Committee on Planning, Development and Administrative Reforms)
12. Shri. A. Fasaludeen Huck
(Convener, Standing Committee on IMK)
13. Shri. V. Suresh Babu
(Joint Registrar-in-charge of Registrar)
14. Dr. M. Jayaprakas
(Director, College Development Council)
Compiled by Ac. C Section, University of Kerala & Printed by
Superintendent, Kerala University Press
INTRODUCTION
The Platinum Jubilee Year 2012 of our University has been eventful with a host of developments
and achievements to our credit. As the Mother University in the State, it has earned a special place in
the hearts and minds of the people of Kerala. Our University established on 1st November, 1937 as the
University of Travancore through a royal promulgation of His Highness Sri Chitira Thirunal Balarama
Varma, the last Maharajah of the erstwhile princely State of Travancore has been the Alma Mater of
several lakhs of people. The University, later renamed 'University of Kerala' in 1957, after the formation
of the State of Kerala, has moulded millions of students into professionals in their respective fields. The
Platinum Jubilee of the University was celebrated in a befitting manner. Academic initiatives, development
activities, student welfare schemes, foreign collaborations, arts and sports festivals, seminars, lectures
and a host of other programmes were organized to mark the occasion.
The world has seen rapid changes in the creation and propagation of knowledge in the last few
decades. The growth of information technology has led to a paradigm shift in higher education. The
revolution created by the Information and Communication Technology has changed the world in the
way it thinks and behaves. To keep pace with the emerging trends, the University too has introduced
several transformative steps.
The University introduced the School System for major Departments during the year. This
umbrella system will help in the sharing of resources and will provide a platform for interdisciplinary
studies and research. The new system will create a synergy between the activities of different departments.
The proposed schools will be headed by a Director, appointed by the University. The different departments
under the school can continue to function separately but there will be a single administration. The
facilities too have to be shared among the Departments. The new system will facilitate collaborative
research projects.
The establishment of Learner Support Centres to conduct study programmes offered by the
Institute of Distance Education is another achievement. The objective is to reach out to students all over
Kerala, to popularize mass education and to realize the goal, "education for all" and to impart quality
education at an affordable cost to the disadvantaged sections of the society. These Centres will help
thousands of students to continue their studies and fulfill their long cherished dream.
The University has introduced an on-line Admission portal to all UG Courses, which allows all
UG admissions under the University on-line. The students of Kerala University will now be able to
verify their mark lists on-line as a system for On-line Verification of Marklists and Degree Certificates
has been launched. Students applying for higher studies and jobs abroad will be benefited by the
system.
The Research Portal, a single point securely hosted solution, is customized to seamlessly integrate,
search and manage the research activities of the University. The Research portal will cover various
aspects related to Ph.D research. It is envisaged to streamline the administrative processes involved in
submitting the application, issuing registration order and the like. Application for Ph.D registration as
well as submission of monthly progress report is expected to be switched over to online.
The future of University education and the shape of things to come are being debated. The need
of the hour is to produce graduates equipped with the right skills and required mastery. Broadening the
scope of participation and providing every person the right opportunities to higher learning should be
our paramount goal. In a world characterized by rapid change, it would be a difficult task to predict this
with any measure of certainty. But all of us along with the well-wishers of our University can have some
degree of confidence that the decisions and choices we have made today reflect the new thinking and
are poised to take advantage of the immense opportunities that are opening up.
Dr. K. M. ABRAHAM I.A.S.
VICE CHANCELLOR
January 31, 2013
A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY
The University of Travancore, which later became the University of Kerala,
was established in 1937 by a promulgation of the Maharaja of Travancore, Sri
Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma who was also the first Chancellor of the
University. Sir C. P. Ramaswamy Ayyar, the then Diwan of the State, was the
first Vice-Chancellor. It was the sixteenth University to be set up in India and
ten colleges within the State of Travancore which were affiliated to the Madras
University became the affiliated colleges of the University of Travancore.
In 1957, the Kerala University Act, Act 14 of 1957, was brought into force
and the University of Travancore was renamed University of Kerala. The
University had three campuses located in Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam and
Kozhikode. In 1968, the University Centre at Kozhikode became a full -fledged
University covering the Colleges and Departments located in Thrissur, Palakkad,
Kozhikode and Kannur Districts of Kerala. The Cochin University of Science and
Technology and the Kerala Agricultural University were set up in 1971 and in
1983, the Mahatma Gandhi University was established. With the establishment
of these Universities, the area of the jurisdiction of the University of Kerala has
been limited to Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha Districts and some parts
of Pathanamthitta District.
There are 236 affiliated colleges. Of these, 67 are Arts and Science colleges.
They include 10 Government Colleges, 37 aided and 20 unaided institutions.
There are five Law colleges (1 Government, 1 Private and 3 unaided), 38
Engineering colleges (of which two are Government Colleges, one is aided and 35
are unaided), 2 Architecture Colleges (unaided), seven Medical Colleges (five are
self financing), 50 Teachers’ Training Colleges (one Government, six aided and
43 unaided) , four Ayurveda Colleges (three are unaided), two Homeopathy Colleges,
one Siddha Medical College (self financing), two Fine Arts Colleges (Government),
one Music College (Government), five Dental Colleges (of which four are unaided),
five unaided Pharmacy Colleges and one College of Physical Education. Besides
these, there are seventeen affiliated institutions conducting two year full time
MBA course (one government in existing Government Engineering College), one
aided (in existing aided Engineering College), and 15 self financing. (out of which
5 are is existing unaided Engineering College), Nine colleges offering MCA. (1
government in existing Government Engineering College) 1 aided (in existing
Engineeering Colleg) and 7 Self financing (out of which one is in existing Arts
and Science College and 2 in existing unaided Engineering Colleges) and 24
Nursing Colleges (22 self financing), four unaided Hotel Management and Catering
Technology Colleges, one college of Special Education (unaided) and two Para
Medical Colleges (unaided). The University College of Engineering in Kariavattom
Campus offers B. Tech. in Information Technology, Computer Science &
Engineering and Electronics & Communication Engineering. Of these 50 Colleges,
which offer courses under the Faculty of Medicine have been brought under the
Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur from the academic year
201-11 onwards.
The University Departments offer a wide range of teaching and research
at post-graduate, M.Phil. and Ph.D. levels. The courses in the Departments are
conducted in the Credit and Semester System, while the Post Graduate courses
in affiliated colleges follow the Semester pattern. The 42 departments have now
been reorganized into eleven schools. So far out of the 11 schools proposed
Directors have been nominated for six. University has revamped the under
graduate stream by introducing the Choice Based Credit and Semester System
in the affiliated colleges. At present, about 32 Colleges offer post graduate teaching
programmes. Some of the affiliated colleges offer M. Phil. courses and some have
been recognized as research centres. The University has also recognized a
number of other institutions as research centres. All these institutions
conform to the aims and objectives of the University and its programme of teaching
and research.
The University’s Colleges of Teacher Education (launched in 1990-91),
offer B. Ed. and the 12 University Institutes of Technology offer courses like
Computer Science, Electronics, Business Administration, Computer Application
etc., Two UIT centres conduct M. Sc. Computer Science and one UIT offers MBA.
The Institute of Distance Education which has been shifted to the Senate
Hall Campus in 2012 offers courses in subjects like Computer Science and
Computer Application, besides the traditional degree and post - graduate courses.
With the abolition of Private Registration at the post-graduate level, the Institute
of Distance Education now offers all the PG courses which were once offered
through private registration.
In addition to the Departments of teaching, the University also has several
centres for studies and research in special areas. The International Centre for
Kerala Studies, the Centre for Canadian Studies, the Centre for Australian
Studies, the Centre for Comparative Literature, Sree Narayana Study Centre,
Centre for English Language Teaching, Centre for Vedanta Studies, V.K. Krishna
Menon Study Centre, Centre for Gandhian Studies, Centre for Women’s Studies
, Centre for Systems and Synthetic Biology, Centre for Bioinformatics and Centre
for Performing and Visual Arts are some of the centres functioning under the
University.
The Academic Staff College, set up with UGC aid, offers orientation and
refresher courses to the teachers in affiliated colleges. It has been rated as the
best in the country.
The Kerala University Library, established in 1942, has over 3 lakh books
and over 1000 bound volumes of journals. It is a depository of UN and World Bank
publications and provides access to over 9000 on-line journals. The Campus Library
at Kariavattom also offers similar services . The Oriental Research Institute
and Manuscripts Library, which has an invaluable collection of rare and precious
manuscripts, has been made the State Nodal Agency for the preservation and
documentation of manuscripts. A Digital Heritage Archiving Centre also functions
in the Library.
The Department of Publications, one of the oldest Departments of the
University, has brought out a series of glossaries in science subjects, popular
science books and translations of classics. The five volume Kerala Sahitya
Charithram written by Mahakavi Ulloor S. Parameswara Ayyar and the series
Sahithya Nayakanmar (Men of Letters) are some of the most prestigious publications
of the Department. The Chitra Ramayana, based on palm - leaf manuscripts, is
another notable publication. The University has also published the first ever
complete English translation of Hortus Malabaricus, the classical treatise on the
plant wealth of Asia and the tropics, in 2003. Its Malayalam version was published
in 2008.
The eight volumes of the proposed eleven-volume Malayalam Lexicon have
been released so far. The University has been publishing since 1946, the Journal
of Indian History, a significant publication on historical studies and research. A
quarterly newsletter entitled The University Herald is also published.
The Department of Physical Education has gifted to the country outstanding
sportsmen and women. The University was the first in the state, to have a
synthetic track. The construction of a new Stadium with governmental support
Kariavattom is also in progress The establishment of the Lakshmibai National
College of Physical Education at Kariavattom, managed by the Government of
India, is another landmark in the history of the University. Another significant
development is the starting of several short term courses like TV News reading,
Functional English etc., in the Centre for Adult Continuing Education and
Extension. The CACEE received the UNESCO - NLM award for Literacy in 2005.
During 1997, the University celebrated its Diamond Jubilee. The celebration
involved the starting of new teaching Departments and setting up of the
International Youth Hostel at Thiruvananthapuram.
On 28th December 2000, the University conferred the Honorary Degree of
D. Litt. on Nobel Laureate Prof. Amartya Sen. The other scholars honoured recently
through the conferment of honorary degrees are Dr. K. J. Yesudas and Dr.
Laurie Baker (2003), Prof. ONV Kurup (2007), Dr. G. Madhavan Nair (2007) and
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University of Kerala Annual Report 2012
THE CHANCELLOR,
PRO-CHANCELLOR AND OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY
CHANCELLOR
His Excellency the Governor of Kerala
Sri. M. O. H. FAROOK
PRO-CHANCELLOR
Honourable Minister for Education
Sri. P. K. ABDU RABB
VICE-CHANCELLOR
Prof. A. JAYAKRISHNAN
(01-01-2012 to14-12-2012 A.N.)
Dr. K. M. ABRAHAM
(15-12-2012 to31-12-2012 )
PRO-VICE-CHANCELLOR
Dr. J. PRABHASH
REGISTRAR
Prof. K. S. CHANDRASEKHAR
01-01-2012 to 24-04-2012 FN(Professor in-charge)
Sri. P. RAGHAVAN
24-04-2012 to 23-09-2012 (Joint Registrar, Admn. in-charge)
Sri. V. SURESH BABU
24-09-2012 to 31-12-2012 (Joint Registrar, Exams. in-charge)
CONTROLLER OF EXAMINATIONS
Dr.M. JAYAPRAKAS
01-01-2012 to 30-03-2012(DCDC in-charge)
Dr.K. MADHUKUMAR
31-03-2012 to 31-12-2012
FINANCE OFFICER
Sri. C. GANESH
01-01-2012 to 28-09-2012FN (Prof, Dept. of Commerce in -Charge of FO)
Sri. P. K. RAJU
28-09-2012FN to 31-09-2012FN (New appointment)
DIRECTOR, COLLEGE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Dr. M. JAYAPRAKAS
DIRECTOR, PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Dr. J. RAJAN
(Prof. & HoD, IMK in-charge)
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AUTHORITIES OF THE UNIVERSITY
THE SENATE
Ex-Officio Members
1. The Chancellor2. The Pro-Chancellor3. The Vice - Chancellor4. The Pro-Vice-Chancellor5. The Finance Secretary to Government
Government Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram.6. The Director of Public Instruction Jagathy, Thiruvananthapuram.7 The Director of Collegiate Education
Vikas Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram.8. The Secretary to Government, General Education Department
Government Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram.9. The Secretary to Government, Higher Education Department
Government Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram.10. The Secretary to Government, Information Technology Department, Government Secretariat,
Thiruvananthapuram.11. The Director of Technical Education
Government of Kerala, Padmavilasom Road, East Fort, Thiruvananthapuram.12. The Chairman, State Advisory Board of Education, Government of Kerala13. Adv. K. Chandrika, The Hon. Mayor, Thiruvananthapuram.14. Dr. A. Bijukumar Head, Department of Aquatic Biology & Fisheries, University of Kerala,
Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram15. Dr. Theresa Susan A. Head, Department of Education, University of Kerala, Thycaud,
Thiruvananthapuram16. Dr. Ashalatha S. Nair, Head, Department of Botany, University of Kerala, Kariavattom,
Thiruvananthapuram17. Dr. M. Wilscy, Head, Department of Computer Science, University of Kerala, Kariavattom
Thiruvananthapuram18. Dr. K. C. Sunny, Head, Department of Law, University of Kerala, Kariavattom,
Thiruvananthapuram19. Shri. Joshy John, Research Scholar, Department of Phlosophy, University of Kerala,
Kariavattom20. Dr. M. Jeevanlal,Member, Syndicate, Principal, S. N. College, Varkala21. Shri. Abdul Razac, Principal, TKM College of Arts and Science, Kollam - 522. Dr. K. A. Andrew, Principal, Sree Vidyadhiraja College of Teacher Education, Vendar P. O.,
Kottarakkara, Kollam - 691 50723. Dr. G. Saratchandra Raj, Principal, R. V. Training College, Valakom, Kottarakkara, Kollam24. Prof. Asha M. Principal, Govt. College Nedumangad, Thiruvananthapuram25. Prof. R. Thulaseedharan Pillai, Principal. University College, Thiruvananthapuram26. Shri. A. M. Arif, M. L. A., ‘Aroor Bhavan’, Thuravoor P. O., Cherthala27. Shri. V. Sivankutty, M. L. A., Mullackal Veedu, TC 36/1241, Subhash Nagar,
Perunthanni, Thiruvananthapuram28. Shri. A. T. George M. L. A., Bisha Cottage, Vettuvila, Parassala P. O., Thiruvananthapuram - 695 50229. Shri. K. Raju M. L. A, Puthenpura Veedu, Nettayam, Nediyara P. O., Anchal (Via) 69130630. Adv. B. Sathyan M. L. A., Bobbies Land, Anupama Nagar, Muttada P. O.,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695 025
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31. Shri. P. C. Vishnunadh M. L. A., Painnmootil, Puthenkavu P. O., Chengannur - 689 12332. Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair, Member, Syndicate, Sudarsanam, Sree Sastha Road,
Kariavattom P. O., Thiruvananthapuram - 695 58133. Dr. A. Gopikuttan, Director, School of Communication & Library Science, University of Kerala,
Thiruvananthapuram34. Dr. K. Padmakumar, Department of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, University of Kerala,
Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram35. Dr. Sreekala P. S., Member, Syndicate, T.C. 27/1157(1), Ammu Veedu, Vanchiyoor P.O.,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695 03536. Shri. S. A. Shajahan, Department of Philosophy, University College, Thiruvananthapuram37. Dr. M. Sankara Sarma, Department of Physics, Govt. College for Women, Thiruvananthapuram38. Shri. A. Farook, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engg., College of Engineering,
Thiruvananthapuram39. Dr. G. S. Harikumaran Nair, Professor, Department of Radio Diagnosis, Govt. Medical College,
Thiruvananthapuram40. Dr. G. S. Suresh, Associate Professor, Department of Commerce, Mahatma Gandhi College,
Thiruvananthapuram41. Dr. G. Jayasenan, Principal, S. N. College for Women, Kollam42. Dr. Vivekanandan K. L, Member, Syndicate, ‘Soorya’, KRA - 409, Koyikkal lane, Kannammoola,
Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram43. Dr. M. Shahul Hameed, Reader, Department of Commerce, Iqbal College, Peringammala44. Dr. C. Francis, Associate Professor, Department of History, F.M.N College, Kollam45. Dr. M. Abdul Salim, Associate Professor, Department of Physics, TKM College of Arts and
Science, Kollam46. Shri. George Varghese, Associate Professor, Department of English, St. Gregorios College,
Kottarakkara47. Dr. K. P. Laladhas, Reader, Department of Zoology, St. Stephen’s College, Pathanapuram48. Dr. M. S. Vasanthakumar, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry, S. N. College, Kollam49. Prof. P. Reghunath, Member, Syndicate Placheril, Erezha South, Chettikulangara P. O.,
Mavelikkara - 690 10650. Dr. T. Pradeep, Associate Professor, Department of Physics, S. N. College, Cherthala51. Dr. P. Sunilkumar, Associate Professor, Department of Physical Education, S. D. College, Alappuzha52. Shri. P. Harikrishnar, Associate Professor, Department of English, N. S. S. College, Pandalam53. Shri. B. Harikumar, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry, N. S. S. College, Pandalam54. Shri. M. Sirajudeen, Associate Professor, Department of Civil Engg., TKM College of Engineering,
Kollam - 555. Shri. V. Subhash Kumar, Associate Professor, Department of English, VTMNSS College,
Dhanuvachapuram56. Shri. Vetturoad Vijayan, ‘Ayilyam’, Kaniyapuram P. O., Thiruvananthapuram57. Adv. K. P. Venugopal, Kochumumpuzhavil Puthenveedu, South Mynagappally,
Mynagappally P. O., Kollam-69051958. Adv. Manu C. Pulikkal, Member, Pallippuram Division, Alappuzha Jilla Panchayath, Alappuzha59. Shri. Mannadi Parameswaran, Kizhake Pathirapallil, Mannadi P. O., Adoor, Pathanamthitta60. Shri. Kadakampally Surendran,‘Lekshmi’, LIC Lane, Pattom P.O, Thiruvananthapuram - 695 00461. Shri. Fasaludeen Huck, Member, Syndicate, Hasnalayam, Peroor, Kollam62. Shri. Sunil Kumar K., Section Officer, Ac. E. III Section, University Office, Thiruvananthapuram63. Shri. Shaji T. S, Nurse, Govt. Ayurveda College, Thiruvananthapuram
64. Shri. P. R. Biju, Librarian, Ayyappa College, Eramallikkara P. O., Thiruvanvandoor, Chengannur
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65. Shri. V. K. Jayan, Librarian, VTM NSS College, Dhanuvachapuram, Thiruvananthapuram
66. Rev. Fr. Anil Jose, Manager, Fathima Mata National College, Kollam - 1
67. Shri. P. A. Hilal Babu, Manager, (MSM College, Kayamkulam), Puthenpurayil,
Kayamkulam - 690 502
68. Shri. B. S. Jyothikumar, Member, Syndicate, (Manager, College of Teacher Education, Arkannoor,
79. Smt. D. V. Akhila, M. Sc. Mathematics, Dept. of Mathematics, University of Kerala, Kariavattom
80. Smt. Y. N. Haseena, Ist M. A. Islamic Studies, Dept. of Islamic Studies, University of Kerala,
Kariavattom
81. Shri. Akhil Soman, B. A. Philosophy, S. N. College, Kollam
82. Shri. Jishnu Sajayakumar, BDS, PMS College of Dental Science and Research, Thiruvananthapuram
83. Shri. R. S. Sasikumar, Member, Syndicate, Nirmalyam, KRA - 7, Nemom, Thiruvananthapuram
84. Dr. B. Suresh, Member, Syndicate, Surabhi, VP II/1225, Ayoorkonam, Peroorkada PO,
Thiruvananthapuram
85. Dr. Jolly Jacob, Member, Syndicate, Vattakuzhiyil House, Muttada P. O., Thiruvananthapuram
86. Prof. M. Jamalkunju, Member, Syndicate, Santhwana, 16th Mile Stone, Thonnackal P. O.,
Thiruvananthapuram
87. Dr. Varghese P.O., Member, Syndicate, Perayil Christy Bhavan, Adoor P. O., Pathanamthitta
AUTHORITIES OF THE UNIVERSITY
LIST OF MEMBERS OF THE SYNDICATE AS ON 31-12-2012
Ex Officio Members
1. Dr. K. M. Abraham 2. Dr. J. PrabhashVice-Chancellor Pro-Vice-ChancellorUniversity of Kerala University of Kerala
3. The Secretary to Government 4. The Secretary to GovernmentHigher Education Department Information Technology DepartmentGovernment of Kerala, Government of KeralaThiruvananthapuram Thiruvananthapuram
5. The Director of Public Instruction 6. The Director of Collegiate EducationThiruvananthapuram Vikas Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram
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Elected Members
7. Shri. B. S. Jyothikumar‘Chamakkala’, Panayancherry,Anchal P. O., 691 306
8. Shri. A. Fasaludeen Huck‘Hasnalayam’,Peroor, Kollam - 5
9. Dr. M. JeevanlalPrincipal,Sree Narayana College, Sivagiri,Varkala - 695 145
10. Prof. P. ReghunathAssociate Professor,Department of Commerce, MSM College,Kayamkulam, Placheril, Erezha South,Chettikulangara P. O.,Mavelikara - 690 106
11. Dr. K. L. VivekanandanAssociate Professor,Department of GeologyS. N. College, Chempazhanthy
12. Dr. P. Mohanachandran NairReader and Head,Department of DemographyUniversity College, Kariavattom
13. Dr. P. S. SreekalaAssociate Professor,Department of Malayalam,KKTM Govt. College, Pullutu, Kodungalloo
Nominated Members
14. Shri. R. S. Sasikumar‘Nirmalyam’KRA 7, Nemom,Thiruvananthapuram - 695 020
15. Dr. B. SureshPrincipal, Govt. Institute ofAdvanced Studies in Education( Govt. Training College),Palace Road, Thrissur - 680 020
16. Dr. Jolly JacobReaderDept. of Malayalam,Mar Ivanios CollegeThiruvananthapuram
17. Prof. M. Jamal KunjuVice-PrincipalIqbal College, PeringammalaThiruvananthapuram
18. Dr. Varghese P. O.PrinicipalSt. Cyril’s College, Adoor P. O.,Pathanamthitta
Nominated Member from the Executive Council of the KSHEC
19. Dr. R. Jayaprakash‘Jalarag’, TC No. 26/2156,Statue Road, Thiruvananthapuram-1
STANDING COMMITTEE OF THE SYNDICATE
1. Sri. B. S. Jyothikumar Convener)
2. Dr. M. Jeevanlal
3. Prof. M. Jamal Kunju
4. Prof. P. Reghunath
5. Dr. K. L. Vivekanandan
6. Sri. A. Fasaludeen Huck
7. Dr. Sreekala P. S.
8. Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair
I. Standing Committee on Finance
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II. Standing Committee on Staff, Equipment & Buildings
1. Sri. R. S. Sasikumar Convener)
2. Sri. B. S. Jyothikumar
3. Dr. M. Jeevanlal
4. Prof. M. Jamal Kunju
III. Standing Committee on Affiliation of Colleges & Courses of Studies
1. Dr. M. Jeevanlal Convener)
2. Sri. B. S. Jyothikumar
3. Sri. R. S. Sasikumar
4. Prof. M. Jamal Kunju
5. Prof. P. Reghunath
6. Dr. K. L. Vivekanandan
IV. Standing Committee on Examinations
V. Standing Committee on Research & Scholarships
1. Prof. M. Jamal Kunju Convener)
2. Sri. R. S. Sasikumar
3. Prof. P. Reghunath
4. Dr. K. L. Vivekanandan
5. Dr. Varghese P. O
1. Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair (Convener)
2. Dr. Sreekala P. S
3. Sri. R. S. Sasikumar
4. Dr. M. Jeevanlal
5. Prof. P. Reghunath
VI. Standing Committee on Planning Development and Administrative Reforms
1. Dr. B. Suresh (Convener)
2. Dr. M. Jeevanlal
3. Sri. B. S. Jyothikumar
4. Sri. R. S. Sasikumar
5. Prof. P. Reghunath
6. Dr. K. L. Vivekanandan
7. Sri. A. Fasaludeen Huck
8. Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair
5. Dr. K. L. Vivekanandan
6. Sri. A. Fasaludeen Huck
7. Dr. Sreekala P. S.
8. Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair
7. Dr. Varghese P. O
8. Sri. A. Fasaludeen Huck
9. Dr. Sreekala P. S.
10. Dr. Jolly Jacob
11. Dr. R. Jayaprakash
6. Dr. Sreekala P. S.
7. Sri. B. S. Jyothikumar
8. Dr. Jolly Jacob
9. Dr. R. Jayaprakashh
6. Dr. K. L. Vivekanandan
7. Dr. Varghese P. O
8. Dr. B. Suresh
9. Dr. Jolly Jacob
10. Dr. R. Jayaprakash
VII. Standing Committee on Library, Publications, Seminar, Conference & FIP
1. Dr. Jolly Jacob (Convener)
2. Dr. B. Suresh
3. Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair
4. Dr. M. Jeevanlal
5. Dr. R. Jayaprakash
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VIII. Standing Committee on Teaching & Non-Teaching Staff of Private Colleges
1. Prof. P. Reghunath (Convener)
2. Sri. R. S. Sasikumar
3. Sri. A. Fasaludeen Huck
4. Dr. M. Jeevanlal
5. Prof. M. Jamal Kunju
IX. Standing Committee on Kerala University Colleges of Teacher Education, UITs and
Information Centres.
1. Dr. Varghese P. O (Convener)
2. Sri. R. S. Sasikumar
3. Prof. P. Reghunath
X. Standing Committee on Students’ Discipline
1. Dr. P. S. Sreekala (Convener)
2. Sri. B. S. Jyothikumar
3. Prof. M. Jamal Kunju
XI. Standing Committee on Students’ Service
1. Dr. B. Suresh
2. Dr. R. Jayaprakash
XII. Standing Committee on IMK
1. Sri. A. Fasaludeen Huck (Convener)
2. Sri. B. S. Jyothikumar
3. Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair
4. Dr. Varghese P. O
6. Dr. K. L. Vivekanandan
7. Dr. Varghese P. O
8. Dr. B. Suresh
9. Dr. Jolly Jacob.
10. Dr. R. Jayaprakash
4. Dr. K. L. Vivekanandan
5. Sri. A. Fasaludeen Huck
6. Dr. B. Suresh
4. Dr. Varghese P. O
5. Dr. B. Suresh
5. Dr. P. S. Sreekala
6. Prof. M. Jamal Kunju
7. Dr. Jolly Jacob
ACADEMIC COUNCIL
1. Vice-Chancellor, Dr. K. M. Abraham
2. Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Dr. J. Prabhash
3. The Director of Public Instruction, Thiruvananthapuram
4. The Director of Technical Education, Thiruvananthapuram
5. The Director of Collegiate Education, Thiruvananthapuram
6. The Director, Department of Physical Education, University of Kerala,
Thiruvananthapuram
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DEANS OF FACULTIES
7. Faculty of Arts
Dr. Maya Dutt, Dean, Faculty of Arts, Professor & Head, Institute of English, University ofKerala, Thiruvananthapuram.
8. Faculty of Ayurveda and Sidha,
Dr. N. Subhash Babu, Dean, Faculty of Ayurveda & Sidha, Reader, Govt. Ayurveda College,Thiruvananthapuram
9. Faculty of Commerce
Dr. K. Sasikumar, Dean, Faculty of Commerce, Professor, Dept. of Commerce, University Campus,Kariavattom.
10. Faculty of Education
Dr. M. S. Geetha, Dean, Faculty of Education, Principal, Govt. Brennan College of TeacherEducation, Thalasseri - 670101
11. Faculty of Engineering & Technology
Dr. B. Anil, Dean, Faculty of Engg. & Technology, Principal, Govt. Engg. College WaynadThalappuzha P. O.,Mananthavady
12. Faculty of Law
Dr. K. C. Sunny, Dean, Faculty of Law, Head of the Department, Dept. of Law, UniversityCampus, Kariavattom
13. Faculty of Management Studies
Dr. M. Ayyappan, Dean, Faculty of Management Studies, Chairman & M. D., Hindustan Latex,Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram
14. Faculty of Oriental StudiesDr. C. R. Prasad, Dean, Faculty of Oriental Studies, Reader, Department of Malayalam, UniversityCampus, Kariavattom
15. Faculty of Physical Education
Dr. K. K. Venu
Dean, Faculty of Physical Education Reader, S. N. Training College, Nedunganda, Varkala P.O.
16. Faculty of Science
Dr. Ashalatha S. Nair, Dean, Faculty of Science, Professor & Head, Department of Botany,University Campus, Kariavattom
17. Faculty of Fine Arts
Dr. P. Venugopalan, Dean, Faculty of Fine Arts, ‘Sreerangam’, TC 3/2052, LIC Lane, Pattom,Tvpm-695 004
18. Faculty of Homoeopathy
Dr. C. Jaya, Dean, Faculty of Homoeopathy, Professor, Govt. Homoeopathic Medical College,Thiruvananthapuram
Faculty of Social Sciences
Dr. Suresh Jnaneswaran, Dean, Faculty Social Science, Professor, Department of History, Universityof Kerala, Kariavattom
Faculty of Medicine
Dr. K. R. Vinayakumar, Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Vice-Principal (Prof. & Head, Departmentof Gastroenterology), Govt. Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram - 695 011
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19. Faculty of Applied Sciences
Vacant
20. Faculty of Dentistry
Vacant
21. The General Secretary of the University Union
Shri. Rajeesh M. I B. A. Political Science, S. N. College, Cherthala
All the Heads of University Dept. of Study and Research who are not Deans of Faculty
22. Aquatic Biology & Fisheries
Dr. A. Biju Kumar, Head of the Department, Dept. of Aquatic Biology & Fisheries, University ofKerala Kariavattom
23. Arabic
(Vacant)
24. Archaeology
Dr. Ajit Kumar, Sr. Lecturer & Head, Dept. of Archaeology, University of Kerala, Kariavattom
25. Bio-Chemistry
Dr. Annie Abraham, Professor and Head, Department of Bio-Chemistry, University of Kerala,Kariavattom
26. Bio-Technology
Dr. A. Jayakumaran Nair, Sr. Sc. Lecturer & Head, Dept. of Bio-Technology, University of Kerala,Kariavattom
Botany
Dr. Ashalatha S. Nair, Prof. & Head, Department of Botany, University Campus, Kariavattom.(included in the Dean’s list)
27. Chemistry
Dr. T. S. Anirudhan, Prof. & Head, Dept. of Chemistry, University of Kerala, Kariavattom
Commerce
Dr. C. Ganesh, Head of the Department, Department of Commerce, University Campus,Kariavattom
28. Communication & Journalism
Dr. K. Subash, Head of the Department, Dept. of Communication & Journalism, University ofKerala, Kariavattom
29. Computer Science
Dr. M. Wilscy, Professor & Head, Dept. of Computer Science, University of Kerala, Kariavattom
30. Demography
Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair, Head of the Department , Dept. of Demography, University ofKerala, Kariavattom
31. Economics
Dr. A. K. Prasad, Head, Dept. of Economics, University of Kerala, Kariavattom
32. Education
Dr. Theresa Susan A, Reader, Dept. of Education, Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram
33. Environmental Science
Dr. V. Salom Gnana Thanga, Head of the Department, Dept. of Environmental Science, Universityof Kerala, Gandhi Bhavan, Kariavattom
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34. Futures Studies
Dr. Manoj Changat, Head, Dept. of Futures Studies, University of Kerala,
35. Geology
Dr. S. N. Kumar, Reader and Head, Department of Geology, University Campus, Kariavattom
36. German
Dr. Latha Tampi, Prof. & Head, Dept. of German, Senate House Campus, Thiruvananthapuram
37. Hindi
Dr. J. Umakumari, Prof. and Head, Dept. of Hindi, University Campus, Kariavattom
38. History
Dr. Suresh Jnaneswaran, Head of the Department, Department of History, University Campus,Kariavattom
Institute of English
Dr. Maya Dutt, Prof. & Head, Institute of English, Senate House Campus, Thiruvananthapuram(included in the Dean’s list)
Institute of Management in Kerala
Dr. J. Rajan, Professor & Head, Institute of Management in Kerala (IMK), University Campus,Kariavattom
39. Islamic Studies
Shri. Ampotti A. K. Head, Department of Islamic Studies, University Campus, Kariavattom
Law
Dr. K. C. Sunny, Head of Law, University Campus , Kariavattom. (included in the Dean’s list)
40. Library & Information Science
Dr. K. P. Vijayakumar, Reader & Head, Dept. of Library & Information Science, UniversityLibrary Bldgs, Thiruvananthapuram
41. Linguistics
Dr. S. A. Shanavas, Head of the Department Department of Linguistics, University of Kerala,Kariavattom
Malayalam
Dr. C. R. Prasad, Head of the Department, Department of Malayalam, University Campus,Kariavattom (included in the Dean’s list)
42. Mathematics
Dr. G. Suresh Singh Reader & Head, Department of Mathematics, University Campus, Kariavattom
43. Music
Dr. B. Pushpa Professor & Head, Dept. of Music, Vazhuthacaud, Thiruvananthapuram - 14
Opto Electronics
Dr. V. P. Mahadevan Pillai, Professor & head, Department of Opto Electronics, University Campus,Kariavattom (included in the Dean’s list)
44. ORI & Manuscripts Library
Dr. K. G. Sreelekha Professor & Director, ORI & Manuscripts Library, University Campus,Kariavattom
45. Philosophy
Dr. Beena Isaac, Reader. & Head, Dept. of Philosophy, University Campus, Kariavattom
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46. Physics
Dr. V. Biju, Head, Department of Physics, University Campus, Kariavattom
47. Political Sciences
Dr. Shaji Varkey, Head of the Department, Department of Political Sciences, University campus,Kariavattom
48. Psychology
Dr. Immanuel Thomas, Head of the Department, Dept. of Psychology, University of Kerala,Kariavattom
Russian
Dr. Latha Thampi, HoD in-charge, Department of Russian, Senate House Campus,Thiruvananthapuram
49. Sanskrit
Dr. C. A. Shaila, Professor & Head, Dept. of Sanskrit, University Campus, Kariavattom
50. Sociology
Dr. Sobha B. Nair, Head of the Department, Dept. of Sociology, University Campus, Kariavattom
51. Statistics
Smt. G. Lesitha, Head, Dept. of Statistics, University Campus, Kariavattom
52. Tamil
Dr. P. Jayakrishnan, Sr. Sc. Lecturer, Dept. of Tamil, University Campus, Kariavattom
53. Zoology
Dr. M. C. Subhash Peter, Head of the Department, Dept. of Zoology, University Campus,Kariavattom
54. Institute of Distance Education
Dr. S. Jaseem, Reader & Director, Institute of Distance Education, University of Kerala,Thiruvananthapuram
55. Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
Dr. Achuth Sankar S. Nair, Head in-charge ,Computational Biology and Bio-informatics, UnivesityCampus, Kariavattom
All Members of the Syndicate
Ex-officio Members
56. The Secretary to Government
Higher Education Department, Govt. of Kerala, Government Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram
57. The Secretary to Government,
Information Technology Department, Govt. of Kerala, Government Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram
Elected Members
58. Shri. B. S. Jyothikumar, Chamakkala House, Panayanchery, Anchal P. O., Kollam
59. Shri. A. Fasaludeen Huck, Hasnalayam, Peroor, Kollam - 5
60. Dr. M. Jeevanlal, Principal, SN College, Varkala
61. Prof. P. Reghunath, Associate Professor, Department of Commerce, MSM College Kayamkulam
62. Dr. K. L. Vivekanandan, Associate Professor, Department of Geology, SN College, Chempazhanthy
63. Dr. P. S. Sreekala, Assistant Professor, Department of Malayalam, KKTM Govt. College, Pullutu,Kodungallur
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Nominated Members
65. Shri. R. S. Sasikumar, ‘Nirmalyam’, KRA 7, Nemom, Thiruvananthapuram - 20
66. Dr. B. Suresh, Principal, Govt. Institute of Advanced Study in Education, (Govt. Training College),Palace Road, Thrissur - 680020
67. Dr. Jolly Jacob, Vattakuzhiyil House, Muttada P. O., Thiruvananthapuram - 25
68. Prof. M. Jamal Kunju, Santhwana, 16th Mile Stone, Thonnakkal P. O. Thiruvananthapuram -695317
69. Dr. Varghese P. O., Perayil Christy Bhavan, Adoor P. O., Pathanamthitta
70. Dr. R. Jayaprakash, Jalarag, T. C. 26/2156, Statue Road, Thiruvananthapuram
71. Prof. M. Safarudeen,Principal, PMSA Pookoya Thangal Memorial Arts & Science College,Kadakkal, Kollam
72. Prof. Thulaseedharan Pillai R. Principal, University College, Thiruvananthapuram
73. Dr. G. Muraleedhara Kurup, Professor, Dept. of Bio-Chemistry, University of Kerala, Kariavattom
74. Smt. Santhi W. S., Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Bishop Moore College,Mavelikkara
75. Dr. Brilliant Rajan, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Environmental Sciences, St. John’s College,Anchal
76. Dr. Sujaya C. C., Associate Professor, Department of French, Govt. Arts College,Thiruvananthapuram
77. Prof. M.D.Ratheesh Kumar, Associate Professor, Dept. of Geology, S.N. College, Chempazhanthy
78. Fr. James Stephen Olickel Associate Professor, St. John's College, Anchal
79. Dr. S.Venumohan, Asst. Professor, Dept. of History, VTMNSS College, Dhanuvaphapuram
80. Dr. Radhika. R., Associate Professor & Head, Dept. of Home Science, Govt. College for Women,Thiruvanan thapuram
81. Sri.A.P.Alavi Bin Mohamed Bin Ahamed, Associate Professor, Dept. of Islamic Studies, UniversityCollege, Thiruvanan thapuram
82. Dr.A.Gopikuttan, Dept. of Library & Information Science, University of Kerala,Thiruvananthapuram
83. Dr. S. Kunjamma, Associate Professor, Dept. of Linguistics University of Kerala, Kariavattom
84. Dr. Prakash Pillai, Asst. Professor, Dept. Personnel Management, Loyola College,Thiruvananthapuram
85. Sri. K. Rajan, Associate Professor, Dept. of Mathematics, S.N.College, Punalur
86. Smt. Premlatha.K., Asso. Professor & Head, Dept. of Music, Govt. College for Women,Thiruvananthapuram
87. Dr.K.G. Gopchandran, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Optoelectronics, University of Kerala, Kariavattom.
88. Smt. Sumitha. E., Associate Professor, Dept. of Philosophy, Govt. College for Women,Thiruvananathapuram
89. Dr. K. A. Joseph, Associate Professor, Loyola College, Thiruvananthapuram
90. Dr. K. Manickaraj, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Tamil, University College, Thiruvananthapuram
91. Dr. A. Muhammed Thaha, Assistant Professor, Department of Arabic, MSM College, Kayamkulam
92. Dr. S. Anil Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Botany, S N College, Chempazhanthy
93. Shri. S. Mohandas, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry, N S S College, Cherthala
94. Shri. M. Sreekumar, Associate Professor, Department of Commerce, M M N S S College, Kottiyam
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95. Shri. K. S. Anil Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Sree AyyappaCollege, Eramallikkara, Thiruvanvandoor
96. Shri. A. Hashimudeen, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, T K M College of Arts& Science, Kollam
97. Shri. Suresh Babu V., Associate Professor, Department of Electronics & Comm., College ofEngineering, Thiruvananthapuram
98. Shri. R. Prem Kumar, Associate Professor, Department of English, Sree Narayana College,Kollam
99. Smt. Hema. S. Menon, Assistant Professor, Department of Geography, University College,Thiruvananthapuram
100. Dr. M. S. Vinayachandran, Associate Professor, Department of Hindi, U niversity College,Thiruvananthapuram
101. Shri. Anil Kumar. G., Associate Professor, Kerala Law Academy Law College,Thiruvananthapuram
102. Dr. P. Padmakumar, Associate Professor, Department of Malayalam, MSM College, Kayamkulam
103. Dr. K. Jayakumar , Associate Professor, Department of Physical Education, VTM NSS College,Dhanuvachapuram, Thiruvananthapuram
104. Dr.V. Unnikrishnan Nair, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, Government College,Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram
105. Dr. T. Rajan, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, University College
106. Shri. Aboobakkar T. V. P., Associate Professor, Department.of Psychology, Government Collegefor Women, Thiruvananthapuram
107. Dr. Rajeev. K. B., Assistant Professor, Department of Jyothisha, Government Sanskrit College,Thiruvananthapuram
108. Dr. Rejula. P. K., Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, KNM Government Arts &Science College, Kanjiramkulam, Thiruvananthapuram
109. Dr. Manoj Chacko, Assistant Professor, Department of Statistics, University of Kerala, Kariavattom,Thiruvananthapuram
110. Dr. M. G. Sanal Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology, N S S College, Pandalam
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FACULTIES
I Faculty of Arts
Dean
Dr. Maya Dutt,Prof. & Head, Institute of English,Senate House Campus,Thiruvananthapuram
Members
1. Dr. P. P. RaveendranProfessor, School of LettersM. G. University, Priyadarshini HillsKottayam - 686 560
2. Dr. Abraham JosephReader in English, Mar Ivanios CollegeThiruvananthapuram-695 015
3. Dr. K. M. SherifReader, Department of EnglishUniversity of CalicutCalicut University P. O., PIN-673 635
4. Dr. N. SreekumarAssistant Professor, Dept. ofHumanities and Social SciencesIndian Institute of TechnologyMadras, Chennai - 600 036
5. Dr. Sreekala M. NairReader in PhilosophySree Sankaracharya University ofSanskrit, Kalady
6. Dr. Milind BrahmeAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Humanities andSocial Sciences, Indian Institute ofTechnology Madras,Chennai-600 036
7. Dr. K. Murugesan ReddiarProfessor of Russian (Retd)‘Mayuri’, Changampuzha NagarKochi - 682 033
8. Dr. Harish ChandraLibrarian, Central LibraryIndian Institute of TechnologyMadras, Chennai - 600 036
9. Prof. Madavana Balakrishna PillaiProfessor & DirectorSchool of Communication &Information SciencesM. G. University,Priyadarshini Hills P.O.,Kottayam
10. Dr. V. JalajaReader & head, Dept. of Library andInformation ScienceUniversity of CalicutCalicut University P. O. - 673 635
II Faculty of Ayurveda & Siddha
Dean
Dr. N. Subhash Babu,Reader,Govt. Ayurveda College,Thiruvananthapuram
Members
1. Dr. G. Vinod Kumar, ProfessorAyurveda College, PanchakarmaHospital, Poojappura P. O.,Thiruvananthapuram
2. Dr. T. Rajan,Professor of Salyathantra, Govt.Ayurveda College, Pariyaram, Kannur
3. Dr. Eswara SarmaProfessor & Vice Principal,VPSV Ayurveda College, Kottakkal,Edaricode P. O., Malappuram (Dist.)
4. Dr. K. MuraliProfessor of Kayachikitsa,Govt. Ayurveda College,Thiruppunithura. P. O., Ernakulam.
5. Dr. N. Vimala,Professor, R & B department,Govt. Ayurveda College, Tvpm.
6. Dr. V. K. Ajith Kumar,Associate Professor of Salyathantra,Department of R & B, Govt.Ayurveda College, Tvpm.
7. Dr. C. Reghunathan Nair,Associate Professor of Salyathantra,Govt. Ayurveda College, Tvpm.
8. Dr. C. S. Kannadas,Associate Professor of Salyathantra,Govt. Ayurveda College,Thiruvananthapuram
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III Faculty of Education
Dean
Dr. M. S. Geetha,Principal,Govt. Brennan College of Teacher Education,Thalasseri
Members
1. Dr. Teresa Susan, HODDepartment of Education,University of Kerala, ThycaudThiruvananthapuram
2. Dr. Arun P. K., HODDepartment of Education,University of Calicut, Calicut
3. Dr. K. Krishnan, ProfessorHead and Chair, School of EducationMadurai Kamaraj university, Madurai
4. Dr. (Mrs.) P. PremaDean, Faculty of Education,Alagappa University,Karaikudi, Tamilnadu
5. Dr. P. J. JacobProfessor & DirectorSchool of pedagogical Sciences,M. G. University, Kottayam
6. Dr. M. S. Geetha, PrincipalGovt. College of TeacherEducation, Thycaud, Tvpm
7. Dr. K. R. Sivadasan(Former Dean, Faculty of EducationUniversity of Kerala)23-Harithagiri, KanjiramparaThiruvananthapuram
8. Dr. B. SureshDepartment of PsychologyGovt. College of TeacherEducation, ThycaudThiruvananthapuram
10. Dr. Mercy Kutty, PrincipalMar Theophilis Training College,Thiruvananthapuram
IV Faculty of Engineering & Technology
DeanDr. B. Anil,Professor, Department of Mechanical Engg.,College of Engineering,Thiruvananthapuram.
Members
1. Dr. Susy Thomas, ProfessorDepartment of Electrical Engg.NIT, Calicut, Kerala
2 Dr. M. P. SebastianProfessor of Information Technologyand Systems, IIM, Kozhikode, Kerala
3. Dr. K. M. M. PrabhuDept. of Electrical & ElectronicsEngg., IIT, Madras, Chennai
4. Dr. V. Suresh, Prof. & HeadDept. of Mechanical EngineeringTKM College of Engg., Kollam
5. Dr. K. B. RadhakrishnanAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Chemical Engg.TKM College of Engg., Kollam
6. Dr. B. Narayanan Nair, PrincipalUKF College of Engg.Parippally, Kollam
7. Prof. Krishnankutty,
ProfessorDept. of Information TechnologyGovt. Engg. CollegeBarton Hill,Thiruvananthapuram
8. Dr. Binumol TomAssistant Professor,Dept. of ArchitectureCollege of EngineeringThiruvananthapuram
9. Dr. Sathikumar, ProfessorDepartment of Civil Engg.College of EngineeringThiruvananthapuram
10. Dr. Rajasree, ProfessorDept. of Computer Science andEngineering, College of EngineeringThiruvananthapuram
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VII Faculty of Oriental Studies
Dean
Dr. C. R. Prasad,Reader & Head,Department of Malayalam,University Campus, Kariavattom
Members
1. Dr. N. Mohanan,Professor and Head,Department of Hindi, CUSAT, Kochi 22
2. Dr. P. C. Murali Madhavan,Professor and Head,Department of Sanskrit (Sahitya),Sree Sankara University of Sanskrit,Kalady,
3. Dr. M. Sanal Kumar,Professor and Head,Department of MalayalamMadurai Kamaraj University, Madurai
4. Dr. AlakesanProfessor Department of TamilMS University, Tirunelveli
5. Dr. Rahmathulla,Professor and Head,Department of Arabic,University of Calicut,Calicut University P. O.
6. Dr. C. J. PrasannakumariReader and Head,Department of Hindi,Govt. College for Women, Tvpm.
7. Dr. K. S. RavikumarReader, Department of Malayalam,M. G. College, Tvpm.
8. Dr. P. Laila,Principal,Govt. Sanskrit College, Tvpm.
9. Dr. SainudeenReader and Head,Department of Arabic,University College, Tvpm.
10. Dr. K. SugathaReader and Head,Department of Tamil,Govt. College for Women, Tvpm.
V Faculty of Law
Term expired on 30-09-2012
VI Faculty of Management Studies
Dean
Dr. M. Ayyappan,Chairman & MD,HLL Life Care Ltd.,Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram
Members
1. Dr. Ajit Prabhu V.Joint Director, KSCSTESastra Bhavan, PattomThiruvananthapuram
2. Dr. Ananthakuttan UnnithanIndian Institute of ManagementKozhikode
3. Dr. B. DamodaranIndian Institute of ManagementBangalore
4. Dr. Vijayakumar, PrincipalKITTS, Thycaud,Thiruvananthapuram
5. Dr. P. T. Ravindran, ProfessorDept. of Management StudiesKannur University, Palayad, Thalasserry
6. Dr. U. Bhasi, Professor,School of Management StudiesCUSAT, Kochi
7. Dr. P. T. Sreenivasan,Professor & HeadDepartment of Management StudiesMadras University Chepauk,Chennai - 600 005
8. Dr. Thenmozhi, ProfessorDept. of management StudiesIIT, Madras - 600 036
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VIII Faculty of Science
DeanDr. Ashalatha S. NairProf. & Head, Dept. of BotanyUniversity of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Members1. Dr. Manjunatha Pattabhi,
Professor,Dept. of Material Science,Mangalore University,Mangalagangotri. P. O.,Mangalore 574 199
2. Dr. C. Gangadharan NambiarProfessor,Dept. of Marine Geology,School of Marine Sciences,Cochin University of Science andTechnology,Foreshore Road, Kochi.
3. Dr. S. Nirmala Devi,Reader Dept. of Chemistry,Govt. Women’s College,Thiruvananthapuram
4. Dr. K. Indulekha, Professor,School of Pure and AppliedPhysics, M. G. University,Priyadershini Hills P. O., Kottayam.
5. Dr. R. Raveendran,Reader, Dept. of Physics,S. N. College, Kollam.
6. Dr. Rajukrishnan,Head, Dept. of Statistics,Govt. Women’s College, Tvpm.
7. Dr. George Thomas,Professor, School of Chemistry,Indian Institute of ScienceEducation and Research,Computer Science Building,College of Engineering,Tvpm. Compus, Tvpm.
8. Dr. R. Selvaraj,Professor of Botany,Annamalai University,Annamalainagar, T. N.
9. Dr. Francis Sunny,Reader, Dept. of Zoology,University College,Thiruvananthapuram
10. Dr. T. Tamilzh Chelvam,Professor and Head,Dept. of Mathematics,Manonmaniam, Sundaranar University,Abhisekapatti, Tirunelveli.
IX Faculty of Fine Arts
Dean
Dr. P. Venugopalan,Professor and Editor,Department of Malayalam Lexicon,University of Kerala,Thiruvananthapuram-34
Members
1. Prof. AjayakumarPrincipal,College of Fine Arts KeralaThiruvananthapuram
2. Prof. N. N. RimsonPrincipalRRV College of Fine ArtsMavelikkara
3. Sri. SureshkumarProf. Gr. II and Principal (in Charge)College of Fine Arts, Trissur
4. Dr. G. SreelathaHead of the Department of MusicGovt. College for Women,Thiruvananthapuram
5. Dr. N. Mini, Reader & Head,Department of Music,Swami Anandatheertha Campus,Edat P. O. PayyanurKannur University,Kannur.
6. Dr. Janakidevi SHOD, Department of Music,N. S. S. College,Karamana,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Suresh JnaneswaranProfessor & HeadDept. of HistoryKariavattom
Members1. Dr. Rajendran, Professor,
Department of HistoryBharatidasan University,Tiruchirapally, Tamil Nadu
2. Dr. Noorjam Beevi M.Reader & Head, Research Centre andPG Department of History,University College, Tvpm
3. Dr. B. Mohanan,Professor and Head,School of Political Science andInternational Studies,Pondicherry University,Kalapet, Pondicherry
4. Dr. Jeevan Kumar,Professor,Dept. of Political Sciences,University of Bangalore.Jnanabharathy P. O.,Bangalore-560056
5. Dr. Hari KumarDept. of Economics, CochinUniversity of Sciences and Technology,Kalamassery, Kochi
6. Dr. Anita Raveendran,Professor, Department of Psychology,University of Calicut, CalicutUniversity P. O., Pin-673635
7. Dr. Razeena Padmam,Director,School of Behavioural Sciences,Mahatma Gandhi University,Kottayam-686560
8. Dr. P. J. Jacob,Professor and Dean of Education,School of Pedagogical Sciences,Mahatma Gandhi University,Kottayam-686560
9. Dr. Jose Boban,Reader,Department of Sociology,Loyola College of Social SciencesSreekariyam,Thiruvananthapuram
10. Dr.S. N. Sangitha,Professor,Department of Governance andDevelopment Administration,Instirute of Social and EconomicChange, Jnanabharathy,Bangalore-560056
8. Dr. B. ArundhathiHOD, Department of MusicS. N. College,Kollam
9. Dr. PreethyHOD, Department of Music,Sri. Sankara University,Kalady
XI Faculty of Medicine
Dean
Dr. K. R. VinayakumarVice-PrincipalGovt. Medical CollegeThiruvananthapuram
Members
1 Dr. Ramadas PisharadiPrincipal, Medical College,Thiruvananthapuram
2. Dr. SreekumariDept. of Forensic MedicineGovt. Medical College, Alappuzha
3. Dr. Jayakumar B.(Retd Prof. & Head, Dept. ofMedicine, Govt. Medical College,Thiruvananthapuram)TC3/1996, Aswathi, SivamangalamLane, Near LIC Office,Pattom Palace P. O.
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XII Faculty of Homoeopathy
Dean
Dr. C. Jaya,Professor,Govt. HomoeopathicMedical College,Thiruvananthapuram
Members
1. Dr. P. Sunil Raj,
Prof. Dept. of Pharmacy.
Govt. Homeopathic Medical
College, Tvpm.2. Dr. K. N. Venugopalan, Reader,
Dept. of Physiology and BioChemistry, Govt. HomeopathicMedical College, Tvpm.
3. Dr. Renu Mathew,Prof. Dept. of RepertoryGovt. Homeopathic MedicalCollege, Calicut.
4. Dr. K. L. Babu,Reader Dept. of HomeopathicPhilosophy, Govt. HomeopathicMedical College, Calicut.
5. Dr. Jose M. Kuzhim ThottiyilReader Dept. of Materia MedicaGovt. Homeopathic MedicalCollege, Calicut.
6. Dr. R. Janardhanan, Prof. and HODDept. of Practice of MedicineDr. Padiyar Memorial HomeopathicMedical College, Ernakulam.
7. Dr. R. VenugopalProf. and HODDept. of AnatomyANSS, Homeopathic MedicalCollege, Kottayam.
8. Dr. C. K. MohananProf. & Head,Dept. of Materia MedicaSaradha Krishna HomeopathicMedical College, Kulasekharam,Tamilnadu
9. Dr. Roshan PintoProf. Dept. of HomeopathicPhilosophy,Fr. Muller HomeopathicMedical College, Mangalore
4. Dr. Baby Paul(Retd. Prof. Medical College,Archana, DB Jn.Thiruvananthapuram
5. Dr. P. BinduAsst. Professor of OPG,TD Medical College, Alappuzha
6. Dr. Reneega GangadharProf. Dept. of Pharmacology,Medical College,Thiruvananthapuram
7. Dr. K. L. SaradadeviProfessor,Dept. of MicrobiologyGovt. Medical College Calicut
8. Dr. SankarProfessor,Dept. of PathologyMedical CollegeThiruvananthapuram
9. Dr. Vinayakumar K. P.Dept. of Gastro Entrology,Medical CollegeThiruvananthapuram
10. Dr. VijayakumarDept. of Preventive MedicineMedical CollegeThiruvananthapuram
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Dr. V. S. Syamala Devi (Ayurveda Pass)Prof., Govt. Ayurveda CollegeThiruvananthapuram
Dr. Girijakumari (Medicine Pass)Prof. of AnatomyMedical College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. S. Satheesh Kumar (Commerce Pass)Associate ProfessorDept. of Commerce,Govt. College, Attingal
Dr. Bindu R. Nair (Dentistry Pass)Professor, Dept. of Periodontics,Govt. Dental College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. James Alexander (Mathematics Pass)Associate ProfessorDepartment of MathematicsMar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Jijimon K. Thomas (Physics Pass)Associate ProfessorDepartment of PhysicsMar Ivanios CollegeThiruvananthaprum
CHAIRMEN - BOARDS OF STUDIES
Dr. Shibi I. G. (Chemistry Pass)Associate ProfessorDepartment of ChemistrySN College, Chempazhanthy
Dr. Vijaya Mohan (Zoology Pass)Associate ProfessorDepartment of Zoology, Govt. College, Chavara
Dr. S. Rajookrishna (Statistics Pass)Departement of StatisticsGovt. Women College, Thiruvananthapuram
Smt. Thresiamma Mathew (Botany Pass)Associate ProfessorDept. of Botany and Biotechnology,Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram
Sri. M.D. Ratheesh Kumar (Geology Pass)Associate Professor, Dept. of GeologySN College, ChempazhanthyThiruvananthapuram
Dr. Dr. T. Neelakantan (Geography Pass)Associate ProfessorDepartment of GeographyUniversity College, Thiruvananthapuram
XIII Faculty of Applied Science
Term expired on 30-09-2012
XIV Faculty of Dentistry
Term expired on 22-12-2012
XV Faculty of Commerce
Term expired on 13-08-2011
XVI Faculty of Physical Education
Term expired on 05-01-2012
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Dr. Remani Bhai (Micro Biology)Prof. & Head, Dept. of Micro BiologyMedical College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. S. Suresh (Engineering Pass I)Asst. Professor, Dept. of Civil EngineeringTKM College of Engineering, Kollam
Prof. S. A. Samitha (Engg. Pass II)Dept. of MECollege of Engineering Tvpm
Prof. A. S. Shajilal (Engg. Pass III)Department of Electrical & ElectronicsEngineering, CET
Sri. K. R. Raghunathan (Law Pass)Associate ProfessorGovt. Law College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. K. S. Chandrasekhar(Business Management)Prof. & HeadInstitute of Management in KeralaThiruvananthapuram
Dr. K. Mohanan (Polymer Chemistry)Professor, Department of ChemistryUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. Ajith Kumar (Archaeology)Head, Dept of Archaeology,University of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. Geetha Rani A. V. (History Pass)Associate Professor,Department of HistoryGWC College, Vazhuthacaud, Tvpm.
R. Rajasekharan Pillai (Economics Pass)Associate Professor,Dept. of Economics, Govt. College,Attingal, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. T. Rajan (Political Science Pass)Associate Professor,Department of Political ScienceUniversity College,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Sunil John (Sociology Pass)KNM Govt. CollegeKanjiramkulam, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Lekha Ganesh (Psychology Pass)Associate Professor,Department of PsychologyUniversity College,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. P. J. Jacob (English Pass)Associate Professor,Department of EnglishMar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Jayakumaran (Philosophy Pass)Associate ProfessorDepartment of PhilosophyGovt. Womens College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. V. Narendran (Russian Pass)Head, Dept. of RussianUniversity College, Tvpm
Dr. A. Gopikuttan(Library & Information Science)Reader & HeadDepartment of Library & Information ScienceUniversity of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. K. Subhash(Communication & Journalism)Professor & Head, Dept. of Communication &Journalism, University of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. B. V. Sasikumar (Malayalam Pass)Associate ProfessorDept. of Malayalam,Kunjukrishana nadar MemorialGovt. Arts & Science CollegeKanjiramkulam, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. M.S. Vinayachandran (Hindi Pass)Associate ProfessorDepartment of HindiUniversity College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. B. Pushpa (Music)Professor & Head, Dept. of MusicUniversity of Kerala, Vazhuthacaud,TrivandrumProf. S. Ajayakumar (Applied Arts)Principal, College of Fine Arts,Thiruvananthapuram
Prof. K. Aliyar (Visual Arts)Gazal, LUMRA - 4Govt. Law College Jn.Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Tessymol Mathew (Homoeopathy Pass)Department of SurgeryGovt. Homoeopathic Medical College, Tvpm
Sri Somanathan R. (Physical Education)Lecturer, Sel. Gr., Dept. of Physical Edn.MSM College, Kayamkulam
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Prof. V. Suresh Babu (Electronics)Asst. ProfessorCollege of Engineering,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. V. P. Mahadevan Pillai(Opto-Electronics)Prof. & Head, Dept. of Opto-ElectronicsUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. A. Ajayaghosh(Nanoscience & Nanotechnology)
Dr. Girijakumary (Applied Health Sciences)Professor & HeadDept. of Bio-chemistryMedical College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. A. Jayakumaran Nair(Biotechnology)Head, Dept. of BiotechnologyUniversity of Kerala, Tvpm
Dr. V. Ajayakumar(Computer Science Pass)Director, Computer Center, (Rtd.)University of Kerala,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Jayakumaran (Philosophy Pass)Associate ProfessorDept. of PhilosophyGovt. Women College,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Jolly Jose (Nursing Pass)Principal, Govt. college of Nursing,Alappuzha
Y. Anitha (Pharmaceutical Science)‘Aswathy’, Mosque lane, Kumarapuram,Medical College P. O., Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Geetha A. (MLT Pass)Course Director, B. Sc. MLTMedical College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. MKC Nair (Health Science)Director, Child Development CentreSAT Hospital, Medical College, Tvpm.
Dr. Latha Thampi (German)Associate Professor in German,University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. M. Sainudheen (Arabic Pass)Head, Dept. of ArabicUniversity College,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Salom Gnana Thanga(Environmental Science)Assistant Professor and HeadDept. of Environmental ScienceUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom CampusThiruvananthapuram
Dr. Manoj Changat (Future Studies)Professor, & HeadDept. of Future Studies,University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Annie Abraham (Biochemistry)Professor, Dept. of BiochemistryUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. K. Krishnankutty Nair (Sanskrit Pass)Head, Dept. of Nyaya,Govt. Sanskrit College,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. K. Vijayalekshmy (Tamil Pass)Associate Professor in Tamil,University College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. G. R. Santhoshkumar (Education Pass)Associate Professor and Head,Govt. College of Teacher Education ,Thycadu, Thiruvananthapuram
Prof. Getha Leon (French & Latin)Assistant Professor,St. Josph’s College for Women, Alappuzha
Dr. Bijukumar(Aquatic biology and Fisheries)Head, Dept. of Aquatic Biology,University of Kerala, Kariavattom,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Susan J Mathew (Home Science Pass)Prof. Govt. College for Women,Thiruvananthapuram
Rev. Fr. James Stephen (Hebrew & Cyriac)Associate Professor,St. John’s College Anchal
Dr. Rose Mary. A (Lingustics)Assistant Professor and Head,Department of Lingustics,Uniersity of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. S. Sharafudeen (Islamic Studies)Professor, Department of Islamic Studies,University of Kerala,Thiruvananthapuram
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Dr. V. N. Radhakrishnan (Ayurveda PG)Professor, Dept. of KayachikitsaGovt. Ayurveda College,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. K. R. Vinaya Kumar (Medicine PG)Prof. & Head of GastroenterologyMedical College Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. K. Sasikumar (Commerce PG)Professor & Head,Dept. of Commerce, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Jolly Mary Varghese (Dentistry PG)Principal, Govt. Dental College,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. C. Jayasree (Mathematics PG)Professor & Head Dept of MathematicsUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. C. Venugopal (Physics PG)Professor,School of Pure & Applied PhysicsMG University, Kottayam
Dr. T. S. Anirudhan (Chemistry PG)Professor and Head, Dept. of ChemistryUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. Asha Latha S. Nair (Botany PG)Professor & Head,Department of BotanyUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. M. C. Subhash Peter (Zoology PG)Associate ProfessorDepartment of ZoologyUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. P. Yageen Thomas (Statistics PG)Professor & Head, Department of StatisticsUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. S. Anirudhan (Geology PG)Professor & Head,Department of GeologyUniversity of Kerala,Kariavattom
Dr. M. R. Baiju (Engineering PG)Prof., Dept. of Electronics &Communication, CET
Dr. K.C. Sunny (Law PG)Professor & Head,Department of LawUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. Suresh Jnaneswaran (History PG)Reader, Dept. of HistoryUniversity of Kerala, KariavattomThiruvananthapuram
Dr. Shaji Varkey (Political Science PG)Dept of Political ScienceUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. Sobha B. Nair (Sociology PG)Lecturer, Department of SociologyUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom.
Dr. M. K. Saralamma (Economics PG)Professor & Head,Department of EconomicsUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. Immanual Thomas (Psychology PG)Professor, Dept. of PsychologyUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. C. R. Prasad (Malayalam PG)Reader, Department of MalayalamUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. Umakumari (Hindi PG)Professor & Head, Dept. of Hindi,University of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. C. Jaya (Homoeopathy PG)Prof. Case TakingGovt. Homoeopathic Medical CollegeThiruvananthapuram
Dr. M. Wilscy (Computer Science PG)Professor & Head,Dept. of Computer Science,University of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. K. A. Joseph (Social Work)Head, Dept. of Social Work,Layola College of Social Sciences,Sreekariyam, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. K. C. Laly (BASLP)Professor, Department of ENTMedical College Thiruvananthapuram
Prof. Dr. V. Arunachalam(Siddha Medicine and Surgery)Principal,Santhigiri Siddha Medical College,Pothencode,Thiruvananthapuram
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List of persons who held the office of Vice-Chancellor or performed the functionsand duties attached to the office from 01.11.1937 onwards
Sir C.P.Ramaswamy Aiyar 01.11.1937 to 12.09.1947Sir Harold Papworth 13.09.1947 to 31.08.1949P. R. Parameswara Panikkar 01.09.1949 to 02.01.1950(Registrar-in-charge of the duties of Vice-Chancellor)V. K. Nandan Menon 03.01.1950 to 31.01.1951P. R. Parameswara Panikkar 01.02.1951 to 14.11.1951(Registrar-in-charge of the duties of Vice-Chancellor)Sir A.Ramaswamy Mudaliar 15.11.1951 to 31.12.1957Dr. John Mathai 01.01.1958 to 31.10.1959Dr.C.C.John (Acting VC) 01.11.1959 to 15.01.1960Dr.K.C.K.E.Raja 16.01.1960 to 15.01.1963Prof. Samuel Mathai 29.01.1963 to 20.04.1969V. Narayana Pillai (Acting VC) 30.09.1966 to 16.04.1967Dr. A.Ayyappan 21.04.1969 to 20.10.1970Dr. George Jacob 21.10.1970 to 24.01.1973A. Sreedhara Menon 25.01.1973 to 16.07.1973(Registrar-in-charge of the current duties of the Vice-Chancellor)Dr. V. K.Sukumaran Nayar 03.02.1973 to 16.07.1973(Member of the Syndicate performing the functionsof the Vice-Chancellor as Chairman at meetingsof the University Bodies)
Dr. Maya Dutt (English PG)Professor & Head, Institute of EnglishUniversity of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Beena Issac (Philosophy PG)Associate ProfessorDepartment of PhilosophyUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Dr. V. Arunachalam(Sidha Medicine & Surgery PG)
Prof. Valsa K. Panicker (Nursing PG)Principal, Govt. College of Nursing,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair(Demography)Associate Professor and Head,Dept. of Demography, University of Kerala,Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram - 581
TSN Pillai (Social work PG)‘Sreerenjini’, Pongummoodu,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Ajith Kumar (Archaeology PG)Head, Dept. of ArchaeologyUniversity of Kerala, Kariavattom
Sri. Rajendran (Sanskrit PG)Associate Professor in Sanskrit,University College, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Rajendran (Tamil PG)Associate Professor and Head,Department of Tamil, University College,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Theresa Susan (Education)Associate Professor and Head,Department of Education, University of Kerala,Thycadu, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. A. Nizarudeen (Arabic PG)Professor and Head,Department of Arabic, University of Kerala,Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Radhika (Home Science)Head, Department of Home Science,Govt. College for Women , Thiruvananthapuram
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Dr. R. S. Krishnan 17.07.1973 to 16.07.1977Dr. V. K. Sukumaran Nair 17.07.1977 to 16.07.1981Dr. A.V. Varghese 20.07.1981 to 17.01.1983Dr. K. Gopalan 20.01.1983 to 02.08.1983(Vice-Chancellor, Cochin University of Science &Technology in additional charge)P. S. Habeeb Mohammed 03.08.1983 to 02.08.1987S. Gopalan 04.08.1987 to 05.10.1987(Commissioner and Secretary to GovernmentHigher Education in additional charge)M. S. K. Ramaswamy 06.10.1987 to 14.10.1987(Commissioner & Secretary to GovernmentHigher Education Dept. in additional charge)Dr. G. .Balamohanan Thampi 15.10.1987 to 10.10.1991T. N. Jayachandran 10.10.1991 to 02.02.1992(Commissioner & Secretary to GovernmentGeneral Education Dept. in additional charge)Prof. Dr. J. V. Vilanilam 03.02.1992 to 04.06.1996Dr. D. Babu Paul 08.06.1992 to 18.11.1992(Commissioner & Secretary to GovernmentCultural Affiairs Dept. in additional charge)Prof. Dr. J. V. Vilanilam 19.11.1992 to 02.02.1996Prof. M. Salihu 02.02.1996 to 21.03.1996 FN(Pro-Vice-Chancellor in-charge)Dr. N. Babu 21.03.1996 to 20.03.2000Dr. Cyriac Thomas 21.03.2000 to 01.05.2000(Pro-Vice-Chancellor in charge)Dr. B. Ekbal 02.05.2000 to 01.05.2004Dr. S. Kevin 02.05.2004 to 18.08.2004(Pro-Vice-Chancellor in charge)Dr. M. K. Ramachandran Nair 19.08.2004 to 18.08.2008Dr. Gangan Prathap 19.08.2008 to 14.12.2008(Vice-Chancellor, Cochin University of Science &Technology in additional charge)Prof. A. Jayakrishnan 15.12.2008 to 14.12.2012Dr. K. M. Abraham 15.12-2012 to
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The details regarding the meetings of Senate, Syndicate and Academic Council conductedduring January 2012 to December 2012.
B. A. Economics, English, Malayalam. B. Sc. Botany, Botany & Biotechnology, Chemistry,Mathematics, Physics, Zoology. B. Com., M.A. English. M.Sc. Analytical Chemistry, Physics.
B. A. Economics, English, History, Malayalam. B. Sc. Botany, Environment & WaterManagement Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics. B. Com., M. Sc. (Mathematics),M. A. Economics
B.A. Economics, History, Malayalam, Politics, Philosophy B. Sc. Botany, Chemistry,Computer Science, Physics, Zoology B. Com., M. A. Economics M. Sc. Botany,Physics, Zoology
10. St. Joseph’s College for Women, Alappuzha - 688001 (1954)
B.A. Economics, English, Mass Communication & Video Production, B.Sc. Botany, Botany &Biotechnology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Zoology, B. Com., M.A. English, M.Sc.Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Zoology, M. Com., Master of Tourism Administration (MTA)
B. A. Communicative English, B.Sc. Computer Science, Electronics, B. Com., B.Com. Tourism &Travel Management, B. Com. Tax Procedure and Practice B.B.A., B.C.A., M.C.A.,M.Com. MBA
64. National College, Manacaud P.O., Thiruvananthapuram - 695009 (1995)
B.A. Communicative English, B.Sc. Bio chemistry & Industrial Microbiology, Biotechnology,Computer Science, Electronics, B.C.A., B.Com., M.Sc. Computer Science, Bio-Informatics,Electronics, M. Com. Finance, B. B. A.
65. National Institute of Speech & Hearing, Karimanal, Akkulam,Thiruvananthapuram - 695 583 (1997)
MBBS, MD Anaesthesiology, Dermatology & Venereology, General Medicine, Paediatrics,Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Pathology, MS General Surgery, DCH (Diploma in Child Health), DA(Diploma in Anaesthesia), DGO
KOLLAM DISTRICT
SELF-FINANCING
131. Azeezia Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Meeyannoor, Kollam (2008)
B. Tech. Civil, Information Technology, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical Engineering,Electronics& Communication. M. Tech. Information Technology (Non-work Engg.), InformationTechnology (Net Work Engineering), Electronics and Communication (Signal Processing)
201. University College of Engineering, Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram (2000) (Underthe direct Management of the Kerala University)
B. Tech. Civil, Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics,Information Technology, Mechanical, M. Tech. Computer Science and Engineering, Electronicsand Communication (Tele Communication), Electrical and Electronics (Power Control and Drivers),Mechanical (Machine Design), Civil (Structural Engineering)
207. Marian College of Engineering, Kazhakkuttam, Tvpm-695582 (2001)
B. Tech. Biotechnology, Computer Science, Electrical& Electronics, Electronics & Communication,Information Technology, Mechanical, MCA, M. Tech. Electrical and Electronics (Power Systems),Electronics and Communication (Applied Electronics and Instrumentation), Computer Science &Engineering, MBA
210. Muslim Association College of Engineering, Venjaramoodu,
Bachelor of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
* MBA/MCA Courses in existing Colleges under different category
NEW COLLEGES SANCTIONED DURING - 2012
Sl No. Name of the College Course Seats
1. Christ Nagar College, Maranallor, BBA 30Koovalassery P. O, Malayinkeezhu, BCA 30Thiruvananthapuram, B. Com. with Computer Application 40
2. Vigyaan College of Applied Sciences (VICAS), BA English 30Sasthagiri, Naadukaani, Kattakode P. O, BBA 30Kattakada, Thiruvananthapuram B. COm. Co-operation 40
3. College of Applied Sciences, Karthikapally, BBA 50Harippad, Alappuzha. BCA 50
B. Sc. Computer Science 50B. Com. with Computer Application 50
4. NSS Law College, Kottiyam, Kollam BA LLB 60
5. Sree Narayana Guru College BA LLB 60of Legal Studies, Kollam.
6. Mar Gregorios College of Law, BA LLB 60Mar Ivanios Vidyanagar (Bethany Hills),Nalanchira, Thiruvananthapuram
7. DC School of Management and Technology, MBA 60KINFRA Film and Video Park,Sainik School P. O, Kazhakoottam,Thiruvananthapuram.
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NEW COURSES 2012-13
Sl.No Name of the College Course Seats Year
1. Government Engineering College, B.Tech – Civil Engineering 60 2012-13Barton Hill, Thiruvnanthapuram M.Tech – Electronics and
7. Mar Baselios College of Engineering M.Tech - Electronics andand Technology, Nalanchira, Communication (TeleThiruvnanthapuram Communication Engineering) 18 2012-13
M.Tech – Electrical & ElectronicsEngineering (Power Control & Drives) 18
The following employees appointed under the Scheme of Compassionate Employment Scheme
1. Sri. Anoop R, S/o Late A. Ramaswamy, Foreman, University Press appointed as Assistant.
2. Sri. Kiran T. Das, S/o late R. V. Thulasidas, Security Guard appointed as Assistant
3. Sri. Amal Susheel, S/o late R. Asokankumary, Selection Grade typist appointed as Assistant
4. Sri. AnilKumar T, S/o Late P. Thomas, Peon, University Library appointed as Peon
5. Smt. P. Rugmini, W/o Late K. Jayan, Binder, University Press, appointed as Peon
6. Sri. Bharath Santhosh, S/o Late S. Santhoshkumar, Asst. Grade II appointed as Assistant
Headship changed as per Rotation
1. Dr. C. Ganesh has been nominated as HoD, Dept. of Commerce - wef. 26-6-2012
2. Dr. C. S. Shaila has been nominated as HoD Dept. of Sanskrit wef. 26-6-2012
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SECTIONS
ADMINISTRATION A I SECTION
The folowing Officers were deputed to attend the government of India sponsored Programme on
“Computer Training on Office Automation and Internet” at Institute of Management in Government,Thiruvananthapuram from 09-04-2012 to 20-04-2012
1. Smt. Rugmini N, Assistant Registrar
2. Smt. Sheela George, Section Officer
3. Sri. G. Hiran, Section Officer
4. Sri. G. Pradeepkumar, Selection Grade Assistant
5. Sri. G. Shijo. P. Joy Mathews, Selection Grade Assistant
The following Officers attended the short term Orientation Programme for University Administrators
conducted by the UGC-Academic Staff College, Kariavattom from 17.12.2012 to 21.12.2012
1. S. Syamala, Joint Registrar, Academic
2. Smt. L. Rani, Deputy Registrar
3. Sri. C. A. Abdul Shukkur, Deputy Registrar
4. Smt. A. C. Lila Kumari, Deputy Registrar
5. Smt. Annie Chacko, Assistant Registrar (Hr. Gr)
6. Smt. P. Padma Kumari, Assistant Registrar (Hr Gr)
7. Sri. K. Babu, Assistant Registrar
8. Smt. K. K. Sudha, Assistant Registrar
9. Dr. Sreela Raj. N. R, Assistant Registrar
10. Smt. Padma Jones, Assistant Registrar
11. Smt. G. Vijayambika, Assistant Registrar
12. Smt. S. J. Sunitha, Assistant Registrar
13. Smt. Kamala Bai, Assistant Registrar
14. Sri. A. Abdul Sathar, Section Officer (Hr. Gr)
15. Smt. S. Remadevi, Section Officer (Hr. Gr)
16. Smt. G. Mini, Section Officer (Hr. Gr)
17. Smt. T. Geethakumary, Section Officer (Hr. Gr)
18. Smt. B. Girija, Section Officer (Hr. Gr)
19. Smt. K. Girija, Section Officer, (Hr Gr)
20. Smt. Geetha Rani, Section Officer, (Hr Gr)
21. Sri. R. Raja Mohan, Section Officer
22. Sri. S. Parthasarathi, Section Officer
23. Sri. Raj Narayanan. R, Section Officer
24. Sri. Robin Xavier, Section Officer
25. Sri. U. Anil, Section Officer
26. Smt. K. G. Durga Devi, Section Officer
27. Smt. R. Jalajakumar, Section Officer
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1. Eleven Security Guards were posted as permanent basis, in the NJD/NCA vacancies.
2. Three posts of Assistant Professors (Lecturers) were created with the concurrence of the Govt.in the university department of Arabic, Kariavattom.
3. Dr. Seenath Beevi S, Associate Professor, University College, Thiruvananthapuram has been postedon deputation basis in the University department of Arabic, Kariavattom as Reader/AssociateProfessor.
ADMINISTRATION ‘A V’ SECTION
Retirement
Smt. Laila C. S. - Deputy Librarian - retired from service on 31-5-2012
Dr. P. R. Sudhakaran - Professor - Department of Bio-chemistry retired on 29-2-2012
Promotion
Sri. Hamsa A. - Promoted as deputy Librarian wef. 1-6-2012
Sri. Hari Kumar S - Promoted as Assistant Librarian Grade - I wef 1-6-2012
Dr. K. G. Sudhier - Promoted as Reference Assistant wef. 1-6-2012
Smt. Sreekala L - Promoted as technical Assistant wef- 1-6-2012
Dr. Jalaja Kumari C. - Promoted as Assistant Librarian grade II wef. 1-6-2012
Participation on Seminars, workshops, Refresher Courses and Orientation programmes byUniversity Library Staffs.
1. Participation in National workshop conducted by Inflibnet from 3rd December to 7th December2012 at Gujarat University, Ahamadabad. Sri Sudhi S. Vijayan and Sri Eldhojoy. E (TechnicalAssistant) attended the workshop.
2. Attending Orientation programme conducted by UGC. Academic staff college, Kariavattom from31-10-2012 to 27-11-2012 - Smt. Sheeja B. S. (Asst. Librarian) attended the programme.
3. Attending National workshop on “E-Granthalaya” at LBS College of Engineering for Wormen,Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram, organised by KLA-NLC from 11-9-2012 to 13-9-2012
The following staffs participated in the workshop:-
Assistant Librarians:- Dr. Aji Kumari T, Dr. P.K. Suresh Kumar, Dr. Jalaja Kumari C
Assistant Librarian Gr I:- Hashim E
Reference Assistant:- Jayasree S
Technical Assistants:- Resmi Sara Thomas, Dhanya K. M, Khadeeja M, Suma P. B, Rejith V. R,Arunkumar V. R Divya P. I, Sudhi S. Vijayan, Suresh Kumar. C, K. T. Jayalatha V. G., JemanyThomas
4. Attending Refresher Course in Library and Information Science conducted by UGC AcademicStaff College from 16th May 2012 to 5th June 2012. The following staffs attended the Refreshercourse
Reference Assistant:- Jayasree S, Sreekumaran Nair K
Assistant Librarians:- Dr. P.K. Suresh Kumar
Assistant Librarian Gr II:- Premkumar T
Technical Assistants:- Sudhi S. Vijayan Dr. B. Mini Devi, Assistant Professor, Department of Libraryand Information Science
5. Attending Refresher Course conducted by UGC - Academic Staff College, Kariavattom from9-4-2012 to 30-4-2012. The following Staff attended refresher course: Eldho Joy E, Dr. P. K.Sureshkumar, Majeed H
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6. Participation on National Seminar at kanakakkunu place, organized by Raja Ram Mohan RoyFoundation, Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India from 20-4-2012AN to 21-4-2012.
Assistant Librarians:- Dr. Beena S, Dr. Aji Kumari T, Dr. P.K. Suresh Kumar, Madhymati M. S, Dr.Sheeja B. S.
Assistant Librarian Gr II:- Majeed H., Hashim E
Assistant Librarians:- Ajith Kumar K, Dr. Surya Prasad, SujithKumar T.K
Reference Assistant:- Hamsa A, Jayasree S, Dr. Jalajakumari C
Technical Assistants:- Dr. Nair Rema Devi Appukuttan, Anjana V. S., Sudhi S. Vijayan, Suresh KumarC, Renjith V. R., Eldho Joy E, Reshmi Sara Thomas, Kalasani J. T, Khadeeja m, Suma P. B,
Library Assistant:- Jyothi Saraswathy
7. To attend Training programme on Design and development of Digital Libraries using D space opensource software conducted by NISCAIR, New Delhi
Mehaboobullah. K, Sudhi S. Vijayan, Renjith V. R, Arunkumar V. R - Technical Assistant attendedthe training programme
8. To attend orientation programme conducted by UGC Academic staff college, Kariavattom from27-12-2011 to 23-1-2012 - Dr. Mohana Kumari, T Assistant Librarian attended the programme
ADMINISTRATION ‘A VI’ SECTION
The details of new appointments and retirements of the teachers of the University Departments whichare dealt with / in the Ad A VI Section are furnished below
Dept. of Biotechnology
Dr. V. Thankamoni, Professor - Retired on 31-3-2012 AN
Dept. of Botany
Dr. G. Valsala Devi, Curator - Retired on . 31-5-2012 AN
Department of Communication and Journalism
Smt. Rekha M. Sasidharan, Sel. Gr. Lecturer - Retired on 31-3-2012 AN.
Sri. M. Vijaya Kumar, Sel. Gr. Lecturer - Retired on 31-5-2012 AN.
Smt. Maggie J was appointed as Lecturer in the Department w.e.f. 29-9-2012 FN.
Dr. M. S. Hari Kumar was appointed as Lecturer in the department w.e.f. 28-9-2012 FN.
Department of Demography
Dr. S. Sulaja, Professor - Retired on 31-3-2012 AN.
Department of Mathematics
Smt. Manju V. N. was appointed as Lecturer w.e.f. 9-8-2012 FN.
ADMINISTRATION Misc. SECTION
NAAC Re-accrediation
The re-accreditation process of the University was restarted in the year 2012. The Internal QualityAssurance Cell (IQAC) and the steering Committee of the IQAC have been reconstituted as perNAAC regulations. Separate officers have been provided for the Director, IQAC and NAAC inthe first floor of the Finance Block, Senate house campus, Thiruvananthapuram. As part of thepreparations for the NAAC Peer team Visit, the IQAC members, under the leadership of theHonorable Pro-vice-Chancellor, visited the departments of the University to assess theirrequirements.
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Several meetings of the IQAC were held discuss the re-accrediation process. Meetings with theHead of the Departments of the departments / Directors of centres were also conducted to discussthe modalities to be followed for the NAAC re-accreditation
ADMINISTRATION ‘B III’ SECTION
It is informed that the House Building Advance Scheme to University Employees and Teachers hasbeen reintroduced in the financial year 2010-11 as per U. O. No. Ad.A.V.1/530/2010 dated 05-08-2010(based on G.O. (P) No : 505/2009/fin dated 12-11-2009) has been extended for the financial year 2012-2013 based on the Government Circular No. 28/2012/Fin. Dated 30-05-2012.
Applications were invited for the House Building Advance 2012-13 Vide Circular No. Ad. B.III.4/119012/2012 dated 16-07-2012. Five Applications were received which are under scrutiny.
ADMINISTRATION ‘D I’ SECTION
1. Established the Kerala University Centre for Students Permanent Placement Cell vide U.O. No.Ad D1.1.1.KUCSPC/2012, Thiruvananthapuram 1-11-12.
2. Dr. Saju Kumar K. S. - appointed as Lecturer, Department of Geology wef. 1-10-2012 FN - U.O.No. Ad D1.Geo/49285/12 dt. 2010-12.
3. Dr. Sreejith P. - Appointed as Lecturer in the Dept. of Zoology wef. 21-6-12 FN vide U.O. No. AdD1.1.Zool/32889/12 dt. 13.7.12
4. Dept. of Future Studies - 2 posts of Assistant professor under UGC innovative Programme -created vide U. O. No. Ad. D1/DFS/22753/11 dt. 22.5.12
ADMINISTRATION ‘D II’ SECTION
Retirements
University Engineering Unit
Name Post Date of retirement
S. Satheeshkumar Assistant Engineer 30-06-2012 (Voluntary)
Francis Thomas T Asst. Executive Engineer 31-10-2012
T. Chandrarajan Asst. Executive Engineer 30-11-2012
Deputations
Sri. S. Gopakumar, Executive Engineer, Kerala State housing Board as University Engineers ondeputation wef. 1-4-2012
Smt. Deepa S, Staff Nurse, Taluk Head Quarters Hospital, Chavakkad, Thrissur as resident Nurse,University Health Centre, Kariavattom wef 1-9-2012
Training Programme
Anil U, Section Officers Ad. DII Section is participating in 5 days short Term Orientation Programmeat academic Staff College, Kariavattom from 17-12-2012 to 21-12-2012
ADMINISTRATION ‘D III’ SECTION
List of Appointments during the period from 01-01-2012 to 31-12-2012
Department Category Name of Incumbent Date of Joining
Institute of English Asst. Professor Dr. Suja Kurup P. L 06-08-2012
Institute of English Asst. Professor Vishnu Narayanan 16-08-2012
Dept. of Chemistry Asst. Professor Dr. Ani Deepthi 06-09-2012
Dept. of Chemistry Asst. Professor Dr. Jayasree E. G. 05-09-2012
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Dept. of Chemistry Asst. Professor Dr. Suneesh C.V 17-09-2012
ORI & MSS Library Asst. Professor Dr. Sainaba M 07-11-2012
ORI & MSS Library Asst. Professor Dr. Rejani R. S 07-11-2012
Dept. of Publications Director Sri. Joe Joseph 06-11-2012
Retirements during the period from 01-01-2012 to 31-12-2012
Department Category Name of Incumbent Date of Retirement
Institute of English Asst. Professor Dr. A. Jameela Beegum 31-05-2012
Dept. of Economics Asst. Professor Dr. M. K. Saralamma 31-03-2012
Dept. of Chemistry Associate Professor Dr. K. Mohanan 31-05-2012
ADMINISTRATION ‘G’ SECTION
310 Medical reimbursement applications were received during 2010 Medical expenses werereimbursed to 302 employees and the rest are being processed.
Interest free Loan of Rs. 1,00,000/- (Rupees One lakh only) was sanctioned to Smt. Radha S.Clerical Assistant, Institute of Distance Education for her own treatment at Medical College,Thiruvananthapuram.
ADMINISTRATION ‘H’ SECTION
Number of vacancies of Lecturer, Reader and Professor posts in various Teaching Departmentsof University notified (vide Notification Number Ad.H/44875/2012 dated 17.09.2012) in 2012 are asfollows:
Sl. Department Professor Turn Reader Turn Lecturer TurnNo (Number (Number (Number
21 Political Science 3 1 Open 2 1 LC/AI1 LC/AI 1 Open1 Open
22 Psychology 1 Open
23 Russian 1 Open
24 Sanskrit 1 Open 1 LC/AI
25 Sociology 1 Open
26 Statistics 2 1 Open1 Muslim
27 Tamil 1 LC/AI
28 Zoology 1 SC 1 LC/AI
Number of teachers appointed in the year 2012 are as follows:
Lecturer -
1. Dept. of Opto-Electronics Dr. Sudheer S. K.
2. Dept. of Zoology Sri. Abdul Rasheed. KDr. Sreejith. P
3. Dept. of Biochemistry Dr. Saja. KDr. Biju. P.G
4. Institute of English Dr. Suja Kurup. P.LSri. Vishnu Narayanan
5. IDE (English) Dr. Lal C.A.
6. Dept. of Geology Sri. Sajin Kumar K. S.
7. Dept. of Mathematics Smt. Manju V. N.
8. Dept. of Tamil Dr. Hepsy Rose Mary. ADr. Haseena. ADr. Vijayalakshmi. T
9. Dept. of Chemistry Smt. Jayasree. E.GDr. Suneesh. C.VDr. Ani Deepthi
10. Dept. of Communication & Journalism Sri. M.S. HarikumarSmt. Maggie. J
11. Dept. of Sociology Sri. M. S. Jayakumar
12. Dept. of Archaeology Sri Abhayan G.SSri. Rajesh. S.V
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13. ORI & MS Library (Malayalam) Dr. Sainaba. MDr. Rajani. R.S
14. Dept. of Sanskrit Dr. C. N. Vijayakumari
15. IDE (Malayalam) Dr. Nazeeb. S
16. Dept. of Malayalam Dr. Sideek M. A.Dr. Sheeba M. KurianDr. Seema Jerome
17. Dept. of Linguistics Dr. Darwin LDr. S. Prema
ACADEMIC ‘A II’ SECTION
The Academic Council at it meeting held on 7-5-2012 approved the scheme and syllabus of M.Sc.Degree course in Medical Chemistry and Post Graduate Diploma in Biomedical Sciences (PGDBS).
ACADEMIC A III SECTION
I. New Courses started
M.Tech Degree in Information Security in the branch Computer Science
M.Tech. Degree in Power Control and Drives
II. The following Boards of studies were reconstituted vide modification as shown below:
Dentistry (Pass), Dentistry (PG), Futures Studies, Sanskrit (Pass), Sanskrit (PG), Tamil (Pass),Tamil (PG), German, Demography, Education (Pass), Education (PG), French & Latin, AquaticBiology and Fisheries, Arabic (Pass), Arabic (PG), Home Science (Pass), Home Science (PG),Bio-Technology, Hebrew & Cyriac, Environmental Science, Linguistics, Islamic Studies, Bio-Chemistry, Social Work, BASLP, Siddha Medicine and Surgery, Nursing (Pass), Nursing (PG),Health Sciences.
2. Notification No Ac. AIII/1/0811/2012 dtd. 11-05-2012
Board of Studies in Music (Pass), Business management (Pass)
3. Notification No Ac. AIII/1/0811/2012 dtd. 11-05-2012
Board of Studies in Public Administration
ACADEMIC ‘A IV’ SECTION
1. The New Courses Started - M.Sc. Degree Course in Food and Dairy Biotechnology - Regulations,Scheme and Syllabus approved vide University Order Ac.AIV/3/18355/2012, dtd. 10-08-2012.
2. Advanced P. G Diploma in Communication Engineering Scheme and Syllabus approved vide U.O.No. Ac.A I/IV/3/31249/2011 dated 27-10-2011.
ACADEMIC ‘B I’ SECTION
Fee details 2011 April to 2012 March
Purpose No. of Candidate Amount Total Amount
Readmission
UG Course 78 200 15600
PG Course 15 300 4500
CRRI Transfer 13 500 6500
Late Application (UG Course) 463 50 23150
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Permanant Enhancement of Seats / Additional Batches
No. of application for Application Inspection Application TotalAdditional Batch fee fee Processing fee
4 400 10000 6510 16910
No. of Application forEnhancement of seats
29 2900 20000 133040 155940
ACADEMIC ‘D’ SECTION
New Courses started:
(1) At the Department of Computational Biology and Bio-informatics:
M.Phil Degree Program in Computer Aided Drug Design started.
(2) At the Department of Demography:
a. M.Sc Degree Course in Actuarial Science.
b. M.Phil Degree Course in Actuarial Science
(3) At the Department of Optoelectronics
Advanced PG Diploma in Communication Engineering offered in collaboration with Regional TelecomTraining Centre, Tvpm which is one of the professional Training Institutes of BSNL.
(4) At the Centre for English Language Teaching (which is under the Institute of English)
a. Certificate Course in Communication skills.
b. Certificate Course in Improving Writing Skills
(5) At the Centre for Cultural Studies (also under the Institute of English)
Certificate Course in Film Appreciation.
(6) At the Centre for Translation and Translation Studies (under the Department of Hindi)
One year Diploma Course in Translation
It may also be intimated that this Section deals with the new programs / courses of the UniversityTeaching Departments alone. Information relating to the same at unaided Training Colleges may besought from the concerned section.
ACADEMIC ‘EI A’ SECTION
I List of Research Centres
Departments College
Dept. of English TKM College of Arts & Sciences, Kollam
Dept. of Economics Govt. Womens College, Tvpm
Dept. of Physics Bishop Moore College, Mavelikara
Dept. of Physics TKM College of Arts & Sciences, Kollam
Dept. of Chemistry SD College, Alappuzha
Dept. of Physics & Chemistry FMN College, Kollam
Dept. of Biotechnology & Microbiology Cashew Export Promotion Council of IndiaKollam
II Research Guides
No. of Research Guides 100 (July 2011 to June 2012)
III Ph.D.. Registration
Faculty of Management - 14
Chemistry - 38
Faculty of Engg. & Technology - 38
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ACADEMIC ‘EI B’ SECTION
The number of candidates who were granted Ph.D. registration in various faculties are furnishedbelow:
1. Arts - 30
2. Commerce - 29
3. Education - 15
4. Law - 5
5. Oriented Studies - 126
6. Social science - 20
7. Medicine - 15
8. Science - 75
9. Applied Science - 41
10. Fine Arts - 4
11. Physical Education - 5
Total 365
ACADEMIC ‘EII A’ SECTION
During the year 2012, hundred candidates were awarded Ph.D. degree and 240 fresh applications
for submission of Ph.D. thesis have been received.
The following is the details of Ph.D. degree awarded during 2012
Faculty No. of Ph.D. awarded
Arts 9
Commerce 6
Law 1
Management Studies 1
Oriental Studies 54
Social Sciences 29
Total 100
ACADEMIC ‘E III’ SECTION
University of Kerala is offering Merit scholarships for UG/PG Courses and Scholarships for M.
Phil courses. The work related to the releasing of these Scholarships and Fellowships or scholarships
sponsored by other agencies Viz, CSIR, KSCSTE, AICTE, SPEEDIT, INSPIRE, ICMR,. ICHR, ICPR,
ICSSR, BPR&D are dealt within the section
During the year 2012, 283 Merit scholarship @ Rs. 2500/- per annum for UG Courses and 177Merit Scholarships @ Rs. 3000/- per annum for PG courses were disbursed to the eligible candidates
undergoing the courses in the colleges/departments affiliated to the University. University scholarships @
Rs. 750/- per annum were also sanctioned to 46 M. Phil students in the University departments of teaching
& Research, who belong to lowest family income group (Annual income should not exceed Rs. 42000/-)
The details of scholarships / Fellowships sponsored by other agencies to M. Tech. Students /
Research Scholars of the University Department of teaching & research during the year 2012 is as
follows:
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Sponsoring Agency Sanctioned No.
CSIR 12AICTE 64KSCSTE 12SPEED IT 02INSPIRE 01ICMR 01ICHR NilICPR NilICSSR NilBPR & D Nil
ACADEMIC ‘E IV’ SECTION
1. UGC NET (Humanities) during June and December 2012 was conducted with Deputy RegistrarSmt. Rugmini N as Coordinators at Centre No. 32. UGC observers have expressed their appreciationon the commitment of the University in the smooth conduct of the Test.
2. Changampuzha, Prof. R. Ramakumar, Vailopilli, Prof. Manomaneeyam Sundram Pillai, saintRamalingar and Gandhiji, Prof. Vaiyapuri Pillai, Dr. T. Ganapathi Shastri Endowment/MemorialLecture series were held
3. Pending Fellowship/Scholarship were distributed in respect of UGC JRF/SRF, Maulana AzadNational Fellowship, Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship for SC/ST candidates, Post Graduate IndiraGandhi single Girl Child scholarship Post graduate Merit Scholarship for University Rank Holders,Research Fellowship in Science for Meritorious Students.
4. Further upgradation of UGC JRF’s to SRF’s by constitution of the Assessment Committee meetingsapproved by the Vice-Chancellor with an outside subject expert were timely arranged.
ACADEMIC ‘G’ SECTION
The two sections Ac. G I and II deals with the administrative and admission related matters of theTen Colleges of Teacher Education directly run by the University of Kerala. The engagement of teachingfaculty, transfer, payment of honorarium and other service matters are attended to by the sections. Theremuneration of casual employees on daily wages is also dealt with by the sections.
Admission to B. Ed. Degree Course at the Ten Colleges of Teacher Education and Admissionprocess to M.Ed Degree Course (Non-CSS) in 2 Government aided Colleges and 10 self financingcolleges are undertaken here.
Details of B.Ed. Degree Courses are furnished below:
1. Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Aryad, Alappuzha
Number of Teaching Staff - 8, Number of Students - 180
2. Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Anchal
Number of Teaching Staff - 8, Number of Students - 148
3. Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Kayamkulam
Number of Teaching Staff - 10, Number of Students - 165
4. Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Kollam
Number of Teaching Staff - 13, Number of Students - 165
5. Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Kulakkada
Number of Teaching Staff - 6, Number of Students - 87
6. Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Kunnam, Mavelikkara
Number of Teaching Staff - 5, Number of Students - 95
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7. Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Adoor (Pathanamthitta Dist.)Number of Teaching Staff - 9, Number of Students - 105
8. Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Kaniyapuram, Tvpm
Number of Teaching Staff - 8, Number of Students - 121
9. Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Kumarapuram, Tvpm
Number of Teaching Staff - 15, Number of Students - 212
10. Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Nedumangad, Tvpm
Number of Teaching Staff - 12, Number of Students - 164
Fees Structure:-
B. Ed. Degree Course Rs. 21,175/- to be remitted in 2instalments
Amendment Notifications made to the Kerala University Statutes, Ordinances and Regulationsfrom 1st January 2012 to 31st December, 2012
Sl. Notification No. Date Subject
1. Acad.L/S/2452/2011 17-01-2012 Amendment to the Kerala University First Statutes,1977 relating to the Renaming of Faculty of AppliedSciences as the ‘Faculty of Applied Sciences andTechnology’.
2. Acad.L/R/2483/2011 03-02-2012 Regulations relating to Unitary Degree Course in Law(3 year)
3. Acad.L/Ord./2488/2011 08-02-2012 Amendment to the Kerala University FirstOrdinances, 1978-Incorporation of the Post ofPharmacist at the Kerala University Health Centre.
4. Acad.L/S/2432/2010 14-02-2012 Amendments to the Kerala University First Statutes,1977-Introduction of School System in the UniversityTeaching Departments.
5. Acad.L/S/2444/2010 14-02-2012 Amendments to the Kerala University First Statutes,1977-Board for Adjudication of Students Grievances.
6. Acad.L/CSS/2445/2011 26-04-2012 Amendments to the Kerala University First Statutes,1979-Designation of Teaching Staff of PrivateColleges affiliated to the University with regard tothe 6th UGC Regulations.
7. Acad.L/R/TQ/2512/2012 04-06-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating to theQualifications of Teachers.-“Lecturers/AssistantProfessors in Video Production at Degree Level”.
8. Acad.L/Ord./2471/2011 04-06-2012 Amendment to the Kerala University First Ordinances1978-Conduct of Examinations Proviso 22-Revaluation of Answer Books at UniversityExaminations.
9. Acad.L/R/2487/2011 04-06-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating to B. Ed.Degree Course Eligibility Criteria for Admission 2010-2011.
10. Acad.L/S /2310/ A/2008 11-06-2012 Amendment to the Kerala University First Statutes, 1977-Enhancement of Financial Powers of the Vice-Chancellor.
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11. Acad.L/R/2509/2012 11-06-2012 Regulations relating to Advances Post GraduateDiploma in Communication Engineering at theDepartment of Optoelectronics.
12. Acad.L/R/2500/2012 23-06-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating to Recognitionof Examinations and Degrees of Other Universities.
13. Acad.L/R/2523/2012 29-09-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating to Eligibility,subject combination and mode of ranking forAdmission to Various under graduate Courses.
14. Acad.L/T.Q/R/2535/2012 29-09-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating to theQualifications of Teachers.“Teachers in Architecture/Planning Disciplines”.
15. Acad.L/R/2541/2012 29-09-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating to the B.A/B.Sc./B.Com. Degree Courses (Under the AnnualExamination Scheme)- Permission to B. Com.Degree Holders to take Additional Degree in B.A./B.Sc. Degree Courses.
16. Acad.L/R/2542/2012 29-09-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating to the PostGraduate Diploma in Knowledge Management(PGDKM) w.e.f. 2011 Admissions.
17. Acad.L/R/2543/2012 29-09-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating to M.Phil.Degree Course in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology(2007 Admissions).
18. Acad.L/R/2544/2012 29-09-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating to the M. Phil.Degree Course in Nanobiology (2009-2010)
19. Acad.L/R/T.Q/2545/2012 29-09-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating toQualifications of Teachers-“Assistant Professors in Industrial Microbiology”“Assistant Professors in Mass Communication”.
20. Acad.L/Ord./2546/2012 29-09-2012 Amendment to the Kerala University FirstOrdinances, 1978-Introduction of PercentageCertificate for B. Tech. Degree Examination.
21. Acad.L/Ord./2538/2012 04-10-2012 Amendment to the Kerala University FirstOrdinances, 1978-Qualifications for the Post of ‘DataEntry Operator’ in the University Computer Centre.
22. Acad.L/R/2531/2012 04-10-2012 Amendment to the Regulations relating to Recognitionof Examinations and Degrees of Other Universities.
23. Acad.L/S/2011 18-10-2012 Amendment to the Kerala University First Statutes,1977-Discrimination of M-Tech. Degree holders ofthe University Departments-Computer Science,Optoelectronics and Futures Studies.
24. Acad.L/Ord/2551/2012 18-12-2012 Amendment to the Kerala University FirstOrdinances, 1978-Levying fee for issuing FreshDegree/Diploma Certificates after cancelling theDegree Certificate already issued.
25. Acad.L/Ord/2547/2012 24-12-2012 Amendment to the Kerala University FirstOrdinances, 1978-relating to the shifting ofPsychology from the ‘Faculty of Social Sciences’ tothe ‘Faculty of Science’.
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PLANNINGPlanning A
Planning A section under the Director, Planning & development deals with the development activitiesof the University with financial assistance from the UGC
The UGC has released an amount Rs. 2,76,24,150/- (Rupees Two Crore seventy six lakh twentyfour thousand one hundred and fifty only) as VII instalment towards the XI FYP grant-in-aid underGeneral Development assistance (GDA). Consequent to our forwarding of proposal for the XII FYPperiod, the UGC has released an adhoc grant amounting to Rs. 2,50,22,000/- (Rupees Two Crore fiftylakh and twenty two thousand only) as 1 instalment of the XII FYP grant-in-aid under GDA.
The amount received under both installments, have been disbursed to the University teachingdepartments, Centres and other departments for the purchase of books, equipment, conduct of Researchand Extension Activities, ICT integration, Finishing School, Buildings, Campus development and Centrefor Translational Research as proposed by them. The details of financial assistance sanctioned by theUGC during 2012 are as follows
The details of financial assistance received during 2011 are as follows :
Sl. No. Particulars Amount released
1. UGC XI FYP - VII Instalment 2,76,24,150
2. UGC XII FYP - I Instalment 2,50,22,000
3. UGC XII FYP - Merged Scheme - Coaching for SC/ST/OBC/Minority 24,75,000
4. UGC XII FYP - Merged Scheme - Equal Opportunty Cell 50,000
5. UGC - SAP
a. Dept. of Politcal Science 5,88,000
b. Institute of English 4,80,000
c. Dept. Biochemistry 6,75,345
d. Dept. of Economics 2,63,467
A 1 SECTIONAs part of the State Plan Grant an amount of Rs. 17 Crores has been earmarked as financial
assistance for the year 2012-13. Subsequently the amount has been claimed effectively by submittingappropriate and detailed proposal, to the Government accordingly Administrative Sanction has beenaccorded for the undermentioned proposals.
Sl. No. Name of Plan Schemes Sanctioned Amount (In Lakhs)
1 Infrastructure and laboratory development 2002. Innovative programmes and research projects of various departments 1003. Starting of new courses 304. Seminars and Conferences 305. Centre for Enhancement of Technical Competence and
Manpower in Microelectronics and Embedded System 1006. Civil works/New buildings 4407. Purchase of Books and journals 1008. Adoption of the School System in the University 5009. Establishing a Marine Museum in the University of Kerala 10010. Establishing a Geological Museum in the Department of Geology 100
Total 1700
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The following are the ongoing innovative projects that are being implemented utilizing State PlanGrant:-
Modernisation of Kerala University LibraryImplementation of Wi-Fi network in the UniversityImplementation of Kerala University Portal and E-governanceEstablishment of Geological Museum in the Department of GeologyEstablishment of Marine Museum in the UniversityDigitization of Manuscripts in the ORI & MSS Library
Upgraduation of the present centre of CGIST to IUCGGT.
B SECTION
A. In the year 2012 Grant received under State Plan Funds has been utilized for conductingSeminars / Conferences / Workshops.
Sl. Name of Department/ Name of Seminar/ AmountNo. Conference/ Workshops etc.
1. ‘Centre for Bioinformatics Bioinformatica Indica 2012 75,000/-
15. Linguistics ‘Relevance of Malayalam in IT Field’ 40,000/-
16. Aquatic Biology & Fisheries ‘Emerging Statistical tools in Life Sciences’ 20,547/-
17. Mathematics ‘Number Theory and Ramanujan’s Contributions’ 50,000/-
18. Statistics ‘Statistics for Twenty first Century’ 60,000/-
19. International Centre Inland water Transport in Kerala’ 45,000/-for Kerala Studies (ICKS)
20. Malayalam Lexicon ‘Lexicon: Problems, Theories andMethodologies’- National Seminar 60,000/-
21. Biochemistry ‘Recent Biochemical approaches in therapeutice’ 1,00,000/-
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B. Travel Grant under UGC XI Plan has been utilized as detailed below:
1. Dr. V. Salom Gnana Thanga, ‘International ConferenceEnvironmental Sciences on ‘Microbes in waste water and
waste treatment, bioremediationand Energy production- Goa 9,613/-
2. Dr. Manoj Changat, Futures Studies 7th Slovenian International Conferenceon Graph Theory, Bled Slovenia 19,108/-
3. Dr. Rose Mary A, Linguistics 39th All India Conference ofDravidian Linguistics - Patiala, Punjab 10,000
4. Dr. C. Ganesh, Commerce All India Commerce Conference -Goa University 3,348/-
5. Dr. E. Shaji, Geology International Conference onEngineering Geophysics - Al- AIN- UAE. 56,158/-
6. Dr. A. R. Rajan, I. International Conference inMathematics & Applications, Bangkok 2.ICMA - 2011, UEL HCM meeting -Hochiminh City Vietnam 58,000
7. Dr. G. Raju, Commerce 64th All India Commerce Conference,Pondicherry University. 3,862/-
8. Dr. Mohana Chandran Nair, 33rd Annual Conference of IndianDepartment of Demography Association for Study of Population Luck now 10,000/-
9. Dr. C. Ganesh, Commerce International Conference on Marketing -Noida Campus, IIM Luck now 10,000/-
10. Dr. Pramod Kiran, 9th Indian Fisheries Forum - Chennai 5,000/-Aquatic Biology & Fisheries
11. Dr. Subhash Peter, Zoology International Conference onEnvironmental effects of nanoparticles & nano materials’ London 1,00,000/-
12. Dr. Ajith Kumar, Archaeology 4th International congress of thesociety of South Asia Archaeology 60,000/-
13 Dr. G. Raju, Commerce International Conference in Excellencein Business - Sharjah 48,610/-
14. Smt. Tincy K. Thomas, International Conference on MicroBiotechnology organisms in Environmental Management
of Biotechnology, Bhopal 3,780/-
C. Grant for Seminars/ Workshops etc under UGC XI Plan utilized as detailed below:
1. Department of Sociology State of the Art in Women Empower-ment in India-What have we achievedwhat remains’ 45,000/-
2. Oriental Research Institute Munuscripts Studies 50,000/-& Manuscripts Library
3. Department of Malayalam ‘Arangum Aniyarayum’ 22,430/-
4. Department of Commerce National Seminar on ‘Financial inclusionand Co-operative Banks- EmergingGrowth models’ 45,000/-
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5. Department of Arabic ‘International seminar on ‘Socio-culturalexchange between UAE and Kerala’ 45,000/-
D. Grant sanctioned for UGC Emeritus Fellowship Progamme
1. Dr. N.Rajendran, Dept of Linguistics 2,90,000/-
2. Dr. G.Gopakumar, Department of Political Science 2,90,000/-
3. Dr. V. Rajakrishanan, Institute of English 2,90,000/-
4. Dr. R. Gopinathan Nair, Dept. of Malayalam 2,90,000/-
E. Grant utilized for special programme
1. Department of Commerce - Dr. Resia Beegum under Scheme of‘Capacity Building of Women Managers in Higher Education’ -Fundfrom UGC for conducting Training of Teachers (TOT) 7,49,600/-
2. Science Camp under ‘INSPIRE’ Internship Component ofINSPIRE - DST - Department of Geology,Dr. Rajesh Reghunath, Lecturer 900,000
3. Department of Statistics - Fund from Ministry of Statisticsand Programme Implementation - Govt. of India toDr. P. Yageen Thomas ‘ Statistics for 21st Century’ 1,69,117/-
4. Department of Commerce - Ten day course on‘Research Methodology Course for Ph. D Students’ fund from ICSSR 5,40,000/-
F. Grants utilized for seminars/ Workshops etc received from various agencies otherthan UGC
1. Department of Geology (CWROM) Workshop on Isotopes in 40,000/-The Centre for Water Resources water resources’Development & Management,Kozhikode
2. Department of zoology (SERB - DST) International Symposium on 1,50,000/-Comparative Endocrinology andStress Physiology (CESP-2012)
3. Department of Environmental National workshop cum hands on 75,000/-Sciences (Directorate of exercise on environmental impactEnvironment & Climate Change) assessment, EIA
4. Department of Botany (KSCSTE) International symposium on Crops,Medicinal Plants andMicrobial Genomics’ 20,000/-
5. Department of Zoology Comparative Endocrinology & 34,500/-(Directorate of Environment & Stress PhysiologyClimate Change)
6. Department of Geology Free software for better 20,000/-KSCSTE Geospatial intelligence
7. Centre for Marine Biodiversity- World Conference on “Marine 58,668/-Department of Aquatic Biology & Biodiversity” Scotland, U. K.Fisheries (SERB - DST Travel grant)
8. Department of Geology (KSCSTE) National Science day 20,000/-
9. Department of Mathematics Seminar on Algebrae Analysis and(KSCSTE) (NSAADM) Discrete Mathematics 40,000/-
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10. Department of Mathematics (KSHEC) National Seminar on Algebra Analysis 25,000/-and Discrete MathematicsNSAADM 2012
11. Department of Zoology (ICMR) Comparative Endocrinology & StressPhysiology CESP 2012 50,000/-
12. Dept. of Environmental Science Climate Change, Forest Resource and 40,000/-(KSCSTE) Environment (ICCFRE 2011)
13. Department of Botany (KSBB) Biodiversity inventory on selected areain the North Campus, University Campus 20,000/-
14. Department of Linguistics ‘Impact of Thokappiyam on the(Central institute of Classical Tamil Traditional Grammars of Malayalam’ 20,000/-
G. Grant for publication grant under UGC XI Plan utilized as detailed below:
1. Department of Mathematics International Conference on Groupoid 50,000/-semi-group and Automata
2. Centre for Learning Disabilities Making inclusion happen-learning 25,000/-and Difficulties (CLDD) for all students
3. Department of Mathematics Algebra, Analysis & Discrete 60,000/-Mathematics
4. Department of Zoology Comparative Endocrinology and 40,000/-Stress Physiology CESP - 2012
5. Department of History From the fathoms to the front; lesserknown facets of social reformin South India 80,000/-
6. Department of Demography Population Dynamics & HealthIssues of Children in India 48,200/-
7. Department of Commerce Financial sectors reforms andIndian Banking Industry 60,000/-
H. Visiting Professor under UGC Scheme
1. Dr. K. Muraleedhara Varier - 12 month (1500 x 12) 1,80,000/-
2. Dr. P. R. Sobhana Warrier-12 months(1500x12) 1,80,000/-
I Grant sanctioned for UGC BSR Fellowship Programme
Dr. K. N. Rajasekharan, Department of Chemistry 6,60,000/-
D SECTION
(a) Post-Doctoral Research
1. Dr. Mariamma Cherian who was awarded Post - Doctoral fellowship for Women by the UGC atthe Department of Botany, University of Kerala was sanctioned an amount of Rs. 3,92,600/- towardsfellowship and the same was released to her.
2. Proposal for research entitled "Eco informatics on the back waters of Kerala, India" under UGCUKTERI programme in respect of Dr. Tresa Radhakrishnan was forwarded to UKIERI Secretariat,British Council Division, New Delhi.
3. Proposal for post doctoral fellowship under "Back to Lab" programme of KCSTE submitted by Dr.Sandhya. V. Satheesh, Department of Chemistry, University of Kerala was forwarded to the Head,Women's Scientist Division, Sastri Bhavan, Trivandrum.
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4. Dr. Asha. J. V, Post doctoral fellow of ICSSR was sanctioned an amount of Rs. 3,63,182/- towardsfirst instalment and the same is in the process of release.
5. Application for Ramalingaswamy Re-Entry Fellowship submitted by Dr. B. Sinilal, Department ofBiology, Western Kentucky University, USA was forwarded to the Department of Bio-Technology,Government of India.
(b) Academic Collaborations with Foreign Universities
1. Mr. Tobias Herfurth from Karlsruhe University, Germany who could not join the Department ofOpto electronics in February 2012 was granted permission to join the Department from September2012 onwards.
2. Mr. Tobias Biehle from Germany was granted permission to attend a semester for under graduatecourse in Sociology, during 2012-13 in a college under the University of Kerala.
3. Sanction was accorded by the Vice- Chancellor to the visit of Prof. John Meakin, University ofNebraska, Loncon, USA to the Department of Mathematics.
4. The Graduate and Advanced Graduate students from Central Connecticut State University weregranted permission to visit the Department of Political Science, University of Kerala.
5. MOU was signed between Toyo Universiy, Japan and University of Kerala for academic co-operation and student/faculty exchange.
6. MOU was signed between Henan Universiy, China and University of Kerala for academic co-operation and exchange.
7. Ms. Agata Zaremba from Warsaw University, was granted permission to study one semester at thePG level, in the Department of Political Science, University of Kerala.
8. Scholars from many parts of the world visited various Departments of the University of Kerala, forscholar in Residence programme under the Euridite scheme by the KSHEC.
(c) Foreign Students Admission
Foreign Students Admission Committee meetings were held 7 times in 2012-13. The committeerecommended 90 students from various countries for courses like PhD/ MPhil/Post Graduate/Graduate courses in the Research Centres, Departments of the University and Colleges comingunder the University of Kerala.
Decided to revise/amend the Fee Structure and Guidelines for admission of foreign students.
(d) International Centre for Kerala Studies (ICKS)
Dr. C. R. Rajagopalan was appointed as the Hon. Director of ICKS.
Honorarium in respect of Dr. Ravi Varma Sanal Kumar Thampuran, Dr. B. Sasidharan Pillai, Dr.M. Vijayan, Research fellows and Dr. C.S. Jayakumari Kunjamma, Sri. P. Kannan, Field researchersof the centre was enhanced from Rs. 8,000/- and Rs. 7,700/- to Rs. 17,000/- after equating theabove two posts.
29 students are undertaking research at the centre.
Main Activities conducted by ICKS during 2012
1. Workshop on Ethnomusicology
2. Documentation on Mudiyettu and Porattu natakam
3. Workshop on Kalari and Thang-ta.
4. Kutiyattam Performance
5. Documentary Film festival.
(e) Centre for Adult Continuing Education and Extension (CACEE)
The Advisory and Expert committees of CACEE were held on 09.04.2012 and 2l/04/12 respectively.
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Proposals for revamping of courses and enhancement of honorarium for Student Councillor/GuestFaculty which were considered by the Advisory committee was later recommended by the ExpertCommittee. The minutes of both the committees were approved by the Syndicate.
Sanction was accorded by the Vice- Chancellor for the promotion of the following academic staffof CACEE :
1. Dr. A.R. Supriya, Asst. Director as Director
2. Dr. K. Mohan Das, Project Officer as Asst Director
3. Dr. P. Gopinatha Pillai, Project Officer as Asst. Director.
Student details:
I. There are 315 students studying for Continuing Education Courses conducted at CACEE, as on 1stJanuary 2012 to 31st December 2012.
2. There are 310 students for Continuing Education Courses conducted by CACEE through AffiliatedColleges.
3. 103 students are studying for MHRM courses with IDE
4. 30 students are studying for PGDEPMA courses with IDE.
There are 758 students in total.
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1. Major and Minor Research Projects
The ongoing Research Projects funded by UGC and undertaken in various departments of theUniversity are listed below
a) Major Research Projects.
1. A study of the development of Arabic Education in India and its social impact with special referenceto Kerala – Dr. A. Nizarudeen, Department of Arabic.
2. Solid Waste Management System of Municipal Corporations of Kerala – Dr. K. Sasikumar,Department of Commerce.
3. A Study of the Culture and Architectural expression of Public Spaces in Kerala - Dr. B. Hariharan,institute of English
4. Sanskrit Malayalam Dictionary – Dr. K.Maheswaran Nair, Centre for Vedanta Studies.
5. Synthesis and Characterisation of Gold Nanoparticles for Plasmonic Applications – Dr. K,GGopchandran, Department of Optoelectronics.
6. The Genus Abelmoschus Medik (Malvaceae) in Peninsular India : Its distribution, inter and intraspecific diversity and relationships – Dr. Bindu R Nair, Department of Botany.
7. Trophic Modelling and Biodiversity assessment of freshwater lake in kerala for conservation andsustainable management- Dr. A. Bijukumar, Department of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries.
8. Legal Regulation of hospitals in the Private Health care Sector (A study with special reference toKerala)- Dr. Bismi Gopalakrishnan, Department of Law.
9. Impact of Fundamentalism on Muslim Youth in Kerala: Role of Islamic Organisation - Dr. K. M.Sajad Ibrahim, Department of Political Science.
10. Enviornment degradation assessment of freshwater lake in Kerala, Southwest India with specialreference to conservation and management – Prof. Dr. V Sobha, Department of EnvironmentalScience .
11. Design and development of a Multimedia Resource for Teaching and Learning of Ready Referencesources in English – Dr. K.P. Vijayakumar, Department of Library and Information Science.
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12. Contribution of Kerala to Vedantadarsana – A detailed study of the works on Vedanta composedfrom Kerala – Dr. V. Sisupala Panicker, Department of Sanskrit.
13. Sociolinguistic Study of Malayalis in Delhi – Dr.C. Kunjamma, Department of Linguistics.
14. A study of formulate steps of improve the credibility of Indian Journals – Dr. A. Gopikuttan,Department of Library and Information Science.
15. Synthesis and Characterisation of reactive graft copolymers of densified cellulose with functionalligands for use as supports in enzyme immobilization of metal ions uptake – Dr. T. S. Anirudhan,Department of Chemistry.
16. Global Economic Crisis, Return Emigration and Economic Consequences in Kerala - Dr. AlwinPrakash(Retd.) Department of Economics.
17. Privatisation of Education and Empowerment of the Minority Communities : A Case Study ofMuslim Community in Kerala -Dr. A. Basheer, Department of Political Science
18. Creation and Maintenance of a Lexical Resource for Malayalam Language – Dr. S.A. Shanavas,Department of Linguistics.
19. Impact of EVR Periyar and Narayana Guru on Life, Literature and society – Dr. Kanchana,Department of Tamil.
20. Bridging the Digital Divide in India Through the Human rights to Development : Problems andProspects – Dr. Josukutty C.A., Department of Political Science (Transfered from Department of
Political Science, Maharajas College, Ernakulam)
21. Evaluation, Propagation and In vitro Production of Anthraquinones from Rubia cordifolia L - Dr. E.A. Siril.
22. Identification of cell-matrix interaction during chloride cell migration in fish gills - Dr. M. C. SubashPeter, Department of Zoology.
23. The Study of Mountain Landscape and Triballore of Kerala and its correlation with Tamil SangamClassics - Dr. P. Jeyakrishnan, Department of Tamil.
24. Contribution of Theatre schools to theatre in Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu with specialreference to Malayalam Theatre - Dr. R. B. Rajalekshmi (Retd.), Department of Malayalam.
25. Hindi-English-Malayalam Distionary (in print, digital and oneline) - Dr. S.A. Shanavas, Departmentof Linguistics.
26. Studies on the molecular mechanism of ant-inflammatory activity of the active principle of OryzaSativa Linn Tricin on various inflammatory models - Dr. A. Helen, Department of Biochemistry.
The following Major Research projects were implemented during the year 2012.
27. Eco and etho aesthetics of the Folk Literature and Performance of Kerala - Dr. C. R. Rajagopalan,Department of Malayalan.
28. Nutrient Infleux and phytoplankton dynamic in Meenachil River and their impact on productivity ofVembanad Lake, Kerala, India - Dr. Sabu Joseph, Department of Environmental Science.
29. Impact of Long term applications of pesticides on soil, Microbial Activity and BioprospectingPotential of pesticide Degrading Bacteria from Cardamom Plantation soils. - Dr. Salom GnanaThanga V, Department of Environmental Sciences.
30. Modulation of Reverse cholestrol transport by Butea monosperma bark extract in diabetes mediatedatheroscelerosis - Dr. Mini S, Department of Biochemistry.
31. Women Enterpreneurship for Poverty alleviation in Kerala - Study on Evaluation of Kudumbashreeand Janasree units - Dr. K. S. Chandrasekar, Institute of Management in Kerala. (AcceptanceCertificate forwarded to UGC)
b Minor Research Projects
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1. Ethnobiographies: Representation of the other in Dalit Autobiographies – Dr.P.P. AjayaKumar,Institute of Distance Education.
2. Generalizations of Confluent hyper Geometric Distribution – Dr. C. SatheeshKumar, Departmentof Statistics.
3. Habitat preference and documentation of fish diversity of Vellayani lake, ThiruvananthapuramDistrict, Kerala State – Prof V. Sobha, Department of Environmental Science.
4. Studies on the assesssment of air quality in the surroundings of KMML industrial area and Healthimpacts of air pollution on the residents in Chavara, Kollam district, Kerala – Dr. Jaya D.S,Department of Enviornmental Science.
5. Taxonomy, diversity and seasonal Variation of aquatic insects of Kallar stream in Western Ghats,Kerala- Dr. G.Prasad, Department of Zoology.
6. The Environmental constraints faced by the adolescents belonging to an outlier Community ofKerala – An analysis – Dr. Asha J.V., Department of Education.
7. Moving Extreme Ranked Set Sampling and its Application in Parametric Estimation - Dr. ManojChacko, Department of Statistics.
8. Estimation of Inequality in Power Model - Dr. Manoj Chacko, Department of Statistics.
9. Relevance of Women Characters of bhasa in Modern Age - Dr. P. Syamala Devi, Department ofSanskrit.
10. Resistance Literature against Portuguese Colonialism : Contributions of the Makhdums of Kerala- Dr. S. Sharafudeen, Department of Islamic Studies and Culture.
11. Communication Problems of the Mentally Challenged Children - Dr. RoseMary A., Department ofLinguistics.
12. Perceived Social distance and Interpersonal Reltionships of Dalit Students in Kerala State - Dr.Bindu P. Department of Psychology (implemented in the year 2012).
Six proposals for major/minor research projects were forwarded to the UGC for consideration andfinancial assistance during 2012. In addition a proposal for Research Promotion Grant submittedby Dr. SajinKumar K. S., department of geology was also forwarded to UGC.
II. Academic Staff College
The UGC sanctioned an amount of Rs. 80,00,000/- (Rupees Eighty lakh only) for the AcademicStaff College, Kariavattom during this year 2011-12 and 2012-13 (Rs. 40 lakh for each year).The AcademicAdvisory Committee of the UGC - Academic Staff College was held on 6-7-2012
III. Centre for Canadian Studies
The UGC sanctioned an amount of Rs. 10,00,000/- towards the Area Study Centre for CanadianStudies
FI SECTION
Scheme on study on the cost of cultivation of principal crops in kerala funded by Ministry ofAgriculture, Govt. of Kerala.
Hon. Director : Dr. A. K. Prasad
The following appointments made in the Scheme
Sl. Name and Address Post Date of U. O. DetailsNo. Joining
1 Sheeja Rani R., Sulfikkar Manzil, Typist on 09/02/2012 Ad.FI/7668/SCC/Chathampara, Thottakkadu P. O., Contract basis FN 2007Dated,
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Kallambalam (Via), Pin-695 605 (for I Year) 30-03-2012
2 Sandhya Chandran S., , Clerk cum 25/10/2012 Ad.FI/7668/SCC/Chandralayam, Kusavarkkal, accountanton Contract FN 2007 Dated,Muttada P. O., Tvpm-695 625 basis (for I Year) 24-12-2012
POPULATION RESEARCH CENTRE(Funded by Ministry of Health and Family welfare)Director-in-Charge : Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair, Professor and Head, Department of Demography
ON GOING PROJECTS
Sl Principal Department Name of projects/ Funding TotalAmt.No Investigator Schemes agency Sanctioned
(Rs.)
1. Dr. K. Padmakumar AQB & F, Monitoring harmful algal Dept. of Oceanbloom & Phycotoxine along Developthe South West Cost of India ment 2183000
2. Dr. K. Padmakumar AQB & F, Monitoring harmful algal Dept. of Oceanbloom in the EEZ Develop
ment 4000000
3. Dr. K. Padmakumar AQB & F, Biodiversity Bio-activity and KSCSTE 968000chemical ecology of MarineSponges around Kerala andadjacent coasts.
4. Dr. K. Padmakumar AQB & F, Discovering antimalarials from DBT 1837000Marine organisms phase-III
5. Dr. K. Padmakumar AQB & F, Taxonomy and Bio-diversity of MoE & F 2005000soft corals in India
6. Dr. K. Padmakumar AQB & F, Antifouling strategies of DBT, 1889400Marine Organisms and LSRBPotential of Marine derive Ministry ofantifouling compounds Defense
7. Dr. K. Padmakumar AQB & F, Screening, Isolation and DSTCharacterization of AnticancerCompounds from MarineOrganisms
8. Dr. K. Padmakumar AQB & F, Indo Russian Project-Cue DST 1797000from Chemical defense of Indian Echinoderms to deiveanticancer and immuno-modulatory molecules
9. Dr. A. Bijukumar AQB & F, Marine Bio-diversity KSCSTE 800800Information for Kerala
10. Dr. A. Bijukumar AQB & F, Preparation of field guide KSBDB 245500of Marine Animals ofKerala Coast
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11. Dr. A. Bijukumar AQB & F, Marine Bio-diversity DNA DBT 2428000Barcoding and Phylogencyof Commercially ValuableMarine Molluses of India
12. Dr. G. Mohanadasan Botany Conservation and Chemical/ KSCSTE 2225000Nair gene prospecting of rare
endangered and threatenedmedicinal plants of SouthWestern Ghats, cytogenic& molecular characteri-zation of crop plant diversity,infrastructure of humanresource development
13. Dr. G. Mohanadasan Botany Conservation strategies and DST 1890000Nair pharmacological evaluation
of Utleria salicifolia Hook.Fan endangered ethimomedicinal plant ofWestern ghats
14. Dr. A. Gangaprasad Botany Micropropogation of KSCSTE 869000selected rare and exquisiteorehids of Agasthyamala abio-diversity hot pot in theWestern Ghats.
15. Dr. A. Gangaprasad Botany Conservation through WDGP 566000 micropropagation ofselected rare and endang-ered Rauvolfia spp of theWestern Ghats
16. Dr. P. M. Radhamany Botany Studies on conservation KSCSTE 643500Thottea barbari (ganible)Ding Hoce Aristochiaceae-Reproductive Biology andMolecular characterization
17. Dr.E. A. Siril Botany Evaluation and propagation KSCSTE 773000of Annatto (Bixa Orellaxa L)A dye yielding plant
18. Dr. Suhara Beevy Botany Cytogenetic and Chemical DST 2370000Characterization of wild andcultivated species ofMomordica L. from Kerala(Cucurbitaceae)
19. Dr. Mariamm a Bio-chemistry Cytological and Molecular DST 1464000Cherian characterization of sixWoman Scientist species of lamiaceae used in
Ayurveda and their phyto-chemical screening for the
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bio-active triterpenoids-ursolic and oleanotic acids
20. HoD Botany FIRST DST 4000000
21. Dr. Achuthsankar Centre for Biological sequence Analysis KSCSTE 2520000S. Nair Bio-infor using chaos game theory
matics
22. Dr. Achuthsankar Centre for Creation of Bio-informatics DBT 2000000S. Nair Bio-infor Infrastructure facility BIF
matics under BTBI Scheme
23. Dr. Achuthsankar Centre for An open source Bio-Sequence BIT 570000S. Nair Bio-infor Tool
matics
24. Dr. Achuthsankar Centre for HUB Centre : A web server DIT 1976000S. Nair Bio-infor
matics to predict hub proteins withan associated secondarydatabase of interactingproteins
25. Dr. Arun A Ranf Bio-chemistry Diabetic Heart and its KSCSTE 825000relationship with Cardiachypertrophy specific serumprotein of molecular weight182 KD
26. Dr. M. Indira Bio-chemistry Purification, characteriz- KSCSTE 907500ation possible cloning andexpression of protein showingantifertility effects in malerats from Achy ranthesAspera and Ricinus Commvnis
27. Dr. M. Indira Bio-chemistry Studies on the regression ofalcohol induced toxicity ICMR 406560
for 1st year
28. Dr. Annie Abraham Bio-chemistry Bio-chemical Investigation of STED 324000different types of HumanCataractous Lens
29. Dr. Annie Abraham Bio-chemistry Bio conjugation of nanomate-rials and their application incancer therapy DBT 3992000
(5037000)
30. Dr. Annie Abraham Bio-chemistry SARD Project KSCSTE (2) KSCSTE 1320000Strengthening and Laboratoryinfrastructure and otherFacilities mainly in theacademic institutions andcolleges and (3) allocation ofcore grants for the Augment-ation of R&D Centres
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31. Dr. A. Helen Bio-chemistry Studies on the anti KSCSTE 1056000inflammatory effectsof Bacopa
32. Dr. G. Muraleedhara Bio-chemistry Value Added Bio polymers DBT 3074000Kurup from Shrimp Waste
33. Dr. M. Indira Bio-chemistry FIRST DST 620000
34. Dr. A. Jayakumaran Bio-techno Development of safe and KSCSTE 2000000 Nair logy effective vaccine against
Marek’s disease in chicken
35. Dr. A. Jayakumaran Biotechno Development of monoclonal KSCSTE 2389860Nair logy antibodies for tumor antigen TreeLand
AFP for the development of Biotec Pvt. 421740ELISA Based indigenousimmuno diognostics kits
36. Dr. K. N. Rajasekharan Chemistry Structure function studies of DST 732500Diamenthiazoles a newclass of potential anticanceragents
37. HoD Computer FIRST DST 4750000Science
38. Dr. P. Mohana Demo- A Study on abortions in ICSSR 393450chandran Nair graphy Kerala: A qualitative
assessment
39. Dr. Asha J V. Education ‘Including the Excluded : A KSHEC 200000need analysis to identify theinfrastructural and tech-nological aspects to makehigher education in kerala’Disability Friendly
40. Dr. Asha J. V. Education Development of a ‘Musically Department 200000adapted Multimedia ofPackage’ to foster Social Educationskils of trainable Mentallychallenged persons”
41. Dr. V. Sobha Environ Bio-genic transformations of KSCSTE 843700mental Mercury in Vembanadu lakeScience at Kochi, Kerala State
42. Dr. V. Sobha Environ Fresh water insects of Kerala KSCSTE 1161875mental useful for monitoring waterScience quality
43. Dr. V. Sobha Environ Geo Environmental analysis ME&F 1164744mental of Vellayani lake, KeralaScience southwest India with special
reference conservation andmanagement for the year2009-2010
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44. Dr. V. Sobha Environ Water Quality Assessment of CPCD 1154000
mental Fresh water aquatic systems
Science in Kerala State by using
Benthic Macroinvertebrates
45. Dr. A. Krishnakumar Environ Utilization of a River basin for DST 1209902
mental sustainable development-A
Science case study of Karamana River
basin-Southern Kerala India-
Geological, Geomorphological
and Hydrogeochemical
studies using GIS
46. Dr. Sabu Joseph Environ Application of Isotopic DST 984000
mental techniques in assessing the CWRDM
Scence sedimentation rate and
pattern in the Vellayani
Fresh water lake,
Thiruvananthapuram
47. Dr. Sabu Joseph Environ River bank mapping of Revanue 500000
mental vamanapuram river Department
Science
48. Dr. M. S. Bindu Environ Development of a fecilitator DST 1992806
Woman Scientist mental mechanics and seed bank
Science facility for sea weed
farming through
empowerment of self help
groups from coastal
communities in Kerala
49. Dr. Manoj Changat Future Indo-Slovenian joint Project- DST 230000
Studies Metric graph Theory and
Applications
50. Dr. Manoj Changat Future On-II-graphs and the DAE 667900
Studies remoteness function
on 11-graphs
51. Dr. Manoj Changat Future Indo-Slovenian joint Project- DST 815000
Studies Metric graph Theory and
Graph Products
52. Dr. V. Prasanna Geology Safe and effective water ISRO 750000
Kumar harvesting site selection
model based on critical
slope analysis using
remote sensing
53. Dr. V. Prasanna Geology Centre for Excellence in DST 14573000
Kumar Geo-information Science KSCSTE
and Technology
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54. Dr. V. Prasanna Geology Temporal Relations of DST 972000Kumar dykes in the shear zones
of Kerala and their tectonicimplication
55. Dr. V. Prasanna Geology Sustainable water harvesting KSCSTE 2000000Kumar site selection based on
Critical Slope Analysis
56. Dr. V. Prasanna Geology PURSE Programme DST 90000000Kumar
57. Dr. Rajesh Reghunath Geology Sustainable and site KSCSTE 528000specific rain water harvestingmethods for the over exploitedChirayinkeezh block, S. Kerala
58. Dr. Rajesh Reghunath Geology Augmentation of groundwater KSCSTE 704000recharge in the over-exploitedKasargod block, North Kerala:Development of a GIS baseddecision support system
59. Dr. Rajesh Reghunath Geology Rejuvenation of ponds to EMAK 1649000revive the water environmenof the problematic blocksof Kerala : A spatialinfor mation system ofaccomplish ment plan forThiruvananthapuram and KollamDistricts
60. Dr. S. Anirudhan Geology Structure and composition of KSCSTE 608300garnet minerals in and beachplacers of Kerala and parts ofTamil Nadu
61. HoD Geology FIST DST 4400000
62. Dr. E. Shaji Geology Source characterization and KSCSTE 662600remediation of fluridecontamination in groundwater resources of Chitturblock, Palghat district, Kerala
63. Dr. K. S. Chandra Institute of Establishment ofSekhar Management Entrepreneurship DST 5000000Now A Rajan in Kerala Development Cell appro
64. Dr. K. S. Chandra Institute of An Evaluation of Women’s AICTE 679000Sekhar Management ICT based Project in
in Kerala Kerala & itsviability in other states of India
65. Dr. S. A. Shanavas Linguistics Resource Centre for KSCSTE 726000Malayalam Language(Creation and Maint-
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enance of Corporation forMalayalam Language)
66. Dr. A. R. Rajan Mathematics Computational techniques inmatrices Dept. of
Space
67. HoD Mathematics NBHM Library Grant to theDepartment of Mathematics DAE yearly
68. HoD Mathematics FIST DST 650000
69. Dr. V. P. Mahadevan Opto ISRO-RESPOND ISROPillai electronics Investigation on the Role RESPOND 2247000
of Aerosol cloud andwater vapour onPrecipitation Characteristicsof Indian Summer Monson
70. Dr. V. P. Mahadevan Opto Design development of low DAE BRNS 237250Pillai electronics repetition rate and high pulse 826700
energy fiber laser based onlarge mode area fiber andphotonic crystal fiber forlaser cleaningapplication
71. HoD Physics FIST DST 2500000
72. Dr. N. Santha, Physics Development of Pb free DST 1595000Woman Scientist glass ceramic composite for
barrier rib of plasma displaypanel
73. HoD Statistics FIST DST 2900000
74. HoD Statistics A Study on reliability DST 1074000measures in higherdimensions (WOS A)
75. Dr. D. Muraleedharan Zoology Molecular characterization DBT 5335000CABB andpeoteomic expression of
insect JHAMT Gene
76. Dr. D. Muraleedharan Zoology Emeritus Scientist CSIRCABB Award project Molecular
Endocrine ModelMechanism of Insect
77. Dr. D. Muraleedharan Zoology Short terms training course DBT 300000CABB for college teachers of under
graduate teaching in lifescience and biotechnologyentitled Advanced lend-trainingcourse on arthropod endocrineresearch in CABB
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78. Dr. D. Muraleedharan Zoology Gamma radiation assessment DAE 2829900CABB at proteomic and genomic
level in representativearthropod fauna
79. Dr. Ommen V. Ommen Zoology Vitellogenic events in caecilian CSIRamphibian from EM andmolicular biology perspective
80. Dr. G. Prasad Zoology Environmental Degradation EMAK 1390000of Cherthala-Edakochicoastal belt due to sea foodprocessing and itsenvironmental Management
81. HoD Zoology/ KSITM seed Fund for Kerala State 1405500Bioinfo- M. Phil Programme in IT Mission
Bioinformatics
82. HoD Zoology FIST DST 2300000
Projects Implemented during 2012 (Funded by Agencies other than U. G. C.)
Principal Name of Funding Total Amount U. O. Details
Investigator Projects/ agency/ Amount released
Department Schemes Sanctioned
Dr. Bushra Beegom R. K.Sociology Implication of U. O. No. AdF1/
Development induced 1/1882/ 2012,displacement experiance ICSSR 620275 230800 dt. 04/10/2012from Kerala
Woman Scientist ProgrammeMs. Reshmi K. V.Statistics Research Scholar
A Study on reliability U. O. No. AdF1/measures in higher DST 1074000 240000 1/4336/wos-A/dimensions (WOSA) 2012, dated 30/
06/2012Student ProjectMr. Jaison Jacob VargheseEnvironmental Assessment of micro- DoE&CC 60000 48000 U. O. No. AdF1/Sciences climatic variability in 4849/2012, dt.
Eravikulam national 15/10/2012park and its implicationson spatio-temporaldistribution of theendangered Nilgiri Tahr(Nilgiritragus hylocrius)
Ms. Rohini RajEnvironmental Diversity of Sulphur DoE&CC 60000 48000 U. O. No. Ad/F1Sciences reducing bacteria and 4849/2012, dt.
hydrogen sulphide 15/10/2012
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production in pollutedestuaries ofThiruvananthapuramDistrict
Ms. Aneesha Raj B JEnvironmental Bio Monitoring of DoE&CC 60000 48000 U. O. No. AdF1/Sciences specific pathogen in 4849/2012, dt.
selected water sources 15/10/2012in Thiruvananthapuramcity
Ms. Shehna Najeeb NEnvironmental Bio Monitoring of DoE&CC 50000 40000 U. O. No. Ad/F1/Sciences pollution status of the 4849/2012, dt.
lower reaches of 15/10/2012Karamana River basinsin TVPM, using selectedriparian plants
Ms. Navami S.Environmental Assessment of pollution DoE&CC 50000 40000 U. O. No. Ad/F1/Sciences stress on the physio 4849/2012,dt.
biological characteristics 15/10/2012of mangrove species inVeli lake in TVPM districts
G SECTION
Planning G Section deals with all the construction works of the University, under plan funds (bothUGC & State plan funds). The construction works are carried out through the Engineering Unit, headedby the University Engineer.
This section also deals with the convening of the Standing Committee of the Syndicate on Planning,Development and Administrative Reforms.
The following projects / construction works were completed during 2012:
1. Construction of 100 bedded SC Girls Hostel, Kariavattom.
An MoU has been executed by the University with the SC development Department, Govt ofKerala in connection with the above construction and the construction has been completed utilising theState Govt funds. The inauguration of the Hostel was held during December 2012.
2. Renovation of KU Senate Hall ,Thiruvananthapuram (Phase-I).
The Government had sanctioned an amount of Rs 50 Lakh for the Renovation of Kerala UniversitySenate Hall. The University had undertaken to execute the renovation work in two phases and thePhase-I works were completed.
3. Installation of Lift in the SH Building, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram.
A lift has been installed in the SH Building under the UGC Scheme for persons with disabilities.
4. Modernization of the Department of Communication & Journalism, Kariavattom.
Construction of Digital Multimedia Lab & Studio floor for the Department of Communication &Journalism has been completed as part of Modernisation of the Department.
5. Day Care Centre, Kariavattom- Purchase of Toys, paining & drawing pictures and installingthe external equipments
The above project was completed utilizing the UGC grant earmarked for Day Care Centre.
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Some of the projects / ongoing works undertaken during 2012 are as follows:
1. Modernization of Kerala University Library, Palayam Thiruvananthapuram
HT connection works is well in progress and is nearing completion. The priority list for the 2ndphase of modernization works has been approved by the University.
2. 11 KV Substation in SH Campus, Thiruvananthapuram.
The project of 11 KY substation at SH campus Thiruvananthapuram has been undertaken utilizingthe UGC Grant of Rs 50 lakhs and the work is well in progress.
3. Construction of a new guest house for Academic Staff College at Kariavattom.
The UGC had sanctioned Rs 75 Lakh for the construction of a new guest house for AcademicStaff College at Kariavattom. The Construction work of the new guest house at Kariavattom has beenentrusted with the CPWD and the work is well in progress.
4. Construction of new hostel for Women at Thycaud.
The UGC had sanctioned Rs 100 lakhs for the construction. The foundation Stone laying ceremonyof the Hostel was held during October 2012.
5. Construction of Building for the Centre for Performing & Visual Arts at Kariavattom
The State Government had sanctioned Rs 40 Lakh for the above construction. The site An estimateamounting to Rs 50 lakhs for the above project has been approved by the University.
6. Construction of an extension to the Centre for Geo Information Science & Technologyat Kariavattom.
The work is well in progress.
7. Construction of a building to house the equipments / facilities under PURSE Grant
Preliminary steps for the above construction has been started.
8. Augmentation of Water supply System at Kariavattom- Phase - I (Laying new PVC Line
and Distribution Lines)
An estimate amounting to Rs. 50 lakhs for the above project has been approved by the University.
9. Vertical Extension to the Library Hall of Arts Block II
The work is in progress.
10. Construction of Vertical extension to Centre for Bioinformatics, Kariavattom.
The work is in progress.
11. Building for departments of Acrhaeology & Environmental Sciences at Kariavattom
The construction of buildings for the Department of Archaeology & Environmental Sciences havebeen under taken utilising UGC Funds. Estimates amounting to Rs 50 Lakh each have been approved forthe above construction works.
12. Vertical extension to Golden Jubilee Library building at Kariavattom.
An estimate amounting to Rs 2 Crore for the above construction has been approved.
13. DST -FIST Programme - Construction of Glass House in the Department of Botany
An estimate amounting to Rs 5 Lakh has been approved for the Construction of Glass House in theDepartment of Botany under the DST-FlST Programme.
14. Establishing Microbiology Lab at the Dept. of Botany, Kariavattom.
An estimate amounting to Rs 1,70,000/- has been approved for the above work.
15. Compartmentalization of Labs, providing false ceiling and strengthening of windows byproviding MS Grill in the Department of Optoelectronics, Kariavattom - Approval ofrevised detailed estimate.
An estimate amounting to RS 12 Lakhs has been approved for the above work.
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New Projects/proposals
1. Construction of a building for Women's Club at SH Campus.
2. Enhancing the capacity of 11 KV substation at Kariavattom Campus-Installation of new 500 KVA Transformer
3. Rain Water Harvesting at Kariavattom and at SH Campus, Thiruvananthapuram.
4. New Hostel for OBC Girls at Kariavattom.
5. UGC XII Plan- ICT Integration- Examination Computer Lab Extension- Civil & electrical works
6. Department of Demography- Setting up of Work station for research on Micro-data from Census-Civil & Electrical works.
7. Renovation of KU Senate Hall- 2nd Phase- Air- conditioning and Acoustic Treatment.
8. Establishing CAIA under USIC, University of Kerala.
9. Campus beautification in SH Campus Palayam and Kariavattom Campus.
10. Providing 10000 Litre Water tank & 1 HP pumpset in the IMK-IDE Building, SH Campus,Thiruvananthapuram.
11. Construction of Students Amenity Centre - Project approved- Foundation Stone laid on
ENGINEERING UNIT, KARIAVATTOM.
The Engineering Unit of the University of Kerala was established in 1954 with a primary objectiveof providing infrastructure facility for the entire University of Kerala. The Unit is headed by the UniversityEngineer whose office is located at Kariavattom. The Unit functions in accordance with the codes andmanual of Kerala PWD and approved by the University of Kerala. The Unit has two subdivisions andfour section offices.
All construction activities under the plan and non plan schemes, MP's LAD scheme for TeacherEducation Centers, UIT and other institution centers under the jurisdiction of the University of Keralaare attended by the Engineering Unit. Maintenance, repair works of University buildings, roads, distributionand maintenance of water supply, pump house etc. are also attended by the Engineering Unit. An Electricalwing headed by an Assistant Engineer and a Transport wing headed by Mechanical Engineer is alsofunctioning under this unit.
Apart from the above, arranging tender for various works and rendering technical advice relatingto technical matters of all departments for their on going and future construction project, are also done bythis unit.
Major Projects completed
1. 100 bedded hostel building for SC girls at Kariavattom.
2. Renovation of University Senate Hall, Thiruvananthapuram..
3. Installation of lift to Senate Hall building. .
4. Renovation of Senate Chamber, Thiruvananthapuram.
5. Modernization of Department of Communication and Journalism- Phase 1.
Major Projects on going
1. Construction of Amenity Centre building, SH Campus, Thiruvananthapuram.
2. Construction of new Women's Hostel Building at Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram.
3. Reconstruction of toilet block and Renovation of PG Women's Hostel building, Kariavattom.
4. Conversion of L T supply to HT at Thiruvananthapuram - Construction of new substation andinstallation of transformer.
5. Construction of an extension of centre for Geo-Information Science, Kariavattom.
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6. Construction of vertical extension to Centre for Bio-Informatics, Kariavattom.
7. Renovation of all residential quarter buildings at Kariavattom Campus.
8. Maintenance and Renovation of Hostel buildings, Kariavattom.
9. Construction of new guest house for academic staff college, Kariavattom.
10. Augmentation of water supply system at Kariavattom-Phase I. Laying new PVC main anddistribution lines.
11. Vertical Extension to the Library Hall of Arts Block II building.
12. Modernization of Department of Communication and Journalism -Phase II.
Major Proposals
1. Rain water harvesting at Kariavattom and Thiruvananthapuram Campus.
2. Building for Archeology and Environmental Science Dept. at Kariavattom .
3. Building for Centre for Performing and Visual Arts at Kariavattom.
4. Vertical extension to the IMK building at Thiruvananthapuram
5. Vertical extension to the Golden Jubilee Library building at Kariavattom.
6. New hostel for OBC girls at Kariavattom.
7. New building for Science block building under PURSE Grant programme at Kariavattom, Campus.
8. Renovation of University Senate Hall-II phase Air Conditioning and Accoustic treatment.
9. Modernization of Kerala University Library -Phase II
10. Augmentation of water supply system at Kariavattom-Phase II.
FINANCE
The Finance, Audit and Accounts Wing of the University function under the direct control of theFinance Officer as per the provisions contained in the Kerala University Act and Statutes.
The Finance sections mainly attend to the work relating to the preparation of Budget, servicematters of University employees, pension, providing advice on financial matters, realization of grants inaid from State Government, UGC, Government of India and other funding agencies, mobilization of revenue,Review of various projects under implementation. These sections monitor the recurring and the nonrecurring expenditure in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the University and ensures aBudgetory Control System.
The Audit Sections attend to the pre-audit of bills. Such pre-audit system helps to avoid irregular/excess payments and to ensure that the payments are within the limits prescribed by the budget andnorms are complied..
The Out-audit sections attend to the clearing of audit objections raised by the Government Auditorand the Accountant General. They also conduct internal audit of accounts of departments and affiliatedcolleges.
Finance Inspection Wing inspects various departments and centres and verify Accounts and connecteddocuments/registers. They also give necessary directions to the concerned regarding maintenance ofvarious registers etc.
Revenue Audit section makes the revenue collection intense and the expenditure control effective.Close contact has been established with the college authorities to compel them to settle the special feesaccounts with zero balance. Effective functioning of the Revenue Audit has brought about the desiredresults. Constant contact with the colleges has been continued this year also.
The Accounts Sections are responsible for the maintenances of accounts of receipts and expenditure.Accounting functions relating to daily classification, monthly classification, consolidation of receipts andexpenditure are also handled and registers thereon maintained by various sections in the Accounts branch.The Annual Accounts of the University are compiled from these registers. The Account sections alsomaintain accounts relating to PF, FBS, GWS etc. and of various loans and advances sanctioned to the
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University employees. Preparation of proforma accounts for submission to Government Auditor for issuingUtilization certificates to the sponsoring agencies is another important function of this wing.
Cash sections under the Finance Branch are grouped into receipt and expenditure sections CashReceipt sections collect all items of receipts by way of cash/demand drafts and deposit them into theKerala University Fund. Cash expenditure sections effect payment as per bills passed by audit sections
Efforts are being made to computerize the entire accounting functions.
Non-Plan Grant
The University had submitted a request for sanction of Rs. 15 ,466 lakhs as non plan grant for theyear 2012-2013 aganist which Government sanctioned an amount of Rs. 11,099 lakhs as non plan grantfor the year.
Plan Grant
For the development activities of the University, the State Government allotted a plan grant of Rs.1700 lakhs for the year 2012-2013 which is released in four equal installments.
Rs. 5,26,46,150/- has been received from the UGC as plan Grant during the year.
Grant in Aid from Other Agencies
Grant in aid received during 2012 from various agencies for undertaking specific projects/schemesare as shown below.
(Rupees in Lakhs)1. U.G.C. 990.84
2. Other Agencies like CSIR, ICAR, ICMR, ICSSR etc. 169.19
3. Grant for running A.S.C. 157.50
4. State Government 127.73
5. Government of India 325.99
Standing Committee of the Syndicate on Finance
The Standing Committee of the Syndicate on Finance met 13 times during 2012 and consideredvarious items referred to it.
Statutory Finance Committee
A Meeting of the Statutory Finance Committee was convened in December 2012 and consideredthe Budget Estimate for the year 2013- 2014
Budget Estimates 2012-’13
The budget estimates of the University are divided into four Parts. Part I deals with the Non planReceipts and Expenditure connected with the normal functioning of the University. Part II deals with theReceipts and Expenditure on developmental activities of the University out of the plan allotments from theState Government and U.G.C. Part III deals with the Receipts and expenditure against funds earmarkedfor specific purpose and allotted by the various sponsoring agencies like UGC, Government of India,CSIR, ICAR, ICSSR etc. Part IV deals with the Receipts and Expenditure relating to debt and deposits.
The Senate of the University of Kerala at its meeting held on 14th & 15th March, 2012 approvedthe Annual Financial Estimates of the University for the year 2012-2013.
Particulars Receipts Expenditure (Rs. in lakhs) (Rs. in lakhs )
Part I - Non plan 22064.04 2364.04
Part II - Plan 5268.66 5268.66
Part III - Earmarked (special) funds 2964.16 2964.16
Part IV - Debts and Deposits 4542.19 4542.19
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Annual Accounts
The Annual Accounts of the University for the year 2010-2011 has been approved by the Senateheld on 14-3-2012 and 15-3-2012 The finalization of the annumal; Accounts for the year 2011-2012 is inthe final stage.
COLLEGE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
The College Development Council was constituted in the-year 1978 with the intention of assistingcolleges affiliated to the University under section 2(f) and 12 B of the UGC Act, 1956 to procure grantsand other assistance from the UGC and to monitor their implementation. The Council was reconstitutedby the Syndicate at its meeting held on 26.5.2007 with the objective of revamping its activities.Dr.M.Jayaprakas is the present Director of the College Development Council.
The section could undertake a number of tasks for the intellectual and infrastructural developmentof affiliated colleges during the year. The important activities are enumerated below:
Proposals for financial assistance under various schemes of the UGC
Several notifications in newspapers, website of the University and circulars to Principals of collegeswere given regarding financial aid offered by the UGC for its various schemes and programmes duringthe XI plan. During the year, proposals for conducting Seminars (72), Workshops (15), Conferences (11)both at state and national levels, Development of Sports Infra structure and equipment (21), InnovativeCourses (5), Research Start-up grant for newly Recruited Faculty under the scheme MHRD/UGC (6),Career Oriented Programme (14), Additional Development Grants (52), Establishment of NetworkResource Centre (1), Women's Hostel (2) were forwarded to UGC from this section.
In the current year, UGC sanctioned grants for various schemes and programmes as shown below:Seminar-Rs. 22,84,000/-, Career Oriented Courses- Rs. 61,20,000/-, Development of Sports infrastructureand equipments -Rs. 7,50,000/-, Seminar under Human Rights Education- Rs.1,39,000/- , Introductionof Under Graduate Course under Human Rights Education- Rs. 4,80,000/-, Women's Hostel -Rs. 71,25,000/-, FDP Substitute Salary- Rs. 1,26,80,134/-, Innovative Programme- Rs. 74,30,000/-,Salary and Research Grant for Research Awardee - Rs. 45,10,788/-, Establishment of IMF SchemeRs.10,75,000/-.
Minor and Major Projects
Proposals for Minor Projects (214) and Major Projects (18) submitted by teachers were alsoforwarded to the UGC for favourable action. For the Minor Projects, already approved, the UGC hasreleased an amount of Rs. 84, 28,000/- during the year. In the case of Major projects already approved,the UGC has released an amount of Rs. 1, 37, 36,986 /-.
Appointment of Subsitute Lecturers in the FDP deputation vacancy
An important task of this section is the work relating to the appointment of substitute lecturers inthe deputation vacancies of teachers who were awarded Teacher Fellowship under the FacultyDevelopment Programme of the UGC. During the year, the section could facilitate the appointment of 43Substitute Teachers in the FDP deputation vacancies in various colleges.
Post-Doctoral Reasearch Award
Another venture undertaken by the CDC Section is the work relating to the UGC ResearchAward, including payment of Research Grant and reimbursement of salary released by the UGC. Duringthe current year three teachers have been selected for the UGC Research Award for a period of twoyears.
P. G. Monitoring Committee
The University Level Monitoring Committee on P.G. Programme under the semester system hasbeen constituted for the monitoring, supervising and conducting P.G. semesterisation in affiliated colleges.The CDC section is entrusted with the convening and related works of the P.G. Monitoring Committee.
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The committee consisting of the Pro- Vice-Chancellor (Chairman), Director, CDC (Convenor), syndicatemembers, academics and officers of the University made several recommendations relating to theexamination and academic matters of the P.G. Programmes. Individual cases of P.G. students were dealtwith by the Committee. Three meetings of the Committee were held during the year 2012. Calendars ofevents for the P.G. Semester Programmes for the academic years 2011-12 and 2012-13 were preparedand submitted to the Committee for consideration.
M. Phil Monitoring Committee
The section also convenes the M.Phil Monitoring Committee which deals with issues concerningthe smooth conduct of the M.Phil programme in the University departments and the various departmentsof University College, Thiruvananthapuram. The Committee consists of Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Chairman),Director CDC (Convenor), Syndicate members and the Academics. Five meetings of the Committeewere held during the year 2012. Calendar of events for the M.Phil Programmes for the academic year2011-'12 was prepared and submitted before the Committee for consideration. Recommendations onexamination and academic matters relating to M.Phil programmes were also made by the Committee.
All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE)
An additional work was taken up by the section as part of All India Survey on Higher Education(AI SHE) undertaken by the MHRD and data regarding various parameters such as basic information,student enrolment, staff strength, Exam results, financial information etc. were collected and consolidatedfor uploading the same in the portal developed by MHRD. Colleges were advised to appoint NodalOfficers for the purpose of collecting and uploading data at the college level and a workshop was alsoconducted as part of the survey for imparting training to Nodal Officers of the affiliated colleges foruploading the data regarding the colleges concerned.
Planning C Section
The Planning C Section, under the supervision of the Director, College Development Council wingdeals with the Faculty Development Programme which provides an opportunity to the teachers of affiliatedcolleges under 2(f) & 12 (B) of the UGC Act, 1956 to pursue their research activities leading to theaward of M.Phil./Ph.D. degree.
The last phase of the meeting of the Selection Committee to recommend the award of TeacherFellowship during the XI Plan was held in February 2012. Two teacher fellows from Bishop MooreCollege, Mavelikara and Government College, Attingal were recommended for the award of FIP and theUGC has already accorded sanction for the same. Subsequent to the completion of the Eleventh FiveYear Plan in March 2012, the Section clarified with the University Grants Commission on the status ofthe programme during the XII Plan in the wake of several enquiries. The Commission thereafter videtheir letter No.F.331/UGC-SWRO/2012-13 dated 13.09.2012 had informed that the selection of TeacherFellows be conducted as per XI plan guidelines pending finalization of the XII plan guidelines. Thisinitiative on the part of the University of Kerala enabled many teachers to apply for the programmeduring the current year itself.
The Section organized interviews for making recommendation for the award of FDP. Thus 59teachers from the various colleges were recommended to the UGC for the award of teacher fellowships.The college-wise selection is denoted (in parenthesis) beneath:-
All Saints' College, Thiruvananthapuram (4), Baby John Memorial Government College, Chavara(2), Christian College, Chengannur (3), Fatima Mata National College, Kollam (3), Government Collegefor Women, Thiruvananthapuram (9), Government College, Karyavattom (1), Government College, Attingal(3), HHMSPB NSS College for Women, Neeramankara (1), Kunjukrishnan Nadar Memorial Govt. Artsand Science College, Kanjiramkulam (1), Peet Memorial Training College, Mavelikara (1), Mount TaborTraining College, Pathanapuram (2), Mar Theophilus Training College, Thiruvananthapuram (1), MarIvanios College, Thiruvananthapuram (1), Mannaniya College, Pangode (1), Mahatma Gandhi College,
Sree Ayyappa College, Chengannur (3), St. John's College, Anchal (1), St. Joseph's College for Women,Alappuzha (1), St Cyril's College, Adoor (1), St. Stephen's College, Pathanapuram (1), University College,Thiruvananthapuram (4), VTM NSS College, Dhanuvachapuram (2) .
In addition to the above, the Section processed and forwarded to the UGC such documents for thebenefit of teacher fellows as Joining Reports, Undertaking / Progress Reports and requests for extension
of fellowship. Further the section executed the work pertaining to the issuance of Facility Certificates/permission to join the University Departments for the benefit of teacher fellows.
Planning E Section
The Planning E Section functions under the supervision of the Director, College DevelopmentCouncil.
The Special Financial Assistance, a Scheme of the University for full-time Research Scholarsbelonging to SC/ST Communities has been implemented and the first instalment of the grant was releasedto eight Research Scholars. The second instalment of the grant was also released to a claimant ofSpecial Financial Assistance.
Notification inviting applications for availing the above scheme was issued for the year 2012-2013.Seventeen applications were received and they are paid @ Rs. 4000/- each towards the 1st instalment ofthe grant through the Heads of Departments/ Principals concerned.
The Vth year grant-in-aid of Rs.2,97,116/- under Post Doctoral Research Fellowship Scheme to
SC/ST researchers (a scheme of the UGC) was released to Dr.T.Santhosh kumar, ICKS, Kariavattom.
The Government have introduced online facility of e-grantz with the objective of disbursing eligible
educational concessions at the appropriate time to the scheduled caste students of Kerala. The matterhas been intimated to the Principals of all affiliated Colleges so as to make the students aware of the said
scheme and avail facilities of the same.
Statistical data on various parameters regarding the admission of students, teaching and non-teaching posts, hostels, staff quarters etc for the year 2011-12 from the Colleges and UniversityDepartments have been collected and consolidated and forwarded to the UGC, along with the proposals
of the University for XII Plan.
Data regarding teaching and non-teaching staff showing· SC/ST representation for the years
2008-09, 2009-10, 2010-11 in the Colleges and University Departments were collected, consolidated &forwarded to the UGC on request.
As part of implementation of reservation policy, statistics regarding student enrolment and teachingand non-teaching staff of colleges and university have been collected and forwarded to the UGC. Thedata so collected are consolidated and kept safely for reference and updation.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
The activities of the Public Relations Wing in 2012 began with the function to present the“Bhashakkoru Dollar” award on 12th January. The award, instituted for the best Malayalam Ph.D Thesisas part of ‘Suvarnakeralam’ celebrations, was presented to Dr.B.Bhuvanendran at a function presidedover by Dr.J.Prabhash, Pro-Vice-Chancellor. Minister for Transport and Devaswam Sri.V.S.Sivakumar
presented the award.
The Public Relations Wing also led the flag hoisting ceremonies on Independence day and Republicday.
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The function to honour the top scorers of Std X/XII from among the children of the Universityemployees was held on 22nd February at the Senate Chamber. Dr.J.Prabhash, Pro- Vice-Chancellor,presented mementoes to the toppers.
The inauguration of Platinum Jubilee Celebration of University of Kerala was held on 23rd March2012 at Senate Hall. The Hon’ble Chief Minister of Kerala Sri.Oommen Chandy inaugurated theCelebration. HH Uthradam Thirunal Marthandavarma honoured the former Vice-Chancellors. Hon’bleMinister for Education Sri.P.K.Abdul Rubb Presided over the function. Hon’ble Minister for FinanceSri.K.M.Mani inaugurated the renovated Senate Hall. The Opposition leader Sri.V.S.Achuthanandanmade the Key-note address. Hon’ble Ministers Sri.K.C.Joseph, Sri.V.S.Sivakumar and the Mayor ofThiruvananthapuram Smt. K.Chandrika participated.
A meeting to honour the memory of Late John Caldecott, FRS, Founder Director of the TrivandrumObservatary Established in 1837 by Maharaja Swathi Thirunal (Presently under the University of Kerala)was held on 2nd April 2012 at the Senate Chamber. Mr. Nick Caldecott, British Actor and 6th generationdescendant of John Caldecott participated.
The Public Relations wing also organized a ‘Kaviarangu’ on 30th July 2012 in connection withPlatinum Jubilee Celebration at Senate Chamber.
The PR Wing organized a function at the Senate Chamber to Inaugurate the Online DegreeVerification System on 28th September 2012. Shri. Venugopal.K.Nair inaugurated the System.
The Inauguration of the Examination Portal of the University was held at the Senate Chamberon 10th October 2012. Dr.A.Jayakrishnan inaugurated the portal. Dr.J.Prabhash presided over thefunction.
The function to felicitate Ph.D awardees of 2011 was held on 20th October 2012 at the SenateHall. Dr.A.Jayakrishnan, Vice-Chancellor presided and presented the mementos to 226 awardees. TheKey -note Address was made by Dr.K.S.Dasgupta (Director, Indian Institute of Space Science andTechnology).
The Inauguration of the Central Facilities Under DST – PURSE Programme was organised by on29th October 2012 at Science Block II of Kariavattam Campus. Dr.A.Jayakrishnan, Vice-Chancellorinaugurated the Centralised Lab System.
The foundation stone laying Ceremony to construct a new building for the Thycaud UniversityWomen’s Hostel was arranged on 31st October 2012.
The Inauguration of the Research Portal of the University was conducted on 1st November 2012at Senate Chamber. The Minister for Industries and IT Shri.P.K.Kunhalikkutty inaugurated the Portal.Dr.A.Jayakrishnan presided over the function.
The PR wing also arranged the inauguration of the University Cusio Corner ‘Smaranika’ held on1st November 2012 at Senate House Campus. The Cusio Corner was inaugurated by Dr.N.Radhakrishnan,Chairman, Gandhi Smarakanidhi.
The inauguration of the School System was arranged by PR Wing on 5th November 2012 at theSchool of Business Management and Legal Studies, Kariavattam Campus. Prof. N.R.Madhava Menon,National Law School, Bangalore and Chancellor, Guru Ghasidas Central University, Chattisgarh inauguratedthe System.
The Public Relations wing published an issue of the University Herald, news letter, during the year2012.
A meeting was organized at Senate Hall on 14th December, 2012 to bid farewell to Vice-ChancellorDr.A.Jayakrishnan. Members of the Syndicate, Senate, Teaching and Non-teaching Staff participated.
The PR wing also arranged the inauguration of the New Women’s Hostel at Kariavattom and thefoundation stone laying ceremony of the Aminities centre at Senate House campus on the same day.
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NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME
National Service Scheme, University of Kerala has an volunteer strength of 18,500 which are leadby about 185 Programme Officers. The main thrust of the Programme during the report period wereadolescent health, counseling, environment enrichment, anti ragging campaign, Blood donation, womenempowerment, palliative care etc.
Majority of the units have conducted various programme in connection with Environment day,Independence Day, Republic day, world AIDS day by arranging Quiz elocution, lectures, seminar andexhibition programmes.
• University Level Advisory Committee Meeting was conducted in August 2012.
• University Level Programme Officers Meeting was organized at senate chamber in September2012.84 Programme Officers attended.
• Seven students were deputed to attend National Integration Camp (NIC) at Shillomg and Ittanagar.The Programme Co-ordinator attended 2 Programme Co-ordinators meeting convened by StateLiaison Officer (SLO), Govt. of Kerala.
• NSS Cell and Family Life Education Foundation conducted one day programme on Family Counsellingon October 2012.
• Gandhijayanthi week celebrations were conducted at various colleges. A One day mega Camp wasconducted at Kariavattom campus in which 650 students /staff and teachers participated.
• Independence day was celebrated at all colleges and arranged rally, meetings and Quiz Competitionin 7 colleges.
• 62 Colleges arranged Blood grouping Camps and 48 Colleges conducted Blood donation Campsthrough which 4050 units of bloods were donated to various hospitals.
• NSS orientation to newly inducted NSS volunteers was conducted in all Colleges.
• NSS, University of Kerala conducted 4 (3 day residential) Training Programme on Life Skill Educationat Maria Rani training Centre ,Sreekariam. 242 volunteers attended and the programme which wasfully supported by HLLPPT.
• PRO selection programme was arranged at SN College, Kollam. 128 volunteers from variouscolleges attended .PRD National selection of RD Camp was organized at Bangalore University inwhich 8 volunteers attended from Kerala University.
• Blood Donor Motivation Programme for NSS leaders was conducted at Trivandrum ,Kollam ,andAllappey .Three regional level Programme Officers meetings were organized at Alappuzha, Kollamand Trivandrum on HIVVAIDS/Life Skills and Blood Donation in collaboration with Hindustan Lifecare Limited and Family Planning Promotion Trust.
• 7 students volunteers were selected to attend National Camp at Thirupathy. (2012).
• One day anti narcotic programme organized by Excise Department, Govt. of Kerala. At 8 Colleges.
• 60 Women volunteers attended Women Empowerment Seminar organized by Kerala Gandhi SmarakaNidhi, Trivandrum.
• 89 volunteers attended two day residential training camp organized by Rotary International at MarGregorios Reneval Centre on Life Skill and Personality Development in December 2012.
• Totally 30 newly inducted Programme Officers received orientation during 2012-13.
• The University NSS Award Ceremony was Organized at Trivandrum on 05-09-2012.
• State NSS Award Ceremony was Participated by Dr. K. Mohan Das, Programme Co-ordinator atIHRD Camp At Chenganoor.
• Two Colleges have conducted the Annual Special Camp 2012-2013 at the Mental Health CentrePeroorkada.
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• 54 Colleges have conducted Special Camp during 2012-2013.
• Volunteer Leaders Training Camp 2012 was held at Bishop Moore College at Mavelikkara, from9th to 11th November 2012.
• ARSH Programme was extended to at 30 colleges during the report period.
Major achievements
Environment enrichment
72 colleges participated in the tree planting programme and 35000 saplings were planted in thecampus, and outside in collaboration with Trivandrum Rail way Division.
Blood Donation Drive
4050 units if Blood were donated to various hospitals.
128 camps were conducted for screening donation of blood and 18500 volunteers were givenorientation.
Assets created
Two houses were constructed by S.N College for Women, Kollam and All-Saints College Trivandrum.
Certificates and Grace marks
Approximately 10,000 certificates were prepared and issued, and 2500 Grace mark orders wereissued to various colleges.
Major Collaborative Programme
1. ARSH Programme - NRHM Govt. of Kerala
2. Sanitation Programme with Kerala Suchithawa Mission.
3. Anti narcotic awareness Programme-Kerala State Excise Staff Association.
4. Life Skill Education Programme HLFPPT.
5. RRCC Programmes-Kerala State AIDS Control Society.
6. Bio-diversity Park - State Bio-diversity Broad.
COMPUTER CENTRE
Computer Centre, University of Kerala was setup in 1977 for providing computer facilities fordifferent research activities in the University. In the present IT era Computer Centre has taken up newchallenges for IT enabling of University administration and examination activities. Computer Centremeticulously follows the principles of business process redesign as a prerequisite of IT enabling. TheCentre has repositioned itself as a software development centre catering to the needs of the highereducation sector of the nation. University computer centre is located near the administration block in thePalayam Campus.
Computer Centre acts as a supporting division of the University in different computerization andIT enabling activities. The department provides technical support to all other sections and departments ofthe University. Various activities undertaken by the department includes different examination connectedactivities such as online process management and software development. During the current year wehave focused the activities for the computerization of all examinations conducted by the University. Forthis, we have developed separate portals for research and examinations activities.
Computerization of University Examinations
Computer Centre has developed a number of software for its examination and related activities.At present, the tabulation activities of all the examinations are done using the innhouse software developedat Computer Centre. The different features available in the software include facility for online marksentry, Web based hall tickets generation, online result availability etc. Traditional way of sending hall
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tickets to colleges from the University was discarded for almost all courses. All restructured courseswith vocational courses exams are also computerized. The process of computerization of CBCSexaminations are moving fast. Fully Web-enabled, online Continuous Assessment (CA) and End SemesterAssessment (ESA) mark entry system is introduced for different courses. Also, registration to differentUniversity examinations is now done in online way. Presently around 2 lakhs of students are using thisfacility.
Updated Information Portal
Computer Centre maintains an updated and professionally designed web site for students andcolleges at www.kucc.keralauniversity.ac.in for different pre-examination and post-examination activities.The system is available to all the affiliated colleges and study centres of the University. The on-lineservices provided to these colleges include candidate enrollment, examination registration, hall ticketgeneration, nominal roll generation, attendance reporting and CA mark entry. For different online activitiesComputer Centre makes use of different open source software.
In house UG, PG Admission software
The UG online admission and allotment process is a milestone of Computer Centre, because theCentre has developed and implemented an advanced software from scratch for online admission andallotment process. Cooperating with the admission wing, Computer Centre was able to operate thewhole UG and PG admission process in a centralised manner. The core area of any online process is itssoftware. Computer centre developed this software successfully. The software can be extended to othercourses such as M.Ed, B.Ed, CSS courses also. Using the software time delay, manual workload, stationeryprinting and postage expenses can be considerably reduced.
Admission Portal of the University
In the current year Computer Centre set up and launched an exclusive admission portal for theUniversity for conducting online UG and PG admissions through a single-window system. (http://admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in/). In the coming year admissions to all courses of the University will bedone through this portal. This facility offers a flexible user j student service in a single window. This willbe a land mark for the University.
Research Portal of the University
The University awards more than 200 research degrees every year in different disciplines. Manyresearchers of the University are doing their research works at different approved centres, campuses,teaching /research departments, affiliated colleges and research centres located at different places.Registration and thesis submission processes were done in the University in traditional ways. Theregistration process includes the processing of application, initial registration and conducting doctoralcommittee meeting. Thesis submission process includes synopsis and thesis submission. During all theseperiods, the process must be monitored, because the student is availing research facilities and scholarships.So a continuous monitoring of the research student is essential. With this view Computer Centre launchedan exclusive research portal for the University (www.research.keralauniversity.ac.in). The exclusiveportal solution can give faster and efficient dimensions in different research activities. The portal helpsresearch candidates to track their progress. The evaluation of the work can be done by the guide as wellas the University. The system is developed in a client server architecture using open source technologiesand is deployed in an Intranet environment. All the details are available to students and their guides. Thesystem also offers automatic registration order generation, automatic eligibility verification, thesissubmission, tracking and monitoring.
Computerization of Syndicate Proceedings
Currently the minutes of the syndicate meetings are signed and published after a couple of days:This may leads to a slow process in decision making. If the syndicate / senate meeting agenda processingand meeting is computerised, the minutes can be prepared without time delay. Computer Centre has
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developed necessary software for computerizing the proceedings of Syndicate meeting. The system willbe implemented soon.
Placement Portal of the University
Computer Centre in association with the placement division of the University started a portal foronline job placement of the students of the University (http://placement.keralauniversity.ac.in). The portalis developed to provide different activities such as meeting arrangements, conducting online tests, interviewscheduling, coordinating, message communication, information gathering etc.
Document Verification Portal
The increased requirements for verifying the documents issued by the University, the Universitylaunched a new portal for document verification. The portal is meant for students as well as employersand is aimed to avoid any delay caused in the processing of documents.(http://www.ku.directverify.in).Computer Centre provides the necessary support in connection with the online verification process ofdocuments.
C. V. Camp Computerization Software
Time delay in the publication of results of University examinations can be reduced to a large extentby conducting CV camps in an orderly manner and by uploading the marks to the database at the end ofeach day of the camp itself. Computer Centre has initiated steps for developing comprehensive CVcamp automation software. The software provides facilities for creating data bank of examiners andchiefs for each subject, entry of marks secured by candidate, updating the mark database from any ofthe camps. The software will be made operational soon.
Kerala University Data Centre
University of Kerala intends to set up a full fledged tier 3 Data Centre for conducting differentonline activities under the control of Computer Centre. This will give a boost to different computerizationactivities of the University. The initial steps for this project are already started. Setting up of the DataCentre includes the procurement, supply and installation, configuration and integration of different IT(active and passive) and Non-IT components required for the functioning of the Data Centre. ComputerCentre can provide the complete configuration of items such as routers, switches, UTM Appliance,proxy server, authentications system and other equipment, hardware and software installed under theproject.
Wire free Campuses at Palayam and Kariavattom
University of Kerala proposes to implement Wi-Fi network access to the campuses Kariavattomand Palayam. The purpose of the implementation is to help students in both the campuses to connect tothe Internet & Intranet through wireless network from anywhere inside the university campus and ableto access the information in a secured manner. University employees, students, and guests will haveshared access to wireless network resources to support the University's mission of teaching, research,and outreach. Those who wish to connect to the campus network with a laptop or other wireless devicecan use the wireless network infrastructure that is owned by and centrally managed by Computer Centre.The initial steps are already started. The project involves designing of the necessary infrastructure,supplying, installing and configuring of different devices such as access points, wireless controllers etc.
Intranet and WAN
For effective overall functioning of the data centre and it is necessary to set up intra net at Universitycampuses and to set up a WAN connecting the two main campuses of the University. This is essential toset up a Backup of storage as well as DR sites as per the defined policies. Monitoring, log maintenanceand reporting of status on a regular basis can also be achieved by setting up the WAN. The initial stepsare started in this direction. Computer Centre can provide support by resolving connectivity issues/configuring devices/ performance tuning of various parameters to optimize performance and to ensureindustry standard QoS with customization.
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Technical Support & Maintenance
In addition to the present projects/ the Computer Centre was able to give technical support andsystem maintenance to different sections of the University in the current year. The support includes
1. Maintenance of hardware services in administrative/ academic and examination sections
2. University document digitisation RFP preparation
3. Management & maintenance of Degree Hologram division
4. Maintenance software services to examination tabulation process
5. Supports to preparation of hardware specifications to various sections
6. Maintenance of hardware and software of University Cash counters
7. Hardware service support to University Library
8. High Performance Computing facility at Kariavattom campus
9. Internet connectivity and NKN connectivity at campuses
10. Setting up of a full fledged computing facility for University examination wing.
Consultancy Works
Computer Centre Director completed the project Women Scientist portal as a consultancy workand the work is completed in the current year.
Academic and Research Work of Dr. Vinod Chandra 5 5, Director, Computer Centre duringthe year 2012
Major academic work includes the classes, talks and research works.
a. Publications
Journals
1. Anusha A, Vinod Chandra S S, "Prediction of antisense oligonucleotides using structural andthermodynamic motifs", Bioinformation, (ISSN 0973-2063). Vol.8, No.23 Pages 1162 1166, November2012 (Impact factor 1.15). http://www.bioinformation.net/ 008/97320630081162.
2. Nadeera Bevi, Vinod Chandra S.S., Chitraprasad D., "The varying faces of Program TransformationSystems", ACM Inroads (ISSN:2153-2184), Vol.3, No. 1. Pages. 49-55, March 2012.
Conference
3. Mayadevi N, Vinod Chandra S. S., Ushakumari S, "Failure Forecast Engine for power PlantExpert system Shell", IEEE ICACCCT 2012, 23rd - 25th August, 2012, Tamil Nadu, India.
4. Rakshmy C. S., Abdul Nazeer K. A., Vinod Chandra S. S., "Bio-M: Data Mining on HCV Genotype1 Core Sequences", IEEE-ICDSE, 18-20 July 2012, Kochi, India.
5. Preeja V., Abdul Nazeer K. A., Vinod Chandra S. S, "Common Structural Motif Identification inGenomic Sequences", IEEE-ICDSE, 18-20 July 2012, Kochi, India.
6. Mayadevi N, Vinod Chandra S. 5., Ushakumari S, "Learning Engine for Power Plant ExpertSystem Shell", IEEE ICECT 2012, 6th - 8th April, 2012, Kanyakumari, India.
7. Sunitha P, Dileep Kumar R, Vinod Chandra S. 5., Sugunan V.S., Pawan K Dhar, Oommen V.Oommen, "Analysis of Characteristic Features and Motifs of microRNA Sequences: A computationalApproach", Bioinformatica Indica 2012, Thiruvananthapuram, India, 12th _14th January 2012.
8. Nadeera Bevi, Vinod Chandra S. 5., Chitraprasad D., "Enhancing Flexibility and Portability ofExecution Preserving Language Transformation using Meta Programming “, lEEE EPSCICON2012, 2nd - 6th January, 2012, Trissur, India.
Reviewer Role
1. Program committee member of "IEEE ICACC - International conference on Advances in Computing& Communications", 9th -11th August 2012, Kochi, India.
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2. Program committee member of "IEEE ICECSS - International conference on Complex ComputerSystems", 18th - 20th July 2012, Paris, France.
3. Reviewer panel member of "IEEE AICERA - International conference on Engineering Education",
19th - 21st July 2012, Kottayam, India.
4. Reviewer panel member of "iCRiT- International Conference", 12th _ 14th January 2012, RITKottayam, India.
(c) Ph.D. Registrations: 7 students associated with College of Engineering Thiruvananthapuramand 1 student associated with department of computational Biology and Bioinformatics, Universityof Kerala
(d) Technical Talks: More than 20 talks in various short-term courses.
THE CELL TO COMBAT SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Chairperson : Dr. G. S. Jayasree
Convener : Mrs. Deanna Stephen
The CCSH, as it is popularly known, has three major functions - gender sensitization and orientation,crisis management and mediation and formal enquiry and redress. Complaints of sexual harassmentare reported to the CCSH by students, faculty members and even administrative staff. All complaintsare investigated within the laid- down mandate in conformity with confidentiality.
The CCSH has a three tier structure and its activities of the CCSH are carried out in affiliatedcolleges in association with college level committees and the Women's Study Units of colleges. Inthe year 2012, the key clauses of the Anti-Sexual Harassment Rules were sent to all the collegesand they were asked to display it where it would be seen by all the students. Classes were conductedin 7 colleges on what gender sensitization means, what sexual harassment means and what can bedone if they feel they have been harassed. In 2012, we received 2 written complaints and 17 oralcomplaints where the victims were unwilling to commit themselves to writing. Suitable action asstipulated by law was taken in all the complaints.
March 8, International Women's Day proved to be an occasion to renew the pledge to genderequity and justice in the university. The Hon. Vice-chancellor, Prof. A. Jayakrishnan opened theday's deliberations and the key note was delivered by Smt. Valsala Kumari I. A. S. Eminentacademics, jurists and cultural activists shared their views on the occasion. On March 9th, aninteractive workshop was held in collaboration with the Loyola College of Social Sciences,Sreekariyam. The emphasis was on the psychosocial aspects of trauma and invited teachers andadministrative staff were educated on how to deal with situations of sexual abuse in work places.
ELECTION SECTION
The following elections/nominations were held to various Authorities/Bodies of the Universityduring the year 2012.
ELECTION OF MEMBERS TO THE STATUTORY FINANCE COMMITTEE
I. The following members were declared elected uncontested to the Statutory Finance Committee,from the Senate and Syndicate respectively and the same was notified vide University notificationno.Election/SFC/2011 dt 07.01.2012.
1. Sunil Kumar. K, Section Officer, Ac.EIII, University Office, Thiruvananthapuram
2. R. S. Sasikumar, Nirmalyam, KRA – 7, Nemom, Thiruvananthapuram
The above members shall hold office in the Finance Committee subject to the provisions containedin the Kerala University Act, 1974 and the Statutes framed thereunder.
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II. BYE-ELECTION OF FOUR MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF KERALA2011-12
The following members of the Legislative Assembly of Kerala were declared elected unopposedto the Senate of the University, under Section 17 – Elected Members (3) of the Kerala UniversityAct, 1974, and the same was notified vide University notification no. Election/Bye-Election/Senate/2011-12 dt 01.03.2012.
1. A. T. George, Member, Legislative Assembly, Bisha Cottage, Vettuvila, Parassala P.O, Parassala– 695 502
4. P. C. Vishnunadh, Member, Legislative Assembly, Painnmmoottil, Puthenkavu P.O, Chengannur –689 123
The above members shall hold office in the Senate subject to the provisions contained in theKerala University Act, 1974 and the Statutes framed thereunder.
III. Election of office bearers of Research students union was held on 01.03.2012
IV. Election of office bearers of the Kerala University Departments union – 2011-2012 was held on29.02.2012
V. NOMINATION OF STUDENT MEMBERS TO THE SENATE – BY THE CHANCELLOR
The following four students were nominated to the Senate of the University, under Section 17 –other members – (3) of the Kerala University Act, 1974, by the Chancellor and notified videElection/S/N/OM/2012 dt 07.04.2012.
1. D. V. Akhila, M.Sc. Mathematics, Department of Mathematics, University of Kerala, Kariavattom
2. Y. N. Haseena, Ist MA Islamic Studies, Department of Islamic Studies, University of Kerala,Kariavattom
3. Akhil Soman, BA Philosophy, S.N. College, Kollam
4. Jishnu Sajayakumar, BDS, PMS College of Dental Science & Research, Thiruvananthapuram
The above students shall hold office for a period of one year from 25.03.2012 in the Senate of theUniversity subject to the provisions contained in the Kerala University Act, 1974 and the Statutesframed thereunder.
VI. BYE-ELECTION TO THE SENATE BY THE MEMBERS OF THE LOCAL AUTHORITIESOF EACH DISTRICT IN THE UNIVERSITY AREA
The following four persons were elected to the Senate, under Section 17 – Elected Members (7)of the Kerala University Act, 1974) by the members of the Local Authorities of the Districts ofThiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta and Alappuzha; in the election held on 17.04.2012.(Notified vide Election/Bye-election/Senate/2012 dt 17.04.2012.
The above members shall hold in the Senate subject to the provisions contained in the KeralaUniversity Act, 1974 and the statutes framed thereunder.
VII. ELECTION TO THE ACADEMIC COUNCIL BY THE PRINCIPALS OF FIRST GRADECOLLEGES
The following Principals were elected uncontested to the Academic Council of the University ofKerala (vide notification no. Election/AC/P/(R)/2012 dt 11.10.2012.
1. Prof. M. Safarudeen, The Principal, PMSA Pookoya Thangal Memorial Arts & Science College,Kadakkal, Kollam – 691 536
2. Thulaseedharan Pillai. R, The Principal, Govt. Arts & Science College, Ambalapuzha, Alappuzha
VIII. BYE-ELECTION OF PRINCIPALS OF GOVT. COLLEGES TO THE SENATE BY THEPRINCIPALS OF COLLEGES
The following Principals of Govt.Colleges were elected uncontested to the Senate of University,under Section 17 – Elected Members (1) of the Kerala University Act, 1974 (notified vide Election/Senate/Bye-Election/( R)/2012 dt 11.10.2012.
1. Asha. M, The Principal, Govt. College, Nedumangad, Thiruvananthapuram
2. Thulaseedharan Pillai. R, The Principal, Govt. Arts & Science College, Ambalapuzha, Alappuzha
IX. ELECTION TO THE ACADEMIC COUNCIL BY THE TEACHERS OF SUBJECT OF STUDY
The following Teachers were elected to the Academic Council (under Section 24(3)(p) of theKerala University Act, 1974) (notified vide Election/AC/ (R)/2012 dt 27.11.2012.
Sl. No. Name and Address Subject of Study
1 Dr. A. Muhammed Thaha, Assistant Professor,Department of Arabic, MSM College, Kayamkulam Arabic
2 Dr. S. Anil Kumar, Assistant Professor,Department of Botany, S N College, Chempazhanthy Botany
3 S. Mohandas, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Chemistry, N S S College, Cherthala Chemistry
4 M. Sreekumar, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Commerce, M M N S S College, Kottiyam Commerce
5 K. S. Anil Kumar, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Computer Science, Sree Ayyappa College,Eramallikkara, Thiruvanvandoor Computer Science
6 A. Hashimudeen, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Economics,T K M College of Arts & Science, Kollam Economics
7 Suresh Babu. V, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Electronics & Comm., EngineeringCollege of Engineering,Thiruvananthapuram Technology
8 R. Prem Kumar, Associate ProfessorDepartment of English,Sree Narayana College, Kollam English
9 Hema. S. Menon, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Geography,University College, Thiruvananthapuram Geography
10 Dr. M. S. Vinayachandran, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Hindi,University College, Thiruvananthapuram Hindi
11 Anil Kumar. G, Associate Professor,Kerala Law Academy Law College,Thiruvananthapuram Law
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12 Dr. P. Padmakumar, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Malayalam,MSM College, Kayamkulam Malayalam
13 Dr. K. Jayakumar, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Physical Education,VTM NSS College,Dhanuvachapuram,Thiruvananthapuram Physical Education
14 Dr. V. Unnikrishnan Nair, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Physics,Government College,Kariavattom,Thiruvananthapuram Physics
15 Dr. T. Rajan, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Political Science,University College, Thiruvananthapuram Political Science
16 Aboobakkar T.V. P, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Psychology, Government College for Women, ThiruvananthapuramPsychology
17 Dr. Rajeev. K. B, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Jyothisha,Government Sanskrit College,Thiruvananthapuram Sanskrit
18 Dr. Rejula. P. K, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Sociology, KNM Government Arts & Science College, Kanjiramkulam,Thiruvananthapuram Sociology
19 Dr. Manoj Chacko, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Statistics,University of Kerala,Kariavattom,Thiruvananthapuram Statistics
20 Dr. M. G. Sanal Kumar, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Zoology,N S S College, Pandalam Zoology
TEACHERS DECLARED ELECTED UNCONTESTED TO THE ACADEMIC COUNCIL
(notified vide Election/AC/R/2012 dt 11.10.2012)
21 Dr. G. Muraleedhara Kurup, Professor,Department of Bio-Chemistry, University of Kerala,Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram Bio-Chemistry
22 Shanthi. W. S, Assistant ProfessorBishop Moore College,Mavelikkara Bio-Technology
23 Dr. Brilliant Rajan, Assistant Professor EnvironmentalDepartment of Environmental Sciences, St. John’s College, Anchal Science
24 Dr. Sujaya. C. C, Associate ProfessorDepartment of French,Government Arts College,Thiruvananthapuram French & Latin
25 M. D. Ratheesh KumarAssociate ProfessorDepartment of Geology,S N College, Chempazhanthy Geology
26 Dr. S. Venumohan, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of History,VTM NSS College,Dhanuvachapuram,Thiruvananthapuram History
27 Dr. Radhika. R, Associate Professor & HeadDepartment of Home Science,Government College for Women,Thiruvananthapuram Home Science
28 A. P. Alavi Bin, Mohamed Bin Ahamed, Associate ProfessorUniversity College,Thiruvananthapuram Islamic Studies
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29 Dr. A. Gopikuttan, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Library & Information Science, Library &University of Kerala,Thiruvananthapuram Information Science
30 Dr. S. Kunjamma, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Linguistics,University of Kerala,Kariavattom,Thiruvananthapuram Linguistics
31 Dr. Prakash Pillai, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Personnel Management,Loyola College, Thiruvananthapuram Management Studies
32 K. Rajan, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Mathematics, Sree Narayana College, Punalur Mathematics
33 Premlatha . K, Associate Professor & HeadDepartment of Music,Government College for Women,Thiruvananthapuram Music
34 Dr. K. G. Gopchandran, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Optoelectronics,U niversity of Kerala,Kariavattom,Thiruvananthapuram Optoelectronics
35 Sumitha. E, Associate ProfessorDepartment of Philosophy,Government College for Women,Thiruvananthapuram Philosophy
36 Dr. K. A. Joseph, Associate ProfessorLoyola College, Thiruvananthapuram Social Work
38 K. Manickaraj, Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Tamil,University College, TVPM Tamil
X. ELECTION OF A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SENATE TO THE COMMITTEE FORRECOMMENDING A PERSON FOR APPOINTMENT AS THE VICE-CHANCELLOR (underSection 10(1) of the Kerala University Act, 1974.
Adv. S. P. Deepak, Rose Cottage, TC 30/1240, Pallimukku, Pettah, Thiruvananthapuram wasdeclared elected unopposed as the representative of the Senate to the committee to be constitutedfor recommending a person for appointment as Vice-Chancellor of the University (notified videElection/VC/1/2012 dt 10.09.2012).
However, Adv. S. P. Deepak couldn’t continue in the Senate/Syndicate and in the Vice-ChancellorSelection Committee consequent to the withdrawal of his nomination and memberships in theSenate by his Excellency the Chancellor, in exercise of his powers provided under 4th proviso ofsub section 3 of section 18 of the Kerala University Act, 1974 and the same was notified videElection/S/N/OM/(2)2012 dt 27.11.2012.
XI. ELECTION OF A NEW PERSON AS THE REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SENATE TO THECOMMITTEE FOR RECOMMENDING A PERSON FOR APPOINTMENT AS VICE-CHANCELLOR
Shri. V. Sivankutty, (M.L.A), Mulakkal Veedu, TC 36/1241, 9-Subash Nagar, Perumthanni,Thiruvananthapuram – 8 was elected unopposed as the new representative of the Senate to theCommittee to be constituted for recommending a person for appointment as Vice-Chancellor(under Section 10(1) of the Kerala University Act, 1974) and notified vide Election/VC/1/2012 dt28.12.2012.
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XII. ELECTION OF OFFICE BEARERS OF THE KERALA UNIVERSITY UNION – 2011-12
The following members were elected (vide notification no.Election/KUU/1/2011-12 dt 14.08.2012& 24.08.2012) to hold various posts of the Kerala University Union 2011-12 in the election hold on18.08.2012.
Chairman
1. Joshy John, Research Scholar, Department of Philosophy, University of Kerala
Vice-Chairman
1 Abhimanyu. T. P, I MA, Malayalam, S. N. College, Kollam
2 Aneesh. M. S, Ist MA, University College, Thiruvananthapuram
3 Anju Sekhar (W), III Year B.Sc Physics, Bishop Moore College, Mavelikkara
General Secretary
1 Rajeesh. M, Ist BA, Political Science, Sreenarayana College, Cherthala
Joint Secretary
1 Akhil Krishnan, II DC Communicative English, St. Gregorios College, Kottarakkara
2 Harsha Kumar. H, Ist BA, Communicative English, SN College, Punalur
Executive Committee
1 Binu Krishnan, I BA, Economics, Government College, Ambalapuzha
2 Sidharth. P. Sasi, TKM College of Engineering, Kollam
3 Sivaprasad. V. N, Ist BA, Economics, Christian College, Kattakkada
Communication and Journalism, Institute of Distance Education, Linguistics, Law, Malayalam, Opto-
Electronics, Oriental Research Institute and Manuscripts Library, Psychology, Mathematics, Physics,
Political Science, Philosophy, Sanskrit, Sociology, Statistics, Hindi, Tamil, Islamic History, Zoology and
Aquatic Biology and Fisheries. The Department of Education is located at Thycaud. All other Departments
of the University are located in the University Office Campus, Thiruvananthapuram. The University
Library and Department of Library and Information Science are located in the adjacent University Library
Building. A brief report of the functioning of the departments during the year under review is given
below.
FACULTY OF ARTS
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION AND JOURNALISM
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No.: 0471-2308013
Head of the Department : Dr. Subash Kuttan
FACULTY
Designation Male Female Total
Professor
Associate Professors/Readers 1 - 1
Lecturer/Asst. Professor 2 1 3
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Course Male Female Total
PG Course 11 31 42
M. Phil. - - -
Ph. D. 2 3 5
Extra Curricular Activities
1. Award for the Best Investigative Journalist in the state instituted in memory of the first Head of
the dept,Prof . Maxwell Fernandez was given away in July at a function in Trivandrum.The award
was instituted by Dr.Sheeba Fernandez ,the sister of Prof. Maxwell Fernandez.Mr. Vinoy Mathew
,Chief Sub editor of Mathrubhumi was the first recipient of the award.Mr. Athul Lal ,Senior
Reporter with the New Indian Express and a former student of the dept also received a special
jury award.
2. The National Press Day was celebrated by the dept on November 16.A national seminar was
organized jointly with the Information and Public Relations Dept.,Govt. of Kerala and the Alumni
Association.Eminent media personalities participated in the seminar on the Emerging Trends in
Media world.
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3. Prominent Television channels and newspapers conducted campus recruitment in the dept in this
year also.Asianet ,Surya TV and Reporter TV selected students from the dept as journalist
trainees by way of this.Also,students got placements in Times of India ,the largest circulated news
paper in the country.
4. Full Bright Fellowship programme with Yale University in USA continued in 2012.
5. As part of the course,all students of the fourth semester MCJ batch underwent two months training
in various newspapers like New Indian Express, Mathrubhumi, Malayala Manorama ,Kerala
Kaumudi etc.
6. Three-day Media Fest was organised on July 6, 7 and 8 by the Communication Club of the dept in
collaboration with IPRD and C-DIT at Trivandrum .Seminars,talent tests and photo exhibition
were held as part of the Fest.Nearly 150 journalism students from different universities and colleges
attended the Fest,the first of its kind in the state.
7. A workshop on Photo journalism was organised by the dept jointly with the Alumni Association at
Trivandrum in August.
8. In this year the dept published four issues of its two journals – ‘Univ Voice’ and ‘Kalari’ .The dept
has been publishing these journals for more than thirty years.
9. A seminar on ‘Agro –journalism’ organised by the dept at Trivandrum witnessed presentations by
renowned Development communicators.
10. As part of the Media Fest,a short film festival of media students was organised .The programme
had entries from students in the universities in Kerala and other South Indian states.
11. Dr.Subash Kuttan was nominated as a member of the Editorial Board of the international journal
on media studies, Communication and Journalism Research ( CJR).
12. Dr. Subash Kuttan published research articles in ‘Science Communicator ‘ ,bought out by Centre
For Science Communication ,CUSAT.
13. Research article on Mass media credibility was published by Dr. Subash Kuttan in the media
research journal of University of Calicut.
14. First semester MCJ students were selected to work in the Media Centre of International Film
Festival of Kerala (IFFK 2012) in December.
15. The dept bought out the special issue of ‘Spot Light’ as part of IFFK 2012 organised by the Govt.
of Kerala.
16. Ten students of the dept participated in the state wide Media workshop at Calicut in
November,organised by Youth Welfare Board.
Titles of Research studies conducted in the year
‘Media use and its influence among the youth having speech and hearing impairment’.
‘Challenges to Health Communication :A study of sickle cell anaemia among tribals in Kerala’.
‘A study on the role of Online promotion of films with special reference to the popularity of
‘Krishnanum ,Radhayum’.
‘A study on the significance and uses of photographs in Facebook ‘.
‘International news: A comparative content analysis of The Hindu and Deccan Chronicle’.
‘A study of viewership pattern of entertainment programmes on Malayalam TV channels’.
‘A study on job satisfaction among print and visual media journalists in Kerala’.
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DEPARTMENT OF GERMAN
SENATE HOUSE CAMPUS, UNIVERSITY OF KERALA, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone: 0471- 2306422 Ext.320
Head of the Department : Dr. Latha Tampi (Professor)
Designation Male Female Total
Professor - 1 1
Associate Professor - 1 1
Guest Lecturer 1 - 1
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Course Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course 1 6 7
M.Phil. - - -
Ph.D. - - -
Diploma in German 8 2 10
Certificate in German 15 3 18
Number of Research Students: 4
Academic activities
1. Talk by Ilya Trojanow 25. 1. 2012
2. Talk by Dr. H. Kelz as part of Department Golden Jubilee celebrations 13.2.2012
3. Talk by Dr. H. Kelz as part of Department Golden Jubilee celebrations held at Department ofLinguistics on 14. 2. 2012 and 15.2.2012
4. Talk by Dr. H. Kelz at the Department of German as part of Department Golden Jubilee celebrations16.2.2012
5. Talk by Dr. H. Kelz at the Department of German as part of Department Golden Jubilee celebrations17. 2. 2012
6. Celebration of Department golden Jubilee at Hotel Mascot 22.2.2012
7. Interactive Session conducted by Shri Adrian Francis, Associate professor, CIEFL, Hyderabad on29.5.2012
8. Participation of students and staff of Department of German in Swiss program conducted at theGerman Centre, Trivandrum on 5. 12.2012
9. Visit of Swiss team and conducting of talk on Switzerland and German speaking nation on 6.12.2012
10. Publication of GSI, 2012
Faculty Profile
Dr. Santha Kumari S, Professor
Paper presented:
1. Impact of the Dissemination of Ideas through Translation- From a Democratic Point of View(Paper presented at the Translation Seminar organized by the Goethe Society of India and theCentre of German Studies, JNU, New Delhi on 16th January 2012)
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2. Die Rolle der Frau bei Friedensstiftung (Ein historischer Ueberblick in "Der Butt" in Gunter Grassin GSI 2012
Dr. Latha Tampi
Papers published:
1. "Homeless in the Homeland: A Pavement Dweller's View of Post-Reunification Germany inHermann Kant's Kino" In: Journal of Literature & Aesthetics, Vol. 10, Number 1 & 2, January-December 2010 p. 70-79
2. "America, you are better off than our continent, the old one ": The Portrayal of America inChrista Wolf s City of Angels or the Overcoat of Dr. Freud. In: Littcrit, Vol. 37, No.1, p. 44-57,
June 2011.
3. "Die Stadt kannst du wechseln, den Brunnen nicht": Die Darstellung des geteilten undwiedervereinigten Deutschlands in Christa Wolfs City of Angels oder The Overcoat of Dr. FreudIn: GSI, No.2, Dece:nber 2012, p. 75 - 90.
INSTITUTE OF ENGLISH
SENATE HOUSE CAMPUS, UNIVERSITY OF KERALA, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2306422 (Extn. 324)
Head of the Department: Dr. Maya Dutt
Designation Male Female Total
Professor - 2 2
Reader / Associate Professor 1 3 4
Lecturer 1 1 2
Strength of Students as on 31.12.2012
No. Name of Courses Male Female Total
1. Post Graduate Course 8 41 49
2. P.G. Diploma Course in English
for Communication 22 8 30
3. M.Phil. 2 12 14
4. Ph.D 1 17 18
Number of Research Students: Full time - 18, Part time - 9
Extra Curricular Activities:
Dr. Maya Dutt Dean, Faulty of Arts, University of Kerala
Seminars/Conferences/Workshops attended:
• Invited Talk on "Residential Schools and Sexual Abuse of Children" under the auspices of Under
the Greenwood Tree English Club, at Gandhi Bhavan, Trivandrum, 23 June 2012.
• Presidential Address. National Conference on Converging Disciplines: Canada and India. UGCArea Study Centre for Canadian Studies, at Maurya Rajadhani, 12-13 July 2012.
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• Presidential Address. National Workshop on ELT: Developing Multimedia Package for GeneralEnglish, Centre for EL T, Institute of English, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, 26-28July 2012.
• Presidential Address. UGC-Sponsored National Seminar on Diaspora Studies: Sri Lanka, Pakistanand Bangladesh. Institute of English, University of Kerala, at the Senate Chamber,Thiruvananthapuram, 10-11 September 2012.
• Presidential Address. National Conference on Spatial Configurations: Canada and India. UGCArea Study Centre for Canadian Studies, at Maurya Rajadhani, Thiruvananthapuram, 16-17November 2012.
Research in progress:
guiding 9 research scholars at present
One Ph.D. thesis awaiting Open Defence shortly
One thesis due for submission in Dec 2012
Dr. G. S. Jayasree
Designation : Associate Professor, Institute of EnglishHon. Director, Centre for Women’s Studies, University of KeralaMember, Standing Committee on Women’s Studies, University Grants CommissionConvenor, National Curriculum Development Committee in Women’s Studies,University Grants Commission
Seminars organized
Seminar on Violence Against Women on 8th March, International Women's Day
Persentations
1. Address releasing the OUP Anthology of Dalit Literature at MG University 18 January 2012
2. Chief Guest at seminar on Women’s Rights, National College, Manacaud, 2 February
3. Keynote address on seminar on Dalit Writing, Iqbal College, Peringamala, 22 February
5. Paper on Feminist Research Methodology at Central University, Pondicherry 21,22,23 March
Publications
1. Edited Samyukta: A Journal of Women’s Studies, January 2012 & July 2012
2. Word Worlds Studying Translation Through Indian Literatures in Regional Languages: A Primer(co-authored with Bharathi Harishankar and Mini Krishnan) New Delhi: Oxford University Press,2012.
3. In the Shades of Sahyadri (co-edited with P. P. Raveendran) New Delhi: Oxford University Press,2012.
4. Submitted the Two Volume Anthology on Twentieth Century Malayalam Writing to Oxford UniversityPress, India (Co-edited with Dr. P.P Raveendran of School of Letters, MGU)
5. Submitted Oblique Mirrors: Contemporary Women's Writing from India, ( co-edited with Dr. SreedeviK. Nair) New Delhi: Oxford University Press, forthcoming in 2013.
6. The Economy of Photographs: Possibilities for a new Reading of Riots (Co-authored with SmithiMohan) Article published in the proceedings of the National Seminar brought out by CatholicateCollege, Pathanamthitta.
7. "When we dared to publish: experiences of an editor" Article published in the collection editedby Prof. Rekha Pande, Director Centre for Women's Studies, University of Hyderabad forCambridge Scholars Publishing.
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8. "What it means to be a Feminist". Lead article in the Newsletter of Research Centre onWomen's Studies (RCWS) of SNDT University, Mumbai
9. Preface to Translation of Kumaran Asan's The Lioness in Confinement published by KeralaUniversity
Reports
1. Co-authored with Sharmila Rege and Kameshwari Jandhanyala in the Guidelines for Developmentof Women's Studies in Indian Universities and Colleges During Twelfth Plan (2012-2017)
2. Final Report of the National Curriculum Development Committee in Women's Studies
Dr. Meena T. Pillai
S1.No. Dates Purpose
1. 16.01.2012 Plenary Talk at Victoria College, Palakkad
2. 23.01.2012 Plenary Lecture at Pathanamthitta Catholicate College
3. 01.02.2012 & 02.02.2012 Plenary Lecture and chair a session at the National Seminaron Indian Poetry at Gandhigram University.
4. 13.02.2012 Chairperson of PhD Viva of Bangalore University
5. 15,16,17 & 18 February Keynote Address at the National Seminar in Brennan 2012College, Tellicherry
6. 19 & 20 February 2012 Lecture at Sree Krishna College, Guruvayoor
7. 08.03.2012 & 09.03.2012 Lecture at the UGC Refresher Course in ComparativeLiterature at Kannur University and UGC Academic StaffCollege, Calicut
8. 15.03.2012 Lecture at Women's Christian College, Nagercoil
9. 27.03.2012 Presented a paper at a National Seminar in SSUS, Quilandi.
10. 29.03.2012 Presented a paper at a National Seminar in NM ChristianCollege, Marthandom
11. 18.04.2012 Judge for Competition in English Essay Writing organized byHaritha Kundara Project
12. 27.04.2012 & 30.04.2012 Lecturer in Kuvempu University, Shimoga
13. 02.05.2012 MA Valuation Camp in Kasargod Central University
14. 12.07.2012 Chaired a session at the National Conference at CanadianCentre, University of Kerala, Trivandrum
15. 13, 14, 15 & 17 Sep. 2012 Jury Member of the Screening Committee of the InternationalFilm Festival of the Chalachithra Academy
16. 10.10.2012 Lecture at the UGC Refresher Course in English, ASC, KeralaUniversity.
17. 06.12.2012 & 07.12.2012 Invited lecture at the National Conference on the Politics ofTranslation organized by NBT & Department of English,University of Calicut.
Dr B.S.Jamuna, Reader, Institute of English, University of Kerala
Courses organised
Certificate Course on Communication Skills in English, September - December, 2012
International Seminars organized
International Seminar on ELT: Innovative Interactive Strategies, 1 February 2012, CELT, Universityof Kerala
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National/Regional Seminars organized
National Conference on Diapora Studies: Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh, 10-11 September,2012.
National Workshop on ELT: Developing Multimedia Package for General English Courses, 26 -28July 2012
Chair/Papers presented at International Seminars
Chaired a session for the International Seminar on Fiction to Film: An Interdisciplinary Approach,Govt. College for Women, 14 March 2012.
Chair/Papers presented at National Seminars
Keynote Address at the National Seminar on Women in Culture and Texts, November, 2012
Paper presented titled Eco-consciousness and Eco-justice in Canadian Studies at the NationalSeminar on Converging Disciplines: Canada and India, 12 - 13 July 2012 and Chaired a session
National Seminar on ELT organized by Vidhya Mandir, Payannur. Paper presented on PedagogicalImplications of Critical and Creative Thinking on ELT, 2 June 2012
Paper on Curriculum presented at National Workshop organized by CACEE, University of Kerala,10 -12 April 2012
Plenary Speaker at National Seminar on Postcolonialism and Postcolonial Reading of Cinema atGovt. College, Kottayam, 9 March 2012
Lectures organised
Lecture delivered on Teaching Strategies by Dr Thirupathi Kumar, EFLU, Hyderabad, 30 October,2012
Lecture on Curation Theory by Dr Susie Tharu, Professor, EFLU, Hyderabad, 12 October, 2012
Lecture on Curricula Reforms by Dr Chithra Panicker, University of Bangalore, 1 October, 2012
Resource Person/ Subject Expert
Subject Expert for School Teachers Training Programme organized by State Institute of English,Govt. Of Kerala, 7 November, 2012
Lecture on Postcolonial Reading, Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, 8 October, 2012
Subject expert for ASAP, Government of Kerala, October 2012
Subject expert for Selection of Lecturers for MSM, College, 19 September 2012
Subject expert for Selection of Lecturers for S.N. Colleges, 22-23 August 2012
Lecture on Ecocriticism at Department of English, Hemachandracharya North Gujurat University,Patan, Gujurat on 8 August 2012
Subject expert for Selection of Lecturers for St. Gregorius College, July 2012
Resource person for Teacher Training Programme organized by MES, 9 May, 2012
Resource person for National Workshop on Curriculum reform organized by CACEE, Universityof Kerala, 1012, April, 2012
Subject Expert for SET Examinations, Govt of Kerala, 16 March, 2012
Participation in International/ National Seminars/ Workshop
National Seminar on Media, Challenge and Response, 31 January 2012
Research Projects
Ongoing-Co-ordinator UGC SAP -Phase-I (200992014) - Asian Diaspora: Literature and Cultureand ESP
Dr. B. Hariharan
Article Published in Journal
"Unmarking Invisibility: Women, Writing and Public Spaces of Kerala" JSL 16. 2012.
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Article Published in Edited volume
"On Theorizing the Hyphen." Various Cultures Variant Readings Essays ;n honour of Prof. JameelaBegum. 2 Vols. Ed. B. Hariharan et al. New Delhi: Creative Books, 2012. 393 - 402.
Books
The Carnival World of Robert Kroetsch, New delhi: Creative Books, 2012
Books Edited
Various Cultures Various Readings Essays ;n Honour of Prof. Jameela Begum. 2 Vols. Ed. B.Hariharan et al. New Delhi: Creative Books, 2012.
Papers presented in Seminars and Conferences
1. National Seminar on Centring the Margins: Facets of New Literatures. VTMNSS College,Dhanuvachapuram. Title of Paper: "New Literatures." 5 - 6 January, 2012.
2. UGC National Seminar on Cultural Studies: Towards a New critical Paradigm. Mar Thoma College,Tiruvalla. Title of Paper: "Representation, Culture, and Politics: Linguistic Reorganization of States."16 - 17 January, 2012.
3. National Conference on Culture and Consciousness: A Study on the Novels of Indian Writers inEnglish of 21st Century. Sri Vasavi College, Erode. Delivered Key note Address. 20 January,2012.
4. National Seminar on Postcolonial Ecologies: Literature of the Environment.Dept. of English, NSS
College, Nilamel. Title of Paper: "Ecology and Literature or the Stories we Tell." 9 - 10 February,
2012.
5. National Seminar on Rabindranath Tagore - In his Times and Ours. Centre for Comparative
Literature, University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad. Title of Paper: "Tagore, Nation, then China." 27- 29 February, 2012.
6. NMC National Seminar on Promotion and Sharing of Best Practices in Quality Assurance. Thassim
Beevi Abdul Kader College for Women, Kilakarai. Title of Paper: Professionalism, Quality and
Higher Education." 30 - 31 March, 2012.
7. UGC National Conference on Diaspora Studies: Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh. UGC-SAP,
Institute of English, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram. Title of Paper: "Beyond Labels:
Michael Ondaatje's Narratives." 1 0 - 11 September.
8. UGC National Seminar on Translation Studies: Texts in Context. Union Christian College, Aluva.
Title of Paper: "Translation and its Contexts." 14 - 15 September.
Conferences Organised
1. July 12 - 13, 2012: Organized National Conference on Converging Disciplines: Canada and India.UGC Area Study Centre for Canadian Studies, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.
2. November 16 - 17, 2012: Organized National Conference on Spatial Configurations: Canada and
India. UGC Area Study Centre for Canadian Studies, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.
Funded by Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute, New Delhi.
Invited Lectures
1. Academic Staff College, University of Kerala. Short term course for Research Guides in Social
Sciences. Delivered lecture on "On Writing Research Papers." August 1, 2012.
2. Academic Staff College, University of Kerala. Refresher Course for College teachers in Commerce
and Management. Delivered lectures on "Research and Academic Writing." 13 September, 2012.
3. Academic Staff College, University of Kerala. Refresher Course. Delivered lecture on "Canadian
Arctic" October 3, 2012.
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Other Academic and Outreach Activities
• Member of Curriculum Committee, Additional Skill Acquisition Programme (ASAP), HigherEducation Department, Government of Kerala. 2012.
• IGNOU and SSA joint programme for school teachers. Resource Person. Training teachers onReading Methods in the Classroom. IGNOU Campus, Trivandrum. Feb 11,2012.
Assumed charge as Hon. Director, UGC Area Study Centre for Canadian Studies, University ofKerala. June 2012.
Dr. Suja Kurup P. L.,
Lecturer, Institute of English, University of Kerala
Publications
1. “The Web of Life: An Eco-aesthetic Study of Select Pieces from The Penguin Book of ForestWritings", in IDEOGORA, first edition titled Changing Worlds: Reviewing and Reinventing Literatureand Culture, Jan 24, 2012: (ISBN: 978-81-920711-0-7): 113 - 120.
2. “A Discourse of Difference: Fantastic Language in Jeanette Winterson's Written on the Body", inHome Makers Turned World Leaders, ed. Dr Jessica Selwyn and S.Jenefa Kiruba Malar. Tirunelveli:Sarah Publications, 2012: 34 - 38.
Papers Presented
Invited Talk
1. “Among Worlds: Comparative and Cross Cultural Elements in New Literatures in English", at theNational Seminar organized by Research Centre, Dept. of English, Scott Christian College(Autonomous), Nagercoil, on 3rd March 2012.
International conferences
1. “A Discourse of Difference: Fantastic Language in Jeanette Winterson's Written on the Body", atthe International Conference on World Women Writers organized by the Dept. of English, SarahTucker College, Tirunelveli, on March 30, 2012.
National Conferences
1. “The Politics and Poetics of Belonging: George Lamming's In the Castle of my Skin" as a NationalAllegory", at the National Seminar on Centering the Margins: Facts of New Literatures, organizedby the Dept. of English, VTM NSS College, Dhanuvachapuram, on 3 - 4 Jan 2012.
As Lecturer, Institute of English, University of Kerala w.e.f. 06-08-2012
Papers Presented
International conferences
1. "Dissent as Mode of Discourse in Mylamma: Oru Jeevitham", at the International Conference onTraditions of Dissent in Sub continental Literatures and Cultures, organized by Dept. of ComparativeLiterature, Central University of Kerala and CLAI, at Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod,on 15 -17 October 2012.
2. "Transcending the Bounds of Caste: Perspectives on Memory Culture in K. A. Gunasekaran's TheScar", at the International Conference on Enriching the Connection between Literature and Life,Periyar University, Salem, on 3 -4 September 2012.
National Conferences
1. "Reading Ann Marie - MacDonald's Fall on Your Knees" at the National Seminar on SpatialConfigurations: Canada and India", at the National Conference organized by UGC Area StudyCentre for Canadian Studies, Institute of English, University of Kerala, on 16 -17 November 2012.
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2. "In Search of Roots: A Nostalgist's Journey Across Culture in Sadia Shepard's A Girl from Foreign",at the UGC SAP National Conference, Institute of English, University of Kerala, on 10 -11 September2012.
Research in Progress
3 Full time Ph.D. Scholars
DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY LIBRARY BUILDINGS, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM-34
Head of the Department: Dr. K.P. Vijayakumar MA, M L I Sc, PhD, Associate Professor
Other Teaching Staff Sri. M. Varghese MA, MSc, MLI Sc, Associate Professor
Dr. A. Gopikuttan MLISc., Ph. D, Associate Professor
Dr. Humayoon Kabir S, MSc, MLISc, Ph D, Associate Professor
Dr. B. Minidevi., M L I Sc, Ph D, Assistant Professor
FACULTY
Designation Male Female Total
Associate Professor 4 4
Reader
Assistant Professor 1 1
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Course Male Female Total
M L I Sc (2011-13) 10 12 22
M L I Sc (2012-14) 9 13 22
M Phil. (2011 admission) - 7 7
Ph D (Full time) - 7 7
Ph D (Part time) 5 20 25
Number of research students : 34
Extra curricular activities:
1. The students were sent for the one month internship programme in libraries of repute in the state.
2. Continued to offer Extra-departmental elective Course ‘Electronic Information Sources in Scienceand Technology’ and ‘Electronic Publishing’ to the MA Degree students of Institute of English,University of Kerala.
3. Organized a two day Workshop on KOHA during 28 - 29 January 2012.
Research Activities of Faculty Members during 2012
Dr. Vijayakumar K. P.
1. Supervised 8 scholars for research leading to Ph. D. degree.
2. Supervised the dissertations of 2 M. Phil. Students.
3. Guided 6 MLISc dissertations.
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Sri. M.Varghese
Supervised four M L I Sc dissertations on the topics : ‘Cost analysis of books in library andinformation science’, ‘Content analysis of the Indian Journal of Plant Physiology’, ‘Indian periodicalsliterature in labour economics’ and ‘Library buildings in the digital era’.
Dr. A. Gopikuttan
1. Supervising eleven research scholars for Ph. D.
2. Supervised Two M Phil dissertations:
3. Supervised 6 MLISc dissertations
4. Served as the principal investigator of the Major Research Project (MRP) of University GrantCommission (UGC) entitled “a study to formulate steps to improve the credibility of Indianjournals”
Dr. Humayoon Kabir S.
1. Guiding eight research scholars for Ph.D
2. Supervised one M. Phil dissertation
3. Supervised four M.L.I.Sc. dissertations
Dr. B. Mini Devi
Guided four MLISc. Dissertations and two M. Phil Dissertations.
Publications by Faculty Members
Dr. Vijayakumar K. P.
1. Social networking and network services – 1. India Forward 4 (39) January 2012: 4 -5
2. Social networking and network services – 2. India Forward 4 (40) February 2012: 4
3. Wiki projects – 1. India Forward 4 (41 – 43) March – May 2012: 5 - 6
4. Wiki projects – 2. India Forward 4 (44 - 45) June - July 2012: 6 - 7
5. Wiki projects – 3. India Forward 4 (46) August 2012: 7 – 8
6. Libraries in the modern age. India Forward 4 (47 - 49) September- November 2012: 6
Dr A. Gopikuttan
1. Journal of Space craft and rocket: A Scientometric study. Aswathy S. and Gopikuttan, A, SRELSJournal of Information Management . Vol. 49 (6) P. 671-683.
2. Budget allocation for books and periodicals in the Universities of Kerala. Sukumaran.C andGopikuttan. A. Journal of Library Advancement. Vol.2 (1) P.1-10.
3. Science and Technology Research in Kerala during 2006-2010: a study based on Science CitationIndex expanded. Savitry T K and Gopikuttan A. Proceedings of the UGC –SAP National Seminaron Scientometrics and Informetrics, ed by M. Nagarajan and others. Annamalai University, DLIS.P.231-234.
4. Aerospace Engineering Journals in SCImago; a scientometric study. Aswathy.S and Gopikuttan,A. Proceedings of the Interational Conference on Scientometrics organized by Department ofLibrary and information Science, Tumkur University in association with Institute of Scientometrics,P 78-91.
5. Indian contribution to open Access journals: A study with special reference to DOAJ. Aswathy S.and Gopikuttan, A. Proceedings of the National Conference on Open Source Integrated LibrarySystem organized by the B S Abdul Rehman University, Chennai and SALIS. P. 64 - 72
Dr. Humayoon Kabir S.
1. Collection development for digital libraries (Co-author) In Empowering libraries for Life- longLearning skills edited by Dr.Suresh Jange. Agra:Current Publications, 2012. P. 266-273.
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2. Re-engineering library services. In Dynamics of librarianship in the knowledge society. Vol.2.Delhi: B.R. Publishing, 2012. P. 664-679.
3. Information behavior of tourists visiting Kerala (Co-author). KELPRO Bulletin, Vol.16, No.2,December 2012, P. 22-33.
4. Towards developing information literacy programs in India (Editorial). KELPRO Bulletin, Vol.16,No.1, June 2012.
5. Empowering LIS professionals and patrons by imparting lifelong learning skills (Editorial). KELPROBulletin, Vol.16, No.2, December 2012.
Dr. B. Mini Devi
1. Information needs and seeking behaviours of managers in Indian Financial Sector. SNES JOMAR-SNES Global Journal of Management Studies and Research, 1 (1) July. 2012. P. 72-76 (ISSN2278-6716).
2. Bibliography Coupling in Oncology Journals. KELPRO Bulletin 16(2) December 2012. P. 81-85.(ISSN-0975-4911)
3. Exchange of Information through social networking sites by the Post Graduate Science Studentsof University College, Thiruvananthapuram. P. 28-34. In Future Libraries in Digital Age – Editedby Sanjay Kataria and others. KBD Publication, New Delhi – 2012. ISBN (10) – 81 – 907999 –2 – 4. ISBN (13) – 978 – 81 – 907999 – 2 – 8.
4. Use of e-books for Exchanging Academic Information: A study based on 12th Science StreamStudents and Faculty of Kendriya Vidyalas in Trivandrum District. Proceedings National Conferenceon Digital Resources in Higher Academic Research. June 27, 2012 by Tumkur University atTumkur, Karnataka. P. 49-54.
5. Library and Information Science Research in India: A critical Study. International Conference onTrends in knowledge and Information Dynamics. 10-13 July, 2012 at Bangalore by DocumentationResearch and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, Golden Jubilee Conference. P. 108-113.Vol I.
6. Informetric Analysis of Core books in Toxicology: A study based on Toxline. UGC sponsoredNational Conference on Academic Libraries as knowledge Hub in the New Millennium (ALKHNM-2012), 27-28 July 2012 at Akola – (M.S). P. 178-180.
Participation of Faculty Members in Seminars/ Conferences/ Workshops / Refresher Courses
Dr. Vijayakumar K. P.
1. Served as resource person in the National Workshop on Science Literacy and Scholarly Writingorganized by Mahatma Gandhi University on 17 January 2012.
2. Delivered a lecture in the Theme Discussion on Information Literacy organized in connection withthe International Book Fair (INBOFA) organized by Mahatma Gandhi University in January 2012.
3. Served as Resource person to the 3 day National Workshop on Academic Writing organized byCentral University of Kerala, Kasaragod on 23 January 2012.
4. Presented the lead paper entitled “Information Literacy: Competency of the 21 Century’ on 8th
March 2012 in the two day UGC-sponsored National Seminar on Role and Relevance of InformationLiteracy in the Globalized Era organized by St. Peter’s College, Kolencherry.
5. Served as Resource Person to the Refresher Course in Library and Information Science organizedby the Academic Staff College, University of Goa, Goa, on 23 March 2012.
6. Served as key resource person in the Workshop on E-content Development for Library andInformation Science by the EMMRC, University of Calicut on 17 May 2012.
7. Served as Resource person in the 5-day Workshop on Research Methodology organized by KannurUniversity Central Library on 23 May 2012.
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8. Served as resource person and key speaker in the National Seminar on Commerce organized by S.D. College, Alappuzha and delivered lectures on ‘Literature Review’ and ‘Writing Skills’ on 23August 2012.
9. Served as UGC Visiting Fellow at the Department of Library and Information Science, KannurUniversity for 5 days from 17 September 2012.
10. Acted as Resource person in the 6-day National Workshop on Preparation of Scholarly Articlesorganized by Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod on 5 November 2012.
11. Delivered the Key Note Address and served as Resource Person in the UGC-sponsored Seminaron Bridging Digital Divide in India and presented the paper on the “Role of Libraries in Bridgingthe Digital Divide” on 29 November 2012.
12. Participated in the International Education Meet 2012 on the theme “Education for Global Excellence”organized by Mar Theophilus Training College, Thiruvananthapuram and authored a paper jointlywith Ms. Jinu S. Rajan.
13. Presented a paper entitled “Competencies of Public Library Professionals” in the Two Day NationalSeminar on Towards a New Reading Culture, organized by Raja Rammohun Roy Library Foundationat Kanakakunnu Palace, Thiruvananthapuram on 20 – 21April 2012.
14. Participated in the Workshop on Information Security Awareness organized by Kerala LibraryAssociation and C-DAC, Hyderabad on 1 December 2012.
15. Served as Resource person to the Refresher Course in Library and Information Science conductedby the Academic Staff College, University of Kerala in June 2012.
16. Served as Resource Person to Six Orientation Programmes conducted by Academic Staff College,University of Kerala in 2012.
17. Delivered lectures on two short term courses for research guides in Sciences and Social Sciences,organized by Academic Staff College, University of Kerala in 2012.
Shri. M. Varghese
1. Served as a Guest Faculty for the Certificate Course in Library and Information Science, StateCentral Library, Trivandrum
2. Served as Resource Person for the Refresher Course in Library and Information Science, conductedby the Academic Staff College, University of Kerala
Dr. A. Gopikuttan
1. Participated and presented a paper on ICT applications and Public Libraries in the NationalConference organized by RRRLF in Thiruvananthapuram from April, 20 - 21, 2012.
2. Participated and chaired a session in the National Seminar on Scientometrics and Informetricsorganized by the Department of Library and Information Science, Annamalai University from 9 –10 March 2012
3. Participated and presented a paper on Awareness on Indian Copyright Act among Library andInformation professionals in the XXV National Seminar organized by the Pondicherry Universityand IASLIC from December 10-13, 2012.
Dr. Humayoon Kabir S.
1. Attended Workshop on Profiling Research Publications for Quality Research at Cochin Universityof Science and Technology on 3rd January 2012.
2. Participated and chaired the technical session – 12 of UGC Sponsored International EducationMeet at Mar Theophilus Training College, Nalanchira, Trivandrum from 5th to 7th January 2012.
3. Delivered a talk and chaired a session in the National Conference on Emerging Trends in UserExpectations for Next Generation Libraries, 40th APLA Conference at Dravidian University,Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh from 24th to 26th February 2012.
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4. Presented a paper and chaired a session in the International Conference on Collection Developmentin the Digital Environment (ICCDDE – 2012) at University of Madras, Chennai from 29th to 30th
June 2012.
5. Participated as a delegate in the National Conference on Re-inventing and Restructuring of PublicLibrary System in India at Bangalore, Karnataka on 28th July 2012.
6. Participated in the user awareness program on UGC-INFONET E-Journal Consortium, Ahmadabadheld at University of Kerala on 20th July 2012.
7. Presented a paper and chaired a technical session in the KSCLA National Conference inEmpowering Libraries for Lifelong Learning Skills at Poojya Doddappa Appa College of Engineering,Gulbarga, Karnataka from 17th to 18th August 2012.
8. Participated in the workshop on Information Security Awareness at the Dept. of Library andInformation Science, University of Kerala on 1st December 2012.
Dr. B. Mini Devi
1. Presented the paper entitled ‘Herzhberg’s Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivators on Librarians’ at theNational Conference on Empowering Libraries for Life Long Learning Skills: Excellence, creativityand challenges 17-18 August, 2012 at Gulbarga, Karnataka.
2. Presented a paper on the ‘Role of Documentation in Heritage Conservation’ in the HeritageCamp/Seminars – 2012 from 2012 November 20-22 by the Kerala State Archives Department atThiruvananthapuram.
3. Participated in the Workshop on KOHA organized by the Department of Library & InformationScience, University of Kerala from 28-29 January 2012.
4. Participated in the Workshop on “Information Security Awareness” organized by Department ofElectronics and Information Technology (DeitY), Govt. of India, Kerala Library Association (KLA)and the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Hyderabad, on 1st December2012 in Thiruvananthapuram.
5. Participated in the UGC sponsored Refresher Course in Library Science conducted by the UGC –Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Kariavattom from 16.5.2012 to 5.6.2012 and obtainedGrade A.
6. Served as Resource Person and delivered a talk on “Cloud Computing in Academic Libraries tobridge Digital Divide”, in the two day Seminar on “Bridging the Digital Divide in India: Developmentof Information Technology and Role of Libraries” held at Newman College, Thodupuzha, Keralaon November 29 & 30, 2012.
Workshops and Other Programmes Organized/Co-ordinated
Vijayakumar K. P.
1. Jointly with Mahatma Gandhi University and Kerala State Council for Science Technology andEnvironment organized three day National Workshop on Science Literacy and Scholarly Writing atM. G. University in January 2012.
2. Served as Co-ordinator of the Refresher Course in Library and Information Science conducted byAcademic Staff College, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram from 16 May – 5 June 2012.
Dr. A. Gopikuttan
1. Organized and participated a two day Workshop on KOHA organized by the Dept. of Library andInformation Science, University of Kerala, from January 28-29, 2012..
2 Organized and participated in the National Workshop on E- Grandhalaya jointly organized by theKerala Library Association and NIC, New Delhi from 11-13 September 2012.
3. Organized and participated in the Workshop on Information Security Awareness jointly organizedby Kerala Library Association and C-DAC, Hyderabad on 1st December 2012.
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Positions held by Faculty Members
Dr. Vijayakumar K. P.
1. Served as member of Board of Studies in Library and Information Science of University of Kerala,Calicut University and Kannur University.
2. Served as Chairman of Doctoral Committee in Library and Information Science, University ofKerala
3. Served as Subject Expert and member of the Doctoral Committee in Social Sciences, MahatmaGandhi University, Kottayam
4. Served as Member of Academic Council, University of Kerala
5. Continued as Hon. Director, Centre for Information Literacy Studies, University of Kerala
6. Served as Examiner of Calicut University, Mahatma Gandhi University and Kannur University.
7. Served as Member of various Academic Committees of Kerala State Library Council, Govt. ofKerala
8. Serving as Editor of the Journal of Information Science and Technology (JIST) brought out byDept. of Library and Information Science.
9. Functioning as member of the Academic Committee of Kerala State Library Council.
10. Serves as Library Advisor, Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute, Palode,Thiruvananthapuram.
Shri. M. Varghese
1. Member of the Editorial Advisory Board of the Kelpro Bulletin
2. Member of the Board of Studies in Library and Information Science, University of Kerala
3. Member, Board of Question Paper Setters / Examiners, in the University of Madras, University ofCalicut, and the Government of Kerala
Dr. A. Gopikuttan
1 Functioning as the Director of School of Communication and Library Science
2 Functioning as the Hon. Director, UIT, University of Kerala
3 Serving as member of the Senate, University of Kerala
4 Serving as member of the Academic Council, University of Kerala
5 Served as Chairman, Board of Studies in Library and Information Science, and member of Facultyof Arts, University of Kerala
6 Served as member Board of Studies in LIS, Madras University and Calicut University.
7. Served as board of examiners in Calicut University, MG University, Kottayam.
8. Served as chairman of Technical expert committee, member of the advisory committee and thebook selection committee of Trivandrum Public library.
9. Served as Nodal officer of the anti ragging cell of the University of Kerala
10. Serving as a member of the Academic Committee of the CSS, University of Kerala.
Dr. Humayoon Kabir S.
1. Served as a member, Board of Studies, University of Kerala, Madurai Kamaraj University andDravidian University, Kuppam.
2. Served a s a member of the Board of Examiners in the University of Calicut, Mahatma GandhiUniversity (Kottayam) and University of Mysore.
3. Served as a member of the advisory committee of the State Central Library, Trivandrum.
4. Served as a resource person at the Academic Staff College, Gujarat University, Ahmadabad from9th to 11th January 2012.
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5. Served as a resource person at the CPDHE, University of Delhi from 13th to 14th July 2012.
6. Served as an expert member in the selection committee for college librarian in a college affiliatedto the University of Kerala.
7. Served as a member of the Editorial Board of Journal of Knowledge and CommunicationManagement. Print ISSN 2277-7935, Online ISSN 2277-7946
8. Serving as Editor, KELPRO Bulletin ISSN 0975-4911
9. Served as a member of the editorial advisory board of
i. International Research Journal of Library and Information Science (Electronic Journal)ISSN 2249 -0213
ii. Journal of Library Advancements, ISSN 21249-3956
iii. Indian Journal of Library, Information and Society (Orissa), ISSN 0971-4286
Extension Activities of Faculty Members
Vijayakumar K. P.
1. Gave guest lectures at the Department of Library and Information Science, Kannur University.
2. Conducted the Quiz programme organized by P. N. Panicker Foundation, Trivandrum in connectionwith the Reading Week on 19 June 2012.
3. Served as Quiz master for the All Kerala Reading Competition for high school students organizedby the Kerala State Library Council at Kottayam.
Dr. A. Gopikuttan
1. Serving as the President of Kerala Library Association.
2. Serving as the treasurer of Alumni association of the Department of Library and informationScience, University of Kerala.
3. Supervising the modernization activities of libraries undertaken by Kerala Library Association.
DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
NET/JRF/Ph.D - 4 students qualified for NET2 students awarded for Ph.D
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Extra Curricular activities
1. Organized Three Day National Workshop on "Thesis Writing Skills" in association with the ChristUniversity, Bangalore at the Nodal Office, Christ University, Thiruvananthapuram on 11th, 12thand 13th of January 2012.
2. Organized Two Day Workshop for the Comprehensive revision of syllabus of MA Degree inPhilosophy in affiliated colleges by the Department of Philosophy, University of Kerala on 16thand 17th August, 2012.
3. Conducted the IDE Contact Classes for First and Second MA Philosophy students.
4. Conducted Departmental Seminars on third Saturday of every month.
5. Two Open Defence Viva Voce of Ph.D thesis successfully conducted by the Department.
6. Celebrated International Philosophy Day by organizing Two Day Seminar in the Department andpresented papers by all the students of the Department in five sessions on 16th and 17th of November,2012.
Dr. Beena Isaac
Current Positions
• Chairman, Board of Studies in Philosophy (PG), University of Kerala.
• Member, Board of Studies in Philosophy (Pass), University of Kerala
• Member, Faculty of Arts, University of Kerala
• Member, Academic Council, University of Kerala
• Member, Kerala University Women's Forum, University of Kerala
1. Organized Three Day National Workshop on "Thesis Writing Skills" in association with the ChristUniversity, Bangalore at the Nodal Office, Christ University, Thiruvananthapuram on 11 th, 12thand 13th of January 2012.
2. Organized Two Day Workshop for the Comprehensive revision of syllabus of MA Degree inPhilosophy in affiliated colleges by the Department of Philosophy, University of Kerala on 16thand 17th August, 2012.
Important Events
1. Served as a Resource Person to the UGC Refresher Course on Environmental Studies (MultiDisciplinary Course) organized by the Academic Staff College, University of Kerala on 8th February,2012.
2. Chaired a Session in the One Day Seminar on "Connecting Girls Inspiring Futures" in connectionwith the International Women's Day at Senate Chamber, University of Kerala on 8th March 2012.
3. Delivered the felicitation talk in the National Seminar on "Post Modern Trends in Philosophy at theDepartment of Philosophy, University College, Thiruvananthapuram sponsored by Government ofKerala on 23rd March 2012.
4. Served as a member in the Curriculum Designing for the Certificate Course in "Yoga Therapy" atCentre for Adult Continuing Education and Extension, University of Kerala, on 12th May 2012.
5. Served as an Expert Member in the Doctoral Committee for Ph.D Programme in Philosophy atKannur University on 22nd March 2012.
Participation in Conferences / Seminars etc.
1. Participated in the National Seminar on "Higher Education - 2.0, Illumine the Future" organized bythe Kerala Higher Education Council on 4th and 5th June, 2012, at Thiruvananthapuram.
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2. Participated in the "Acquire Scholarship Camp" and deliver a talk on "Philosophy of Social Sciences"at University of Kerala on 23rd July, 2012.
3. Participated in the national Workshop on "Competencies of Educational Leaders" organized byChrist University, Thiruvananthapuram on 27th and 28th July, 2012.
4. Participated in the Workshop on "Academic Programmes of CSS organized by Kerala UniversityTeachers Association on 17th November, 2012.
Other noteworthy events
Co-ordinated three days study tour from the Department to Vayanadu and Ooty on 1 st, 2nd and3rd December, 2012.
Head of the Department : Dr. Latha Thampi HoD in-charge
1. 15. to 17. March 2012 : Participation of research scholars in the International Seminar on Indo-Russian Relations held at Awadesh Pratap Suingh University, Rewa, Madhya Pradesh
2. Ms. Priya Krishnan presented a paper : "An Analytical Study of the Important Female Charactersof the Novel War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy"
3. Mr. Pushparaj N.V. presented a paper: "An Appreciation of the Main Characters of the NovelKaramazov Brothers and Ordestinte Kadha ( A Story of a Village )"
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF ARCHAEOLOGY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308053
Reader and Head Dr. Ajit Kumar
Designation Male Female Total
Professor - - -
Associate Professor 1 - 1
Assistant professor 2 - 2
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Course Male Female Total
PG Course 6 11 17
M. Phil. - - -
Ph. D. 2 5 7
Number of Research Students 7
Dr. Ajit Kumar, Associate Professor and Head
Extra Curricular Activities:
Consequent to gaining permission from the Archaeological Survey, conducted and directed theExcavations at Vilinjam
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Had been on study tour of monuments with students to Hydrabad, Najarjunakonda, Chennai andMahabalipuram from 1st Jan 2012 - 6th Jan 2012.
Dr. Rajesh S. V., Assistant Professor
Title of the Thesis: A Comprehensive Study of the Regional Chalco lithic Cultures of Gujarat Ph.D.Degree Awarded on 06-05-2012 by The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda.
Fellowship
Saraiya Global Heritage Fund Post Doctoral Fellowship (July 1, 2012 to November 5, 2012)
Field Research
Participated in the Excavation at Shikarpur (Harappan site), Kutch, Gujarat (132012 to 20-02-2012)
Abhayan.G.S, Asst. Professor
Participated in the Archaeological Excavation at Marayur (Megalithic site), Idukki Dist. Kerala(2nd-14th March 2012)
Participation in Conferences/Seminar etc.:
National
Dr. Ajit Kumar
Attended the 2 day, 22nd Annual conference of the South Indian Numismatic Society hosted byThe Archaeological Survey of India, Trichur Circle, at Trivandrum as part of the 150th year celebrationof ASI on 21st and 22nd Jan and presented a paper 'Two coins from Vilinam Excavations'
Attended the 1st Inter-Congress. held at Bhopal under auspices of SOSAA and Department ofCulture. Government of Madhya Pradesh at Bhopal from March 11th -19th 2012 and presented apaper- 'A Stylo-chrono Evaluation of Barhut and Sanchi Sculptures'
Attended the National conference of IAS, ISPQS and IHCS held by the Department of Archaeologyand Ancient History, M. S. University Baroda in Nov 22-24 2012 and Presented a paper entitled'Emerging evidence from the so-called dark ages in Kerala'.
Dr. Rajesh S. V
Presented a paper (jointly with V. Mushrif- Tripathy, P. Ajithprasad, M. Madella, C. Lancelotti, B.Rondelli, C. S. Gadekar, A. 1. Balbo, J. J. Garcia-Granero-Fos and Jorje) entitled OsteologicalAnalysis of the Skeletal finding from Vaharvo Timbo in the National Seminar of lAS, ISPQS andIHCS on Archaeology and Cultural Diversity jointly organized by Department of Archaeology andAncient History, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda and Archaeological Survey ofIndia, Vadodara Circle at Vadodara from 22nd-24th November 2012.
Presented a paper (jointly with K. Krishnan and P. Ajithprasad) entitled Evaluating the AnartaTradition in the Light of Material Culture from Loteshwar and Other Sites in Gujarat, WesternIndia in the National Seminar of lAS, ISPQS and IHCS on Archaeology and Cultural Diversityjointly organized by Department of Archaeology and Ancient History, The Maharaja SayajiraoUniversity of Baroda and Archaeological Survey of India, Vadodara Circle at Vadodara from 22ndto 24th November 2012.
Presented a paper (Poster) entitled Applications of Global Positioning System, Total Station, GroundPenetrating Radar and Geographic Information System in Archaeology: Examples from Gujarat,Western India in the Regional Science Congress on Science for Shaping the Future of India jointlyorganized by the M. S. University of Baroda and Indian Science Congress Association (BarodaChapter) at Vadodara' from 15-16 September, 2012.
Presented a paper (Jointly with K. Krishnan and Andrea L. Balbo) entitled Chronological Synopsisof Chalcolithic Gujarat: Indications from Chronometric and Relative Dates of Excavated Sites, inthe ICHR Sponsored International Seminar on Harappan Sites in Western India (Gujarat) organized
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by the Department of Archaeology, Deccan College Deemed University, Pune at Pune from 22nd- 24th March, 2012.
Shri. Abhayan G. S
Presented a paper (jointly with Nikhil Das, P. P. Joglekar, R. K. Mohanty, Midhun C.Sekhar,Cyriac Jose, Sivaprasad and Vinu Paul) entitled Excavations in Marayoor Village, Idukki district,Kerala (2011-2012): Preliminary Findings in the National Seminar of lAS, ISPQS and IHCS onArchaeology and Cultural Diversity jointly organized by Department of Archaeology and AncientHistory, The Maharaj a Sayajirao University of Baroda and Archaeological Survey of India,Vadodara Circle at Vadodara from 22nd-24th November 2012.
Presented a paper (jointly with Jayshree Mungur and P. P. Joglekar) entitled A Faunal Study on theOsteological Remains from Kottappurarn Excavation, Kerala in the National Seminar of lAS,ISPQS and IHCS on Archaeology and Cultural Diversity jointly organized by Department ofArchaeology and Ancient History, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda and ArchaeologicalSurvey of India, Vadodara Circle at Vadodara from 22nd-24th November 2012.
Presented a paper (Jointly with P. P. Joglekar) entitled A Preliminary Faunal Report of Excavationsat Khirsara, Katcch, Gujarat , in the ICHR Sponsored International Seminar on Harappan Sites inWestern India (Gujarat) organized by the Department of Archaeology, Deccan College DeemedUniversity, Pune at Pune from 22nd - 24th March, 2012.
International conferences
Dr. Ajit Kumar
Attended the 4th International Congress of Society of South Asian Archaeology (SOSAA), heldon April 15th - 17th, 2012 at the Archaeological Sciences Research Center at the University ofSistan and Baluchestan, Iran and presented a paper "International Maritime Trade: New Evidencefrom Vilinjam, Kerala".
Attended the SAARC International Conference on Archaeology of Buddhism Recent Discoveriesin South Asia held at Buddhist Cultural Centre Auditorium Colombo from 22-24 Aug 2012 andpresented a paper 'Sculptural Styles as Parameter for Deriving a Chronological Index for BuddhistCaves in Western Maharashtra (c.1 st BC - c. 3 rd AD)' ..
Attended the International Conference on Rock Art held by the Indira Gandhi National Center forthe Arts New Delhi held from Dec 6th -13th 2012 and presented a paper entitled 'Appraisal ofRock-art in Kerala'.
Dr. Rajesh. S. V
Presented a Paper (jointly with B. Chase, P. Ajithprasad, A. Patel and B. Sharma) entitled ExploringHarappan Diversity: Material Variation in the Borderlands of Gujarat in the 2151 BiannualInternational Conference of the EASAA conducted at Paris from 2-6 July, 2012.
Presented a Paper (jointly with M. Madella, P. Ajithprasad, A.L. Balbo, F. C. Conesa, C. Gadekar,J. J. Garcia Granero, e. Lancelotti, J.L. Mateos and B. Rondelli) entitled Recent excavations inNorth Gujarat: the NoGAP project 2009, 2010 and 2011 field seasons, in the 21st BiannualInternational Conference of the EASAA conducted at Paris from 2-6 July, 2012.
International Workshop
Participated in the Cultural Heritage Institute Workshop Pakistan-India-2012 organized by AmericanInstitute of Pakistan Studies with funding from the US Embassy, Islamabad, in collaboration withthe American Institute of Indian Studies, the Council for American Overseas Research Centres -Washington DC, the Smithsonian Institution, Museum of Natural History - Washington DC and theDepartment of Anthropology, University of Wisconsin - Madison from July 18 to August 16, 2012at Washington DC and Wisconsin-Madison.
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Research Projects
Working as a Team Member in the IMF-CSIC, Spain and M. S. University, Baroda collaborativeproject titled "North Gujarat Archaeological Project (NoGAP)".
Dr. Ajit Kumar
Invited Lectures
Was invited by Department of Ancient History and Archaeology, University of Madras, Chennai todeliver the Prof. K. A. Nilakanta Sastri commemorative endowment Lectureship -2011-12. ThisLecture was delivered on 27th Jan 2012
Dr. Ajit Kumar
Articles and Book Published.
Article
An Article entitled Gaja-Lakshmi images from Hinayana Buddhist Caves of Westem Maharashtrawas published in KALA the journal of Indian Art History Congress. Guwahati Vol. XVIII
Book
An edited book entitled Harappan Culture: Problems and Issues was brought out by New BharatiyaBook Corporation, New Delhi ISBN 81-8315-201-5
Dr. Rajesh. S. V
Articles Published
Madella, M, P. Ajithprasad, A. Balbo, C. Lancelotti, B. Rondelli, F. Cecilia, G. Fiorentino, S. V.Rajesh, C. S. Gadekar, N. Garcia, V. Yannitto, D. Rodriguez, J. 1. Mateos, J. Ruiz and J. J. Garcia-Granero-Fos. 2012. La Campafia de Excavacion 2010 del Proyecto NoGAP: MetodologiaInterdisciplinar Para el Estudio de Contextos Socio- Ecologicos en el Holoceno. Informes y trabajos7: Excavaciones en el exterior 2010. Ministerio De Education Cultura y Deporte, Spain: 110-117.
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM
Phone No. 0471-2308309
Head of the Department: Dr. M. K. Saralamma (Rtd.) Till March 31, 2012 Dr. Prasad A. K. w.e.f. April 1, 2012
Designation Male Female Total
Professor
Reader 1 1 2
Lecturer
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Courses Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course MA 16 25 41
M.Phil. 2 3 5
Ph.D. 8 17 25
No. of Research Students: 25
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Extra Curricular Activities
The World Environment Day was observed at the Department on June 5, 2012. The staff andstudents actively participated in cleaning the premise of the Department. On June 20, 2012 theDepartment conducted another programme also for campus cleaning.
Other Noteworthy Events
The Department organized a special lecture on "Teaching of Economics" by Visakha Varma onMarch 28,2012 and another special lecture on " Current Transformative Shift from Quantity toQuality" by Jabamalai Vinanchiarachi, a renowned economist and the former Principal Adviser tothe Director General, UNIDO on October 12,2012 . On February 14,2012 a National Seminar on"Inclusive Growth in India: Progress and Challenges" was conducted by the Department on theKariavattom Campus. The Department also organized a Workshop on "Research Methodology"from 23/05/2012 to 28/05/2012 and Prof. V.R. Pillai Memorial Fest "Prodigy 2012", (competitionfor seminar paper presentation, essay writing and quiz) on November 16, 2012. During 2012, eightPG students of the Department cleared the National Eligibility Test for Junior Research Fellowshipconducted by University Grants Commission.
Dr. Prasad A. K. Associate Professor
Participation in Conferences, Seminars etc.
1. Participated in the National Seminar on "The Draft Approach Paper of Twelth Five Year Plan"organized and conducted by Swadeshi Jagaran Manch on January 21,20 I 2 at Thiruvananthapuram.
2. Participated in the National Seminar on "Inclusive Growth in India: Progress and Challenges"organized and conducted by the Department of Economics, University of Kerala on February14,2012 on the Kariavattom Campus, Thiruvananthapuram.
3. Participated in the Workshop on "Research Methodology" organized by the Department ofEconomics, University of KeraIa from 23/05/2012 to 28/05/2012 on the Kariavattom Campus,Thiruvananthapuram.
4. Presented a paper on "Poverty among the Marginalized Sections in Kerala: A Study with SpecialFocus on Marine Fisher Folk" on September 20,2012 in the National Seminar on "Inclusive Growthand Indian Economy: Twenty Years of Liberalisation" organized by the Department of Economics,Bishop Moor College, Mavelikkara in collaboration with the Department of Economics, Universityof Kerala on September 19&20,2012 at Mavelikkara.
Other Noteworthy Events
1. Member, P. G. Board of Studies (economics), University of Kerala
2. Organized a special lecture on "Teaching of Economics" by Visakha Varma, at the Department onthe Kariavattom Campus on March 28, 2012.
3. Organised a Workshop on "Research Methodology" at the Department on the Kariavattom campusfrom 23/05/2012 to 28/05/2012.
4. Organised Prof. V.R. Pillai Memorial Fest "Prodigy 2012", (competition for seminar paperpresentation, essay writing and quiz) at the Department on November 16, 2012.
5. Organised a special lecture on "Current Transformative Shift from Quantity to Quality" by JabamaIaiVinanchiarachi, a renowned economist and the former Principal Adviser to the Director General,UNIDO at he Department on the Kariavattom Campus on October 12,2012.
Dr. Manju S. Nair
Associate Professor
Articles Published
1. Civil Society and the state: Strategic Association for Social Development in the Globalized Era inISDA Journal Vol. 22 Nos 1 and 2 , Jan-March and April-June 2012 .
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Papers presented in Seminars/Conferences
1 Analysis of Data' in the Workshop on Research Methodology organized by Department ofEconomics, NSS College for Women, Neeramankara on 13th January 2012
2 ‘Probing Economic Crisis: A theoretical review' in the National Seminar on Changing Phases ofGlobal Macro Management : Issues and Options for India organized by Government CollegeAttingal during February 24th and 25th 2012.
3 'Recent Trends in Macro Economics', invited lecture at S.N. College for Women on 28th February,2012.
4 'Economic Efficiency vis-a-vis Financial Inclusion: The case of Scheduled Commercial Banks inIndia' in the 48th Annual Conference of the Indian Econometric Society organized by CentralUniversity, Pondicherry during 1 st to 3rd March, 2012.
5 Methodology of Research in Economics', invited talk at S.N.College for Men on March 16th,2012.
6 'Understanding Modern Macro Economics', invited talk at St. Michael's College Cherthalai, onMarch 19th, 2012.
7 ‘Econometrics - the Methodology’ talk for the Refresher course in Economics at Academic StaffCollege, Trivandrum on March 21 st, 2012.
8 ‘Discrimination against disabled Women : India Kerala comparison’ paper presented in the NationalConference on 'Women and Development' organized by the Centre for Women's Studies, MangaloreUniversity on March 22nd, 2013.
9 Panelist in the Kerala State Budget discussion organized by P.N. Panicker Foundation, Trivandrumon April 4th 2012.
10 'Impact of Decentralisation on the Health care sector in Kerala' paper presented in the NationalSeminar on 'Kerala economy in Transition: Challenges in Governance' organized by C. AchuthaMenon Study Centre on 27 July, 2013.
11 'Reforms and Inclusive Growth: Critical Reflections' in the National Seminar on 'Inclusive Growthand Indian Economy: 20 years of liberalisation' organized by Bishop Moore College, Mavelikkaraduring September 19th and 20th 2012.
12 'Neo-Liberal Growth Models : Critical Reflections' in the National Seminar on Globalisation,Development and Civil Society' organized by the Department of Political Science, University ofKerala during September 27th and 28th 2012.
13 'Econometric Modeling of Inflation in India' in the National Conference on recent inflationarytrend and its impact on economic growth of India on 7th and 8th December, 2012.
Ph.D produced
1 Agrarian Crisis in Kerala : Causes and Consequences with special reference to Selected CashCrops.
Other achievements
1 Attended the Acquire Scholarship Programme of University of Kerala as Mentor during 22nd to24th July, 2012.
2 Resource Person in the three day workshop in Restructuring Curriculum of the Post GraduateProgramme in Economics of M.G. University on 9th, 10th and 11th January 2012.
3 Expert Member of the committee on Agricultural Cost Determination constituted by the WTO cell,Government of Kerala.
4 Received The K.N. Raj Fellowship from Centre for Development Studies, Trivandrum.
5 Expert Member of Research Committee of Indian Institute of Space Technology, Trivandrum.
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DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308839
Head of the Department : Dr. Suresh Jnaneswaran
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 1 - 1
Reader - - -
Lecturer 1 - 1
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Courses Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course 15 26 41
M. Phil. 1 5 6
Ph. D. 9 6 15
Number of Research Students : 15
Extra curricular activities
‘Reseachers tract - Research Scholar’s forum. “History forum” - Students Forum
Publication
Publishing two reputed Journals - ‘Journal of Indian History’ and ‘Journal of Kerala Studies’,Journal of Indian History is in the Ninetieth year of its publication.
Performance Report
1. Engaged classes for First and second M A, for relevant semesters - Historical Methodology,Historiography and Kerala History
2. Engaged M Phil classes and supervised preparation and completion of M Phil dissertations.
3. Supervised Ten Ph.D. scholars in Research work and Field Studies.
4. Provided consultation for Research scholars from other Universities.
5. Functioned as Chairman, Board of Studies in History (PG), University of Kerala and gave leadershipto a comprehensive syllabus revision initiative for Post-Graduate and M.Phil. Courses
6. Member, Post -Graduate Board of Studies, Mahatma Gandhi University.
7. Kerala University Co ordinator of the Acquire Social-Science Programme
8. Organised three day Acquire Camp of the Kerala University.
9. Was Resource Person \ Moderator for Orientation Courses conducted by The Academic StaffCollege, UGC, University of Kerala.
10. Resource Person of the Academic Staff College, Madurai Kamaraj University, BharathidasanUniversity, etc.
11. Invited to The International Seminar on Historiographical Engagements in India: A Symposium inhonour of Prof. R S Sharma, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.
Presented paper on 'Challenges to Revising University Syllabus in History: The Kerala Context' on27,28,29 January 2012.
12. Presented paper as Resource person on 'History and Theory' at the ASC, UGC, University ofKerala at a Refresher Course on 02 February 2012.
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13. Presented a paper as Resource person on 'History and Social-Sciences: An InterdisciplinaryPerspective' at ASC, Bharatidasan University on 04 February 2012.
14. Delivered Keynote address at the Bar Council Auditorium, Emakulam on the invitation of theIndian Socialist Lawyers Organization on 'Introspecting the Implications of T.P Chandrasekharan'smurder on the Left and Progressive Forces' on 11 July 2012.
15. Presided over a session of the ICHR, National Seminar on the Role of South India in the FreedomMovement - 1750-1947: Review of New Findings and New Interpretations, Bharatidasen University,Thrichy.
16. Presented a Paper on 'The August Revolt and South India: Negotiating for Historical Space',ICHR seminar at Tiruchirappali - 23, 24, 25 March 2012.
17. Inaugurated UOC National Seminar on 14 September 2012 at Loyola College of Social- Scienceson 'Social work Praxis in Communities: Healthy Practices and Knowledge management'.
18. Presided over sessions of many national Seminars/Discussions, symposiums held at in the Social-Science Faculties.
19. Currently Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences
Dr. V. Sathish, Associate Professor
Publication of Book
Edited the book entitled, "Mahatma Ayyankali' Interface of an Era of Social Resurgence andResistance' , (2012), with -ISBN-978-81-923425-0-4 published by Mahatma Ayyankali Chair,Department of History, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Publication of Articles
Article entitled, "Right-to Life and Personal Liberty: New Horizons' is submitted for publishing inthe Journal of Indian History, Volume 90 (2011) which is yet to be published.
National Seminars/Conferences
Participated Dr. K K Kusuman commemoration Lecture and National Seminar, held by Departmentof History, University of Kerala on 18th March 2012.
IV Subject Expert of university of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram for Selection of AssistantProfessor
Discharged service as subject Expert of university of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram for the selectionof Assistant Professors in the discipline of History, in contemplation with the Colleges, stated thus:
i. Christian College, Kattakkada, Thiruvananthapuram on 20th April 2012.
ii. St. Michael's College, Cherthalai, Alappuzha on 28th July 2012.
iii. St. Xavier's College, Thumba, Thiruvananthapuram on 31st July 2012.
Member of Board of Examiners in other Universities
Extended service as member of the Board of examiners in History for the preliminary QualifyingExamination of Ph. D. in the University of Calicut, Thenjipalam, Malappuram district in 2012
Post Graduate Board of Studies
Have been rendering service as Member, Post Graduate Board of Studies, University of Kerala,Thiruvananthapuram since the Academic year 2009-2010.
Supervision of Ph. D and M. Phil Scholars
i. Have been supervising the research leading to Ph. D of Scholars, amount to four, in number,comprising three full-time and one part-time.
ii. Supervised the Dissertation of two M.Phil Scholars of 2011-12 Academic batch of Department ofHistory, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram who have submitted the same in the respectiveUniversity in December 2012.
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iii. Guided / Supervised the Dissertation of Sixteen students of the Post Graduate course (2010-12Academic Batch) of the stipulated Department in 2012, apart from rendering routine academicservice.
Evaluation of Ph. D Thesis
Discharged service as examiner for the evaluation of Ph. D Thesis, in the discipline of History,coming under the ambit of Social Science, submitted in the university of Manonmaniam SundaranarUniversity, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu and correspondingly facilitated the Report in August 2012.
DEPARTMENT OF ISLAMIC STUDIES
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2307115
Head of the Department : Shri. Ampotti A. K. (Lecturer)
FACULTY
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 1 - 1
Reader - - -
Lecturer 2 - 2
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Course Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course 2 12 14
M. Phil. 3 1 4
Ph. D. 8 1 9
Number of Research Students : 9
Other noteworthy events
Organised a Visiting Faculty Lecture Series on six various topics at the Department of IslamicStudies, University of Kerala, Kariavattom, held on 19-21 April, 2012.
NET/JRF/Ph.D
Smt. Shajila Beevi was awarded Ph.D in Islamic History
Participation of Teachers in Various Seminars/Conferences
A.K. Ampotti, Asst. Professor& Head, Dept. Of Islamic Studies,
1. Presented a paper titled ‘On the Relevance of Hadith’, at the international seminar on ‘TheLanguage, Philosophy and Teachings of Hadith’, organized by the Department of Arabic, Universityof Kerala, from 14-18 February 2012.
2. Awarded Certificate of Appreciation for the excellent services offered to the 4 day residentialtraining Programme, organized at the University of Kerala, in connection with INCULCATE,2011-12, the Science Propagation Programme of Government of Kerala, held from February 17-20, 2012.
3. Presented a paper entitled ‘Muslim Renaissance in Kerala’ in the commemoration lecture andnational seminar held in honour of Dr. K.K. Kusuman at the Department of History, University ofKerala, on 18 March 2012.
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4. Resource person in the national seminar on ‘Human Rights in Islam’, organized by the Departmentof Islamic History, University College, Trivandrum and sponsored by the Director of CollegiateEducation, Government of Kerala, held on 22 March 2012.
5. Presented a paper on ‘Empowerment of Muslim Women in Kerala: Challenges and Prospects’ inthe 3 day national seminar on ‘Achievements in Women Empowerment in India; what have weachieved and what remains?’, organized by the Department of Sociology, University of Kerala,from March 28-30, 2012.
6. Gave a speech in the three-day awareness camp organized by the Forum of Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Organization, Kerala held at Neyyar Dam on 16 April 2012.
7. Presented a paper on empowerment of Muslim Women in Kerala, in the 17th Annual Conferenceand International seminar held at the Xavier Centre of Historical Research, Bardez Goa, Goa, on26-28 April 2012.
8. Published an article entitled ‘Mohammed Ali Jinna- As Ambassador of Hindu Muslim Unity’, in theReview of Social Sciences, Vol.XI, No.2, published by the Kerala Academy of Social Sciences.
9. Published an article ‘Sayyid Sanaullah Makthi Thangal- Pioneer Muslim Reformist’ in the book‘From the Fathoms to the Front: Lesser Known Facets of Social Reform in South India’, publishedin honour of Dr. T.K. Raveendran and Dr. K.K. Kusuman, by the Kerala Historical Society,Trivandrum and edited by Smt. P. Vasumathi Devi.
10. Appointed as NSS Programme Officer of the University of Kerala, Kariavattom, w.e.f 02-01-2012.
11. Presented a paper on ‘Socialistic Aspects of the Holy Quran’ in the two day National Seminar on‘Water Management and Sustainable Development’ organized by IMK, University of Kerala, andThe Kerala Academy of Social Sciences, Trivandrum in association with Kerala State Council forScience and Technology and Environment, Trivandrum on 21st Friday and 22nd Saturday December2012 at the IMK, Kariavattom Campus, University of Kerala.
Dr. S. Sharafudeen, Professor, Dept. Of Islamic Studies,
Seminars/Conferences
1. Delivered keynote address as Chief Guest on ‘Education and Human Values’ at the Inaugurationof Book club at National College, Manacaud, Trivandrum, on 14 February, 2012.
2. Delivered key note address on ‘Human Rights in Islam’ in the National Seminar organized by theDepartment of Islamic History, University College, Trivandrum on 22 March, 2012.
3. Presented introductory speech on ‘Kadakkal, Kallara, Pangode Riots- Its Nature and Impact’ inthe seminar organized by the EMS Memorial Library & Research Centre, Kadakkal on 23 March,2012.
4. Delivered speech on ‘EMS Namboodirippad: As a Thinker and Administrator’ in a seminar organizedby the EMS Study Centre & Library, Nilamel on 1 April, 2012.
5. Presented a paper on ‘ Kerala Society and the Evolution of Caste System’ in a three day awarenesscamp organized by the Forum for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe organization, Kerala held atNeyyar Dam on 16 April, 2012.
6. Gave a felicitation on ‘Abusement of Drugs’ held in connection with the international Day AgainstDrug abuse and illicit traficking by the Kerala Anti-Drug Abusement Samithi’ held at VJT Hall,Trivandrum on 26 June, 2012.
7. Presented Introductory speech on ‘Right to Service Act & Democracy’ in the seminar organizedby the Centre for Information and Media Studies, held at Press Club Hall, Trivandrum on 29October, 2012.
8. Delivered introductory remarks on ‘Vakkom Abdul Khader- A Thinker & Rebel’, seminar organizedby the Progressive Literary Forum held at Edava on 17 November, 2012.
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Debate/Discussions
Participated on a Tele-broadcasting programme on BIG NEWS in Reporter Channel on 30 January,2012.
Publications
1. Published an article ‘Arab Vasanthathinte Bhoothavum Varthamanavum’ in Kalakaumudi (Weekly),Trivandrum, Issue No. 1898, 22 January, 2012.
2. Published an article ‘Islamika Dharshanam: Sameebhanavum Yadharthyavum’, Bharatheeyam(Monthly), Issue No. I Vol. 3, PP 13-15, Trivandrum, April 2012.
3. Published an article ‘Vakkom Maulavi: A Pioneer Reformer of Kerala’ From the Fathoms to theFront: Lesser Known Facets of Social Reform in South India, PP 217-226, P Vasumathy Devi(ed.), Kerala Historical Society, Trivandrum, May, 2012.
4. Published an article ‘The Contributions of Muslims to Kerala Culture and Heritage’, Introductionto Kerala Studies, Vol. I, PP 393-406, Antony Palackal and Sunny Luke (ed.), International Institutefor Scientific and Academic Collaboration, Inc: New Jersy, USA, 2012.
Asharaf A., Asst. ProfessorDept. Of Islamic Studies,
Seminars/Conferences
1. Presented a paper on Political Trajectory of Kerala Muslims: From Constructive Populism toElitism in national seminar held at K.R. Narayana Centre for Dalit Studies and Social Inclusion,Jama Millia Islamiyya, New Delhi on 13, 14 January 2012.
2. Presented a paper on Egypt: The January 25th Revolution in a national seminar on ‘The ArabSpring: Perspectives of the Popular Uprisings in the Arab World’, organized by the Department ofArabic, University College, Trivandrum on 27 March 2012.
3. Delivered a special lecture on The Prospects of Islamic History in Indian Academia at theDepartment of Islamic History, Maharajas College, Ernakulam on 26 September 2012.
4. Delivered keynote address in educational meet organized by the Ilfatul Islam Sabha, Mathilakam,Thrissur on 1 January 2012 as part of the golden jubilee celebration of the Sabha.
5. Delivered a special lecture on The Arab Spring and the Future of the Arab World in a conferenceorganized by Seethi Sahib Patanavedi, Nadapuram, Kozhikkode on 8 January 2012.
6. Delivered keynote address in the academic session of the state conference of Kerala ArabicMunshees Association (KAMA) held on 23 February 2012 at Trivandrum.
7. Participated as a resource person in a workshop on Minority Welfare Programmes of the Central-State Governments, organized by the Institute of Management in Government Kerala (IMG),Kakkanad, Ernakulam on 24 March 2012.
8. Delivered introductory remarks on a book launch function at Press Club, Trivandrum, organized byOther Books, Calicut on 13 April 2012 .
9. Presented the theme-Quran and the Protection of the Environment in International EnvironmentDay Meet at the Press Club, organised by Unity For Social Development, Trivandrum on 5 June2012.
10. Participated as resource person in a workshop for the revisioning of PG Syllabus at the Departmentof Islamic History, Maharajas College, Enakulam on 6 April 2012.
11. Delivered keynote address in the annual literary meet of MSM College Literary Association,Kadakkal on 22 September 2012.
Publications
1. Published an article entitled From Dogmatic Framework to Liberal Discourse: The QuranicHermeneutics of Imam Ghazali in the Proceedings of International Seminar on the Language,
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Interpretation and Science of Quran, published in February 2012 by the Department of Arabic,University of Kerala.
2. Published article titled Understanding the Holy Quran- A Ghazalian Methodology in the Proceedingsof National Seminar on ‘Contemporary Significance of Imam Ghazali’ by the Department of Arabic,MSM College, Kayamkulam.
3. Published article titled ‘Imam Ghazali and the Exegesis of the Quran in Al Ghazali Special ofPrabodhanam 2012.
4. Published article titled The Future of Arab Spring’ in Middle East, Chandrika Qatar Annual Issue2012, published from Doha, Qatar.
5. Published article on ‘the Arab Spring’ in Al Misbah Souvenir 2012, published by Misbahul HudaArabic College, Pathanapuram.
6. Published article on ‘Kerala Politics and Social Justice in Prabodhanam weekly Vol. 68 issue 48,12 May 2012, published from Calicut.
7. Published article on Islam and the Arab Spring in Sathyadhara January 2012 Vol. 2 issue 6, publishedfrom Calicut.
Distinction/Honours
1. Selected as member in the Board of Studies, Islamic History, University of Kerala.
2. Selected as member in the Board of Studies, PG Board- Islamic History, Calicut University.
3. Selected as a member in the Judging Committee for PM Foundation Award for Outstanding Teachers2011-12, Cochin.
DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308307
Head of the Department : Dr. Shaji Varkey
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 1 - 1
Reader 2 - 2
Lecturer 2 - 2
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Course Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course 7 37 44
M. Phil. 4 1 5
Ph. D. (Full Time) 12 5 17
Ph. D. (Part Time) 20 18 38
Number of Research Students : 55
Dr. Shaji Varkey, Reader & Head
Number of Research Students 8
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Extra Curricular Activities
Shaji Varkey
Participation in Seminars / Presentation of Paper
1. Delivered a lecture on 'Environmental Theory at the National Seminar on Environment andDevelopment" NSS College. Panthalam January 25. 2012.
2. Delivered the key-note address on 'Changing Dynamics of Governance' at the "National Seminaron Governance' organized by Institute of Distance Education and Institute of Parliamentary Affairs.June 6. 2012. Kariavattom.
3. Delivered the key-note address on 'Democracy and Development" at the One-Day Seminar on"Role of Democracy in India's Development" organized by S.N. Trusts HSS. Cheriyanad. onNovember L 2012.
4. Delivered a lecture on Environment and Development at the One-Day Seminar on 'Environmentand Development" organized by Higher Secondary Teachers Association. Press ClubThiruvananthapuram. November 3. 2012.
5. Delivered a lecture on 'Kerala Renaissance: New Perspectives' organized by the Sree NarayanaInternational Study Centre. Held on December 4. 2012 at Botany Auditorium. Kariavattom.
6. Delivered a lecture on 'Perspectives on Gender and Development at the "'National Seminar onGender and Woman Empowerment" organized by S.N. College. Chengannur and National HumanRights Commission held on December 12, 2012.
Conduct of Seminars/Conference/Courses
1. Coordinated the Refresher Course on Human Rights held at the Academic Staff CollegeKariavattom. July 16- August 6.
2. Conducted a Two Day National Seminar on . Land Question in Kerala: Socio-Economic andEnvironmental Perspectives' August 3-4. 2012.
3. Conducted the Two Day: UGC-SAP Seminar on Globalization. Development and Civil SocietySeptember 27-28.2012.
International Visit
Visited Bangladesh during 16-21 October 2012 to attend the International Waterways Workshopheld in Dacca.
Publication
1. "Resource Conservation and Livelihood Strategies among Indigenes People: A Case Study ofWayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Kerala, India'" Journal of Parliamentary Studies VolA, Issue 2, July- December 2012 pp.30-49.
2. Globalisation Development and Governance (Ed.) Manak Publishers New Delhi (in Press).
Dr. Sajad Ibrahim Assistant Professor
No. of research student - 7
Publications
1. Published one Book Globalisation, Fundamentalism and Terrorism: Issues in South India (2012),Delhi: Abhjeet Publications.
2. Published on article: "The Prospects for Ecotourism in Kerala: A Review of Thenmala Project" inMerson. John. Rosie Cooney and Paul Brown (eds.) (2012), Conservation in a Crowded World:Case Studies from the Asia-Pacific (Sydney: UNSW Press)
National Seminar/Conference/ Workshop
1. Presented a paper on "'Kerala Model of Reservation Policy and its Impact on Muslim Community:a Case Study of Malappuram District'" in the National Seminar on Reservation for Muslims in
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India: A Step towards Inclusive Development organized by Centre for the Study of Social Exclusionand Inclusive Policy. Moulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad on March 19-20,2012.
2. Made a presentation on "'Status of Muslims in Kerala" in the National Workshop on State and theState of Minorities organized by the Centre for Advanced Study. Department of Political Science,Osmania University, Hyderabad. on March 5-6. 2012.
3. Presented a paper on "Maritime Threats of India: The Case of Terrorism" at the National Seminaron Maritime Security and India's Foreign Polky in the 21st Century: Emerging Issues and Concernorganized by the Chair for Maritime Studies and Research, University of Calicut on 9 February2012.
4. Delivered a lecture on "Data Collection and Sampling" as a resource person in the national workshopon Research Methods in Social Sciences organized by Department of Commerce and Institute ofManagement in Kerala, University of Kerala on 4 February 2012.
Coordination of Workshops/Surveys
1. Coordinated World Values Survey 2012 under the CSDS. New Delhi in October November 2012.
2. Coordinated National Seminar on "Peace and Conflict in South Asia: Nehru and Beyond" underthe UGC-Nebru Studies Centre, Department of Political Science. University of Kerala on March2-3, 2012.
Dr. Josukutty C. A., Assistant Professor
Number of Research Student - 5
Papers Published and accepted for publication
1. Paper on Concords and discords in Indo-Australian Relations: The Way Forward, by the proceedingsof National Seminar on Conflict and Peace in South Asia: Nebru and Beyond organized by theNehru Studies Centre. Dept. of Political Science. University of Kerala.
2. Paper on the Af-Pak Policy and the Emerging Scenario in Afghanistan: Security Implications forIndia, proceedings by the National Seminar on India's Security Policy: Shifting Paradigms & EmergingFrontiers of Cooperation by the Department of Politics and International Relations CentralUniversity, Pondicherry
3. Paper on the Growing Convergence Between India, Australia and the United States in the Asia-Pacific: Security Implications for India, by the proceedings of the National Seminar on MaritimeSecurity and India’s Foreign Policy in the 21" Century: Emerging issues and Concerns organizedby the Chair for Maritime Studies & Research, University of Calicut.
4. Published article in Kerala Kaumudi (Malayala WeekIy) titled, Made in Germany (on Indo-GermanRelations) on 4th March 2012.
Papers presented in seminars
1. Presented Paper on E-Literacy Programmes and the Right Development: The Kerala Context atthe National Seminar on Globalization. Development and Civil Society. at the UGCSAP NationalSeminar organized by the Dept. of Political Science. University of Kerala on September 27-28,2012.
2. Presented Paper on Defence Co-operation as a Factor in Indo-US Strategic Relationship: Rhetoricand Realty', in the All India American Studies Workshop organized by the UNESCO Chair forPeace. Malaviya Centre for Peace Research. Banaras Hindu University & Public Affairs Section.US Embassy. New Delhi at Banaras Hindu University on September 19-2-2012.
3. Presented Paper on Concords and discords in Indo-Australian Relations: The. Way Forward, atthe National Seminar on Conflict and Peace in South Asia: Nehru and Beyond organized by theNehru Studies Centre. Dept. of Political Science. University of Kerala on March 2-3, 2012.
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4. Presented a paper on the Af-Pak Policy and the Emerging Scenario in Afghanistan; Security
Implications for India, at the National Seminar on India's Security Policy: Shifting Paradigms &
Emerging Frontiers of Cooperation organized by the Department of Politics and International
Relations Central University Pondicherry on March 26-27.2012.
5. Presented a paper on the Growing Convergence Between India, Australia and the United States in
the Asia-Pacific: Security Implications for India, at the National Seminar on Maritime Security and
India's Foreign Policy in the 21st Century: Emerging Issues and Concerns organized by the Chair
for Maritime Studies &Research. University of Calicut on 8-9 February 2012.
Seminars attended
1. National Seminar on Globalization, Development and Civil Society. at the UGC-SAP National
Seminar organized by the Dept. of Political Science. University of Kerala on September 27-
28.2012.
2. All India American Studies Workshop organized by the UNESCO Chair for Peace, Malaviya
Centre for Peace Research. Banaras Hindu University & Public Affairs Section, US Embassy.
New Delhi at Banaras Hindu University on September 19-20, 2012.
3. National Seminar on Conflict and Peace in South Asia: Nehru and Beyond organized by the Nehru
Studies Centre. Dept. of Political Science, University of Kerala on March 2-3, 2012.
4. National Seminar on India's Security Policy: Shifting Paradigms & Emerging Frontiers of Cooperation
organized by the Department of Politics and International Relations Central University Pondicherry
on March 26-27.2012.
5. National Seminar on Maritime Security and India's Foreign Policy in the 21st Century: Emerging
Issues and Concerns organized by the Chair for Maritime Studies &Research. University of Calicut
on 8-9 February 2012.
Invited lectures
1. Talk on, "Practice of Parliamentary Democracy in India" seminar organized by the Parliamentary
Literacy Club at LMS HSS Vattpara. Venjaramodu on 14-11-2012
2. Talk on. Challenges of parliamentary Democracy in India. Seminar organized by Parliamentary
Literacy Club at Govt. HSS Ochira, Allepy on 15-11-2012
3. Talk on. Democracy and Social Justice. Seminar organized by Parliamentary Literacy Club at
Govt. HSS Mulakuzhy on 20 -11-2012
Projects
1. UGC to the Major Research Project (letter no.F.No.5-560/2009) (MRP) dated 30-12-2009 on the
topic "Bridging the Digital Divide in India through Human Rights to Development: Problems and
Prospects" during the period 2010-2012
2. Jana Maitri Police in Kerala: A study
3. A study on the public perceptions of Politicians in Kerala
DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308304
Head of the Department : Dr. Immanuel Thomas
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Designation Male Female Total
Professor 1 - 1
Reader 1 - 1
Lecturer 1 1 2
Strength of students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Courses Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course 4 28 32
M. Phil. 3 15 18
Ph. D. 7 15 22
Dr. Immanuel Thomas – Professor & Head
Number of Research Students : 8
Extra Curricular Activities :
A very brief report of the participation of Teachers in Conference /Seminars etc :
1. A talk on “Neuropsychology and psychotherapy” was delivered at the National TrainingSeminar on Counselling and Psychotherapy organized by Society of Psychologists for SocialAction (SPSA) during 23-25 January 2012 at Town Hall, Calicut.
2. Paper entitled “Predictors of Post Traumatic Growth in Couples with Infertility An ExploratoryStudy” authored by Japneet Ahulwalla, Sebastian Padickaparambil, Pratap K, Amar R andImmanuel Thomas was presented at the 38th National Annual Conference of the IndianAssociation of Clinical Psychologist (NACIACP) held at Pune during January 27-29, 2012.
3. Paper entitled (Cognitive correlates of sexual dysfunction in men “authored by SebastianPadickapparambil and Immanuel Thomas, presented at XXX International Congress of Psychologyheld at Cape Town, South Africa, during July 22-27, 2012.
4. Conducted a two-day UGC Sponsored National Training Workshop on SPSS at Prajyoti NiketanCollege Thrissur, on 2nd and 3rd November 2012.
Other Noteworthy events
A Ph.D. theis entitled “Predictors of Academic Performance and Motivation among KenyanAdolescents : A Study among Standard VIII Pupils of Nairobi Province”, submitted by Ms.JessinaMukonene Muthee, a Kenyan student, was awarded Ph.D. Degree.
Dr. Raju S - Associate Professor
Number of Research Students - 8
Number of theses Submitted - 1
No. of Ph.D thesis submitted - 2
Extra Curricular Activities
1. Took classes for Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling by Centre for Adult Continuing Educationand Extension University of Kerala.
2. Took classes for MHRM, DHRM courses by Institute of Distance Education and CACEE,University of Kerala.
3. Took classes for Counselling and Guidance Programme for Higher Secondary Teachers of WayanadDistrict Organized by SSA (DIET, Wayanad)
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4. Takes classes for P.G Diploma in Counselling Course organized by Department of Life Long
Education, University of Calicut.
5. Counselling services are provided for needy local people and students. Take classes for PTA &
Residence Associations.
Other noteworthy events
1. Attended and chaired a scientific session in the National Seminar at Sree Sankara University of
Sanskrit from 22nd – 24 February 2012 on the topic “Child Development”.
2. Attended National Workshop on Psychological testing organised by CSI College of education on
17th & 18th August 2012 & presented a paper on assessment of Intelligence.
3. Attended One day Workshop on Basic Counselling Skills conducted by Orma, Alumni Association
of Department of Psychology on 31st October 2012.
4. Attended National Seminar on School Psychology: Mental Health Challenges organized by Indian
School Psychology Association from 24, 25 & 26 Nov 2012 and presented a paper on Attitude
toward sex education: A comparative Study between High school and Higher secondary school
teachers.
Dr. Bindu P – Assistant Professor
Number of Research Students : 6
Extra Curricular Activities : Residential Workshop for TOT
(UGC Scheme) capacity Bldg & women Mgrs
in Higher Education
A very brief report of the participation of Teachers in Conference /Seminars etc
National Seminar & paper presentations Participation 2012
Other Noteworthy events : UGC Minor Research Project 2012
1. Resource Person at the National Seminar on “ Psychological Counselling (org. Govt. College for
Women, TVM on 6th & 7th Jan.2012) & co-authored the paper titled Acculturative stress among
Tribal Girl students : Implications for counselling.
2. Participated in the 2nd INSPA National Conference (Nov.22, 24, 2012) at University of Calicut co-
authored the paper “Family Climate & Emotional Intelligence of Higher Secondary students”.
No. of Ph.D thesis submitted : 1
Dr. Jasseer J – Assistant Professor
Number of Research Students - 7
Extra Curricular Activities - Nil
A very brief report of the participation of Teachers in Conference /Seminars etc
1. Attended National Workshop on Psychological testing organised by CSI College of education on
17th & 18th August 2012 & presented a paper on assessment of Intelligence.
2. Attended One day Workshop on Basic Counselling Skills conducted by Orma, Alumni Association
of Department of Psychology on 31st October 2012.
3. Attended National Seminar on School Psychology: Mental Health Challenges organized by Indian
School Psychology Association from 24, 25 & 26 Nov 2012 and presented a paper on Attitude
toward sex education: A comparative Study between High school and Higher secondary school
teachers.
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DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Seminars, Workshops and Conferences organized by the Department
a. Three Day National Seminar on "Achievements in Women Empowerment in India: What have weAchieved and What Remains?" from 28-30 March 2012 at Dept. of Botany, University of Kerala.
b. Two Day Workshop on the topic "Pre-Marital Counselling and Life Skill Education" organized bySAKHI, Thiruvananthapuram during 14 -15 November 2012.
c. "Multiculturalism in Canada" - a talk arranged by the department of Sociology 111 collaborationwith Institute of English and Canadian Center, University of Kerala.
e. The department is celebrating this academic year as Anti Tobacco and Anti Drugs. As part of thisthe Department of Sociology organized a campaign against the use of tobacco was organized bythe students of this Department in the Campus.
Extension Activities and Outreach Programmes
1. The Department is conducting an action research programme in the Coastal village of Perumathurain Thiruvananthapuram, which is a coastal village in Thiruvananthapuram and undertakes an overalldevelopment programme for the children, women and old age people utilizing the existinginfrastructure facilities of the Panchayat, incorporating church, Mosque and Medical College,Thiruvananthapuram.
2. The Department of Sociology organized a 10 day Tribal Camp for MSW Students from 18-11-2012 to 28-11-2012 to make the students should understand the problems, life style, cultural practicesand environmental problems of the people in order to provide some assistance to the people.Activities are undertaken by the students are: Medical Camp, Community visit, Health Awarenessclasses for youth and adolescence girls, cultural programmes, trecking, campfire etc.
3. Observational Visit by the MSW and MA Sociology students of this Department in VariousOrganizations like:- Sakhi: Women Resource Centre, trivandrum on 17-10-2012- Palliative Care Centre, Attingal on 19-10-2012
- The Dale View, Trivandrum on 30-10-2012
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- State institute of Mentally Challenged Persons, Trivandrum on 2-11-2012
- Mithraniketan, Vellanad on 8-11-2012
- District mental health Hospital, Perurkada on 9-11-2012
Social Exposure Visits
1. The Department of Sociology organized a social exposure visit to "Vilapilsala Project" atThiruvananthapuram on 02-02-2012 in order to understand the problems and health issues facedby the people in the concerned area due to the waste disposal.
2. Department also arranged a study tour to "Ponmudi" on 15-09-2012 as a pleasure trip and enjoyedthe natural beauty and to learn the importance of protection of nature.
3. As part of Santhwana, an association of teachers and students to provide Solace and to share thepains of less privileged sections of society, visited the Palliative Care Centre under CSI MissionHospital, Attingal on 9-11-2012 at Attingal, Thiruvananthapuram.
4. As part of Environment Club, the students of this Department organized one week programme forcleaning the premises of the department and the campus on October 2nd 2012 along with the NSSUnit of Campus.
Special lectures
• “Financial literacy Programme” by Overseas Bank, Thiruvananthapuram.
• "Human Rights and Trafficking Women and Girl Child" by Dr. P. M. Nair, IPS, CRPF, New Delhion 26th March 2012.
• "Human Rights and Aging" by Dr. Grace Clark, Dean of Social Sciences. Fulbright ResearchScholar, Lahore University, on 3151 October 2012.
• “Social Work Learning and Practice" by Dr. Fathima Vasanth, Principal and Secretary, MadrasSchool of Social Work, Chennai.
• As part of Anti Tobacco and Anti Drugs year celebration the Department arranged special talk on:"Tobacco - A Major Social Evil" by Smt. Sreedevi Padmajam, Senior Research Fellow, SCT.TVPM.
• "Tobacco Control-Where we stand and What Next?" by Dr. R. Jayakrishnan, Assistant Professor,RCC, TVPM.
Ongoing Project
Dr. Bushra Beegom. R. K, Asst. Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Kerala is theProject Director of the ongoing Project on "Implications of Development Induced Displacement -Experience from Kerala" commence on 0 1-05-20 12. The Funding agency is ICSSR, New Delhi.
Award of Ph. D.
1. Smt. Kavitha. V was awarded Ph.D. for his work on 'Socio-Cultural Dimensions of ReproductiveHealth of Women in Rural Kerala' under the guidance of Dr. Sobha. B. Nair, Head, Dept. ofSociology, University of Kerala.
2. Smt. Vrinda Mohan was awarded Ph.D. for his work on "Impact of Tourism in Costal Area" underthe guidance of Dr. Manu Bhaskar, Retd. Professor, Dept. of Sociology, University of Kerala.
Ph. D. thesis submitted
1. Smt. Pushpam. M, Asst. Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Kerala was submittedher thesis on "Impact of Development Programmes among Tribal Women: A Study Conductedamong Paliyan Tribal Community in Idukki District, under the guidance of Dr. Jacob JohnKattakayam, Emeritus Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Kerala.
2. Smt. Meena Nair, Research Scholar, Department of Sociology, University of Kerala was submittedher thesis on "Impact of Education among Tribal Children" under the guidance of Dr. Jose Soban,Associate Professor, Dept. of Sociology, Loyola College of Social Sciences.
NET /JRF awarded
1. Smt. Remya Mohan, MA student, Dept. of Sociology
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2. Smt. Sandyalekshmi, MSW student, Dept. of Sociology
3. Smt. Sulfath. S, MSW student, Department of Sociology
Academic Achievements of Research Scholars
• Mr. Charles Varghese, research scholar, Dept. of Sociology, University of Kerala has participatedand presented a paper on "Indigenous Knowledge and Alternative Development Paradigm" in theInternational Rural Network, Whyalla, University of South Australia during 23-27 September 2012.
• Mr. Vijay. R. S, UGC-Junior Research Fellow, Dept. of Sociology, University of Kerala hasparticipated and presented a paper on "Empowerment of Women through Constitutional and LegalSafeguards- A Socio-Iegal Analysis" in the National seminar organized by the Department ofSociology
• The research scholars of this department were participated and presented papers III theInternational, national, State and regional level seminars and conferences.
Other Activities
Inter College Participation of the students
• S3 and S1 MA Sociology students of this Department were participated in various culturalprogrammes in the National Seminar on "Science, Technology and Society: Emerging Scenario" atIndian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Department of Space, Govt. of Kerala,Thiruvananthapuram, during 7-9 December 2012.
• S3 MSW students of this department were participated in various competitions like street play,best social work team etc. in the International Students Meet- "Denova 2012 " at Depaul College,Angamali on 9-10 October 2012.
• S1 MSW students will be participated in The National Conference, Social Work Students' andPractitioners' Meet and Cultural Infotainment "Samanwaya 12"- theme on Child Protection andAdvocacy-A Retrospection during 10-11 December 2012 organized by BCM College, Kottayam.It is an inter college cultural Competition programme.
Dr. Sobha. B. Nair, Head,
Participation and presentation of papers in National/ State Level Seminars/Workshops/Conference
• Organized three day National Seminar on "Achievements in Women Empowerment in India" atthe Department of Sociology, University of Kerala from 28-30 March 2012 and chaired a session.
• Participated in the International Workshop on "Human Rights of Older Persons in the Asia PacificRegion with focus on Health and Wellbeing" organized by the Centre for Gerontological Studies atMascot Hotel, Thiruvananthapuram during 4-6 June 2012.
Positions Held
=> Life Member of Kerala Sociological society.
=> Life Member of Indian Association and Social Science and Health.
=> Life Member, Indian Sociological Society.
=> Life Member Indian Association of Women's Studies
=> Chairman, PG Board of Studies
=> Member, Academic Council
=> Member, Advisory Committee on Family Welfare, All India Radio
=> Member, Board of Studies (pass)
=> Member, Board of Studies, Social Work
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=> Member, Secretary, Centre for Gerontological Studies, Thiruvananthapuram
=> Co-coordinator of Post-graduate Certificate Course on “Geriatric Care and Management",University of Kerala
=> President, Alumni Association
=> President, Forum of Researchers in Sociology
=> Treasurer, Kerala University Women's Forum
=> Chairman, Exam, Sociology (PG) University, Question paper setter, Kerala and M.G.University
=> Chairman, MSW Entrance Exam
=> Member, panel of Exam, University of Kerala, & for PSC exam
=> Subject Expert for the PSC selection Committees, Central Prison, Kerala State Child andFamily Welfare Council, Thiruvananthapuram
Smt. Pushpam. M. Lecturer (Senior Scale),
Participation and presentation of paper in National/ State Level Seminars/Workshops/Conference
1. Presented a paper on "Women ~Empowerment through Eco-Development Committee- A SpecialReference to Paliyan Tribal Community in Idukki District" in the three day National Seminar on"Achievements in Women Empowerment in India" organized by the Department from 28-30 March
2012.
2. Participated in International Workshop on "Human Rights of Older Persons in the Asia PacificRegion with focus on Health and Wellbeing" organized by the Centre for Gerontological Studies at
Mascot Hotel, Thiruvananthapuram during 4-6 June 2012.
3. Participated in the User Awareness Programme on UGC-INFONET E-Journal Consortium,organized by the Kerala University Library and Inflibnet Centre, Ahemadabad, on 20th July 2012.
4. Participated in the 39th Annual National Conference of Kerala Sociological Society on “ Science,Technology and Society: Emerging Scenario" organized by Indian Institute of Space Science and
Technology, Government of Kerala from 7th to 9th December 2012.
Positions Held
=> Life Member, Kerala Sociological Society,
=> Life Member, All India Sociological Society
=> Life Member, Indian Association of Social Science and Health
=> Member, Board of Studies (PG) Sociology and MSW
=> Coordinator of Post-graduate Certificate Course on "Methods and Techniques of Familyand Marriage Counseling
=> Circulation Manager, Journal of Kerala Sociologist
=> Resource Person, Kerala State Social Welfare Department
=> Treasurer, Alumni Association
=> Teacher Adviser, Forum of Researchers in Sociology
=> Member, Panel of Examiners, PG. University of Kerala & PSC
=> Member, Panel of Examiners, Sociology (UG) University. Question paper setter, M.G.
University
=> Member in the Panel of Examiners, M A and MSW Entrance Exam
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Dr. Bushra Beegom, Asst. Professor,
Participation and presentation of paper in National! State Level Seminars/ Workshops/Conference
1. Participated in the 39th Annual National Conference of Kerala Sociological Society on "Science,Technology and Society: Emerging Scenario" organized by Indian Institute of Space Science andTechnology, Government of Kerala from 7th to 9th December 2012.
Positions Held
Project Director, ICSSR Major Research Project
Life Member, KeraIa Sociological Society
Life Member, Indian Sociological Society
Dr. M. S Jayakumar, Asst. Professor,
1. Chaired a session in National Seminar in National Conference of Kerala Sociological Society on ..Science, Technology and Society: Emerging Scenario" at Indian Institute of Space Science andTechnology, Department of Space. Govt. of Kerala. Thiruvananthapuram, during 7-9 December2012.
Positions held
1. Life Member, Kerala Sociological Society
2. Life Member, Indian Sociological Society
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
DEPARTMENT OF AQUATIC BIOLOGY AND FISHERIES
UNIVERSITY OF KERALA, KARYAVATTOM
Head of the Department Dr. A. Biju Kumar
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 1 1 2
Associate Professor 1 - 1
Lecturer 2 - 2
Assistant Professor - - -
Strength of Students on 31-12-2012
Name of courses Male Female Total
M.Sc. 1 18 19
M. Phil. 2 7 9
Ph.D. 8 17 25
Number of Research Students: 27
Extra-Curricular Activities
Thrust Areas of Research
Aquatic Ecology, Aquaculture, Fish Biology, Fish Genetics, Aquatic Microbiology, Taxonomy,Biodiversity Documentation and Informatics, Marine Natural Products, Marine Chemical Ecology,Harmful Algal Blooms, Fish and Shellfish Pathology, Trophic Modeling and Molecular Biology,including DNA bar-coding and Fisheries Extension.
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Awards/honours
Dr. K. Padmakumar visited Pacific Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, Russian Academy of SciencesFar East Division, Vladivostok, RUSSIA under bilateral collaborative program funded by DST,Govt. of India during 1-17 March 2012.
Dr. K. Padmakumar received Commonwealth Academic Fellowship and visited the University ofAberdeen, UK during 5th September to 30th November 2012.
Under International Collaboration/Exchange Program Dr. K. Padmakumar visited South ChinaSea Institute of Oceanology, Guangzhou 510301, China, 16-30 December 2012
Abhijna, U.G. and Dr. A. Biju Kumar of the Dept. have won consolation prize for their poster“Biomonitoring using the rapid bioassessment approach in oraganically polluted Veli and Akkulamlakes, southwest coast of India” in the Second Indian Biodiversity Congress held at Indian Instituteof Science, Bangalore during 9-11 December, 2012.
Dr. A. Biju Kumar, Head of the Department has been selected as Member, Environment Researchand Development Committee, Directorate of Environment and Climate Change, Govt. of Kerala.
Seminars/workshops organized
Workshop on “Emerging Statistical Tools in Life Sciences”, for the scientists and academicians,during 11-13 April 2012.
National Seminar “ ‘Pamaram’ – Inland Waterways of Kerala: History, Culture and Biodiversity”organised along with International Kerala Study Centre and Department of Bioinformatics andComputational Biology during 18-20 December 2012.
Co-ordinated the Inculcate Science Propagation Programme (2012) of Kerala State Science andTechnology Museum for the school children.
Second Indian Biodiversity Congress at Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore during 9-11 December2012 (Dr. A. Biju Kumar, Organising secretary)
Seminars/Workshops attended
Dr. A. Biju Kumar
International Conference on “Sustainable Ornamental Fisheries: Way Forward” organized by Schoolof Industrial Fisheries, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi during 23-25 March2012 (Co-chaired the session on sustainability issues in ornamental fisheries).
“Expert consultation on Academic Partnership for Excellence and Networks in Fisheries Educationand Research” held at Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai during 17-18 April 2012.
“All Kerala Quiz Competition on Science” for High School Students organized in connection withthe 24th Kerala Science Congress at the Rubber Research Institute of India, Kottayam on 28th
January 2012 (As Quiz Master)
Workshop on “Challenges for Conservation of Freshwater Biodiversity in India- Science and Policy”organised by Zoo Outreach Organisation, Coimbatore, Conservation Research Group, St. Albert’sCollege, Kochi and South Asia Office of the IUCN Freshwater Fish Specialist Group on 27th and28th September 2012 at Periyar Tiger Reserve, Thekkadi.
Eleventh Meeting of the Conference of Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP11) (International Intrer-governmental meeting) held at Hyderabad, India during 12-14 October,2012.
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Attended multi-institutional workshop on “Marine Derived Antimalarials” held at Palamphur,Himachal Pradesh, 7-9 April, 2012
National Consultation workshop on “Coastal and Marine Biodiversity: Gaps, Challenges andopportunities” Gandhinagar, Gujarat 11 - 13 April 2012
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Dr. Pramod Kiran
National Conference on “New Vistas in Indian Aquaculture”, organised by CIBA, Chennai from23-24 February, 2012.
ICAR funded short course on “World Trade Agreement and Indian Fisheries Paradigms: A PolicyOutlook” from 17 – 26 September, 2012 at CMFRI, Cochin.
ICAR sponsored summer school on “Sustainable shrimp farming through adoption of bettermanagement practices and biosecurity” from 22 Aug to 03 Sept, 2012 at CIBA, Chennai.
Invited presentations
Dr. A. Biju Kumar
“Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development” in the International Seminar on ClimateChange, Sustainable Development and Society (Climate Conclave 2012) organised by British Council, Association of British Scholars and TKM Institute of Management on 27th February 2012 atThiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
“Sustainable aquaculture practices” in the National Seminar on “Emerging Trends in Aquaculture,Harvesting Technology” organised by Department of Zoology, Mar Thoma College, Thiruvalla, on7th March 2012.
“Marine Biodiversity of India: Status and Concerns” in the National Seminar on “Recent Trendsand Future Prospects of Biodiversity and Conservation” organised by the Dept. of Botany andZoology at Sree Narayana College, Punalur on 16th March 2012.
“International Conference on Sustainable Ornamental Fisheries: Way Forward” organised by Schoolof Industrial Fisheries, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi during 23-25 March2012 (Co-chair)
“Sustainable Economy and Development” in the seminar in connection with World EnvironmentDay, 6th June 2012 at Bharatheeya Vichara Kendram, Thiruvananthapuram.
“Ecological status of Rivers of Kerala” in the workshop on “Conservation of Rivers and Lakes2012” organized by Environmental Resource Centre, Poovathoor, Thiruvalla and Alappuzha pressclub on 5th July 2012 at Alappuzha, Kerala.
“Biodiversity Informatics” in the XXI Refresher Course in Environmental Sciences organised byUGC Academic Staff College, University of Kerala on 5th October 2012.
Inaugurated the “Training on Marine Ornamental Fish Breeding & Aquarium Keeping” organisedby Vizhinjam Research Centre of Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (Indian Councilof Agricultural Research), Trivandrum on 16th October 2012 and delivered a lecture on FreshwaterAquarium Keeping.
Chaired technical session on “My Village Biodiversity” organised in connection with “LAKE 2012-National Conference on Conservation and Management of Wetland Ecosystems”, 08th November2012 organised by School of Environmental Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam,Kerala.
Presentation on “Biodiversity Vs. Biotechnology” in the National Seminar on “Biotechnology Vs.Biodiversity: Challenges and Options” organised by Department of Zoology, Sree Narayana College,Kollam on 21 November 2012 .
Chaired session on “Wildlife Corridors and Connectivity” in the International Law Conference onConservation of Forests, Wildlife and Ecology organised Law Academy, Thiruvananthapuram byKerala Law Academy and Centre for Advanced Legal Studies, Thiruvananthapuram on 16.12.2012.
Presentation on “Water conservation and climate change: Issues and Challenges” in the NationalSeminar on “Water Management: Mounting Challenges and Responses” organised by C. AchuthaMenon Study Centre and Library, Thiruvananthapuram on 22 December 2012; Chaired session onWater Conservation.
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Presented a paper on “Biodiversity of Inland Waterways” in National Seminar ‘Pamaram’ –Inland Waterways of Kerala: History, Culture and Biodiversity” organised by International KeralaStudy Centre, Department of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries and Centre for Bioinformatics andComputational Biology on 19th December 2012.
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“Bioprospecting marine organisms for nutraceuticals, medicines and crop protectants” at theNational Training on “Naturally occurring nutraceuticals, crop protectants and other biomoleculesfor application in human and crop health”, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi,January 23 to February 2, 2011.
Harmful algae and Seafood Poisoning, 21.7.2012, XVII Refresher course in Life Science, AcademicStaff College, University of Kerala.
Dr. Pramod Kiran, R.B.
Centre for Water Resources Development and Management, Trivandrum on 14.09.2012 for Officialsof State Government Departments.
For fish farmers of Vellayani Lake organised by the Agency for Development of Aquaculture,Kerala on 12.01.2012.
Research Papers in peer reviewed journals
1. Bijukumar, A., Jijith, S.S., Kumar, U.S. and George, S. (2012). DNA barcoding of the Bryde’sWhale Balaenoptera edeni Anderson (Cetacea: Balaenopteridae) washed ashore along Keralacoast, India. Journal of Threatened Taxa 4(3): 2436–2443.
2. Komai, T., Reshmi, R. and Biju Kumar, A. (2012). A new species of the hermit crab genusCiliopagurus Forest (Crustacea: Decapoda: Anomura: Diogenidae) from southern India. Zootaxa,3266: 53–61.
3. Moravec, F., Sheeba, S. and Biju Kumar, A. (2012). Rhabdochona (Rhabdochona) keralaensis sp.nov. (Rhabdochonidae) and some other nematodes in the Indian mottled eel Anguilla bengalensisbengalensis from India. Acta Parasitologica, 57(1): 74–82.
4. Sreeja, V., Biju Kumar, A. and Norman, M. (2012). First report of Amphioctopus neglectus(Nateewathana & Norman, 1999) and A. rex (Nateewathana & Norman, 1999) (Mollusca:Cephalopoda) from the Indian coast. Molluscan Research 32(1): 43–49.
5. Abhijna, U.G. and Biju Kumar, A. (2012). Diversity and community abundance of dipterans (Insecta:Diptera) in polluted Veli-Akkulam Lake, southwest coast of India. Environment and Ecology, 30(2):386-392.
6. Regi, S.R. and Biju Kumar, A. (2012). Diversity of fish fauna from Veli-Akkulam lake, Kerala,India. Environment and Ecology, 30(4): 1381-1383.
7. Biju Kumar, A., Smrithy, R. and Sathasivam, K.A. (2012). Dolphin-assisted cast net fishery in theAshtamudi Estuary, south-west coast of India. Indian Journal of Fisheries, 59(3): 143-148.
8. Bijukumar, A. and Smrithy, R. (2012). Behaviour of Indo-Pacific humpback dolphin, Sousa chinensis(Osbeck) in the Ashtamudi estuary, southwest coast of India. Journal of Marine Biological Associationof India, 54 (2), doi:10.6024/jmbai.2012.54.2.01699-0x
9. Biju Kumar, A., Kate L. Sanders, Sanil George and John C. Murphy (2012). The status of Eurostusdussumierii and Hypsirhina chinensis (Reptilia, Squamata, Serpentes): with comments on the originof salt tolerance in homalopsid snakes, Systematics and Biodiversity, 10 (4): 479-489.
10. Sirajudheen, T.K. and Biju Kumar, A. (2012). First record of Paratriacanthodes retrospinis Fowler,1934 (Tetraodontiformes: Triacanthodidae) from India. Check List, 8(4): 752–753.
11. Razia Beevi, M. and Radhakrishnan, S. 2012. Community ecology of the metazoan parasites offreshwater fishes of Kerala. Journal of Parasitic Diseases, 36 (2): 184-196.
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12. Mathan Magesh, Sebastian Kvist and Christopher J. Glasby 2012. Description and phylogenyof Namalycastis jaya sp. n. (Polychaeta, Nereididae, Namanereidinae) from the southwest coastof India. Zookeys, 238: 31–43.
13. Lekshmy, S., Radhakrishnan, S. and Tresa Radhakrishnan 2012. Sediment characteristics alongthe Ashtamudi estuarine system. International J. Biol. Technology, 2: 11-16.
14. Vimal Raj, Soumya, W., Binushma Raju, Lakshmy, S., Shibu, A., George Thomas and TresaRadhakrishnan 2012. The biodiversity of mangroves of Ashtamudi estuary, Kollam, Kerala. IndianForester (Accepted).
Papers presented in Seminars
Padmakumar, K. 2012. Insight into Chemical Ecology of Marine Algae for pharmaceuticals,nutraceuticals and agrochemicals. In: National conference on recent Advances in AlgalBiotechnology, CAS in Botany, University of Madras, Chennai held during16-17, February 2012.
Jayakumari, M., Gigi C. Rajan, Jayasandhya, P., Padmakumar, K. and James, D.B. 2012. Biologicalactivities of selected holothurians from the Kerala coast. International conference on Environmentalsecurity for Food and Health, Cape Comorin, 16-18 February, 2012
K. Padmakumar, Changing Environment, Algal Bloom and Seafood Poisoning. Presented inInternational conference on Environmental security for Food and Health, Cape Comorin, heldduring 16-18 February, 2012
Padmakumar, K. 2012. Harmful microalgal bloom and health hazards, National Symposium onProspects and Retrospects in Microbial Technology, Bharathidasan University, Trichi, held during17-18 February, 2012.
Biju Kumar, A. and Rajesh, L. 2012. Marine biodiversity of Kerala: Status, challenges andconservation needs. National Seminar on “Recent Trends and Future Prospects of Biodiversityand Conservation” organised by the Dept. of Botany and Zoology at Sree Narayana College,Punalur, Kerala from 15-16 March 2012 (Book of Abstracts. Pp. 11-14).
Sirajudheen, T.K., Jyothilak, C.S., Pramod Kiran, R.B. and Biju Kumar, A. 2012. Diversity anddistribution of brackishwater ornamental fishes in Kerala. National Conference on “New Vistas inIndian Aquaculture”, February 23-24, 2012, Chennai, organised by Central Institute of BrackishwaterAquaculture (Book of Abstracts pp. 38-39.)
Apsara S. Krishnan and Biju Kumar, A. 2012. Biodiversity of shrimps associated with trawl fisheryof Kerala coast, India. Paper presented at Second Indian Biodiversity Congress, Indian Institute ofScience, Bangalore during 9-11 December 2012 (Book of Abstracts, p. 67).
Sreeja, V. and Biju Kumar, A. 2012. Biodiversity of cephalopods (Mollusca: Cephalopoda) in themarine food exported from Kerala. Paper presented at Second Indian Biodiversity Congress,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore during 9-11 December 2012 (Book of Abstracts, p. 97).
Abhijna, U.G. and Biju Kumar, A. 2012. Biomonitoring using the rapid bioassessment approach inorganically polluted Veli and Akkulam Lakes, southwest coast of Kerala. Paper presented atSecond Indian Biodiversity Congress, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore during 9-11 December2012 (Book of Abstracts, p. 253).
Athira, S., Viswanathan, S., Deepak, G.P. and Pramod Kiran, R.B. (2012) Present status of fishstock enhancement and its impacts on fishermen in Vellayani Lake, Kerala. In: Proceedings of the24th Kerala Science Congress, 29-31 January, 2012 RRII, Kottayam, pp. 147-149
Sreelakshmi, S., Neetha, S.D., Rajeela, S., Vishnu Nair, M.S. and Pramod Kiran, R.B. (2012)Growth kinetics of Etroplus suratensis in controlled conditions using four different feeds. In:Proceedings of the 24th Kerala Science Congress, 29-31 January, 2012 RRII, Kottayam, pp. 155-157.
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Baiju A., Neetha, S.D., Salim, S.S., Sukumarna, K. and Pramod Kiran, R.B. (2012) Effects andconsequences of small scale cage culture technology adoption in Kerala. In: proceedings of theNational Seminar on Faumal diversity of Kerala, 23-24 March, 2012, Pazhassi Raja NSS College,Kannur, Kerala pp. 78-82.
Pramod Kiran, R.B. and Shyam S. Salim (2012) Shrimp Aquaculture: Diseases, health management,exotic introduction and regulations. In: Shyam S. Salim and R. Narayankumar (2012) Manual onworld trade agreements and intian fisheries paradigms: A policy outlook. Pp 425-428.
Pramod Kiran, R.B., Sasi, N., Pratheesh O.S., Sukumaran K., Dinesh K., Bijukumar A. and PillaiS.M. (2012) Recent trends in traditional shrimp farming practices of Kerala: A case study in thelight of repeated white spot syndrome virus (WSSV) outbreaks. In: Proceedings of the CIBA andCASI National Conference on New Vistas in Indian Aquacylture, Chennai 23-24 February, 2012.Pp 8.
Books
Biju Kumar, A. 2012. ‘Kerala Theerathe Kadal Jeevikal’ (Marine Animals of Kerala coast- AField Guide). Kerala State Biodiversity Board, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, 304 pp.
Chapters in Books
Jyothilal, C.S., Pramod Kiran, R.B., Biju Kumar, A. and Tresa Radhakrishnan 2012. Kuttivala-The traditional stake nets of Kerala coast. In: Indigenous Traditional Knowledge (ITK) in FisheriesSector of West Coast of India. A Resource Book (Arpita Sharma, Rupam Sharma and ParamitaB. Sawant, eds.), Narendra Publishing House, Delhi.
Edited Books
Biju Kumar, A. 2012. Biodiversity and Taxonomy. Narendra Publishing House, Delhi, 430pp.(Chief Editor)
Biju Kumar, A. 2012. Agro-biodiversity: Status, Trends and Prospects. Narendra Publishing House,Delhi, 212pp. (Chief Editor)
Biju Kumar, A. 2012. Biodiversity: Utilization, Threats and Cultural Linkages. Narendra PublishingHouse, Delhi, 226pp. (Chief Editor)
Bijukumar A, Pramod Kiran RB, Jayaprakas V and Padmakumar K (Eds) 2012. A Manual on theApplication of selected stastical tools in Life Sciences. Dept. of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries,Univesity of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram. 120p.
Book of Abstracts. International Seminar on “Ayurveda for Non-communicable Diseases” February9-11, 2012. Global Ayurveda Festival, 9-14 February 2012 at Thiruvananthapuram organized byCentre for Innovation in Science and Social Action (CISSA), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India(Executive Editor).
Book of Abstracts. Second Indian Biodiversity Congress. 9-11 December 2012, Indian Institute ofScience, Bangalore. Published by Centre for Innovation in Science and Social Action (CISSA),Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala (Executive Editor).
Popular Articles
Bijukumar, A. (2012). ‘Philip dweepile Penguin Parade. Mathrubhoomi Daily Weekend Edition,April1, 2012, p. 3.
Bijukumar, A. (2012). Shifting baselines and jellyfish blooms. Importance of research in relation tojelly fish export potential. Fishing Chimes, 32 (7): 30-31.
Bijukumar, A. and T.K. Sirajudheen 2012. Indian eels. First record of the reticulated moray eelMuraena retifera from the Indian coast. JMBA Global Marine Environment ISSUE 15: 40.
Bijukumar, A. (2012). Little penguins at Penguin Parade. Science India, 15 (9): 38-42.
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Bijukumar, A. (2012). The saga of DNA barcoding. Nucleo, 8 (1): 16-21.
Krishna Sukumaran, A.R. Thirunavukkarasu, Neetha Susan David, K. Jacquiline, K.J.Prasannakumar and R.B. Pramod Kiran (2012). A story of successful pearlspot farming in smallponds in Kollam, Kerala. Fishing Chimes, 31(10): 40-41.
Ph.D. Degree Awarded
Smt. Binushma Raju (Topic: Ecobiology of Ashtamudi estuary with special reference to the regionof confluence of Kallada river with the estuary; Guide Dr. Tresa Radhakrishnan)
Smt. Mini Chandran, C. (Topic: Studies on the Eco-biology of Poonthura Estuarine Ecosystemalong Southwest Coast of India; Guide Dr. P. Natarajan).
Shri Sirajudheen, T.K. (Topic: Studies on the Diversity of Marine Ornamental Fishes of KeralaCoast; Guide Dr. A. Biju Kumar)
Smt. Sridevi, K. (Topic: Production and expression of Streptomycetes gene-probiotic virbriosis andAeromonas spp. and fish health management; Guide Dr. K. Dhevendaran)
Ongoing Research Projects
Dr. A. Biju Kumar
Principal Investigator, three year project on “Trophic Modeling and Biodiversity Assessment ofFreshwater Lakes in Kerala for Conservation and Sustainable Management” supported by UniversityGrants Commission.
Principal Investigator, one project on preparation of field guide on “Marine Animals of KeralaCoast” supported by Kerala State Biodiversity Board (Project Period: 2010-2012).
Multi-institutional Research Project on “Biodiversity, DNA Barcoding and Phylogeny ofCommercially Valuable Marine Molluscs of India” supported by Department of Biotechnology,Govt. of India (Project Period: 2011-2014). (Total: 70.76 lakhs; d Share of Dept. 24.28 lakhs).
“River Bank Mapping for Vamanapuram River, Kerala” supported by Revenue Department, Govt.of Kerala (in association with Dept. of Environmental Sciences, University of Kerala (ProjectPeriod: 2011-2012).
Dr. K. Padmakumar
A collaborative Indo-Russian Research Project with Pacific Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry,Vladivostok, RUSSIA.
Multi-institutional research project “Discovering Antimalarials from marine organisms” (PhaseIII): Third phase (Supported by DBT, Govt. of India).
New Species described and new reports to India
Reported octopuses Amphioctopus neglectus and A. rex (Mollusca: Cephalopoda) from the Indiancoast (2012; Molluscan Research).
New species of hermit crab Ciliopagurus grandis Komai, Reshmi and Biju Kumar 2012 (Crustacea:Decapoda: Anomura: Diogenidae)
New species of hermit nematode Rhabdochona (Rhabdochona) keralaensis Moravec, Sheeba andBiju Kumar 2012 (Nematoda: Rhabdochonidae)
Reported Sawspine spikefish, Paratriacanthodes retrospinis Fowler, 193 (Pisces: Tetraodontiformes:Triacanthodidae) from Indian waters (Check List, 8(4): 752–753, 2012 )
Bryde’s whale Balaenoptera edeni (cyt b gene): JN190947, JN190948, JN190949 (Dr. A. BijuKumar)
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DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308078
Head of Department Dr. Annie Abraham (Professor & Head) M. Sc., Ph. D
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 2 1 3
Associate Professor - 2 2
Assistant Professor 2 2 4
Veterinary Surgeon - 1 1
Strength of Students on 31-12-2012
Name of course Male Female Total
M. Sc. 3 25 28
M. Phil. 12 12
Ph. D. 8 34 42
Percentage of pass 100%
Ph.D awarded 8
Ph.D Thesis submitted 8
Research Activities
Major areas of Research
1. Atherosclerosis 7. Health effects of Coconut and its products2. Diabetes 8. Inflammation3. Cellular Interaction 9. Phytochemicals4. Micronutrients 10. Nanobioconjugates5. Alcoholism 11. Marine Biotechnology6. Cataractogenesis 12. Cancer BiologyExternally funded research projects
Ongoing Project
1. Bioconjugation of nanomaterials and their applications in cancer therapy. DBT project for Rs50.37 lakhs.. Rs.7.3 Lakhs for 2011-12) DBT No. BT/PR9904/NNT/28/63/2007 (completed)- Dr.Annie Abraham (completed)
2. Extension of the project :- Value added biopolymers from shrimp waste - A DBT project .Extendfor one more year with a budget allocation of 10,42,786, sanctioned as per order No. BT/PR11541/AAQ/03/432/2008 (U.O.No. Ad F1/1537/2010.dtd 27/10/2012)- Dr. Muraleedhara Kurup.
3. Recent DBT Project sanctioned as per No.BT/P3350/AAQ/3/567/2011dtd 29-9- 2012 titled”Biocomposite based orthopeadic implants from shrimp waste and marine algae” with abudget of Rs. 45.751 Lakhs- Dr. Muraleedhara Kurup
4. Studies on the regression of alcohol induced toxicity funded by ICMR (ICMR council order No:52/16 2008BMS) –completed- Dr. M. Indira
5. UGC major research project - “Modulation of reverse cholesterol transport by Butea monospermabark extract in diabetes mediated atherosclerosis”- 13,89,300/- (from 1.7.2012)- Dr.S. Mini.(No.F.No.41-1270/2012 (SR) dt 26/07/2012 U.O.No: PI . F/UGC) MRP/1980/11 dt 22.10.2012).
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6. Studies on the molecular mechanism of anti-inflammatory activity of the active principle of Oryzasativa Linn. (Njavara), Tricin on various inflammatory models” Funding agency : UGC (No. F 40-196/2011(SR)dt 05/07/2011 U.O.No P1.F/11765/10 dt 06/09/2011 -Dr.A.Helen. No.F.40 – 196/2011 (SR) dt. 05/07/2011 (U.O.No. P1. F/11765/10 dt. 06/09/2011)
List of publications
1. B.N. Rooban, V. Sasikala, V. Gayathri Devi, V. Sahasranamam, Annie Abraham. Prevention ofselenite induced oxidative stress and cataractogenesis by luteolin 3 isolated from Vitex negundo,Chemico-Biological Interactions (2012) Vol; 196, (1-2). 30-38.
2. Rejiya C.S, Jatish Kumar, Raji V., Vibin M., and Annie Abraham. Laser immunotherapy withgold nanorods causes selective killing of tumour cells, Pharmacological Research (2012) 65:261–269.
3. Asha R, Sudha Devi R, Sasikala V, Priya Rajan S, Balachandran S, Mohanan P V and AnnieAbraham. Bioactive derivatives of curcumin attenuate cataract formation in vitro Chemical Biologyand Drug Design. (CBDD- RA-02-12-1200. R1).
4. G.Salil, K.G.Nevin and T.Rajamohan. Effect of dietary coconut kernel protein on the liver andpancreas of alloxan induced diabetic rats: Comparison with L-Arginine and glibenclamide,Mediterranean Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism. 2012; 5: 127-133.
5. P. P. Preetha, V. Girija Devi and T. Rajamohan. Hypoglycemic and antioxidant potential of coconutwater in experimental diabetes. Food and Function. 2012; 3(7) : 753-7
6. G. Salil, R. Nithya, K. G. Nevin and T. Rajamohan. Dietary coconut kernel protein beneficiallymodulates NFkB and RAGE expression in streptozotocin induced diabetes in rats. Journal ofFood Science and Technology. 2012; DOI 10.1007/s13197-012-0729-5.
7. D. Bhagya, L. Prema and T. Rajamohan. Therapeutic effects of tender coconut water on oxidativestress in fructose-fed insulin resistant hypertensic rats. Asian Pacific Journal; Tropical Medicine.2012; 5(4): 270-276.
8. G. Salil, K.G.Nevin and T.Rajamohan. Coconut kernel-derived proteins enhance hypolipidemicand antioxidant activity in alloxan-induced diabetic rats.. International Journal of Food Sciencesand Nutrition. 2012; PMID 23113582.
9. A.M. Chikku and T. Rajamohan. Dietary coconut sprout beneficially modulates cardiac damageinduced by isoproterenol in rats.. Bangladesh Journal of Pharmacology. 2012; 7: 258-265.
10. R.S. Renjith and T.Rajamohan. Protective and curative effects of Cocos nucifera inflorescenceon alloxan-induced pancreatic cytotoxicity in rats. Indian Journal of Pharmacology. 2012; 44(5):555-9.
11. S.Arunima and T.Rajamohan . Virgin coconut oil improves hepatic lipid metabolism in rats–compared with copra oil, olive oil and sunflower oil.. Indian Journal of Experimental Biology.2012; 50 (11): 802-809.
12. Shalini A. Nair and Rajamohan T. Age dependent variation in the antioxidant status and oxidativestress in rats fed diet containing coconut oil and sunflower oil. International Journal of Biologicaland Medical Research. 2012; 3(2): 1589-1594.
13. R.S.Renjith and T.Rajamohan. Young inflorescence of cocos nucifera contributes to improvementof glucose homeostasis and antioxidant status in diabetic rats. International Journal of diabetesin developing countries. 2012, 32(4): 193-198.
14. G Salil, K.G.Nevin, T Rajamohan. Arginine rich coconut kernel diet influences nitric oxide synthaseactivity in alloxan diabetic rats.. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. 2012; 92 (9):1903-1908.
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15. P.P.Preetha, V.Girija Devi and T.Rajamohan. Effects of coconut water on carbohydrate metabolism
and pancreatic pathology of alloxan induced diabetic rats.. European Journal of Integrative
Medicine. (Accepted for publication).
16. A.M. Chikku and T. Rajamohan Coconut Hanstorium maintains cardiac integrity and alleviatesoxidative stress in rats subjected to isoproterenol induced myocardial infarction.. Indian Journal
of Pharmaceutical Sciences. (Accepted for publication).
17. Shonima Govindan m 1, jiji thomas 1 and G. Muraleedhara kurup in vitro antioxidant and antitumor
activity of Polysaccharide isolated from ulva fasciata..Int J Pharm Bio Sci 2012 July; 3(3): 238– 246
18. Shonima Govindan M1*, Jiji Thomas, Pratheesh P T and G Muraleedhara Kurup.Ex vivo
anticoagulant activity of the polysaccharide isolated From ulva fasciata. Int. J. LifeSc. Bt &
Pharm. Res. 2012. Vol. 1, No. 3, July 2012.
19. Jiji Thomas1, Shonima Govindan M and G. Muraleedhara Kurup Larvicidal activity of gliricidia
sepium against Culex quinquefasciatus.. Int J. pharm bio sci 2012 july; 3(3): (b) 614 – 618
20. P.T. Pratheesh and G. Muraleedhara Kurup. Molecular cloning and expression of TB antigen
protein in microalga Chlamydomonas reinhardtii, (2012). Indian journal of
International organisation of Scientific Research 1(4) .July- August 2012.
23. Pratheesh P.T., Shonima G. M.1, Jiji Thomas, Abraham C. I. and G.Muraleedhara Kurup. Study
on efficacy of different Agrobacterium tumefaciens strains in genetic transformation of microalgaChlamydomonas reinhardtii
24. Saritha CH, Renju,G.L and G. Muraleedhara Kurup. Anti inflammatory and antioxidant potential
of alginic acid isolated from sargassum vitii on adjuvant induced arthritis. Journal of
inflammopharmacology ., November 2012.
25. Renju,G. and G. Muraleedhara Kurup. Anti inflammatory activity of lycopene isolated from
chlorella marina on type II collagen induced arthritis in sprauge dawely rats., December 2012.
26. Abhilash PA, Harikrishnan R, Indira M. Ascorbic acid supplementation causes faster restorationof reduced glutathione content in the regression of alcohol-induced hepatotoxicity in male guinea
pigs. Redox Rep. 2012;17(2):72-9.
27. Nithya RS, Anuja MM, Rajamanickam C, Indira M. Rat sperm immobilisation effects of a protein
from Ricinus communis (Linn.): an in vitro comparative study with nonoxynol-9. Andrologia.
2012 Dec; 44(6):381-7.
28. Pillai SS, Sugathan JK, Indira M. Selenium downregulates RAGE and NFêB expression in diabetic
rats. Biol Trace Elem Res. 2012 Oct;149(1):71-7.
29. Rejitha S, Prathibha P, Indira M. Amelioration of alcohol-induced hepatotoxicity by the administrationof ethanolic extract of Sida cordifolia Linn. Br J Nutr. 2012 Oct; 108(7):1256-63. Epub 2012 Jan
31.
30. Abhilash PA, Harikrishnan R, Indira M. Ascorbic acid supplementation down-regulates the alcohol
induced oxidative stress, hepatic stellate cell activation, cytotoxicity and mRNA levels of selectedfibrotic genes in guinea pigs. Free Radic Res. 2012 Feb; 46(2):204-13.
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31. Soman S, Rajamanickam C, Rauf AA, Indira M. Beneficial effects of Psidium guajava leafextract on diabetic myocardium. Exp Toxicol Pathol. 2013 Jan; 65(1-2):91-5. doi: 10.1016/j.etp.2011.06.005. Epub 2011 Jul 13.
32. A Prathapan, Suresh V. Nampoothiri, S. Mini, K.G. Raghu. Antioxidant, antiglycation and inhibitorypotential of flavonoid fraction of Saraca ashoka flowers against the enzymes linked to type 2Diabetes and LDL oxidation. European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences.2012; 16(1):57-65.
33. Nisha. P and Mini. S. In vitro antioxidant and antiglycation properties of methanol extract and itsdifferent solvent fractions of Musa paradisiaca L. (cv. Nendran) inflorescence. InternationalJournal of Food Properties. doi: 10.1080/10942912.2011.642050
34. Shalini V, Bhaskar S, Kumar KS, Mohanlal S, Jayalekshmy A, Helen A. Molecular mechanismsof anti-inflammatory action of the flavonoid, tricin from Njavara rice (Oryza sativa L.) in humanperipheral blood mononuclear cells: possible role in the inflammatory signaling.IntImmunopharmacol. 2012 Sep;14(1):32-8
35. Soumya SJ, Binu S, Helen A, Anil Kumar K, Reddanna P, Sudhakaran PR. Effect of 15-Lipoxygenase on angiogenesis: 15(S)-HPETE is angiostatic and 15(S)- HETE is angiogenic.InflammRes. 2012 Jul;61(7):707-18.
36. Sindhu G, Ratheesh M, Shyni GL, Nambisan B, Helen A. Anti-inflammatory and antioxidativeeffects of mucilage of Trogonella foenumgraecum (Fenugreek) on adjuvant induced arthritic rats.Int Immunopharmacol. 2012 Jan;12 (1):205-11Kumar KS,
37. Vijayan V, Bhaskar S, Krishnan K, Shalini V, Helen A. Anti-inflammatory potential of an ethylacetate fraction isolated from Justicia gendarussa roots through inhibition of iNOS and COX-2expression via NF-êB pathway. Cell Immunol. 2012; 272(2):283-9.
38. Smitha Mohanlal, R. Parvathy, V. Shalini, R.Mohanan. A. Helen and A. Jayalekshmy. Chemicalindices, antioxidant activity and anti-inflammatory effect of extracts of the medicinal rice “Njavara”and staple varieties: A comparative study . Journal of Food Biochemistry Oct 2012. [Epubahead of print].
39. Biju PG, Garg S, Wang W, Choudhry MA, Kovacs EJ, Fink LM, Hauer-Jensen M. Procalcitoninas a predictive biomarker for total body irradiation-induced bacterial load and lethality in mice.Shock. 2012 Aug; 38(2):170-6.
List of Presentations
1. V. Sasikala and Annie Abraham. ‘Antioxidant and Anticataractogenic Potential of Moringaoleifera Lam. Leaves’. International Conference on Emerging Trends in Free Radicals, Antioxidantsand Nutraceuticals on Health, Disease and Radiation Biology held at Department of Biochemistry,University of Kolkata, India, 12-14, January 2012.
2. Janeesh P.A and Annie Abraham. ‘Free radical scavenging and Anti-atherogenic effects ofVigna unguiculata leaves in rabbit models’. International Conference on Emerging Trends inFree Radicals, Antioxidants and Nutraceuticals on Health, Disease and Radiation Biology held atDepartment of Biochemistry, University of Kolkata, India, 12-14, January 2012.
3. Vibin.M and Annie Abraham. “Cellular internalization efficacy and Tumor targeted imaging ofsilica coated CdSe quantum dots”. 2nd International conference on Nanotechnology at AmritaCentre for Nanoscience and Molecular medicine , February 21-23,2012
4. Dhanya .C.R .and Annie Abraham “Inspire camp for school children of Class XI for motivationinto success” at Seraswathi Thyagaraja College , Pollachi, 27 February, 2012.
5. Soumya M.S , Renjini R.P. and Annie Abraham*. ‘In vitro cytotoxicity evaluation of HalogenatedSquaraine on EAC Cells’ in 14th National Symposium on Chemistry held at NIIST, Trivandrum onFebruary 2012.
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6. Rejiya .C.S and Annie Abraham “Nanostructures for Cancer diagnostics and theraphy” at M.E.SCollege, Marampally, Aluva, Ernakulam, March 2012
7. Soumya M.S and Annie Abraham*. ‘Biochemical studies of Squaraine, one of the newly developedphotosensitizers, on Swiss albino mice.’ in the National Seminar on Frontiers in Chemistry held atthe Department of Chemistry, University of Kerala, Karyavattom on April 2012.
8. Asha.R and Annie Abraham* ‘Bioactive derivatives of curcumin attenuate selinate inducedcataract in Sprague Dawley rat pups’ in the National Seminar on Frontiers in Chemistry held at theDepartment of Chemistry, University of Kerala, Karyavattom on April 2012.
9. V. Sasikala and Annie Abraham. ‘Moringa oleifera ameliorates selenite induced cataract bymaintaining the redox homeostasis in organ cultured lens- an in vitro study’. International Seminaron World Bioheritage concerns over climate change with a special reference to ethnic vegetables,BOTANICA 2012, SN College Chempazhanthy, Thiruvananthapuram Sep 7-8, 2012.
10. Janeesh P.A and Annie Abraham. ‘Study on immunomodulatary effect of Poly- L-Lysinenanocapsules on cultured monocytes for Drug delivery applications’.Workshop cumconference on computational biology and pharmaceutics, MLAC Bangalore, November 24-25,2012
11. Dhanya C.R and Annie Abraham. ‘Cellular toxicity studies of Lanthanide doped nanoparticles inA549 (Lung carcinoma) cell lines. Workshop cum conference on computational biology andpharmaceutics, MLAC Bangalore, November 24-25, 2012
12. Renjith R.S. and T. Rajamohan. “Evaluation of antiglycation and antioxidant activities of methanoland ethanol extracts from Cocos nucifera (L.) inflorescence”. Health Science Section. 24th KeralaScience Congress held at Rubber Research Institute of India (RRII), Kottayam. 29-31 January2012. (Oral Presentation).
13. Chikku A.M. and T. Rajamohan. “Protective effect of coconut haustorium against lysosomalenzyme alterations in isoproterenol induced cardiac damage” State level seminar on ‘New RiskFactors of Coronary Artery Disease” at N.S.S College Pandalam . 16,17th February 2012. (OralPresentation).
14. Divya S Mohan, Mini.S & G.Muraleedhara Kurup. Effect of Padina tetrastromatica oncarbohydrate metabolism of high energy fed/streptozotosin treated diabetic rats..Internationalconference on Diabetes and Cancer held at Annamalai University,December 2012.(Best paperaward)
15. Chithranjali.T & G,Muraleedhara Kurup. Anti-angiogenic effect of polyunsaturated fatty acidsfrom marine micro algae Dunaliella salina.. International seminar on sustainable utilization of tropicalplant priomons through biotechnology. December 2012.
16. Harikrishnan R., Abhilash P.A., Syam Das S. and M. Indira Ascorbic acid attenuates ethanolinduced apoptosis within testis “National Conference and 30th Annual Symposium for Reproductivebiology and Endocrionology (SRBCE) on Novel Aspects and Emerging Trends in Reproductionand Endocrinology” during January 30th to February 1, 2012 at Mohanlal Sukhadia University,Udaipur, Rajasthan..
17. Kavitha S., Febi John, Syam Das S. and M. Indira. The Cardioprotective effect of methanolicextract of Ocimum sanctum Linn. “National Conference and 30th Annual Symposium forReproductive biology and Endocrionology (SRBCE) on Novel Aspects and Emerging Trends inReproduction and Endocrinology” during January 30th to February 1, 2012 at Mohanlal SukhadiaUniversity, Udaipur, Rajasthan..
18. Prathibha P., Rejitha S., Harikrishnan R., Syam Das S. and M. Indira.Combined effect of VitaminC and Vitamin E in alcohol induced hepatotoxicity. “National Conference and 30th Annual Symposiumfor Reproductive biology and Endocrionology (SRBCE) on Novel Aspects and Emerging Trends inReproduction and Endocrinology” during January 30th to February 1, 2012 at Mohanlal SukhadiaUniversity, Udaipur, Rajasthan.
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19. Syam Das S., Kavitha S., and M. Indira. In Vitro Immobilisation of Sperms with Aqueous extractof Ocimum basilicum Linn. “National Conference and 30th Annual Symposium for Reproductivebiology and Endocrionology (SRBCE) on Novel Aspects and Emerging Trends in Reproductionand Endocrinology” during January 30th to February 1, 2012 at Mohanlal Sukhadia University,Udaipur, Rajasthan..
20. Febi John, Kavitha S., and M. Indira. Role of high carbohydrate diet in accelerating 5 Lipoxygenasepathway in isoproterenol induced myocardial infarction. National conference on molecular andcellular mechanisms of diseases: organised by Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology,Annamalai University, Tamilnadu during April 2012
21. Divya S Mohan, S. Mini and G. Muraleedharakurup. Effect of Padina tetrastromatica oncarbohydrate metabolism of high calorie fed/ streptozotocin treated diabetic rats. Internationalconference on Diabetes mellitus and cancer , December 14-16,2012, Annamalai University.(Bestoral presentation award)
22. Sneha S Pillai, Saranya J, S. Mini. Protective effect of ethanolic extract of Hibiscus rosa sinensispetals in diabetic heart. International conference on Diabetes mellitus and cancer , December 14-16,2012 at Annamalai University. (Best oral presentation award)
23. Divya B.T, S. Mini. Modulation of reverse cholesterol transport by Butea monosperma barkextract in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats. International conference on Diabetes mellitus andcancer, December 14-16,2012 at Annamalai University.
24. Rajesh R, S. Mini. Oral antidiabetic metformin protects hepatocytes against acetaminophen inducedoxidative damage and necrosis. International conference on Diabetes mellitus and cancer , December14-16,2012 at Annamalai University.
25. Manu M. Joseph, S.R. Aravind, Sheeja Varghese, S. Mini, T.Y. Sreelekha PST- Gold nanoparticlesas an effective anticancer agent with immunomodulatory properties, (ORIBIO 2012, an InternationalFest on Science and Technology, organized by INCITE (International Center for IntellectualTraining and Empowerment. February 29 (2012). (Best oral presentation)
26. Parvathy S, Seena S.S and Mini S. Ethanolic extract of Ensete superbum modulates lipidmetabolism and promotes the expression of ATP-binding cassette trasporters A1 and G1 in diabeticrats”,. National conference on novel aspects and emerging trends in reproduction and endocrinology,Jan 30- Feb 1, 2012 , Udaipur.
27. Nisha P and Mini S .Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effect of flavonoid rich fraction of Musaparadisiaca inflorescence in diabetic complications.. State level seminar on New risk factors ofcoronary artery diseases, NSS College, Pandalam, February 16-17, 2012
28. Nisha P and Mini S. Anti-diabetic potential of flavanoid rich fraction from Musa paradisiacainflorescence on diabetic rats, 24th Kerala Science Congress held at, January 29-31, 2012. Organizedby Rubber Research Institute, Kottayam. (Best poster award in Health science).
29. Rajesh R, Divya B.T and Mini S. Role of reactive oxygen species in synergestic cytotoxicityinduced by oral antidiabetic metformin and acetyl salicylic acid. 30th Annual Symposium of SRBCEand National Conference on Novel Aspects and Emerging Trends in Reproduction and Endocrinology,January 30- February 1st, 2012 at Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, Rajasthan.
30. Shyni.G.L and Dr.Helen A. ‘Anti-inflammatory effect of methanolic extract of JeevaneeyaRasayana in adjuvant induced arthritis’. Kerala Science congress, 30th January 2012, Kottayam.
31. Saja k, P.T. Boban, and P.R. Sudhakaran. Anti inflammatory effect of Boswellic acid involvesdown regulation of MMP-9 in peripheral blood mononuclear cells. 81ST Annual meeting of socityof Biological Chemists, (INDIA).and symposium on Chemistry and Biology: Two weapons againstDiseases, Nov 8-12, 2012 at Science city Auditorium, Kolkata, India.
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List of Conferences/Seminars attended by the Faculty members
Dr.Annie Abraham
1. Delivered an invited lecture on “Nanobiology” for the participation of refresher course in lifescience at Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Kariavattom. July, 2012.
Dr. T. Rajamohan
1. Delivered an invited lecture on “Health Benefits of coconut and it’s products”. Global AyurvedaFestival, Trivandrum. 10th February 2012.
2. Delivered an invited lecture on “Cardioprotective properties of tender coconut water”. Seminarorganized by NSS College Pandalam.16th February 2012.
3. Deliverd an invited lecture on “Coconut oil”. Academic Staff College. University of Kerala.Kariavattom. 12th July 2012.
Dr. M. Indira
1. Presented a paper in the UGC sponsored state level seminar on “New risk factors of coronaryartery disease” held at Department of Biochemistry, N.S.S College, Pandalam, Kerala on February2012.
2. Presented a paper in the National conference on molecular and cellular mechanisms of diseases:organised by Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Annamalai University, Tamilnaduduring April 2012.
3. Chaired a scientific session at “National Conference and 30th Annual Symposium for Reproductivebiology and Endocrionology (SRBCE) on Novel Aspects and Emerging Trends in Reproductionand Endocrinology” during January 30th to February 1, 2012 at organised by the Department ofZoology, Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, Rajasthan.
4. Chaired a scientific section at National conference on molecular and cellular mechanisms of diseases:organised by Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Annamalai University, Tamilnaduduring April 2012.
Dr. S. Mini
1. Delivered an invited lecture on Diabetic dyslipidemia & Cardiovascular diseases, S Mini, Statelevel seminar on New risk factors of coronary artery diseases, NSS College, Pandalam, February16-17, 2012
Dr. A. Helen
1. Refresher course in Life science. UGC, Academic Staff College, University of Kerala. From 01 - 22October 2012
Other activities
Seminars/workshop organized
1. Conducted a Workshop cum Seminar on “Cell Culture Techniques” on March, 2012.
Honours and Awards
2. Dr. Annie Abraham. Nanobiotechnology (DBT) Project entitled ‘Bioconjugation of nanomaterialsand their applications in cancer therapy’ DBT No. BT/PR9904/NNT/28/63/2007 has rated as‘Very Good’ and stands one among the seven selected projects all over the country. It hasrecommended by the high power committee of DBT, Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. ofIndia for further translational research.
3. Dr.G.Muraleedhara Kurup. Marine biotechnology (DBT) Project entitled “Value addedpolymers from shrimp waste” funded by DBT, Ministry of Science & technology/RR 11541/AAQ/03/432/2008. (Rs. 30.74 Lakhs). The progress report was evaluated as ‘Very Good’ andsanctioned for extension with a budget allocation of 10,42,786.00.
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Students who qualified in the NET/CSIR/UGC/Lady Tata Memorial Fellowship
1. CSIR - 5 (Fellowship)
2. UGC - 1
3. Lady Tata - 1
4. NET - 12 (Lectureship)
DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308309
Head of the Department : Dr. Asha Latha S. Nair
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 1 1
Associate Professor 1 1
Asst. Professor 2 3 5
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Courses Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course
M. Sc. Genetics and Plant Breeding
2011-2013 batch 1 10 11
2012-2014 batch 2 9 11
M. Phil. Advanced Botany 1 8 9
Ph. D. Botany 2 23 25
Number of Research Students : 25
Dr. Ashalatha S. Nair, Professor & Head
Position in Academic bodies
1 Dean, Faculty of science
2 Member, Senate
3 Chairman, PG Board of Studies
4 Member, IQAC, University of Kerala
5 Member, Advisory Committee Academic Staff College
1. Conducted a workshop for College teachers for syllabus revision on 7th Jan 2012 at Departmentof Botany, University of Kerala.
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2. Attended the selection committee meeting for the selection of JRF at Department of Geology on27th Feb 2012.
3. Attended the selection committee meeting for the selection of SRF, PDF under PUSUE grantscheme at Center for Geo information Science & Technology on 13th March 2012.
4. Attended selection committee meeting at RGCB for the selection of SRF on 19th March 2012.
5. Attended as subject expert in the selection committee meeting at NSS headquarters, Changanacheryfor selection of Asst. Professor in Botany 24th March 2012.
6. Delivered felicitation during the workshop on Emerging Statistical tools in life sciences organizedby department of Aquatic Biology & Fisheries on 11 April 2012.
7. Presented PG Diploma Program on Biodiversity management at UGC office as part of Innovativeprogramme on 3rd May 2012.
8. Attended Higher Education Council Meeting "Illumina 2012" on 4-5th June 2012.
9. Attended selection committee meeting at University of Kerala for the selection of Asst. ·Professorin Zoology 8th June 2012
10. Attended as subject expert in the selection committee meeting at Devasom Board headquarters,Trivandrum for selection of Asst. Professor in Botany 3rd July 2012.
11. Coordinated the Refresher course in Life Sciences at Academic Staff College, University ofKerala from 5th -26th July 2012.
12. Attended as subject expert in the selection committee meeting at PSC headquarters, Trivandrumfor selection of Vocational School Teachers in Botany on 26th July 2012.
13. Attended the Book Committee meeting at University Library for Selection of Books in life scienceson 6th August 2012
14. Chaired a session on General Presentations during the 8th Kerala Environment Congress at RGCB,Trivandrum 16th Aug 2012
15. Attended as subject expert in the selection committee meeting at SN Trust headquarters, at Cherthalafor the selection of Asst. Professor in Botany 317th Aug 2012 ..
16. Attended as subject expert in the selection committee meeting at PSC headquarters, Trivandrumfor selection of Vocational School Teachers in Botany on 7th Sept. 2012
17. Attended the selection committee meeting for the selection of SRF, PDF under PUSUE grantscheme at Center for Geo information Science & Technology on 10th Dec 2012.
18. Attended selection committee meeting at Department of Biochemistry for the selection of JRF on19th Dec 2012
Invited lectures presented in International/national seminars
1. Nair A. S (2012) "Applications of Molecular Cytogenetics" at UGC Sponsored National Symposiumat Pyannur College, Pyannur, Kerala or. 5th Jan 2012.
2. Nair A. S. (2012) "Impact of biotechnology on biodiversity conservation" International Symposiumon Biodiversity and Conservation, March 2-4th 2012 SV University, Tirupati, India
3. Nair A. S. (2012) "Scientific writing", University College, Trivandrum on 27th March 2012.
4. Nair A. S. (2012) "Better Graduates for Better Tomorrow" by Pearson Education Group atTrivandrum on 7th September 2012
5. Nair A. S. (2012) "Cell Suspension Culture and secondary Metabolites" at Winter school at MaduaraiKamaraj University 11 Oct 2012
Publications
1. Gayathri T and Nair A. S. (2012) Isolation, Purification and Characterization of PolygalacturonaseEnzyme From Ripened Fruits of Musa acuminata Cultivar From Kerala (Musa acuminata cv.Palayankodan) Journal of Physiology and Molecular biology of plants (under review)
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2. Nair A. S, Pat Heslop Harrison & Trude Schwarcher, Production of haploid tissues and SNPanalysis of the genome in Musa acuminata cv. 'Matti'(AA), J Crop Science & Biotechnology(Submitted)
Dr. P. M. Radhamany, Associate Professor
Papers Published
1. Ranjusha, A.P., Gangaprasad, A and Radhamany, P.M 2012 In vitro shoot multiplication fromshoot-tip and nodal explants of Rauvolfia serpentine (L.) Benth. ex. Kurz., a endangered medicinalplant IJBPAS. Vol:l(8)1101-1108
2. R.S. Nisha Raj, Radhamany, P.M 2012 Pharmacognostic and physicochemical analysis on theleaves of Brunfelsia americana L. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical, Biomedicine S305-S307
3. Shirmila Jose G and Radhamany, P.M. 2012 Identification and determination of antioxidantconstituents of bioluminescent mushroom, Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine. S386-S39l
4. Brijithkumar, P. K., Nisha Raj R.S., Ferny K. Haneef. and Radhamany P.M. 2012 Studies on thepollen -pistil interaction and biochemical analysis of incompatibility in Ananas comosus var. comosus(Pineapplae) and Ananas nanus (Bromeliaceae). The International Journal of Plant ReproductiveBiology 4: 15-21
5. Louis, C.F., Raj, R.S.N and Radhamany, P.M (2012) Identification and characterization ofincompatibility factors in Hamelia patens Jacq. (Rubiaceae) The Journal of Horticultural Science& Biotechnology 87: 531-538
6. Remya Krishnan,V., Shirmila Jose, G and Radhamany, P.M 2012 Pharmacognostic investigation ofHybanthus enneaspermus Linn. International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacological Research4: 77-80
7. Deepthymol and Radhamany P.M. 2012 Phytochemical and proximate studies of Tamilnadia uliginosa(Retz.) Journal of Pharmacy Research 5: 3530-3532
Papers Accepted for Publication
1. Ranjusha, A.P , Gangaprasad, A and Radhamany, P.M ':'013 Pollen morphology and in vitro pollengermination of Rauvoljia hookeri Srinivasan & Chithra - a rare and endemic plant of southernWestern Ghats, India. International Journal of Plant reproductive Biology (in press)
Seminar presentations
1. Chithra, K and Radhamany P.M. 2012 Sexual polymorphism in Carica papaya L. 2012. Internationalseminar on world heritage concerns over climate change, with special reference gto ethnicvegetables. Organized by Department of Botany S.N. College, Chempazanthy.
2. Deepthimol, M.J and Rdhamany, P.M. 2012 Pharmacognostical and preliminary phytochemicalinvestigation of Randia uliginosa DC (Tiruvengadam and sastre) Rubiaceae. International seminaron world heritage concerns over climate change; with special reference to ethnic vegetables.Organized by Department of Botany S.N. College, Chempazanthy.
3. Renjumol, R and Radhamany, P.M. 2012 Histochemical localization of phytochemicals in Perseamacrantha (Nees) Kosterm (Lauraceae). International seminar on world heritage concerns overclimate change, with special reference to ethnic vegetables. Organized by Department of BotanyS. N. College, Chempazanthy.
4. Shirmila Jose G and Radhamany P.M. 2012 Diversity of wild mushrooms in the healthy foodculture of peoples in the Kalliyoor village, Trivandrum district. Accepted for presentation in NationalBiodiversity Congress, Thiruvananthapuram
5. Chithra, K and Radhamany P.M. 2012 Diversity of floral characters in Carica papaya L. Acceptedfor presentation in National Biodiversity Congress, Thiruvananthapuram
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Accepted for Seminar presentation
1. Nisha Raj, R.S; Radhamany, P.M and Valsaladevi, G 2012. mRNase based incompatibility inBrunfelsia americana L. Accepted for presentation in Kerala Science Congress, 2013
2. Renjumol, Rand Radhamany, P.M 2012 Antioxidant activity of leaf and bark of Persea macrantha(nees) kosterm. Lauraceae. International Seminar on Recent Biochemical Approaches inTherapeutics Jan 9-11, Department of Biochemistry, University of Kerala.
Dr. A. Gangaprasad, Assistant Professor
Academic & Research activities:
In vitro phytochemical and molecular studies in Rauvolfia hookeri Srinivas and Chithra; a rare andendemic medicinal plant of southern Western Ghats' were carried out. In vitro regeneration protocolwas standardized.
In vitro regeneration protocol was standardized for Morinda reticulata Gamble (Rubiaceae) anendemic and endangered medicinal plant of Western Ghats
Floristic diversity analysis of a scared grove Ellathu kavu, Cherthala, Alappuzha district was carriedout
Accompany the M.Sc 2 semester students to a study tour programme to College of Agriculture,Agriculture University, Vellayani on 2nd August 2012.
Edited a workshop manual on 'Micro RNA Technology' in connection with the Workshop on MicroRNA technology organized by the State Inter University Centre for Genomics and Gene Technology,University of Kerala, Kariyavattom during 26-30th November 2012.
Participated in the UGC Sponsored Refresher Programme (Environmental Sciences) from 01-02-2012 to 22-02-2012 organized by Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Kariyavattom andobtained Grade A.
Final Technical Report submitted to the funding agency
Final technical report of the Kerala State Council for Science and Technology and Environmentsponsored project entitled 'Micropropagation of selected rare and exquisite orchids of Agasthyamala,a biodiversity hot spot in the Western Ghats' and Kerala State economic affair Department (WesternGhats Cell ) sponsored project entitled 'Conservation through micropropagation of selected rareand endangered Rauvoljia spp. of Western Ghats' were prepared and submitted to the fundingagencies.
Ph.D. awarded under my guidance during the period
'The phylogenetic analysis of family 19 chitinase producing Actinobacteria from the selected sacredgroves of Kerala and evaluation of their antifungal properties'. By Ranju Krishna V. (Biotechnology)
Ph.D. thesis submitted to the University of Kerala under my guidance
'Characterization, conservation and phytopharmacological evaluation in Geophila repens L. BySumitha V.R. (Botany)
Ph. D synopsis submitted to the University of Kerala
'Prevalence of multiple drug resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa (MDRP A) in clinical samples andefficacy of selected phytoingredients used in Ayurvedic formulations against MDRPA'. ByJayachandran V.P. (Part time Research scholar in Biotechnology).
One M.Phil dissertation guided
Two M. Sc dissertations guided during the period
Floristic diversity of Ellathukavu, Alappuzha district, Kerala State submitted by Renjini Rajan
Tissue culture studies in Morinda reticulata Gamble, an endemic, endangered species of WesternGhats submitted by Renji R. Nair
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Currently four M.Sc students working under my guidance for their M Sc dissertation
Member in academic bodies:
Member, Board of Studies in Microbiology (Pass), University of Kerala
Nominated as Member, Board of Studies in Biotechnology (PG) University of Kerala. Nominatedas Convener, Technical Committee, Centre for Genomics and Gene technology, Department ofBiotechnology, University of Kerala, Kariyavattom constituted· by University of Kerala
Nominated as member, an expert committee constituted by the Director, Museum and Zoo, Govt.Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram for identifying, conserving and replacing the rare trees of Museumand Zoo campus, Thiruvananthapuram.
External examiner to conduct M.Sc second semester practical examination and theory papervaluation of Department of Botany, Calicut University 8-8 2012 to 9-8-2012 External expert forthe selection of Research Fellows in various research project in Centre for Earth Science studies,Thiruvananthapuram and Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute, Palode,Thiruvananthapuram
Selection board member for selection of Research Associates in the Centre for Genomics andGene technology, Department of Biotechnology, University of Kerala, Kariyavattom constitutedby University of Kerala
Class coordinator M.Sc Genetics and Plant Breeding 2010-2012 batch Executive member, KeralaUniversity Botany Alumni Association (KUBAA)
Field exploration trips under taken
Plant collection trips were conducted to different forest areas Viz, Amboori, Ponmudi, Cherthalai,Thenjipalam and collected medicinal plants for various research purpose.
Organizing committee member of seminars/symposia/workshop
Organizing committee member, 'Inculcate 2012 (Science propagation programme Govt of Kerala)Four day residential training programme organized by University Kerala during January 2012.
Organizing committee member, 'Inspire 2012' organized by University Kerala during 226, May2012.
Organized a Workshop on 'Micro RNA Technology' during 26-30th November 2012 at State InterUniversity centre for Genomics and Gene Technology, University of Kerala, Kariyavattom
Attended as resource person (Project evaluator) of the Refresher course in Life science conductedby the Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Kariyavattom.
Participation in symposia/seminars/workshops
Attended 'and presented a paper in the first National Biodiversity Congress -India held during 27-30 December 2012 at Kanakakunnu Palace, Thiruvananthapuram.
Attended and presented a paper in the third International :Seminar on 'Sustainable utilization oftropical plant biomass through biotechnology' organized by the Department of Biotechnology andResearch, K.V.M. College of Engineering & IT, Cherthala during 13th -15th December 2012. .
Invited lectures in academic for a
Delivered an invited lecture in the two day national seminar on 'Advances in Biological Science'organized by the Department of Botany, Govt. College, Kasargod on the topic 'Western Ghatsorchids and their conservation'
Best Paper award
Sumitha V.R., A. Gangaprasad and G.M.Nair 2012. Evaluation of crude extracts of Geophilarepens (L.) Johnst. for its hepatoprotective and anticancer activity. International seminar on 'World
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Publications: Research papers
Mohan VC, Lekshmi GM and Gangaprasad A 2012. In vitro antioxidant activity of the methanolicroot, stem and leaf extracts of Ophiorrhiza mungo L. International J. Biology, Pharmacy and AlliedScience (IJBPAS) 1 :529-536.
Jayachandran VP, Chayani N, Nair S and A. Gangaprasad 2012. A study on the prevalence ofmultiple drug resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa (MDRP A) among clinical isolates and efficacyof water extracts of selected medicinal plants against MDRP A. International 1. Biology, Pharmacyand Allied Science (IJBPAS) 1(6): 857-869
N. T. Sibin and Gangaprasad A. 2012. Embryo culture of Rhynchostylis retusa, an exquisite orchidof Western Ghats. International J. Biology, Pharmacy and Allied Science (lJBPAS) 1(7): 973-981
Ranjusha A.P., P.M. Radhamany, A. Gangaprasad and G. M. Nair 2012. In vitro shoot multiplicationfrom shoot tip and nodal explants of Rauvolfia serpentina (L.) Benth. Ex Kurz· an endangeredmedicinal plant. International J. Biology, Pharmacy· and Allied Science (IJBPAS) 1(8): 1101-1108.
Jayachandran VP, Chayani N., Nair S and A. Gangaprasad 2012. Anto pseudomonal efficacy ofextract of selected medicinal plants used in Ayurvedic formulations to multiple drug resistantPseudomonas aeruginosa (MDRPA) isolates from wound infections.· 1. Pharmaceutical andScientific Innovation 1: 66-70
Ranjusha A.P. P. M. Radhamany, A. Gangaprasad 2012. In vitro shoot multiplication -from shoottip and nodal explants of Rauvolfia serpentina (L.) Benth. Ex Kurz an endangered medicinal plant.Eleventh All India Conference on Cytology and Genetics. Organised by Society of Cytologists andGeneticists, India and Bangalore University during 23rd - 26th January. pp. 93
Gangaprasad A. William Decruse S and Seeni S. 2012. Restoration of rare and exquisite orchids ofWestern Ghats multiplied through green pod culture. International Conference on 'Advances inBiological Science' Organized by the Department of Biotechnology and Microbiology, InterUniversity Centre for Biosciences, Kannur University during 15th - 15th March 2012. pp. 215
Sumitha V.R., A. Gangaprasad and G.M.Nair 2012. Evaluation of crude extracts of· Geophilarepens (L.) Johnst. for its hepatoprotective and anticancer activity. International seminar on 'Worldbioheritage concerns over climate change, with special reference to ethnic vegetables' Organisedby The Department of Botany, SN. College, Chempazhanthy, Thiruvananthapuram during 7th - 8thSeptember 2012. pp. 48-49
Roshini L.S., Siril E.A. and A. Gangaprasad 2012. Evaluation of variability in Bacopa monnieri(L.) Pennell. Using morphological and biochemical markers. International seminar on 'Worldbioheritage concerns over climate change, with special reference to ethnic vegetables' Organisedby The Department of botany, SN. College, Chempazhanthy, Thiruvananthapuram during 7th - 8thSeptember 2012. pp. 65
Renjini Rajan and A. Gangaprasad 2012. Floristic diversity of Ellathukavu, Alappuzha district,Kerala State. International seminar on 'World bioheritage concerns over climate change, withspecial reference to ethnic vegetables' Organised by The Department of Botany, SN. College,Chempazhanthy, Thiruvananthapuram during 7th - 8th September 2012. pp. 72-73
Lekshmi G.M. and A. Gangaprasad 2012. Plant regeneration via somatic embryogenesis inOphiorrhiza pectinata Arn. (Rubiacae). International seminar on 'World bioheritage concerns overclimate change, with special reference to ethnic wgetables' Organised by The Department ofBotany, SN. College, Chempazhanthy, Thiruvananthapuram during 7th - 8th September 2012. pp.83-84
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Lekshini G.M. and A. Gangaprasad 2012. Plant regeneration via somatic embryogenesis inOphiorrhiza pectinata Arn. (Rubiacae). National Conference on Phytomedicine. Organized byDepartment of Botany, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore during 4th - 5th October 2012. pp. 156.
Ranjusha A.P. P. M. Radhamany, A. Gangaprasad 2012. In vitro propagation of Rauvoljia hookeriSrinivas & Chithra through shoot tip culture and assessment of genetic fidelity by RAPD analysis.International Symposium and XXI Annual Conference of Indian Association for AngiospermTaxonomy on innovative Prospects in Angiosperm Taxonomy (ISIPAT 2012) Organised byDepartment of Botany, Sant Gadge Baba Amaravati University, Amaravati, Maharasta duringOctober 28-30 2012 pp.
Anjusha S. and A. Gangaprasad 2012. Comparative study of Curcuma aromatic Salisb. And C.urcuma xanthorrhiza Roxb. (Zingiberaceae). International seminar on 'World bioheritage concernsover climate change, with special reference to ethnic vegetables' Organised by The Departmentof Botany, SN. College, Chempazhanthy, Thiruvananthapuram during 7th - 8th September 2012.pp. 104
Gangaprasad A. 2012. Rapid in vitro multiplication of Eulophia cullenii (Wight) Blume a rare,endemic and exquisite orchid of southern Western Ghats. Proceedings of the third Internationalseminar on 'Sustainable utilization of Tropical Plant Biomass through Biotechnology 'SUPBT 2012during 13th - 15th December 2012. pp. 154-155.
Anjusha S. and A. Gangaprasad 2012. Micropropagation of an exquisite orchid, Acampe rigid a(Buch.-Harn. ex J.E. Sm.) P. F. Hunt., through embryo culture. First National Biodiversity CongressNBC 2012 National Biodiversity Conference Organized by National Biodiversity Authority, India,Kanakakkunnu Palace, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala during 27th -30th December 20l2. pp.29
Dr. S. Suhara Beevy, Assistant Professor
Workshops/Training attended
One Day Workshop on Biostatistics (SPSS) -Applications in Biological Sciences October 19,2012organized by Kerala University Botany Alumni Association and the Department of Botany, Universityof Kerala at the Department of Botany, University of Kerala.
Workshop on Emerging Statistical tools in Life Science from 11-13 April 2012 organized by theDepartment of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, University of Kerala, Kariavattom
Bagged best paper award for the paper "Intraspecific crossability studies in Momordica charantia"in the Genetics and Breeding session' of the National Seminar on Genetics, Breeding andBiotechnology organized (Dec.) by the· Inter University Centre for Plant Biotechnology, Universityof Calicut and Gregor Mendel Foundation
Seminar / Symposium presentations
1. Beena, V.L. and Beevy S.S. 2012. Intraspecific variations in Passiflora foetida L. (Passifloraceae)in the Inter National Seminar on World Bioheritage Concerns over climate change, with a specialreference to Ethnic Vegetables, organized by Sree Narayana College, Chempazhanthy Sept.7-8.
2. Akhila H and Beevy S.S. 2012. Characterization of Sesamurn alatum Thonn. Anew record to theflora of Kerala, in the International Symposium and XXII Annual Conference of Indian Associationfor Angiosperm Taxonomy on Innovativ.e Prospects in Angiosperm Taxonomy (ISIPAT- 2(12),organized by the Department of Botany, Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, Oct.28-30.
3. Beevy S.S. and Bai H.N.2012. Intraspecific diversity in M01J'lordica charantia (Cuctirbitaceae).in the International Symposium and XXII Annual Conference of Indian Association for AngiospermTaxonomy on Innovative· Prospects in Angiosperm Taxonomy (I SIP AT - 2012), organized by theDepartment of Botany, Sant GadgeBaba Amravati University, Oct.28-30.
4. Shaina T. J. and Beevy S.S. 2012. Role of home gardens in the conservation of genetic diversity.A case study of Coccinia grandis (L.) Voight (Cucurbitaceae), in the International Symposium and
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XXII Annual Conference of Indian Association for Angiosperm Taxonomy on Innovative Prospectsin Angiosperm Taxonomy (ISIPAT- 2012), organized by the Department of Botany, Sant GadgeBaba Amravati University, Oct.28-30.
5. Raichal S.A. E.A. Siril and Beevy S.S.2012. Analogy of cytological and molecular markers in thegenetic diversity assessment in Amorphophallus.Blume Ex Decne in the International Symposiumand XXII Annual Conference of Indian Association for Angiosperm Taxonomy on InnovativeProspects in Angiosperm Taxonomy (ISIPAT- 2012), organized by the Department of Botany,Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, Oct.28-30.
6. Beegum J.G.R. and Beevy S.S. 2012. Nutritive and antinutritive properties of Boerhavia diffusa L.in National Conference on Phytomedicines organized by Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, October4-5.
7. Raichal S.A. E.A.Siril and Beevy S.S. 2012. Comparison between morphological and molecularmarkers in the analysis of genetic diversity in 1.:Ilorphophallus Bliue ex Decne. in the 16th TriennialSymposium. International Symposium for Tropical Crops. The Roots (and Tubers) of Development& Climate change: Book of abstracts! conference Programme. 23-28. Sept., organized by FederalUniversity of Agriculture. Abeokuta; Ogun State, Nigeria
8. Akhila Hand Beevy S.S. 2012. Morphological and palynological investigation of the wild andcultivated species of Sesamum L. in the Eleventh All India Conference on Cytology and GeneticsJan. held at Bangalore University ,
9. Beevy S.S. and Bai H.N.2012. Morphological and cytogenetic characterization ofthe inter varietalhybrid of Momordica charantia in the Eleventh All India Conference on Cytology and GeneticsJan. held at Bangalore University.
Papers
1. Bai B.N. and Beevy S.S. 2012. Characterization of Intraspecific F1 hybrids of Momordica charantiaL. based on morphology, cytology and palynology. Cytologia 77 (3): 1-10 (in Press).
2. H. Akhila and Beevy S.S. 2012. Sesamumalatum Thonn. (Pedaliaceae) - a new record for theFlora of Kerala. J. Ind. Bot. Soc. (in Press).
Dr. E. A. Siril, Assistant Professor
Workshops/training programmes attended
1. A short term training course on 'Bioprospecting of Medicinal Plants: A Biotechnological approach'Organized by Dept. of Botany, Bharathiyar University, Coimbatore on March 1 to 16,2012
2. National workshop on 'Emerging Statistical tools in Life Sciences' held from April 11 th -13th 2012at the Department of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, University of Kerala.
3. Attended Mid Term Group Review Workshop 2012 organized by the UGC, New Delhi on November9, 2012
Research Papers published
1. Siril, E. A. and Nisha Joseph (2012) Micropropagation of annatto (Bixa orellana L.) from maturetree and assessment of genetic fidelity ('micropropagated plants with RAPD markers, Physiologyand Molecular Biology of Plants, DOl lO.l007/sl2298-012-0150-6 (Springer publication)
2. Devi Priya M. and E.A. Siril (2012) Pharmacognostic studies on Indian Madder (Rubia cordifoliaL.), Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry 1 (5): 113 -120
3. Sreeranjini, S. and E.A. Siril (2012) Field Performance and genetic fidelity evaluation ofMicropropagated Morinda citrifolia L. Indian Journal of Biotechnology (Communicated, In revision)
Seminar Abstracts/Extended abstracts/Proceedings
1. Nisha Joseph, E.A. Siril & Nair, G.M. (2012) Evaluation and selection of elite annatto. Presented(oral) in 24th Kerala Science Congress, to be held at RRI, Kottayam on January 29-31,2012.
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2. Nisha Joseph, E.A Siril and G.M. Nair (2012). The evolution of floral colour polymorphism andreproductive success in annatto (Bixa orellana L.)~ Presented (oral) in National Seminar on'Biodiversity- Its conservation for sustainable future, held at St. Thomas College, Ranni,Pathanamthitta, Kerala on March 27-28,2012.
3. Shiji P.C. and E.A. Siril (2012) Morphological variability of henna (Lawsonia inermis L.) collectedfrom Kerala state, India, Presented (oral) in National Seminar on 'Biodiversity- Its conservationfor sustainable future, held at S1, Thomas College, Ranni, Pathanamthitta, Kerala on March 27-28,2012.
4. Shirly Raichal Anil, Siril, E.A. & Suhara Beevy, S (2012) Comparison between morphological andmpossium on molecular markers in the assessment of genetic diversity in Amorphophallus Blume.Ex. Decne. In 16th Triennial Symposium on the Roots (and tubers) of development and climatechange' organized by International Society for Tropical Root Crops held on September 23-28, 2012at Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta Orgun State, Nigeria.
5. Devipriya M. and E.A. Siril (2012). In vitro propagation of Rubia cordifolia L using nodal segments.National Seminar on 'Biodiversity Conservation' organized by S1, Thomas College, Ranni, Keralaon March 28-30,2012.
6. Sirily. E.A., Sreeja, J. and Rajalakshmi, R. (2012) Micropropagation of Rubia cordifolia Linn., - Amedicinal Herb from Western Ghats, India. Presented in International Seminar on "World BioheritageConcerns over Climate Change, with a special reference to Ethnic Vegetables" organized by theDepartment of Botany at Sree Narayana College, Chempazhanthy, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala,South India from the 7th to 8th of September 2012. '.
7. Shirly Raichal Anil, E.A. Siril and S. Suhara Beevy (2012) Analogy of cytological and molecularmarkers in the genetic diversity assessment in Amorphophallus Blume ex Decne. Presented (oral)International Symposium and XXII Annual Conference of IAAT on "Innovative Prospects inAngiosperm Taxonomy" ISIPAT- 2012 held on 28-30 October, 2012 at P.G. Department of Botany,Sant Gadge Baba Amravti University Amravati, Maharashtra, India. . .
8. Sree Ranjini, S. and E.A. Siril (2012) Anthraquinone production from callus and cell suspensioncultures of Morinda citrifolia L. Presented (oral) in International Seminar on "World Bioheritage
Concerns over Climate Change; with a special reference to Ethnic Vegetables" organized by theDepartment of Botany at Sree Narayana College, Chempazhanthy, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala,South India from the 7th to 8 of September 2012. .
9. Roshni, L.S. and E.A. Siril and Gangaprasad, A. (2012) Evaluation of variability in Bacopa monnieri(L.) Pennell. Using Morphological and Biochemical markers, Presented (oral) in InternationalSeminar on "World Bioheritage Concerns over Climate Change, with a special reference to EthnicVegetables" organized by the Department of Botany at Sree Narayana College,. Chempazhanthy,Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, South India from the 7th to 8th of September 2012.
10. Saranya Krishnan and E.A. Siril (2012) Micropropagation of Oldenlandia umbellate L. Presented(poster) in International Seminar on "World Bioheritage Concerns over Climate Change, with aspecial reference to Ethnic Vegetables" organized by the Department of Botany at Sree NarayanaCollege, Chempazhanthy, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, South India from the 7th to 8th of September2012.
11. Shiji P.C. and Siril, E.A. (2012) Morphological variability of Henna (Lawsonia inermis 1.) collectedfrom Kerala state, India, Presented (oral) in International Symposium and XXII Annual Conferenceof IAAT on "Innovative Prospects in Angiosperm Taxonomy" ISIPAT- 2012 held on 28-30 October,2012 at P.G. Department of Botany, Sant Gadge Baba Amravti University Amravati, Maharashtra,India.
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No. of PhDs awarded under his Guidance: ONE
Title of the thesis: 'Studies on improvement of Annatto (Bixa orellana Linn.) and production ofquality planting materials using both conventional and biotechnological tools' by Ms. Nisha Joseph
No. of thesis submitted under his Guidance: ONE
Submitted Final Technical Report of the Project Evaluation and propagation of Annatto (BixaorellanaL.) - A food dye yielding plant to Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment,Trivandrum.
Inaugurated Botany Association activities of the Dept. of Botany, Marthoma College, Thiruvalla,and delivered inaugural lecture on. 'Production of Anthraquinones Through Plant Cell CultureTechnology' on December 17,2012.
Dr. Bindhu R. Nair, Assistant Professor
Research Papers published in Scientific Journals
1. Lakshmi S.P. and Hindu R N. 2012. Pharmacognostic standardization and phytochemical studiesin Cleome viscosa L. and Cleome burmanni W. & A. (Cleomaceae) Journal of Pharmacy Research5 (2):1231-1235
2. Gayathri G, Hindu R. N. and Babu V. 2012. Analysis of proximate and nutritional composition inleaves of Azima tetracantha Lam. Journal of Pharmacy Research 5 (3):1568-1570
3. Lakshmi M., Hindu R. N. and Chandrasekhara P. 2012. Pharmacognostic evaluation andphytochemical analysis of bark and leaves of Terminalia travancorensis Wight & Am.(Combretaceae) Journal of Pharmacy Research 5(4): 1988-1991
Research Papers presented in seminars/workshops/symposia
1. Meenu, R.M., Rakesh G. Vadhyar, Bindu R. Nand G. Valsaladevi. Screening the genetic variabilityin two cultivated species of Abelmoschus Medik. (Malvaceae). Paper accepted for presentation inthe XI All India Conference on Cytology and Genetics held at Bangalore University, Bangaloreduring 23rd -25th January 2012
2. Lakshmi, M. and Bindu R.N. Physico-chemical analysis of the bark of some selected species ofTerminalia L. (Combretaceae). Paper presented at the international symposium on World bioheritageconcerns over climate change with special reference to ethnic vegetables, Botanica 2012 held atS.N. College, Chempazahanthy during -8th September 2012.
3. Lakshmi, S.P. and Bindu R.N. A comparative study of pollen grains of Cleome viscosa L. and C.burmanni W. & A. (Cleomaceae). Paper presented at the international symposium on Worldbioheritage concerns over climate change with special reference to ethnic vegetables, Botanica2012 held at S.N. College, Chempazahanthy, 7-8th September 2012
4. Soumya S.L. and Bindu R.N. Reproductive characterization of two species of AveerrhoaL.(Oxalidaceae). Paper presented at the international symposiumoll World bioheritage concernsover climate change with special reference to ethriic vegetables, Botanica 2012 held at S.N.College, Chempazahanthy, 7-8th September 2012
5. Lakshmi, M. Sukumaran, M. and Bindu R.N; Phytochemical and antimicrobial properties of theAyurvedic formulation, Triphala and its constituents. Paper presented in the National Conferenceon Phytomedicine held at Bharatiar University, Coimbatore during 4-5th October 2012.
6. Lakshmi, S.P. and Bindu R.N. Radical scavenging potential of Cleome viscosa L. and Cleomeburmanni W. &A. (Cleomaceae). Paper presented in the National Conference on Phytomedicineheld at Bharatiar University, Coimbatore during 4- 5th October 2012 .
7. Gayathri G., Bindu R.N. and Babu V. Invitro cytotoxicity studies of crude extracts of Azimatetracantha on Cervical cancer cell line (He La). Paper presented in the National Conference onPhytomedicine held at Bharatiar University, Coimbatore during 4-5th October 2012
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Seminars/symposia/workshops attended
Attended the XI All India Conference on Cytology and Genetics held at Bangalore University,Bangalore during 23rd-25th January 2012
Attended a workshop on Emerging Statistical tools in Life Sciences organized jointly by theDepartment of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, University of Kerala and KSCSTE from 11th -13thApril, 2012
Dr. R. Rajalakshmi, Assistant Professor
Publications
1. Reshmi GR and Rajalakshmi R, 2012. Drought and UV response in Spilanthes acmella Murr.,(tooth-ach plant) Journal of Stress Physiology & Biochemistry, Vol. 8 No.4, pp. 110-129 ISSN 1997-0838
2. Chithra S and Rajalakshmi R, Diversity analysis of Marigolds - Tagetes L. Pakisthan Journal ofScientific and Industrial Research (in press).
3. Divya S Nair and Rajalakshmi.R Larvicidal Activity of Essential oil from selected plants ofAsteraceae against the Dengue Vector Aedes aegypti L. Journal of Essential Oil Bearing Plants(in press).
Research Papers presented in seminars/workshops/symposia
1. Jeeja Jaya Krishnan and Rajalakshmi.R, 2012 Induction of oxidative stress by the alleopathiceffect of an invasive weed Agerdtum conyzoides· L. during germination of cow pea (Vignaunguiculata L.) seeds. In International seminar on "World Bioheritage concerns over climate change,with a special reference to ethnic vegitables" Sree Narayana College Chempazhanthy,Thiruvananthapuram.
Other noteworthy events of the Department
Organized one day National Workshop on Biostatistics (SPSS): Application in Biological Scienceon 19th October, 2012 jointly with Kerala University Botany Alumni Association.
Conducted annual general body meeting of Kerala University Botany Alumni Association anddistributions of awards was conducted on October 19,2012.
1. Dr. Mariamma Cheriyanjoined as UGC- Post Doctoral Fellow
2. No. of students qualified UGC-CSIR-JRF Examination: 1
3. No. of Ph.Ds produced from the department in 2012: 2
4. No. of students awarded DST-INSPlRE Fellowship:
5. No. of Research Scholars availed DST-PURSE grant fellowship: 1
6. No. of students awarded KSCSTE-Research fellowship: 3
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308782
Head of the Department: Dr.T. S. Anirudhan, M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D.
Designation Male Female Total
Professors 1 — 1
Readers 1 — 1
Lecturer 2 2 4
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Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of course Male Female Total
I M.Sc. 5 10 15
II M.Sc. 2 13 15
M.Phil. 11 11
Ph.D. Full time 3 18 21
Ph.D. Part time 8 9 17
Number of Research Students 23
Percentage of pass : M.Sc. -100%, M. Phil. - 100%, Ph. D. awarded - 6, Ph.d. Thesis submitted - 8
Research Activities
Number of papers published in peer-reviewed journals: 34
Highest total number of citations [ T S Anirudhan > 2500]
Highest impact factor achieved [ T S Anirudhan J. Mat. Chem > 6.0]
Number of externally funded project [ T S Anirudhan U.G.C 1]
Number of students who secured ASPIRE Fellowship: 2 [ Ms. J Parvathy & Mr. P S Arun]
Number of students who secured INSPIRE Fellowship:1 [ Mr. S. Pradeep]
Number of students who secured UGC/CSIR/KSCSTE Fellowship: 3
Number of students who qualified NET: 4
Seminars/Conferences/Workshops/Quiz Competitions
Department of Chemistry Organizes the following Seminars/Conferences/ Workshops /QuizCompetition during 2012
1. National seminar on “Recent Trends in Chemistry” “-2012)’ held on 29 th March 2012. [Organizedby the Staff and Students]
2. National Seminar on “Frontiers in Chemistry (NSFC-2012) held on 25-27 April, 2012 [Convener:Dr. T. S. Anirudhan]
3. National seminar on ‘New Frontiers in Synthetic Chemistry and Nanomaterials (NFSCN-2012)’ on 31 st May 2012. [Organized by the Staff and Students]
4. National level Quiz Competition for Science and Engineering Graduate students on “HydrogenEnergy and Other Renewable Energy Resources” RASATHANTHRA 2012:, conductedon 07 th July 2012. [Convener: Dr S.M.A. Shibli]
5. National Seminar on “Recent Trends in Chemical Sciences: Frontiers and Challenges”held on 25-26 August 2011 [Convener: Dr. T. S. Anirudhan]
6. Work shop on “Student Projects for B.Sc. Chemistry (Core)” Department on 7 th September2012 [Convener: Dr. T. S. Anirudhan]
7. National level Workshop on “Young Researchers on Characterization of Advanced Materials”HEAM CAM 2012, held on 11-12 October 2012. [Convener: Dr Sony George]
8. National Meet of Young Scientists of Hydrogen Energy and Advanced Materials, HEAMSCIENTIST 2012: held on 13-14 December 2012 [Convener: Dr C.V.Suneesh].
Research Areas:
Chemical thermodynamics. Kinetics and catalysis. Polysaccharide based super absorbents forbiomedical and related applications. Reactive and functional copolymers for sensor applications.
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Polymer/clay nanocomposites for separation and analytical applications, Adsorption processes inindustrial wastewater treatment. Mass transfer process in river, ocean/sea and estuarine ecosystems.Renewable energy sources. Corrosion management. Nanomaterial coatings. Biosensors.Nanocatalysts. Photochemistry. Organic synthesis. Bifunctional nanoparticles. Computationalchemistry, Advanced nanomaterials for sensing and catalytic applications.
Externally Funded Research Projects:
1. UGC Project entitled Synthesis and Characterization of Reactive Graft copolymers of DensifiedCellulose with functional Ligands as Supports in Enzyme Immobilization and metal Ions Uptake [37-425/2009 SR] PI Dr T S Anirudhan, Dept of Chemistry, University of Kerala.
Publication in Peer-Reviewed Journals:
Dr T S Anirudhan
1. T S Anirudhan & S. Sandeep ‘Synthesis, characterization, cellular uptake and cytotoxicity of amulti-functional magnetic nanocomposite for the targeted delivery and controlled release ofdoxorubicin to cancer cells” Journal of Materials Chemistry (Royal Society of Chemistry, UK), 12(2012) 12888-12899.
2. T S Anirudhan & S. Sandeep ‘Synthesis and characterization of maleated cyclodextrin-grafted-silylated montmorillonite for the controlled release and colon specific delivery of tetracyclinehydrochloride’ RSC Advances (Royal Society of Chemistry, UK) 2012 DOI: 10.1039/c2ra21093b.
3. T S Anirudhan L.Divya, & J Parvathy “Arsenic adsorption from contaminated water on Fe(III)-coordinated amino-functionalized poly(glycidylmethacrylate) grafted TiO2-densified cellulose”Journal of Chemical Technology & Biotechnology(John Wiley & Sons, Inc) DOI 10. 1002/jctb.39162012.
4. T S Anirudhan S. R. Rejeena, & A. R. Tharun, Preparation, characterization and adsorptionbehaviour of tannin-modified poly(glycidylmethacrylate)-grafted ZrO
2-densified cellulose with strong
adsorbability for bovine serum albumin. Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces (Elsevier) 93(2012) 49-58
5. T S Anirudhan, Jalajamony & S S Sreekumary ‘Adsorption of heavy metal ions from aqueoussolutions by amine and carboxylate functionalised bentonites’ Applied Clay Science (Elsevier)2012 in Press
6. T S Anirudhan, J Nima, S Sandeep & V R N Redheesh “Development of an Amino FunctionalizedGlycidylmethacrylate-Grafted-Titanium Dioxide Densified Cellulose for the Adsorptive Removalof Arsenic(V) from Aqueous Solutions” Chemical Engineering Journal (Elsevier) 209 (2012)362-271.
7. T S Anirudhan, S Rijith & T Shripathi “Evaluation of Iron(III) Chelated Polymer GraftedLignocellulosics for Arsenic(V) Adsorption in a Batch Reactor System” Industrial andEngineering Chemistry Research (American Chemical Society) 51 (2012) 10682-10694.
8. T. S Anirudhan, S Sreekumary & S Jalajamony “An investigation into the adsorption of Thorium(IV)from aqueous solutions by a carboxylate-functionalised graft copolymer derived from titaniumdioxide-densified cellulose” Journal of Environmental Radioactivity (Elsevier) 2012 in Press
9. T S Anirudhan & P G Radhakrishnan, “Development of a First-order Kinetics Based Model,Equilibrium Studies and Thermodynamics for the Adsorption of Methyl Orange onto a LignocellulosicAnion Exchanger” Separation Science Technology (Taylor and Francis) 2012 in Press
10. T S Anirudhan & C D Bringle “Heavy metal interactions with phosphatic clay: Kinetic andequilibrium studies” Chemical Engineering Journal (Elsevier) 2012 in Press
11. T. S Anirudhan & S Jalajamony “Ethyl thiosemicarbazide intercalated organophilic calcinedhydrotalcite as a potential sorbent for the removal of uranium (VI) and thorium (IV) ions fromaqueous solutions” Journal of Environmental Sciences, (Elsevier) 2012 in press
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12. T. S Anirudhan, S Sreekumary & S Jalajamony “Preparation of poly(methacrylic acid)-graftedTiO2-densified cellulose as an adsorbent for the removal of copper(II) ions from aqueous solutionsand industrial effluents” Toxicological & Environmental Chemistry (Taylor & Francis) (2012) inpress.
13. T. S. Anirudhan*, S. R. Rejeena “Adsorption and hydrolytic activity of trypsin on a carboxylate-functionalized cation exchanger prepared from nanocellulose”. Journal of Colloid and InterfaceScience (Elsevier) 381, (2012) 125-136.
14. T S Anirudhan and S. R. Rejeena, Poly(acrylic acid)-modified poly(glycidylmethacrylate)-graftednanocellulose as matrices for the adsorption of lysozyme from aqueous solutions. ChemicalEngineering Journal (Elsevier) 197, 150-152 (2012).
15. T S Anirudhan & S. Rijith, ‘Synthesis and characterization of carboxyl terminated poly(methacrylicacid) grafted chitosan/bentonite composite and its application for the recovery of uranium(VI)from aqueous media’ Journal of Environmental Radioactivity (Elsevier) 106 (2012) 8-19.
16. T S Anirudhan, S. Rijith and V.R. Ratheesh “A highly efficient carboxyl-terminated hybrid adsorbentcomposite matrix for the adsorption of uranium(VI) and thorium(IV) from aqueous solutions andnuclear industry effluents” Desalination and Water Treatment” (Elsevier) 38 (2012) 79-89.
17. T S Anirudhan & A R Tharun “Preparation and adsorption properties of a novel interpenetratingpolymer network (IPN) containing carboxyl groups for basic dye from aqueous media” ChemicalEngineering Journal (Elsevier) 181-182, 761-769 (2012).
18. T S Anirudhan, A R Tharun & S R Rejeena, “Removal and recovery of phosphate ions fromaqueous solutions by amine functionalized epichlorohydrin - grafted cellulose” Desalination(Elsevier) 285 (2012) 277-284.
19. T S Anirudhan & P S Suchithra, “Adsorption Characteristics of Chromium(VI) Ions on Fe(III)-Coordinated Amino- Functionalized Poly(glycidylmethacrylate)-Grafted TiO2-Densified Cellulose”Separation Science Technology (Taylor and Francis) 2012 in Press.
20. Anirudhan, T. S, S Jalajamony & S S Sreekumari “Adsorption Behaviour of Cu(II) Ions fromAqueous Solutions onto 4-Ethyl Thiosemicarbazide Intercalated Organophilic Calcined Hydrotalcite”Journal of Chemical & Engineering Data (American Chemical Society) (2012) in press.
21. T S Anirudhan & P.G. Radhakrishnan “Experimental Studies and Design of Batch Reactor forSorption of Cu(II) Ions onto Polymerized Tamarind Fruit Shell Cation Exchanger” ChemicalEngineering Communications (2012) in press.
22. T S Anirudhan, B.F. Noeline & D.M. Manohar Adsorptive removal of As(III) and As(V) fromwastewaters using an anion exchanger derived from polymer grafted banana stem, Toxicological& Environmental Chemistry (Taylor & Francis) (2012) DOI; 10.1080/02772248.2012.666244.
23. T S Anirudhan, B.F. Noeline & D.M. Manohar . Removal of Cd(II) Ions from Aqueous SolutionUsing a Cation Exchanger Derived from Banana Stem, Journal of Chemical Technology &Biotechnology (John Wiley & Sons, Inc) DOI 10.1002/jctb.2700 2012.
24. T. S. Anirudhan*, & S. R. Rejeena Selective Adsorption of Hemoglobin using Polymer-Grafted-Magnetite Nanocellulose Composite. Carbohydrate Polymer (Elsevier) (2012) in Press.
25. T S Anirudhan, B.F. Noeline & D.M. Manohar . Adsorptive removal of As(III) Ions from industrywastewater using a weak anion exchanger prepared from banana stem, Journal of Applied PolymerScience ( Wiley & Sons, Inc) 125 (2012) E262-E271.
Dr S.M.A. Shibli
1. Merlin, J.P.J., Rajendra Prasad, N., Shibli, S.M.A., & Sebeela, M., Biomedicine and PreventiveNutrition (Elsevier), 2 (1) (2012) pp. 69-76
2. Shibli, S.M.A., Remya, R., & Chinchu, K.S., Materials Research Innovations (Maney), 16 (3)(2012) pp. 186-197
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3. Basheer, R., Ganga, G., Chandran, R.K., Nair, G.M., Nair, M.B., Shibli, S.M.A., AppliedMicrobiology and Biotechnology (Springer) (Article in press).
4. Jose Merlin, J.P., Venkadesh, B., Hussain, R., Rajendra Prasad, N., Shibli, S.M.A., Raj, A.V., &Rajan, S.S., Biomedicine and Preventive Nutrition (Elsevier) (Article in press).
5. Shibli, S.M.A., & Sebeelamol, J.N., International Journal of Hydrogen Energy (Elsevier) (Articlein press).
Dr Sony George
1. Aswathy Joseph, G.L Praveen, K Abha, G.M Lekha, & Sony George ‘ “Photoluminescenecstudy on aminofunctionalized dysprosium oxide-zinc oxide composite bifunctional nanoparticles”Journal of Luminescence (Elsevier) 132 (2012) 1999–2004
2. B. Aswathy, G. S. Avadhani, S. Sujia, & Sony George “Synthesis of â-Cyclodextrin FunctionalizedGold nanoparticles for the Selective Detection of Pb2+ ions from Aqueous Solution” Frontiers ofMaterials Science (Springer) 6 (2) (2012) 168–175
3. Abha Komalam, Lekha Girija Muraleegharan, Suganthi Subburaj, Suji Suseela, Aswathy Babu, &Sony George “Designed plasmonic nanocatalysts for the reduction of eosin Y: absorption andfluorescence study” International Nano Letters (Springer) 2. (2012) 26-29.
Dr. E.G. Jayasree
1. Hnyk, D. & Jayasree, E. G. “Cationic Closo-carboranes 2. Do computed (11) B and (13) CNMR chemical shifts support their experimental availability?” Journal of Computational Chemistry.(Wiley VCH ) 2012. doi: 10.1002/jcc.23176.
1. T. S. Anirudhan, & S. R. Rejeena, Dilu Devarajan “â-Cyclodextrin-Grafted Epoxyaminated-Magnetic Cobalt/Nanocellulose Composites for Targeted Gene Delivery” (National Seminar onFrontiers in Chemistry, 2012) [Received the Best Paper Prize Award].
2. T. S. Anirudhan, & S. R. Rejeena “Immobilization of Trypsin onto Poly(Acrylic Acid)-ModifiedPoly(Glycidylmethacrylate)-Grafted Nanocellulose and its Improved Performance in CaseinHydrolysis” (Kerala Science Congress, 2012)
3. T. S. Anirudhan, Dilu Devarajan, & S. R. Rejeena “Chitosan Crosslinked â-Cyclodextrin GraftedSilylated Magnetic Nanoparticles for Targeted Drug Delivery” (National Seminar on Frontiersin Chemistry, 2012
4. T. S. Anirudhan, & S. R. Rejeena, J. Parvathy “Polymer-Grafted-Magnetite/NanocelluloseSuperabsorbent Composites for the Selective Separation and Recovery of Immunoglobulin fromAqueous Solutions” (National Seminar on Recent Advances in Polymer Science and Technology,2012) [Received the Best Paper Prize Award]
5. T. S. Anirudhan, J. Parvathy, & S. R. Rejeena “Thiolated Chitosan-Polyethylene Glycol blend/Montmorillonite Nanocomposite Formulations for the Oral Delivery of Insulin” (National Seminaron Recent Advances in Polymer Science and Technology, 2012)
Other Noteworthy Events
Ph.D Awarded during 2012
Dr. T. S. Anirudhan 1
Dr. S. M. A. Shibli 1
Ph.D Thesis Submitted during 2012
Dr. T. S. Anirudhan 4
Dr. S. M. A. Shibli 1
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Recognition/Nominations
Dr T S Anirudhan
1. Served as a Coordinator of the Equal Opportunity Cells (UGC).
2. Served as a Chairman of the Technical Committee on Chemical Composition of Toddy, Taxes andExcise Department, Govt. of Kerala.
3. Served as a Vice-Chairman of the Credit and Semester System, University of Kerala.
4. Served as a senate member of CUSAT.
5. Serves a member of academic council of Kerala University and CUSAT.
6. Served as a Subject Expert in several selection committees.
7. Served as a Resource Person for delivering Lectures in several national workshops, nationalseminars and refresher courses.
8. Served as a Convener for organizing two national seminars and one workshop
9. Served as an active member of Advisory Committee on Academic Staff College, University ofKerala.
10. Served as Coordinator of a National Workshop organized by Academic Staff College, Universityof Kerala.
11. Served as a potential reviewer of several international journals and reviewed over 25 papers.
12. Attended several national seminars, conferences and workshops including the national work shoporganized by the NUEPA, New Delhi, and UGC, New Delhi at NUEPA Campus, New Delhiduring 17-21 December 2012.
Dr. S.M.A. Shibli
1. Served as a Convener for organizing a National level Quiz Competition on “Hydrogen Energy andOther Renewable Energy Resources.
2. Served as the President of ‘Indian Association for Hydrogen Energy and Advanced Materials’.
Dr. Sony George
1. Served as a Convener for organizing National level Workshop on “Characterization of AdvancedMaterials”.
2. Served as an external examiner at Kannur University for conducting M.Sc Examinations.
3. Served as a Resource Person for delivering Lecture in a DTE sponsored short term trainingprogram on ‘Recent Trends in Nanotechnology’ at Department of Mechanical Engineering, Collegeof Engineering, Trivandrum.
DEPARTMENT OF DEMOGRAPHY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2341057
Head of the Department Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair
Designation Male Female Total
Professor - - -
Reader 1 - 1
Lecturer - 1 1
Strength of Students as on 31.12.2012
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Name of Courses Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course 3 25 28
M.Phil. - - -
Ph.D. 3 7 10
Extra Curricular Activities
Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair
Organized and Presented a paper on 2011 Census Results: What are the Issues and Challenges inthe National Seminar on Census 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges. by the Dept. of Demography,University of Kerala, at Trivandrum, Jan: 19-21, 2012.
Organised the World population Day Observance on July 11th, 2012.
Gave a Radio Talk on World Population Theme: "Universal Access to Reproductive Health",
Participated in the Discussion on Population Issues in India, organized by the Dooradarsan Kentra,Thiruvananthapuram.
Delivered an Invited talk on "Tables on Houses, Household Amenities and Assets, Census of lndia2011" , in the Data Dissemination Workshop,
Working Paper: "A Study on the Imbalance Sex Ratio in India", Published by the Population ResearchCentre, University of Kerala.
No. of Ph. D. Produced - 3
Anjana A
Quantity and Quality of Ageing - A Sample Based Study
Ali Pezhan
A Study on Demographic and Socio-Economic Characteristics of Handicap Population in Iran
Anusha A
Women’s Health, Work Experience and Social Roles
Miss. Preethi K
1. Participated at the Tenth Conference of Indian Association for Social Sciences and Health held atJawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi during November 21-23,2012
2. Participated at the National Seminar conducted by the Department of Demography, University ofKerala at Thiruvananthapuram during January 19-21, 2012.
3. Attended the monthly seminars of the Department.
Dr. Laya K. S.
1. Paper titled 'The Process of Urbanization in Kerala, India' published in the journal Asian Journal ofResearch in Social Sciences and Humanities, VoI.II, No.VII, July 2012, pp.57-62
2. Paper titled 'Prevalence and Determinants of Unmet Need for Family Planning among Women inIndia', published in the journal Research and Practice in Social Sciences, VoI.7, No.2, February2012
3. Participated and presented a paper at the National Seminar conducted by: the Department ofDemography, University of Kerala at Thiruvananthapuram during January 19-21,2012.
4. Participated as a resource person in the CME Programme on Population and Public Healthconducted by the Department of Community Medicine, Govt. Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram.
5. Attended the monthly seminars of the Department.
Details of the Open Defences Conducted in the Dept. during 2012
1. Mrs. Sandhya B.S., Research Scholar of the Department of Demography on 10th January 2012
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2. Mr. Reji , Research Scholar of the Department of Demography on 19th Jan 2012.
3. Mr. Oomen P. Mathew, Research Scholar of the Department of Demography n 19th April 2012.
4. Ms. Annie George, Research Scholar of the Department of Demography on 28th April 2012.
5. Mrs. Anjana A., Research Scholar of the Department of Demography on 6th July 2012.
6. Mr. Ali Pezhhan, Research Scholar of the Department of Demography on 13th July 2012.
7. Mr. Sreevals, Research Scholar of the Department of Demography on 7th December 2012.
8. Ms. Anusha A, Reseach Scholar of the Department of Demography on 10th December 2012.
DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Conducted the DST sponsored INSPIRE programme for school students in May 2012
Dr. S. N. Kumar
1. Gave two radio talks through All India Radio, Trivandrum on the topics-
a) Mineral deposits of Kerala
b) Clay deposits of Kerala
2. Actively associated with the INSPIRE, 2011 exhibition organized by the Dept. Of Education,Govt. of Kerala in February, 2012
3. Gave three lectures on “Career and Courses in Science, especially Geoscience, after HigherSecondary Education”.
Dr. A. P. Pradepkumar
1. Delivered key note address: Geospatial technologies in disaster mitigation and faster achievementof the goals at the 5th International Summer School and Conference: Applied Geoinformatics forSociety and Environment Johor, Malaysia, 16 – 20 July 2012.
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2. Chaired two sessions (a. Session 1: Disaster and Risk Management 11:30 – 13:00 on 16 July 2012and b. Session 12 09:45 – 11:00) at the 5th International Summer School and Conference: AppliedGeoinformatics for Society and Environment Johor, Malaysia, 16 – 20 July 2012
3. Chaired a session at the LAKE2012: National conference on conservation and management ofwetland ecosystems, MG University, Kottayam Nov 6 – 9, 2012.
4. Visited Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor Bahru, Malaysia (16 – 20 July 2012).
5. Attended the editorial board meeting at INSA New Delhi 30, 31 Jan 2012.
6. Attended the workshop to frame the MSc Geology (CSS) syllabus of MG University 7-9 Feb2012.
Dr. R. B. Binojkumar
1. Acted as a member of the sub-committee of INSPIRE summer camp, conducted by University ofKerala, sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology (DST).
Dr. E. Shaji
1. Gave two radio talks in all India radio Trivandrum
a) About Geopark
b) Quarries and waste disposal potentials.
2. Organized national science day in the Dept of Geology for school students sponsored by KSCSTEwith focal theme clean energy options and nuclear safety on 27-2-2012
3. Completed a KSCSTE sponsored project on “Source characterization of fluoride contamination ingroundwater resources of Chittur block, Palghat district” and final report submitted to the fundingagency
Dr. Sajin Kumar K. S
1. As a resource person imparted awareness to the school students of Pullurampara, Kozhikodedistrict and Youth Task Force of Kavanoor village, Malappuram district regarding Natural Hazards.
Journal Papers Published In 2012
Dr. V. Prasannakumar
1. Evaluation and validation of landslide susceptibility in the Western Ghats if Kerala, India throughGIS- based weights of Evidence Model and Area Under Curve Technique. Journal of GeologicalSociety of India, 2012, 80:515-523
2. Geochemical, magnetic susceptibility and carbon isotropic records across the Frasnian-Famennianboundary at Fuhe, China. Berichte des Institutes für Erdwissenschaften, Karl-Franzens-UniversitätGraz, 2012, 17:53-54
3. Preliminary results on the magnetic susceptibility records along the Frasnian-Famennian Fuhe andDetergent Factory sections, China. Berichte des Institutes für Erdwissenschaften, Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz, 2012, 17:15-16
4. First report of magnetic susceptibility records of Tertiary sediments at Thiruvallam, Kerala, India.Berichte des Institutes für Erdwissenschaften, Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz, 2012, 17:38-39
5. Estimation of soil erosion risk within a small mountainous sub-watershed in Kerala, India usingRevised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE) and geo-information technology. GeoscienceFrontiers, 2012. 3:209-215.
Dr. K. N. Krishnakumar
1. Published a paper titled “Geochemistry of rainwater in and around Cochin – an industrial belt ofKerala” in the journal of Applied Geochemistry.
Dr. A. P. Pradeepkumar
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1. Franz-Josef Behr, Dietrich Schröder, A. P. Pradeepkumar (Editors) Taking the benefits of geographicinformation technologies: Proceedings of the Applied Geoinformatics for Society and EnvironmentConference 2009 (Volume 2) Applied Geoinformatics for Society and Environment (AGSE),Karlsruhe, Germany Publication Date: January 1, 2013 ISBN-13: 978-3943321104
2. Franz-Josef Behr, A. P. Pradeepkumar, Cesar A. Beltran Castanon (Editors) Usage and Benefitsof Geographic Information Technologies: Proceedings Applied Geoinformatics for Society andEnvironment 2010 (Volume 3) Applied Geoinformatics for Society and Environment (AGSE),Karlsruhe, Germany. Publication Date: December 31, 2012 ISBN-13: 978-3943321029
3. Franz-Josef Behr, Moses M. Ngigi, A. P. Pradeepkumar, Mirka Zimmermann (Editors)Geoinformation for a better World: Proceedings Applied Geoinformatics for Society and Environment2011 (Volume 4) Applied Geoinformatics for Society and Environment (AGSE), Karlsruhe, Germany.Publication Date: December 29, 2012 ISBN-13: 978-3943321111.
4. Franz-Josef Behr, A. Abdul Rahman, Mirka Zimmermann, A. P. Pradeepkumar (Editors)Geoinformation - Catalyst for planning, development and good governance: Proceedings AppliedGeoinformatics for Society and Environment 2012 (Volume 5). Applied Geoinformatics for Societyand Environment (AGSE), Karlsruhe, Germany December 27, 2012 ISBN-13: 978-3943321098
5. M.V. Vincy, Brilliant Rajan and Pradeepkumar AP 2012 Geographic information system–basedmorphometric characterization of sub-watersheds of Meenachil river basin, Kottayam district,Kerala, India. Geocarto International 2012, 1–24, iFirst article.
6. Vincy M. V, Brilliant Rajan, and Pradeepkumar A. P. 2012 Water Quality Assessment of a TropicalWetland Ecosystem with Special Reference to Backwater Tourism, Kerala, South India.International Research Journal of Environment Sciences Vol. 1(5), 62-68.
7. Brilliant R, Vincy Mary Varghese, Joby Paul and Pradeepkumar A. P. 2012 Vegetation analysis ofMontane forest of Western Ghats with special emphasis on RET species International Journal ofBiodiversity and Conservation Vol. 4(15), pp. 652-664
Dr. R. Binoj Kumar
1. Groundwater pollution in and around the coastal belt of Anchuthengu, south Kerala, India” NatureEnvironment and Pollution Technology, Vol-11, No-3, September 2012, pp 503-506
2. Spatial evaluation of groundwater quality in Kazhakuttam Block, Thiruvananthapuram district,Kerala. Journal of Geological Society of India. Vol 80, July 2012, pp 48-56
3. Assessment of groundwater pollution based on bacteriological study in Thrissur city, Kerala, India.Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, Vol-11, No-1, March 2012.
Dr. E. Shaji
1. Biju Abraham P & Shaji E. Landslide hazard zonation in and around Thodupuzha-Idukki-Munnarroad, Idukki district, Kerala, India – a geospatial approach. Journal of Geological Society of India(in press)
2. Takahiro Endo & Toshiaki Tsunogae, M. Santosh, Hisako Shimizu & E. Shaji (2012) Granuliteformation in a Gondwana fragment: petrology and mineral equilibrium modeling of incipientcharnockite from Mavadi, southern India, Miner Petrol, DOI 10.1007/s00710-012-0214-x
3. Takahiro Endo, Toshiaki Tsunogae, M. Santosh & E. Shaji (2012) Phase equilibrium modeling ofincipient charnockite formation in NCKFMASHTO and MnNCKFMASHTO systems: A casestudy from Rajapalaiyam, Madurai Block, southern India, Geoscience Frontiers (2012), doi:10.1016/j.gsf.2012.05.005
4. T. Tsunogae, T. Endo, N.O.T. Rakotonandrasana, E. Shaji, R.A. Rambeloson, M. Santosh. NewPan-African incipient charnockite localities from central and southern Madagascar. 2012 IAGRAnnual Convention and 9th International Symposium on Gondwana to Asia.
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A very brief report of the participation of teachers in conference/seminars etc.
Dr. V. Prasannakumar
1. Participated in the UNESCO International Geological Correlation Programme (IGCP 580) onApplications of Magnetic Susceptibility on Palaeozoic rocks at Graz, Austria in June-July 2012 andgave a key note address.
2. Visited the Department of Civil and Geodetic Engineering, Technical University, Munich, and gavea talk on “Reactivated shearing and South Indian Crustal Evolution’.
3. Participated in five days field work in Carnic Alps, Italy and Austria, as a part of the UNESCO-IUGS sponsored IGCP programme on Applications of Magnetic Susceptibility of Palaeozoic rocks.
Dr. S. Anirudhan
1. Attended National seminar on Recent advances and Challenges in Geochemistry and Geophysics:the Indian Scenario, Feb 22-24, presented a paper on “ Major and Rare earth element distributionof Garnets in detritus and source rocks of stream sediment and beach sands of parts of Kerala andTamilnadu- implication of climate on maturity- BHU Varanasi
2. Attended National seminar at Andhra University, Visakhapatnam and presented a paper on Evolutionof South Kerala Sedimentary basins, National seminar on Petro Fest 2012- held on 27-29 Dec 2012.
Dr. S. N. Kumar
1. Kumar, S.N- ‘Role of Geologists of Kerala in Regional Development”- in the National Seminar“Geologists Role in establishing an efficient Nation” GREEN 2012 organized by the Dept. of P.GStudies and Research in Geology, MES College, Ponnani, Malappuram on 17.3.2012.
2. Kumar, S.N, Cyriac Thomas and Longhinos, B- Environmental Components in Primary Education:A Revised Approach in the Offing – in the National Conference on Converging Disciplines: Canadaand India. Organized by UGC Area Study Centre for Canadian Studies, University of Kerala atTrivandrum on 12th and 13th July, 2012.
3. Participated in the International Seminar on DISATER Management organized by ILDM, Govt. ofKerala at Trivandrum on 9.3.2012 and 10.3.2012.
4. Attended the Free Software Workshop held in the Dept. of Geology, University of Kerala,Kariavattom on 11.4.2012.
5. Participated in the National seminar “Higher Education 2.0 – Illumine the Future” organized by theKerala State Higher Education Council at Trivandrum on 4th and 5th June 2012.
6. Attended the State Geological Programming Board Meeting organized by the State Mining andGeology Department on 1.8.2012 in Trivandrum.
7. In the Invited Lecture Series organized by Govt. Ayurveda College, Trivandrum gave four lecturesin Basic Mineralogy and Tools in Mineral Identification to the P.G students.
Dr. K. N. KrishnaKumar
1. Participated in the national seminar on “Recent advances and future challenges in Geochemistryand Geophysics: the Indian scenario” held at the department of geology, Banaras Hindu University,Varanasi and presented a paper entitled “Geochemistry of rainwater in and around Cochin – anindustrial belt of Kerala” from February, 22-24, 2012.
2. Participated in the “International workshop on Disaster risk reduction and contingency planning(Surakshaayanam 2012) jointly organized by Department of Revenue and Disaster Management,Government of Kerala, Kerala state Disaster management authority and Institute of Land disasterManagement during 9th to 10th March 2012 at Thiruvananthapuram.
3. Participated the seminar in connection with the National Science Day 2012 on 27th February 2012with the focal theme: “Clean energy options for Kerala and nuclear safety” organized by theDepartment of Geology, University of Kerala and sponsored by ‘Kerala State Council for Science,Technology and Environment’ with the support of DST, Government of India.
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4. Participated in the workshop on “Free software for better Geospatial Intelligence” sponsored bythe Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment Thiruvananthapuram on 11thApril 2012.
5. Participated and present a paper titled “Impact of Wetland reclamation on local Ground waterlevels in and around Kottayam, Kerala, in LAKE 2012: the national conference on “Conservationand management of wetland ecosystems organized by the school of Environmental sciences,Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam in association with Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.
6. Participated and present a research paper in the national seminar on “Sediments and SedimentaryRocks: Resource potential, Depositional Processes, Implications to Ecosystem and EnvironmentalChanges” on December, 20th-22nd 2012 at Department of Earth sciences Pondicherry University,Pondicherry.
7. Attended the UGC sponsored short term course in Disaster management conducted by theAcademic staff College, University of Kerala, Karyavattom from 14/02/12 to 18/02/12.
Dr. A. P. Pradeep Kumar
1. Brilliant Rajan, Vincy M. V, and Pradeepkumar A. P. 2012 Faunal diversity status of a coastaltourism destination in Kerala, south India. First National Biodiversity Congress 27 – 30 Dec 2012,Kerala State Biodiversity Board, Trivandrum
2. Brilliant Rajan, Vincy M. V, Joby Paul and Pradeepkumar A. P. 2012 Floristic diversity andassociated fauna in a high altitude tourism destination of Western Ghats, Kerala, S India. SecondIndian Biodiversity Congress (IBC 2012) 9-11 December 2012 held at J. N. Auditorium, IndianInstitute of Science, Bangalore
3. 5th International Summer School and Conference: Applied Geoinformatics for Society andEnvironment Johor, Malaysia, 16 – 20 July 2012, UTM Johor Bahru, Malaysia
4. LAKE2012: National conference on conservation and management of wetland ecosystems, MGUniversity, Kottayam Nov 6 – 9, 2012.
5. International Workshop on Disaster Risk Reduction and Contingency Planning (Surakshaayanam2012), 9 – 10 March 2012, Govt of Kerala, Trivandrum
6. One-day European Union 7th Research Framework Seminar, 17 Sept 2012, Taj Vivanta , Trivandrum
7. Four-day Industry Academia Workshop on Technology Imperatives for Exploration and Productionof Oil and Gas, ONGC, Rajahmundry 26—29 March 2012
8. Networking implications for students, alumni and young researchers by Ille C Gebeshuber andOliver Futterknecht 16 – 20 July 2012, UTM Johor Bahru, Malaysia
9. Fuzzy Logic analysis using Map Windows by Bhaskar Pulsani 16 – 20 July 2012, UTM JohorBahru, Malaysia
Dr. R. Binoj Kumar
1. Attended a workshop with the focal theme “ Clean energy options for Kerala and Nuclear saftey“ held as part of National Science Day 2012, held at Trivandrum on 27-02-2012 organised by thedepartment of Geology, University of Kerala.
Dr. E. Shaji
1. Participated and presented a paper in the 24th Kerala science congress held on 29- 31 Jan 2012 atKottayam, Paper Title: Industrial groundwater pollution at Chavara; A case study.
2. Attended as resource person one day workshop on Environment orientation to school education(EOSE) – workshop for development of strategies for implementation; on 21 Feb 2012 organizedby NCERT at Mysore.
3. Participated in one day workshop on free software for better geospatial intelligence on 11-4-2012in the Dept of Geology, University of Kerala.
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Other noteworthy events
Dr. S. N. Kumar
1. Actively assisted the Pro-Vice Chancellor, University of Kerala, in the Centralized Allotment of
students for P.G and U.G Programmes in affiliated colleges of the University.
2. Is a member of the steering Committee of IQAC for NAAC in the University.
Dr. K. N. Krishna Kumar
1. Engaged invited lectures in the department of Environmental sciences to M.Sc Disaster management
students.
Dr. A. P. Pradeep Kumar
1. 100 years of Continental drift (in Malayalam), Malayala Manorama Year Book 2012.
2. International Workshop on Free Software for Better Geospatial Intelligence, 11 April 2012, sponsored
by Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment (Workshops lead by Dr Franz-
Josef Behr, Stuttgart University,, Germany and Sajid Pareeth, IWMI, Colombo, Sri Lanka).
3. Refresher course on Disaster Management at the Academic Staff College, University of Kerala
(14-18 Dec 2012)
4. Reviewer for journals
a. Proc of the INSA
b. International Journal of Geographical Information Science
c. Niugini Agrisaiens
d. Journal of Geological Society of India
e. Socialist Studies: Journal of the Society of Socialist Studies, Canada
Dr. E. Shaji
1. A joint field work has been carried out in Madagascar by a team comprising of Dr. E. Shaji,
Department of Geology, University of Kerala, Kariavattom, Trivandrum, India; Prof. T. Tsunogae
and T. Endo, Graduate School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Tsukuba, Japan;
Dr. N.O.T. Rakotonandrasana, Graduate School of Environment and Information Science, Yokohama
National University, Japan and Prof. R.A. Rambeloson, Universited’Antananarivo, Antananarivo,
Madagascar, during August 2012.
Dr. Sajin Kumar K. S.
1. Reviewer for the springer journal ‘Natural Hazards’
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308303
Head of the Department: Dr. G. Suresh Singh
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 1 0 1
Associate Professor 2 1 3
Assistant Professor 1 2 3
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Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Courses Male Female Total
M.Sc. 6 44 50
M. Phil. 1 9 10
Ph. D. 11 17 28
Number of Research Scholars : 28
Dr. G. Suresh Singh (Associate Professor)
Invited Lectures
1. "Emerging trends in Pure and Applied Mathematics" held at Pope's College, Sayerpuram,Thoothukkudy from September 13-14,2012.
2. "On Mathematics and its Applications", at the Department of Mathematics, University of Calicut,on 15th February 2012.
3. National Conference on "Frontiers of Pure and Applied Mathematics", held at the Madurai DiraviyamThayumannavar Hindu College, Thirunelveli, from March 21122,2012.
4. National Conference on Graph Theory, Algebra and Analysis, held at Sadakathullahappa College,Thirunelveli from 6-7 March 2012.
5. National Seminar on "Recent Trends in Graph theory and its applications held at St. XaviersCatholicate College of Engineering, Kanyakumari District on 29th September 2012.
6. Attended Faculty development programme on "Applications of Mathematics" held at Rajagiri Collegeof Engineering and Technology from 5th -15th December 2012.
Publications
Dr. G Suresh Singh and M. R Harikrishnan , "ON NEIGHBOURHOOD GRAPHS", InternationalJournal of Mathematics, Science and Engineering Applications {JJMSEA) vol. 6, No.VI {November2012) (39-50)
Other Activities
1. Resource person for various Refresher courses conducted by many institutions including AcademicStaff College, University of Kerala.
2. Course Co-ordinator, XXII Refresher Course in Mathematics, UGC-Academic Staff College,University of Kerala (OS.09.2012-26.09.2012)
No. of Ph.Ds produced - 2
Attended 3 National seminars
Dr. A. R. Rajan (Professor & Director, School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences)
1. Organized National Seminar on "Algebra, Analysis and Discrete Mathematics" as Convener of theprogramme during February 2012.
2. Organized University level programmes on celebrations of National Mathematical Year 2012.Workedas Chairman of the Organising Committee of the programme. Organised a Quiz Competitionfor Degree and PG students of Mathematics in all affiliated colleges of Kerala University offeringDegree/PG Mathematics programmes. Organised a Project Competition for students. Conducteda two-day National Seminar on "Number Theory and Ramanujan's contributions "as part of theNational Mathematical Year celebrations.
3. Organised the Inculcate programme of the State Science and Technology Museum as a three dayresidential programme for school children.
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4. Participated in the "National Seminar on Algebra and Discrete Mathematics" at Women's College,Thiruvananthapuram and gave a talk on Group Theory.
5. Participated in the Workshop on 'Talent Enrichment in Mathematics', organized by SCERT andgave a talk.
6. Participated in the National Seminar organized by S P Mahila University, Tirupathy and gave aninvited talk on 'Structure Theory of Semigroups'.
7. Participated in the National Seminar organized by University College, Thiruvananthapuram andgave a talk on computation in groups.
8. Worked as faculty advisor to Full bright scholar Dr. Terri Elliot Thomas and gave special lectureson group theory.
9. Participated in the refresher course for teacher at Calicut University and gave a series of talks ongeneralized inverses in Semigroups and matrices.
10. Worked as Academic secretary of the National Seminar on Algebra and Applications organized byGovt. College, Kattappana and gave a talk on Groupoids and Semigropups.
11. Participated in the National Seminar on Algebra and Number Theory organized by CUSAT andgave a talk on Normal category of inverse semigroups.
Publications
1. Published the proceedings of the National Seminar on Algebra, Analysis and Discrete Mathematicswith Dr. C. Jayasri and Dr. l. John as co-ordinators.
2. Paper titled Normal category of complimented subspaces of a vector space, in the proceedings2012.
3. Linked automata as components of a bio automata (Jointly with Johnsy. S. Prasad}, Bulletin ofAllahabad Mathematics Society 2012
4. Translational hull of group matrix semigroups (Jointly with Johnsy.S. Prasad}. Bulletin of KeralaMathematics Association 2012.
Other Positions held
1. Vice-Chairman, CSS Academic Committee till September 2012
2. Director school of Physical and Mathematical Science from September 2012
3. Editor Asian European Journal of Mathematics, World Scientific
4. Member Board of studies, Calicut University.
5. Member faculty of science CUSAT
Dr. C. Jayasri (Associate Professor
Publications
1. A study on Heisenberg Group - Dr. C. Jayasri and A . Noufal
2. Proceedings of the International Conference on Groupoids, Semigroups and Automata (Universityof Kera!a, TVPM} January 2012, pp 131-136
Positions held
1. Chairperson, Board of studies in Mathematics (P.G} of the Kerala University from 2011 Aprilonwards.
2. External member, Board. of Studies (P.G} in Mathematics of Pondichery University and M.G.University.
Activities
In connection with the National Mathematical year an invited talk was given on Vedic Mathematicsto the students of Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pangode.
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Participated actively in the various activities organized by the department in connection with NationalMathematical year
Attended two National Seminars.
Dr. L. John, Associate Professor
Publications
1. R. S Indu and Dr. l John, "Principal ideal graphs of regular bands", Mathematical Theory andModeling, vol.2, No.9, 2012(59-68).
2. R. S Indu and Dr. l John, "Principal ideal graphs of Rees Matrix Semigroups", InternationalMathematical Forum, Vol. 7 .,2012(2953-2960) .
3. Dr. l John and A N Padmakumari, "Semigroup theoretic study of Cayley graphs of Rees MatrixSemigroup", Journal of the Indian Mathematical Society, Vol. 79, Nos. 1-4, 2012(41-54) .
No. of Ph. Ds produced - 1
Attended two National seminars
Dr. P. Remesh Kumar, Assistant Professor
1. Attended" Inversive Semigroups, National Conference on Algebra and Number Theory(NCANTT2012)", Department of Mathematics, CUSAT, August 2012.
2. Attended "National Seminar on Number Theory and Ramanujan's Contributions (NSNRC-2012)",Department of Mathematics, University of Kerala, December 2012.
3. Attended" National Seminar on Algebra, Analysis and Discrete Mathematics (NSAADM-2012)",Department of Mathematics, February -2012.
4. Attended the 22nd Refresher Course in Mathematics conducted by the Academic Staff College,University of Kerala sponsored by the UGC on September - 2012 .
Publications
1. Dr. Ramesh Kumar P and Jino Ninan-"Some results in R-biordered Set languages. Review BulletinCalcutta. Mathematical Society. 19(2) 333-338,2011.
2. V.P. Archana and Dr. P Ramesh Kumar, Full Expletive Fuzzy languages, International Journal ofAlgebra, voI.6, No.8,393-397,2012.
3. V.P.Archana and Dr. P Ramesh Kumar, Varieties of Some Fuzzy Languages! Advances in Algebra,Vol-S, no. 2,119-124, 2012.
Thalmi B, Assistant Professor
National Seminar-"Higher Education 2.0-Illuminate the future "organized by KSHEC on June 4-5,2012 at Thiruvananthapuram.
NTM workshop on reviewing existing translation of 'Principles of Mathematical Analysis' inMalayalam on 22nd and 23rd November 2012 at NTM, Mysore.
Treasurer for the two seminars organized by the department in 2012 namely National Seminar onAlgebra, Analysis and Discrete Mathematics and National Seminar on Number Theory andRumanian's contributions.
Manju V. N, Assistant Professor
Attended the National Seminar on "Number Theory and Ramanujan's contributions' held on 13-14December 2012, conducted by the Department of Mathematics, University of Kerala.
Extra Curricular Activities of the Department
This year Professor John Meakin, University of Nebraska, USA made a one week visit to ourdepartment and gave a series of lectures.
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As a part of the National Mathematical Year celebrations, the Department organized several kindsof activities. A Quiz competition for college students was conducted at FMN College, Kollam. Aproject presentation competition for college students was conducted at . S. D college, Alappuzha.Finally, for the conclusion part of the celebration, a two-day National Seminar was held in theDepartment.
The Department also arranged a Fullbright teacher exchange programme in which Dr. Terri ThomasElliot, USA, spent 3 months in the department.
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
1 One session of the INSPIRE program was conducted in the Department which included lecturesand laboratory visit by the participants of the INSPIRE camp.
Activity of Faculty members
Dr.C.I Muneera
Research activities
Development of advanced solid-state NLO materials, comprising organic/ inorganic PVAbased nanocomposites which can afford several diverse applications ranging from opticalpower limiting to organic light emitting diodes (OLED’s) and display technologies.
Topics of Research Interest:
Nanophotonics, NLO properties of organic materials, Development of multifunctionalpolymernanocomposites
Ph.D. guidance:
Thesis submitted – 4 (one is awaiting award of the degree)
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1. Poly(vinyl alcohol) nanocomposites with organic dyes as efficient nonlinear optical materials:structure and properties ( P. G. Louie Frobel, February 2012)
2. Nonlinear optical properties of organic materials suitable for certain optoelectronic systems –PrasannaKumari S. S (June 2012)
3. Determination of Nonlinear optical properties of certain organic materials using Z-scan method –Maya Devi. S (August-2012)
4. Organic Dye-PVA Nanocomposites for Photonic Applications: Structure, Morphology, Linear andNonlinear Optical Properties – Sreeja S. (September 2012)
synopsis submitted -1
currently working for the degree -2
M Phil. Degree : awarded- 1, submitted - 2
Publications
Papers communicated for publication
1. “ Poly (vinyl alcohol) nanocomposites with indigo carmine dye: structure, morphology and nonlinearoptical properties”, S. Sreeja, P. G. Louie Frobel, N. Smijesh, Reji Philip, C. I. Muneera,Communicated to Macromolecules.
3. “Brilliant Blue G-Poly(Vinyl alcohol) nanocomposites as multiphoton absorber medium”, P.G. LouieFrobel, S.R. Suresh, K.S. Bindra, C.I. Muneera, Communicatd to Polymer, Elsevier.
4. “New organic dye incorporated polyvinyl alcohol nanocomposites: excellent low threshold NLOmaterial and an efficient red-emitter”, S.Maya Devi, P.G.LoiFrobl, S.R.Suresh, S.Sreeja, ChandrachurMukherjee, C.I.Muneera, Communicated to ChemPhysChem, Wiley.
Five more papers are under preparation/ modification for immediate communication.
Research Papers Reviewed/ Refereed for International Journals:
Elsevier Journal: Journal of optics and laser technology (JOLT-D-12-00867).
Research Papers Presented In Seminars/Symposiums ( International)
Two papers were accepted for presentation in two forthcoming international seminars
1. Low- threshold Saturable Absorption and Photoluminescence Emission in Phenol Red Dye -Impregnated Poly(Vinyl Alcohol) Nanocomposite (IEEE ICUMT OPNTDS 2012, Department ofOptoelectronics , Thirvananthapuram)
2. Evans Blue Dye–Polymer Nanocomposite : Low Threshold Nonlinear Absorption, NonlinearRefraction and Optical Limiting Properties”,C. Beenakumari and C.I. Muneera (NANOINDIA2013, to be held in NIIST/CSIR,Thirvananthapuram)
Participation in Seminars
Nil
Additional Positions Held:
1 Member, Research Advisory Committee, C-DIT, Thiruvallam.
2 Member, Optical Society of India, Dept. of Applied Optics and Photonics, Kolkata – 700009.
3 Member, Board of studies in Physics (P.G.), University of Kerala.
4 Member, The Indian Science Congress Association.
Extracurricular activities
Participated in cultural events :Soorya Festival, Film Festivals, Documentary Film Festivals,Poetry reading sessions, Gurupoornima day celebrations of Hindustani music etc. held inThiruvananthapuram.
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Dr. G. Renuka (Professor, Retired)
Research papers Published/Accepter
i. Solar activity and regional climate over short time scales at Thiruvananthapuram, South Kerala,India, NeenaSugathan, V. Biju and G Renuka, Indian Journal of Radio and Space Physics (Accepted)
Dr. V. Biju, Assistant Professor
Research Area-
Synthesis and Characterization of Nanocrystallinne Transition Metal Oxides
M.Phil dissertation guided- 3; Internal Guide for 2; Awarded:2
List of Papers presented at International/National Seminars/Conferences
1. Synthesis and Characterization of Nanocrystalline Copper Oxide Aiswarya Raj A. S., VeenasC L, G. Madhu, Vipin C. Bose, and V. Biju; Second International Conference on Nanomaterials-Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications, Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology,Mahatma Gandhi University, Priyadharsini Hills, Kottayam.
2. Effect of Annealing and Li doping on the structure and optical absorption of nanocrystallineCopper Oxide, Aiswarya Raj A. S. Divya S. Nair, Madhu G., Veenas C. L. and V. BijuInternationalConference on Materials Science and Technology ICMST 2012,Department of Physics, St. ThomasCollege, Pala Kottayam -686574
3. DC electrical conductivity of nanocrystalline Mn3O
4 synthesized through a novel sol-gel route
Vipin C Bose, K Maniammal, G Madhu2, C L Veenas , A S Aiswarya Raj and V BijuInternational Conference on Materials Science and Technology ICMST 2012, Department ofPhysics, St. Thomas College, Pala Kottayam -686574
4. Studies on the UV-Visible and Photoluminescent emission in nanocrystalline tungsten oxide,C . LVeenas, L. R Asitha, Vipin C Bose, A.S. Aiswarya Raj, G Madhu and V. Biju, InternationalConference on Materials Science and Technology ICMST 2012, Department of Physics, St. ThomasCollege, Pala, Kottayam -686574
5. Studies on the dc electrical conductivity and magnetic properties of nanocrystalline nickel oxidesynthesized through a novel chemical route, G Madhu, Vipin C Bose, A S Aiswarya Raj, C LVeenas and V Biju, International Conference on Materials Science and Technology ICMST2012, Department of Physics, St. Thomas College, Pala Kottayam -686574
6. Effect of gamma irradiation on the structure of nanocrystalline nickel oxide, K. Maniammal, VipinC. Bose, C.L. Veenasand V. Biju, Second International Conference on Nanomaterials- Synthesis,Characterization, and Applications Organised by Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology,Mahatma Gandhi University, Priyadharsini Hills, Kottayam.
7. Effect of annealing and gamma irradiation on the structure and optical transitions of nanocrystallinenickel oxide, K.. Maniammal,Vipin C. Bose, G Madhu , L R AsithaV. Biju 6th international symposiumon macro and supra molecular architectures and materials November 21-25 , 2012, Coimbatore
Invited Talks in Seminars/Conferences/Refresher Courses
1. Delivered two invited talks entitled, “Nanoscience and Nanotechnology” and “Quantum Mechanicsfor Nanoscience”, at the Orientation Program for Faculty organized by College of Engineering,Trivandrum during January 2012.
2. Delivered an invited talk entitled, “Nanoelectronics” in the Orientation Program for Faculty organizedby Government College of Engineering, Barton Hill, Trivandrum during November 2012.
Organization of Seminars/Conferences/Academic Programs, etc.
1. Performed duties as a member of the Organizing Committee of INSPIRE program (ResidentialTrainingProgramme) organized by the University of Kerala during May 2012.
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Other Academic Positions held
Member Academic Council, University of Kerala
Extension Activities
1. Performed as a Resource person for the two summer school programs organized by the KSCSTEand PriyadarshiniPlanetarium during March and April 2012.
2. Performed as a Resource person in the Science Day Lecture organized by the University CollegePhysics Society during February 2012.
3. Performed duties as a Resource person in the Inspire Program.
DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Head of the Department : Dr. G. Lesitha (Professor)
Designation Male Female Total
Professor - - -
Reader 1 1 2
Lecturer 2 - 2
Lecturer (On contract) 1 1 2
Strength of students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Courses Male Female Total
I M. Sc. 5 8 13
II M.Sc. - 16 16
M. Phil. 2 6 8
Ph. D. 7 11 18
Number of Research Students: 18
Extracurricular Activities
1. This department organized several activities with students participation on 29.06.2012 in connectionwith the Statistics Day-2012 Celebrations.
2. The Department has organized a three day National Conference on “Statistics for Twenty-firstCentury-2012” during 10-12 December 2012.
3. Smt. G. Lesitha offered Services as Resource Person for the UGC sponsored Refresher Courseon “Statistics and Research Methods” conducted by the Academic Staff College, University ofKerala, during 21 November 2011 to 11 December 2012.
4. Dr. C. Satheesh Kumar has been nominated by Government of Kerala in the capacity as a memberin the “Standardization Committee of Statisticians” in connection with the Reforms to EngineeringEntrance Examination 2012.
5. Dr. C. Satheesh Kumar has been nominated by Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC),Government of Kerala in the capacity as a member in the “Standardization Committee ofStatisticians” in connection with the Standardization of the difficulty level of three regionalexaminations, conducted by KPSC, 2012.
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6. Dr. C. Satheesh Kumar offered Editorial Services (as a referee) to an International Journal inStatistics: “Communications in Statistics-Theory and Methods” (Taylor & Francis journal) publishedfrom USA and “Journal of Probability and Statistical Sciences” (Nova Publishers) published fromTaiwan.
7. Dr. C. Satheesh Kumar offered Services as a coordinator for the UGC sponsored RefresherCourse on “Statistics and Research Methods” conducted by the Academic Staff College, Universityof Kerala, during 21 November 2011 to 11 December 2012.
8. Dr. E.I. Abdul Sathar offered Services as Resource Person for a one week training programme onResearch methodology for Research Scholars conducted by the Center for Earth Sciences Studies,Trivandrum on November, 2012.
9. Dr. Manoj Chacko offered Services as Resource Person for the Orientation Course in IT atUGC Academic Staff College, University of Calicut, Calicut on 28/3/2012.
10. Dr. Manoj Chacko offered Services as Resource Person for the workshop on Application ofStatistics in Biological Research at Research and Post graduate Department of Zoology, St. ThomasCollege, Kozhencherry on Feb 27, 2012.
11. Dr. Manoj Chacko elected as Academic Council Member of University of Kerala.
12. Dr. Manoj Chacko appointed as University level Nodal Officer for the All India Survey on HigherEducation conducted by MHRD, Govt. of India.
The Research Papers Published by the faculty members of this Department are given below
Smt. G. Lesitha
1. Estimation of the scale parameter of log-logistic distribution. Metrika, 2012 (accepted for publication;available online) (Co-author: Thomas, P.Y.)
2. Estimation of a parameter involved in Morgenstern type bivariate Pareto distribution using rankedset sampling, In Recent Contributions to the Theory and Applications of Statistics, KeralaUniversity Department of Statistics Publishers, Trivandrum, 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Thomas, P.Y.)
Dr. C. Satheesh Kumar
1. On some aspects of intervened generalized Hermite distribution, Metron, 2012 (accepted forpublication) (Co-author: Shibu, D.S.)
2. Finite mixture of intervened Poisson distribution and its applications, The Aligar Journal of Statistics,2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Shibu, D.S.)
3. On a extended version of skew generalized normal distribution and some of its properties,Communications in Statistics- Theory and Methods 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author:Anusree, M.R.)
4 On intervened negative binomial distribution and some of its properties, Statistica. 2012 (acceptedfor publication) (Co-author: Sreejakumari, S.)
5. On a generalized two-piece skew normal distribution and some of its properties, Statistics: AJournal of Theoretical and Applied Statistics 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Anusree,M.R.) (to appear; available online) (Published from USA) DOI:10.1080/02331888.2012.697269
6. An alternative hyper-Poisson distribution, Statistica. 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author:Nair, B.U.)
7. On location scale extension of modified skew normal distribution, Research Journal of FatimaMata National College – Science Edition, 4, 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Anusree,M.R.)
8. An extended intervened Poisson distribution, Research Journal of Fatima Mata National College –Science Edition, 4, 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Shibu, D.S.)
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9. An alternative to truncated intervened Poisson distribution, Journal of Statistics and Applications,7, 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Shibu, D.S.)
10. On finite mixtures of extended intervened Poisson distribution, In Recent Contributions to theTheory and Applications of Statistics, Kerala University Department of Statistics Publishers,Trivandrum, 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Shibu, D.S.)
11. On modified skew curved normal distribution, In Recent Contributions to the Theory andApplications of Statistics, Kerala University Department of Statistics Publishers, Trivandrum,2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Anusree, M.R.)
12. A modified form of alternative hyper-Poisson distribution, In Recent Contributions to the Theoryand Applications of Statistics, Kerala University Department of Statistics Publishers, Trivandrum,2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Nair, B.U.)
13. On reduced Kies distribution, In Recent Contributions to the Theory and Applications ofStatistics, Kerala University Department of Statistics Publishers, Trivandrum, 2012 (accepted forpublication) (Co-author: Dharmaja, S.H.S.)
Dr. Manoj Chacko
1. Concomitants of k-record values arising from Morgenstern family of distributions and its applicationsin parameter estimation. Statistical Papers, (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Mary, S.).
2. On extreme ranked set sampling from bivariate Pareto distribution and its application in parameterestimation, In Recent Contributions to the Theory and Applications of Statistics, KeralaUniversity Department of Statistics Publishers, Trivandrum, 2012 (accepted for publication)
3. Estimation and prediction based on k-record values from gamma distribution, In RecentContributions to the Theory and Applications of Statistics, Kerala University Department ofStatistics Publishers, Trivandrum, 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Mary, S.).
Dr. E.I. Abdul Sathar
1. Nonparametric Estimation of the Geometric Vitality Function, Accepted for publication in theCommunications in Statistics – Theory and Methods, 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-authors:Rajesh, G., Maya, R. and Nair, K.R.M ).
2. Estimation of reliability measures of power function distribution, In Recent Contributions to theTheory and Applications of Statistics, Kerala University Department of Statistics Publishers,Trivandrum, 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Jeevanand, E.S.)
3. Estimation of lorenz curve and Gini-index for exponential distribution in the presence of outliers, InRecent Contributions to the Theory and Applications of Statistics, Kerala University Departmentof Statistics Publishers, Trivandrum, 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Renjini, K.R.,Jeevanand, E.S. and Rajesh, G.)
4. Nonparametric estimation of the residual entropy function with complete dependent data, In RecentContributions to the Theory and Applications of Statistics, Kerala University Department ofStatistics Publishers, Trivandrum, 2012 (accepted for publication) (Co-author: Rajesh, G., Maya,R. and Nair, K.R.M)
Details of Ongoing Projects in the Department
1. FIST Programme of Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India is under implementationfor the second year.
2. Minor UGC Research Project No. 39-936/2010(SR) being run with Dr. Manoj Chacko as thePrincipal Investigator and
3. Minor UGC Research Project No. 39-937/2010(SR) being run with Dr. E.I. Abdul Sathar asthe Principal Investigator
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Participation of teachers in Conference / Seminars etc. :
Smt. G. Lesitha
1. Attended and delivered talk on “Estimation of a scale parameter of a Rayleigh distribution usingranked set sampling” (Co-author: Thomas, P.Y.) in the three day National Conference on “Statisticsfor Twenty-first Century-2012” organized by the Department of Statistics, University of Keraladuring 10-12 December 2012.
2. Attended the International Conference on “Frontiers of Statistics and Its Applications” at theDepartment of Statistics, Pondicherry University, Puducherry during 21-23 December 2012 andpresented a paper entitled “Estimation of a scale parameter of a generalized exponential distributionusing ranked set sampling” (Co-author: Thomas, P.Y.).
Dr. C. Satheesh Kumar
1. Delivered a Invited talk on “Recent trends in Statistics” as a Chief Guest while inaugurating theMathematics Association of the HHMSPB N.S.S. College for Women, Trivandrum on 23 January2012.
2. The following joint papers were presented in the National Seminar on “Recent Trends in Statisticsand Related Areas” held at University of Calicut during 15-17 March, 2012: (i) On intervenedgeneralized Hermite distribution and its properties (Co-author: Shibu, D.S.), (ii) An alternativeversion of hyper-Poisson distribution and its bivariate version (Co-author: Nair, B.U.), (iii) A newclass of two-piece skew normal distribution (Co-author: Anusree, M.R.), (iv) On an extendedintervened geometric distribution and its applications (Co-author: Kumari, S.S.) and (v) On bivariatezero inflated logarithmic series distribution (Co-author: Riyaz, A.).
3. Attended and delivered an invited talk on “On some classes of skew normal distributions” (Co-author: Anusree, M.R.) in the three day National Conference on “Statistics for Twenty-first Century-2012” organized by the Department of Statistics, University of Kerala during 10-12 December2012 and also presented the following joint papers in the Conference. (i) “On finite mixtures ofintervened Hermite distribution” (Co-author: Shibu, D.S.) (ii) “On alfa-generalized hyper-Poissondistribution and its generalization” (Co-author: Nair, B. U.). (iii) “On exponentiated log Weibulldistribution” (Co-author: Dharmaja, S.H.S.) (iv) “On zero inflated logarithmic series distribution oforder k” (Co-author: Riyaz, A.) (v) “On an extended version of intervened geometric distribution”(Co-author: Kumari, S.S.) .
4. Attended the International Conference on “Frontiers of Statistics and Its Applications” at theDepartment of Statistics, Pondicherry University, Puducherry during 21-23 December 2012 andpresented a paper entitled “On generalized two-piece skew normal distribution” (Co-author: Anusree,M.R.) and also presented the following joint papers in the Conference. (i) “On some properties ofKies distribution” (Co-author: Dharmaja, S.H.S.) and (ii) “An extended version of alternativehyper-Poisson distribution” (Co-author: Nair, B. U.).
Dr. Manoj Chacko
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Recent Trends in Statistics and Related Areas” held at Universityof Calicut during 15-17 March, 2012 and presented a paper entitled “ k-record values fromgeneralized exponential distribution and associated inference “.
2. Attended the National conference on “Statistics for 21st Century-2012” organized by the Departmentof Statistics, University of Kerala during December 10-12, 2012 and presented a paper entitled“Estimation of a parameter of bivariate Lomax distribution by ranked set sampling”
3. Attended the UGC Sponsored Refresher Course in Statistics and Research Methodology at theAcademic Staff College, University of Kerala during 21-11-2012 to 11-12-2012.
Dr. E.I. Abdul Sathar
1. Attended the National conference on “Statistics for 21st Century-2012” organized by the Departmentof Statistics, University of Kerala during December 10-12, 2012 and presented a paper entitled“Bivariate dynamic information measures”.
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2. Attended the UGC Sponsored Refresher Course in Statistics and Research Methodology at theAcademic Staff College, University of Kerala during 21-11-2012 to 11-12-2012.
Other noteworthy events:
1. Online publication VERTICAL NEWS made a report entitled “Recent Findings in StatisticsDescribed by Researchers from University of Kerala” about the advancement made in thearea of statistics by the publication of the paper by Dr. C. Satheesh Kumar and M.R. Anusree ofthis Department, which appeared in the journal “Statistics and Probability Letters” (Publishedfrom USA) [Vol. 81, Page: 1813-1821, 2011].
2. Dr. E.I. Abdul Sathar won Professor R. N. Pillai Best Paper Award-2012 of the Alumni Associationof the Department of Statistics University of Kerala (AADSUK) from among young AlumniMembers of the Department of Statistics, University of Kerala.
3. Ms. Minimol, S., JRF of this department has won Professor Jacob Sundara Raja Best PaperAward-2012 of the Alumni Association of the Department of Statistics, University of Kerala(AADSUK) from among young registered research scholars of the Department of Statistics,University of Kerala.
4. Ms Anusree, M.R, JRF of this department won Professor R.N. Pillai Young Statistician Award-2012 of the Kerala Statistical Association for her paper “A New Family of Skew-normal Distribution”presented in the three day National Conference on “Recent Trends in Statistics and Related Areas”held during 15-17 March 2012 at the Department of Statistics, Calicut University.
5. Ms Resmi, P., Research Scholar of this department was selected for Indian Statistical Service.
DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Head of the Department : Prof. M. C. Subhash Peter
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 1 - 1
Reader 1 - 1
Lecturer 1 1 2
Strength of students as on 31-12-2012
Post Graduate Course (M. Sc.) 2 18 20
M. Phil. 2 5 7
Ph. D. 4 14 18
No. of Research Students : 21
Prof. M C Subhash Peter (Professor and Head)
Publications
1. Peter, M. C. S. (2012). “REVIEW ARTICLE” Understanding the adaptive response in vertebrates:The phenomenon of ease and ease response during post-stress acclimation. Gen. Comp.Endocrinol., http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ygcen. 2012.09.016
2. Rejitha, V. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Adrenaline and triiodothyronine modify the iron handlingin the freshwater air-breathing fish Anabas testudineus Bloch: Role of ferric reductase in ironacquisition, Gen. Comp. Endocrinol., http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ygcen.2012.11.008
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3. George, N., Peter, V. S. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Physiologic implications of inter-hormonalinterference in fish: Lessons from the interaction of adrenaline with cortisol and thyroid hormonesin climbing perch (Anabas testudineus Bloch), Gen. Comp. Endocrinol., http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ygcen.2012.11.002.
4. Peter, V. S., Babitha, G. S., Wendelaar Bonga, S. E. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Carbaryl exposureand recovery modify the interrenal and thyroidal activities and the mitochondria-rich cell functionin the climbing perch Anabas testudineus Bloch. Aquat. Toxicol. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.aquatox.2012.09.014.
5. Ings, J. S., George, N., Peter, M. C. S., Servos, M. R. and Vijayan, M. M. (2012). Venlafaxineand atenolol disrupt epinephrine-stimulated glucose production in rainbow trout hepatocytes. AquaticToxicol., 106–107, 48– 55.
Papers presented at conferences
1. Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Temporal and spatial actions of iron oxide nanoparticles on mitochondrialCa2+ and Mg2+ ATPases signaling in mice and fish models. 7th International Conference onthe Environmental Effects of Nanoparticles and Nanomaterials, The Banff Centre, Banff,Alberta, Canada, September 10-12, 2012. T 37, pp. 70.
2. Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Role of serotonin and melatonin in stress and ease response in fish”International Congress of Fish Endocrinology, September 3-7 2012 Buenos Aries, Argentina.
3. Peter, M. C. S. (2012). State-of-the-art lecture “Physiologic implications of inter-hormonalinterference in fish: Evidences of temporal and spatial interactions of adrenaline and cortisol infish” August 21-15, Zurich, Switzerland,
4. Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Understanding adaptive response in vertebrates: The phenomenon ofease and ease response during post-stress acclimation. Int. Symp. Comp. Endocrinol. Stress.Physiol, Thiruvananthapuram, February 16-18, pp. 29.
5. Sajeeb Khan, A. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Long-term melatonin and salt feeding demandcorticosterone production and osmotic disturbance in mice. Int. Symp. Comp. Endocrinol. StressPhysiol. Thiruvananthapuram, February 16-18, pp. 86.
6. Manish. K., Peter, V. S. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Melatonin attenuates the salt-induced bloodacidosis and hyperglycemia in Swiss albino mice. Int. Symp. Comp. Endocrinol. Stress Physiol.Thiruvananthapuram, February 16-18, pp. 87.
7. Rejitha, V. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Adrenaline and triiodothyronine are involved in the ironacquisition of climbing perch (Anabas testudineus Bloch): evidence from ferric reductase activity.Int. Symp. Comp. Endocrinol. Stress Physiol. Thiruvananthapuram, February 16-18, pp. 88.
8. Lekshmy, S., Peter, V. S. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Iron utilization by haematopoietic tissues offish: Role of thyroid hormone. Int. Symp. Comp. Endocrinol. Stress Physiol.Thiruvananthapuram, February 16-18, pp. 89.
9. George, N., Peter, V. S. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Physiologic implications of inter-hormonalinterference in fish: Lessons from the interaction of adrenaline with cortisol and thyroid hormonesin climbing perch (Anabas testudineus BLOCH). Int. Symp. Comp. Endocrinol. Stress Physiol.Thiruvananthapuram, February 16-18, pp. 90.
10. Divya, R. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Osmoregulatory response of climbing perch (Anabastestudineus Bloch) to water-borne ammonium perchlorate. Int. Symp. Comp. Endocrinol. StressPhysiol. Thiruvananthapuram, February 16-18, pp. 91.
11. Anupriya, S., Peter, V. S. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Dietary tryptophan lowers the osmoticcompetence of brain but promotes kidney and intestinal osmotic competence in the air-breathingperch, Anabas testudineus Bloch. Int. Symp. Comp. Endocrinol. Stress Physiol.Thiruvananthapuram, February 16-18, pp. 92.
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12. Mini, V. S., Peter, V. S. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Differential actions of prolactin on Na+/ K+
and H+- dependent ATPases in the freshwater air-breathing fish Anabas testudineus Bloch. Int.Symp. Comp. Endocrinol. Stress Physiol. Thiruvananthapuram, February 16-18, pp. 93.
13. Bindulekha, D. S. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Cortisol and mifepristone influence Ca2+ and Mg2+
transport in gill and liver mitochondria of freshwater fish Anabas testudineus Bloch. Int. Symp.Comp. Endocrinol. Stress Physiol. Thiruvananthapuram, February 16-18, pp. 94.
14. Peter, V. S. and Peter, M. C. S. (2012). Short-term triiodothyronine challenge induces alkalemiaand bicarbonate production in freshwater fed fish: evidence for a role of thyroid hormone in acid-base regulation. Int. Symp. Comp. Endocrinol. Stress Physiol. Thiruvananthapuram, February16-18, pp. 99.
Noteworthy events in 2012
Prof. M. C. Subhash Peter was continuing as one of the Associate Editors of General ComparativeEndocrinology, an International Journal of Elsevier with impact factor 3.27.
Prof. M. C. Subhash Peter co-ordinated and organized the International Symposium on ComparativeEndocrinology and Stress Physiology (CESP 2012) in the Department of Zoology in February 16-18, 2012.
Ms. Divya Tobias, one of the research students, was awarded for the best poster presentation inCESP 2012.
Ms. Rejitha V. was awarded doctoral degree of the University of Kerala in September 2012.
Ms. Nimta George, Ms. Lekshmy S., Ms. Vijayasree A.S., Ms. Jyothi Tilak and Ms. Bindu O.were submitted their doctoral theses to the University of Kerala.
Dr. G. Prasad, Associate Professor, Dept. of Zoology
Activities 2012
1. Participated and presented a paper LAKE 2012 –National Conference on Conservation andManagement of Wetland Ecosystems held from November 6 -8 at the School of EnvironmentalScience, Mahatma Gandhi Universities, Kottayam
2. Delivered a lecture on Biodiversity and Human Health at Sree Narayana College, Punalur inconnection with the Zoology Association Celebrations on 17th January 2012
3. Delivered a an invited lecture on Conservation status of Endemic Freshwater Fishes of Kerala inthe National Seminar on Faunal Biodiversity and Endemism of Southern Western Ghats held from17-19 January 2012 at the NSS College, Pandalam.
4. Participated in the workshop on Taxonomic Problems in India organized by Conservation ResearchGroup at Kochi on 26th January 2012.
5. Participated as member in Consultation workshop on Alliance for Zero Extinction sites for theFreshwater fishes of Kerala under AZE species held on 9th March 2012 at Thiruvananthapuram.
6. Delivered an invited lecture on Wildlife Conservation in Kerala in the Natiopnal Seminar on RecentTrends and Future Prospects of biodiversity and Conservation at Sree Narayana College, Punalurheld from March 15-16 2012.
7. Participated in the workshop on Emerging Statistical Tools in Life Sciences conducted by thedepartment of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, University of Kerala from 11-13 April 2012.
Publications in 2012
1. G. Prasad, Anvar Ali, M. Harikrishnan and Rajeev Raghavan 2012. Population dynamicsof an endemic and threatened Yellow Catfish Horabagrus brachysoma (Günther) fromPeriyar River, southern Western Ghats, India. Journal of Threatened Taxa: Vol. 4 : No. 2: 2333-2342.
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2. P V. Prathibhakumari and G. Prasad 2012 . Antiurolithiatic Potential of Aqueous Fruit Extract ofNeolamarckia cadamba On Wistar Albino Rats. Journal of Pharmacy Research 5(6):3134-3138.
3. Lzby A. Mathews, D Dhanyaraj, P V. Prathibhakumari and G. Prasad 2012. Hepato-protectiveand Anti-oxidant potential of Sphearanthus indicus ( Linn) on liver damage in Wisterrats. International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol 4.3: 222-225.
4. G. Prasad, K Sabu and P.V. Prathibhakumari 2012. The first report of the Malabar puffer,Carinotetraodon travancoricus (Hora &Nair 1941) from the Neyyar wildlife sanctuary with anote on its feeding habit and length-weight relationship. Journal on New Biological Reports1(2): 42-46 (2012)
Papers Presented in Symposia/Conference
1. Vidya. V, Smithy S and G. Prasad 2012. Phytoplankton population of wetlands adjacent to sea foodprocessing industries in Vembanad lake ecosystem. Presented a paper LAKE 2012 –NationalConference on Conservation and Management of Wetland Ecosystems held from November 6 -8at the School of Environmental Science, Mahatma Gandhi Universities, Kottayam.
2. Lekshmi. S and G. Prasad 2012. Effect of different levels of dietary protein on the growth of greenchromide Etroplus suratensis. Paper presented in the 22nd Swedeshi Science Congress held on 6-8 November 2012 at CPCRI, Kasargod.
3. K. Sabu and G. Prasad 2012. Physico chemical characteristics and fish species richness in hillstream tributaries of Periyar Lake, Periyar Tiger Reserve, Kerala India. Paper presented in the22nd Swadeshi Science Congress held on 6-8 November 2012 at CPCRI, Kasaragod.
4. K. P. Prajeena, J.R. JIthine and G. Prasad 2012. Antibacterial properties of mucus extract offreshwater eel, Anguilla bicolor bicolor (Mc Clelland 1844). Paper presented in the 22nd SwadeshiScience Congress held on 6-8 November 2012 at CPCRI, Kasaragod.
Smt. Jeeja Kumari V. K., Lecturer
Presented a paper “Stimulatory effects of Indian shilajit aqueous extract on the Sex organs andhormones of male Swiss albino mice (Mus musculus) in the international symposium onComparative Endocrinology and stress physiologyheld from 16 to 18 February 2012
Presented a paper on “ Biological effects of green extracted beta glucans” in the Internationalconference on Advances in biological science (ICABS) from 15-17 March .2012Participated a Workshop on Emerging Statistical Tools in Life Science on April 2012
Participated a Workshop on Revising the PG zoology Syllabus
Conducted a Study on the Hydrobiology of Veli Lake
Conducted a Factory Visit as a part of pollution study For Msc students
FACULTY OF ORIENTAL STUDIES
DEPARTMENT OF ARABIC
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2309846
Head of the Department: Shri N. Suresh Kumar, Joint Registrar-in-charge of Registrar
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 2 - 2
Reader - - -
Lecturer 2 (Guest) 42 ( Contract)
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Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Courses Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course 17 6 23
M. Phil. 6 1 7
Ph. D. 5 5 10
Number of Research Students: 20
Other noteworthy events
Number of Noteworthy Events were organized during academic year 2011-12 by the Department.Some of them are mentioned below.
Translation of Documents
The Department offers translation service from English to Arabic and vice versa considering thepublic interest. The documents that we do translate are : driving license, entry visa, birth certificate,bio-data, employment visa etc. of different Arab countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE, State of Kuwait,Sultanate of Oman, Qatar etc. The Department of Arabic is thus extending a grant support for thepublic by translating these documents.
International Seminar
International Seminar on "The Language, Philosophy and Teachings of Hadith" from 14th - 18thFebruary 2012 at various venues in Thiruvananthapuram. This seminar was a major initiative ofthe Department of Arabic which was a great success and got it across global response in whichdeliberated on various dimensions. The University has sanctioned fund for the seminar. Eminentpersonalities and scholars from Middle East Countries and political leaders, social scientists,educationalists and researchers turned up for the same. Through this seminar the Department hasobtained considerable attention from Arabic Scholars, grammarians, educational activists and others.
Seminar Proceedings
The following seminar proceedings have been successfully published last year
1. Language, Interpretation and Science of the Qur'an Vol I (Arabic)
2. Language, Interpretation and Science of the Qur'an Vol. II (English)
3. Language, Philosophy and Teachings of Hadith , Vol I (Arabic)
Workshop
Ten days workshop on 'Method of Effective Teaching of Arabic to Schools and Madrassa Teachers'held at the Department of Arabic, University of Kerala, Kariavattom from 14.05.12 to 23.05.12
Journal
After the official releasing of the Departments quarterly Research Journal "Majalla Kairala" twovolumes of the same were successfully published by the Department. The third volume is to bepublished shortly promoting articles with a research perspective from various areas such as language,literature, art, gender issues, socio-political conditions etc incorporating contributions by nationaland international literary figures.
Career Guidance Cell
The Career Guidance Cell of the department is functioning for the last two years. As part of itsactivities, we are conducting UGC NET coaching, coaching for the different competitive PSCexaminations, UPSC and other assistance required to perform in all career challenges. In additionto this ,the department is initiating several student recruitment programmes to multinational companiesand established firms.
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Spoken English Class
Spoken English classes are conducted by the department for all the students for developing theirEnglish language skills. Classes will be held on second and fourth Thursday of every month. Mr.Vishnu Mohan (Faculty, Adult Continuing Education and Extension, University of Kerala), is thehonorable director of this venture. These classes are providing a new confidence to our students tomeet the challenges. The visiting faculty of the programme are engaging classes on spoken &written English, Grammar, Special English Speaking Course and are conducting workshop onCommunicative English etc. Prof. Bijili is also engaging interesting sessions for the same.
Lectures/Talks
The Department is arranging continuous lectures and talks on different topics like literature, socialissues, religion, culture, languages etc in different languages like Arabic, English and Malayalam.Every month, at least one class will be arranged on this series. Special lecturers are conducted ondifferent areas of Arabic Language and Literature, besides that on sociopolitical issues, personalitydevelopment and others. Several lectures were conducted by eminent scholars last year. Lectureson Modem Arabic poetry were conducted by Sayeed Musliar. A Lecture on "Arabic Language inContemporary Times" was delivered by Dr. Liyaquath Ali. Prof. S.M Noushad, former Head ofthe Department of Economics, TKM College of Arts and Science, Kollam has delivered a lectureon personality development. Prof. Bijili has engaged lectures on English grammar and translation.
Departmental Seminar
Internally the Department has organized several seminars during the year 2011 on topics mentionedinside and outside the curriculum. The MA and M.Phil students along with research scholars havepresented papers in these seminars. All presentations made in the seminar were with the help ofthe Power Point. The departmental seminars are conducted twice in every month.
Award of Ph.D. Degree
The University awarded Ph.D. degree to the following scholars
Name of scholar Name of guide
Sainudeen Dr. Ubaid
Said Armadayan Dr. Illyaskutty
Hilal M Dr .Nizarudeen
Mood. Musthafa Dr.Ubaid
Ashrafudeen Dr.Nizarudeen
Muhammed Kunju Dr. Illyaskutty
Extra curricular Activities
Several extracurricular activities were arranged by the Dept. for the development of the teachingability, academic standard, social awareness, educational experiences etc among students. Forthese purposes, various initiatives have been taken by the Department such as PTA, Alumni,Debate club, Film Club etc.
Alumni
The Department which started functioning in 2001 is conducting the Alumni Association for last sixyears. The Alumni Association has extended its help with many noteworthy events such asPublication of Seminars, organizing presentations Library book collections and other differenteducational programmes.
Debate Club
The Department has at its credit a debate club. The club is arranging programmes with the discussionin contemporary issues and various literature elements. Once in every two weeks, Debate Club isarranging a session.
Secretary: Shabana. N (M.A, II year) • Film Club
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Film Club
The film club named as "al-Manazir" is functioning in the Department for the last two years. Thefilm club is not only screening Arabic, English and Malayalam movies but also movies from otherlanguages. Along with these movies the club is screening documentaries, short films and informativeprogrammes with the help of language lab functioning in the Department. The films AdaminteMakan Abu (Malayalam), Children of Heaven (Iranian), The Lion of the Desert (Lebanese) TheFather (Iranian) , The Way Home (Chinese) were screened by the club, last year.
Secretary : Saheerul Afthab (M.A II year)
Arabic Club
The Arabic club functioning in the department for the last one year is actively encouraging and isremarkably boosting up the presentation skills of students. The club is organizing differentprogrammes for developing the language skills of the students.
Farewell function
Farewell party given to Dr. A. Nizarudeen (Rtd. Professor & Head) and Dr. Ubaid. A (Rtd.Professor)
Department Council Meeting
Department council meetings are held every month reviewing the progress and developmentalactivities of the department, requirements anticipated to be achieved, developmental measures tobe taken including academic and extra curricular activities etc.
Tour programme
The tour programme is arranged by the Department every year to different destinations.
DEPARTMENT OF HINDI
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308649
Head of the Department: Dr. J. Umakumary
Designation Male Female Total
Professor - 1 1
Reader - - -
Lecturer 1 - 1
Strength of students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Course Male Female Total
PG. 26 26
M. Phil. - 7 7
Ph. D. - 10 10
Number of Research Students: 1Ph.D. - 10, SRF - 1, PDF - 1
Extra Curricular Activities
Dr. J. Umakumary
1. A talk in A.I.R on August 2012
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2. Gave a Presidential address at SSUC at Vanchiyoor on 26th September 2012
3. Gave a talk on behalf of the inauguration of Translation Centre at Kariyavattom Campus on 26th
September 2012
4. Gave a Presidential Address on 16th September in CGO Complex, Poonkulam
5. In the role of subject expert at DB College & SN College on August & September respectively
6. Delivered a speech regarding the Hindi Premi Manch held on September 2012.
Participation of teachers in Conference / Seminars etc. :
Dr. J. Umakumary, Professor & Head.
1. Participated and presented a paper in the 3 days national seminar conducted by College For
Women in connection with Hindi Fortnight Celebrations September 2012
2. Published an article in "Darpan" in May 2012
3. Writing the editorial for Darpan from April 2009 onwards.
Dr. C. S. Suchith, Assistant Professor
Other noteworthy events
1. The Endowment Award in the name of Dr. S. Thankamoni Amma, Former Professor and Head
has been awarded to Smt. Simi. S. 1st rank holder for the MA Degree exam of August 2011.
DEPARTMENT OF LINGUISTICS
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308469
Head of the Department: Dr. Rose Mary A.
Designation Male Female Total
Professor - - -
Associate Professor - - -
Asst. Professor 2 4 6
Strength of students as on 31-12-2011
Name of Courses Male Female Total
M. A. I 3 10 13
M. A. II - 3 3
M. Phil.Linguistics 1 - 1
M. Phil. Computational Linguistics (Interdisciplinary) 6 4 10
Ph. D. 9 26 35
Number of Research Students : 35
Extra Curricular Activities:
Research Forum
The Research Forum in the Department was very active in the year 2012. Altogether 12 research
papers were presented in the Research Forum.
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Seminars & Workshops
1. Organized National seminars on "Speech Synthesis and Its Applications" in collaboration withLDC IL (Linguistic Data Consortium for Indian Languages), CIIL, Mysore from 9th to 11th July2012
2. Organized National seminars on "Relevance of Malayalam in the field of Information Technology"jointly with Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Thiruvananthapuramon 1st and 2nd November 2012.
3. Organized National workshop on "Impact of Tholkaapiyam on the Traditional Grammars ofMalayalam" along with Central Institute of Classical Tamil from 10-12-2012 to 19-12-2012.
4. Conducted a naturopathic health care programme with a feast on 6-12-2012
Dr. Rose Mary. A
Papers Presented in the Conferences/ Seminars
1. Presented a paper on "Kerala, Tamilnadu Tamil pada noolkal- oppiittaavu" at the National Seminaron 'Evaluation of Higher Secondary Language Text Books' organized by the Department ofLinguistics, Madurai Kamaraj University in collaboration with Centre for Testing and Evaluation,CIIL, Mysore.
2. Presented a paper on "Imperatives in Tamil and Malayalam" in the National Seminar held from27th - 29th February 2012 organised by the School of Language Development at Potti SreeramaluTelugu University in collaboration with Central Institute of Classical Tamil.
3. Presented a paper on "Morphosyntatic Study of Imperatives in Tamil" in the National Seminar on'Morphosyntax of Dravidian Languages' held at the Centre of Advanced Study in Linguistics,Annamalai University held on 27th and 28th March - 2012 12.
Academic Programs Organised and Coordinated
1. Organized National seminars on "Speech Synthesis and Its Applications" in collaboration withLDC IL (Linguistic Data Consortium for Indian Languages), CIIL, Mysore from 9th to 11th July2012
2. Organized National seminars on "Relevance of Malayalam in the field of Information Technology"jointly with Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Thiruvananthapuramon 1st and 2nd November 2012.
3. Organized National workshop on "Impact of Tholkaapiyam on the Traditional Grammars ofMalayalam" along with Central Institute of Classical Tamil from 10-12-2012 to 19-12-2012.
4. Conducted a naturopathic health care programme with a feast on 6-12-2012
Workshops and Seminars Attended
1. Attended the National Workshop on "Competencies of Educational Leaders" at Christ universitynodal office Thiruvananthapuram on 27 -07 -2012 and 28- 07-2012.
2. Participated in the National Seminar on "Higher Education 2.0- Illumine the Future", organized bythe Kerala State Higher Education Council on 4th and 5th June 2012 at Thiruvananthapuram .
3. Attended the refresher course on Environmental Sciences (Interdisciplinary) conducted by theAcademic Staff College, University of Kerala from 01-10- 2012 to 22-10-2012.
Other Activities
1. Resource person in the orientation course conducted by the LDCIL Mysore at the Department ofMalayalam, Calicut University held from 30-01-2012 to 08-02-2012.
2. Confidential Academic work at Annamalai University from 6-2-2012 to 8-2-2012
3. As a member of the selection committee in CDAC, Thiruvananthapuram
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4. Conducted two special lectures by Prof. Dr. Heinrich P. Kelz, Bonn University Germany on 14thand 15th February 2012.
5. DLA resource person in the ten days workshop conducted by the International School of DravidianLinguistics, Thiruvananthapuram along with Central Institute of Classical Tamil Chennai.
6. Conducted a viva voice at Tamil University Thanjavur on 18-7-2012
Dr. S. Kunjamma
Papers presented in Seminar / Conferences
Delhi Malayalis- A sociolinguistic study in the 40th AI/India Conference of Dravidian Linguists,organised by International School of Dravidian Linguistics, Thiruvananthapuram and CentralUniversity of Hyderabad from 18th to 20th June 2012 at Hyderabad.
Pronouns in Sangham Literature and Malayalam in the National Seminar on Morphological studieson Classical Tamil' organised by the Department of Dravidian & Computational Linguistics,Dravidian University ,Kuppam and Central Institute of Classical Tamil at Kuppam from 2 to 4February 2012.
Workshops Attended
Participated in the National level workshop on computational Linguistics and Machine translationfrom English to Indian Languages ,conducted by Center for Excellence in Computational Engineeringand Networking,
Amrita School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, at Amrita Nagar, Coimbatore from15th to 19th October 2012.
Participated by taking class in the National workshop on Problems of Translation From Tamilclassics to other Dravidian languages, conducted by Centre for Classical Tamil and ISDL atThiruvananthapuram on February 2012.
Special Training
1. Participated in the Orientation cum Training programme on Natural language processing conductedby the Linguistic Data Consortium for Indian Languages, ClIL, Mysore and Department ofMalayalam, Calicut University, at Calicut on February, 2012 .
2. Attended the National seminar on Relevance of Malayalam in the field of Information Technology"conducted by the Department of Linguistics, University of Kerala, jointly with Kerala State Councilfor Science, Technology and Environment, Thiruvananthapuram on 1st and 2nd November 2012 .
3. Attended National seminar on "Speech Synthesis and Its Applications" in collaboration with LDCIL(Linguistic Data Consortium for Indian Languages), CIIL, Mysore from 9th to 11th July 2012
DEPARTMENT OF MALAYALAM
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308459
Head of the Department : Dr. C. R. Prasad
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 2 - 2
Associate Professor 2 - 2
Reader 1 - 1
Lecturer 1 2 3
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Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Course Male Female Total
Post graduate 5 25 30
M. Phil. 1 9 10
Ph. D. 6 17 23
Number of Research Students 23
Extra Curricular Activities:
1. National Seminar (3 days) April 1 0, 11,12, 2012 Contemporary Literature.
2. Golden Jubilee Inauguration and Changampuzha Endowment Lecture on February 15, 2012.
3. Vylopilli Endowment Lecture on 15 May' 2012.
4. Paristidi Dinam - on June 5, 2012.
5. Three Day National Seminar “Re-reading Lilathilakam in Dravidian Cultural Perspective” September25-272012.
6. Three Day National Seminar on Malayalam Poetry October 17719,2012.
7. Three Day National Seminar ‘Cultural Study’ - November 7-9, 2012.
8. Three Day National Seminar “Folklore (Kavettom- nattu samskritiyude arivadayalangal)e” -December 5-7, 2012.
Dr. C. R. Prasad
Seminars
1. Delivered key note Address on Eco-aesthetics relevance and contributions in UGC National Seminarconducted by SSUS Regional Centre Thrissur on 23, 24, February 2012.
2. Present a paper on Eco-aesthetics in Post Modern Poetry in National Seminar conducted by LanguageDepartments, University of Kerala on 10,11,12 April 2012.
3. Present a paper on Dalith Perspective in Malayalam Poetry in UGC National Seminar conductedby NSS College Nilamel on 5,6,7 March 2012.
4. Present a paper on Language and Identity in Cultural Studies in the colloquium conducted byDepartment of Malayalam, University of Madras on 11 August 2012.
5. Present a paper on Contributions of Eco-aesthetics in Malayalam Literature National Seminarconducted by NSS College Pandalam on 3,4 October 2012.
6. Present a paper on Modernism in Malayalam Literary Criticism in Viswa Malayalotsvam organizedby Kerala Sahithya Akademi and Cultural Department, Government of Kerala on 30 October, 12,1,2, November 2012.
7. Present a paper on Language Identity in the short story of Ponkunnam Varkey in the one daysymposium conducted by Kendra Sahithya Akademi and SSUS Kalady on 4 December 2012.
Invited Lecture & Talk
1. Delivered an invited special lecture on Lilathilakam in the one day lecture series on First grammarsof Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam written in Sanskrit on 21 March 2012 organized by Department
of Dravidian and Computational Linguistics. Dravidian University, Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh.
2. Present a Talk on Ponkunnam Varkey in AIR Thiruvananthapuram on 30 June 2012.
3. Present a Talk on Mozhi Azhaku in A I R Thiruvananthapuram on 30 November 2012.
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Workshop
1. Participated in Syllabus revision Workshop as a Board Member of P.G. Board of Mahatma GandhiUniversity in SB College on 2, 3, April 2012.
2. Participated in Confidential Workshop conducted UGC in Delhi, 17 - 22 September 2012.
3. Participated in Confidential Workshop conducted SCERT, 14 - 17 November 2012.
Publications:
Article
Nilemperurinte Poridangal, Grandhalokam, September 2012.
Book
One book Bilapdurappikkunna Akhyanangal accepted for publication by SPCS Kottayam.
1. Subject expert for selecting Professor (CAS) in Kannur University.
2. Subject expert for selecting Professor (CAS) in the Calicut University.
3. Subject expert for selecting Assistant Professors in Colleges under the S.N. Trusts Management.
4. Chairman, Board of Question Paper Setters, Calicut University.
5. Member, Board of Question paper setters, Kerala Kala Mandalam Deemed University.
6. Member, Board of Question paper setters, Kannur University.
7. Member, Board of Question paper setters, M.G. University.
Dr.. C. R. Rajagopalan, Professor, Dept. of Malayalam & Hon. Director,
Seminars State, National level
1. Presented a paper on 'Eco aesthetics in Sangham Literature' in the UGC sponsored Nationalseminar on Cultural History of Kerala-Differing Perspectives at Dept. of Malayalam, CatholicateCollege Pathanamthitta in association with ICKS on 11th January, 2012.
2. Attended as resource person in the DYUTI National Conference on 'Family Competence forSocial Development' organised by School of Social Work, Rajagiri College of Social Science,Kalamassery, Ernakulam on 12th January, 2012
3. Delivered a lecture on 'Performances and Literature in Kerala' at EDUSAT TV programme on17th January, 2012
4. Delivered a lecture on 'Aesthetics of writing and reading' at Kerala Sahitya Akademy, Thrissur,21st January, 2012.
5. Presented a paper on 'Tribal Poetry in India' in the UGC National seminar on Ecological Issues andIndian Literature at Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Panmana centre, Kollam on 25thJanuary, 2012.
6. Delivered a lecture on Tribal culture in Kerala in Mala, Thrissur, part of the tribal festival byKIRTADS on 26th January, 2012.
7. Presented a paper on 'Gothra laka veekshanam patavum patanavum in the three day Nationalseminar on Ethnography, conducted by Dept. of Malayalam, UC. College, Aluva, Ernakulam on 1stFebruary, 2012.
8. Attended as Moderator in connection with the Face to Face programme of Manganiar, Folk musicgroup from Rajasthan as part of the International Theatre Festival of Kerala, conducted by KeralaSangheet Ncltak Akademy Thrissur on 2nd February, 2012.
9. Presented a paper on ' Leather puppetry -a visual performance' in the one day National seminar onFolklore conducted by Dept. of Malayalam, Govt. college, Chitur, Plakkad on 29th Februvary 2012.
10. Delivered a demonstration lec"Jre on Ethnomusicology of serpant music in Kerala, conducted byViloppilly Sarnskriti Bhavan part of the Thalam festival, Trivandrum on 2nd March, 2012.
11. Delivered a lecture on 'Eco history Maping of Kerala’, in KFRI, Peechi, Thrissur on 17th March,2012.
12. Presented a paper on 'Keralathinte drisya lavannyam' in the National Seminar conducted by Instituteof Distance Education, University of Kearala on 30th March, 2012.
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13. Presented a paper on 'Post modern poetry in Malayalam' in the Three day National 6'eminar onContemporary Literature conducted by Departments of Malayalam, Hindi and Tamil, University ofKerala on 10th April, 2012.
14. Delivered a lecture on 'Local Knowledge on Seeds' in the gathering of farmers trade alliance inKelakam, Kannur on 10th April, 2012
15. Presented a paper on contributions of Kavalam Narayana Panikkar conducted by Kavalam Samskriti,Thiruvananthapuram, on 5th May, 2012.
16. Conducted a class in the children camp conducted by Asan smarakam, Thonakkal on 8th May,2012.
17. Presented a paper on 'Writing systems in palm leaves' for the two day National seminar on Manuscriptstudies, organised by Oriental Research Institute and Manuscripts Library, University of Kerala on16th May, 2012.
18. Delivered a lecture on ' Folk rhythms of poetry' in the poetry camp conducted by Mozhikkulamsala, Ernakulam on 23rd June 2012.
19. Presented a paper on 'Face book and social net works' in the National seminar on New Media:impact on literature and culture, conducted by Sahitee Sakhyam, Kottayam at Kerala SahithyaAkademy, Thrisur on 14th July 2012.
20. Delivered a lecture on' Human rights and Indigenous Peoples' conducted by Academic Staff College,University of Kerala on 17th July, 2012.
21. Conducted a class on folk theatre to the STP, students in the orientation programme, School ofDrama, Thrissur on 27th July, 2012.
22. Delivered lecture on Folklore in the Kalamandalam Deemed University on 24-26, September, 2012.
23. Delivered presidential address in the Endowment lecture, conducted by Dept. of Tamil, Universityof Kerala on 9th November, 2012.
24. Presented a paper on ‘Socio-Linguistics of folk language’ in the UGC sponsored National seminaron Socio-linguistic aspects of Folk literature in Oral tradition conducted by Dept of Malayalam,Little Flower college, Guruvayoor on 30th. November, 2012.
25. Chaired technical session in the National Seminar on Indian lexicography-theory and practiceconducted by Dept. of Malayalam Lexicon, University of Kerala on 12th December, 2012.
Publications
1. ‘Folklore Landscape of Kerala’, Dr. A. Sijukumar (editor) Biodiversity - Utilisation, Threats andCultural linkages, Narendra Publishing House, Delhi 2012.
1. Attended the department of Malayalam and Kerala studies, University of Calicut on 12nd June2012 to conduct M. Phil examination.
2. Prepaired question papers for M. Phil course, Dept. of Malayalam, Calicut University
3. Attended the M. Phil viva-voce examination held at school of letters, MG University, Kottayam on18-19, April, 2012.
4. M. Phil Dissertation valuation and Viva-Voce in School of letters, MG University on 26th November,2012.
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Workshop and seminar organised
1. Conducted a seminar on Ethnomusicology of K.erala named 'Thudi' organized by ICKS, Universityof Kerala on 28-29, March, 2012.
2. Coordinator of the five day children camp ‘Kalikalayiram’ in the Nursery school, conducted bycampus residence association. Kariavattom from 24 -28th April, 2012
3. Conducted two day National workshop and Seminar on Martial arts of Kerala and Manipur in theInternational Centre for Kerala Studies, University of Kerala in association with Sangeet NatakAkademy, New Delhi on 20-21 July, 2012.
4. Coordinator of the 3 day National seminar on Folklore (Kavettom- nattu samskritiyudearivadayalangal), conducted by Dept. of Malayalam, University of Kerala in association with KeralaFolklore Academy and ICKS, on 5 - 7 December, 2012.
5. Coordinator of the 3 day National seminar 'Pamaram' on 'Inland Water Transport in Kerala-history,culture and biodiversity' conducted by ICKS, University of Kerala on 18820, December, 2012.
Documentation project
1. Video documentation of Mudiyettu and Porattu Natakam, two folk performance in Kerala in part ofthe documentation project of ICKS at Thrissur on 21-22, April, 2012.
2. Conducted Field work and video documentation in Kuttanad and Kodungallur on Inland Watertransport in Kerala.
Major Project
UGC Major project on 'Eco and ethno aesthetics of the folk literature and performances of Kerala'.August 2012.
N. C. Haridasan, Associate Professor
1. Presented a paper on “kmwkv¡m-cn-Im-[n-\n-th-ihpw kmln-Xyhpw” in a National Seminarorganized by the Department of Malayalam, Kattappana Government College, on 22, March 2012.
2. Presented a paper on “aWn-{]-hmfw þ Ncp-{X-]-c-amb At\z-jWw” in a National Seminarorganized by the Department of Malayalam, IDE, on 30, March 2012.
3. Presented a paper on “Pe-km-¶n[yw Nn{X-I-e-bnepw kwkvIm-c-̄ nepw” in a National Seminarorganized by the Department of Malayalam, IDE, on 20 December 2012.
4. Presented a paper on “]mh-§-fpsS kzm[o\w ae-bmf kmln-Xy-¯nepw kwkvIm-c-¯nepw”in a Seminar organized by the Samskarika Vedi, Trivandrum.
5. Presented a paper on “tKm{X-kw-kvIm-c-¯nsâ ka-Im-en-Im-hØ” in a Seminar organized bythe, tKm{X-alm k`, Trivandrum.
1. Presented a paper on “sshtem-¸n-Ån-¡-hn-X-þ-]-cn-ØnXn ZÀi-\-¯nsâ cp apJ-§Ä” inthe National Seminar at Sree Sankarachary Sanskrit University Regional Centre, Thrissur on24.2.2012.
2. Presented a paper on “ae-bmf Ihn-X-bnse \mtSm-Sn-¯m-f-§Ä” in the National Seminar atGovernment College, Chittoor on 29.3.2012.
3. Delivered a speech on “hr¯hpw Ihn-Xbpw” conducted by P. Sankaran Nambiyar foundation atS.K.V, College. Thrissur on 17-03-2012.
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4. Delivered P. Bhaskaran Memorial talk at K.K.T.M. College, Kodungalloor on 13.03.2012.
5. Inaugurated the National Seminar and presented a paper in the National Seminar at GovernmentCollege, Kattappana on 22.03.2012.
6. Resource person in the workshop of Novel translation conducted by the department of ComparativeLiterature, Sree Sankaracharya Sanskrit University. Kalady on 26, 27 and 28 March 2012.
7. A paper presented in the National Seminar at Devamatha College, Kuravirangad on 22/6/2012.
8. A paper presented in the Seminar at SSU Regional Centre, Thiruvananthapuram on 31/7/2012.
9. A Paper presented on Media atr SKV College, Thrissur on 6-9-2012
10. Presented a peaper in the National Seminar at ICKS on 20-12-2012.
1. Attended the Valuation Camp as the external examiner, at Kannur University on 30, 31 January and1, 2 February 2012.
2. Attended the meeting regarding on-line admission at University Office Palayalam on 6-2-2012.
3. Conducted viva-voce of Sajna. K. V. for the Ph.D. Preliminary at Kannur University on 01.03.2012.
5. Submitted the paper regarding the production of Software for grade Conversion (on-line admission)
6. Attended the board meeting of NIOS at Cochin on 30, 31 May 2012 and 29,30 June at Thrissur.
7. Attended the Valuation Camp at Kannur University on 4, 5 & 6 July 2012 as external examinerViva Voce conducted on 23, 24" 15, 26 & 27 July 2012.
10. Conducted BOS meeting for revision of syllabus on 20 September, 4 & 11 October 2012.
11. Attended the meeting conducted by Higher Education Council regarding Semester System on 27/11/2012.
12. Conducted the BOS Malayalam Pass Annual Meeting on 30-11-2012.
13. Attended the meeting of the Board of Question setters at University of Calicut on 1/12/2012.
14. Attended the Meeting of BOS Chairman on 6-12-2012.
Extra Curricular Activities
1. Telecasted an interview with Dr. K. S. Ravikumar in 'Sameeksha' by Doordarshan,Thiruvananthapuram on 18/2/2012.
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2. Accompanied the students for their tour programme to Peppara Dam on 3-3-2012.
3. Attended the governing body meeting of Kumaranasan National Institute of Culture on 16/03/2012.
4. Delivered a Lecture on the Poems of Punalur Balan at YMCA Hall on 19-3-2012.
5. Delivered a felicitation talk in the valedictory function of 21 days workshop at ORI on 21/3/2012.
6. The Board meeting ar Asan smarakom on 4-4-2012.
7. Delivered a Lecture in one day Workshop on Poetry conducted by Saragamanasam at Trivandrumon 11/4/2012.
8. Delivered a Lecture for TTC students ar St. Vincents Training School on 24-4-2012.
9. Participated in the Strike for 'Malayalam First Language' at Trivandrum on 24/4/2012. 6 pm.
10. Took a class for school students at Vailoppilli Samskrithi Bhavan, Trivandrum on 8/5/2012.
11. Member, Judging Committee for Award, Balasahithya Institute, Trivandrum, May 2012,
12. Delivered a book review in ‘Vayana’, Thiruvananthapuram on 12-12-2012.
13. Took a class for Malayalam teachers of St. Thomas School Mukkolakkal on 22/5/2012 in connectionwith their refresher course.
14. Delivered a felicitation talk in the meeting for presenting Koroth Lakshmikkuttiyamma literaryaward at Edappal on 10/6/2012.
15. Presented a review of 'Kavya Sayahnam' at Vailoppilli Samskrithi Bhavan on 18/6/2012.
16. Delivered a Lecture for the M.A. English students, University College, Trivandrum on 10/7/2012.
17. Delivered a talk at ‘Chiri Club’ on 5-8-2012.
18. Inaugurated the Onam festival of Medical education Department on 23/8/2012.
19. Delivered a speech on Malayalam language at Directorate of Collegiate Education on 1/11/2012.
20. Delivered a speech in the function conducted by Kerala Balasahithya Institute at Kanakakkunnuon 3/11/2012.
21. Delivered a felicitation talk to Dr. Thikkurussi Gangadharan on 5/1212012.
22. Presented a book review in the Literary evening conducted by Yuvakalasahithi at Trivandrum on21/1.212012.
23. Inaugurated the 'Kavisammelanam' at Govt. H.S. Pappanamcode on 2611212012 in connectionwith the NSS Camp.
24. Judge for the Competitions in connection with the 'State Keralotsavam' at Thrissur on 28/12/2012.
25. Inaugurated the X'mas • New Year Celebration of Poomkodu Residents Association, Trivandrum.71 on 30112/2012.
26. Judge, Award Committee 2012, Kerala Sahithya Academy, Thrissur.
27. Chairman/Question paper setter of various Universities and Boards, 2012.
Dr. M. A. Siddeek, Lecturer
Change of Designation
Relieved from University College and joined to Dept. of Malayalam, University of Kerala on theFN of 12/11/2012
M. Phil, Ph.D. Supervision
1. Registered seven research scholars under various innovative topics on literature, literaryhistoriography,
2. Submitted One M Phil. thesis based on .V. Sreeraman's selected Short Stories
UGC Major Project
UGC allotted a fund of 3.4 7 lakhs for the completion of a major project entitled "THE
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PREPARATION OF A GLOSSARY OF WESTERN LITERARY THEORY FOR MALAYALAM"
DETAILS OF PUBLICATION
Books
A. Mullapperiyaril ninnu anusha Ist Edition pub. by Chintha Publishers
B. Mavo December 2nd edition pub. by Sithara Publishers
C. Priyappetta MuthassIkk 2nd edition pub. by Mythri Books
Articles in Recognized journals
Keetsine Sugathakumariyil Vayikkumpol 2012 February. Vinjana Kairali published some other articlesin various non -academic journals
Editing
Edited 4 issues of Sanghasabdam journal
Cinema
Scripted, Directed a short film “DHARAANI”
Seminars, Conferences, Workshops .
1. NAVEENOTHARA THAYUDE KERALEEY A PARISARAM Institute of Distance Education,University of Kerala 2012 March 29,30
2. Leelathilakaththile Ulppaththivaadangal, Department of Malayalam 2012 September 25,26,27
Public Interactions
Participated as chief guest in various meetings, Delivered over 100 speeches in various culturalprogrammes. Participated as resource person in several literary camps conducted by someorganizations.
1. On 27th July 2012, UGC sanctioned my proposal for Major Research Project.
2. On 7th November 2012 relieved from Fatima Mata National College and joined in the Departmentof Malayalam as Lecturer.
3. On 8th November presented a paper in the National Seminar on Kerala Culture conducted by theDepartment of Malayalam, University of Kerala.
4. Delivered a talk on Experimental Theatre at FMNC for BA/MA Malayalam students on 12thNovember 2012.
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5. Three more students have started their Research for Ph.D. under my guidance on 7th August2012.
Activities
1. Delivered the keynote address in the International Women's Day Celebrations of Kollam Corporation.
2. Delivered a talk about Kakkanadan in the annual Celebrations conducted by District Library Councilon 14 April 2012.
3. One of the judge of AD Sheriff elocution competition conducted by FMNC, Kollam on 07/12/2012.
4. The selection committee member of the, Best Book award in Malayalam Prose conducted byCatholic Welfare Association.
ORIENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE & MANUSCRIPTS LIBRARY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308421
Head of the Department : Dr. K. G. Sreelekha
Designation Male Female Total
Professor - 1 1
Associate Professor - 1 1
Assistant Professor - 1 1
Lecturer - 2 2
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Courses Male Female Total Pass percentage
M.A. Elective (Manuscriptology) 15 32 47 100%
M. Phil. (Manuscriptology) 2 6 8 100%
Ph. D. Full Time 6 10 16
Ph. D. Part Time 3 2 5
No. of students whosecured University SRF 1 1
No. of students whosecured University JRF 5 5
No. of students who securedUGC JRF 1 - 1
No. of students who securedUGC SRF 1 - 1
Oriental Research institute & Manuscripts Library is the 2nd largest manuscripts collection inAsia. This department has a proud history of 104 years and has already crossed its centenary in2008 was established out of tutelary interest by the then Maharaja of Travancore, His HighnessSree Mulam Thirunal in the year 1908. This department is world famous for its vast collection of
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Manuscripts of around 65,000 works and for variety of subjects, materials, scripts, languages, andwriting materials.
Major functions of the department are at three fold 1) Collection and Preservation of Manuscripts2) Publications and Sales 3) Teaching and Research.
Departmental Activities - 2012
Workshop Organized
1. Twenty one Days Basic Level National Workshop on “Manuscriptology and Palaeography” incollaboration with the National Mission for Manuscripts, IGNCA New Delhi from 1st March to21st March 2012 at ORI & Mss. Library, Kariavattom.
Seminar organized
1. Two Day National seminar on ‘Manuscript studies’ on May 16th and 17th 2012 at ORI & Mss.Library, Kariavattom.
Lectures organized
1. Dr. Ganapathi Sastri Memorial Lecture - 2011 on 24th January 2012. Dr. N.P Unni, FormerVice Chancellor, SSUS, Kalady delivered the lecture on “Dr. T. Ganapathi Sastri and Bhasa plays.”
2. Dr. K. Raghavan pillai Endowmwnt lecture on 27th November 2012. Dr. V. George Mathewdelivered the lecture on “Dr. K. Raghavan Pillai’s literary criticism - A Psychological approach”
3. Dr. T. Ganapathi Sastri Memorial Lecture 2012 on 12th December 2012. Dr. A.M Unnikrishnandelivered the lecture on “Ezhuthachan and Kerala culture.”
Extra curricular activities
1. Consultancy work undertaken to various private Manuscripts repositories by the help of NationalMission for Manuscripts project.
2. Awareness programmes regarding care and preservation of manuscripts were conducted todifferent institutions and private manuscript collections.
3. Helping the Indologist research scholars and other faculties from inside and outside India forselecting and reading the manuscripts.
4. Many rare manuscripts and digital copies were collected to the department as donation fromprivate collections.
5. Conservation and cataloguing of Manuscripts in Travancore Devaswom Board, Trivandrum.
6. Manuscript surveys are conducted all over kerala.
Other noteworthy events
1. Pongal, Onam and Christmas are celebrated by the students, teachers and staff of the Department.
2. Conducted Exhibitions of rare Manuscripts and Publications of the ORI & MSS Library.
3. Awareness classes were conducted to the visitors of this department for care and preservation ofmanuscripts.
4. Organized a feast with Natural Vegetation (green lunch) named ‘Bhojana kuthoogalam’ in thedepartment to the students, staff and teachers of Kariavattom Campus.
Dr. K.G. Sreelekha
Area of Specialisation:
Malayalam language and literature, Manuscriptology, Palaeography, Ancient Scripts and Criticaledition of Manuscripts.
Research Activities:
1. Ph. D Degree awarded - 2
2. Ph. D Thesis submitted - 1
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3. Ph. D Guiding - 5
4. M. Phil awarded - 6
5. M. Phil submitted - 4
Books published
1. Edited and published the department Malayalam Journal “Pracheenakairali” Vol. 36.
2. Edited and published the departmental Sanskrit Journal “Journal of Manuscript Studies” Vol. 41.
3. Edited and published, “Viswakarmeeyam Manipravalam” - critical edition and commentary.
4. Edited and published, “Vasthuvidya” - critical edition.
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4. Published the article Paithrukam in Malayalam research journal Vol. 5 No.1 January 2012.
5. Published the article Paithrukam in Malayalam research journal. Vol. 5 No. 2 May 2012.
6. Published the article Paithrukam in Malayalam research journal. Vol. 5 No. 3 September 2012.
Nomination
1. Member of the Academic Council, University of Kerala.
2. Member of the Board of Studies, Archeology, University of Kerala.
3. Member of the Board of Studies (PG) Malayalam, University of Kerala.
4. Project Co-ordinator of ORI ML MRC, National Mission for Manuscripts, Ministry of Culture,New Delhi.
5. Project Co-ordinator of ORI ML MCC, National Mission for Manuscripts, Ministry of Culture,New Delhi.
6. Project Co-ordinator of Digital Archiving Centre at ORI & MSS Library by C-DIT.
Seminars attended
1. Attended the three day National Seminar ‘Samakalika sahithyam’ on 10-12, April 2012 organizedby Malayalam department, University of Kerala.
2. Attended the two day National “Interdisciplinary seminar on Reforms in Land laws: Human rightsdimensions” on 4th February 2012 organized by department of Law, University of Kerala.
3. Attended the two day National workshop ‘Thudi’ on 28th, 29th March 2012 organized by ICKS,Kariavattom.
4. Attended the National Seminar ‘Sathottar Hindi Sahithya’ on 27th February 2012 organized by thedepartment of Hindi, Kariavattom.
5. Attended the three day National Seminar ‘Malayala kavithayude charithrapatham’ on 17-19, October2012 organized by the department of Malayalam, Kariavattom.
6. Attended the National Seminar on “Relevance of Malayalam in the field of Information Technology”organized by the department of Linguistics, Kariavattom.
7. Attended the three day National Seminar ‘Samkarapathanam-puthuvazhikal’ on 7,8,9 November2012 organized by department of Malayalam.
8. Attended the three day National Seminar “Leelathilakam” on 25-27 September 2012 organized bythe department of Malayalam, Kariavattom.
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9. Attended the three day National Seminar on “Speech synthesis and its applications” from 9-11July 2012 organized by the department of Linguistics.
10. Attended the two day National Seminar on ‘Manuscript Studies’ by ORI & Mss. Library,Kariavattom on May 16th and 17th 2012 and presented a paper ‘Samsodhitha samskaranathinteprasakthi- pracheena krithikalil’.
Other academic activities
1. Served as Resource person of the Refresher course in Malayalam, Academic Staff College,University of Kerala.
2. Keynote Speaker, the Manuscripts Awareness Programmes conducted by the Department andNational Mission for Manuscripts, New Delhi.
Girija R, Associate Professor
Lectures attended
1. Dr. K. Raghavan pillai Endowmwnt lecture on 27th November 2012. Dr. V. George Mathewdelivered the lecture on “Dr. K. Raghavan Pillai’s literary criticism - A Psychological approach”
2. Dr. T. Ganapathi Sastri Memorial Lecture 2012 on 12th December 2012. Dr. A.M Unnikrishnandelivered the lecture on “Ezhuthachan and Kerala culture.”
Workshop attended
Resource Person in the 21 days ‘Basic Level Workshop on Manuscriptology and Palaeography’organized by NMM New Delhi and ORI & Mss. Library, Kariavattom.
Dr. O. Padmakumari, Assistant Professor
Research activities
Number of Reaserch Students : 7
Number of M. Phil awarded : 2
M. Phil submitted : 4
Book published
1. Nannool
Papers published
1. Padmanabha Swami Pillai Tamil - an introduction (Aayvukkovai - 2012)
2. Thirumenikkaruppu Pracheena kairali, Vol. 36.
Papers presented
1. Presented a paper ‘Poetic Style in Thirumenikkaruppu’ – in connection with the National Seminaron Manuscript studies conducted by ORI & Mss. Library, Kariavattom on 16th and 17th of May –2012.
2. Presented a paper ‘Tamil Nadakangal’ in three days National Seminar conducted by MalayalamDepartment, Kariavattom on 12th April 2012.
Workshop attended
Attended 10 days workshop (from 10th December to 19th December) Linguistic Department onthe topic ‘Impact of Tholkappiam on Traditional Malayalam Grammar.’
Other activities
Resource Person in the 21 days ‘Basic Level Workshop on Manuscriptology and Palaeography’organaized by NMM New Delhi and ORI & Mss. Library, Kariavattom.
Seminars attended
1. Three days National Seminar from 8th February to 10th February at University College, Trivandrum.
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2. Attended three days National Seminars conducted by Malayalam Department , Kariavattom.
3. Two days National Seminar on Manuscript Studies conducted by ORI & Mss. Library, Kariavattom.
4. Relevance of Malayalam in the field of Information Technology – conducted by linguisicsDepartment, Kariavattom on 1st November 2012.
5. S. Vaiyapuri Pillai Endowment Lecture on November – 7th, 2012.
6. ‘Ilango mantram’ – Seminar conducted by Tamil Department, Kariavattom on 8th November –2012.
7. Endowment Lecture ‘Saint Ramalingar and Gandhiji, conducted by Tamil Department Kariavattomon 9th November – 2012.
8. Three days National Seminar conducted by Malayalam Department Kariavattom, ‘ malayalakavithayude charithrapadam’ – on 17th October to 19th October 2012.
9. Three days National Seminar conducted by Malayalam Department, Kariavattom, ‘Leelathilakamoru vayana’, on September 25th to 27th September 2012.
Dr. Sainaba. M, Lecturer
Seminar attended
1. Three days National Seminar conducted by Malayalam Department, Kariavattom, ‘Kavettam’, on5,6,7 December 2012.
Lectures attended
1. Dr. K. Raghavan pillai Endowmwnt lecture on 27th November 2012. Dr. V. George Mathewdelivered the lecture on “Dr. K. Raghavan Pillai’s literary criticism - A Psychological approach”
2. Dr. T. Ganapathi Sastri Memorial Lecture 2012 on 12th December 2012. Dr. A.M Unnikrishnandelivered the lecture on “Ezhuthachan and Kerala culture.”
1. Three days National Seminar conducted by Malayalam Department, Kariavattom, ‘Kavettam’, on5,6,7 December 2012.
Lectures attended
1. Dr. K. Raghavan pillai Endowmwnt lecture on 27th November 2012. Dr. V. George Mathewdelivered the lecture on “Dr. K. Raghavan Pillai’s literary criticism - A Psychological approach”
2. Dr. T. Ganapathi Sastri Memorial Lecture 2012 on 12th December 2012. Dr. A.M Unnikrishnandelivered the lecture on “Ezhuthachan and Kerala culture.”
Field of Specialization: Grammar, Linguistics. Comparative Literature , Folklore and Translation
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Research Activities
Ph.D Awarded - 3
Ph.D Thesis Submitted - 2
Ph.D Guiding - 8
M.Phil Awarded - 4
M.Phil Guiding - 2
Aspire Project Completed - 2
External Examiner for Ph. D Thesis - 11
1. Work on the study of Tribal Language and Tribal Lore of kerala
2. Work on the preparation of the Transfer Grammar for Tamil Malayalam Machine
Translation
3. Translation of Tamil Malayalam Literature
Research Papers or Books Published
1 ‘Bharathidasan Vallathol padaippukalil Mozhi nadai Or Oppeedu’ Published in the Journalof‘Auivukovai’ May 2012 (Volume 5 Pages3630-3635 )of All India University TamilTeachersAssociation Madurai
2 Keralaththil chilappathikarakalaikalum Kannaki vazhipaadum’ Published in the Proceedings ofAll Kerala Tamil Fedaratin Thiruvananthapuram in Otober 2012
Participation in Seminar/ Lectures Delivered
1 Participated and presented a Paper in the three days National Seminar on the topic’ParipaadalKattallum karpiththalum ’ conducted by Central Institute of Classical Tamil ,Chennai , Govt .ofIndia from 18-1-2012 to20-1-2012 at University College Thiruvananthapuram
2 Participated and presented a Paper in the three days National Seminar on the topic KeralathilKannaki vazhipattu Ezhutchi ’ conducted by Central Institute of Classical Tamil ,Chennai , Govt.of India from 23-1-2012 to25-1-2012 at Govt Womens College Salem
3 Attended and Delivered a class in the Workshop on the topic “Translations of Tirukkural to OtherDravidian Languages” conducted by International School of Dravidian Linguist Association ISDLThiruvananthapuram on 17.02.2012
4 Participated and presented a Paper in the three days National Seminar on the topic ‘PathittupaththilThozhil Vazhalam’’ conducted by Central Institute of Classical Tamil ,Chennai , Govt .of Indiafrom 27.02.2012at Govt Arts College Kumbakonam Tamilnadu
5 Attended and Delivered a class in the Workshop on the topic Kerala Choolalil ChilppathiKaaraKalaikal conducted by Central Institute of Classical Tamil ,Chennai , Govt .of India from 24-02-2012 to26-02-2012
6 Delivered a key Note Address and presented a paper on “ Sanga Illakkiathil Vaalviyal Kotpaatukalon 28.02.2012 at Sara Tekker College Palayamkottai
7 Delivered a key Note Addresson a National seminar at Palani Andavar College Palani On16.03.2012
8 Participated and presented a Paper in the three days National Seminar on the topic ‘Tamil ShortStories’’ conducted by Tamil Malayalam & Hindi Departments University of Kerala from 10. 042012to 12. 04.2012
9 Delivered a Lecture and act as judge for best Short Stories Selection at ThiruvananthapuramTamil Sangamon 26.04.2012
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10 Attended and presented a paper in the Three National Seminar Conducted by Department ofOriental Research Institute&Manuscriptology,University of Kerala on the topic ‘ The Structure ofTamil Language in Tamil Medicinal Manuscripts from 16.05.2012to 18.05.2012.
11 Attended and presented a paper at Thiruvananthapuram Tamil sangam on the Topic KeralathilTamil Kalvi conducted by Kerala State Linguistics Minority Tamil Teachers association from9.03.12 to 10.03.2012
12 Participated in the two days National Seminar conducted by Kerala state Higher EducationCouncil 04.06.2012 to 05.06.2012
13 Delivered a Lecture in a National Seminar on 19.12.2012 at University College,Thiruvananthapuram
Extra Curricular Activities ;
Position Held
1 Member Board of Studies Tamil (Pass), Kerala University
2 Member, Board of Studies Tamil (PG ), Kerala University
3 Council of Direction (CD )Member in International School of Dravidian LinguisticsAssociationThiruvananathapuram
Delivered two Radio Talks through All India Radio Thiruvananthapuram on th topic ‘PadiththathilPidiththathu ‘
Membership in Professional bodies
1 Life member in All India Scintific Tamil Association Tanjavoor
2 Life Member in Tamil Thiravananthapuram Tamil Sangam , Trivandrum
3 Life Member in All India University Tamil Teachers Association
Dr. T. VIJAYALAKSHMI
Field of Specialization : Folklore , Sangam Literature, Linguistics , Modern Literature , Translationand Grammar
Research Activities
Ph.D Thesis Submitted - 1
Ph.D Guiding - 6
M.phil Guiding - 2
Aspire thesis submitted - 8
External Examiner for Ph. D Thesis - 5
BOOK PUBLISHED
1 Kaikul oru Kanal , (Modern Poetry)
2 Inam + Mozhi = Ilakkiyam ( Essays Collection )
3 Lime Light ( Translated Novel)
Research Paper Publised
1 Published a paper entitled “ Nagar thinai ennum Aaraam thinai” in Aoivukkovai
2 Published a paper entitled “ Tamil Malayalam Penniya Ezhuththalarkal “ inTamil Sangam
3 Published a paper entitled “ Kurunthokai Kattralum Karppiththalum” in University College.
4 Published a paper entitled “Hightech kalaacharam” in Kerala tamil ,TVPM.
Seminars / Workshop Attended and Paper Presented
1 Paper presented in a National Seminar Conducted by Tamil Sangam on the topic “BharathiymPennum”
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2 Paper presented in a National Seminar Conducted by CICT and Calicut University on the Topic“Sangam Usages in Modern Malayalam Language”
3 Paper presented in a National Seminar Conducted by CICT on the topic “ Sanga IlakkiyamKattralum Karpiththalum”.
4 Attended a Workshop on Text Book Preparation for 10 th Standard Students by KSLMA
5 Attended a Curriculum committee meeting for approval of Text Books by SCERT‘
6 Paper presented in a National Seminar Conducted by Arts College on the Topic of “BharathiyinPan muga Alumai”.
Position Held
1. Chair Person Board of Studies Tamil (Pass), Kerala University
2. Member, Board of Studies Tamil (PG ), Kerala University
3. Question paper setter for UG & PG , Calicut University
4. Question paper setter for PG , Gandhigram University
5. Executive Committee Member in FOSSILS
Extra Curricular Activities
1 Presented a Short Story “Agni kunju” in All India Radio
2 Rent Voice for Documentary Film
3 Comparer for Programs
4 Dubbing Artist
Membership in Professional bodies
1. Life member in FOSSILS
2. Life Member in Tamil Sangam , Trivandrum
3. Life Member in All India University Tamil Teachers Association
Dr. HEPSY ROSE MARY .A
Field of Specialization : Grammar, Sangam Literature, Linguistics and Modern Literature
1 Published a paper entitled “ Tolkappiyamum Thakaval Thodarpum” in Aoivukkovai
2 Published a paper entitled “Neminathamum Samukauravukalum “Tamil Ilakkiya Vakaimaikal
3 Published a paper entitled “ Cirupanattruppadai unarththum Tamizharin Vakaimaikal “ inPazhaniandavar College.
Seminars / Workshop Attended and Paper Presented
1 Paper presented in a Workshop Conducted by CICT and Kerala University on the topic of“Impact of Tolkappiyam on Virachozhiam and Neminatham”
2 Paper presented in a Workshop Conducted by CICT and Sree Kalishvari College on the Topic“Cheviyal Ilakkiyangal Kattum Peridar Melanamai”
3 Attended a workshop on “Training cum Workshop Testing and Evaluation,” at Govy. VictoriaCollege .
Position Held
1 Question paper setter for UG & PG , Calicut University
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Membership in Professional bodies
1 Life member in DLA
2 Life Member in Tamil Sangam , Trivandrum
3 Life Member in All India University Tamil Teachers Association
4 Life Member in Nooku, Chennai
Noteworthy Events of the Department
I Seminars
1 Three Day National Seminar on Recent Trent in Tamil , Malayalam and Hindi Literature Conductedby Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi Department.
II Endowment Lectures.
1. Professor S. Vaiyapurip Pillai Endowment Lecture – 11, by Dr. K. Panchangam and Dr. K.Kuttalam Pillai.
2. Professor Manonmaniyam. P . Sundaram Pillai Endowment Lecture – 17 by Dr. C. SubramoniaPillai and Dr. Rajagopal.
3. Saint Ramalingar and Gandhiji Endowment Lecture – 2 by Dr. P. Doctor Nazeemdeen and Dr.James R. Daniel.
4. Former Professor Endowment Lecture - 2,3 & 4 by Dr. Gloria Sundramathy , Dr. M. Nainar andDr. S. Azhakesan.
III Special Lectures
1 Department Conducted One day Special Lecture on “Experiences in Folklore” by Dr. GovindhaVarma Raja and Dr. Soman Kadalure.
2 Department Conducted One day Special Lecture on “Tamil Studies and Employment in Singapore“ by Dr. Seethalakshmi, Singapore.
3 Department Conducted One day Special Lecture on “ Vellankattan Padalkal oru Mathippeedu” bySri. Nalini and Sri. Vellayngiri.
4 Department Conducted One day Special Lecture on “Thiruvalluvar Vazhi Nadappom” by Sri.Pannirselvam.
FACULTY OF FINE ARTS
DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC
NEAR UNIVERSITY WOMEN’S HOSTEL, VAZHUTHACAUD,THYCAUD P. O., THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308995
Head of the Department: Dr. B. Pushpa
Designation Male Female Total
Professor - 1 1
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012 Male Female Total
Post graduate 2 7 9
M. Phil. 4 4
Ph. D. 1 8 9
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Number of Research Students: 9 + 4 M. Phil.
Extra Curricular Activities
1. The staff and students regularly participate and perform in the concerts and other Music Programmes
outside the state
2. Staff and students participated & performed in the Guruvayoor Ekadasi festival & Chembai Festival
Other Noteworthy Events:
1. On 11th January a Vocal demonstration presented by Sri. Bombay Hari
2. On 17th January Tyagaraja aradhana was performed
3. On 19th January a vocal concert was performed by Smt. M. S. Sheela (Banglore)
4. On 20th January a vocal concert was performed by Sri. Venkataramanan Potty
5. In the National Seminar as Contribution of Women to classical Carnatic Music sponsored by UGC,
at Tirupathy, Women's University, the HOD Dr. B. Pushpa gave a paper presentation in the
contribution of Women Composors of Kuala and a key note address in its Valedictory function on
25th February 2012.
6. On 29th February a demonstration of the art form- Koodiyattam was done by Usha Nangiyar
7. On 22nd March a concert programme organized by Akasavani was presented by Smt. Sangita
Samrat Smt. Parassala B Ponnammal
8. On 16th April a vocal concert was organized, on the birth date of Sri Swathi Tirunal, and was
presented by Sri. Dileep Kumar.
9. On 14th Maya vocal concert performed by the eminent artist-Sri. Srivalsan .J Menon (in memory
of Prof. M.K. Mohana Chandran and Neyyattinkara Vasudevan)
10. On 12th July a Lecture demonstration was done by Smt Sankari Krishnan (Chennai)
11. On 8th August Smt. Dwaram J Lakshmi (Tirupathy) presented the vocal concert
12. On 9th August a concert was presented under the banner of Stage Performance by Vaikkom
Jayachandran.
13. On September 27th Smt. Prema Mallikarjunan's Veena Recital was organized by Veena Sangh &
Swaranjali.
14. On 27th October to 1st November 2012 the students of this Department went to Thirupathy to
attend a competition and got selection in Yuva Layam.
15. Department Students took part in the Kerala University Youth Festival (Kollam) and won prizes
for light music and group music. Sri. Gopi Krishnan. V was the First Prize Winner in Classical
Music .
16. In connection with the Brahmotsavam festival of Padmavati Devi of Tirupathy, the Head of the
Dept. of Music Dr. B. Pushpa gave a Music Concert in Tirupathy Padmavathy Temple on November
21st.
17. On 6.11.2012 in connection with the CCRT, New Delhi, Ministry of Culture & General Education
Department Kerala, Dr. B. Pushpa engaged two sessions at Adhyapak Bhavan TVPM about the
Introducing Cultural Components in the curriculum (Music)
18. On 11th December 2012 the Swaranjali group in association with The Ministry of Culture, Govt. of
India organized a programme of Carnatic Harmony (Vocal Instrumental Ensemble), Presidential
address given by Dr. B. Pushpa, Professor & Head Dept. of Music, and two sessions were
engaged by Fr. Dr. George on the topic of "Carnatic Harmony in relation with Western Harmony".
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FACULTY OF COMMERCE
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
SENATE CAMPUS, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2306422 (Extn. 366)
Head of the Department: Dr. C. Ganesh
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 4 1 5
Associate Professor - - -
Lecturer - - -
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of courses Male Female Total
I M. Com. 9 18 27
II M. Com. 5 17 22
M. Phil. 3 8 11
Ph. D. 19 17 36
Number of Research Students : 36
Dr. C. Ganesh, Professor & Head
1. Published an article on 'Quantitative Easing and Foreign Investment Inflows in India - Is there aConnection' in Commerce & Business Researcher, Jan 1 Jun 30, 2012. Vol 5. Issues 1 & 2
2. Published an article on 'Implications of Psychological Contract for Human Resources Management:An Indian IT Industry Perspective' in Management Researcher, Jul - Sep, 2012. Vol XIX. Issue 1
3. An article on 'Evidence of Interest Rate Channel of Monetary Policy Transmission in India' acceptedfor publication in IBSA Journal of Business Studies.
4. Chaired a technical session on 'New Perspectives in Product and Brand Management' at theIndian Institute of Management, Lucknow (IIML) International Conference in Marketing entitled'Shaping the Future of Research in Marketing in Emerging Economies: Looking Ahead' held duringJan 12 - 14, 2012. Also presented a paper on 'Investigating the Consumer Dilemma TowardsFMCG in the South Indian State of Kerala.'
5. Chaired a technical session on 'Accounting' at the 4th 'Global Conference on SME, Entrepreneurship,and Service Innovation 2012' organized by Griffith University at Gold Coast, Australia during July12 -13, 2012. Also presented two papers entitled 'Forensic Accounting; Checkmate for CorporateFraud' and 'The Crisis of Fair Value Accounting: Making Sense of the Recent Debate.'
Dr. Resia Beegam. S
1. Presented a paper "Management Personal and Professional Roles: Dilemma of Modern Society"in the 4th International Conference on innovative Management Strategies for Emerging BusinessParadigms organized by Alaikamatha Institute of Management on Jan. 28th 2012.
2. Served as Local Coordinator for a 6 day residential workshop of Training of Trainers under CapacityBuilding of omen Managers in Higher Education, during 10-15 September 2012, which is sanctionedto the Department by the UGC.
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Positions Held
Member, Board of Studies in Management, University of Kerala
Editorial Board member, SMART, Journal of Business Management Studies, published by ScientificManagement and Advanced Research Trust, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
President, Kerala University Teachers Organisation (KUTO)
Secretary, Alumni Association, Department of Commerce, University of Kerala
Paper Presentations
Presented a paper titled Service Sector Growth and Indian Economy in the Globalization Era in theInternational Conference on Business Excellence organized by Sharjah University, Sharjah duringMay 9-102012.
Made a Keynote address in a National Seminar organized by Jamal Mohamed College,Tiruchirappalli on 22 January 20 12.
Made an invited presentation on 'Financial Inclusion and Social Justice' at Institute of ParliamentaryAffairs, Thiruvananthapuram on 24 th March 2012.
Made an Invited presentation on Financial System in connection with the inauguration of DHANAM -a management club of MSNP Institute of Management and Technology, Kollam on 20 September 2012.
Participated in the 65th AII India Commerce Conference held at Mumbai during Nov. 9 - 11 2012and presented in two papers in two different technical sessions.
Made an invited presentation on 'Reporting and Thesis Writing' for Engineering College Teachersat Government Engineering College, Sreekariyam, Thiruvananthapuram on 17th Nov. 2012.
Made an Invited presentation in connection with the inauguration of Souvenir published byDepartment of Commerce, FMN College, Kollam on 23 November 2012.
Published work
Published an article titled "Training and Development Needs in Manufacturing Industry An Analysis"in Commerce and Business Researcher, Thiruvananthapuram.
Resource person
Served as Resource Person III Academic Staff College, Kannur University, Kannur.
Foreign Visits
Visited Gulf countries such as Sharjah and Dubai
Dr. Gabriel Simon
1. Priority Sector lending and empowerment of weaker sections of the society, Southern EconomistAugust 1, 2012 Vol. 51
2. Challenges in the Industrial sector of Kerala, Yojana( Malayalam), Vol. 6, No.6 January 2012
3. Research That Empowers-Basic Principles For Best Practices Management Researcher, March2012
4. GAAR- ISSUES UNRESOLVED, Commerce and Business Researcher Volume 5, Issue 1 and 2.
5. Social Performance Assessment of Micro-finance' Growth and Crisis of MFI, Commerce andBusiness Researcher volume 5, Issue 1 and 2.
Books
1. Knowledge Management, Discovery Publishing House, New Delhi, 2012.
Workshops - 2012
1. Chaired a Session on Best Practices in Research on the National Seminar on Research andKnowledge management- The Role of Industry and academic sponsored by the Director of Collegiate
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Education, Government of Kerala organized by the Department of Commerce on 19th and 20thJanuary 2012.
2. Served as a Resource person for the session Convincing Research Report in the National workshopon Research Methods in Social Sciences organized by the Researchers Forum, Department. ofCommerce and Institute of Management in Kerala, University of Kerala on 3rd and 4th February2012.
3. Financial Sector Reforms and banking Industry - Opportunities and Challenges, February 23-24,2012
4. Presented a Paper titled Emerging Trends in Capital Market in the National Seminar organized byPost graduate Department of Commerce, Mar Athanasius College Kotahamangalam, Ernakulamduring 15th march 2012.
5. Acted as Chairperson in the two day UGC Sponsored National Seminar on " The impact of MNCsentry in the Indian Retail Market" organized by the Department of Commerce of ChiagarajarCollege, Madurai on 16th march 2012.
6. Participated in the National seminar on "Higher Education 2.0- illumine the future" organized bythe Kerala state higher education council on 4th and 5th June 2012.
7. Served as Resource person for the Technical Session of Planning Research Articles in the nationalworkshop on Research Article writing in Commerce and Management organized by the PGDepartment of Commerce, Govt. Victoria College, Palakkad on 22nd and 23rd November
8. Delivered the Key note address at a seminar on Research Methods organized by college ofEngineering, Trivandrum on December 6th, 2012.
9. Was a resource person for two Orientation courses organized by UGC Academic staff College,University of Kerala and a refresher course organized by UGC Academic staff College, KannurUniversity. Was the co-coordinator for refresher course organized by UGC Academic staff College,University of Kerala.
Ph D Awards
3 candidates were awarded Ph.D.
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
THYCAUD, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2304718
Head of the Department : Dr. Theresa Susan A.
Designation Male Female Total
Professor & Head - 1 1
Reader - - -
Lecturer - 3 3
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of courses Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course M.Ed. 2 33 35(2 discontinued)
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M. Phil. 1 8 91 discontinued &
1 readmission
Ph. D. 3 17 20
Number of Research Students : 20
The Department of Education, University of Kerala carried out the routine activities of theDepartment which included Teaching, Research, Evaluation and Examinations in addition to theextension activities, organisation of curricular events, participation cum presentation in seminars,workshops, conferences, publications etc. by all the members of the teaching faculty of theDepartment, which are given separately.
The Department organized an International Seminar on Gandhian Educational Principles andPractices for the Emerging Global Scenario in connection with the Dr. N.P. Pillai CentennialCelebration Committee & SPFERD at Kerala Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi, Thycaud, 25th to 2th July,2012.
The Department organised a National conference on Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya inconnection with his 150th Birth Anniversary
The Centres of the Department namely Centre for Curriculum Development, Centre for EducationalTechnology, Centre for Learning Disabilities and Difficulties organised several programmes andactivities.
Apart from this, The Department had the credit of conducting ten Open Defences and all the tenscholars were awarded Ph.D. in 2012. (Tessy Xavier, Ancy Jayaraj, Jayasree T K, AmruthakumariY K, Divya C Senan, Joselin Russel, Sheeba L, Smitha J M, Anitha Soman and Anwar K). Eightother scholars who submitted their Ph.D. Thesis in 2012 are awaiting the award
Dr. Theresa Susan. A Reader & Head
Participated in
1. UGC Sponsored International Education Meet on Education for Global Excellence (5-7 January,2012) at Mar Theophilus Training College Nalanchira, TVPM in the capacity of Panelist (Resourceperson).
2. Three days workshop and seminar organized by CACEE, from April 10-12, 2012 at RTC Kaimanamon Curriculum Course Designing in the capacity of Resource Person.
3. National Seminar on "Higher Education 2.0 - Illuminate the Future" organized by the Kerala StateHigher Education Council, held at Thiruvananthapuram on 4th and 5th June 2012.
4. One day consultation workshop on Preparation of Vision and Action Plan for Universities - NLMcollaboration organized by CACEE and SRC sponsored by MHRD (Government of India) andNLMA at Mascot Hotel Thiruvananthapuram on 26th September 2012.
5. Workshop on Recognition, Validation and Accreditation of Prior Learning: organised by StateResource Centre, Government of Kerala on Nov 7th and 8th 2012 at Thiruvananthapuram
6. National Seminar on Multidisciplinary Approach to Disability Management Organized by Centrefor Disability studies, Poojappura, TVPM from 3rd to 4th December 2012.
7. Co-ordinated a UGC sponsored National Conference on Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya AGreat Visionary Educationist of India organised by Department of Education University of KeralaThycaud Trivandrum, 19-20 December, 2012.
Presented Papers in
1. UGC Sponsored International Education Meet on Education for Global Excellence (5-7 January ,2012) at Mar Theophilus Training College Nalanchira, TVPM and presented a paper entitled:Integration of ICT to empower the learner as a Digital Citizen.
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2. UGC sponsored National Seminar on Financial Sector Reforms and the Banking Industry in India-Opportunities and Challenges held on February 23rd and 24th 2012 at Department of Commerce,University of Kerala and presented a paper entitled, " Technological Challenges in Banking Sector"
3. Three day National Workshop - Cum- Seminar on the Emerging Facets of Lifelong Education on10th to 11th April 2012 and functioned as a Resource Person and Chaired the Paper PresentationSession.
4. National Seminar on Enhancing teaching strategies to edify diverse learners Organized by St.Joseph's College of Education, Ooty from 27th to 29th April 2012 entitled Slow learners- How canthey be identified and supported?
5. UGC sponsored National Seminar on Education for National and Emotional Integration on 5th and6th June, 2012 at St. Thomas College of Teacher Education Pala, and presented a paper entitled:'Social Development Becoming a Person"
6. UGC sponsored National Seminar on " Naturalistic Intelligence - Harmonizing scientific inquiryand eco-friendliness in learners" Organized by NSS Training College, Changanachery on 12th and13th July 2012 entitled Environmental Literacy: A study among Teacher Educators.
7. International seminar on Gandhian Educational Principles and Practices for the emerging globalscenario on 25th 26th and 27th July 2012 at Kerala Gandhi Smarak Nidhi, Thycaud,Thiruvananthapuram and presented a paper entitled" Philosophical perspectives of value Education"
8. UGC sponsored National Level Seminar on information and communication Technology in Education:Challenges and Innovations on 8th, 9th August 2012 and presented a paper entitled: 'A Study onInternet knowledge of Research Scholars and their usag.
9. National Seminar on Honing Research Skills level 1 organised by M.Ed Department, FathimaMemorial Training College, Pallimukku, Kollam, on 9th November, 2012 and presented a papertitled: 'Codes of Ethics in Social Relations Research.
10. UGC sponsored national conference on Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya: A Great VisionaryEducationalist of India" in connection with his 150th Birth anniversary celebrations held atDepartment of Education, University of Kerala on 19th & 20th December 2012 and Presented apaper entitled Identifying the Ideological Congruence: The Mahamana and the Mahatma.
Publications:
1. Published a research paper entitled Environmental Literacy: A study among Teacher Educators inthe Seminar Proceedings of UGC sponsored National Seminar organized by NSS Training College,Changanacherry on 12th and 13th July 2012, ISBN No. 978-81-924450-0-7.
2. Published a research paper entitled Do interactive Multimedia Materials benefit students withspecific backwardness in Chemistry? in the proceedings of International Workshop-cum-seminarorganized by Centre for Learning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLDD), Department of Education,University of Kerala, IWCSMIHLF AS 2011, ISBN 978-93-80624-36-5 Published in 2012, pp104-107.
3. Published a paper Towards the realization of Gandhiji's dreams: Some nuggets of practical value -"(by Dr. T.M. Vijayalekshmi & Dr. Theresa Susan A) in the Book entitled "Gandhian EducationalPrinciples and Practices for the emerging global scenario.ISBN:978-81-923093-2-3. pp 407 - 415).
4. Published a paper Philosophical Perspectives of Value Education in the Book entitled: "GandhianEducational Principles and Practices for the emerging global scenario" (By Dr. Theresa Susan A& Sindhu U. S. ISBN:978-81-923093-2-3 pp 403 - 404).
Other noteworthy events
• Three Ph.D. thesis submitted this year and one was awarded.
• The K. Soman Memorial 'Teacher Educator of the Year' award - 2011 instituted by the Council forTeacher Education, Kerala State centre was awarded on 7th January 2012 in connection with theInternational Education Meet, 2012 on 'Education for Global Excellence' held at Thiruvananthapuram.
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Extension Activities / membership in Professional Bodies
• Chairperson, Board of Studies in Education, PG, University of Kerala.
• Member, Board of Studies in Education, UG, University of Kerala.
• Member, Academic Council, University of Kerala.
• Member, Senate, University of Kerala.
• Resource Person for the Orientation Programmes of UGC-Academic Staff College, University ofKerala.
• Member of the Editorial Board of several peer reviewed journals in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Dr. Bindu R. L., Asst. Professor,
Academic activities during the period - January to December, 2012
Research Publications
International
i. Article on 'Pedagogies for a Global Competitive Learning Community' in the 'International Journalof World Education', Vol 42, No. I & 2, 2012, published by Association of WorId Education (EAN),Denmark.
National
i. Article on 'Teacher Evaluation: A paradigm for Professional Development' in the 'Journal 'TheGround Builder: An Attempt to Recast Quality Education, Vol I, No. I, April 2012 published by St.Josephs Training College Mannanam, Kottayam (lSSN).
ii. Article on 'Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in Mathematics of secondary school students in relationto their Formal Thinking Ability' in the 'Journal 'Frontiers in Education and Research', January2012, Vol I. No. I published by N.V.K.S.D college of Education, Attoor (lSSN).
Seminars and workshops organized
i. International Seminar on Gandhian Education organized by the Dept. of Education along withSPFERD at the Kerala Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi on 25th to 27th July 2012
ii. Programmes in connection with the Centennial celebrations of Dr. N.P. Pillai in association withDr. Sivadasan Pillai Foundations for Educational Research and
iii. Associated with organizing the UGC sponsored National Seminar on the 150th Birth Anniversaryof Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya in the Dept. of Education, University of Kerala on 19th &20th December 2012
Papers presented in seminars
International Seminars
i. Paper on 'Educational Reforms for Rural Women Empowerment' in the International seminar onGandhian Education organized by the Department of Education, University of Kerala in collaborationwith SPFERD on 25th - 27th July 2012 at Gandhi Smaraka Nldhi, Thiruvananthapuram
ii. Paper on 'Value-oriented Education - for developing a holistic view of Life and Universe' in theInternational Seminar on 'Teacher Education for Peace and Harmony' organized by lASE DeemedUniversity & Gandhi Vidya Mandir, Gujarat at Rajghat, New Delhi on 11 th - 13th February 2012
iii. Paper on 'Feminist Research: For Empowering women to meet Global Challenges' in the InternationalEducation Meet 2012 organized by Mar Theophilus Training College, Thiruvananthapuram on 5th-7th January 2012
National Seminars
i. Paper on "Overcoming Cyber threats in ICT integrated· Pedagogy through Life Skills' in the UGCsponsored National Seminar on 'ICT in Education: Challenges and innovations' held at KarmelaRani Training College, Kollam on 8th & 9th August 2012.
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ii. Paper on "Naturalistic Intelligence For Environmental Managemen( in the UGC sponsored NationalSeminar on 'Naturalistic Intellegence' held at N.S.S.Training College, Changanacherry on 12th &13th July 2012.
iii. Paper on Active Pedagogies for a Global Competitive Learning Community for the National Seminaron 'Towards Pedagogical Enrichment' held at Anna Vinayagar College of Education, GanapathipuramKanyakumari on 4th & 5th May 2012.
iv. Paper on 'Psycho-social Factors involved in Counselling' _for the UGC sponsored National Seminaron 'Envisioning Teacher Educator as Counsellor' held at St. Xavier's College of Education,Palayamkottai, Tirunelveli on 3rd & 4Th March 2012
v. Paper on "Inquiry-Based Learning for developing Scientific Skills' in the UGC sponsored NationalSeminar on 'Emerging Perspectives in Science Learning' held at Peet Memorial Training College,Mavelikkara on 1st & 2nd March 2012.
Training course/workshops attende in thrust areas of research
i. Workshop on 'Enlightenment through World Education' held at Mitraniketan Vellanad,Thiruvananthapuram in collaboration with Association of World Education, Denmark on 2nd & 3rdFebruary 2012.
ii. National level workshop on 'Performance Appraisal ill the light of UGC's Guidelines' organized byBishop Agniswamy College of Education, Muttom, Tamilnadu on 4th February 2012.
iii. Workshop on 'HSS Curriculum Revision' held at SCERT, Thiruvananthapuram on 20 - 22nd March2012.
iv. Workshop on 'Institutions - Industry Linkages' held at Asian School of Business, Techno City,Thiruvananthapuram on 22nd June 2012, organized by the Kerala State Higher Education Council.
v. Workshop on 'System Status Study at HSS level' held at SCERT, Thiruvananthapuram on 23 - 25thAugust 2012.
vi. 2nd National Energy Parliament organized by the Isa Viswa Prajnana Trust, Trivandrum, Keralaon ih December 2012 at the Kerala State Science & Technology Museum, Trivandrum.
Dr. Asha J. V., Asst. Professor
On Deputation as Post Doctoral Fellow, ICSSR, Ministry of HRD New Delhi wef. 1st July, 2012at Curriculum Development Centre, Dept. of Education, University of Kerala
No. of books published - 02
Title of the Books Publishers
Historical Probe into the Contributions of N.P. Pillai Centennial CelebrationDepartment of Education, University of Committee, 5th September, 2012
Kerala (Compiled and Edited)
Science Pedagogy through Constructivist Germany: 'LAP LAMBERT AcademicMultimedia Learning Material: Design of a Publishing Co (2012)Strategy ( Co authored with Dr Divya C. Senan) ISBN: 978-3-659-25376-8
No. of Research Papers published: 02 (one chapter in a book and one article)
Title of the article Name of the ·Journal/book
Ensuring quality by Reinforcing Life skills 'Taxonomy of Educational Skills' D.R.through Classroom Processes at Primary Goel (Ed) CASE Publicationlevel (pp 42-51) The MS University Vadodara, March, 2012
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Youth Empowerment through National Service GCTE Journal of Research and Extension inScheme: A study among NSS volunteers Education Vol 7(2) July, 2012of the University of Kerala ISSN: 0975-5144
Details of Seminars, Conferences, Symposia organized
Organized a demonstration workshop and Prepared IT -enabled materials for learning historyusing an adapted free software package for high school students
Organized a demonstration workshop of an online self learning interactive module for adolescentstitled, "My Life-Making Choices, Finding Answers". prepared by SPACE team in collaborationwith CDC for finalizing on 30 November 2012
Organized a 'Curricular e-Content Generation" Workshop by the Curriculum Development Centre(CDC), Dept. of Education, University of Kerala with the technical expertise of the Society forPromotion of Alternative Computing and Education (SPACE) from 15-17, Sept., 2012
Convened the Open Defence of the Ph.D. thesis submitted by Smt. Divya C. Senan., Part- timePh.D. scholar & Asst. Professor, SN Training College, Nedunganda as the Research Supervisor inJuly, 2012
Convened the Pre-submission seminar of Ph.D. thesis of Smt. Resmi K.S., Full time Ph.D. scholar,Dept. of Education, as the Research Supervisor in Oct, 2012.
Paper Presentations in National International Seminars, Conferences and Workshops: 07
Sl. Title of the paper Details of the seminar/conference/No workshop
1. Youth Empowerment through National UGC Sponsored International Education MeetService Scheme (NSS)-A study among on Education for Global ExcellenceNSS volunteers of University of Kerala (5-7 Jan, 2012) Martheophilus Training
College, Nalanchira, Tvpm
2. Designed Curriculum for (a) a Certificate Workshop on the Emerging Facets ofCourse in 'IT-enabled Pedagogy and Lifelong Education organized by CentreKnowledge Management' and for Adult Continuing Education &(b) a Post Graduate Certificate Extension (CACEE) 10-12, April, 2012Course in "Curriculum DesignImplementation and Evaluation"
3. Fostering Social Responsiveness through International Seminar on 'GandhianCurriculum - Perception of Teachers Educational Principles and Practices
for the Emerging Global Scenario' organized byDr N.P. Pillai Centennial Celebration Committee&SP FERD at Kerala Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi,Thycaud, 25-27, July, 2012
4. Designing Research for Sustainable National seminar on 'Honing ResearchQuality Assurance' Skills' organized by M.Ed Department,
Fathima Memorial Training College, Pallimukku,Kollam on 19 Nov, 2012
5. Educational/Pedagogical Problems National seminar on 'Multi disciplinaryExperienced by the Differently-abled approach to Disability Management'in Higher Education Institutions' at Kanakakkunnu Palace organized by the Centre
for Disability Studies, Govt. of Kerala on 3rd &4th Dec, 2012
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6. Accommodating Diverse Educational UGC sponsored National Seminar onContexts: An Alternative Perspective Multifarious Interventions for Revampingin Teacher Education Teacher Education .organized by Govt. Brennen
College of Teacher Education, Thalassery on19th and 20th Dec, 2012
7. Analyzing the ideas of Mahamana UGC-sponsored National Conference on
Madan Mohan Malaviya for Revamping "Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya: A
indigenous educational system at all Great Visionary Educationist of India"
levels with a view to hinder Cultural in connection with the 150th Birth
extinction Anniversary year celebration of Mahamana
Madan Mohan Malaviya on 19th and 20th Dec,
2012 at Dept. of Education, University of Kerala
Co-curricular, Extension, Professional Developmental Related activities
1. Supervised the researches of Two Ph.D. theses submitted in 2012: one submitted by Smt. Mini
K.S., Asst. Professor, Fathima Memorial M.Ed Training College, Kollam and another submitted by
Smt. Sobha V.K., Asst. Professor, Govt. College of Teacher Education, Trivandrum
2. Designed ‘Curricula for different courses offered by CACEE, University of Kerala.
3. Submitted a minor project: "Environmental Constraints faced by the Adolescents belonging to an
outlier community of Kerala-An Analysis" to the University Grants Commission
4. Submitted the draft of the Project 'Development of a 'Musically adapted Multimedia Package' to
foster Social skills of trainable mentally challenged persons' to the Centre for Disability Studies,
Govt. of Kerala
5. Mentor to a Full Bright Scholar from the US Dr Terry Elliot from Jan, 2012 to May, 2012 during his
tenure at University of Kerala under Fulbright Distinguished Award in Teaching grant for a period
of four months
6. Member in the peer review team of Gurujyothi Research and Reflections Journal
7. State Secretary, Researchers Guild of Innovation- an NGO working for improving quality of research
and scholarship
8. Life member & member in the Executive Committee of Council for Teacher Educators-(CTE -
Kerala chapter) an NGO for Teacher educators
9. Member ELTAI-an association of English teachers
10. Member, PG Board of Studies in Education, University of Kerala
11. Member, Organizing Committee of the UGC-sponsored National Conference on "Mahamana Madan
Mohan Malaviya: A Great Visionary Educationist of India" in connection with the 150th Birth
Anniversary year celebration of Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya on 19th and 20th December,
2012 at Dept. of Education, University of Kerala
12. Delivered Invited Lecture on 'Participatory teaching Methods' for the 'Capacity building programme
of Nursing School Teachers' conducted by the Directorate of Health Services, Govt. of Kerala
from 16 to 25, July, 2012
13. Panelist for one paper presentation session in the UGC Sponsored International Education Meet
on Education for Global Excellence (5-7 Jan, 2012) Martheophilus Training College, Nalanchira,
Tvpm
14. Resource person for the Innovative teaching seminar at SN Training College, Nedunganda
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15. Resource person for the consultative workshops to prepare the a perspective plan and annual
action plan towards strengthening of Teacher Education Institutions as per the vision of RTE 2009at SCERT
16. Research consultant for the programmes on teacher empowerment at SCERT
Dr. Geetha Janet Vitus, Assistant Professor
Publications
Title of the Book/Research Paper Journal in which published and Vol. No
1. Perception of Teachers towards Gurujyothi Research and Reflections, Vol. 6,the role of character Education No. 1 January 2012, pg. no. 37-42 with ISSNin Upper Primary Inclusive Setting 0976-0865.
2. Web Based Learning in Teacher Proceedings of the International Education Meet2012 Education: Pros Cons and organized by Mar Theophilus Training College,
in Controversies Collaboration with Council forTeacher Education (CTE) from 5th to 7th Jan2012 with ISBN 9785067-101-6.
3. Redefining teacher education in proceedings of the National Seminar on Qualitythe 21st century-giving emphasis Dimensions in Teacher Education which was heldon to quality in teaching learning January 29 2012 by Dhanalakshmi Sreenivasanprocess College of Education for Women, Perambalur
4. Sunrise areas of Education in the Journal of Parliamentary Affairs Vol. 4 Issue 1light of Globalization January - June 2012 (ISSN 2231-0355)
5. Role of brain-based learning in Proceedings of the National Seminar on Qualityenhancing quality education Enhancement in Teacher Education (Quite' 12)
organized by Sri. Venkateswara College ofEducation Puthukottai on 24th and 25th February2012 pg. no. 21-28 (ISBN 978-93-80481-12-8)
6. Refining Teacher Education for Proceedings of the National Seminar on QualityEnhancing Quality Education Enhancement in Teacher Education (Quite’ 12)
organized by Sri. Venkateswara College ofEducation Puthukottai on 24th and 25th February
2012 pg. no. 84-91 (ISBN 978-93-80481-12-8).
7. Impact of Modern Technology in Proceedings of the National Conference onClassroom Instruction Integration of Modern Technologies In Teacher
Education on 30th and 31 st March 2012 organizedby Jeevan College of Education, Manapparai[ISBN 978893-5001-398-1].
8. Dyslexia - A Boon or Bane: Proceedings of the International WorkshopSome Facts Seminar on Making Inclusion Happen - Learning
for All Students organized and published byCentre for Learning Disabilities and Difficulties(CLDD), Department of Education, Universityof Kerala on January 11 & 12, 2011 in pg. no.87-93 (ISBN 978-93-80624-36-5) March 2012.
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9. Effect of Image-Based Approach for Proceedings of the International WorkshopImproving English Speaking Skills in Seminar on Making Inclusion Happen - LearningUpper Primary Inclusive Class for All Students organized and published by Centre
for Learning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLDD),Department of Education, University of Keralaon January 11 & 12, 2011 in pg. no. 87-93 (ISBN978-93-80624-36-5) March 2012.
10. Perception of Teacher Educators Proceedings of the International Workshopregarding the Relationship between Seminar on Making Inclusion Happen - LearningLearning Disabilities and Social Skills for All Students organized and published by Centre
for Learning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLDD),Department of Education, University of Keralaon January 11 & 12, 2011 in pg. no. 87-93 (ISBN978-93-80624-36-5) March 2012.
11. Application of Brain-Based Fronties in education and Research, bi-annualLearning: Perceptions on Higher journal published by NVKSD College ofSecondary School Teachers Education, Attoor with ISSN 2277-3576 in pg.
no. 40-44. Vol. 1, Issue 2, July 2012
Participation in Conferences / Seminars
Participation in Conferences/Seminars: Participated in 16 and presented 15 papers in Seminars/Conferences.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Conducted research programmes In different areas of learning disabilities and difficulties.
Noteworthy events
1. Acted as a Resource Person In the National Seminar on Quality Dimensions in Teacher Educationwhich was held on Jan. 28, 2012 organized by Dhanalakshmi Sreenivasan College of Education forWomen, Perambalur.
2. Acted as a Resource Person and presented a Paper titled Impact of Modem Technology inClassroom Instruction in the National Conference on Integration of Modern Technologies in TeacherEducation on 30th and 31st March 2012 organized by Jeevan College of Education, Manapparai,Tamil Nadu.
3. Participated and presented a Paper in the WCCI 15th World Conference in Education on Educatingfor Peace and Harmony with the Earth and Ourselves held at Kaohsiung, Taiwan in December28,2012 to January 3, 2013
Seminars, workshops and Conferences participated
1. Participated and presented Paper on Web Learning in Teacher Education: Pros, Cons andControversies in the International Education Meet 2012 organized by Mar Theophilus TrainingCollege, in Collaboration with Council for Teacher Education (CTE) from 5th to 7th January 2012.
2. Participated and presented Paper titled Brain Based Learning - An Elixir for Quality in TeachingLearning in the National Seminar on Quality Dimensions in Teacher Education which was held onJanuary 28,2012 organized by Dhanalakshmi Sreenivasan College of Education for Women,Perambalur.
3. Participated, acted as a Resource Person and Chaired a Session in the National Seminar onQuality Dimensions in Teacher Education which was held on January 28, 2012 organized byDhanalakshmi Sreenivasan College of Education for Women, Perambalur.
4. Participated and Chaired a Session as Panelist in Paper Presentation in the International EducationMeet 2012 organized by Mar Theophilus Training College, in Collaboration with Council for TeacherEducation (CTE) from 5th to 7th January 2012.
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5. Participated and presented Paper titled Role of Brain-Based Learning in Enhancing QualityEducation in the National Seminar on Quality Enhancement in Teacher Education (Quite' 12)organized by Sri. Venkatesvara College of Education Puthukottai on 24th and 25th February 2012.
6. Participated and presented a Paper titled Refining Teacher Education for Enhancing QualityEducation in the National Seminar on Quality Enhancement in Teacher Education (Quite' 12)organized by Sri. Venkateswara College of Education Puthukottai on 24th and 25th February 2012.
7. Participated as a the Chairman and presented a Paper titled Impact of Modem Technology inClassroom Instruction in the National Conference on Integration of Modern Technologies in TeacherEducation on 30th and 31 st March 2012 organized by Jeevan College of Education, Manapparai.
8. Participated and acted as a Resource Person presenting the Paper titled Impact of ModemTechnology in Classroom Instruction in the National Conference on Integration of ModernTechnologies in Teacher Education on 30th and 31st March 2012 organized by Jeevan College ofEducation, Manapparai. ':" / ".
9. Participated and presented a Paper titled Preparing World Class Teachers through Online Education:The Future is Now in the UGC-Sponsored International Conference on Preparing World ClassTeachers through Online Education organized by Sri Ramakrishna Mission Vidyalaya College ofEducation, Coimbatore in collaboration with United States and India Educational Foundation (USIEF)on April 20-12,
10. Participated and presented a Paper titled Brain-Based Learning: A New Paradigm in Teachingand Learning in the National Seminar on Innovative Practices for Teacher Educators on May 9,2012 organized by Kasthooribha Gandhi College of Education, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu.
11. Participated and delivered a Special Lecture on Innovative Practices need for Teacher Educationin the National Seminar on Innovative Practices for Teacher Educators on May 9, 2012 organize~by Kasthooribha Gandhi College of Education, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu.
12. Participated as a Resource Person and Chaired a Session titled Innovative Practices throughValue Education in the National Seminar on Innovative Practices for Teacher Educators on May 9,2012 organized by Kasthooribha Gandhi College of Education, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu.
13. Attended the National Seminar on Speech Synthesis and its Applications held on July 9911, 2012 atDepartment of Linguistics University of Kerala, Karyavattom, Thiruvananthapuram.
14. Participated and presented a Paper titled Relevance of Ghandhian Values in the Changing Trendsof Higher Education in the International Seminar on Ghandhian Educational Principles and Practicesfor the Emerging Global Scenario on July 25-27, 2012 held at Kerala Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi,Thiruvananthapuram.
15. Participated and presented a Paper titled Effectiveness of Digital Teaching for Vocabulary Acquisitionin English at Upper Primary Level in the UGC-sponsored National Seminar on Information andCommunication Technology in Education: Challenges and Innovations organized by Karmela RaniTraining College, Kollam on August 8 & 9, 2012.
16. Participated and presented a Paper Impact of Globalization on Human Rights in the WCCI 15thWorld Conference in Education on Educating for Peace and Harmony with the Earth and Ourselvesheld at Kaohsiung, Taiwan December 28, 2012 to January 3, 2013.
Publications
1. Published an article titled Perception of Teachers towards the role of character Education inUpper Primary Inclusive Setting in the Gurujyothi Research and Reflections, Vol. 6, No.1 January2012, pg. no. 37-42 with ISSN 0976-0865.
2. Published an article titled Web Based Learning in Teacher Education: Pros Cons and Controversiesin the Proceedings of the International Education Meet 2012 organized by Mar Theophilus TrainingCollege, in Collaboration with Council for Teacher Education (CTE) from 5th to 7th Jan 2012 withISBN 978-93-5067-101-6.
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3. Published an article titled Redefining teacher education in the 21st century-giving emphasis toquality in teaching learning process in the proceedings of the National Seminar on Quality Dimensionsin Teacher Education which was held on January 29 2012 by Dhanalakshmi Sreenivasan Collegeof Education for Women, Perambalur.
4. Published an article titled Sunrise areas of Education in the light of Globalization in the ISSNnumbered Journal of Parliamentary Affairs Volume 4 Issue 1 January-June 2012 [ISSN 2231-0355].
5. Published an article titled Role of brain-based learning in enhancing quality Education in theProceedings of the National Seminar on Quality Enhancement in Teacher Education (Quite' 12)organized by Sri. Venkateswara College of Education Puthukottai on 24th and 25th February 2012pg. no. 21-28 (ISBN 978-93-80481-12-8).
6. Published an article titled Refining Teacher Education for Enhancing Quality Education in theProceedings of the National Seminar on Quality Enhancement in Teacher Education (Quite' 12)organized by Sri. Venkateswara College of Education Puthukottai on 24th and 25th February 2012pg. no. 84-91 (ISBN 978-93-80481-12-8).
7. Published an article titled Impact of Modem Technology in Classroom Instruction in the Proceedingsof the National Conference on Integration of Modem Technologies 111 Teacher Education on 30thand 31 st March 2012 organized by Jeevan College of Education, Manapparai [ISBN 978-93-5001-398-1].
8. Published a Paper titled Dyslexia - A Boon or Bane: Some Facts in the Proceedings of theInternational Workshop-cum-Seminar on Making Inclusion Happen - Learning for All Studentsorganized and published by Centre for Learning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLOD), Departmentof Education, University of Kerala on January 11 & 12,2011 in pg. no. 38-49 (ISBN 978-93-80624-36-5) March 2012.
9. Published a Paper titled Effect of Image-Based Approach for Improving English Speaking Skillsin Upper Primary Inclusive Class in the Proceedings of the international Workshop-cum-Seminaron Making Inclusion Happen - Learning for All Students organized and published by Centre forLearning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLDD), Department of Education, University of Kerala onJanuary 11 & 12, 2011 in pg. no. 87793. (ISBN 978-93-80624-36-5) March 2012.
10. Published a Paper titled Perception of Teacher Educators regarding the Relationship betweenLearning Disabilities and Social Skills in the Proceedings of the International Workshop-cum-Seminar on Making Inclusion Happen - Learning for All Students organized and published byCentre for Learning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLDD), Department of Education, University ofKerala on January 11 & 12, 2011 in pg. no. 94499. (ISBN 978-93-80624-36-5) March 2012.
11. Published a Paper titled Application of Brain-Based Learning: Perceptions on Higher SecondarySchool Teachers in the Frontiers in Education and Research, bi-annual journal published by NVKSDCollege of Education, Attoor with ISSN 2277-3576 in pg. no. 40-44. Vol. 1, Issue 2, July 2012.
Any noteworthy events
1. Acted as a Resource Person in the National Seminar on Quality Dimensions in Teacher Educationwhich was held on January 28, 2012 organized by Dhanalakshmi Sreenivasan College of Educationfor Women, Perambalur.
2. Acted as a Resource Person and presented a Paper titled Impact of Modern Technology inClassroom Instruction in the National Conference on Integration of Modern Technologies in TeacherEducation on 30th and 31 st March 2012 organized by Jeevan College of Education, Manapparai,Tamil Nadu.
3. Participated and presented a Paper in the WCCI 15th World Conference in Education on Educatingfor Peace and Hannony with the Earth and Ourselves held at Kaohsiung, Taiwan in December28,2012 to January 3,2013.
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Organizational Memberships
1. Executive Board Member, World Council for Curriculum and Instruction (WCCI) Alliant InternationalUniversity, Pomerado Road, Santiago, California.
2. Member, PG Board of Studies (Education), University of Kerala.
3. Member, CTE (Council for Teacher Educators) Kerala Chapter.
4. Life Member, All India Association/or Educational Research and Training (AIAER)
5. Life Member of the Indian Science Congress Association, Dr. Biresh Guha Street Calcutta 700017(L 15350)
6. Life Member of World Council for Curriculum and Instruction (WCCI)
7. Former executive Committee Member - Council of Teacher Educations (CTE) Kerala Chapter
8. Life Member - Association of International Researchers of Indian Origin (AIRIO)
9. Life Member - English Language Teachers’ Association of India (ELT@I)
FACULTY OF LAW
DEPARTMENT OF LAW
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2415936
Head of the Department: Dr. K. C. Sunny
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 1 - 1
Associate Professor - - -
Assistant professor - 2 2
Strength of students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Course Male Female Total
Post graduate Course LL M 10 28 38
M.Phil - - -
Ph. D. 3 5 8
Number of Research Students
Name of Course Male Female Total
Ph.D. Full Time 3 5 8
Ph. D. Part Time 3 2 5
Percentage of Pass : LL. M. 100%
Extra Curricular Activities
International Seminar
Department of Law is organizing a two day International symposium and seminar on “Human
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Rights, Environment, and Economic Development: Existing and Emerging. International Norms on1st and 2nd August 2012. You are cordially invited to attend and participate in the National Symposiumand seminar.
National Seminar
Department of Law University of Kerala has conducted a National Seminar on Reforms in LandLaws Human Rights Dimensions (A programme under UGC - Human Rights Education Scheme)on February 5,6, 7, 2012. The Keynote address was delivered by Dr. Cyriac Thomas, MemberNational Minority Education Commission. The Eight sessions of the Seminar were chaired byAcademicians from different Universities like Tamil Nadu Ambedkar Law University, BangaloreUniversity , SLS, CUSAT,. Mysore University, University of Madras, M.G. University, Kottayam.Hon'ble Justice K.T Sankaran delivered the valedictory address. Nearly 55 Research papers werepresented.
National Workshop
Conducted National seminar on Legal research in collaboration with Kerala Law Academy. LawCollege on Jan 16 and 17,2012.
Inauguration of School System
Dr N. R. Madhava Menon inaugurated the School System which was introduced in University ofKerala, in the presence Vice Chancellor Dr. A. Jayakrishnan, Pro Vice Chancellor Dr. J Prabhash,Syndicate member Dr. P Mohanachndran Nair, Dean Faculty of Commerce Dr. K. Sasikumar,Dean Faculty of Law Dr. K. C. Sunny
Symposium
A Symposium on Should Foreign Direct Investment be permitted? Was conducted on 5th August2010.
Discussions on Bills introduced in Parliament
Feb 8: Based on the discussion conducted by the Department, suggestions regarding Higher Educationand Research Bill was sent to parliamentary committee.
Feb 18 : Suggestions regarding Food Security Bill, 2011 was submitted to the parliamentary committeebased on the discussions held.
Feb 29 : Suggestions were forwarded to the parliamentary Standing committee on Cable TelevisionNetworks (Regulation) Second Amendment Bill Sep 12 : Based on the discussion conducted,suggestions were sent to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Food and ConsumerAffairs with respect to standardization regarding Bureau of Indian Standards (Amendment)Bill, 2012.
Sep 12 : Based on the discussion conducted, suggestions were sent to the Parliamentary StandingCommittee on Food and Consumer Affairs with respect.
Discussion on Decisions of Supreme Court.
Feb 2: Discussion was conducted on Legal and Socio -Political Dimensions of 2G Spectrum CasesDiscussion was conducted on The Social and Legal Dimensions of Supreme Court Judgmenton postponement of Reporting of Court Proceedings. Dr David Ambrose, Professor Universityof Madras delivered the Key Note address With John Samuel Global Advisor UNO
Special Lectures
Nov 8 & 9: Prof. David Tushaus , Professor Missouri Western University USA Visted Department ofLaw and delivered lectures on “Freedom of Speech In the United States”, “Approach of USLegal System Towards Death Penalty” and “Approach of US Legal. System TowardsDomestic Violence
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June 15 : Special Lecture on Gender Justice And Indian Judiciary was delivered by Prof. Dr. Y. FJayakumar Professor and Chairman Post Graduate Board of Studies, Osmnia UniversityHyderabad.
July 6 : Special Lecture on Patents and Public Health :The Future of Compulsory Licensing wasdelivered by Prof. Shamnad Basheer, Ministry of HRD Chaired Professor in IntellectualProperty Law, National University of Juridical Sciences Kolkata. The function was chairedby Shri P.H. Kurian IAS, Principal Secretary, Govt. of Kerala.
Sandhya. Ram S S Asst. Professor V.M. Salgoankar Law College Goa had delivered speciallecture on Judicial Activism.
Research Papers or Books Published during the year (lst January 2005 to 31 st December) .
K. C. Sunny
Cultural Pluralism and Public Policy for Realization of Socio economic Rights, GSTFLaw and Social Sciences - December 2012
Concept of Office of Profit K. Raman Pillai (ED) Electoral Reforms in India (2012 Anush,New Delhi), GSTF Law and Social Sciences - December 2012
Dr. Bismi Gopalakrishnan
Rights of dalit women - constitutional perspective - Mahatma Ayyankali and interface of anera of social resurgence. - February 2012.
Nuances of clinical trials legal perspective, KAAS 2012 collected papers, ISBN 978-93-81658 - 2-4-2012
Child Sexual Abuse An overview of the protection from sexual offences Act 2012, IndianJournal of Human rights and Law ISSN 0973-0818 Vol. 7 No. 1-2 - 20-11-2012
Child Sexual Abuse An overview of the protection from sexual offences Act 2012, GuruppaNaidu (Ed) Child Rights, Law and development emerging challenges - November 2012.
Role of local self government in waste management - Issues and policy options, Bookpublished by SN College, Chempazhanthy - December 2012
A very brief report of the Participation of Teachers in Conferences/Seminars etc.:
Academic Activities
Dr. K. C Sunny
1. Acted as the programme chair and delivered key note address in the on Cultural Pluralism andRealization of Socio economic Rights : Indian Experience on Realization of Socio- economic 'Rightsin the First International Conference on Law and Public Policy of Global science and TechnologyForum held at Singapore on. 8th and 9th July 2012
2. Acted as the resource person of the First International Law Conference on Conservation of Forests,Wild Life and Ecology Of Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment andKerala Law Academy Law College from 15-17 December 2012
3. Participated in the International Conference on Strengthening of Federalism :Sharing InternationalPractice of the Inter State Council Secretariat New Delhi.
4. Delivered key Note Address in the National Seminar in Human Rights Education at St JosephTraining College Mannanam on 10th January 2012
5. Acted as a judge in the Regional Round of Philip C Jessup International Moot Court Moot CourtCompetition of the Held on January and 18th 2012 at National University of Advanced LegalStudies Kochi
6. Prepared hypothetical Problem and acted as a judge in the All India Moot Court Competition of theKerala Law Academy Law College on February 7th and 8th 2012
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7. Presented paper and Chaired a Session in the UGC Sponsored National Seminar on Laws GoverningInter-state and International Water Disputes from: 25 - 26 February, 2012 at WB National Universityof Juridical Sciences, Calcutta.
8. Acted as the resource person of the National Moot Court mentioning workshop of Govt LawCollege Trissur on 1st and 2nd March 2012
9. Presented paper and chaired a session of the National Seminar on Electoral Reforms and the Lawof National University of Advanced Legal Studies Kochi on 7th and 8th March 2012.
10. Presented a paper in the National Colloquium Legal and Justice Education March 8th to 10 of Govt.Law College, Thiruvananthapuram.
11. Presented paper in the UGC Seminar on New Challenges of Indian Constitution of the' KarnatakaUniversity Dhaivard On 16th and 17th March 2012.
12. Delivered Valedictory address in the National Seminar on Reforms in Legal Education of, GovtLaw College Calicut on 18th March 2012.
13. Chaired a Session in the National Seminar on the Right to Health vis a vis The Vulnerable Populationat the Government Law College, Eranakulam. 18th, 19th and 20th of March 2012
14. Delivered lecture on Human Rights and Constitution at Tamil Nadu Ambedkar . Law UniversityChennai on 23rd April 2012.
15. Participated in the National Seminar on Higher Education 2.0: Illumine Future of the Kerala StateHigher Education Council on 4th and 5th June 2012
16. Delivered lecture in the 14th refresher course of UGC-ASC Kariavattom on human rights from23rd July, 2012
17. Delivered Valedictory Address in the Inaugural Session National Client Competition of Kerala LawAcademy Law College from 8th November 2012
18. Delivered Valedictory Address in the National workshop on Role of IPR in the Knowledge era ofKerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment and Kerala Law Academy LawCollege from 17-18 November 2012.
19. Delivered the' inaugural address in the National training workshop on rights of the· migrants organizedby Centre for Development Studies Thiruvananthapuram on November 8th 2012
20. Nominated to the Governing Body of Centre for Development Studies Thiruvananthapuram
21. Nominated to the IPR Cell of the Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment
22. Nominated as the member Faculty of Law Bangalore University
International/National seminars
Dr. Bismi Gopalakrishnan
1. “The fallacy of freedom and equality: Rethinking the limits of gender justice”, at the national workshopon law democracy and social justice critical perspective on 17-02-2012 at government law college,Thrissur.
2. “Wrongful birth and wrongful life Claim, legal principles and judicial trends in ante natal care in theNational seminar on Rights of Children held on 23-25 February, 2012 at School of Legal thoughtMG University Kottayam
3. “Land Laws-A theoretical approach” in the UGC sponsored national interdisciplinary seminar onreforms in land laws; human rights dimension on 3rd and 4th February, 2012 at Department of LawUniversity of Kerala.
4. “UGC regulations, teachers quality students-four phrases that will never meet” in national colloquiumon legal justice education: The future and planning on 8-10th March 2012 at government college oflaw, Thiruvananthapuram.
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5. “Mentally III and social justice” at the national seminar in Honour of Dr. K. K. Kusman at department
of history, university of Kerala, kariavattom campus on 18th march 2012
6. “Role of local self government in waste management-Issues and policy options” in the ugc sponsored
national seminar on understanding the environmental history of India -Relating to environment
protection in the context of global warming and climate, at SN college, Chempazanthy, March, 2012
7. “A critique of Biotechnology Regulatory Authority of India Bill 2011 with particular emphasis on
environmental law” at the international seminar on human rights, environmental and ecological
development, existing norms and emerging international norms on 1 st and 2nd august 2012.
8. “Nuances of clinical trials -A legal perspective” at the 8th all India conference of KAAS at Sree
Ayyappa college for women, Nagercoil, Tamilnadu.
9. “Privatization and Indian judiciary problems and prospects” at national seminar organised by
department of economics, university college, November 2012
10. “How humane is human Rights” at the national seminar on Human Rights at Government College,
Attingal, November 2012
11. “Some case studies on copyrights and Trademarks” at national workshop on role of IPRs in the
knowledge era on 16,17 November at Kerala law academy law college. November 201
12. “Human Rights, National and international perspective”, at the national workshop organized by
dept. of economics and national human rights commission new delhi on 30th November 2012
Invited Talk in Workshops / Awareness Programmes - State Level
1. Legal Dimensions of copyrights and trade marks in two day training workshop on intellectual
property rights jointly organized by PIC Kerala/KSCSTE and government womens polytechnic
college, Thiruvananthapuram on 3, 4th January 2012 at RTTC Kaimanam, Thiruvananthapuram
2. Intellectual property rights-an overview at Rajadhani auditorium Thiruvananthapuram.
3. Case studies of copyrights and Trademarks at the workshop on intellectual" property rights and
patent law on 27-4-2012 at hotel sp grand days organised by national institute of personnel management
and KSCSTE.
4. Legal Dimensions of copyrights and trade marks, at the workshop on IPR at workshop at st.
Stephens college, Pathanapuram on 29th June, 2012, ipr a tool for industrial growth and economic
development.
5. Legal Dimensions of copyrights and trade marks at the workshop on intellectual property rights at
Assumption college, Changanassery, on 5th July, 2012
6. Took a class at UGC-ASC on Human Rights for Mathematics Refresher course.
7. Took 2 sessions on intellectual property rights to engineering faulty, at CET, Thiruvananthapuram
as a part of Short term programme on research methodology on November, 15th, 2012-11-20
8. Human Rights national perspective organised by Indian institute of parliamentary affairs, government
of Kerala and Kerala human rights commission on human rights day
Attended 14th refresher course at UGC-ASC kariavattom on human rights from 16th July, 2012 to
august 6th 2012.
Appointed as the Member, Expert Committee constituted by Government of Kerala, to draft a
legislation on Traditional knowledge.
Appointed as member, Took part in the drafting deliberations of Public health bill 2012 under the
joint venture of IMG and Government of Kerala.
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Participation in : International/National Seminars/Conference/Workshops/State level refreshercourses/lectures
Dr. Sindhu Thulasedharan
1. February 2, 2012 - Participated in the Interaction by UGC NAAC Team with Course Coordinatorsat UGC Academic Staff College, University of Kerala
2. 4-02-12 - Delivered a Lecture on “Women and the Constitution of India” at Socialist Mahila StudyClass held at Koothuparambu, Kannur
3. 9-02-12 - Resource Person for Refresher Course in Environmental Sciences on “Protection againstEnvironmental Pollution - An Overview”, UGC Academic Staff College, University of Kerala
4. 18-02-12 - Resource Person on “Women and the Constitution of India” in a Three Day ResidentialCamp for Girls in "Women Empowerment" held under the auspices of the Kozhikode Cluster ofColleges and sponsored by the Kerala State Higher Education Council ~ at R. Shankar MemorialSNDP Yogam College, Koilandy, Calicut. “Right to Education” and Presented Paper on “Girl ChildVis-a-vis Reproductive Rights of Mother” in the National Seminar on Rights of Child, by School ofIndian Legal Thought (SILT), M.G University. Kottayam
March
6. 19-03-12 -Presented a Paper on “Health Hazards of Women Workers in Cashew Industry - Needfor Legal Intervention” in the National Seminar on Right to Health Visa-vis Vulnerable Population,at Government Law College, Ernakulam
7. 24-03-12 - Resource Person on “Human Rights & Gender Justice”, Organised by Kerala Academyof Social Sciences & IMK, University of Kerala
8. 26-03-12 - Resource Person for Refresher Course in Human Rights on “Human Rights and theConstitution of India - With Special Reference to Gender Equality and Personal Laws” at UGCAcademic Staff College, University of Calicut
9. 29-03-12 - Presented Paper on “Women and the Constitution of India”, in the National Seminar onWomen Empowerment, Department of Sociology, University of Kerala
10. 26-04-12 - Resource Person on “Legislations of UPA Governments - 1&11”, for OrientationProgramme, held at UGC Academic Staff College, University of Kerala
11. 4-6 to 6-6-12 - Participated and presented a paper on “International Legal Protection of the Elderly”,at International Seminar on “Human Rights of Older Persons in the Asia Pacific Region” jointlyorganized by the Centre for Gerontological Studies, Thiruvananthapuram, and the InternationalFederation on Ageing, Toronto, Canada.
12. 8-9-12 - Resource Person on “Rights to Matrimonial Property and Economic Rights of Women onDivorce” at the Consultation on Law Making on “Matrimonial Property Rights”, by the KeralaWomen's Commission and the Human Rights Law Network, Kochi
13. 10-09 to 15- 09-12 -Participated in the Six Day UGC Capacity Building of Women Managers inHigher Education, Training of Trainers (TOT) Workshop, (UGC-SAP), organized by the Departmentof Commerce, University of Kerala, held at Thiruvananthapuram.
14. 1-10-12 - Resource Person on “Evolution of Human Rights Law Internationally”, at RefresherCourse in' “Human Rights” at UGC Academic Staff College, University of Calicut
15. 9-10-12- Resource Person in Refresher Course in Environmental Sciences on "EnvironmentalLaws - An Overview”, UGC Academic Staff College, University of Kerala
16. 29-11 to 19-12-12 - Coordinator, Refresher Course in “Women’s Studies”, at UGC Academic StaffCollege, University of Kerala
17. 8-12 to 12-12-12 - Participated in the Five Day UGC Management Skills Enhancement Module(MSEM) Women Managers’ Capacity Building Workshop, at Lady Doak College, Madurai, TamilNadu
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Other Noteworthy Events
1. Department of Law published its Research Journal Kerala University Journal of Legal Studies2008 Vol. IV on 2011.
2. A news letter containing the extension activities of the Department was released.
3. New LL.M. Programme in Constitutional Law Intellectual Property Rights and Cyber Law Started.
Post Graduate Course(M. Tech. in Tecnology Management) 10 20 30
M.Phil. 2 2 4
Ph. D - Full-time 4 4 8
Ph. D - Part- time 5 4 9
No. of Research Students - 17
Perentage of pass M.Tech. - 100%, M. Phil. - 100%, Ph. D awarded 3Other Courses: Post Graduate Diploma in Knowledge Management (PGDKM)
Research Activities
Papers Published in Journals
1. K. Balakrishnan, M. Changat, H. M. Mulder and A. R. Subhamathi, Axiomatic characterization ofthe antimedian function on paths and h.
2. K. Balakrishnan, B .. Bresar, M. Changat, S. Klavzar, I. Peterin and A. R. Subhamathi, Almostself-centered median and chordal graphs, Taiwanees J. Math., 16 (5) (2012) 1911-1922
3. K. Balakrishnan, M. Changat, H. M. Mulder and A. R. Subhamathi, Consensus strategies onsigned profiles in graphs, ARS Mathematca Contemparanea, 6 (2013) 127-145
4. Bijo S. Anand, Kannan Balakrishnan, Manoj Changat and Izotk Peterin, Atoms and Clique Separatorsin Graph Products, Appl. Anal. Discrete Math. 6 (2012), 46-62 (doi: 10 .2298/AADM 111230001A)
5. R. C. Sreelekshmi, K. Asokan, K. Satheesh Kumar, Deterministic nature of the underlying dynamicsof surface wind fluctuations, Anneals Geophysicae 30 (10), 1503-1514
Papers Published in Conferences
1. Prof. Manoj Changat attended the National Conference on Recent Trends in labeling and Dominationin Graphs at EMG Yadava Womens College at Madura; during December 14-15, 2012 and presentedan invited talk titled “Betweenness on Graphs”
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2. K. Asokan and K. Satheesh Kumar, Modelling the Wind Speed Oscillation Dynamics, Eco-friendlyComputing and Communication Systems Communications in Computer and Information Science,Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 2012, Volume 305, Part 7,311-318, 001: 10.1007/978-3-642-32112-2 37
3. Geethu N. Gopal and K. Satheesh Kumar, Predicting Road accidents in Kerala using ArtificialNeural Networks, 13th National Conference on Technological Trends (NCTT 2012), College ofEngineering, Thiruvananthapuram - 16, Kerala, India, August 10-11, 2012 (Best paper award inApplied Mathematics)
4. Hyderali Chevidikkunnan and K. Satheesh Kumar, Forecast of Electrical Energy Consumption andPeak Hour Load Demand in Kerala using Symbolic Regression, 13th National Conference onTechnological Trends (NCTT 2012), College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram - 16, Kerala,India, August 10 - 11, 2012
5. K. L Ajay, Deleep Devasia, Hyderali Chevidikkunnan, Modelling and Forecasting of DomesticTourism in Kerala using symbolic regression, in Proceedings of National Seminar on Tourism industryan Indian Perspective, institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (lHMCT) , Kovalam,Thiruvananthapuram, September 26, 2012.
6. K. L Ajay, Sukesh P. D., Sanoop P. V., An Analysis of the Growth of Foreign Exchange EarningsFrom Tourism in Kerala and its Policy Implications, National Seminar on Tourism industry an IndianPerspective, Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (lHMCT) , Kovalam,Thiruvananthapuram, September 26, 2012.
7. K. L . Ajay, Sukesh P. D., Preserving our Environment: The Message of Indian Religions, inproceedings of National seminar on understanding the environment history of India: Re- lookingEnvironmental Protection in the Context of Global Warming and Climate Change, Organised byPost Graduate Department of History and Research Centre, Sree Narayana College, Chempazhanthyon 20th and 21st March 2012
8. K. Satheesh Kumar, Ito Calculus and Polymer Solutions, National Workshop cum conference onscientific computing, organized by IIITM-K on 11-14 January 2012 at IIITM-K, Technopark,Thiruvananthapuram
9. K. Satheesh Kumar, Modeling and Simulation, Workshop on Research Trends & Tools, Modellingand Writing Skills organized by the Department of Computer Applications, Saintgits College ofEngineering, Kottayam, Kerala on 20 April 2012.
10. Mr. Sanal Kumar. S. P was a resource person in Academic Staff College, Kannur University forrefresher course in Management, delivered a lecture on SPSS on 13/01/2012.
11. Mr. Sanal Kumar. S. P was an evaluator for paper presentation in the Yagna Dhruva - technicalfestival conducted by Lal Bahadur Sasthri Institute and technology for Women.
Noteworthy events
1. Prof. Iztok Peterin and Dr. Simon Spacapan of University of Maribor, Slovenia visited the Departmentof Futures Studies as part of the bilateral Indo-Slovenian project on Metric Graph Theory andGraph Products sponsored by DST Govt of India and Ministry of Science, Education and Sports, -Govt. of Slovenia during February 6-18, 2012.
2. Department organized an International workshop on Graph Products: structure & Algorithms duringFebruary 7-8, 2012. Prof. Iztok Peterin and Dr. Simon Spacapan, University of Maribor, SloveniaDr. Kannan Balakrishnan and Dr. G. Santhosh Kumar, from Cochin University of Science &Technology were the main resources persons. Fifty participants including a participant from Iranattended the workshop.
3. Department organized a lecture series on Technology Management during May 9916, 2012 witheminent scientists as resource persons.
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Organising Research Projects
1. A research project titled 'On h graphs and the remoteness function of h graphs' for two years(2010-2012) funded by National board for higher Mathematics (NBHM) and Department of AtomicEnergy (DAE), Government of India. Principal Investigator: Dr. Manoj Changat
2. Indo-Slovenian joint research project titled ‘Metric Graph theory and graph products’ funded byDepartment of Science and Technology, Government of India and Ministry of Science, Technology,Education and Sports, Government of Slovenia for three years (2010-2013). Principal Investigator:Dr. Manoj Changat
3. Post Graduate Diploma in Knowledge Management (PGDKM) under the innovative programmeof UGC for 5 years from 2011-2016. The first batch commenced from this academic year 2011-12.
Consultancy Projects
1. JBIC assisted Kerala water supply project-Cadastral Survey and Mapping of ThiruvananthapuramCorporation (ongoing)
2. “River Bank Mapping and Sand Auditing of Pamba River” for Revenue Department of Governmentof Kerala. Principal Investigator: Sanal Kumar. S. P.
DEPARTMENT OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Conducted weekly seminars by the students and faculty of the department.
Organized tour by the students
A. very brief report of the participation of teachers in conferences/seminars etc.
Dr. A. Jayakumaran Nair
1. Organized a National Work shop on Micro RNA Technology, in the Centre for Genomics and GeneTechnology, Department of Biotechnology, University of Kerala.
2. Chairman of the Examination Board of the centralised evaluation of Examination of M. Sc.Biotechnology of the affiliated colleges of Kerala University.
3. Examiner and chairman of Practical examination of Marthoma College of science and technology& Sree Narayana College of Science and Technology, Vadakkevila, Kollam for S2 and S4 M. Sc.Biotechnology.
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4. Chairman of the Examination Board of the centralised evaluation of Examination of M. Sc.
Bioinformatics S2 and S4 of the affiliated colleges of Kerala University.
5. Subject expert in the Assessment committee for promotion of Technical Assistants NIIST
Thiruvananthapuram.
6. External Examiner, for Practical examinations of M G University, Kottayam.
7. Subject expert in the interview board for the selection of Research Associates and JRF in
Biotechnology Division of National Institute of Inter Disciplinary science and Technology NIIST,CSIR), Thiruvananthapuram. October and December 2012.
8. External Examiner, SCMS, Ernakulam.
Papers Published / Presented
1. International Conference on Recent Advances and challenges in Biotechnology, at NITTE,
Mangalore, Dec. 27-29, 2012. Comparative study of synergistic action of Green and chemically
synthesized silver nanoparticles using beta lactarn penem antibiotics., Neethu Hari, Tincy K Thomas,
A. Jayakumaran Nair
2. International Conference on Recent Advances and challenges in Biotechnology, at NITTE,
Mangalore, Dec. 27-29, 2012. Comparative Study on Hemadsorbing activity of New castle Virus
with Fowl Pox Virus, Tincy K Thomas and A. Jayakumaran Nair.
3. Molecular cloning and analysis of glycoprotein genes C, 0 and I of an isolated strain of Marek's
Disease Virus Type - 3, Smitha Sudhakar and A. Jayakumaran Nair., Indian Journal of Bioinformatics,
Vol. I, No. 1, 2012.
4. Secreted Expression of Major Envelope Glycoproteins of a Vaccine Strain of MDV -3 in
Kluyveromyces lactis., Smitha Sudhakar & Dr. A. Jayakumaran Nair., International Journal ofScientific and Engineering Research, Vol. 4, No.
Other noteworthy events
An Industry linked Research project entitled 'Development of monoclonal antibodies and polyclonal
antibodies for tumor antigen AFP (Alpha fetoprotein) for the development of ELISA based indigenous
immuno diagnostic kits' has been sanctioned by Kerala Biotechnology Commission, KSCSTE, Govt. of
Kerala under the Industry linked Research Programmes, in association with Tree Land Biotec, Trivandrum
for a total cost of Rs. 28,11,600/- The first instalment of the fund has been released and the project is
progressing steadily.
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2306360, Web: www.dcsku.org
Head of the Department : Dr. M. Wilscy
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 1 1
Associate Professor 1 - 1
Asst. Professor 3 1 4
Lecturer (on Contract basis) - 3 3
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Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Course Male Female Total
M. Sc. I Semester 7 21 28
M. Sc. III Semester 11 21 32
M.Tech I Semester 10 8 18
M.Tech III Semester 4 13 17
Ph.D. 10 7 17
Number of Ph.D. Degrees awarded - 1
Other noteworthy events
COSMET-12, Annual celebration and Alumni Get-together of the Department of Computer Science,was held on 14th & 15th December 2012 at Kariavattom Campus. As part of it, the followingprogrammes were organized.
1. Technical Seminar - Dr. B.S. Manoj, Associate Professor, Dept. of Avionics, Indian Institute ofSpace Science and Technology, gave talk on “Distributed Wireless Networks”, in the FN of 14thDecember.
2. Montage: Short Movie Competition - An inter collegiate short movie competition was conductedon the AN of 14th in which 12 student teams from various colleges all over Kerala participatedwith exciting short films produced, directed and acted by them.
3. A Public meeting is conducted on 15th December which was presided over by the Pro-ViceChancellor Dr. J. Prabash and Sri. P.H. Kurian IAS, IT Secretary to Govt. was the Chief Guestfor the occasion. Syndicate Member Dr. K. L. Vivekanandan gave the felicitations. Proficiencyawards were distributed to the meritorious students in the meeting. Around 75 Alumni membersalso attended the meeting. During this occasion, the department honored the alumni members of1998 to 2002 bathes present in the meeting.
4. Alumni Meeting - The annual Alumni Get-together of the department was conducted soon afterthe public meeting. Around 75 alumni members attended and he new office bearers of the AlumniAssociation were elected.
5. Cultural Programmes - The celebrations were concluded by various cultural performances ofthe students.
Seminars/Workshops Conducted
1. A half day seminar on “Applications of Computer Science in ISRO and opportunities available forComputer Science graduates”, by Mr. S. Indukumar, Div. Head of the Computer Infrastructureand Data Processing Division at LPSC, ISRO on 09-05-2012.
2. Alan Turing memorial talk was given by Dr.Jaydev Sridhar, Retd. Scientist ISRO on 26-06-2012.
3. A half day seminar on “Stress Management” was given by Fr. Joye James S.J., Rector andManager, Loyola College of Social Sciences, Trivandrum on 07-11-2012.
4. One day workshop on PC Assembly and Networking was conducted for the M.Sc. students on30-06-2012.
Dr. M. Wilscy, Professor & Head
Invited Talks/Seminars/Conferences
1. Gave an invited talk on “Image Processing” in the Faculty Development Programme at SAINTGITSCollege of Engineering at Kottayam on 21-04-2012.
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2. Gave an invited talk on “Fuzzy Logic” in the National Conference on “Recent Advances in Signal& Image Processing“ at Kannur University on 25-05-2012.
Papers Published
1. Riji R., Keerthi A. S. Pillai, Madhu S. Nair and M. Wilscy, “Fuzzy Based Directional Weighted
Median Filter for Impulse Noise Detection and Reduction”, Fuzzy Information and Engineering,Springer-Verlag.
2. Elizabeth B. Varghese and M. Wilscy, “Face Recognition Based on Vector Quantization UsingFuzzy Neuro Clustering”, Journal Pattern Recognition and Image Analysis, Springer (under review).
3. Anisha K K and M. Wilscy, “Impulse Noise Removal from Colour Images using Fuzzy Genetic
Algorithm”, International Journal of Signal and Imaging System Engineering (under review).
4. Dhanya S. Pankaj and M. Wilscy; “Comparison of PCA, LDA and Gabor Features for FaceRecognition Using Fuzzy Neural Network”, Advances in Computing and Information Technology,Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing Volume 177, 2013, pp 413-422.
5. B. Soniya and M. Wilscy, “Host-Based Bot Detection Using Destination White-Lists for User’sProfile”, Advances in Computing and Information Technology, Proceedings of the Fifth International
Conference on Network Security & Applications (CNSA-2012), July 13-15, Springer, 2012.
6. Sarada C S, M. Wilscy (2012) A Brightness Preserving Contrast Enhancement Method Based onClipped Histogram Equalization.. In Proc. of ICSIP 2012: 4th International Conference on Signal
and Image Processing, December 2012. Lecture notes in Electrical Engineering (LNEE), Vol 222.
7. Keerthi A S Pillai, M. Wilscy (2012) Example based super resolution using fuzzy clustering andneighbor embedding. In Proc. of ICSIP 2012: 4th International Conference on Signal and Image
Processing, December 2012. Lecture notes in Electrical Engineering (LNEE), Vol 222.
Madhu S. Nair, Asst. Professor
Papers Published [6]
1. Christy Jojy, Madhu S. Nair, G. R. K. S. Subrahmanyam and Riji R., “Discontinuity Adaptive Non
Local Means with Importance Sampling Unscented Kalman Filter for De-speckling SAR Images”,IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations and Remote Sensing (in press).
2. Riji R., Keerthi A. S. Pillai, Madhu S. Nair and M. Wilscy, “Fuzzy Based Directional WeightedMedian Filter for Impulse Noise Detection and Reduction”, Fuzzy Information and Engineering,
Springer-Verlag, Vol. 4, No. 4, pp.351-369, December 2012.
3. Madhu S. Nair and Viju Shankar, “Predictive-based Adaptive Switching Median Filter for ImpulseNoise Removal Using Neural Network-based Noise Detector”, Signal, Image and Video Processing(SIViP), Springer-Verlag. (in press)
4. Navaneeth K. Ramakrishnan, Pillai Praveen Thulasidharan, Arun D. Panicker and Madhu S.Nair, “Multi-Pass Unsymmetric Trimmed Median Filter for Salt-and- Pepper Noise Removal”,The 4th International Conference on Signal and Image Processing - ICSIP 2012 (Coimbatore,India), Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering (LNEE), Springer-Verlag. (in press)
5. Jayamol Mathews, Madhu S. Nair and Liza Jo, “Improved BTC Algorithm for Gray Scale Imagesusing k-means Quad Clustering”, The 19th International Conference on Neural Information
6. Antony Jobin, Madhu S. Nair and Rao Tatavarti, “Plant Identification Based on Fractal RefinementTechnique (FRT)”, Second International Conference on Communication, Computing & Security -ICCCS 2012 (NIT-Rourkela, India), Procedia Technology, Elsevier, Vol.6, pp.171-179, 2012.
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Invited Talks [4]
1. “Use of Internet for Scientific Research” at UGC Academic Staff College, University of Kerala,Kariavattom, November 2012.
2. “How to write a good research paper?” at School of Computer Sciences, Mahatma GandhiUniversity, Kottayam, October 2012.
3. “Use of Internet for Scientific Research” at School of Computer Sciences, Mahatma GandhiUniversity, Kottayam, August 2012.
4. “Journal Impact Factor and h-index” at Department of Computational Biology & Bioinformatics,University of Kerala, Kariavattom, March 2012.
Awards/Honors [2]
1. Most Prominent Alumni Award - 2012 from M.E.S. College, Marampally, Aluva.
2. Most Active Reviewer Award -2012 from The International Arab Journal of InformationTechnology (IAJIT), Jordan.
Reviewer [3]
Served as a reviewer of the following International/National Conferences:
1. IEEE INDICON 2012 - Annual conference of the IEEE India Council.
2. International Conference on Advances in Computing, Communications and Informatics - ICACCI2012 (ACM), India.
3. National Conference on Advances in Computing and Computer Applications - ADCAP 2012,Thiruvananthapuram, India.
Technical Committee Member [1]
Serving as Technical Committee Member of the following International
Conferences:
1. The 4th International Conference on Electronics Computer Technology - ICECT 2012 (IEEE),India.
Philomina Simon, Asst. Professor
Workshops / Seminars / Talks Attended
• Two week ISTE Workshop on “Introduction to Research Methodology” conducted by IIT Bombayunder the National Mission on Education through ICT (MHRD, Govt. of India) from 25th June to4th July 2012
• Workshop on “Free Software for better Geospatial Intelligence” on 11th April 2012 at Departmentof Geology, Kariavatom Campus sponsored by Kerala State Council for Science, Technology andEnvironment.
• Workshop on User Awareness Programme on UGC-INFONET E-Journal Consortium organizedby INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmadabad and Kerala University Library.
• India IT Summit 2012 , ”Business Strategies for Non Linear Growth” organized by Confederationof Indian Industry (CII) at Taj Vivanta on 19th, 20th January 2012.
• One day workshop on LabVIEW organized by National Instruments on September 2012.
Papers Published
• Bineesh T.R and Philomina Simon,” Fast Pedestrian Detection using Smart ROI separation andIntegral image based Feature Extraction” International Journal on Computer Science and EngineeringVol 4, Issue 11, pp-1771-1779 .
• Jose Hormese, Philomina Simon, Ajay James, ”Societal Aspects of Challenges faced by Women inWork place“ accepted in Second Edition of Amrita International Conference of Women in Computingpublished by ACM.
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Other Activities
• Program Committee member in Fourth International Workshop on Ad Hoc & Ubiquitous Computing(AUC- 2012) December 22 ~ 24, 2012 Chennai, India
• Reviewer Committee Member in Fourth International Conference on Advanced Computing 2012organized by Anna University
• Finance Committee Coordinator in COSMET 2012.
• Treasurer, IEEE Student Branch, Department of Computer Science
• Member of Board of Question Paper Setters in a reputed university.
• Served as External Expert in different interview panels.
D. Muhammad Noorul Mubarak, Asst. Professor
Invited Talks [1]
1. National Level Seminar Special Lecture on Cloud Computing at Pope’s College Sawyerpuram,Tamilnadu.
Papers Published [2]
International Journals.
1. J.H Jasheema Yasmin, D. Muhammad Noorul Mubarak, M. Mohamed Sathik, ” Border Detectionof Noisy skin Lesions by Improved Iterative Segmentation Algorithm using LOG Edge Detector,ICGST International Journal on Graphics Vision and Image Processing.
2. D. Muhammad Noorul Mubarak, M. Mohamed Sathik, S.Zulaikha Beevi and K.Revathy,” A HybridRegion Growing Algorithm for Medical Image Segmentation International Journal of ComputerScience & Information Technology (IJCSIT)
Aji S., Asst. Professor
Paper Published
Aji S and Ramachandra Kaimal; DOCUMENT SUMMARIZATION USING POSITIVEPOINTWISE MUTUAL INFORMATION; International Journal of Computer Science &Information Technology (IJCSIT) Vol 4, No 2, April 2012
DEPARTMENT OF OPTOELECTRONICS
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
2. IR and Raman spectroscopic investigation of crystals
3. Preparation of photonic nanomaterials (Pulsed laser deposition, RF Sputtering, Spray pyrolysisetc.) Structural and optical characterization of these materials
4. Nonlinear optical studies; Z scan technique, SHG measurements etc
5. Fiber optics sensors
6. Long period fiber Bragg grating
7. Laser tissue interaction studies
8. Laser material processing
10. Laser Remote sensing.
11. Fiber lasers
Research papers and books published
Papers published in international journals - 6
Papers published in proceedings/abstracts of symposia - 12
List of papers Published in International Journals
1. S. L. Smitha, K. G. Gopchandran, N. R. Nair, K. M. Nampoothiri and T. R. Ravindran SERS andAntibacterial Active Green Synthesized Gold Nanoparticles Plasmonics (Springer) September7,2012, 515-524
2. R. Jolly Bose, R. Vinod Kumar, S. K. Sudheer, V. R. Reddy, V. and V. P. Mahadevan Pillai Effectof silver incorporation in phase formation and band gap tuning of tungsten oxide thin film J. Appl.Phys. 112, 114311 (2012) , doi: 10.1063/1.4768206
3. D. Beena, R. Vinodkumar, I. Navas, V. Ganesan, V, Yamuna and V.P.Mahadevan Pillai Transparentconducting indium molybdenum oxide films by pulsed laser ablation Journal of Alloys and Compounds539, 2012, 63–68
4. A. P. Detty, B. N. Singh, V. K. Sahu, P. Misra, R. Kumar, T. K. Sharma, V. G. Sathe, D. M.Phase, A. K. Srivastava, S. M. Oak, V. P. Mahadevan Pillai, L. M. Kukreja Studies on ensemblesof luminescent silicon nanoparticles embbedd in 3 silicon nitride grown by pulsed laser depositionJournal of Nanoscience Letters (accepted for publication)
5. R.Vinodkumar, N.V. Unnikrishnan and V.P. Mahadevan Pillai Synthesis and characterization ofpulsed lased deposited ZnO nanorods Optoelectronics and Advanced Materials – Rapidcommunication, 6 , 411-415.(2012)
6. B.B. Lahiri, S. Bagavathiappan, P.R. Reshmi, John Philip, T. Jayakumar, B. Raj Quantification ofdefects in composites and rubber materials using active thermography Infrared Physics &Technology 55 (2012) 191–199
Papers published in the proceedings/abstracts of Conferences/Seminars
1. Molybdenum Oxide Nanorods Based Thin Films: Effect of Electrode Metallization on Hydrogen
and Ethanol Sensing Navas Illyaskutty, Heinz Kohler,T Trautmaan, M.Schwotzer andV.P.Mahadevan Pillai Proceedings of IMCS 2012 – The 14th International Meeting on ChemicalSensors, 20012, pp 1500-1502 DOI 10.5162/IMCS2012/P2.4.2,
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2 Effect of noble metal doping in the particle size determination and phase formation ofnanostructured tungsten oxide thin films” R Jolly Bose, S. K. Sudheer and V P MahadevanPillai Accepted for presentation 4th International conference on Advanced Nanomaterials - ANM2012" held at Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) ANM 2012 from 17th to 19thOctober, 2012
3. Studies on the synthesis and SERS activity of silver noparticles. C.R.Rekha, V.U.Nayar andK.G.Gopchandran Paper presented on 4th Dec, 2012 in the National Conference on Nanomaterials,held at Karunya University, Coimbtore.
4. Seasonal Variation of Physical and Optical Properties of Cirrus Clouds Determined From GroundBased Lidar at a Low Latitude Inland Station, Gadanki(13.50 N, 79.20 E)” Reji K Dhaman, MSatyanarayana, V Krishnakumar, S.R. Radhakrishnan, V.P. Mahadevan Pillai, K Reghunath andM Venkat Ratnam, Presented in the 17th National Space Science Symposium (NSSS),14-17February 2012, S.V. University, Tirupati, India.
5 Studies on the optical properties of aerosols in the upper troposphere and lower stratosphere overGadanki (13.50 N, 79.20 E) using Lidar”, Soman R. Radhakrishnan, Malladi Satyanarayana, RejiK. Dhaman, Vasudevannair Krishnakumar, V. P. Mahadevan Pillai, Karnam Reghunath, DuggiralaRamakrishna Rao, and P.Sudhakar, Presented in the 17th National Space Science Symposium(NSSS), 14-17 February 2012, S.V. University, Tirupati, India.
6. “Characterization of the Optical Properties of Cirrus Clouds Using Space Based and GroundBased Lidar Systems” Gloryselvan S.Jayeshlal, Malladi Satyanarayana, Soman R.Radhakrishnan,Vasudevannair Krishnakumar and V. P.Mahadevan Pillai, Presented in the 17th National SpaceScience Symposium (NSSS),14-17 February 2012, S.V. University,Tirupati, India.
7. “Effect of Turbulence in Cloud Microphysics”, V.Krishnakumar, Reji K. Dhaman , S.RRadhakrishnan, V.P Mahadevan Pillai, M.Satyanarayana, K. Reghunath, M Venkata RatnamPresented in the 17th National Space Science Symposium (NSSS),14-17 February 2012, S.V.University, Tirupati, India.
8. ”Seasonal Variation of Physical and Optical Properties of Cirrus Clouds Determined From GroundBased Lidar at a Low Latitude Inland Station, Gadanki(13.50 N, 79.20 E)” Reji K Dhaman, MSatyanarayana, V Krishnakumar, S.R. Radhakrishnan, V.P. Mahadevan Pillai, K Reghunath andM Venkat Ratnam Presented in the 39th COSPAR Scientific Assembly 14-22 July 2012, Mysore,Karnataka, India.
9. “Effect of Turbulence in Cloud Microphysics a case study using ground based lidar data over theinland station Gadanki (13.5N, 79.2E)” V.Krishnakumar, Reji K. Dhaman, S.R Radhakrishnan,V.P Mahadevan Pillai, M.Satyanarayana, K. Reghunath, M Venkata Ratnam Presented in the39th COSPAR Scientific Assembly 14-22 July 2012, Mysore, Karnataka
10. ”Fabrication and characterization of molybdenum oxide nanorods based gas sensing Materials”Navas Illyaskutty, Heinz Kohler, Thomas Trautmann, Matthias Schwotzer and V.P. MahadevanPillai Presented in the 3rd International Conference on Sensors and Related Networks – SENNET2012, held during January 5-7,2012 , VIT University, Vellore, Tamil Nadu
11. I nvestigations on dispersion compensation and Transmission performance for radio over fibresystem at 10 gbps Pournami S.S, S.K.Sudheer, K.G.Gopchandran, Yamuna.A, V.P.MahadevanPillai Accepted at International; conference on Optical Engineering held at VTU, Karnataka
12. Investigations on the transmission performance of hybrid compensated optical communicationsystem. Pournami S.S, S.K.Sudheer, K.G.Gopchandran, Yamuna.A, V.P.Mahadevan Pillai IEEEInternational Congrss on Ultramodern Telecommunication and Control systems. IEEE ICUMTOPNTDS 2012, St.Petersburg, Russian Federation.
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Ongoing Research Project
1. ISRO Respond project entitled “Investigation on the role of aerosol, cloud and water vapour on theprecipitation characteristics of Indian Summer Monsoon” for Rs 22.4 Lakhs
2. DAE –BRNS funded project entitled “Design and Development of low repetition rate and Highpulse energy fiber laser based on large mode area fiber and photonic crystal fiber for laser cleaningapplication” for Rs 24.4 lakhs
3. UGC Sponsored research project on “synthesis and characterization of gold nanoparticles” Rs.9.6 lakhs
Note worthy events
1. Professor Thortein Leiz, Institute of Sensorics and Information Sciences ( ISIS) KarlsruheUniversity of Applied Sciences, Germany visited the Department of Optoelectronics January 2,2012 and interacted with the students.
2. Prof.Heinz Kohler, Institute of Sensorics and Information Sciences ( ISIS) Karlsruhe Universityof Applied Sciences, Germany ,visited the Department during January 15-17 ,2012 and deliveredlectures.
3. Prof. Suryanarayana, Paris University Delivered Lecture on “Surprises on oxides” on 1st February2012
4. Prof.C.Vijayan, IIT, Madras for delivering lecture on “Richard Feynman and his works” in theDepartment on 11.05.212.
5. Dr.R.Chithambaram, Principal Scientific Advisor, Government of India delivered a public talk on“The need to work on important problems” on 29.06.2012.
6. Dr. JAMES. A. P , IIIT MK, Thiruvananthapuram delivered a talk on “Thinking through Vision:Challenges in Large Data Machine Vision Applications” on 17.08.2012,
7. Dr. V.Ganesan, UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research, Indore Centre,deliveredlecture on “Interesting Aspects of Semiconductors- Need for a combined transport and microscopymeasurements” on 10.09.2012.
8. Dr.Kehar Singh, Senior Professor, Department of Physics Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi fordelivering a public talk on “Shedding light and some recent advances in optics and photonics” on17.10.2012.
9. Organised a National Seminar on Recent Trends in Optoelectronics (NSRT-OPTO) in theDepartment of Optoelectronics. during July 2nd & 3rd 2012
10. Dr. V.P.Mahadevan Pillai Professor and Head received the HG Puthencavu Mar PhiloxinosMemorial Best Scientist Award (Instituted by Prof.V.I. Joseph Foundation) Catholicate College,Pathanamthitta on 3-2-2012.
11. A Statue of Sir C.V. Raman was installed in the Department on 29-6-2012.
12. Department Acquired Micro- Raman Spectrometer Facility in the Department.
13. A memorandum of Understandings has been signed between BSNL Trivandrum to start AdvancedPG Diploma Programme in Communication Engineering in the Department
Activities Teaching Faculty
1) Dr. V.P. Mahadevan Pillai
Papers published in international journals : 4
Papers published in the proceeding/abstracts
of symposia/conferences : 11
Ph.D. Degree awarded : 2
Ph.D. thesis submitted : 2
M.Phil Degree guided : 3
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Participation / Organizing of Conferences/ workshops and other activities
1. Delivered an invited talk on ZnO modified MoO3 Nanostructures for CO gas sensing studies”
Indo- Japan symposium on ZnO nanocrystals and allied materials held during January 9-10, 2012,at Department of Physics Indian Institute of Technology Madras Chennai
2. Attended DAE- BRNS Laser Symposium 20 at Anna University during January 9-12 2012, presentedpapers, Member, Judging Committee for Best Award for Ph.D. Thesis presentation section.Being the General Secretary I, attended the General Body Meeting of Indian Laser Association on9th January 2011 during NLS 2012 at Anna University.
3. Attended and delivered the presidential address at the inaugural function of the internationalworkshop on “Graph produ8cts- structures and algorithms’ Department of Future studies, Universityof Kerala.
4. Delivered an invited talk on “Laser Ablated Silicon Nanostructures” at the Annual Photonic Workshopon “Recent Trends in Photonics”during February 27 and 28, 2012. organized by ISP, CUSAT.
5. Delivered an invited talk on “Nanophotonics” in the UGC-Sponsored National Seminar on Laserson Material Science St. Gregorious College Kottarakkara during March 1 and 2, 2012.
6. Attended and deliver an invited talk in UGC-Sponsored National Conference on Recent Trends inPhysics at N S S College, Changanassery during 7th and 8th March 2012.
7. Delivered an invited talk on “MoO3 nanostructures for gas sensing applications in the UGC-
Sponsored National Conference on “Recent Advancement in Nanomaterial for Sensor Applications(NANOSE – 12)” organized by Dept. of Bioelectronics and Senserics, Alagappa University,Karaikkudy, Tamilnadu.
8. Delivered an invited talk on MO3 nanostructures in the National Seminar on Recent Advances inTextiles and Electrochemical Science (RATES – 2012) on 22nd and 23rd March 2012 organized byDept. of Industrial Chemistry, Alagappa University, Karaikkudy, Tamilnadu.
9. Delivered an Invited lecture on “Nanostructures” in “Lectures on selected topics on Atomic andMolecular Spectroscopy” at Dept. of Physics, Indian Institute of Space Technology (IIST),Thiruvanathapuram on 2nd and 3rd April 2012.
10. Delivered an invited talk on “Molybdenum oxide Nanostructures for gas sensing Application’ inthe International workshop on Crystal Growth and Characterization of Advanced Materials andDevices at Crystal Growth Centre, Anna University Chennai during 16-19 December 2012.
11. Delivered an invited talk on” Effect of silver doping in phase formation and band gap tuning oftungsten oxide thin films” in 21 National Seminar on Crystal Growth at Crystal Growth Centre,Anna University, Chennai during 20-21 December 2012.
12. Received the HG Puthencavu Mar Philoxinos Memorial Best Scientist Award (Instituted by Prof.V.I.Joseph Foundation) Catholicate College , Pathanamthitta on 3-2-2012
13. Delivered invited talk on “ Bright luminescence from laser ablated Silicon Nanostructures” at theConvergence 2012 the Workshop on Recent Development in Physics at NIT Trichi during December20-21, 2012
14. Delivered a talk on ‘ Photonic Nano structures’ in the Short Term course on Recent Trends inphotonic Technology organised by Department Electronics and communication Engg, GovernmentEngineering College, Barten Hill, Trivandrum held during 26-11-2012 to 1-12-2012
15. Delivered a talk on” Laser Ablated Silicon Nano structures’ in the Short Term course on RecentTrends in Nanotechnology organised by Department Mechanical Engg, Government EngineeringCollege, Trivandrum held during 3-12-2012 to 8-12-2012
16. Reviewed Papers for Elsevier and Springer journals
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17. Adjudicated Ph.D. Theses for Anna University, Chennai, Alagappa University, Karaikudi, M. S.University, Tirunelveli, Sri Venkateswara Univertsity, Tirupati, Acharya University, Guntur, UsmaniaUniversity, M.G. University Kottayam and CUSAT, Cochin
18. Member of the Editorial Board , Journal of Optics (springer)
19. General Secretary 1 of Indian Laser Association (2009-2013.
20. Reviewed four research project proposals of DAE_ BRNS and attended the TPDM of AdvancedTechnical Committee on 17-12-2012
21. Dean of Faculty of Applied Sciences , University of Kerala
22. Member of the Academic Council, University of Kerala
23. Member, Board of Studies in Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, University of Kerala
24. Chairman, Board of Studies in Optoelectronics, University of Kerala
25. Member Board of Studies in Physics, Periyar University Salem
26. Member Board Studies in Bio-electronics and Biosensors, Alagappa University, Karaikudi
27. Principal Investigator of the ongoing major research project on “Investigation on the role ofaerosol, cloud and water vapour on the precipitation characteristics of Indian Summer Monsoon”for Rs 22.4 Lakhs sanctioned by ISRO
28. Co. Investigator of the ongoing major research project on “Design and Development of low repetitionrate and High pulse energy fiber laser based on large mode area fiber and photonic crystal fiber forlaser cleaning application” for Rs 24.4 lakhs sanctioned by DAE -BRNS
29. Co- Investigator of the ongoing major research project on synthesis and characterization of goldnanoparticles, sponsored by UGC Acted as chairman of the National Seminar on Recent Trends inOptoelectronics (NSRT-Opto) organized in the Department of Optoelectronics. during July 2nd &3rd 2012
Dr.K.G.Gopchandran
Papers published in international journals : 1
Papers published in the proceeding/abstracts
of symposia/conferences : 3
Ph.D Awarded : 3
M.Phil Degree guided : 3
1. Dr.K.G.Gopchandran received 116 citations in journals during 2012 (Scopus Data).
2. Dr.K.G.Gopchandran was elected to the Academic Council of University of Kerala for a period offour years with effect from 11-10-2012.
3. During 2012, Dr.K.G.Gopchandran was a member in the Faculty of Applied Science and Technologyand Board of studies of Physics (PG), Optoelectronics, Electronics and Future Studies of Universityof Kerala.
4. During 2012 Dr.K.G.Gopchandran continued as Faculty-in-charge of the DST-PURSE facility, inthe implementation committee.
5. Worked as a member in the Inspire group to organize DST sponsored camp for school children.
6. During 2012, Dr.K.G.Gopchandran has given lectures on “A Q-factor for Research” for ResearchGuides & in Orientation programmes organized by UGC-Academic Staff College, University ofKerala.
7. During 2012 as the Principal Investigator, Dr.K.G.Gopchandran submitted the project completionreport of the Major research project entitled “Synthesis and characterization of gold nanoparticlesfor plasmonics applications” funded by UGC.
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8. Invited talk in the National conference on “Emerging Trends in Spectroscopy” organized byMarthoma College Thiruvalla on 19th January 2012.
9. Invited talk in the National Symposium on “Advanced Materials” organized by School of Pure andApplied Physics, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam on 20th January 2012.
10. Lecture in the lecture series on “Nanoelectronics and Nanotechnology” organized by GovernmentEngineering College, Barton Hill, Thiruvananthapuram held during 27-30, March 2012.
11. Invited talk in the National Conference on “Emerging trends in automation and control” held on30th March 2012 at Vimal Jyothi Engineering College, Kannur.
12. Participated in the Pre ICORS International workshop on Raman spectroscopy held atThiruvananthapuram on 10th August 2012 organized by Eduworld foundation in association withKSCSTE.
13. Chaired a technical session in the 13th National Conference on Technological Trends held duringAugust 10-11, 2012 at College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram.
14. Invited talk on “An Introduction to Nanoscience” on 22nd August 2012 in connection with theinauguration of Physics Association in St. Thomas College, Kozhencheri.
15. Invited talk on “Nanoelectronics” on 27th November, 2012 in connection with the inauguration ofPhysics Association in St. Gregorios College, Kottarakara.
16. Invited talk in the National workshop on Optoelectronics and Communication held during 15-17,November 2012 at College of Engineering, Perumon organized under Technical Education QualityImprovement Programme (TEQIP).
17. Lecture on Nanophotonics in the Refresher course on “Recent trends in Condensed Matter Physics”organized at School of Physics, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai on 22nd November 2012 .
18. Talk in the short term course on “Recent advances in Photonics Technology” held at GovernmentEngineering College, Barton Hill, Thiruvananthapuram during 26th Nov. to 1st Dec. 2012 sponsoredby Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Kerala.
19. Invited talk on “Nanophotonics” in the Nation Seminar on Current trends in the fields of Nanoscienceand Nanotechnology held during 13-14 December, 2012 at Govt. College, Kodungallur sponsoredby UGC, New Delhi.
Dr. A. Yamuna
i. Papers published in international journals : 1
ii. Papers published in the proceeding/abstracts
iii. of symposia/conferences : 2
iv. M. Phil Degree guided : 2
v. Participated in the 129th Orientation Programme Sponsored by UGC at Academic Staff Collegefrom 31-10-2012 to 27-11-2012.
vi. Attended National programme on Technology enhanced learning (IIT Madras)- A joint ventureby Indian Institute of Technology & Indian Institute of Science on 28th January 2012 at IITM-K,Techno park, Thiruvananthapuram.
vii. Attended “Lectures on selected topics in Atomic and Molecular Physics” organized by IndianInstitute of Space Science & Technology (IIST)
viii. Acted as Secretary to the National Seminar on Recent Trends in Optoelectronics (NSRT-Opto)organized in the Department of Optoelectronics during July 2nd & 3rd 2012 .
Dr. S.K. Sudheer
i. M.Phil Degree guided : 2
ii. Paper published in Journals : 1
Paper presented in conferences : 2
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iii. Served as one of the Chairs for the Fourth International Conference on Ultra-ModernTelecommunications ICUMT2012 Optical Networking Technologies and Data SecurityOPNTDS‘2012 held at St.Petersburg, Russian Federation, during October 3-5 ,2012.
iv. Attended the International Workshop on Raman Spectroscopy at Mascot Hotel, Thiruvananthapuramon August 10,2012.
v. Principal Investigator of the ongoing major research project on “Design and Development of lowrepetition rate and High pulse energy fiber laser based on large mode area fiber and photoniccrystal fiber for laser cleaning application” for Rs 24.4 lakhs sanctioned by DAE –BRNS.
Dr. M. Satyanarayana
1. Ph.D. thesis submitted : 1
2. Papers published in the proceeding/abstracts : 6of symposia/conferences
3. Member, Management council (M.C), Atmospheric Science Panel, Department of Science andTechnology (DST),Meeting on August 02, 2012 and October 05, 2012 at ARIES, Nainital
Dr.V. Unnikrishnan Nayar
i. Member, Board of Studies in Optoelectronics, University of Kerala.
ii. Attended on International Workshop on Raman Spectroscopy at Mascot Hotel, Thiruvananthapuramon August 10,2012.
iii. Delivered a talk on the Seminar on latest trends in Instrumentation Engg on 18/2/2012 at Departmentof Instrumentation , Sarabhai Institute Science and Technology, Thiruvanthapuram.
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
GANDHI BHAVAN, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2305106
Head of the Department: Dr. Salom Gnana Thanga V.
Designation Male Female Total
Professor - - -
Reader 1 2 3
Lecturer - - -
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Course Male Female Total
Post Graduate Course 2 7 9
M. Phil. 1 8 9
Ph.D. 1 21 22
Number of Research Students - 9
Extra curricular activities
Dr. V. Salom Gnana Thanga Reader and Head
Papers published:
1. Dipu,S., Anju A. Kumar and Salom Gnana Thanga V. 2012. Effect of chelating agents inphytoremediation of heavy metals. Remediation. Springer. 133-146 (DOI: 10.1002/rem.21304)
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Seminars/ Workshops participated:
1. Workshop on Emerging Statistical Tools in Life Sciences, organized by the Dept. of Aquatic Biologyand Fisheries, University of Kerala during April 11-13, 2012.
As resource person
1. Plenary lecture in the National Seminar on Understanding the Environmental History of India:Relooking environmental protection in the context of global warming and climate change organizedby PG Department of History and Research Centre, Sree Narayana College, CHempazhanthy,Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala during 20th to 21st March, 2012.
2. World Earth Day celebrations at HLL Life Care Ltd, Peroorkada Factory on 23rd April, 2012.
3. Eighth All India Conference of KAAS (Kanya Kumari Academy of Arts and Sciences) held atSree Ayyappa College for Women, KanyaKumari District during 5-6, October, 2012.
Refresher courses coordinated
1. Coordinated UGC-Refresher course in Environmental Science organized by the Academic StaffCollege of University of Kerala during 1st to 22nd February, 2012.
2. Coordinated UGC-Refresher course in Environmental Science organized by the Academic StaffCollege of University of Kerala during 1st to 22nd October, 2012
Academic activities:
Students projects guided
* M.Sc: 2
* M.Phil: 2
* Ph.D
* Submitted : 1
* Presently guiding : 8
* Evaluated 3 Ph.D thesis of M.S University, Bharathidasan University, Solapur University
* Conducted Ph.D open defence (as Chairman) at M.S. University, Tirunelveli
* Question papers setter for Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Bharathiar University, M.G.University
* Chairman for M.Sc (Env. Science) SII and SIV semester theory and practical exams of Universityof Kerala
Positions held:
Chairman, Board of Studies in Environmental Sciences (PG), University of Kerala
Member, Academic Council, University of Kerala
Research Projects
University Grants Commission, New Delhi sponsored Major Research Project on “Impact of longterm application of pesticides on soil microbial activity and bioprospecting pesticide degradingbacteria from the cardamom plantation of Idukki district, Kerala, India from July 2012 to June 2015(Budget Rs. 9.6 lakhs)
M.Phil student projects funded by Department of Environment and Climate Change,Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Assignments Abroad
Invited to visit Centre for Tropical Marine Ecology (ZMT), Bremen, Germany for a period of threeweeks during 17th October to 8th November, to have discussions for collaborative researchprogrammes.
Dr. JAYA D.S. Reader
Teaching and Evaluation:
a. Teaching M.Sc and M.Phil students in the Dept. of EnvironmentalSciences.
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b. Served as External Examiner for M.Sc Environmental Sciences Exam in affliated colleges ofKerala University.
c. Served as External Examiner for M.Phil Ecological informatics Viva-voce Exam.in School ofInformatics at IIITMK, Technopark, Thiruvananthapuram under CUSAT, Kochi.
d. Evaluation of projects presented in ‘Refresher course in Environmental Education’ in the AcademicStaff College, Kariavattom campus.
e. Served as Examiner for the valuation of answer books of Officers Examination conducted byKerala Public Service Commission.
Research Guidance:
a. Guided three M.Phil and three M.Sc students for their project work.
b. Guiding eight Ph.D students for their Ph.D course.
Projects undertaken:
1. Principal Investigator of two M.Sc student projects financed by Kerala State Council for Scienceand Technology.
2. Principal Investigator of two M.Phil student projects financed by Dept. of Environment and Climatechange, Kerala state.
3. The Principal Investigator of the UGC minor project entitled “Studies on the assessment of airquality in the surroundings of KMML industrial area and the Health impacts of air pollution on theresidents in Chavara, Kollam district, Kerala” from Feb.2010 to 2012.
Research papers published in National/International Journals:
1. Sreejai.R and Jaya.D.S.2012. Effect of Hydrogen sulphide contamination on haematologicalparameters of Oreochromis mossambicus, Journal of Ecotoxicology & EnvironmentalMonitoring.22 (1), pp. 37-44.
2. Lakshmi.K.S , Jaya.D.S., and Mohandas.C. 2012. Quality Assessment of Soils inThiruvananthapuram District, South India Using Nematodes as Bio-indicators. Asian Journal ofWater, Environment and Pollution, 9 (4), pp.25-32.
3. Ragi.M.S. and Jaya.D.S. Assessment of pollution status of a canal in Thiruvananthapuram district,Kerala with special reference to biological components –a case study. Poll. Res. 31(1) (Acceptedfor publication in Vol.1, 2013).
Book Chapters published:
* Akhila.S.Nair, T.K. Abraham and D.S.Jaya (2012). Antioxidant status and Lipid peroxidativechanges in drought stressed Cowpea varieties mulched with coirpith. In: Book entitled“Environmental Biotechnology and Application”. Chapter No.7. pp.124-140.
Research papers contributed/ presented in National Seminars:
1. Lakshmi.K.S. and Jaya.D.S. 2012. Assessment of Soil quality of rural and urban areas with differentland use patterns in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. In: Proceedings, “Kerala EnvironmentCongress-2012”, August16-18, p. 426-434.
2. Beena,K.N and Jaya,D.S. 2012.Monitoring to assess plant diversity in the surroundings of KMMLindustrial area in Chavara, Kollam District, South India.In: Book of Abstracts “Seminar on SecondIndian Biodiversity Congress”, Dec.9-11, organised by CISSA, CES at J.N.Tata Auditorium, IndianInstitute of Science, Bangalore.p.240.
Workshops/Training programmes attended:
1. Attended the ‘National Workshop on Environmental Impact Assessment” on March 27-30, 2012conducted by Dept. of Environmental Sciences, University of Kerala.
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2. Attended the workshop on ‘Bhuvan’, ISRO’s Geoportal Awareness Programme organized byBhuvan Cell, NRSC, ISRO, Hyderabad at IIITMK, Technopark, Thiruvananthapuram on 19th
March, 2012.
3. Attended one week programme ‘Summer school in Eco-informatics” conducted by DST at IIITMK,Technopark, Thiruvananthapuram from April 13th -21st, 2012.
4. One day work shop on ‘Green technology for Better tomorrow” organised by Prime Eco-safeforum of Primary Production Dept. of HLL Lifecare Ltd. on 19-07-2012.
Seminars/ Workshops organized:
* Co-convenor of the workshop on “Environmental Impact Assessment” on March 27-30, 2012organised by Dept. of Environmental Sciences, University of Kerala.
Co.curricular activities:
1. Attended the Board of Studies meeting in Environmental Sciences on 23rd November 2012.
2. Attended the Council meeting of the School of Earth Systems Science on Dec.17th 2012.
3. Attended Ph.D Open defence Viva-voce conducted in the Departments of Botany, Biochemistry,Aquatic Biology in the University of Kerala, Kariavattom Campus.
Dr. Sabu Joseph Reader
No. of students doing research programe : 6
No. of students awarded Ph.D degree : 1
No. of Students submitted Ph.D thesis : 1
No. of students submitted synopsis : 2
Papers published in International/ National Journals:
1. Sheela, A.M., Letha, J., Sabu Joseph, M. Chacko, S.P. Sanal Kumar and J. Thomas (2012). Waterquality assessment of tropical coastal lake system using multivariate cluster, principal componentand factor analysis. Lakes and Reservoirs: Research and Management, 17: 143-159.
2. Sheela, A.M., Letha, J., Sabu Joseph (2012). Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in CoastalLake Sediments associated with Urbanization: Southern Kerala, India. Lakes and Reservoirs:Research and Management, 17: 97-112 (Article ID: LRE-11-031.RT).
3. Sheela A. M., Letha, J., Sabu Joseph (2012). Distribution pattern and factors affecting heavymetals in a lake system. Journal of Environmental Science & Engineering (accepted for Publication).
4. Sheela A. M., Letha, J., Sabu Joseph, Jobin Thomas (2012). Identification of hot spot area ofsediment contamination in a lake system using textural characteristics. Journal of EnvironmentalScience & Engineering (accepted for Publication).
5. Sheela A. M., Letha, J., Sabu Joseph, Baiju, R. S. (2012). “Spatio-temporal distribution of totalorganic carbon (TOC) in sediments of a tropical lake system and its impact on water quality”.Eco-Chronicle (Accepted for publications).
6. Benno Joseph, Thrivikramaji, K. P and Sabu Joseph (2012). Development of soil profiles incontrasting climates: A case study from southern India. Pollution Research, 2012, 31 (No.2), 247-250.
International Seminars/Conference:
Participated and presented a paper entitled “Characterization of Groundwater in Shallow andDeep Aquifers of Agriculture Dominated Bharathapuzha River Basin, Kerala, India: A Multivariateand GIS Approach” in an international conference “IAH 2012 Conference” in Canada during 16-21 September, 2012.
International Collaboration:
Discussions are going on for an international research collaboration with Bremen University, Germanyin the field of Biogeochemistry. In connection with this, I made a three week visit and discussions
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in Centre for tropical marine ecology (ZMT) attached to Bremen University, Germany in themonth of September 2012.
Projects:
1. One ongoing major research project on “ Isotopic study for the sedimentation rate of VellayaniLake, Kerala” funded by DST, New Delhi is entered into the third year of study.
2. Another project on “River Bank Mapping of Vamanapuram river” funded by Revenue Department,Govt. of Kerala sanctioned in 2011 was completed in the month of December and final reportsubmitted to Revenue Department, Govt. of Kerala.
3. One major project entitled “ nutrient influx and phytoplankton dynamics of Meenachil river, Keralaand its impact on the productivity of Vembanadu lake” has been awarded by UGC, New Delhiwith a total outlay of Rs. 10.64 lakhs.
Other Activities:
1. Guided three M.Sc dissertations and three M.Phil dissertations of Env. Sciences.
2. Organised (as Organizing Secretary) a three days National workshop on Environmental ImpactAssessment (EIA) during 28-31 March in the Dept. of Env. Sciences, Kariavattom. Also editedand published a Hand book on Environmental Impact Assessment.
3. Offered elective course “ENS 51A- Disaster Management” to first semester M.Sc students.
4. As a committee member participated an international conference “Comaparative endocrinologyand Stress Physiology” organized by Dept. of Zoology,. Univ. of Kerala during 16-18 Feb. 2012
5. Participated the National Science Day celebrations organised by the Dept. of Geology, Univ. ofKerala on 28th February.
6. Participated one day environmental workshop on “Green Technology for Better Tomorrow”conducted by Prime Eco Safe Forum of Primary Production Department , HLL Lifecare Limited, Peroorkkada, Trivandrum on 19th July, 2012.
7. As Faculty- in-Charge (FIC) of Bhoomitrasena Club organized several cleaning programes in thecampus.
8. Conducted one day field trip to M.Sc students of Dept. of Env. Sciences to various environmentaland geological significant places like Mangalapuram clay mining sites, Varkala Cliff, PothencodeQuarry sites etc.
9. As a Resource Person to Academic Staff College, Univ. of Kerala delivered guest lecture to therefresher course in Environmental Sciences and also guided the participants for a field trip toenvironmentally significant areas of Thiruvanathapuram coast.
10. Served as Chairman of M.Sc Env. Sciences (S4 and S2) in the affiliated colleges of University ofKerala.
11. Served as Member, Board of Studies in Environmental Sciences, University of Kerala.
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT IN KERALA (IMK)
SENATE HOUSE CAMPUS, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2301145
Professor and Head Dr. J. Rajan
Designation Male Female Total
Professor 2 - 2
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Reader - - -
Lecturer/Asst. Professor - - -
Strength of Students: 31-12-2012
MBA 46 76 122
M. Phil. (Management studies) 2 3 5
Ph.D. (Management studies) 12 16 28
Number of Research Students
Dr. J. Rajan, Professor & Head
Academic and Administrative Duties discharged and worked as:
1. Professor & Head, IMK
2. Director, Planning and Development and Administrative Reforms, University of Kerala.
3. Co-ordinator, MBA (Evening) Programme
4. President, Researchers Forum, IMK, University of Kerala
5. Co-Ordinator, Entrepreneurship Development Cell, University of Kerala
6. Member, Academic Committee, Credit and Semester System, University of Kerala.
7. General Secretary, Kerala Academy of Social Sciences, Thiruvananthapuram
8. Treasurer, Federation of University Teachers' Association, Kerala.
9. President, Management Association for Teachers and Elders of IMK, University of Kerala
10. Core Committee Member, Research Advisory Board, Kerala Institute of Labour and Employment,Government of Kerala.
11. Member, Board of Studies/Faculty in Management Studies of
a) University of Kerala
b) University of Calicut
c) M S University, Tirunelveli
d) Bharathiar University, Coimbatore
Editorial Work
1. Chief Editor of the Peer refereed research Journal "Review of Social Sciences" with ISSN 0974 -9004 published by Kerala Academy of Social Sciences.
2. Chief Editor of the Peer Refereed Research Journal "Management Innovator" with ISSN 0974-6749 published by Researchers' Forum, IMK, University of Kerala.
Research Degree Produced
1 Ph.D. Degrees and 4 M. Phil.. Degrees produced
Ph.D. Degree produced is:-
Sri. Jnaneswar K. Associate Professor, TKM Institute of Management, Kollam on the topic “TalentManagement Interventions in IT Organisations in Kerala”.
Paper Presentations in National / International Conference
1. Research paper presented on the topic “New trends in the Research Methodology Managementand Business” in the National Seminar organised by the Researchers Forum, IMK University ofKerala on 25th Feb. 2012.
2. Paper presented on the topic “usiness Laws and Reforms” in the National seminar organised bythe Institute of Parliamentary Affairs, Govt. of Kerala in Thiruvananthapuram on 23rd March,2012.
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3. Paper presented on the topic”the challenges of Management Education in the context of Globalfinancial Crisis” in the seminar organised jointly by the IMK abd Coventry University (U.K) inThiruvananthapuram on 9th April 2012.
4. Paper presented on the topic "Finance the most Critical component of organisational Success" inthe Seminar organised by the MSN Institute of Management and Technology in Kollam on 20thSeptember, 2012.
5. Research paper titled “Water Conservation and Environmental Management” in the National Seminarjointly organised by IMK, University of Kerala, Kerala Academy of Social Sciences and KeralaState Council for Science Technology and Environment on 21st December 2012.
Research Articles Published
1. “Thiruvananthapuram City Flood - A Comprehensive Analysis” in the peer referred research journal‘Management Innovator’ ISSN 097446749 in December 2012.
2. “Spiritual Leadership and Organisational Performance” in the journal of Management SciencePRACHOTHAN ISSN 2249 - 5088 in May 2012.
3. A study on FDI in “Multibrand Indian Retail Sector” in the Research Journal Review of SocialSciences ISSN 0974 - 9004 in January-June 2012 issue.
2. Project Advisor, Kerala Institute of Labour and Employment, Government of Kerala.
3. Management Consultant, Association of Small and Medium Entrepreneurs, Kerala.
Dr. K. S. Chandrasekar, Professor, IMK
1. Registrar (additional charge) of the University of Kerala from 16/11/2011 till 24/04/2012.
2. Head of the Department, Institute of Management in Kerala, University of Kerala from 01/04/2009till 31/03/2012.
3. Appointed as Dean, Faculty of Management studies, University of Kerala from May 2011 tillSeptember 2012.
Chapters in Books
1. “Green marketing practices of Automobile industries in Kerala”, Global Economic Slowdown-opportunities and challenges, SP Bansal etal (Ed.) (ISBN :978-81-8457 -364-0),2012.
International Publications
1. “Impact of green pricing on the green purchasing behavior of the customers of Automobile industryin Kerala”, Proceedings of 1st International conference on Marketing in emerging economies: Anagenda for the next decade", Punjab Technical University with UNC, USA, December 2012.
2. “Women ICT based Enterprises in Kerala: Analysis on Sales Performance, Agency Support andStakeholders Relationship”, i-manager's journal on management, Vol. 6, No. 3, December 2011-February 2012.
3. “Indian Families- Use of ICT and its impact on major family decisions”, South Asian Journal ofMarketing and Management Research, Vol. 2, Issue 4 (April, 2012), ISSN- 2249-877X.
4. International journal of Business & Management Tomorrow, ISSN: 2249-9962 (On-line) 22777176X(Print)
1. “Customers attitude and willingness to pay for green vehicles- An application of Dummy variableregression”, Mirror journal, Vol. II No. II, September 2012 (ISSN: 2249-8117).
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2. “ Study on the environmental accounting practices of Automobile companies in India”, Managingthe Future journal, Vol. 2, No. 2. July 2012 (ISSN: 0975-0045)
3. “An evaluation on performance of portfolios created from oil and gas sector”, Commerce andManagement Explorer, Vol. 2, No. 2. July 1, 2012 (ISSN: 2230-9187).
4. “Experiential retailing as a strategic tool for retail store differentiation and brand association- Aconceptual approach”, SIES journal of management, Vol. 8, Issue 1, March 2012 (ISSN: 0974-2956)
5. “Making managers”, Frontline, India's National Magazine, Vol. 29, Issue 01, Jan 14-27
6. “Global marine market and role of shrimp export from India”, Managing the Future, journal of thePG Department of Commerce, BAM College, Thuruthicadu, Vol. 2, No. 1. January 2012 (ISSN:0975-0045)
7. “Fisheries- a mitigating food source and its socioeconomic impact in Kerala”, ESRI journal (Journalof Economics and Social Research), Vol. 3, January 2012 (ISSN: 0975-7635)
8. “Economic development- a case study of Kudumbasree samajra VKC model using value chainapproval”, ESRI journal (Journal of Economics and Social Research), Vol. 3, January 2012 (ISSN:0975-7635)
9. “Brand management of Ayurvedic pharmaceutical products in Kerala”, KEEGEES Journal of SocialScience, Vol. A, No. 1. January, 2012, (ISSN: 0975-3621)
10. “Brand communication: Has “word of mouse” (viral marketing) superceded “Word of mouth”?Case of youth target audience in Kerala”, Commerce and Management Explorer, Vol. 2, No. 1.January 1, 2012 (ISSN: 2230-9187)
11. “Relationship between Marketing and Buddhism- An analysis of eight fold path”, Srusti ManagementReview, Vol. V, Issue-I, January 2012.
Advisory board membership in conferences
1. “International conference on synchronizing management theories and business practices: Challengesahead”, Annamalai university in association with Putra Intelek International college, Malaysia,27th-29th July 2012.
Session chair/special address in International Seminars
1. Inaugural address on, “Sustainable marketing-challenges”, International conference on sustainablemarketing strategies-issues and challenges 2012", Department of Management studies, MS University,Tirunelveli, 24th August 2012.
2. Special address on “New dimensions in Marketing” during the International seminar “Shiftingparadigms in Business” VHNSN College (Autonomous), Virudunagar, 23rd July 2012.
3. Key note address during the ICSSR sponsored International seminar on “Financial inclusion: Beyondthe dimensions”, MSNIMT, Chavara, 24th February 2012.
4. Valedictory address during the International Workshop on Graph products: Structure and Algorithms,Department of Futures studies, University of Kerala, Trivandrum, 8th February 2012.
Key note and Special address in National Seminars
1. Invited lecture on “Trends in National and International retailing”, National level seminar on emergingtrends in retail sector, Cooperative Institute of Management and Technology, Monvila, Trivandrum,27th November 2012.
2. Special address on “Prospects of Multi level marketing”, National Workshop on Multi level marketing,Advanced Management College, Bangalore, 1st June 2012.
3. Valedictory address during the National Techfest- Aura 2012, BM College of Engineering,Sasthamkotta, 25th February 2012.
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4. Presidential address during the National workshop on paradigm shift in Management research,Institute of Management in Kerala, University of Kerala, 25th February 2012.
5. Valedictory address at the National seminar on Financial reforms and Banking operations, UGC-SAP Department of Commerce, University of Kerala on 24th February 2012.
6. Keynote address on “Marketing competence for the domestic players”, National seminar onParadigm shift in marketing strategies- A game plan for domestic players for 21st Century,Government College for Women, Trivandrum on 8th February 2012.
7. Inaugural address on “The learning and teaching of classical Tamil literature”, National seminar onLearning and Teaching of Classical Tamil Literature, Department of Tamil, University College,Trivandrum on 8th February 2012.
8. Valedictory address at the National seminar conducted by the UGC-SAP Department of Commerce,University of Kerala on 4th February 2012.
UGC Major Research Project
1. “A comparative study of Kudumbasree and Janasree to eradicate poverty in the state of Kerala”,UGC for Rs .5,13,000 awarded in 2012.
Ph. D. Award
1. “CRM practices in Hospitality Industry in Kerala”, Vinu Kumar, University of Kerala.
List of Workshop/MDP’s/Seminars Developed and Conducted:
1. Conducted a training programme on “Human Resource Development”, Directorate of Ports,
Government of Kerala, Trivandrum, 23rd August 2012.
INSTITUTE OF DISTANCE EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Two short courses - UGC Academic Staff College, University of Kerala
Two Publications
One Presentation
Other noteworthy events
Assistant editor of One Research journal
Member BoS Public (Admn.)
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Editorship of Journal / Books
• Chief Editor, Littcrit: An Indian Response to Literature, Issues 72 & 73
• Co-editor, Various Cultures, Variant Readings. New Delhi: Creative Books, 2012.
Coordination
• Coordinated Refresher Course in English during 28-09-2012 to 19-10-2012 at UGC AcademicStaff College, University of Kerala, Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram.
• Coordinated 6th P. K. Rajan Memorial Lecture on 29 February 2012.
Special Lectures
• Valedictory Address at the National Seminar on New Literatures organized by Post GraduateDepartment of English, VTM NSS College, Dhanuvachapuram during 5-6 January 2012.
• "Cultural Studies." International Seminar on 'Cultural Studies: A Literary/Linguistic Approach'organized by the Department of English, Quaid-E-Millath Government College for Women, Chennaiduring 9-10 January 2012.
• "Cultural and Post-Marxian Theory." National Conference on 'Literary Theory: Politics and Practice'organized by the Department of English Lekshmipuram College of Arts and Science, Neyyoorduring 20-21 September 2012.
• "Creative Teaching." Workshop for School Teachers organized by The Muslim Educational Society,Thiruvananthapuram during 7-11 May 2012.
• "Comparative Literature and Culture Studies." Refresher Course in 'Comparative Literature'organized by UGC Academic Staff College, Kannur University on 24 February 2012.
• "Image and the Object: Women in Indian Narratives" & ''Visual Culture: An Introduction." RefresherCourse in 'Multi Ethnic Literatures and Visual Culture' organized by UGC Academic Staff College,Madras University during 28 August - 17 September 2012.
Paper Presentations
• "Image of Women in Indian Women Narratives." UGC sponsored National Seminar on 'EmergingImage of Woman in Indian Fiction in English and in Translations from Regional Languages' organizedby Besant Women's College, Mangalore during 9-10 March 2012
• "Postcolonialism and Indian Fiction. "UGC Sponsored Two Day National Seminar on 'RecentTrends in Literary, Cultural and Critical Theories' organized by Department of English, PeriyarEVR College, Tiruchi during 21-22 March 2012.
• "Me Luhan, Marxism and the Politics of Convergence." National Conference on 'ConvergingDisciplines: Canada and India' organized by UGC Area Study Centre for Canadian Studies, Universityof Kerala during 12-13 July 2012.
• "Teaching in the Digital Age." UGC Sponsored National Workshop on 'ELT: Developing MultimediaPackages for General English Courses' organized Centre for English Language Teaching, Universityof Kerala during 26-28 July 2012.
• "The Curator Within: Editing Literary Journal in India. "Two Day National Seminar on 'IndianLiterary Journals in English' organized by The Literary Criterion Centre, Dhvanyaloka, Mysoreduring 7-8 November 2012.
• "Space as Metaphor: Urbanscapes in Canada and India." National Conference on 'SpatialConfigurations: Canada and India' organized by UGC Area Study Centre for Canadian Studies,University of Kerala during 16-17 November 2012.
• "Spatial Configurations of Caste." UGC Interdisciplinary Global Seminar on 'Exploring the Cultural& Literary Nationalism of Fourth World' organized by Department of English, Acharya NagarjunaUniversity during 14-16 December 2012.
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Dr. Sheeja S. R.
No. of Research Students - 10
Seminars/ Workshops participated
Participated in Refresher Course in Economics conducted by UGC - ASC during March 2012
Prepared Teaching material in Economics as K. N. Raj Research Fellow at Centre for developmentStudies (CDS) during July 2012
Paper Publications
Reading the unreached Role of ODL, Journal of Modern Education review, USA
The Economics of knowledge, ISDA December 2012
Other noteworthy events
Obtained K. N. Raj Fellowship for College / University teacher in Economics.
Reviewers of International Journal of Academic Research deflectors
Dr. S. Thajudeen, Reader in Economics
No. of Research Students - 10
Seminars/ Workshops participated
Served as NSS Programme Officer and Men’s Hostel Warden, Kariavattom
Participated in 5 National Seminar and 2 Workshops
Dr. V. Assa Kumari, Sociology
No. of Research Students - 7
Extra-curricular activities
Tribal visit with students coastal study with students.
Completed a UGC project (Partner)
Published a book (Co-author)
Participated more than 10 seminars
Presented papers in 5 seminars
Conducted two workshops
Conducted two seminars
Participated and co-operated with all departmental activities connected with - Staff Club, Women’sDay, IDE Day, Merit day
Conducted study tour
Exposure programmes for sociology students
Preparing a documentary film about the (Sociology) departmental activities of IDE with the help ofstudents.
Preparing student magazine and will be published 2013 March
Dr. Lal C. A, Dept. of English
Seminars/ Workshops participated
Invited speaker/resource person in 5 international events
One article published
One paper presented in National Seminar
Other noteworthy events
Academic visits to UK and Indonesia
Editorial board member - Two Journals
Member BoS English (Pass)
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No. of Research Students - 5
Research Activities
Guiding 05 research scholars for Ph.D. Programme.
Presentations in Conferences & Seminars
1. Information needs and seeking behavior of Hearing impaired students in NISH and the need forLRC (with Midhula Soman, V S). In International Conference on Trends in Knowledge andInformation Dynamics (ICTK- 2012). July 10-13, 2012, DRTC (ISI), Bangalore.
2. Performer's Rights and the Indian Copyright Act: A study on Copyright Amendment Act 2012(with Divya, L R). 25th IASLIC National Seminar- 2012, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry,December 10-13,2012. [Poster presentation]
3. Evolution of Bibliometrics to Webometrics: Around the World with Metric Studies. (with SoumyaRani, G L). National Seminar on Scientometrics and Informetrics, 9-10 March, 2012, AnnamalaiUniversity, Annamalai Nagar, TN
4. Mathematics research in India: A Scientometric study. (with Soumya Rani, G L) sill All IndiaLibrary Conference (ILA) on Knowledge Society: Innovations in Librarianship (ILAKSIL- 2012), 23- 25 February, 2012, St. Agnes College, Mangalore.
Chapters in Books
1. Indian contributions in Marine Fisheries research: A Scientomentric analysis on ASF A Database.( Co-authored with Leena Ravi). In Dynamics of Librarianship in the Knowledge Society: Festscriftin honour of Prof. B. Ramesh Bahu, 4V. Dr. Achim Osswald and Dr. S. M. Zabed Ahmed, Eds.Delhi: B. R. Publishing Corporation, 2012. Vol. 4, pp. 1133-1150.
2. Free and Open Source E- learning projects and Open Course weares: Initiatives in India. InElectronic Age Librarianship. Dr. Dillip K Swain, Ed. New Delhi: Ane Books, 2012. pp.72-79.
Other noteworthy events
1. Made a presentation on 'Accessing academic knowledge through Open Access' at BODHI-2012-national Seminar on Perspectives in Multidisciplinary Epistemology, organized by D. B. College,Sasthamcotta, Kollam on 17 February 2012.
2. Attended User Awareness Programme on UGC- INFONET E- journal consortium organized bythe INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad and Kerala University Library at Thiruvananthapuram on20 July 2012.
3. Served as Resource Person for the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Kerala,Thiruvananthapuram and Goa University, Goa.
4. Serving as Academic Counsellor of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (lGNOU) forMLlSc and BLlSc Programmes.
5. Editorial Responsibilities: Associate Editor, International Journal of Library & Information Science(ULlS)
a. Reviewer of
i. Annual of Library & Information Studies (ALIS - NISCAIR)
ii. International Journal of Information Dissemination & Technology (IJIDT)
iii. Global Journal of Library & Information Technology (GJLIT)
6. Serving as Vice President, Kerala University Campus Association, Kariavattom.
Dr. A. M. Unnikrishnan
No. of Research Students - 7
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Seminars/ Workshops participated
President, Staff Club of IDE
Treasurer 19 papers & chaired in 6 national seminars
Organised a 2 day National Seminar
Authored 2 books on Literacy Criticism & cultural History
Wrote prefaces, articles for books & Manorama Fairbook
Published 3 research papers & 32 articles in periodicals
Broadcast 4 talks & 1 Feature from AIR, Thiruvananthapuram Station
Editorial board member of ‘Prageti’ research quality - ISSN 0975-377X Set 2 papers for MA(Malayalam) and BA (Malayalam), University of Kerala
Zeenath K. S - Mathematics
Seminars/ Workshops participated
Training of Trainees workshop 10-9-2012 - 15-9-2012 for Capacity building of women manager inhigher education sponsored by UGC
KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGES OF TEACHER EDUCATION
KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION, ARYAD, ALAPPUZHA
Phone : 0477.2233435) E - mail : [email protected] : www.kutealappuzha.com
No. of Teaching Staff : 8
Number of Students : 180
KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION, ANCHAL
No. of Teaching Staff : 8
Number of Students : 148
KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION, KAYAMKULAM
No. of Teaching Staff : 10
Number of Students : 165
KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION, KOLLAM
No. of Teaching Staff : 13
Number of Students : 165
KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION,KULAKKADA, KOLLAM
No. of Teaching Staff : 6
Number of Students : 87
KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION,KUNNAM, MAVELIKKARA
No. of Teaching Staff : 5
Number of Students : 95
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KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION, ADOOR- 691533PATHANAMTHITTA (Dist.)
No. of Teaching Staff : 9
Number of Students : 105
KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION,KANIYAPURAM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
No. of Teaching Staff : 8
Number of Students : 121
KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION,KUMARAPURAM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
No. of Teaching Staff : 15
Number of Students : 212
KERALA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION, NEDUMANGAD
No. of Teaching Staff : 12
Number of Students : 164
OTHER DEPARTMENTS AND CENTRES
CENTRE FOR ADULT, CONTINUING EDUCATION & EXTENSION (CACEE)
PMG, PALAYAM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2302523
Head of the Centre Dr. A. R. SupriyaDirector
Name Designation Male Female Total
Dr. A. R. Supriya Director 1 1
Dr. P. Gopinadhan Pillai Asst. Director 1 - 1
Dr. K. Mohandas Asst. Director 1 - 1
Total 2 1 3
1. Strength of students as on 1st January 2012 to 31st December 2012 (Continuing EducationCourses)
Sl. No. Name of the Course Strength
2.1 1. P. G. Certificate in Family Counselling 35
2. Certificate in Yoga and Meditation 2 Batches 653. Certificate in Library and Information Science (2 Batches) 784. Certificate in Nursing Administration 365. Certificate in Ayurveda Messeur and Panchakarma Asst. 16
6. P. G. Certificate in Criminology and Criminal Justice Administration 127. Certificate in Functional English and public speaking 178. Advanced Certificate in Functional English and public speaking 289. Certificate in TV News reading and Compering 28
Total 315
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2. 2 Continuing Education Courses conducted by CACEE through Affiliated Colleges
Name of the course Strength
Certificate in Library & Information Science (Iqbal College)) 12
Certificate in Pre-Primary Teacher Training,
TKM College of Arts & Science, Kollam 18
Diploma in Computer Applications,
TKM College of Arts & Science, Kollam 18
Junior Certificate in Information Technology,
St. Gregorios College, Kottarakkara 21
Diploma in Computer Applications, Govt. College, Attingal 34
Certificate in Computerised Accounting Govt. College, Attingal 16
Certificate in Functional English and Public speaking, KVM College of Nursing 60
Certificate in Ayurveda Masseur and Panchakarma Assistant,
S. N. Institute of Ayurvedic Studies and Research, Puthoor 5
Certificate in Computerised Accounting Govt. College, Attingal 40
Diploma in Animation Engineering, Escube Technologies 4
Certificate in Library and information Science, Loyola
College of Social Science, Sreekaryam 23
Certificate in Library and Information Science, KNM College, Kanjiramkulam 50
Diploma in Sound Engineering, Escube Technologies 9
TOTAL 310
3. Courses in collaboration with IDE
1. Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) 103
2. P. G. Diploma in Educational Planning Management &Administration (PGDEPMA) 30
Total 133
Grand Total 758
3. Counselling Cell :
Student Counsellor : Smt. Bindu.G.Nair
- Personal / Telephone counselling to students / community
- Pre / Post examination counselling to students of S.S..C / +2
- Pre / Post result counselling to students of S.S..C / +2
- Orientation classes on counselling to students / parents of various continuing education courses
4. Training Programmes :
4.1 English Language and Communicative Skills Development Porgramme - April 1,2,3,4
4.2 Residential Training on Life Skills Development Programme - July 18,19,20,21,22
5. Curriculum Workshops :
5.1 Curriculum Development
5.1.1 P.G. Diploma in Music Therapy
5.1.2 P.G. Diploma in Life Skills Education
5.1.3 M.A in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work
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5.1.4 M. Sc in Counselling Psychology
5.1.5 M.A in Criminology and Criminal Justice Administration
5.1.6 P.G. Diploma in School Counselling and Guidance
5.1.7 Diploma in Nursing Administration
5.1.8 Diploma in Culture, Media and Communication
5.1.9 Certificate in Pre-Primary Teacher Training
5.1.10 P. G Certificate in Family Counselling
5.1.11 Diploma in Business Communication & Print Editing
5.1.12 Certificate in Decentralised Planning and Local Governance
5.2 Curriculum Revamping
5.2.1 Scrutiny of revamped syllabus of Certificate in Music Therapy
5.2.2 Revamping of syllabus of Certificate in Library and Information Science
5.2.3 Revamping of syllabus of P.G. Diploma in Counselling
5.2.4 Certificate in Nursing Administration
5.2.5 P.G. Diploma in Yoga for Health Promotion
6. National /Regional level Workshops
National Workshop on, ‘The Emerging Facets of Lifelong Education ( UGC sponsored )
New courses designed at the National Workshop
1. P.G.Diploma in Business Communication
2. Certificate Courses in Palliative Care
3. Certificate Course in Hospital Infection Control
4. M.A in Lifelong Learning
5. P.G.Diploma in School
6. Certificate in Time Management Skills
7. Certificate in Home Economics
8. PG Certificate in Human Rights Law
9. PG Certificate in Women, Law and Empowerment
10. Certificate in Foundations of Professional Ethics
11. Diploma/Certificate Course in Media, Culture and Communication
12. PG Diploma in Educational Technology
13. PG Diploma in Editing in print and Visual Media
14. Certificate course in Decentralised Planning and Local Governance
15. Diploma in Nursing Administration
Southern Regional Workshop on Preparation of Vision and Action Plan for collaboration betweenUniversity Departments of Lifelong Learning and National Literacy Mission Authority ( MHRDsponsored
7.1 Projects sponsored by SC/ ST Development Department, Govt. of Kerala
7.1.1 Finishing School for SC / ST students
7.1.2 NET / SET Coaching class for SC/ ST students
7.1.3 Computer Lab in Competency Training Centre , Kariavattom
7.1.4 Employment Oriented Continuing Education Course for SC students, ThiruvananthapuramDistrict
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7.2 UGC Schemes / Projects
7.2.1 Life long Learning and Extension – XI Plan
7.2.2 Remedial Coaching for SC/ST, OBC and Minorities students :
7.2.3 NET Coaching for SC/ST,OBC and Minorities students
7.2.4 Coaching on Entry into Service (Indian Engineering service and Bank ProbationaryOfficer post) for SC/ST, OBC and Minorities.
7.2.5 Career Guidance and Counselling Cell
8. Extension : 1. School Adoption Programme – Govt. City Higher Secondary School, P.M.G.Jn, Thiruvananthapuram
2. School Counselling Cell, Tamil Vocational Higher Secondary School, Chalai
3. Career & Counselling Cell , C.S.I. College of Teacher Education, Parassala
4. Orientation on Adolescent Reproductive and Sexual Health and Life Skills forthe Secondary students of Thiruvananthapuram District in collaboration withChrist Nagar Group of Institutions.
9. Collaborating Colleges and other Institutions in the implementation of ContinuingEducation Courses and Projects.
1. Bishop Moore College, Mavelikkara
2. St. Gregorios College, Kottarakara
3. T.K.M Arts and Science College, Kollam
4. S.D. College, Alappuzha
5. Govt. College, Attingal
6. Loyola College of Social Sciences, Sreekariyam
7. KNM Govt. Arts and Science College, Kanjiramkulam
8. Devaswom Board College, Sasthamcotta
9. K.V.M. College of Nursing, Cherthala
10. Mar Baselios Training College, Anchal.
11. Govt. College for Women, TVPM
12. Govt. Arts College, Thiruvananthapuram
13. Govt. College, Nedumangad
14. University College, Thiruvananthapuram
15. Govt. College, Kariavattom
16. College of Fine Arts, Thiruvananthapuram
17. Sree Swathi Thirunal College of Music, Thiruvananthapuram
18. Govt. Law College, Thiruvananthapuram
19. Govt. Training College, TVPM
20. Yunus Kunju College of Engineering , Kollam
21. S.N. Institute of Ayurvedic Studies & Research, Puthoor
22. Christian College, Kattakkada
23. District Literacy Mission, Kollam
24. Kerala State Child Welfare Council, Thycaud
25. Escube Technologies, Thiruvananthapuram
26. Zinic Technologies, Thiruvananthapuram
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27. Magic Academy , Thiruvananthapuram
28. District Literacy Mission, Alappuzha
29. College of Nursing, Thiruvananthapuram.
30. C.S.I College of Teacher Education, Parassala
31. Pankaja Kasthuri Ayurveda Medical College,Kattakada
34. CH Koya Institute for Mentally Challenged ,Pangappara
10. Linkage /Net working
1. Ministry of Human Resource Development
2. University Grants Commission
3. SC/ ST Development Department, Govt. of Kerala
4. Social Welfare Board, Dept. of Social Welfare
5. Sree Chitra Institute of Medical Sciences
6. State Council of Educational Research and Training
7. State Institute of Rural Development
8. National Service Scheme, University of Kerala.
9. District Panchayath, Thiruvananthapuram .
10. Kerala Mahila Samakhya Society
11. State Resource Centre ,Kerala.
12. Kerala State Literacy Mission Authority
13. Samad Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram
14. Medical College Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram.
15. Regional Cancer Centre ,Thiruvananthapuram.
16. Indian Adult Education Association
17. Jan Shikshan Sansthan, University of Kerala.
18. Mental Health Centre, Thiruvananthapuram
19. National Rural Health Mission(NRHM)
20. General Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram
Smt.Bindu.G.Nair Student Counsellor
1. Coordinating the following Continuing Education Courses
a. P.G. Certificate in Family Counselling
b. Certificate in Pre-Primary Teacher Training(English medium)
c. Advanced Certificate in Functional English and Public Speaking
d. Certificate in Communicative English & Public Speaking
e. Certificate in Nursing Administration.
f. Certificate in Library and Information Science.
g. Certificate in Ayurveda Masseur and Panchakarma Assistantship
h. P.G Certificate in Music Theraphy, Pankaja Kasthuri Ayurveda Medical College, Kattakada.
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Dr.P.Gopinadhan Pillai Asst. Director, CACEE(on Deputation to IMG up to 6th August-2012)
Teaching
1. Training/Teaching of the national and state level Programmes organised at IMG,Thiruvananthapuram.
2. Counsellor,IGNOU,Thiruvananthapuram.
Research
1. Ph. D research guide in Sociology/Social Science, University of Kerala.
2. Doctoral Committee Member at Gandhigram Rural University, Dindigul.
3. Project Director for Indian Institute of Public Administration New Delhi sponsored project on‘Accountability Consciousness of key players in Consumer Protection Legal System in Kerala atIMG.
4. Conducted ‘Training Need Analysis Study’ of Social Welfare Department at IMG.
Awards
1. Excellence Award from Institute of Management in Government for highest rating in teachingamongIMG Faculties presented by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Kerala Sri.Ommen Chandi on 28th
March 2012.
2. Bharat Jyoti Award for meritorious services and outstanding contribution presented by Dr.BhishmaNarayan Singh,former Governor of TamilNadu at New Delhi.
Publications
1. UN Literacy Decade and Kerala’s Literacy Initiatives for Empowerment , Kerala Calling,September 2012.
2. ’Akakanninte Prakasam’ World Literacy Day Paper Published at Veekshanam Daily on 8th
September 2012.
Participation in Training/Seminar/Conference
1. Attended the National Conference of Indian Association of Social Science Institutions at Universityof Hyderabad and presented a paper on Decentralized planning in Kerala.
2. Attended Training programme on ‘Evaluation of Training ,at Institute of Secretariat Training andManagement, New Delhi.
3. Attended the regional Workshop of Departments of Lifelong Learning in South India at MascotHotel, Thiruvananthapuram.
4. Attended Govt. of India Sponsored workshop on ‘Innovations in Administration ‘ at IMG.
Co-ordinatorship
Co-ordinating the following Courses in CACEE.
1. Certificate in Yoga and Meditation
2. Certificate in TV News Reading and Compering.
Monitoring
Monitoring college level Continuing Education Programmes.
Positions held
1. Life Member, Indian Sociological Society, New Delhi.
2. Life Member, Indian Adult Education Association, New Delhi.
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1. Teaching :
1.1. Master of Human Resource Management – ( Research methodology
1.2. Post Graduate Diploma in Educational Planning & Management ( PGDEPMA) - Paper VI –Management of School Education
1.3 Certificate in Nursing Administration (Research methodology)
2. Research :
2.1 Guided 5 students of Master of Human Resource Management
2.2 Need Assessment Study on Remedial Education
3. Participation / Paper Presentation
1. Seminar on Intellectual Property Right, organized by UIT Neyyattinkara.
2. Annual Day Celebrations, UIT, Thiruvananthapuram.(January 24)
3. Inauguration of Siroco Technologies at Technopark.(January 24)
4. Workshop on Scrutiny of Source book on Adolescence Education, SCERT (February 13 16)
5. Annual Day Celebrations ,UIT, Yeroor.(February 17)
6. National Seminar on Skill Development of the Faculty of Lifelong Learning, S,V University, Tirupati-Chaired a Session. (February 22-23)
7. National Seminar on Skill Development and Life long Learning –Nagpur University Presented apaper on Lifelong Learning in Higher Education(Feb 28-29 )
8. National Seminar organized by Jammu University Lifelong Learning in University- Paper(March-9-10)
9. State Workshop on Vision & Mission 2012 -17, organized by Kerala State Literacy Mission Authority(March 28)
10. National Workshop on ‘Emerging Facets of Lifelong Education’- Workshop Director (April 10-12)
11. South Indian Regional Consultation Workshop on preparation of Vision and Action Plan forCollaboration, between University Departments of Lifelong Learning and National Literacy MissionAuthority.(September 26)- Workshop Director
12. UGC sponsored National Conference on ‘If not Now, When? Meeting the Challenge of LifelongLearning, organised by Tata Institute of Social Science, Mumbai.(October-16-17)
13. Talk on Women Empowerment at the N.S.S camp, Govt. College for Women, Thiruvananthapuram.
14. Paper on ‘Higher Education and Value Development’ in the International Seminar on GandhianEducation and Practices in the Emerging Global Scenario (July 25-27)
15. Talk on Women Empowerment, Inter collegiate N.S.S Camp, Organised by Hindustan Latex Ltd.
Publication :-
1. Editor, ‘Select Articles on Life long Learning and Course design developed for the NationalWorkshop on Emerging Facets of Life long Education.
2. ‘Lifelong Learning in Higher Education’ ,Reyono Interdisciplinary Journal.
4. Positions Held:-
4.1 Member, Advisory Committee- Dept of Adult, Continuing Education & Extension & Field Outreach,Kuvempu University
4.2 Member, Advisory Committee- Dept of Life Long Learning, M.G. University, Kottayam
4.3 Member, Advisory Committee- Dept of Life Long Learning, Calicut University, Calicut
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4.4 Member, Selection Committee on Service providers, Dept. of Social Welfare, Govt. of Kerala
4.5 Member,Cell to Combat Sexual Harassment,St. Xavier’s College, Thumba
4.6 Member, Cell to Combat Sexual Harassment, Legislative Assembly, Govt. of Kerala
4.7 Life Member, Indian Adult Education Association
4.8 Member, Executive Committee, Thiruvananthapuram District Committee, Vanitha Sahithi
4.9 Member, Thiruvananthapuram District Committee, Purogamana Kala Sahithya Sanghom
4.10 Life member , Literacy Forum
4.11 Member, Advisory Committee, Community College, IGNOU and SEA
4.12 Member, Curriculum Committee, Community College, IGNOU and SEA
The Kerala University Library, the premier University Library in Kerala was established in the
year 1942 to foster the educational and cultural needs of the people of Kerala. It has a very rich collection
of documents consisting of books, current and back volumes of periodicals, theses and e-resources. It
houses more than 4000 Ph.D theses and also acts as a major research centre in Kerala.
During the last few years, services in the library have been substantially updated and modernized.
The UGC Infonet e-journal Consortium is providing free access to nearly 12,000 academic journals to
the user community. Development in the library services with the advent of latest ICT applications
include access to online catalogue of the library, launching of the Digital Archive of old and rare materials
of the library etc.
The Library functions from 8 AM to 8 PM (Sunday 2 PM to 8 PM) and it serves the clients on
all days including Second Saturdays except the public holidays.
University Librarian-in-charge Smt. L. SaraswathyDeputy Librarian Smt. K. Gayathri
Programmes Conducted:
1. Reading week celebration was conducted in the University Library which was inaugurated by
Dr. Lekshmy Nair, Principal, Government Law College on 26th June 2012.
2. User awareness programme was organized jointly by the Kerala University Library and INFLIBNET
Centre on 20th July 2012.
3. Signing of the MOU with INFLIBNET on 20th July 2012 to digitize and upload the theses of theKerala University to Shodhganga, a repository of Indian Electronic Theses and Dissertations andto provide a platform for research students to deposit their Ph.D theses and make it available tothe entire scholarly community in open access.
4. Organised an exhibition of the UN and World Bank Publication for a span of two weeks startingfrom 24th October to 7th November 2012 in connection with UN Day celebration.
5. The National Library week celebration was conducted on 20th November 2012 followed byintroduction of Eminent Scholar Membership, release of the Kerala Index 2011 and the exhibitionof rare and unique books.
Recent Developments:
1. Kerala Reading Reference Section provides printouts / copying in CDs of the Digitized materialson payment.
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2. Extended the loan period of books from 15 days to 30 days making it uniform to all categories ofusers.
3. Enhanced the overdue charges per day from 50 paise to Rs.1/- after a loan period of 30 days.4. Started to weed-out the old, worn out unusable books.5. Initiated the Computerised Documentation Services.6. Strengthened the document collection.7. Installed the solar panel to save electricity.8. Providing internship training to MLISc students from various institution as part of the curriculum
activities.Different Sections of Kerala University Library1. ACQUISITION SECTIONHead: Sasikala Kumari P, Assistant Librarian - Gr.I
The main function of this section is to procure new documents and enrich library collection. Thisinvolves selection, ordering, processing of bills, accessioning and physical processing of the newly acquireddocuments; books received as gifts, bound volumes of periodicals, theses received from the universityare also accessioned and processed here. Procured documents are transferred to technical section afterprocessing.
The section collects requests from the heads of the teaching departments of the University andPrincipals of various affiliated colleges for the purchase of documents. Librarian take initiative in selectingthe books of general nature, reference collection and textbooks. Suggestions from different servicesections and the users of the library are also considered for selecting books. Team of senior libraryprofessionals visited book exhibition of different firms for selecting documents.
A book-selection-committee was constituted to purchase books for the university library, campuslibrary, departmental libraries and libraries of the study centres by the university under the chairmanshipof Dr. Jolly Jacob (Member, Syndicate, Convener Library and Publication Committee) with the followingmembers.
1. Dr. P.S. Sreekala (Member, Syndicate).
2. Smt. L. Saraswathy, University Librarian-in-charge (Member Secretary)
3. Sri. Hamsa A, Deputy Librarian, Campus Library.
4. Dr. Maya Dutt, Dean, Faculty of Arts.
5. Dr. K. Sasikumar, Dean, Faculty of Commerce.
6. Dr. M.S. Geetha, Dean, Faculty of Education.
7. Dr. P. Venugopalan, Dean, Faculty of Fine Arts.
8. Dr. K.C. Sunny, Dean, Faculty of Law.
9. Dr. C.R. Prasad, Dean, Faculty of Oriental Studies.
10. Dr. Ashalatha S. Nair, Dean, Faculty of Science.
11. Dr. Suresh Jnaneswaram, Dean, Faculty of Social Science.
12. Dr. B. Anil, Dean, Faculty of Engineering & Technology.
This year discount rate was increased by 1% for all categories of books except foreign books.The Book Selection Committee meeting was held on 08-08-2012 for selection books from various publishersand from the list recommended by the heads of the departments. Details of collection added during thisyear are given below:
No. of volumes as on 31-12-2011 325761
No. of books added in 2012 3395
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No. of bound volumes added in 2012 709
No. of PhD theses added in 2012 187
No. of books received as gift in 2012 401
Total no. of volumes added in 2012 4692
Total collection as on 31-12-2012 330453
2. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECTION & KULNIC
Head: Dr. Mohana Kumar T, Assistant Librarian
The Information Technology Section of the Kerala University Library was established withthe objective of providing IT oriented information services to the user community. The IT section islooking-after the automation work of the Kerala University Library. This section is maintaining andupdating various databases such as books, theses, back volumes of periodicals etc. LIBSYS-4software is used for automating different housekeeping operations of the Library. All sections of thelibrary are being inter-connected through a Local Area Network (LAN). Kerala University Librarywebsite is also maintained by this section.
On-line Public Access Catalogue (OPAC), the electronic version of the catalogue is beingmaintained by this section. This facility is available in all the sections of the library and to the publicthrough the library website (www.kulib.in). World Bank E-Library service is also provided during thecurrent year.
The Kerala University Library NET Information Centre (KULNIC) is functioning as part ofthe IT Section. The centre has shown tremendous growth in the number of visitors and in the numberof full text articles downloaded from databases. UGC Infonet programme is providing us the access tomore than 10,000 electronic journals and 6 other databases. Started uploading of theses (soft copy)submitted to the University of Kerala to the Shodh Ganga, a repository of Indian Electronic Thesesand Dissertation with INFLIBNET Centre during this year.
Steps are being taken to establish an E-resource Centre in the Kerala University Library.
User Awareness Programme:
To increase the optimum utilization of the electronic resources, we were able to conduct oneuser awareness programme this year, with the co-operation of INFLIBNET Centre. In-house trainingprogrammes are also conducted during the reported year.
One of the most significant and largest of all the sections of the Library system, the MaintenanceSection of the Kerala University Library provides purposeful service to all categories of its users bycatering to their information needs in a timely manner. The Maintenance Section include:
(a) General collection of books related to all the major disciplines both interdisciplinary andmultidisciplinary.
(b) Collection of rare documents.
(c) Women studies collection.
(d) Government publications.
(e) Collection of major biographies
(f) Back volumes of learned periodicals in Science & Technology.
(g) Back volumes of prominent newspapers in English & Malayalam.
The whole collection is arranged scientifically according to the 6th revised edition of colonclassification scheme.
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The whole collection is distributed in four floors in the following manner:
Ground floor : Comprising of live collection (LC) of books in all subjects.
1st floor : Comprising of LC1 collection of books in all subjects and bound volumes of abstracts.
2nd floor : Comprising of Biographies, Women’s Studies Section, Gandhiana collection, back
volumes of science periodicals, Govt. Publications and bound volumes of newspapers.
3rd floor : Comprising of closed Reference Section.
Assisting the users to locate the books sought for with the help of tools like OPAC and card
catalogue is another major activity. More than 70-80 users seek the assistance of the staff for their daily
information needs. An average of 350 to 450 books are issued daily and an equal number returned.
Minor physical processing of about 100 books are carried out daily to rectify wear and tear. Nearly
2300 books have been added to the already existing collection during the current year. The section also
displays newly added documents in the display rack every week.
An average figure of books issued in the current year is shown in the table given below:
As part of the modernization of Kerala University Library (Phase II) an amount of
Rs. 3,50,000/- (Rupees Three lakhs and fifty thousand only) has been sanctioned for the professional
work of ‘Weeding out of Documents’. The work has been started with additional staff recruited on
contract basis. About 50,000 books is set to be earmarked to be weeded out from the collection.
4. CIRCULATION SECTION
Head: Abdul Majeed. E, Assistant Librarian - Gr.I
Library membership is open to teachers, students, research scholars, research guides of the
University of Kerala and its affiliated colleges, non-teaching staff of the University and its departments,
members of the Senate, Syndicate, Faculties and Board of Studies, graduates of recognized Universities
residing in Kerala, recognized institutions and others at the discretion of the Vice-Chancellor. As part of
the platinum Jubilee celebrations of the University of Kerala, Kerala University Library has introduced a
new category of membership named “Eminent Scholar” on 20th November 2012. A person who has
made outstanding contribution in the field of Science/Social Science/Humanities or Arts as evident by
National or International level recognition/receipt of awards from Government agencies – Central or
State or prestigious institutions is eligible for Eminent Scholar membership. A membership deposit of
Rs.3000/- and an annual subscription Rs.300/- is to be remitted at the time of admission. They can
borrow six books at a time using single bar-coded Identity card.
Enrollment of members, renewal of membership, cancellation of membership, issue, return and
renewal of books, issue of clearance certificate/non-liability certificate, issue of duplicate membership
cards and borrowers tickets against the lost cards, issue of attendance certificate to visiting research
scholars and teachers, collection of overdue charges, membership fee etc. are the major functions of this
section. Circulation counter, Security wing and Property counter are also part of this section. Temporary
memberships are also given for reading, reference, information search and for other information products
and services of the library on payment of necessary fee with the permission of the Deputy Librarian-in-
charge. This year about 2600 members were registered as temporary membership. New members enrolled
during the year is 4752.
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New Members enrolled during the year 2012
Membership Category Numbers
Students 3230
Research Scholars 235
Teachers 111
Institutional Members 2
Eminent Scholars 2
Non-Teaching Staff of the University 15Kerala University Library Staff 2
Graduate Public 1155
Total 4752
5. DOCUMENTATION & INFORMATION SERVICE SECTION
Head: Girijamma R, Assistant Librarian - Gr.I
Documentation and Information Services Section is formed to provide Bibliographical and
Information Services to meet the increasing requirements of research scholars and students. Compilation
of Kerala Index is regularly being done by this section. Exhibitions and orientation programmes were also
conducted by the section.
The different activities of the section are the following:
(a) Publication of Kerala Index:
Kerala Index, a quarterly publication of Kerala University Library, is an index of articles relating
to Kerala appearing in select newspapers, popular magazines and journals received in the library.
Two issues of Kerala Index for the year 2011, July-September 2011 and October-December 2011
were released during this year. The compilation work of Kerala Index for the current year 2012 is going
on now in this section.
We are sending issues of Kerala Index to various Universities like M.G. University, Calicut University,
Kannur University, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Sri Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit,
Kalady, different departments of Kerala University, Campus Library, Kariavattom, Legislature Library,
Public Library, Public Relations & Information Department, Govt. of Kerala, Kerala Sahitya Academy.
(b) Exhibition:
Exhibitions are conducted on particular incidents and occasions to bring the resources of the
library to the attention of the user’s concerned. Three exhibitions were conducted during this year. As a
part of tribute to late Sri. Sukumar Azheekode a notable exhibition was organized from 30-01-2012 to 10-
02-2012. An exhibition on Kerala Index and bibliographies so far published by Kerala University Library
was conducted from 20-11-2012 to 27-11-2012. In order to pay homage to Sri. P. Govinda Pillai another
exhibition was organized from 01-12-2012 to 09-12-2012.
(c) Orientation Programme:
Orientation programmes were conducted for the students from various Institutions like Kannur
University, Farooq College, Kozhikode, Library Science Students of Library Council, Library Science
Students of Rajagiri College, Library Science Students of Loyola College.
(d) Reprographic Services:
Reprographic services were provided from 10 AM to 5 PM to users. User education service
was rendered as and when required.
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(e) Computerized Documentation and Information Services:
As a part of modernization of Kerala University Library Phase-II, Govt. of Kerala has givenRs.5 Lakhs for the computerization of Documentation & Information Services in the Kerala UniversityLibrary. We have submitted a detailed proposal for the project. Accordingly, Vice-Chancellor has accordedsanction of Rs.5 Lakhs for the project.
6. KERALA STUDIES SECTION
Head: Dr. Beena. S, Assistant Librarian - Gr.I
The Kerala Reference Section was formed in 1973 primarily for catering to the researchrequirements of the research scholars who are interested in the study of the history, science, art, culture,heritage, language, literature, economy and politics of Kerala. The collection of this section consists ofbooks, bound volumes of periodicals, research reports and gazettes. The section possesses a comprehensiveand specialized collection of old, unique and rare documents of 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. These raredocuments have been digitized and kept as the ‘Digital Archive’ since these have immense researchvalue and are not available elsewhere. An exhibition of these rare and unique documents wasconducted in the Section in connection with the National Library Week Celebrations from 20-23November, 2012.
The digital collection covered more than 6 lakhs of pages constituting 943 books and 857 periodicalsand one Malayalam daily, the ‘Malayala Rajyam’ which ceases its publication. This collection could beaccessed effectively by using keywords contained in these documents. The facilities of this section aremade use of by M.Phil. and Research Scholars of this University, and scholars from various Universitiesand Institutions not only of India , but also of foreign countries.
Now the section holds approximately 50000 volumes most of which are frequently used byresearchers. Around 380 books and 76 bound volumes of periodicals were added to the collection during2012. The section has special collections of Sri. Sooranad Kunjan Pillai and Dr. K.M. George.
One of the nerve centres of Kerala University Library, the Periodical Section is primarily concernedwith the selection, subscription and recording of Indian and Foreign periodicals, popular magazines andnewspapers. Article indexing of important periodicals is also done in the section. The back volumes ofsubscribed periodicals are bounded regularly every year.
The section is rich in its context with the wide range of subject periodicals published in India andabroad, popular magazines and newspapers. The collection includes significant abstracting periodicalslike Dissertation Abstracts International: Section A and B (A: Humanities and Social Sciences, B: Scienceand Engineering), Sociological Abstracts, Indian Science Abstracts etc. Many of the journals now receivedin printed form are gradually going to be transformed into Online version in due course of time. The totalbudget for 2012-13 is 40 lakhs.
Subscription to most of Foreign journals is carried out directly, whereas a few are subscribed viaIndian Agents like Allied Publishers, Chennai, Global Information Systems Technology, IBH MagazineServices etc. Direct subscription is followed for Indian Periodicals. The newspapers and popular magazinesare purchased through a local agent.
Collection in the Periodical Section:
(a) Indian Periodicals - 230
(b) Foreign Periodicals - 32
(c) Abstracts
(i) Indian - 2
(ii) Foreign - 2
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(d) Newspapers
(i) English
(ii) Malayalam - 10
Malayalam Gift - 4
(iii) Tamil - 2
(e) Popular Magazines - 44
New periodicals subscribed during 2012 are as follows:
(1) Professional Journal of Library and Information Technology
(2) Corporate Law Advisor
(3) International Journal of Information Dissemination and Technology
(4) Pratiyogita Darpan
(5) Civil Services Times
The section also undertakes the binding work of 5 leading newspapers, periodicals of Indian andForeign, important popular magazines and gazettes. Through its novel services, the section attracts anaverage of 250-300 members on a daily basis.
Reference section is a major subsystem of the Kerala University Library which caters to theneeds of all categories of members with regard to their immediate reference requirements as well asdeep academic pursuits. The collection comprises various reference sources viz. dictionaries,encyclopaedias, yearbooks, manuals, biographic sources, serials, directories, geographical sources etc.In addition to these we have a textbook collection and study materials for civil service examination,UGC/NET and various competitive examinations. There is a collection of old question papers of variousexaminations of Kerala University and syllabus of various courses.
The new addition in this section is about 650 volumes out of which a major portion (60%) belongsto various competitive examinations like, UGC/NET Civil Services, PSC, Bank examination etc. which isof very high demand.
On an average 350-400 members utilize this section every day. The students of library sciencecourses in various institutions use this section for training and practice to complete their course work.Here we give personal assistance and guidance to members about library, using catalogue, locatingbooks and use of various reference sources. Attending reference queries and location information as perrequest are part of the regular work.
9. RESEARCH SECTION
Head: Ahila Eugene. A, Assistant Librarian - Gr.I
Research Section of the Kerala University Library consists of (1) Research Centre and (2)Reference section for Theses and back volumes of periodicals.
(1) Research Centre:
Research Centre of the Kerala University Library is the most important and largest ResearchCentre of the University of Kerala. The centre provides facility to Research Scholars in the facilities ofArts, Humanities, Home Science, and mathematics. The centre is also providing facility to both Full-timeand Part-time Research Scholars.
At present, there are 816 candidates including full-time and part-time doing research in variousdiscipline in this Research Centre. The number of candidates registered under various categories are asgiven below:
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(I) Full-time Research Scholars
1. University JRF Scholars - 412
2. UGC JRF Scholars - 17
3. University Post Doctoral Fellow - 1
4. UGC Post Doctoral Fellow - 2
5. University Senior Research Fellow - 2
6. UGC Senior Research Fellow
7. UGC FIP Teacher Fellow - 28
(II) Part-time Research Scholars - 354
Total - 816
In the year 2012 more than 102 students newly joined this centre as Research Scholars and 65Scholars submitted their theses during this year.
In addition to this, 171 students were given Facility Certificates for doing research in this centreand 38 facility certificates were given to Research Guides.
Subject No. of Theses
Commerce 2
Economics 4
Education 7
English 3
Geography 1
Hindi 7
History 6
Home Science 2
Law 1
Malayalam 16
Management 3
Mathematics 1
Philosophy 2
Physical Education 4
Psychology 1
Sanskrit 1
Sociology 1
Tamil 3
Total 65
Research Section consists of two collections:
(1) Journal Collection
(2) Theses Collection
One of the best collections of back volumes of social science and humanities periodicals are keptin this section. Nearly 65 students visit this section to refer the back volumes of Social Science andHumanities periodicals every day. In the theses section entry is restricted to Research Scholars on allworking days from 10.15 AM to 5.15 PM. This collection contains theses of all disciplines which wereawarded in the University of Kerala. More than 30 Research Scholars from outside are permitted to usethis collection on payment of Rs.40.00 with the permission of the Librarian every day.
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Subject wise list of Research Scholars joined during the year 2012
Sl No. Subject F/T P/T Total
1 Arabic 1 - 1
2 Commerce 16 1 17
3 Economics 4 1 5
4 Education 3 1 4
5 English 5 5 10
6 Geography - - -
7 Hindi 4 - 4
8 History 4 2 6
9 Home Science 3 1 4
10 Islamic Studies 2 - 3
11 Law - - -
12 Library and Information Science 1 - 1
13 Malayalam 24 3 27
14 Management 2 - 2
15 Mathematics - - -
16 Music 3 - 3
17 Philosophy 3 1 4
18 Physical Education - 3 3
19 Politics 4 1 5
20 Psychology 1 - 1
21 Sanskrit 2 - 2
22 Sociology 1 - 1
23 Tamil - - -
24 Tourism - 1 1
Total 83 20 103
As part of the modernization in the library the area of the theses collection was extended to alarge hall. Seating facilities were provided for the Research Scholars in this hall. Steps are being taken toprovide more facilities for the Research Scholars.
The University of Kerala has signed Memorandum of understanding with INFLIBNET Centre,Ahmedabad for the project “Digital Repository of Theses” viz, SHODHGANGA, on 20th July 2012 at3.30 PM, at the Senate Chamber. Dr. Jagdish Arora, Director, INFLIBNET Centre and Shri. ManojKumar K, Scientist, INFLIBNET were attended the function. For this, this centre already handed oversoft copies of 64 Theses to the INFLIBNET Centre.
10. TECHNICAL SECTION
Head: Dr. Surya Prasad. K, Assistant Librarian - Gr.I
Technical processing (classification and cataloguing) of library documents including books, boundvolumes of journals, PhD theses etc… are the major functions of the technical section.
New Addition Lists’ are released on a weekly basis which give bibliographic information ofnewly added books, arranged in a classified order. Copies of the lists are on display on the notice board
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for the information of the users as well as available on the website of the University. Copies are alsomailed to various libraries. Special care is taken to cover all the subjects of curricula as well as currentinterest of the readers. The technical section also carries out filing of new catalogue, replacing old fadedand worn out cards with new ones and modify class numbers and collection numbers.
Details of the work in the Technical Section during the year 2012 are given below:
1. No. of book classified and catalogued 3639
2. No. of bound volumes of periodicals processed 674
3. No. of doctoral theses on added 237
4. No. of CD Rom’s added 56
11. UNITED NATIONS AND WORLD BANK (DEPOSITORIES) SECTION
Head: Pushpalilly G, Assistant Librarian - Gr.I
Kerala University Library is designated as the only authorized depository centre for UN &World Bank Publications in Kerala. Therefore it continues to receive copies of the publications of theUN and its various agencies as well as of the World Bank. The UN Depository started in 1972 is widelyaccessed by a large number of readers in various disciplines especially the researchers in Social Sciencesubjects. This year the library received about 130 publications from the UN Head Quarters at New Yorkand its various agencies 600 reports and 1500 proceedings from the UN General Assembly, SecurityCouncil, Economic and Social Council, International Court of justice and human rights etc.
The World Bank Depository received 450 monographs and study reports during the year. A goodnumber of periodicals, CDS, charts, maps were also added to the collection.
The UN & WB publications are being extensively used by research scholars, academicians, lawyers,administrators, parliamentarians etc.
Exhibition and UN Day Celebrations:
Kerala University Library organized on exhibition of the UN and World Bank Publications for aspan of two weeks starting from 24th October to 7th November 2012 in connection with UN DayCelebrations. The exhibition received much media coverage, publicity and enthusiastic involvement ofour reading community. The student community research scholars and faculty members access thedocuments.
STUDY CENTRE LIBRARY, ALAPPUZHA
Kerala University Study Centre, Alleppey has been functioning as a Reference Library for postgraduate. Students, Research Scholars and Faculty members of the affiliated colleges of the Universityof Kerala in the district of Alappuzha and for the students of IDE, UIT, B.Ed. centres, IMK extensioncentres etc.
No. of books as No. of books No. of books Total No. of No. of books 0n 31-03-2011 added during 2012 on 31-12-2012 readers on 2012 consulted in 2012
4028 62 4090 1700 6800
STUDY CENTRE LIBRARY, KOLLAM
Study Centre Library, Kollam is functioning at S.N. College Campus, Kollam. It continues toserve the needs of the students and teachers of the colleges in and around Kollam. The collectionincludes books and journals. The books comprise multiple copies of various subject books prescribed forPG Courses and reference books including materials for various competitive examinations.
No. of books as No. of books No. of books Total No. of No. of books 0n 31-12-2011 added during 2012 on 31-12-2012 readers on 2012 consulted in 2012
4369 56 4425 912 3648
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STUDY CENTRE LIBRARY, PANDALAM
Pandalam Study Centre Library is situated behind the Pandalam N.S.S. College. It continues toserve the needs of the students and teachers of the affiliated colleges in and around Pandalam.
No. of books Books added No. of books Amount spent No. of readers No.of booksafter books as on for books & for books & during the consulted3 1 -12-2011 31-12-2011 31-12-2012 journals 2012 in 2012
1177 82 1259 20000 726 964
Professional Advancement Activities
Research Papers published
1. Dr. Mohan Kumar, Assistant Librarian, IT section has published a paper “Skill developmentof professional librarians towards IT Application in the college libraries in Kerala”.Kelpro Bulletin. Vol. 16(2), December 2012,P.34-47.
2. Dr. Beena S, Asst. Librarian has published a paper “Digital content development in the KeralaUniversity Library: A case study”: SRELS Journal of Information Management.Vo,49(5), 2012.
3. Majeed H, Assistant Librarian Gr II, IT section has published a paper “Information Behaviourof Tourists Visiting Kerala”. Vol. 16(2), December 2012, P.22-33.
4. Dr. P.K Suresh Kumar, Asst. Librarian, Circulation Section has published two research papersentitled “University Libraries in Kerala: A SWOT Analysis for Marketing: Library Philosophyand Practice (e-Journal) Paper 787, 2012 and “User satisfaction and Service Quality of theUniversity libraries in Kerala”. International Journal of Information Sissemination andTechnology. Vol. 2(1), January-March 2012, P.24-30.
5. Mr. Mehaboobullah,K Technical Assistant, K.R Section and Sudhi S. Vijayan, Technical Assistant,
Maintenance Section Jointly published a paper entitled “Open Source digital library soft wares;A Comparative Study”: Kelpro Bulletin. Vol. 15(2), December 2011.
Seminar/Workshop/Training programme attended
1. Workshop on KOHA, open source software, organized by Dept, of Library and InformationScience on 28-29 January 2012 attended by Smt. Sheeja, B.S, Asst. Librarian, Periodical Section.
2. Workshop on “KOHA” conducted by CHMK Library and Dept, of Library and InformationScience, Univeristy of Calicut on 28-29 January 2012 by Mehaboobullah,K, Technical Assistant,KR Section.
3. National Workshop on “Design and Development of digital libraries using DSPACE”conducted by NISCAIR, New Delhi on 20-24 February 2012 by Technical Assistants MehaboobullahK, Sri. Sudhi S. Vijayan, Renjith V.R and Mr. Arun Kumar A.
4. National Seminar on “Towards a New Reading Culture” organized by RAJA RAMMOHUNROY LIBRARY FOUNDATION (RRRLF) from 20-21 April 2012, Trivandrum attended by Dr.Mohan Kumar, Assistant Librarian, IT section, Smt. Madhumati M.S, Assistant Librarian, TechnicalSection, Sri. Abdul Majeed,E, Assistant Librarian Gr.I, Dr. Beena,S, Assistant Librarian, KeralaReference Section, Dr. Ajikumari.T, Assistant Librarian, Documentation Section, Sheeja,B.S,Asst.Librarian, Periodical Section and Dr. P.K Suresh Kumar, Assistant Librarian, CirculationSection, Dr. Jalajakumari,C, Assistant Librarian, Study Centre, Kollam, Smt. Khadeeja M TechnicalAssistant, KR Section.
5. Training programme on “Information delivery system for academic and Research Institutions(IDSARI 1.0” organized by ICFOSS, Technopark and CDS Trivandrum on 11-13 July 2012
attended by Mr. Sudhi S. Vijayan, Technical Assistant, Maintenance Section.
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6. National Workshop on “e-Granthalaya” organized by Kerala Library Association in connectionwith National Informatics Centre, New Delhi from 11-13 September 2012, Trivandrum attendedby Dr. Beena,S, Assistant Librarian, Kerala Reference Section, Dr. Ajikumari.T, Assistant Librarian,Documentation Section, Dr. P.K Suresh Kumar, Assistant Librarian, Circulation Section, Dr.Jalajakumari,C, Assistant Librarian, Study Centre, Kollam, Smt. Jayasree S, Reference Assistant,Research Section, Smt. Resmi Sara Thomas, Technical Assistant, Study Centre, Pandalam, Smt.Khadeeja M, Smt. Dhanya K.M, Technical Assistant, KR Section, Sri. Arun Kumar A, TechnicalAssistant, Periodical Section, Renjith V.R, Technical Assistant, Circulation Section and Sudhi S.Vijayan, Technical Assistant, Maintenance Section.
7. Workshop on “Information Security Awareness”, organized by Kerala Library Association incollaboration with C-DAC Hyderabad, on 1st December 2012 at DLIS Lecture Hall, University ofKerala attended by Dr. Mohan Kumar, Assistant Librarian, IT section, Smt. Madhumati M.S,Assistant Librarian, Technical Section, Sri. Abdul Majeed,E, Assistant Librarian Gr.I, Dr. Beena,S,Assistant Librarian, Kerala Reference Section, Dr. Ajikumari.T, Assistant Librarian, DocumentationSection, Smt. Sheeja,B.S, Asst. Librarian, Periodical Section, Mehaboobullah,K, Technical Assistant,Smt. Khadeeja,M. Technical Assistant, KR section and Dr. P.K Suresh Kumar, Assistant Librarian,Circulation Section.
8. Workshop on “Creation and Management of Digital collection” conducted by INFLIBNETCentre, Ahmedabad on 3-7 December 2012 attended by Mehaboobullah K, Sri. Sudhi S. Vijayan,Renjith V.R and Mr. Arun Kumar A.
Refresher Course/Orientation Programme:
1. Dr. P.K. Suresh Kumar had attended Refresher Course in Library and Information Science from16th May to 5th June 2012. Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Kariavattom and submitteda project on “Reorienting the Department Libraries in School System of the University ofKerala: A Proposal”.
2. Dr. Mohan Kumar, Assistants Librarian, IT section has participated in the Orientation programmefrom 27th December 2011 to 23rd January 2012 conducted by UGC-Academic Staff college,University of Kerala, Trivandrum.
3. Smt. Sheeja,B.S, Asst. Librarian, Periodical Section has participated in the UGC-Sponsored ITorientation Programme conducted by the UGC-Academic Staff College, University of Kerala,Trivandrum.
Other professional activities
1. Dr. P.K Suresh Kumar, Assistant Librarian, Circulation Section was recognized as a ResearchGuide in Library and Information Science under the Faculty of Arts by the University of Kerala.He was a Resource Person in the UGC Sponsored National Seminar on “Bridging the DigitalDivide in India; Development of Information Technology and Role of Libraries” organizedby Library Division, New Man College from 29 to 30 November 2012 at New man College,
University Campus Library, being the common centre of higher learning of all the Departments inthe Kariavattom Campus, has hosted a wide range of readers during the year 2012. The libraryhas been working in two shifts from 8 am to 8 pm. The library rendered services for facilitating theaccess to both conventional materials as well as electronic resources resulting an optimum utilization.
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As it is estimated that more than 12000 readers visited the library during the year for their academicpursuit. The Students, Teachers, Research Scholars, Staff etc. from the various Departments inthe Campus and also readers from other Colleges and Learning Centers from the State and outsidewere our Clientele
User Orientation
Library has been keen in providing orientation to the readers in batches, more particularly to thefreshers in the Campus
Information Technology Service
The IT Section equipped with 24 Computers was widely accessed by a large number of Scholarsfor their internet e-mail, e-journal search requirements. UGC - Inflibnet Digital Library Consortiumprovides current and archival access to more than 9000 e-journals from 18 sources. Also M/S.Elsevier provides access to Science Direct. Campus Library renewed the subscription for IELOnline through INDEST AICTE consortium, which can be accessed from any Departments in theCampus. The Campus library is connected to NKN network (national Knowledge net Work)which is free of cost from Inflibnet. A daily average of 210 numbers of users utilized IT facilities.The annual collection of Internet user fees comes to Rs. 2, 70,0001- (approximate.)
Current periodicals & Journals Section.
During the year 52 Indian periodicals and 5 Foreign Journals were procured in different subjects.40 Popular magazines and 17 News papers in three languages were also subscribed. A goodnumber of journals were also received as gift. The section has been accessed by a large numberof users.
Acquisition Section
During the year, 705 Books were purchased for the Library. Also 17 books were received as gift.
Reference Section.
A separate section for Reference Books is housed in the first floor. Large number of readingmaterials is arranged for the competitive carrier development purpose also.
Text Book Section
Text Books In different subjects are arranged according to the DDC Classification.
Technical Section
Cataloging and Classification process is done using the SOUL Software by Inflibnet. Also manualcatalogue is made available for the access of the users.
Reprographic Service
The Photocopying service available in the Campus Library is widely used by the students of theCampus.
Property Counter
A property counter with token system and additional Casual Labourer and permanent SecurityStaff is introduced in shift system in the Campus library.
Professional Training
Smt. Jayalatha V.G and Sri. R. Rajesh Kumar (Technical Assts.), participated in the EEE onlinetraining at YMCA Hall, Trivandrum
Library Week Celebrations
An essay Competition on "Reading in the Cyber Era was conducted by the University CampusLibrary in connection with the 'Library Week 2012' celebrations. In this Competition Miss. Sreeja.R.S (Dept. of Malayalam), Sri. Anas. N (Dept. Of political Science, Miss. Arathy S. Nair, (Dept.of Economics) was awarded 1st, 2nd & 3rd Prizes respectively. Miss. Rakhi. S.D (Dept. ofMathematics), Miss. Anupama V.K (Dept. of Malayalam) was awarded with consolation prizes.
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Award Meeting
The Cash prizes & Memento were distributed to the winners m the Essay Competition by Dr.Atchutsankar S, Nair (Honary Director, Bio- Informatics) .Dr. KP. Vijay Kumar (Head DUS),
presided over the function.
User Awareness Program
Campus library organized User Awareness Programme for the Freshers in the Campus on 23rdNovember 2012 aiming at the promotion of maximum readership. The first session of the serieswas inaugurated by Dr. K.P. Vijay Kumar (Hon. Director, Center for Information Literacy Studies& HOD DLIS). Dr. Atchutsankar S, Nair (Honary Director, Bio· Informatics) interacted with theparticipants. More than 150 users attended the program.
Library Collection
Campus Library has a total collection of books 15279. The library has a holding of 5 foreignperiodicals and 92 Indian Periodicals (including popular magazines).
No. of books during the year 2012 - 14274
No. of books added this year - 705
No. of Indian Periodicals - 52
No. of Foreign Periodicals - 5
Popular Magazines - 40
No. of dailies
English - 6
Malayalam - 9
Tamil - 2
Periodicals added in the Year 2012-2013 - 16
Staff
Deputy librarian - Hamsa. A
Duty librarians - T.S. SreekumaryC.Madhusoodhanakurup
Other Professional Staff - 5 (2 on work arrangement toICKS & Arabic Department) 2
Office Staff - 2
Other Staff - Two Library Assistants (On contract)One Photostat operator (On contract)
Papers presented/Accepted for presentation in seminars/conferences/
1. Obey Koshy and M. Abdul Khadar, “Optical and electrical properties of nanostructured ZnO thinfilms composed of ZnO nanorods”, presented in the Kerala Science Congress, Rubber Board,Kottayam, January 29-31, 2012
2. Neethu Hari, Tincy K Thomas and A. Jayakumaran Nair, “Comparative study on the syntheticaction of green and chemically synthesized silver nanoparticles with â – lactam penem antibiotics”– presented in the International Conference on Recent Advances and Challenges in Biotechnology,NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte University, Udupi during 28- , 2012
3. Sajid Babu and M. Abdul Khadar, “Deposition of nanostructured CdSe thin films and theircharacterization” - accepted for poster presentation in the NANO INDIA-2013 conference to beheld at CSIR-NIIST, Trivandrum during February 19-20, 2013
Ph. D thesis submitted from the Centre
Mr. Obey Koshy, Research Scholar of the Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology submittedhis Ph. D thesis entitled “Optical and electrical properties of nanostructured ZnO thin films tothe University of Kerala in July, 2012.
This is the first Ph. D thesis from the Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
Upgradation of the Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology to a University Department
The University has decided to upgrade the Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology to aUniversity Department.
Other noteworthy events
The Honorary Director (Dr. M. Abdul Khadar) presented an invited lecture for the short termtraining program on Recent Trends in Nanotechnology for teachers of engineering colleges in thestate sponsored by the Directorate of Technical Education and organised by the College ofEngineering, Thiruvananthapuram during 03-08, December, 2012
STUDY ON COST OF CULTIVATION OF PRINCIPAL CROPS IN KERALA
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS, UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM,THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No. 0471-2308309, 2418773
Head of the Department : Dr .A..K.Prasad, Director
Officers
Field Officer : Indulekha.P.T(Field Officer in charge)
Statistician : Indulekha .P.T
Technical Staff
Regional Supervisors : 3
Economic Investigators/Computers : 33
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Noteworthy Events
The Scheme” Study on Cost of Cultivation of Principal Crops in Kerala” is a component ofCentral Sector Plan Scheme “Studies on Inputs for Agricultural Economic Policy and Development”.It is successfully functioning in Kerala University since 1970.
Under the Comprehensive Scheme “Study on Cost of Cultivation of Principal Crops in Kerala”vital data on cost of cultivation/production of three major crops grown in Kerala state viz. Paddy,Coconut and Pepper are collected from 30 villages by posting full time Economic Investigatorswho stays in the village and collect data on cost accounting method.
The data collected by the Economic Investigators are thoroughly scrutinized by Regional Supervisorsand transmitted to the Head Office at Kariavattom, where the data is entered into the PersonalComputers by the Computers, all under the guidance of Statistician and Field Officer.
The error free data is finally transmitted to the Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Ministry ofAgriculture, Government of India, for generating cost estimates which are used for framinggovernment’s agricultural price policy.
The minimum support prices of various agricultural commodities are fixed by the Government onthe basis of the recommendations made by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices(CACP) based on the above estimates generated by the Directorate of Economics and Statistics,Government of India using the data supplied by the Cost of Cultivation Scheme in the country.
The support price for Copra is fixed by generating estimates using the data collected with theScheme. Besides generating cost estimates for framing price policy, the data collected under thisScheme is also used by Research Scholars, M.A. & M.Phil students and Teachers of this universityand outside Universities with the concurrence of the sponsoring body.
During 2012 the data has been transmitted on October 2012.
Head of the Department: Dr. S. V. Sudheer, Director
Strength of Participants as on 31-12-2012 (University/College Teachers)
No. Name of courses No. of courses Male Female Total
1. Orientation Programmes 5 99 153 252
2. Refresher Courses 14 275 250 525
3. Short Term Programmes 5 79 62 141
4. Principals Meet 2 74 50 124
Total 26 527 515 1042
A very brief report of the participation of Teachers in conferences/Seminars etc.
Orientation Programmes, Refresher Courses and Short Term Programmes are conducted forUniversity/College teachers throughout the year as per the UGC guidelines. Seminars are beingconducted as a part of each programme.
Other note worthy events
The UGC - ASC, University of Kerala has been selected as the No. 1 instituted in the countryconducting highest number of courses and training highest number of participants. This was
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announced at the two day All India Directors Meet of ASC’s held at Pondicherry University on28st & 29nd April 2011. This institution has been performing as the topper institution in the countryfor the past 8 years.
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY AND BIOINFORMATICS
Head of the Department : Dr. Achuthasankar S. Nair
Faculty:
Adjunct Professors : 2
Emeritus Professor : 1
Lecturers (on contract) : 4
Library Assistant (on contract) : 1
SIUCEB Project Staff : 3
Courses Offered:
PhD in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
MPhil (Bioinformatics) 10 seats (7th batch in 2012)
MPhil (Computer Aided Drug Design) 10 seats (started in 2012)
MSc (Computational Biology) 10 seats (5th batch in 2012)
Postdoctoral- 1
1. General
The Centre for Bioinformatics, established in 2005 and upgraded as the Department of ComputationalBiology and Bioinformatics in 2011, is a new generation inter-disciplinary as well as multi-disciplinaryteaching & research department of University of Kerala. In 2010, Centre for Systems and SyntheticBiology and in 2012, a Centre for Venom Informatics have been established as a part of thisDepartment.The State Inter University Centre of Excellence in Education (SIUCEB) co-existsseamlessly with the Department. The major achievements and developmental activities of theDepartment of Computational Biology and Bioinformatics in 2012 are as follows:
· Attracted funding of 6.9crores from MHRD, Govt. of India for establishing Centre of Excellencein Computer Aided Drug Design and Ayur Informatics.
· Established a new Centre for Venom Informatics.
· Conducted Bioinformatica Indica- 2012, an International Symposium.
· Conducted Bioinformatics National Certification Examination 2012.
· Implemented Dewy Decimal Classification Scheme in the library.
· Launched two online bioinformatics tools: LOCOPROT, HUBCENTER.
· Launched the DCB YouTube channel.
· Submitted 13 entries to international bio-data bases.
· Conducted National Symposium on Soft Computing & Computational Synthetic Biology.
· Delivered consultancy services to M/s Biothera, Eagan- Minnesota, U.S.A.
· Dr. Achuthsankar S. Nair won the Indian National Science Academy Best Teacher Award.
· Dr.Achuthsankar S. Nair also won NavarasamSangeethaSabha Award for Music Research.
An excellent collection of over 2055 books on Bioinformatics and allied areas are available at theDepartment. The Department library runsa fully automated digitally secured library software knownas Bookface, which merges the features of social networking and common library management
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software. It is a face book of books and library users. Users can tag, like and comment on theirfavorite books. They can maintain their bookshelves and thus archive their reader life. This innovativesoftware is aimed at transforming the library to a futuristic people-centric library. The total numberof books issued during the year was 1367.For MSc students, average readership is 23.57books/student. For MPhil students, average readership is 16.68 books/ student and for researchers, theaverage readership is 13.81 books/ student.MrShinu V., of MPhil Bioinformatics was selected asreader of the year for his maximal library usage.
The Department maintains a rich and well updated, professionally designed web site of internationalstandards at dcb.keralauniversity.ac.in. A faculty web site also is maintained likewise at http://achu.keralauniversity.edu.
As a part of enhancing amenities, an eco-friendly hall named “HarithaRathnakaram” has beenerected and classes are held in this hall in a traditional manner. A shuttle court also has been set upand is being used on a daily basis by members of the Department which goes a long way inensuring good human relations. In addition to fellowship schemes of the University and Governments,the faculty members and senior researchers provide 5 full-fees scholarships to masters/MPhilstudents, from their own pocket.
2. Research
Research publications continue to be modest, but growing. Best citation achieved so far is 40.Good impact factor publications are close to 15 so far (Impact factor from 1 to 4). Current researchareas are Genomic & Proteomic Digital Signal Processing, Chaos Game Theory in Bioinformatics,Bio-sequence Analysis (Protein trafficking, Exon prediction,Hubness and Knotednesscharacterization of proteins, small gene identification), Allosteric proteins,Computational SyntheticBiology, Molecular modeling & drug design, Bio-sequence compression, Venom informatics.
The project on Snake Venom Detection Biosensor (SVDB) provides a system and method fordetecting quantitative extent of envenomation and to monitor the venom clearance from the bodyusing species specific diagnostic biosensor. Using this technology we can determine dose ofmonovalent Anti-snake Venom (ASV) required to be administered to the victims bitten by poisonoussnake. The digital electronic circuitry has been developed and tested and the bio-chemistry-electronicsinterface is under development.
To complement the insilicoresearch going on at the Department, a well equipped microbiologyand bioelectronics lab has been set up. This provides complete research facility for microbiology,molecular biology, phytochemistry, bioelectronics and clinical studies. Snake venom detection bio-sensor development, miRNA validation, CR-3 receptor agonist’s longevity study and bio-activecompound isolation are some of the major projects that are on. With the establishment of the wetlab, a long felt balance of biology and informatics has been achieved.
The following is the current student strength of the PhD programme:
PhDs awarded during 2012 : 2
PhDs submitted during 2012 : 2
Synopsis submitted during 2012 : 6
Ongoing guidance : 15
Post-doctoral Research : 1
The center also has four external research supervisors (i) Dr. V.S. Sugunan (ii) Dr. M.RadhakrishnaPillai (iii) Dr. E. V. Soniyaand (iv)Dr. Vinod Chandrain addition to the services of Dr.Achuthsankar S. Nair and Dr. Pawan K. Dhar.
3. Publications
1. BaharakGoli, Achuthsankar S. Nair, “The Elusive short Gene-An Ensemble Method for Recognitionfor Prokaryotic Genome”, Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications,Vol.422(1),pp. 36-41,2012.
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2. SarithaNamboodiri, Alessandro Giuliani, Achuthsankar S. Nair, Pawan K.Dhar, “Looking for asequence based allostery definition: A statistical journey at different resolution scales”, Journal ofTheoretical Biology, Vol. 304, pp.211-218, Jul 2012.
3. SilpaBhaskaran, Achuthsankar S. Nair, Umesh P.,”Cell phenomena are reminiscent of electriccircuits”, IEEE Potentials (To appear in 2013).
4. BinuS., Soumya S. J., Sudhakaran P. R., “Metabolite control of angiogenesis: angiogenic effect ofcitrate”, Journal of Physiology and Biochemistry, Nov 20, 2012[Epub ahead of print].
5. Soman S., Raju. R, Sandhya V. K, Advani. J, Khan A. A., Harsha H. C., Prasad T. S., SudhakaranP. R., Pandey A, Adishesha P. K., “A multicellular signal transduction network of AGE/RAGEsignaling”, Journal of Cell Communication and Signaling, Nov 19, 2012. [Epub ahead ofprint].
6. Radhika A., Sudhakaran P. R., “Upregulation of macrophage-specific functions by oxidized LDL:lysosomal degradation-dependent and -independent pathways”, Molecular and CellularBiochemistry,doi: 10.1007/s11010-012-1459-8. 372(1-2):181-90. [Epub 2012 Sep 30].
7. Abdul RahimanAnusha, Vinod Chandra S. S., “Prediction of Antisense Oligonucleotides usingStructural and Thermodynamic Motifs”, Bioinformation, Vol. 8(23), pp. 1162-1166, Nov 2012.
8. Amjesh R., Achuthsankar S. Nair and Sugunan V.S., “Diversity of Hepatitis C Virus in southernIndia based on 5’UTR sequence”,Indian Journal of Virology,Vol. 23(3), pp. 349-353, (2012)
9. AmjeshR., Achuthsankar S. Nair and Sugunan V.S., “Structure based virtual screening for Allostericsite binding inhibitors of Hepatitis C Virus RNA dependent RNA Polymerase”,Bioinformation,Vol. 8(15), pp. 716-719, 2012.
10. Aswathi B.L., BaharakGoli, Achuthsankar S. Nair, “A Novel Algorithm for Prediction of HubProteins from Amino acid sequences in Eukaryotic proteome using global Amino acid features”,Advances in computing and information technology– Springer, Vol. 198 , pp.204-211, 2012.
11. Aswathi B.L., BaharakGoli, RenganayakiGovindarajan, and Achuthsankar S. Nair, “A NovelAlgorithm for Prediction of Hub Proteins from primary structure in Eukaryotic proteome using Di-peptide compositional skew information and Amino acid sequence likeness”, Prospects inBioscience: Addressing the issues – Springer, pp. 31-33, 2012.
12. Aswathi B.L., BaharakGoli, RenganayakiGovindarajan and Achuthsankar S. Nair, “A Novel algorithmfor Hub protein identification in Prokaryotic proteome using Di-peptide composition andHydrophobicity ratio”, Eco-friendly Computing and Communication Systems Communicationsin Computer and Information Science – Springer, Vol. 305, pp. 204-211, 2012.
13. BaharakGoli, Aswathi B.L., Achuthsankar S. Nair , “A Novel Algorithm for Prediction of ProteinCoding DNA from Non-coding DNA in Microbial Genomes Using Genomic Composition andDinucleotide Compositional Skew”,Advances in computing and information technology–Springer, Vol. 198 , pp. 535-542, 2012.
14. M.Manju, M. A.Akbarsha, O. V.Oommen, “In vivo protective effect of dietary curcumin in fishAnabas testudineus(Bloch)”,Fish Physiology and Biochemistry, Vol. 38(2), pp. 309-318, 2012.
15. R. Kotharambath, D. J. Gower, O. V.Oommen and M.Wilkinson,”A third species ofGegeneophisPeters (Amphibia: Gymnophiona: Indotyphlidae) lacking secondary annular grooves”,Zootaxa, Vol. 3272, pp.26–34, 2012.
16. R. Kotharambath, M. Wilkinson, O.V. Oommen, S. George, R.A. Nussbaum and D.J. Gower, “Onthe systematics, distribution and conservation status of IchthyophislongicephalusPillai, 1986 (Amphibia:Gymnophiona: Ichthyophiidae)”, Journal of Natural History, Vol.46, pp. 2935-2959, 2012.
17. D. Sajilal, “Spectral Analysis of Projection Histogram for Enhancing Close matching characterRecognition in Malayalam”, International Journal of Computer Science and InformationTechnology, Vol.4(2), pp.141-147, 2012.
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18. D. Sajilal, “Compression and Pattern Recognition by Transform and Conquer Strategy”,Communications of the Computer Society of India, Vol.35(12), pp.13-14, 2012.
19. D. Sajilal, “Content-Based Image Retrieval”, Communications of the Computer Society ofIndia, Vol.35(13), pp.6-7, 2012.
20. D. Sajilal and A. S. Nair, “Approximate/Fuzzy String Matching using Mutation Probability Matrices”,Communications of the Computer Society of India (CSI), Vol.35(14), pp.10-12, 2012.
21. BaharakGoli, Aswathi B.L., Achuthsankar S. Nair, “Naïve Bayes Based Classification for ShortMicrobial Genes Using Chaos Game Representation”, Prospects in Bioscience: Addressingthe issues – Springer, pp. 33-36, 2012.
22. BaharakGoli, Aswathi B.L., Achuthsankar S. Nair , “New Feature Vector for Recognition of ShortMicrobial Genes”, Eco-friendly Computing and Communication Systems Communications,Computer and Information Science – Springer, Vol. 305, pp. 222-229, 2012.
23. Anju C.P., Anusooya N.J., Deepasree M., Deepak O.M., Krishnan Namboothiri P.K., “De Novodesigning of HDAC inhibitors in cancer therapy”, International Journal of PharmaceuticalSciences and Health Care,Vol. 4, pp. 59-66, Aug 2012.
24. BaharakGoli, Aswathi B.L., Chinu Joy, Achuthsankar S. Nair, “New feature Vector for Recognitionof Short Microbial Genes”, Eco-friendly Computing and Communication SystemsCommunications, Computer and Information Science, Vol. 305, pp. 222-229, 2012.
25. Aswathi B. L., Achuthsankar S. Nair, Pawan K. Dhar, “Sequence based feature vectors forpredicting protein Hubness”, Proceedings of Bioinformatica Indica 2012, Thiruvananthapuram,p.27, Jan. 12-14, 2012.
26. SilpaBhaskaran, K.V. Venkatesh,”System level analysis of activator/repressor motifs to regulatethe transcriptional process”, Proceedings of Bioinformatica Indica 2012, Thiruvananthapuram,p.50, Jan. 12-14, 2012.
27. Sunitha P., Dileep Kumar R., Vinod Chandra S. S., Sugunan V. S., Pawan K. Dhar, Oommen V.Oommen, “Analysis of characteristic features and motifs of microRNA sequences: a computationalapproach”, Proceedings of Bioinformatica Indica 2012, Thiruvananthapuram, p.54, Jan. 12-14, 2012.
28. Umesh P., Vinod Kumar P., Pawan K. Dhar, Achuthsankar S. Nair, “An algebraic system forSystems and Synthetic biology”, ProceedingsofBioinformatica Indica 2012,Thiruvananthapuram, p.56, Jan. 12-14, 2012.
29. Anaswara Krishnan S., Dileepkumar R., Anoop P. K., Oommen V. Oommen,”Ethno-botanicalsurvey of medicinal plants for the treatment of snakebites used by Kani tribes in Kallar-Ponmudiregion of Western Ghats”, Proceedings of BIODIV 2012, Pandalam, p.18, Jan. 17-19, 2012.
30. Anaswara Krishnan S., Dileepkumar R., Oommen V. Oommen “Aristolochia Indica, Plant anti-dote to replace serum therapy for snake bite treatment”,Proceedings of 24th Kerala ScienceCongress, Kottayam, p. 569, Jan. 29-31, 2012.
31. D. Sajilal, Achuthsankar S. Nair, “Close-matching Malayalam Character Recognition Using SupportVector Machine Trained on Fourier Spectrum of Projection Histogram Signals”, Proceedings ofthe International Conference on Emerging Technology Trends in Advanced EngineeringResearch (ICETT 2012), Kerala, Feb. 20-21, 2012. (Received best paper award)
32. D. Sajilal,Achuthsankar S. Nair, “Prototype of a Log-odds Scoring Matrix for Approximate/FuzzyString Matching in Malayalam”, Proceedings of the International Conference on EmergingTechnology Trends in Advanced Engineering Research (ICETT 2012), Kerala, Feb. 20-21, 2012.
33. KashyapChhatbar, Umesh P., Karthika R. V., PawanK. Dhar, Achuthsankar S. Nair, “Quantificationof promoter strength from sequence analysis”, Proceedings of BioinformaticaIndica 2012,p.36, Jan. 12-14, 2012.
35. Priyadarsini P., Umesh P., Pawan K.Dhar, Achuthsankar S. Nair, “Modular assembly of biologicaldevices: towards Digital Biology”, Proceedings of Bioinformatica Indica 2012,Thiruvananthapuram, p.45, Jan. 12-14, 2012.
36. Priya Das, Dileep Kumar R., Divya L., Oommen V. Oommen, Achuthsankar S. Nair, ”Ants as afactory in a factory: Insights from behavior to chemical interactions”,Proceedings ofBioinformatica Indica 2012, Thiruvananthapuram, p.44, Jan. 12-14, 2012.
37. Shidhi P. R., Sheeba K., Pawan K. Dhar, “Predicting functional elements from Non–coding DNAs”,Proceedings of Bioinformatica Indica 2012, Thiruvananthapuram, p.49, Jan. 12-14, 2012.
38. DeepthiVarughese, Vipin Thomas, Pawan K. Dhar, “Making Novel Peptides from Non-CodingRegions of Drosophila Melanogaster Genome”, Proceedings of Bioinformatica Indica 2012,Thiruvananthapuram, p.32, Jan. 12-14, 2012.
39. Navya Raj, Vipin Thomas, Pawan K. Dhar, “Study of non-natural peptides as potential therapeuticagents”, Proceedings of Bioinformatica Indica 2012, Thiruvananthapuram, p.40, Jan. 12-14, 2012.
40. Navya Raj, Vipin Thomas, Pawan K. Dhar, “Therapeutic Potential of non-natural peptides; possiblerole as peptide vaccine candidates for Alzheimer’s disease: A case study”, Proceedings of theInternational Conference on Advances in Biological Sciences, Kannur, p.43, Mar. 15-17,2012.
41. Shidhi P. R., DeepthiVarughese, Vipin Thomas, Navya Raj, Pawan K.Dhar, “PredictingPeptide Mimics from Intergenic regions”, Proceedings of the International Conference onAdvances in Biological Sciences, Kannur, p. 48, Mar. 15- 17 2012.
42. Sunitha P., Sugunan V. S., Oommen V. Oommen, “Analysis of microRNA network topology inEukaryotes”, Proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in BiologicalSciences, Kannur, pp.283-284, Mar. 15-17, 2012.
43. Umesh P., Pawan K.Dhar, Achuthsankar S. Nair, “Towards Computational Engineering ofBiosensor”, Proceedings of International Conference on Advances in Biological Sciences,p. 52, Mar. 2012.
44. Amjesh R., Achuthsankar S. Nair and Suganan V.S., “Enhancement of potency and bio-availabilityof Epigallocatechin-Gallate and its semi synthetic derivatives as a putative drug against HepatitisC Virus”, Proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Biological Sciences,Kannur, p.139, Mar. 15-17, 2012.
45. Anaswara Krishnan S., Dileep Kumar R., Vipin Thomas and OommenV.Oommen. “Interaction ofbioactive compounds against snake venom phospholipase A2s- A molecular dockingapproach”,International Conference on Advances in Structural Biology, Kannur,pp. 36-37,Mar. 15-17, 2012.
46. Biji C.L., Achuthsankar S. Nair, Sudhakaran P.R., “The Use of S Transform in Bio-SequenceAnalysis” Proceedings of the National Conference on Applied Linear Algebra & TransformTechniques, Thiruvananthapuram, pp.91-98, Jul. 10-11, 2012.
47. Anaswara Krishnan S., Dileep Kumar R., Oommen V. Oommen “Scientific validation ofOphiorrhizamungosLinn. – a phyto-antidotes for Snakebite used by Kani tribes of South WesternGhats”, Proceedings 22thSwadeshi Science Congress, Kasaragod, p. 129, Nov. 6-8, 2012.
4. Scholarly Articles
1. Achuthsankar S. Nair wrote a series of articles on the socio-cultural-historic and environmentalaspects of Karamana riverin Trivandrum titled -”And quiet flows the Karamana” in The Hindu:“Bridging past and present” (Sep. 13, 2012), “Journey of the river” (Sep. 20, 2012),”Stream of
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music”(Sep. 27, 2012), “Bank of monuments” (Oct. 4, 2012), “Guardian angels of the river” (Oct.
11, 2012), “Tapping the river” (Oct. 18, 2012), “The rise and flow of Killi” (Oct. 25, 2012), “The
green river”(Nov. 1, 2012), “The river wild” (Nov. 8, 2012), “Karamana chronicles” (Nov. 15,
2012), “Tracing the River”(Nov. 22, 2012).
2. Achuthsankar S.Nair wrote a series of articles- “BrainStorm”-in Mathrubhumi Arogyamasika
3. Achuthsankar S. Nair wrote a series of articles in Communications of the Computer Society ofIndia- “Green Computing” (Vol. 35(11), p. 40, Feb. 2012), “Will a Yottabyte Quench Our Thirst?”
(Vol. 35(12), p. 33, Mar. 2012), “Haven’t You Put Your Head in the Freezer Yet?” (Vol. 36(1), p.
33, Apr. 2012), “Graphic Texting” (Vol. 36(2), p. 37, May 2012), “Upload India, Upload…” (Vol.36(4),
p.32, Jul.2012)
4. Achuthsankar S. Nair, “tIcf¯nse CþKth¬kn\v 25 hbÊv, InfoKairali, Vol. 14(0), pp.
18-20 Aug. 20125. Umesh P wrote series of articles in Communications of the Computer Society of India-”Tasting
Python”(Vol. 35(10), p. 21, Jan. 2012), “Python in Control” (Vol. 35(11), p. 29, Feb. 2012),
“Engineer’s Python” (Vol. 35(12), p. 27, Mar. 2012), “Scientific twist of Python” (Vol. 36(1), p. 23,
Apr. 2012), “Plotting with Python” (Vol. 36(2), p. 12, May.2012), “Function, Exception, and Error
Handling” (Vol. 36(3), p. 28, Jun.2012), “Read and Write Using Python” (Vol. 36(4), p. 29,Jul.2012),
“GUI Design with Python” (Vol. 36(5), p. 28, Aug.2012), “CGI python” (Vol. 36(6), p. 24, Sep. 2012), “Image Processing with Python” (Vol. 36(9), pp. 23-24, Dec. 2012).
9. Pawan K. Dhar wrote series of articles titled “Virtual Cell” in Nature India–”Making a virtual
heart” (Jan. 2012), “Making a virtual human liver” (Feb. 2012), “Computing human skin” (Mar.
2012), “Computing human brain”, (Apr. 2012).
10. Pawan K.Dhar, “Designing organisms – the new science of synthetic biology” Biospectrum, 27
Sep. 2012.
11. Hareesh N. Nampoothiri wrote series of articles in Communications of the Computer Society ofIndia- “Desi Language Computing - on the Rise!” (Vol. 36(2), pp. 5-8, May. 2012), “Distance
Units in CSS3” (Vol. 36(4), pp. 25-27, Jul. 2012), “Let’s do LESS” (Vol. 36(5), pp.16-17, Aug.
2012), “Digital Restoration of Analog Audio” (Vol. 36(7), pp. 25-27, Oct. 2012).
12. Hareesh N. Nampoothiri, “Classical rendezvous”, The Hindu - Friday Review, 07 Dec. 2012.
13. Hareesh N. Nampoothri, “KqKnÄtUmIvkns\ Hcp kÀtÆ Sqfm¡mw”, Media -A Bilingual
Monthly Journal of the Kerala Press Academy, Vol. 1(7), pp. 23-26, Oct. 2012.
14. Hareesh N. Nampoothri, wrote series of articles in InfoKairali Computer Magazine-
“]pXpaItfmsS Pn¼v 2.8”, (Vol. 14(7), pp. 44-46, Jun. 2012, “kvamÀ«vt^mWpIfnse
B³t{UmbnUv ]cnjvIcWw”, Vol. 14(9), pp. 36-39, Aug. 2012), “KqKnÄ Xnc¨nense
kq{X¸WnIÄ”, (Vol. 14(10), pp. 44-47, Sep. 2012,
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15. Hareesh N. Nampoothri, wrote series of articles on Digital Photography in InfoKairali Computer
1. Achuthsankar S. Nair, Umesh P., “Bioinformatics” (Malayalam), DC Books, 2012, ISBN: 978-81-264-3505-0.
6. Video Productions
1. Started an official YouTube channel of Dept. of Computational Biology & Bioinformatics, Universityof Kerala on Oct 12, 2012.
2. Produced an educational video on Bioinformatics titled ‘A flavor of Bioinformatics’. The video isavailable on DVD as well as on DCB YouTube channel. [URL: http://www.youtube.com/user/TubeDCB
7. Events/ Seminars/ Courses coordinated at Department of Computational Biology &Bioinformatics
1. The State Inter-University Centre of Excellence in Bioinformatics, University of Kerala organized thethird edition of biannual International Symposium, BioinformaticaIndica 2012, on 12-14th Jan 2012.
2. Research paper writing workshop conducted on Feb 17th, 2012.
3. An interdisciplinary talk on “Media Studies” delivered by Prof. M. Vijayakumar, Professor andformer Head of the Department of the Dept of Communication & Journalism, University of Keralaon 22nd Feb 2012.
4. A talk on “European Education & Erasmus Mundus Program” by Dr. Anna Lindberg, Directorof Erasmus Mundus at Lund University, Swedan, on 14th Mar 2012.
5. A talk on “Research in Informatics” by Dr. LaxmiNarasimhan, Professor, East Carolina University,USA on 17th Apr 2012.
6. An interdisciplinary talk on “Koothu&Koodiyattom” by Sri. PainkulamNarayanaChakyar (Arecipient of the Kerala SangeethaNataka Academy Award) on May 14th 2012.
7. One/Fun day – for fostering creativity and Science among school children was conducted on19th May 2012.
8. Celebrated the World Environmental Day as “Harithadhinam” and was inaugurated by the Smt.Sugathakumari Teacher on Jun 5th 2012.
9. Alan Turing Memorial Talk bySatishBabu, President, Computer Society of India, on 26th Jun 2012.
10. One day seminar on “Biological Data Curation” was organized by DBT- BIF center jointly withSciGenom Labs Pvt. Ltd., on Jul 7th 2012.
11. A talk on “Pubmed: Tips and Hints” by Dr. ShubhadaNagarkar, from University of Pune, on 9th Jul2012.
12. A talk on “Chinese Character Recognition” by TianJipeng, a research scholar from MysoreUniversity, on 13th Jul 2012.
13. A talk on the “Coupled Human & Nature System” by Dr. Udayasankar S. Nair, University ofAlabama, HuntsVille on 28th Jul 2012.
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14. A talk on “World as a Laboratory” by Dr. Shaji Krishnan from TNO, Netherland, on 22nd Aug2012.
15. Two week induction programme was conducted for new MSc students from Oct 1-10th 2012.
16. “Theepetti Fest: A Science Creativity event for children” was conducted on Oct 12th 2012.
17. Talk on “Developing Soft skills” by Ms. Anju A, Assistant Professor, TKM Institute of Management,Kollam on Oct 16th 2012.
18. Interdisciplinary talk on “Parapsychology” by Prof. George Mathew on Oct 16th 2012.
19. A workshop on “Spoken Tutorial for Python” jointly with IIT Bombay during 1-14th Nov 2012.
20. A talk on “Soft Skills” Dr.Muralikrishnan T.R., Associate Professor, Department of English, MESCollege, Marampally, on 9th Nov 2012.
21. An interdisciplinary lecture demo on Bharatanatyam by Sri. RamaVaidyanathan(A recipient of theprestigious ‘Kalai-Maamani’ award) on Nov 30th, 2012.
22. Two-day National Symposium on “Soft Computing & Computational Synthetic Biology”, organizedby DBT-BIF on Dec 7th – 8th 2012.
8. Talks
8a. Talks delivered by Dr. Achuthsankar S. Nair
1. A talk on “Bioinspired Computing”, in EPSICON at Trichur on Jan 5th, 2012.
2. A Talk on Research Writing at the Workshop on Research Methodology organized by Centre forEngineering Research and Development(CERD) College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuramon Jan 7th, 2012.
3. A talk on “Innovation, Creativity and IP” at the Seminar on IPR organized by KSCSTE and UITat Thiruvananthapuram on Jan 10th, 2012.
4. A talk on “Computational Biology, Bioinformatics and New Biology” BioinformaticaIndica 2012,on Jan 12 to14th 2012.
5. A keynote address on “Computing in New Biology” at the National Conference on Computing andCommunication Paradigms & Bioinformatics, organized by School of Computer Sciences at MGUniversity, Kottayam on Jan 17th, 2012.
6. A talk on “Electronics Insightfully” at SN Sanskrit School at Paravoor, on Jan 18th, 2012.
7. A talk on “Multiple Intelligence in Science Education” at UGC sponsored Seminar organized byMES College, Marapally, Aluva on Jan 19th, 2012.
8. A talk on “Creativity” in the one day seminar organized by the Institute of Parliamentary affairs atNSS HSS, Choorakode, Adoor on Jan 21st, 2012.
9. A talk on “Visual Mathematics” at the seminar organized by the College of Engineering, Adoor onJan 21st, 2012.
10. A talk on “Computational Drug Design”, a seminar organized by the SriLankan Association forAdvancement Science at the University of Colombo on Jan 27th, 2012.
11. A talk on “Computational Sequence Analysis”, at the seminar organized by the SriLankan Associationfor Advancement Science at the University of Jayavardhanapura, Jan 27th, 2012.
12. A talk on “Green Computing” at State School IT Fest 2012 at Technopark on Feb 1st, 2012.
13. A talk on “Technology – A Futuristic perspective” at Inn Opt 12, organized by NEST, Technopark,Thiruvananthapuram on Feb 10th, 2012.
14. Alan M.Turing commemorative lecture at the public meeting in connection with Annual day ofCMS LP School’s 163rd Anniversary at Mundakkayamon Feb 11th, 2012.
15. A talk on “Visual Mathematics” at Anokha Technical Fest organized by AmritaViswaVidhyalayaat Coimbatore on Feb 18th, 2012.
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16. A plenary lecture on “Wither Bioinformatics” at the International Conference Emerging TechnologyTrends in Advanced Engineering Research (ICETT) on Feb 20th, 2012.
17. A talk on “Making a powerful presentation” at Department of Computational Biology andBioinformatics on Feb 27th 2012.
18. A keynote address the National seminar on “Recent trends in Computing”, Dept of ComputerScience and Engineering, Musaliar College of Engineering, Pathanamthitta on Mar 1st 2012.
19. A keynote address at the National conference on computing, organized by CSED at SN GurukulamCollege of Engineering, Kolencheri, on Mar 8th 2012.
20. A talk at the National seminar on “Media in transition-contemporary concerns” organized by EducationalMultimedia Research Center, Dept of Malayalam, University of Calicut, on Mar 28th, 2012.
21. Valedictory address in “ThudiKottiyaNaattuSangeetham”, GrameenaSilpashala, organized by ICKS,Thiruvananthapuram on Mar 29th,2012.
22. Inaugural speech at seminar on “Revival of Free software in Computing (ReFSC-v 1.4)” , organizedby ValiaKoonambaikulathamma College of Engineering & Technology, Chavarcode,Thiruvananthapuram on Apr 16th, 2012.
23. Chaired a session on “ICT Applications & Public Libraries” at a National seminar on ‘Towards anew reading culture’, organized by Raja Ram Mohan Roy Library Foundation at KanakakunnuPalace on Apr 21st,2012.
24. A.K Pujari memorial talk on “Green Computing”, organized by Computer Society of India,Thiruvananthapuram at Institution of Engineers Hall on Apr 28th,2012.
25. Talk on “Pakarppavakasham, VigjanaSwathanthryam, at VikkiSamgamam” organized by IT @school& IT Mission at Kollam on Apr 29, 2012.
26. A talk in plenary session III on “Employee Expectation for Technical Educational Institution” atAICTE sponsored National seminar on “Growing self financing institutions as centers of excellence-Problem & Prospectus” at Thiruvananthapuram on Apr 30th 2012.
27. An inaugural speech and talk on “Soft Computing” at the AICTE sponsored SDP on design ofintelligent systems, organized by AmalJyothi College of Engineering, Kanjirapally on May 3rd 2012.
28. A talk on “Creativity” for School Students at “Maambazhakkalam”, organized byVailopillySamskruthaBhavan, Thiruvananthapuram on May 5th 2012.
29. A keynote address in AICTE sponsored SDP on “Research Methodology”, organized by UCCollege, Aluva on May 14th,2012.
30. A talk on “Planning & Developing your teaching career” at the Faculty Orientation Programme,organized by University College of Applied Sciences, MG University, Kottayam at UCAS,Pullarikkunnu on Jun 9th, 2012.
31. A talk at a workshop on “Art & Science of Googling”, organized for journalist by the Kerala PressAcademy at Kochi on Jun 28th 2012.
32. A talk delivered on “A Sustainable self reliant model for Kerala”, in the seminar as organized byDemocratic Alliance for Knowledge Freedom (DAKF), Thiruvanathapuram on Jul 22nd,2012.
33. A talk at International Seminar on “Gandhian Educational Principles and Practices For the EmergingGlobal Scenario”, organized by Dr. N.P.Pillai Centennial Celebration Committee & SPFERD atKerala Gandhi SmarakNidhi, Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram on Jul 25 – 27th, 2012.
34. A talk at UGC sponsored two day national seminar on “Information & Communication Technologyin Education: Challenges & Innovations”, organized by Karmela Rani Training College, Kollam onAug 8th, 2012.
35. A talk on “Creativity, Research and Knowledge Management” at C-DAC, Thiruvananthapuramon Aug 22nd, 2012.
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36. A Keynote address at the workshop on “Future Perspectives of Education: Opportunities andChallenges”, organized by the Board of Education of Latin Archdiocese of Thiruvananthapuram atJubilee Memorial Animation Centre, Archbishop’s House Campus, Vellayambalam,Thiruvananthapuram on Oct 24th 2012.
37. A talk on “SankethikaVidhyayumMarunnaVidhyabhyasavum” at the two days residentialmanagement training programme organized by State Institute of Educational Management andtraining (SIEMAT), Attakulangara, Thiruvananthapuram on Oct 31st, 2012.
38. A talk on “Quality of Technical Education – Issues and Concerns”, organized by 23rd AnnualConvention of ISTE Kerala Section at SSM Polytechnic College, Tirur on Nov 17th, 2012.
39. Talk on “Archives in the Digital Age” at the seminar organized by the Archives Department of theGovernment of Kerala on the occasion of its Golden Jubilee at V.J.T. Hall, Thiruvananthapuram onNov 28th,2012.
40. A talk on “P G yum Shastra – Chalachitralokavum” organized by CDIT Employees Association atPress Club Conference Hall, Thiruvananthapuram on Dec 5th 2012.
41. A talk on “Insight to Fourier Series” in the National Symposium on Soft Computing and SyntheticBiology at University of Keralaon Dec 7th-8th 2012.
42. Keynote talk on “Science, technology & Society: Emerging Scenario” at 39th Annual Conferenceof Kerala Sociological Society at Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology,Thiruvananthapuram, on Dec 8th, 2012.
43. A talk on “Green Living & Sustainability” at the third international seminar on “Sustainable Utilizationof Tropical plant biomass through Biotechnology - SUPBT 2012”, organized by KVM College ofEngineering & Information Technology on Dec 13-15th, 2012.
44. A Talk on “Green Computing” at the International Conference on Green Technologies –ICGT12,at Mar Baselios College of Engineering and Technology,Thiruvananthapuram, on Dec 19th, 2012.
45. A talk on “Karamanayaar – CharithravumJalaGathaagathavum” organized by International Centrefor Kerala Studies at University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram on Dec 19th,2012.
46. A keynote address in the three day National seminar on “KeralathileUlnaadanJalaGathaakatham-Charithram, Samskkaram, Jaivavaividhyam”, International Centre for Kerala Studies at Universityof Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, on Dec 18-20th,2012.
8b. Talks delivered by Dr. Pawan K. Dhar
1. Talk on “Emerging trends in synthetic biology” at the School of Computational & IntegrativeSciences, JNU, New Delhi on Jan 2012.
2. A Keynote talk on “Computing Biology – From systems analysis to design” at BioinformaticaIndicaon Jan 2012.
3. Talk on Synthetic Biology and Biomediated synthesis of organic chemicals IUPAC – NationalAcademies of Sciences, USA, Speiz Laboratory, Zurich, Feb 2012.
4. Talk on Discovering novel therapeutic peptides and proteins through synthetic biology, BangaloreBio 2012, Feb 2012.
5. Talk on “The future in biology will be computation & engineering” link Intel, Bangalore, Feb 2012.
6. Talk on “Building the foundation of a new biology”, BIfx virtual conference, Mar 2012.
7. Talk on “Making a virtual Cyanobacteria cell”, TERI-DBT International Bioenergy Summit, NewDelhi, Nov 5-6 2012.
8c. Talks delivered by others
1. Dileepkumar.R., Post-doctoral fellow, delivered a talk on “Snake and Venom Informatics-Challengesand Progresses” at Bioinformatica Indica 2012, Thiruvananthapuram on Jan12-14th 2012.
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2. Umesh P., Lecturer,delivered a talk on “Synthetic Biology- Some Computational Plans” on theInternational Symposium, Bioinformatica Indica-2012, Thiruvananthapuram on Jan 12-14th, 2012.
3. Hareesh N. Nampoothiri, Research Scholar, delivered a talk on “New Color Harmonies forDesigners from the Visual Art Forms of Keralam” in the National Conference on ComputingTechnologies, organized by SreeNarayanaGurukulam College of Engineering, Kolencery on Feb9th 2012.
4. Shidhi P. R., Research scholar, delivered a talk on “Computer Aided Drug Designing” at theNational Seminar on Bioinformatics – Concepts, Skills and Applications organized by the Departmentof Zoology, N.S.S College Nemmara, Palakkad on Mar 1st, 2012.
5. Dileepkumar.R., Post-doctoral fellow, delivered a talk on “Nano Bio-sensors-Prospects andChallenges” organized by UGC sponsored National Seminar on Nanobiotechnology: A GlobalPerspective at M.E.S College, Marampally, Kottayam, on Mar 13-14th 2012.
6. Navya Raj, Research Scholar, delivered a talk on “Bioinformatics and its Applications” on theUGC Sponsored one day seminar on Bioinformatics organized by the Department of Biochemistry,NSS College, Pandalam, on Mar 30th, 2012.
7. Dileepkumar.R., Post-doctoral fellow, delivered a talk on “Plants with inhibitory properties againstsnake venom- A molecular approach” National seminar on Agadathanthra-Vasukeeyam 2012 atParassinikkadavu, Kannur on Apr10-12th 2012.
8. Dr.P.R.Sudhakaran, delivered a lecture on Introductory Lecture Series on”Emerging Areas ofBiology” on Jun 4-15th2012.
9. Umesh P along with Dr. Achuthsankar S. Nair delivered a talk on “Searching closesounding Malayalam keywords in Google: A bioinformatics Approach” in the National seminaron Speech Synthesis and Applications organized by Dept. of Linguistics, Linguistic data consortiumfor Indian languages-Mysore, Kerala state IT mission at Thiruvananthapuram on Jul9-11th2012.
10. Umesh Pjointly with Dr. Achuthsankar S. Nairdelivered a talk on “The remains of an Academicuntouchability system and promising signs of transformation” in the National Conference onConverging Disciplines: Canada and India”, organized by the UGC Area Study Centre for CanadianStudies, University of Kerala from Jul 12-13th, Thiruvananthapuram.
11. Hareesh N. Nampoothiri jointly with Dr. Achuthsankar S.Nair, delivered a talk on “Value Additionin Education Experiences through Highly Interactive Multimedia” at Information and CommunicationTechnology in Education: Innovations and Challenges, organized by Karmela Rani Training College,Kollam on Aug 8th 2012.
12. Umesh P., Lecturer, delivered a talk on “Math with Match sticks” (for school students) in the oneday workshop – Theepetti Fest organized at Department of Computational Biology andBioinformatics, University of Kerala on Oct 12th 2012.
13. Hareesh N. Nampoothiri, Research Scholar, delivered two talks titled “Serving theRightDish”and“Communication Aspects of Responsive Web Design (RWD)” at National Conference in ScienceCommunication, organized by Amrita School of Arts &Sciences, Kochi on Oct 16th 2012.
14. Hareesh N. Nampoothri, jointly with Dr. Achuthsankar S. Nair, delivered a talk at two-day NationalSeminar on “\h-am-[y-a-§fpw ae-bm-fn-bpsS kmwkvIm-cnI Pohn-Xhpw”, organized by KNM GovernmentArts & science College,, Kanjiramkulam, Thiruvananthapuram on November 15th, 2012.
15. Rani J. R., Lecturer, delivered a talk on “Bioinformatics Tools” on the TEQIP Sponsored Seminaron Bioinformatics organized by the College of Engineering, Perumon, Kollam on Nov19th, 2012.
16. Sunitha P., Lecturer, delivered a talk on “Nature and scope of Bioinformatics” on the TEQIPSponsored Seminar on Bioinformatics organized by the College of Engineering, Perumon, Kollamon Nov19th, 2012.
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17. Umesh P., Lecturer, delivered a talk on “Why Biologists talk like an Engineer?” on the TEQIPSponsored Seminar on Bioinformatics organized by the College of Engineering, Perumon, Kollamon Nov19th, 2012.
18. Sunitha P, Lecturer, delivered a talk on “Bioinformatics tools and resources for miRNomics”, onNov 26th, in the Workshop on Micro RNA Technology”, organized by the State Inter UniversityCentre for Genomics and Gene Technology, Department of Biotechnology, University of Kerala atThiruvananthapuram on Nov 26 -30th, 2012
19. Umesh P., Lecturer, delivered a talk on “Software can create Hardware- enter Gengineering”, inthe National Symposium on Soft computing and Computational Synthetic Biology atThiruvananthapuram on Dec 7-8th, 2012.
20. Dileepkumar.R., Post-doctoral fellow, delivered a talk on “Molecular methods for Conservation”organized by DBT sponsored National Seminar on Molecular Biology and Conservation at St.Albert’s College, Ernakulam on Dec 14th 2012.
21. Hareesh N. Nampoothiri, Research Scholar, delivered a talk on “Role of New Media in Modern Education”on the UGC Sponsored National Seminar on Quality Concerns in Higher Education Institutions to MeetGlobal Challenges, organized by Holy Cross College, Nagercoil on Dec 14th 2012.
22. Umesh P., Lecturer, delivered a talk on “Android technology” at Department ofComputational Biology and Bioinformatics, University of Kerala on Dec 15th2012.
9. Other Noteworthy Events/ Activities
1. Dr. Achuthsankar S. Nair was conferred the Indian National Science Academy’s Teacher Award2012 at the 76th Anniversary Meeting of the Academy on Dec 29th, 2012. The award carries acitation and a cash prize of Rs 50,000/- and a book grant of Rs. 20,000/-
2. Dr. Achuthsankar S. Nair served as reviewer of BMC Bioinformatics, served as member of thesubcommittee constituted by Govt of Kerala for preparing business plans for setting up KnowledgeCity proposed by Sri. Sam Pitroda, served as a member of the Expert Commmittee meeting fordigitization at University of Kerala, served as a member of Governing Board of the State Instituteof Languages, Govt of Kerala, served as the member of IQAC at University of Kerala.
3. Centre for Venom Informatics, Department of Computational Biology and Bioinformaticsparticipatedin and won Second BEST PAVILION in the First National Biodiversity Expo 2012jointly organised by National Biodiversity Authority, India and Kerala State Biodiversity Board,Govt. of Kerala held on 21-30 Dec2012 at Kanakakkunnu Palace, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
4. With the permission of Forest department, Govt. of Kerala a live demonstration of “Snakes ofKerala”was organized as part of International Symposium, Bioinformatica Indica held atThiruvananthapuram, 12-14th Jan 2012.
10. GenBank Submissions
1. Sequence Accession Number: BankIt1579423 seq1 KC149890: Indian Palm squirrel (threestriped) Melanocortin 1 receptor (MC1R) gene, complete cds., Dileepkumar,R., Oommen,O.V.,Achuthsankar,N.S., Anaswara,K. and Renganayaki, G.
2. Sequence Accession Number: BankIt1580651 seq1 KC149891:Albinic Indian Palmsquirrel Melanocortin 1 receptor (MC1R) gene, complete cds.,Dileepkumar.R., Oommen,O.V.,Achuthsankar,N.S., Anaswara,K. and Renganayaki,G.
10. Sequence Accession Number: BankIt1582901 seq1 KC189867:Melanocortin 1 receptor(MC1R) gene , partial cds - MC1R gene sequence of Color changing hen (Gallus gallus) fromKerala region, India.,Dileepkumar,R., Anaswara,K., Renganayaki,G., Oommen,O.V. andAchuthsankar,N.S.
11. Sequence Accession Number: BankIt1582902 seq1 KC189868: Melanocortin 1 receptor(MC1R) gene, partial cds - MC1R gene sequence of Black hen (Gallus gallus) from Keralaregion, India., Dileepkumar,R., Anaswara,K., Renganayaki,G., Oommen,O.V. andAchuthsankar,N.S.
12. Sequence Accession Number: BankIt1582903 seq1 KC189869: Indian White HenMelanocortin 1 receptor (MC1R) gene, partial cds - MC1R gene sequence of White Hen (Gallusgallus) from Kerala region, India., Dileepkumar,R., Anaswara,K., Renganayaki,G., Oommen,O.V.and Achuthsankar,N.S.
13. Sequence Accession Number: BankIt1582905seq1 KC189870: Indian Brown HenMelanocortin 1 receptor (MC1R) gene , partial cds - MC1R gene sequence of Brown Hen (Gallusgallus) from Kerala, India., Dileepkumar,R., Anaswara,K., Renganayaki,G., Oommen,O.V. andAchuthsankar,N.S.
CENTRE FOR MARINE BIODIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, KARIAVATTOM, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
"Bioprospecting marine organisms for nutraceuticals, medicines and crop protectants" at the NationalTraining on "Naturally occurring nutraceuticals, crop protectants and other biomolecules forapplication in human and crop health", Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, January23 to February 2, 2011.
Harmful algae and Seafood Poisoning, 21.7.2012, XVII Refresher course in Life Science, AcademicStaff College, University of Kerala.
Delivered two lectures i.e., i. Quest for Potential Biological Activities in Indian Marine Biodiversity,ii. Ecology of harmful algal bloom and seafood poisoning along the Indian coast at the LaboratorySouth China Sea Institute of Oceanology, Guangzhou, P.R. China.
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Workshops Attended
National Consultation workshop on "Coastal and Marine Biodiversity: Gaps, Challenges andopportunities" Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Ministry of Environment and Forests, Govt. of India, 11 - 13April 2012
Seminars/ Conferences Attended
K. Padmakumar, Insight into Chemical Ecology of Marine Algae for pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticalsand agrochemicals. In National conference on recent Advances in Algal Biotechnology, CAS inBotany, University of Madras, Chennai held during 16-17, February 2012.
M. Jayakumari, Gigi C. Rajan, P. Jayasandhya, K. Padmakumar, D.E. James. Biological activitiesof selected holothurians from the Kerala coast. International conference on Environmental securityfor Food and Health, Cape Comorin, 16-18 February, 2012.
K. Padmakumar, Changing Environment, Algal Bloom and Seafood Poisoning. Presented inInternational conference on Environmental security for Food and Health, Cape Comorin, heldduring 16-18 February, 2012
K. Padmakumar, Harmful microalgal bloom and health hazards, National Symposium on Prospectsand Retrospects in Microbial Technology, Bharathidasan University, Trichi, held during 17-18February, 2012
Attended "Symposium on Marine Natural Product Drug Discovery" held on November 6th 2012 atthe University of Aberdeen, UK .
Meeting of Board of Studies / Doctoral Committees
Attended BOS in Marine Biotechnology, CUSAT, Kochi held on 16 January, 2012.
Meeting of the Doctoral committee, held on 15 February, 2012 at Division of Medical Biotechnology,School of Biosciences and Technology, VIT University, Vellore.
Research Collaboration
Attended multi institutional workshop on Marine Derived Antimalarials held at CSIR-Institute ofHimalayan Bioresource Technology, Palamphur, HP, 7-9 April, 2012
Visited Pacific Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences Far East Division,Vladivostok, RUSSIA under bilateral collaborative program funded by Department of Science andTechnology, Govt. of India 1-17 March 2012.
Awards honours
Received Commonwealth Academic Fellowship and visited the Marine Biodiscovery Centre,Department of Chemistry, University of Aberdeen, UK during 5 September to 30 November 2012and worked on "A novel approach on bioprospecting for anticancer compounds and assessingchemical diversity of tropical marine organisms". Also visited Natural Products MetabolomicsGroup, Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde forcarrying out part of the research work.
Under International Collaboration/Exchange Program visited Laboratory of Marine Bio-resourcesSustainable Utilization, South China Sea Institute of Oceanology, Guangzhou, P.R. China, during16-30 December 2012 and initiated collaboration on Biodiversity and Natural Products of MarineFauna and Flora of China and India. Also visited School of Pharmacy, Jinan National University,Guangzhou.
Research Project Sanctioned:
For the 12th Plan (2012 - 2017) the research project entitled "Monitoring Harmful algal BloomDynamics and Algal Cyst Mapping Along the Indian Coast" has been sanctioned as part of theMonitoring and Modelling of Marine Ecosystems under the Marine Living Resources Programwith the total cost of Rs. 110 lakhs.
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UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTRE, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
(Phone No. : 0471-2306422 Extn. 315)
The Health Centre is utilising the services of 7 specialists for Internal medicine and Nephrology,Dermatology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynaecology, Dental, Psychology and 8 Medical Officerssupported by 13 Paramedical Staff and Headed by the Hon. Director, Dr. Saroja Nair. The serviceof a permanent Nursing supervisor and Health Information Officer are also available.
This year a total number of 4120 students of various colleges attended the medical check upprogramme. On account of the repair of Health Centre, we have shifted to IMK buildings wherethere is not enough convenience for medical check up of students. As a result the medical check upis lagging.
A staff Health Clinic has been started and is running smoothly in the current year from 10.30 a.m.to 4 p.m. A total number of 1200 staff members utilised various facilities like consultation of doctors,check up of B. P.. Tetenus injection, First aid etc. at the centre.
Nursing Supervisor and Paramedical Staff rendered their Service for the aethletic meet conductedon 20-11-2012 to 22-11-2012 A medical check up for the staff arranged on 23-3-2012 148 Staffmembers attended the Camp. Tests for Liver function, Kidney function, Diabeties, BP, Cholestrol,Thyroid etc. were done in the camp. The results were assessed by the doctors and necessaryprescription and medical advice were imported to the staff members.
Health information programmes like seminars and talks were arranged and conducted at Trivandrum,Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha in 14 Colleges altogether. These programmes were conductedunder the leadership of the Hon. Director along with the Health Information Officer and the Doctorsof the Health Centre. Some other doctors from outside also put in their service. The topics coveredunder the programme are problems of adolesence, stress and strain, youth and healthy life style, lifestyle diseases etc.
Health awareness classes for students couldnot be done due to the lack of space in the centre.
The staff and students are requested to avail the services of our clinical psychologist, for stressrelated and mental problems during speciality clinic timings.
Two meetings were convened for the smooth functioning of the centre. All the doctors andparamedical staff havee participated in the meetings.
UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ALAPPUZHA CENTRE
Principal : Jibini V. KurienNumber of Technology Staff : 21No. of Non-Teaching Staff : 11Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
1. BBA students achieved 100% pass result for the University Examination April 2012.
2. BSc Computer Science Student Kum. Sreekala S secured Second rank of the university examinationApril 2012.
3. M.Sc. students achieved 100% pass result for the University Examination April 2012.
4. Two M.Sc. Computer Science students and four B.Sc. Computer Science got campus selectionand placement in various IT companies.
5. One day seminar on Investor Awareness and Entrepreneural Development Programme wasorganised at the Institute sponsored by Institute of Cost Accountants of India in collaboration withJunior Chamber International Alappuzha Vembanad Lake City Chapter. Inaguration was by Smt.Mercy Diano, Municipal Chairman.
6. One day Seminar on Environmental Awareness was organised at the Institute in association withKerala Forestry Department. Inaguration was by Shri. K. G. Rajan, Asst. Conservator of Forest,Social Forestry Division, Alappuzha.
7. 10 students from BBA, B.Sc. Computer Science and B. Com. Computer Application participatedin Quiz competition organised by BSNL Connecting Youth Campaign.
8. Two students from B. Com. participated in Kerala University Power Lifting Champion and wonfirst and second prizes.
9. Two BBA students had participated in Intercollegiate Elocution Competition organised by JCI incollaboration with English Department of St.Joseph’s College for Women, Alappuzha.
10. Students of all classes celebrated Kerala Piravi and various cultural programmes were organisedby them.
11. Utilisation of fund provided by the University of Kerala, for the purchase of Library books of Rs.60,000/-
12. The Principal encouraged and insisted the teachers to make CD presentation in class rooms andalso the preparation of teaching plan and lecture notes.
13. Frequent departmental and general staff meeting are organized for discussing academic as well aswelfare activities of the students. Effort is also made for the evaluation of performance of teachersthrough self appraisal and also through students' evaluation.
14. Overall academic as well as personality development of students is achieved through the help andsincere involvement and group effort of students, teachers, office staff and mainly the overall helpand co-operation of parents.
15. Every member of UIT Alappuzha Centre - Principal, Faculty Members, Staff and Students of allclasses are given with UIT Identity Cards distinguished with different colours and seal of theinstitute.
16. As part of discipline of dress code, uniform has been introduced for 1st , 2nd and 3rd year BSc, B.Com., BBA & 1st and 2nd year M.Sc. Students.
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Achievements/Events sponsored by PTA
1. Seminars were conducted related to career planning, IT under the sponsorship of outside educationalagencies.
2. Students are given opportunities to participate in management games and Quiz competition organisedin other colleges.
3. As a welfare measure all the class-rooms, Library, Office room Principal’s Chamber, ComputerLab--Painting and repair work executed completely.
4. Class PTA of III, II and I year B.Sc., BBA, and B.Com., MSc II year, totalling 11 Nos, for theevaluation of the academic performance and achievements of students with 100% participation ofParents and Students on different dates.
5. Onam Celebration were organized and executed in grand manner. Various competitions wereconducted and prizes were distributed accordingly.
6. Through placement cell students are provided opportunities to participate in various job fest.
7. Annual Merit Day Celebration was conducted at Municipal Town Hall, Alappuzha, cine artist VinuMohan as the Chief guest. On this occasion institute honoured the tope scores of each class.
The students are encouraged and motivated and also for developing self confidence by providingfacilities to take classes, guidance for extra reading and also for conducting seminars of specifictopics with their interest.
Attempts are also made to evaluate the teacher performance through self appraisal and studentsevaluation.
All these events were possible because of the sincere involvement and initiative taken by theParent Teacher Association (PTA) of UIT Alappuzha Centre.
Finally, all these efforts and commitments and harmonioussinter personal relationship generated apeaceful and progressive academic environment.
The UIT Alappuzha is also exploring new avenues for academic achievements and modernizationof welfare facilities.
UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, KOLLAM CENTRE
Tel : 0474-2798413 E-mall : ultklm 1 @sanchamet. InPrincipal: Shri. Vijayadharan K
Strength of Teaching Staff
Branch Male Female Total
Computer Science 4 6 10
Management 1 2 3
Commerce 2 3 5
Electronics - 1 1
Maths - 1 1
Guest : 1. English 2. Law 1 1 2
Computer Instructors 1 1 2
Courses
UIT Kollam offers three degree courses namely B. Sc, (CS), BBA and B.Com. (CA) and one PG
Course M.Sc. (CS). In addition under IDE, were having MBA and PGDCA during holidays.
1. A Personality development and a soft skill development programme were conducted during thisperiod.
2. Organised a seminar on Knowledge management for BBA students.
3. Organised a seminar on software project management for B. Sc. (CS) & M. Sc. (CS) students.
Other Noteworth events
Celebrations
Onam was celebrated in the centre with much gaiety and enthusiasm. ‘Athapookalam’ competitionwas held. Sports day also celebrated in connection with Onam festival and the toppers were honoured.
UIT Fest:
UIT Fest, Quiz on IT and various cultural programmes were conducted for the students to helpthem to develop their creative capabilities.
Social Service
Various clubs like the Health Club, Nature Club, Red-ribbon Club and Library Club were organized.Gandhi Jayanthi was observed as ‘service day’ by cleaning the campus and the premises of High School.Blood donation camp were conducted.
Placement cell:
The placement cell gave an opportunity for the students to take part in the recruitment process ofreputed organization like HDFC, Life Insurance, Vodafone etc Students were sent for selection inWIPRO, INFOSIS etc.,
Study Tour
Study tours were organized for the 5th Semester students and they visited some Industrial Centresand IT Companies:
PTA
PTA meetings were regularly convened and the meetings held to improve the academic and disciplinedatmosphere of the centre.
UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, NEYYATTINKARA CENTRE
Prof. N. Sadasivan Nair, Principal
The University Institute of Technology, Neyyattinkara Centre was started in 1995. This Centre
offers two courses namely three year B. Sc. Computer Science and three year BBA course. 15
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batches of students has passed out so far. Most of them are either employed or doing post Graduate
courses.
The sanctioned strength for B.Sc. Computer Science is 45 and BBA is 55. Due to heavy rush for
admission to BBA and B.Sc. Computer Science total seats for BBA has enhanced to 60. Lack of
Infrastructure facilities seats for B. Sc. Computer Science could not enhanced. The total strength
of the students of this Institution is 325. The strength of the Teaching Staff including Principal is 14
and Non-teaching staff is 12.
As in the case of previous years, this year also we have good result. Kum. Gayathri won 3rd Rank
in BBA Examination and many students got placement First class.
Four Final year B.Sc. Computer Science students got placement in MNCS and some students are
waiting for placement.
We have two N. S. S. unit. In addition to this Bhoomitra Club, Legal literacy club, Red Ribben club
etc. are functioning very well.
Reporting year we conduct various Seminars and workshop.
B. Sc (CS). - IIIrd Rank, 4 Distinction, 17 - First Class
B. Sc. EL - IInd Rank, 2 Distinction, 15 - First Class
Placement Cell
Dhanya Radhakrishnan, Lecturer in Electronics is in charge of the placement cell
Seminars during Jan. - 2012 Dec. 2012
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N.S.S. Unit
Sri. Shyam Kumar, Lab Instructor Computer Science is in charge.
The N.S.S. Unit has started in the UIT
Sports
Sri. Bijukrishnan, Lab Instructor Electronics is in charge
Extra circular Achievements
Elected kho-kho & kabadi team in college for Inter collegiate Competitions of Kerala University inDecember 2012
Women’s Cell
Convenor Anju SS, Levturer in Electronics
Additional details if any
Prabin M. S. Final year student won the I Prize in weight lifting in inter collegiate Compatetion of KeralaUniversity-2012 December under 77kg category
UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, PIRAPPANCODE CENTRE
Prof. S. Vijayan Nair
The University Institute of Technology, Regional Centre Pirappancode was started in 2001. To beginwith, two courses were offered - B.Sc. (Computer Science) and B. Com. (Computer applications), BBACourses was started in 2002. Already nine batches of B. Sc. (Computer Science) and B. Com. (CA) each andeight batches of BBA students have passed out of this centre. The teaching faculty here comprises onePrincipal on Contract basis, 16 Contract Lecturers and 2 Guest Lecturers. The Computer and Electroniclaboratories are supervised by two instructors and two attenders. The ministerial staff Consists of sevenmembers. The total student strength at present is 517. The regular classes for this academic year commencedon4th June 2012. The results of various classes in the University examinations are B.Sc. (CS) 97%, BBA94% and B.Com. 75%.
Designation Male Female Vacant Total
Principal 1 Nil - 1
Lecturer (Contract) 1 15 16
Guest Lecturer - 2 - 2
Lab Instructor (Contract) Nil 2 - 2
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Courses Male Female Total
B. Sc. (Computer Science (S1+S3+S5) 70 98 168
B. Com. (Computer Application) (S1+S3+S5) 85 86 171
BBA (S1+S3+S5) 97 81 178
NET Qualified Teachers
Commerce - 3
Management - 2
English - 1
M.Phil.
Computer Science - 1
Management - 1
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A brief report of the participation of students in Non Academic Activities
Students participated in the activities of various clubs functioning at this centre
Shri Palode Ravi MLA donated 12 Computers to the Computer Lab for Rs. 2.78,700/- from MLAFund. College Development Committee also provided 10 computers. The University has done theelectrification of the lab and the amount for the three phase connection and Air conditioning is alsosanctioned by the University.
UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, KOTTARAKARA
Tel : 0474-2454224, 9447340332
Principal: Prof. G. Yohannankutty
Commencement of the Centre
The tenth centre of the UIT, Kerala University is located at the campus of the GovernmentVocational Higher Secondary School for Girls, Kottarakara. The University sanctioned to starttwo courses of study with BBA and BCA courses during the academic year 2010- ‘11 itself andthe sanctioned strength for each course was 50. Adv. Smt. Aisha Potty, MLA was personallyresponsible for the inception of the Centre here. With the admission of the Third Batch of thestudents for the academic year 2010-11, the total strength of the centre rose to 280.
Education Profile-2011-12
The University was sanctioned two courses of study with BBA and BCA and the sanctionedstrength for each course is 50. A computer club and Management club were opened to thestudents for conducting programmes based on their own subject of study. Monthly seminars, groupdiscussion, we Talk (JAM) programmers are being conducted periodically, to strength each studentscommunicative efficiency in English language.
The English daily “Business Line” was subscribed by all the students of BBA course since 2010.Elocation and Essay competition in English are held every year. Winners are given prizes at theAnnual Day celebration. One literary club is functioning for students. Every year Onam, Christmas,and Annual Day celebration are held with great enthusiasm.
Examination Performance
As per University assessment, our students came off with flying colours, compared to exam.results of the other centres. In BBA 35 students scored high First class with 2 distinction and fourfailures. In case of BCA we have 2 distinctions and 26 First class and 3 second class.
The centre has 10 Contract Lecturers and 3 guest lecturers in various disciplines along with 6employees on office staff.
With the timely assistance and encouragement from the University, and with the concerted effortsfrom all the related persons this centre would be capable of producing wonderful academic brilliancein the coming years.
UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ADOOR CENTRE
Principal : Prof. Rajan Alex
The University Institute of Technology Adoor Centre is one among the Twelve self financinginstitutions running directly by the University of Kerala to provide facility for education in modernbranches of studies. UIT Adoor Centre has been started in 1995.This centre offers two courses,BBA & BSc Computer Science. 15 batches of students have been completed their degree courseand most of them are employed in private and public sectors. During the academic year 2012,seven students from BSc. Computer Science got campus selection in different IT firms at TrivandrumTechnopark. Five students from BBA got selection in different Banks.
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The total strength of the students of this institutions at present is 268. The present strength of theTeaching staff including Principal is 12 and that of non-teaching staff is 6.
UIT Adoor centre admitted 40 students in BSc Computer Science and 50 students in B. B.A duringthe present academic year 2012-2013. The commencement of the first semester was on 9th July.We convened a meeting of the staff, parents and students in which they were given an awarenessabout the new CBCSS syllabi.
The performance of our students in the last University exam was excellent. The percentage ofpass in B.B.A was 76. We are proud to declare the result of the BSc Computer Science whichcrowned with 92%. The gifted students are encouraged and motivated by our gifted staff. Frequentdepartment meeting are held for planning and discussing the academic matters.
Seminars were conducted in the college on different subjects. The following chart gives the detailsof the seminars.
No Subiect Authority Date
1 English Language and modern method of Prof. Rajan Alex 20-07-2012communication Principal
UIT Adoor
2 IT in Management Time 9-08-2012
3 Marketting IHRD 10-10-2012
4 Banking SBT Adoor 21-11-2012
The involvement of the parents teachers association is remarkable.
The institution celebrated Onam, freshers day, Gandhi jayandhi and Christmas . All students werewhole heartedly participated .
The teachers and students conducted a study tour to Thenmala as a part of crriculam.
With the timely assistance and encouragement from the University I do hope that this centre isefficient enough to guide the students in proper way.
The sincere co-operation of the staff members of UIT Adoor helped to maintain a healthy accademicatmosphere in the campus.
UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, YEROOR
Principal : Prof. M.V. Simon
No. of Students : 265
Courses offered : 1. B. Sc. Computer Science2. B. Com. Commerce with Computer Application
The results of the various Examination have been consistently good at this centre.
POPULATION RESEARCH CENTRE
Director-in-Charge : Dr. P. Mohanachandran Nair
Technical Staff
Additional Director : Vacant
Dy. Director : Vacant
Research Officer : Dr. Shylaja L.
Social Scientist : Dr. Sajini B.Nair
Documentalist : Dr. P.B.Sudev
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Research Investigators : Dr.A. Sreeranjini; Dr. Oommen P.Mathew; K. Anil Kumar
Field Investigators : Dr.S.Suresh Kumar; Dr. K.R.Anithakumari;
M.C.Mathew; Dr. G.R.Lini
Computors: (1 post vacant) : Sachin K. V; Rajesh J. Nair; Dr. Saritha P.Viswan
Research Fellows : Dr. Sabitha Das D.S, Dr. Nanzy P.S
Administrative Staff
Section Officer : Chandrikakumary S. (Up to November 30, 2012),
Sathi Devi S. (From December 1st, 2012)
Asst. Sel. Gr : Gireesh. S
Assistant : Vacant
Se. Gr. Typist : A.Subaida Beevi
Driver : R. Mohanan
Work Done during the Period January 1st 2012 to December 31st 2012
Projects during the Year
Ø Building Knowledge Base on Ageing in India
Ø Level of Reporting of MCH Services in HMIS and identification of Causes of Errors: Ernakulam,Kozhikode Districts
Ø Review of HMIS data in selected Government hospitals in Alappuzha district of Kerala
Ø Monitoring of NRHM-State Plan Implementation Programme of Kerala: 2012-13 April- June2012-13, 1st Quarter
Ø Monitoring of NRHM-State Plan Implementation Programme of Kerala: 2012-13 July- September2012-13, 2nd Quarter
Ø Monitoring of NRHM UT Programme Implementation Plan of Lakshadweep: 2012-13 April-September 2012-13,1st &2nd Quarter
Ø Review of HMIS data in selected public hospitals in Kollam and Kottayam district of Kerala
Ø Review of HMIS data in quality in Lakshadweep
Studies based on Secondary Data Sources
1. Reproductive health problems of women in India: State wise analysis using DLHS-3 Data
2. Socio-economic inequality in Malnutrition among Adults in India”
3. Family Building practice in India
4. Anaemia among Pregnant Women in AHS States
5. Awareness, Attitude and Practices Related to Family Planning Methods among Married 6. 6.Adolescent women in India
7 Knowledge of HIV/AIDS in India” based on DLHS-3 data.
8 Correlates of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C virus infection in Trivandrum: A hospital based study
9. Pregnancy Complications in Kerala
10. Impact of household headship on morbidity and health seeking behaviour among preschool childrenin India
11. Maternal health care utilization in India
12. Fertility Decline in the high fertility states in India
13. Health Aspects of Elderly in India
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14. Imbalance of sex ratio of children in India recent changes and implications of gender differencesin child health
15. Nutritional Status of the Adolescent School Children
16. Study on distribution of deaths by cause among under five children in Kerala
17. Demographic and socio-economic Correlates and Consequences of tobacco use in India: Findingsfrom GATS
18. Prevalence and determinants of Caesarean section deliveries in Kerala: A district wise analysisbased on DLHS- 3 Data
19. Child Health Issues and Determinants in India
20. Health status and health seeking behaviour among aged in India
Trainings and Workshops at PRC
SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
PRC Reports Published during January to December 2012
1. Quarterly Report on Monitoring of NRHM-State Plan Implementation Programme of Kerala:2012-13 April- June 2012-13
2. Quarterly Report on Monitoring of NRHM-State Plan Implementation Programme of Kerala:2012-13 July- September 2012-13
3. Quarterly Report on Monitoring of NRHM UT Programme Implementation Plan of Lakshadweep:2012-13 April-September 2012-13
4. Sabitha Das D.S and P. Mohanachandran Nair “Characteristics of Infertile women in Kerala-A hospital based study” PRC Report Series 2011-5
5. Nanzy P.S and Shylaja L,”Trends and determinants of changing child sex ratio in India.” PRCReport Series 2011-6
6. A. Sreeranjini and Saritha P. Viswan “ Influence of women’s status on fertility and contraceptiveuse in India” PRC Report Series 2011-3
7. Sajini B Nair “ Momentum of Population Growth in India” PRC Report Series 2011-4
Papers published in Journals and Books
Dr. Shylaja L, “Interpreting Loneliness among Elderly in Kollam District, Kerala” publishedin the Journal of Social Science in Perspective, Vol.4, No.1, January- March 2012, C AchuthaMenon Study Centre & Library, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Sajini B Nair and Dr. P. S Nair, “Momentum of Population growth in India” publishedin “State of Natural and Human Resources of India”, Nagi Series Part II “Human Resources”edited by Sudesh Nangia with N.C Jana and R.B Bhagat
Rajesh J Nair , “Improving child immunization in EAGA States: Learning from KeralaExperience” published in “Social Exclusion inclusion continuum- A paradigm shift” edited byV. Ramakrishna, R Sasidhar and M Muniraju published by Niruta publications, Bangalore India 2012
Papers presented in Seminars
Dr.Nanzy P.S & Dr.Shylaja L,. “Changing Child Sex Ratio in India –A Regional wise Analysis”in the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organised byDepartment of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
Dr.Lini G.R & Dr. Suresh Kumar S, “ Psychological Problems of Heads of Households in theFemale Headed Households in Kerala” in the 34th annual conference of IASP, at GIPE Pune from13-15 December 2012
Praveen lal and Dr. Sajini B Nair, “Prevalence and Socio-economic correlates of Tobacco Usein Kerala” presented at the XXXIVth IASP Conference from 13-15 December 2012 at GIPEPune, India
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Professional and Research Activities of Technical Staff during the period January to December2012
Dr. Shylaja L, Research Officer
1. Library in-charge, Assisting the Director-in charge in Administrative work, Preparation of AnnualReport
2. Attended Meeting on Integration of data from Information Kerala Mission and Health Servicesorganized by NRHM at the Mission Directors Office, Trivandrum on July 13th 2012
3. Attended Data Dissemination Seminar, Census of Kerala 2011 at Animation Centre, Vellayambalamon August 1st 2012
4. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
5. Resource Person at CME on Demography and Public Health Updates on 6th September 2012organized by Department of Community Medicine, Medical College, Trivandrum from September5-7 2012
6. Attended Meeting of Health Secretaries, Mission Directors and PRCs at Vigyan Bhavan, NewDelhi on September 11th and 12th 2012.
7. Attended Meeting of MoHFW with UNICEF and PRCs at Jacaranda Hall -2, India Habitat Centre,New Delhi on September 13th ,2012.
8. Nodal Officer – Monitoring of important components of State PIP Kerala and LakshadweepMeeting with Mission Director, NRHM, Kerala, State programme Manager, Senior Consultant,Planning, Demographer, Senior Consultant, PC PNDT, ASHA etc, June 13th to 30th 2012
Dr. Sajini B Nair, Social Scientist
1. Preparation of Quarterly Progress Report, Assisting the Director-in-charge in Administrative work,Preparation of Annual report
2. Attended PRC Meeting and workshop and training on HMIS and MCTS at NIHFW, New Delhifrom 23rd to 24h January, 2012.
3. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
4. Attended PRC Meeting at Nirman Bhavan, New Delhi June 5th and 6th 2012.
5. Resource Person at State level training on Administrative staff of Health Department – A sessionon HMIS and MCTS on June 16th 2012
6. Attended Meeting on Integration of data from Information Kerala Mission and Health Servicesorganized by NRHM at the Mission Directors Office, Trivandrum on July 13th 2012
7. Attended Data Dissemination Seminar, Census of Kerala 2011 at Animation Centre, Vellayambalamon August 1st 2012
8. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
9. Resource Person at CME on Demography and Public Health Updates on 6th and 7th September2012 organized by Department of Community Medical College, Trivandrum from September 5-72012
10. Nodal Officer – Monitoring of important components of State PIP Kerala and Lakshadweep,Meeting with Mission Director, NRHM, Kerala, State programme Manager, Senior Consultant,Monitoring and Evaluation, Planning etc, Managing Director, Kerala Medical Services Corporation,Principal SIHFW etc June 13th to 30th 2012
Dr. A Sreeranjini, Research Investigator
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
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2. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
3. Meeting with Senior Consultant, Planning, Nodal Officer, NRHM June 20th and 21st 2012
4. Monitoring Officer, NRHM 2nd Quarter Monitoring of state PIP( in Kottayam and Kollam districts)Kerala -2012-13 (Questionnaire Modification, Field Visit and Report writing)
Dr. Oommen P Mathew, Research Investigator
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
2. Resource person to the “National workshop on LEGAL RESEARCH METHODOLOGY” from16th to 17th January, 2012.
3. Attended workshop and training on HMIS and MCTS at NIHFW, New Delhi from 23rd to 25th
January, 2012
4. Resource Person, State level Training, SCERT Trivandrum
5. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
6. NRHM Quarterly Monitoring Questionnaire preparation and Field Visit- Alappuzha District
7. Review of HMIS data in selected public hospitals in Alappuzha district of Kerala - Field visit andreport writing
8. NRHM 2nd Quarter Monitoring of state PIP (in Kottayam and Kollam districts) Kerala -2012-13(Questionnaire Modification, Field Visit and Report writing)
9. Review of HMIS data in selected public hospitals in Kollam and Kottayam district of Kerala (Fieldvisit and Report writing)
Anil Kumar K, Research Investigator
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
2. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
3. Review of HMIS data in selected public hospitals in Kollam and Kottayam district of Kerala (Fieldvisit and Report writing)
4. NRHM 2nd Quarter Monitoring of state PIP ( in Kottayam and Kollam districts)Kerala -2012-13(Questionnaire Modification, Field Visit and Report writing)
Dr. Suresh Kumar S, Field Investigator
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
2. Monitoring Officer of DLHS-4 in Kerala- Attended Training of Trainers at Ernakulam, FieldMonitoring of Mapping and Listing Operations in Kollam District
3. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
4. Involved in the monitoring of DLHS 4 mapping Listing process in Kerala
5. Participated in the National Conference on Inclusive Growth: Opportunities for Elderly, 19-20November, 2012 at Hotel The Ashok, New Delhi
6. Resource Person, Session on Learning Microsoft Excel at Dept. of Demography, organized bythe Alumni Association of Department of Demography (AADD)
7. Delivered a lecture on “HIV/AIDS in India” in the Dept. of Demography, in connection withWorld AIDS day.
Dr. Anithakumari K R, Field Investigator
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
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2. Attended Data Dissemination Seminar, Census of Kerala 2011 at Animation Centre, Vellayambalamon August 1st 2012
3. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
4. Resource Person at CME on Demography and Public Health Updates on 5th September 2012organized by Department of Community Medicine, Medical College, Trivandrum from September5-7 2012
5. NRHM Quarterly Monitoring and Field Visit- Trivandrum District
6. Monitoring Officer for Quarterly Monitoring of NRHM PIP in Lakshadweep 2012-13.
7. Review of HMIS Data Quality of Lakshadweep
Mathew M.C, Field Investigator
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
2. Review of HMIS data in selected public hospitals in Alappuzha district of Kerala (QuestionnairePreparation and field visit)
3. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
4. Review of HMIS data in selected public hospitals in Kollam and Kottayam district of Kerala (Fieldvisit and Report writing)
5. NRHM 2nd Quarter Monitoring of state PIP( in Kottayam and Kollam districts) Kerala -2012-13(Questionnaire Modification, Field Visit and Report writing)
Dr. Lini G.R, Field Investigator
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
2. Attended Data Dissemination Seminar, Census of Kerala 2011 at Animation Centre, Vellayambalamon August 1st 2012
3. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
4. NRHM Quarterly Monitoring of State PIP Kerala -Field Visit- Trivandrum District
5. NRHM 2nd Quarter Monitoring of state PIP (in Kottayam and Kollam districts) Kerala -2012-13(Questionnaire Modification, Field Visit and Report writing)
6. Review of HMIS Data Quality in PHCs and SCs of Kottayam and Kollam districts
Sachin K.V, Computor
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
2. Monitoring Officer of DLHS-4 in Tamil Nadu, Attended Training of Trainers at Gandhigram Institute,Tamil Nadu, Field Monitoring of Mapping and Listing Operations in different districts of TamilNadu
3. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
Rajesh J Nair, Computor
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
2. Attended Data Dissemination Seminar, Census of Kerala 2011 at Animation Centre, Vellayambalamon August 1st 2012
3. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
4. NRHM Quarterly Monitoring of State PIP Kerala -Field Visit- Trivandrum District
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5. NRHM 2nd Quarter Monitoring of state PIP (in Kottayam and Kollam districts) Kerala -2012-13(Questionnaire Modification, Field Visit and Report writing)
6. Review of HMIS Data Quality in PHCs and SCs of Kottayam and Kollam districts
Dr. Saritha P. Viswan, Computer
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
2. Review of HMIS data in selected public hospitals in Alappuzha district of Kerala (QuestionnairePreparation and field visit)
3. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
4. Review of HMIS data in selected public hospitals in Kollam and Kottayam district of Kerala (Fieldvisit and Report writing)
5. NRHM 2nd Quarter Monitoring of state PIP (in Kottayam and Kollam districts) Kerala -2012-13(Questionnaire Modification, Field Visit and Report writing)
Dr. Sabitha Das D.S, Research Fellow
1. Attended the National Seminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organisedby Department of Demography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
2. Review of HMIS data in selected public hospitals in Alappuzha district of Kerala (QuestionnairePreparation and field visit)
3. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
4. NRHM Quarterly Monitoring Questionnaire preparation and Field Visit- Alappuzha District
5. NRHM 2nd Quarter Monitoring of state PIP (in Kottayam and Kollam districts)Kerala -2012-13(Questionnaire Modification, Field Visit and Report writing)
Dr. Nanzy P.S, Research Fellow
1. Presented a Paper on Changing Child Sex Ratio in India –A Regional wise Analysis in the NationalSeminar on “Census of India 2011 Results: Issues and Challenges” organised by Department ofDemography, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram 19-21, January 2012.
2. Attended Data Dissemination Seminar, Census of Kerala 2011 at Animation Centre, Vellayambalamon August 1st 2012
3. Attended SAS VDD Installation Training on August 23rd and 24th 2012 at PRC Kerala
4. NRHM Quarterly Monitoring Questionnaire preparation and Field Visit- Trivandrum District
5. NRHM 2nd Quarter Monitoring of state PIP (in Kottayam and Kollam districts) Kerala -2012 -13(Questionnaire Modification, Field Visit and Report writing)
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
The Department functions with the following faculty members :
Director : Dr. A. Eugine Sunil
Coaches:
Coach in Aquatics : B. Gopakumar
Coach in Basketball : T. Ali (on leave)
Coach in Handball (Sai) : Ansalam Benedict
(on Deputation)
Coach in Hockey (Sai) : Mini Unniraj
Coach in Athletics(KSSC) : Gopalakrishna Pillai
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Coach in Football (KSSC) : Satheevan Balan (on deputation)
Coach on contract
Coach in boxing : Premnath.S
Coach in kho-kho&Kabaddi : B. Dileesh Kumar
The activities during the period from 1st January to 31st December 2012
A meeting of the Teachers of Physical Education of Colleges affiliated to the University of Keralawas held at 2.00 am. on 23th July 2012 at G. V. Raja Pavilion, University stadium, Palayam. TheMeeting was presided over by the Director of Physical Education, Dr. A. Eugine Sunil He welcomedall the participants of the meeting. A data sheet on previous year’s participation and performanceswas also distributed by the director. He also brought in some issues which surfaced last year, andproposed solution to solve those. The teachers too have raised certain points seeking explanationfrom the director. The Director ensured the gathering that everything possible will be done for thesmooth and qualitative conduct of the tournaments. He also sought wholehearted cooperation forthe smooth conduct of various tournaments for the academic year 2012-’13.
The Department of Physical Education Organized South Zone Inter University Football (M)Tournament for the year 2011-' 12.
The Dept. of Physical Education organized 57 Inter Collegiate Tournaments and participated in 55South Zone, South- West Zone and All India Inter University Competitions in the year 2012.
A Sports Hostel in association with Kerala Sports Council has been started. Now there are 23students in the hostel. Coaching in Athletics & Football are imparted.
Achievements
The University teams brought laurels to the University, winning the following Inter UniversityChampionships, during the report period.
INTER UNIVERSITY RESULT FROM 1st January 2012 to 31st December 2012.
1. Shuttle Badminton (M&W) South Zone-III place 5th to 9th Jan. 2012. held at VIT. University,Vellore.
2. Taekwondo-women-All India-held at Manipur University Imphal.
Sl. No. Place Name Weight Category
1. Gold Greeshma.P U.46 Kg.
2 Silver Amrutha Mohan U.49Kg.
3. Silver Sreeshma.T.A. U.53Kg.
4. Silver Chewing Doma Bhutia U.73 Kg.
5. Browns Nayana Chandran.P U.57 Kg.
3. Taekwondo-men-All India-held at Manipur University Imphal.
Sl. No. Place Name Weight Category
1. Silver Mukesh.U U.87Kg.
2. Browns Vinod P.K. U.74Kg.
4. KHO-KHO Women-South Zone Runner-up-19th to 22nd Dec. 2012 held at Calicut University,Calicut.
5. WRESTLING Women-All India-held at -Amaravathy University, Amaravathy.
Silver - Salini.A-67 Kg.
Browns - Devika. K. P. 63 Kg.
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6. All India Canoeing & Kayaking (M&W)-28th to 30th Dec. 2012 held at Panjabi University, Chandigarh.
Six gold
Ten Silver
Two browns
7. Rowing (Women)-22nd to 26th Dec. 2012 All India Women Tournament-Winner-held at PunjabiUniversity, Chandigarh.
Doubles-Gold
Single-silver
Coxless Pair-Gold
Coxless four-Gold
8. Table Tennis (Women) 27th to 29th Dec. 2012, South Zone-Runner-up-held at Kannur University,Kannur.
9. Football (Men) 6th to 13th October 2012 Southzone-Runner-up-held at Annamalai UniversityAnnamalai.
CENTRE FOR GEO- INFORMATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Director : Dr. V. Prasannakumar
The Centre for Geo-Information Science and Technology is a joint venture of the University ofKerala, DST - Government of India and KSCSTE. The mission is to develop advanced capability (includinginfrastructure and trained man power) in spatial information science to meet the technical, socio-economicand administrative requirements of the State. This is expected to achieve through capacity building anddevelopment of pilot scale web based geoinformation service, which are the ongoing activities of thecentre. In the year 2012 the centre has been elevated to an Inter University Centre of Excellence inGeospatial Science and Technology.
Courses offered : Post Graduate Diploma in Geo Information Science and Technology,Ph. D
Strength of Students as on 31-12-2012
Name of Courses Male Female Total
Post Graduate Diploma Course 6 4 10
External students 8 - 8
Extension Activities
1. Extended practical training in GIS to the Applied Geology Postgraduate students of Department ofEarth Sciences, Annamalai University.
2. Extended practical training in Digital Image Processing GIS to the Applied Geology researchscholars of Department of Earth Sciences, Annamalai University.
A very brief report of the participation of Teachers in Conferences/Seminars etc.
Vineetha.P participated and presented a paper on “Spatio Temporal Urban Landuse Analysis ofKazhakuttom Panchayat” in the National seminar on Geospatial Technology Developments inNatural Resource and Disaster Management organised by Manonmaniam Sundaranar University,Centre for Geotechnology Tirunelveli on 23&24 February 2012.
Dr. V. Prasannakumar, Director of the centre, Participated in the UNESCO- International GeologicalCorrelation Programme (IGCP 580) on Applications of Magnetic Susceptibility on Paleozoic rocksat Graz, Austria in June-July 2012 and gave a key note address. Visited the Faculty of Civil andGeodetic Engineering, Technical University, Munich and gave a talk on “Reactivated shearing and
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South Indian crustal evolution” Participated in five day’s field work in Carnic Alps, Italy andAustria, as a part of the UNESCO-IUGS sponsored IGCP programme on Applications of MagneticSuceptibility on Paleozoic rocks.
Research activities - Ongoing projects
Digital spatial mapping of the assets and resources of Mannar Panchayath.
Web based management of spatial data.
Publications
1. Evaluation and validation of landslide susceptibility in the Western Ghats of Kerala, India throughGIS-based Weights of Evidence model and Area Under Curve technique. Journal of the GeologicalSociety of India, 2012, V.80,pp. 515-523.
2. Estimation of soil erosion risk within a small mountainous sub-watershed in Kerala, India usingRevised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE) and geo-information technology. GeoscienceFrontiers, 2012, v.3, pp. 209-215.
Workshops/training conducted
Conducted training programme to the Ward members of Mannar Panchayath on the web basedmanagement of spatial data and its utility in Panchayath level planning.
CENTRE FOR INFORMATION LITERACY STUDIES
Thiruvananthapuram, Phone : 0471-2308034
Hon. Director: Dr. Vijayakumar K. P.
Statement showing the strength of Teachers from 1-1-2012 to 31 – 12 – 2012
Designation Male Female Total
Honorary Director 1 1
Strength of Students as on 31 – 12 – 2012
Name of Course Male Female Total
Nil N. A. N. A. N. A.
Number of research students: Nil
Extra curricular activities:
1. Jointly with Mahatma Gandhi University and Kerala State Council for Science Technology andEnvironment organized three day National Workshop on Science Literacy and Scholarly Writing atM. G. University in January 2012.
2. Associated with Central University of Kerala in organizing two workshops of Scholarly Writing.
Participation of the Hon. Director in Seminars/Conferences/Workshops and variousextension activities:
1. Served as resource person in the National Workshop on Science Literacy and Scholarly Writingorganized by Mahatma Gandhi University on 17 January 2012.
2. Delivered a lecture in the Theme Discussion on Information Literacy organized in connectionwith the International Book Fair (INBOFA) organized by Mahatma Gandhi University in January 2012.
3. Served as Resource person to the 3 day National Workshop on Academic Writing organizedby Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod on 23 January 2012.
4. Presented the lead paper entitled ‘Information Literacy: Competency of the 21 Century’ on8th March 2012 in the two day UGC-sponsored National Seminar on Role and Relevance ofInformation Literacy in the Globalized Era organized by St. Peter’s College, Kolencherry.
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5. Served as key resource person in the Workshop on E-content Development for Library andInformation Science by the EMMRC, University of Calicut on 17 May 2012.
6. Served as Resource person in the 5-day Workshop on Research Methodology organized byKannur University Central Library on 23 May 2012.
7. Served as resource person and key speaker in the National Seminar on Commerce organized byS. D. College, Alappuzha and delivered lectures on ‘Literature Review’ and ‘Writing Skills’ on23 August 2012.
8. Acted as Resource person in the 6-day National Workshop on Preparation of Scholarly Articlesorganized by Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod on 5 November 2012.
9. Presented a paper entitled ‘Competencies of Public Library Professionals’ in the Two DayNational Seminar on Towards a New Reading Culture, organized by Raja Rammohun Roy LibraryFoundation at Kanakakunnu Palace, Thiruvananthapuram on 20 – 21 April 2012.
10. Gave talks on Information Literacy to the participants of Six Orientation Programmesconducted by Academic Staff College, University of Kerala in 2012.
11. Delivered lectures on Literature Search in two short term courses for research guides in Sciencesand Social Sciences, organized by Academic Staff College, University of Kerala in 2012.
ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY
Present in charge- Dr. V. Biju, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics
During 2012, Smt. BeenaKumari.C , Technical Officer, Department of Physics had also served asthe Dire tor-in-Charge-Astronomical Observatory.
Sky-Watch Program
The observatory has been successfully conducting the evening sky-watch program giving students,teachers and the general public the facility to enjoy the celestial wonders. One of the rare spectaclesduring the year 2012 was the transit of venus.
Transit of Venus
Transit of Venus over the solar disc was a rare spectacle observed on 6th June 2012.
Research and Popularization Activities
An automatic whether station is installed at the Observatory campus which collects sub soil and airtemperature, soil moisture, solar irradiance and reflectance and wind velocity at an interval of 30minutes. This data is used by Researchers and M.Phil scholars of the Department of Physics fortheir thesis/dissertation work.
The observatory has been providing authentic details on various astronomical phenomena to thepublic. Timing of sunrise, sunset, moonrise and moonset data are also provided by the Observatory.
CENTRE FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING
Director: Dr. B. S. Jamuna
Courses organized: Certificate Course on Communication Skills in English, 2012
International Seminars organized : International Seminar on ELT: Innovative Interactive Strategies,1 February 2012
National/Regional Seminars organized : National Workshop on ELT: Developing Multimedia Packagefor General English Courses, 26 -28 July 2012
Lectures organized: Lecture delivered on Teaching Strategies by Dr Thirupathi Kumar, EFLU,Hyderabad, 30 October, 2012
Lecture on Curation Theory by Dr Susie Tharu, Professor, EFLU, Hyderabad, 12 October, 2012
Lecture on Curricula Reforms by Dr Chithra Panicker, University of Bangalore, 1 October, 2012
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CENTRE FOR CANADIAN STUDIES
Director: Prof. Jameela Begum who was the Director of the Centre for Canadian Studies retired onMay 30, 2012
Dr. B. Hariharan took over on June 1, 2012.
Conferences Organized
1. July 12 - 13, 2012: Organized National Conference on Converging Disciplines: Canada and India.UGC Area Study Centre for Canadian Studies, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.
2. November 16 - 17, 2012: Organized National Conference on Spatial Configurations: Canada andIndia. UGC Area Study Centre for Canadian Studies, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.Funded by Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute, New Delhi.
Invited Lectures Organized
1. July 11, 2012: Dr. Anita Ravishankar, Associate Professor, Dept. of Sociology, Mangalore University,Mangalore gave lectures in the Dept. of Sociology on "Multiculturaism and Canada." Studentsfrom the Dept. of Sociology and Dept. of Political Science participated.
2. July 16, 2012: Prof. M.F. Salat, Head, Dept. of English, MS University, Vadodara gave lectures atthe Institute of English on "Postcolonialism and Canadian Literature. "
Invited Articles Published in Edited Volumes
1. Begum Jameela. "Ethnicity and Gender: Interrogating the Asian Canadian Aesthetics of ArunMukherjee." in Women and Development: Self Society and Empowerment. Ed. Posh Charak andChandra Mohan. Delhi: Primus Books, 2012.
2. Hariharan, B. "On Theorizing the Hyphen." Various Cultures Variant Readings Essays in honourof Prof. Jameela Begum. 2 Vols. Ed. B. Hariharan et al. New Delhi: Creative Books, 2012. 393 -402.
Books published in the Area of Canadian Studies:
1. Hariharan, B. The Carnival World of Robert Kroetsch. New Delhi: Creative Books, 2012.
2. Samuel, V. T. Religious Paradigms in the Novels of Graham Greene and Brian Moore. New Delhi:Discovery. 2012.
Conferences and Lectures on Canadian Studies
1. National Seminar on Centring the Margins: Facets of New Literatures. VTMNSS College,Dhanuvachapuram. Title of Paper: "New Literatures." 5 - 6 January, 2012.
2. UGC National Conference on Diaspora Studies: Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh. UGC-SAP,Institute of English, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram. Title of Paper: "Beyond Labels:Michael Ondaatje's Narratives." 1 0 - 11 September.
3. Academic Staff College, University of Kerala. Refresher Course. Delivered lecture on “CanadianArctic" October 3, 2012.
CENTRE FOR AUSTRALIAN STUDIES
Director: Dr. Maya Dutt
Australian studies provides the opportunity to explore Australian history, culture and society, includinga wide range of concerns such as indigenous issues, environment, gender identity and politics aswell as the shaping of cultural icons and institutions. It also explores Australian literature in aninternational context. Australian studies serves to create a new and deep awareness betweenAustralia and India, their peoples and cultures, since the geographical and historical contact betweenthe two nations stretches back to thousands of years. The year 1991 proved to be a turning pointin Indo - Australian relations at a higher, totally different plane, adding more to the tapestry of thebilateral relationship.
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It was at this juncture that the Centre for Australian Studies at the Institute of English, Universityof Kerala was established on 25th September 1996, under the dynamic leadership of Dr K. Radha,Professor and Head, Institute of English. It was a historical moment in the history of Australianstudies in Asia, since it was the first centre of its kind in South Asia. Dr K. Radha, the founder -director of the Centre for Australian Studies, had been by then selected as the Asian Vice Presidentof AASA (The Asian Association for the Study of Australia). Dr N. Babu, the Vice - Chancellor,inaugurated the activities of the Centre at the function held at the Senate Chamber and Sri T.K.Ramakrishnan, Minister for Cultural Affairs was the Chief Guest. Dr Cynthia vanden Driesen, theAustralian Vice President of AASA, delivered the Key note address. Sri. M. Salihu, the Pro ViceChancellor, Dr K. Ayyappa Panikkar, Dr K.V. Devadas, Sri. V.S. Hareendranath and Dr P.K.Rajan offered felicitations. Papers were presented by Dr J. V. Vilanilam, Dr Alexander Jacob andDr. M.K.C. Nair.
In 1997, the Centre was chosen as the venue for the Inaugural International Conference of AASA,titled "Creative Configurations: The Expanding Australian Experience", on 16 - 18 January. TheConference was inaugurated by Mr. Darren Gribble, His Excellency the Australian HighCommissioner to India. The Centre organized a Lecture programme by Dr Paul Sharrad, Universityof Wollongong on 15th December 1997 and the session was chaired by Dr P.K. Rajan, Professor,Institute of Distance Education, University of Kerala. A Regional seminar on "Man and Environmentin Australian Literature" was organized on 17 -18 March 1999 and the Key note address wasdelivered by Dr K. Chellappan, Bharatidasan University, Tamil Nadu. Centre for Australian Studies,Institute of English conducted a National Seminar on "Writing the Subaltern: Gender, Ecology andEthnicity", on 20 - 22 March 2000. An International Conference of AASA was jointly sponsored byCentre for Australian Studies and held at Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram, on 9 - 11 July2004. The activities organized by the Centre for Australian Studies, Institute of English, Universityof Kerala, during the period 1997 to 2004, proved to be immensely beneficial for research scholars,teachers and students of different colleges and a considerable number of scholars obtained theirPh D degree in Australian literature.
As one of the premier Research Centres in English Language and Literature in South India, theInstitute of English considers the revival of the Centre for Australian Studies as part of an endeavourin popularizing Australian literature exponents to the scholars in Asia - Pacific region. As part ofthis, a Regional Seminar is planned in February 2013, the proposal for which will be sent to theUniversity shortly.
CENTRE FOR WOMEN’S STUDIES
Director: Dr. G. S. Jayasree
As the XI Five Year Plan is coming to an end in March 2012, the efforts of the CWS wereconcentrated on three fronts:
1. Publication of material generated by the CWS in the course of its activities the last five years.
2. Development of a National Curriculum in Women's Studies for B A and M A Courses across thecountry. For this, based on a report submitted by The Director, CWS, a Committee was constitutedat the U G C, New Delhi, of which the Director acted as the Convener. A series of meetings wereheld and a draft curriculum is in place that will soon be uploaded to the U G C website. It is hopedthat the courses would be flagged off in June 2013 by select universities across the country.
3. Making concerted efforts to address Violence against Women.
Seminars organized
1. Organized the International Women's Day celebrations at the University of Kerala on a grandscale on 8.3.2012 with the theme Violence Against Women
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Meetings /Discussions organized
1. Regular meetings were organized at the Women's Studies Units affiliated to the University ofKerala under the aegis of the CWS centering around issues of Violence against Women, on topicslike Women & Cyber Crime, Women & Street Violence, Women & Health, Women & Law, andWomen & Representation in the Media.
Seminars / Conferences attended
1. Chief Guest at seminar on Women's Rights, National College, Manacaud 2 February 2012
2. Why Violence Against Women? Address at the International Women's Day Celebrations, Universityof Kerala, 08 March 2012.
3. Paper on Feminist Research Methodology at Central University, Pondicherry 21,22,23 March 2012
Publication
1. Edited and Published Samyukta: A Journal of Women’s Studies, January 2012 & July 2012
2. Submitted Oblique Mirrors: Contemporary Women's Writing from India, ( co-edited with Dr. SreedeviK. Nair) New Delhi: Oxford University Press, forthcoming in 2013. '
3. "When we dared to publish: experiences of an editor" Article published in the collection edited byProf. Rekha Pande, Director Centre for Women's Studies, University of Hyderabad for CambridgeScholars Publishing.
4. "What it means to be a Feminist". Lead article in the Newsletter of Research Centre on Women'sStudies (RCWS) of SNDT University, Mumbai
5. Women's Studies Monograph Series: Two important books
1 Keralathile Streemunnettangalude Charithram by C. S. Chandrika and
2. History of Feminist Publishing in India by Rizio Yohannan Raj have been finalized.
Reports
1. Co-authored with Sharmila Rege and Kameshwari Jandhanyala in the Guidelines for Developmentof Women's Studies in Indian Universities and Colleges During Twelfth Plan (2012-2017)
2. Final Report of the National Curriculum Development Committee in Women's Studies
Projects
Working on a database on Women writers in Malayalam titled Malayalathinte Ezhuthukarikal withSreedevi .K. Nair as the principal investigator and Dr. P. Radhika and Dr. Hema Nair .R as the co-investigators. A list of more than seven hundred authors finalized.
CENTRE FOR CULTURAL STUDIES( Formerly Comparative Literature)
Director: Dr. Meena T. Pillai
The Centre has organized a number of seminars, Conferences, Lectures and Talks and has beenin the forefront of intellectual and interdisciplinary activities in the University
1. National Seminar on" lmagining Cultures Beyond Disciplines: Cultural Studies in India from 19/03/2009 to 20103/2009 at the Institute of English, University of Kerala.
2. International Seminar on 'Latin Language and its contribution to World Cultures" in collaborationwith the Centre for Comparative Literature, Institute of English and the Dept. of Latin, St.Xavier'sCollage, Thumba, from 11 and 12 March
3. One Day Seminar on Women and Cinema by the Centre for Comparative Literature.
4. Readings from Othappu By Sarah Joseph and The Scent of the Other side, the English translationby Valson Thampu (the book being introduced by V. Rajakrishnan) held under the aegis of theCentre for Women's studies and the Centre for Comparative Literature on 1 January 2010.
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5. Talk by Dr. Pramod Nayar, Hyderabad Central University on "Contemporary Trends in LiteraryTheory" conducted under the aegis of the Centre for Comparative Literature on 21 January 2010.
6. Talk on Tagore's Gitanjali by Shri. K. Jayakumar on 13 October 2010 conducted under the aegis ofthe Centre for Comparative Literature.
7. Organized IACLALS Annual Conference on Comparative Cultural Studies: Towards NewPostcolonial Paradigm with joint collaboration between the Indian Association for Commonwealthliterature and Language Studies and The Centre for Comparative literature, University of Kerala,Thiruvananthapuram on 27th, 28'" and 29th January 2011.
8. Lecture By Dr. C. S. Venkiteswarn on Chemmeen: The Politics of Adapatation on 21 June 2011.
9. Lecture Series by Dr. P.K Rajesekharan on Re-imagining Kerala: Culture, Literature, Societyfrom 6 December 2011 to 1 March 2012
10. Organized U GC sponsored National Seminar on "Remapping of Reality through Visual Technology- Interdisciplinary Engagements" on 28 and 29 June, 2012 in Collaboration with St.Teresa's College,Emakulam
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, UNIVERSITY OF KERALA, THYCAUD,THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Dr Asha J. V. Hon. Director
Participation in Conferences/Seminars:
Organised/Participated and presented Theme papers and delivered Keynote Address in manyseminars / Conferences related to Curriculum, learning and evaluation. This years' programmesgave particular stress to the preparation of e-content on Adolescent Health Education in addition tothe curricular e-content generation and workshops and training programmes for teacher educatorsand research scholars in IT-enabled Knowledge Management and Pedagogy.
Organised a whet workshop for finalising the e-content on ‘Adolescent Health education package’prepared by SPACE team in collaboration with CDC on 12 & 13, Oct. 2012.
Organised a ‘Curricular e-Content Generation” Workshop by the Curriculum Development Centre(CDC), Dept. of Education, University of Kerala with the technical expertise of the Society forPromotion of Alternative Computing and Education (SPACE) from 15-17, sept. 2012.
Presented a paper on ‘Designing Research for Sustainable Quality Assurance’ in the nationalseminar organised by Fathima Memorial Training College, Pallimukku, Kollam on.
Presented a paper on ‘Accommodating Diverse Educational Contexts: An Alternative Perspectivein Teacher Education’ in the National Seminar on Multifarious Interventions for Revamping TeacherEducation. Organised by Govt. Brennen College of Teacher Education, Thalassery on 19th and20th Dec, 2012.
Participated and done a key presentation on the topic ‘Educational/Pedagogicl Problems Experiencesby the Differently-Abled in Higher Education Institutions’ in the National seminar on ‘Multidisciplinary approach to Disability Management’ on 3rd & 4th Dec. 2012 at Kanakakkunnu Palaceorganised by the Centre for Disability Studies, Govt. of Kerala.
Participated and presented a paper in the UGC-sponsored National Conference on “MahamanaMadan Mohan Malaviya: A Great Visionary Educationist of India” in connection with the 150thBirth Anniversary year celebration of Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya on 19th and 20th Dec.2012 at Dept. of Education, University of Kerala.
Extra-Curricular Activities:
A research programme of innovative nature has been undertaken by the Curriculum DevelopmentCentre: in 2011 for understanding the extent of It-enabled Learning happening in our schools. Theprogramme has been entitled: IT-implementation in Kerala Schools-A survey cum case study' It is
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in progress. The field workers engaged in the study were given orientation through two workshops.The project is undertaken with technical support of SPACE and volunteers from the Department ofEducation comprising of the MEd/ M. Phil. students.
With technical support and collaboration of SPACE, the Curriculum Centre has drafter an IT-enabled learning material in Adolescence Health Education. It was subjected to expert evaluationin workshop organised on 12th Nov, 2012. The final material is in the process.
Any noteworthy events:
1. Research activities to prepare multimedia programmes as part of the CeDS Project on MusicallyAdapted MMP for fostering Social Skills of Mentally Challenged Children
2 Centre was opted by a Post Doctoral Fellow, ICSSR, New Delhi and the project ‘Capacity buildingfor Educational Excellence of the students from SC/ST and BPL groups’ is in progress
3. The centre was host to a Full Bright Scholar from the US Dr. Terry Elliot from Jan, 2012 to May,2012. Even though the scholar was originally attached to the Department of Mathematics, theCentre helped him for his interactions with students in various schools in the city, in other parts ofthe State and other states in India
4. The centre Signed an MoU with the Society for Promotion of Alternate Computing and Education(SPACE). The research and innovative works of the Centre has been augmented due to thecollaboration with SPACE.
CENTRE FOR VEDANTA STUDIES
Dr. K. Maheswaran Nair (Director)
Strength of students as on 31-12-2012
Research leading to Ph. D.: 2
Participation of teachers in Seminars/Conferences
The Hon. Director participated in serveral seminars including the annual Samskrtavidvadsadasheld at the Government Sanskrit College, Thiruvananthapuram.
Other events
The UGC Major Research Project for compiling a Sanskrit- Malayalam dictionary granted to theHon. Director was completed and final report sent to the UGC.
The Centre for Gandhian Studies of the University of Kerala has started functioning on 2nd October1996, the Gandhi Jayanthi day as an academic agency for propagating Gandhian Ideals amongstudents, youth and the general public.
In order to propagate Gandhiji’s life and vision, Centre for Gandhian Studies is being organisedvarious innovative academic and extension activitiews last 16 years.
Highlights of its activities
1. Certificate course in Gandhian thought. A six month certificate course. The main objectives of thiscourse is to give proper awareness in Gandhian Ideology, to nurture the moral values, to develop aservice and unselfish mentality among the youth, students and so on.
2. Organising Seminars, Workshops, Lectures, Discussions involving students, Research Scholars,Teachers and General public.
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3. Reference library, Research and extension activities.
4. Gandhi pictorial and book exhibitions.
5. Competitions for students and youth for generating awareness on Gandhian ideology.
6. Organising Gandhian study camps for students and youth.
7. Five day Gandhi Kalothsavam – Every year for propagating Gandhian ideals among students andyouth through Art, Literature and Culture.
8. Environmental activities such as Five day Eco- Youth Festival, 3 day Green Film Festival, Anti-Plastic campaign and other environmental activities.
9. Martyr’s day observation, Gandhi Jayanthi Week Celebration, every year with communal harmonyand National integration programmes.
10. Conducting anti-intoxication campaign programmes to create awareness of the ill effects of drugabuse among the student community.
Certificate Course in Gandhian Thought
Six month Certificate course on Gandhian Thought, begun by the Centre for Gandhian Studiesduring the 10th anniversary of the centre has helped a long way in reaching the Gandhian Ideologyamong students and youth. The course and syllabus was approved by the Academic Council of theUniversity in 2006 January and is the first of its kind in Kerala. 198 candidates enrolled for thecourse during the last six years.
Activities Conducted
The main activities of the centre for Gandhian studies during the year 2012 was focused at theneed of keeping the ecological balance and the need for creating a plastic free environment. TheProgramme also Concentrated in giving free training on self employment with the intension topropagate Gandhian ideal of grama swaraj.
Martyr’s Day observation and Inter Collegiate Quiz Competition
The Centre for Gandhian studies conducted an Inter-Collegiate quiz competition on 30th January2012 at the University senate chamber in connection with the Martyr’s day observation . Morethan 40 college teams participated in the competition. co-ordinator of the centre Sri. J.M.Rahimlead the quiz . Mar Ivanios college team won the First prize, University College won the secondprize and Dept. of Library and Information Science won the Third prize. About 100 students andTeachers attended the Martyr’s day observation programme.
Paper Bag Training
As an alternative to plastic bags paper bag system was introduced and a free training programmeon paper bag manufacture was organised from 15th to 23rd march 2012 at the university studentscentre in association with Thiruvananthapuram corporation and swadeshi Rural Development centreThiruvananthapuram. About 200 participants attended the training programme. Sri. K.MuralidharanMLA inaugurated the training on 15th March. Rural Development commissioner Sri. M. NandakumarIAS Presided over the function. Thiruvananthapuram corporation Mayor Adv. K.Chandrika deliveredthe keynote address. Adv. VS. Hareendra Nath , J.M Rahim, and A.R. Shafeeq spoke. The paperbags manufactured by the trainees were supplied free of cost in the shops and establishmentsaround palayam.
Plastic- free Campus
With the intention to build a plastic free campus for the Kerala university, a plastic free drive wasconducted at the university senate chamber were in the inauguration was done by Dr.A.Jayakrishnan, vice- chancellor. The paper bags produced by the trainees who received the freetraining from the Centre was handed over to the contractors of the university canteen at the senatehouse compound. The inauguration was done by giving the paper bag kit by the Vice-chancellor.Syndicate member Sri. B.S. Jyothikumar presided over the function. co-ordinator of the Gandhianstudies Sri. J.M Rahim introduced the plastic-free drive.
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Peace Chain in Legislative Assembly
A 112 foot long chain Crafted from a single piece of Teak wood symbolising world peace wasexhibited at the Banquet hall of Kerala legislative assembly on 20th and 21st march 2012 inassociation with the Centre for Gandhian Studies. The ‘Loka Samadhana Sandesha Changala’ hasbeen crafted by Sri. K.M.Rajendran of Mallappilly , Pathanamthitta. The links of the chain representnations of the world, religious and peace organisations. The exhibition was aimed at spreading themessage of world peace. The world peace chain exhibition was inaugurated by Sri. G. Karthikeyan,Hon’ble speaker of the legislative Assembly. Sri. J.M. Rahim, co-ordinator of the Centre forGandhian Studies presided over the function. Legislative secretary Sri. P.D. Rajan, sculptureSri.K.M.Rajendran world peace organisation chairman Sri.Johnson Edikkala, Gandhian leaderSri.R. Narayanan Thampi and Journalist Sri.Anvar sait attended the function.
Anti -Plastic Campaign and Paper-cloth bag festival
An anti-plastic campaign and a 3 day Paper- cloth bag festival was organised from 4th to 6th april2012 at the Gandhi bhavan, Thycaud in association with State Youth Welfare Board and KeralaGandhi Smarak Nidhi.
The Anti-plastic campaign was inaugurated by the legislative speaker Sri.G.Karthikeyan on 4thApril .State youth welfare board vice-chairman Sri. P.S.Prasanth presided. The paper bag melawas inaugurated by Sri. C.P John, Planning Board member. Kerala Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi SecretaryProf. V.Ramadas, Adv. V.S Harindranath, K.P.C.C Member Sri. E. Shamsudeen Sri.J.MRahim,Sri.R Narayanan Thampi Spoke.
Honouring Sri. P.Gopinathan Nair
A reception function was conducted on 24th April 2012 at the University senate chamber tohonour the veteran Gandhian leader and freedom fighter Sri.P.Gopinathan Nair in connection withhis posting as the president of All India Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi were in the programme wasinaugurated by Sri. K. Babu, Houble minister Vice-chancellor Dr. A. Jayakrishnan presided thefunction. Noted poet and social activist Smt.B.Sugathakumari delivered the keynote address.University Syndicate member Sri.R.S Sasikumar, Gandhian studies co-ordinator Sri. J.M. Rahimspoke.
Swadeshi Village Festival
A ‘Swadeshi Gramotsavam’ was organised at the University students centre from 15th to 20thjune 2012 in association with Thiruvananthapuram District panchayath and swadeshi RuralDevelopment Centre. The Festival was a unique in nature and it attracted the common public. Thiswas a demonstrative mela with the various village products of rural women of self employment.The festival extended over six days and was inaugurated by Sri.M.Nandakumar IAS, State RuralDevelopment commissioner, District panchayath member Sri. Malayinkeezhu Venugopal presidedover the function.
Second Green Film Festival
2nd Green Film Festival was conducted from 21st to 23rd June 2012 at the University StudentsCentre mini Theatre hall in association with the Information & Public Relation department andState Bio-diversity Board. 35 documentaries and short films depicting the need of protecting theenvironment were exhibited at the 3 day Film Festival. The second green film festival was inauguratedby Sri.K.C. Joseph, Honourable Cultural Minister, University Syndicate member Sri.R.S. Sasikumarpresided over the function. I&PRD Director Sri.A.Firoz, CACEE Director Dr. A.R Supriya,University union chairman Sri.M. Harikrishnan, Gandhian Studies Co-ordinators Sri.J.M.Rahim,Sri. A.R.Shafeeq spoke.
Nearly 1000 Delegates from various Educational Institution and general public participated. Dr.K.P. Laladhas, Member Secretary of Kerala State Bio-Diversity Board inaugurated the validictoryfunction. State Youth Welfare Board Vice Chairman Sri. P.S.Prasanth presided over the session.
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Self Employment Training
As part of aspiring the Gandhian ideal of ‘Grama Swaraj’, the free training programme for selfemployment conducted from 11th to 16th July 2012 at the University Students Centre was adifferent venture. The Free training programme was organised in association with Noorull IslamUniversity and Swadeshi Rural Development Centre. Nearly 300 unemployed youth and womenfrom various village participated in the training. The training was concentrated in the manufactureof paper bags, umbrellas, soap products etc.
The 6 day Free Training Programme was inaugurated by Sri. K.Muraleedharan M.L.A. Sri.J.M.Rahim presided the function. Syndicate Member Adv. S.P.Deepak delivered the keynoteaddress. Nehru Yuva Kendra District Youth Co-ordinator Sri.Ali Sabrin and A.R.Shafeeq spoke.
Gandhi photo Album
A photo Album depicting the life of Mahatma Gandhi was released on 17th July 2012 at theUniversity Senate Chamber. The photo Album was published by Gandhigram Books and Publishers,Kollam with the guidance of Centre for Gandhian Studies. This is a unique one and was releasedby Dr. A.Jayakrishnan, Vice-chancellor. All India Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi Chairman Sri. P. GopinathanNair received the first copy. Chairman of Gandhigram publishers Sri.C.Haridas Ex.M.P presidedover the function. Writer Sri.K.K.Vishnudas, Social Activist Sri.Peter, Adv.Sujatha Varma,Sri.P.N.Sreedharan, Smt.Sreeja Neyyattinkara, Sri.Gandhigram Shaji and J.M.Rahim spoke.
Debate on Independence Day
A debate was organised at the Gandhian Studies Centre Library Hall on August 15th in associationwith Gandhian Yuvajana Vedi were in the topic ‘Kashmir problem and the challenges’ was discussedat length. Sri. J.M Rahim, Coordinator of Gandhian Studies inaugurated the debate and presidentof Gandhian Yuvajana Vedi Sri. Vishnu JJ Nair (Mar Ivanios College) was the moderator. Sri. APPrejish (Mar Ivanios College) Sri. Jayaraj Kaimal (Dept. of Economics, Karyavattom) Sri. SRNandakumar (Young Journalist) Arundhathi (University College) Sri. Saran (Govt Law College)etc. participated in the debate.
Second Eco- Youth Festival
In order to propagate Unique Gandhian Slogan, ‘Earth has enough to satisfy every man’s need; butnot greed’, the second Eco-Youth Festival was organised at the University Students Centre from6th to 10th september 2012. The second Eco- Youth Festival was inaugurated by veteran Gandhian-socialist leader and former member of parliament Sri. P. Viswambaran. Sri. K MuraleedharanMLA presided over the function. Noted poet Prof. D Vinayachandran delivered the keynote address.University Syndicate member Smt. Jolly Sakaria and coordinator J.M Rahim spoke.
The 2nd Eco- Youth Festival was attended by about 2000 participants and extended over 5 days.There were 3 stages and 17 items with five sections beginning from lower primary to Collegelevel. The basic subject of all competitions in the Eco- Youth Festival was the protection of ecology.
Environmental photo exhibition
An environmental photo exhibition under the joint auspices of the Centre for Gandhian Studies andMalayala Manorama Daily was also organised in a special pavilion in the Eco- Youth Festivalvenue from 6th to 10th Sept 2012 were in Sri. K. Muraleedharan MLA inaugurated. The environmentalphotographs taken by the eminent photographers of Malayala Manorama were exhibited. Theexhibiting of photo gallery was also a special feature demonstrating the importance of the need formaintaining the ecological balance at large.
Valedictory Function
The Second Eco –Youth Festival concluded on 10th sept. 2012. Noted poet Prof. V MadhusoodananNair inaugurated the valedictory function. Prof. D Vinayachandran distributed the trophies andcertificates to the winners.
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Gandhi Jayanthi Competitions
Various competitions for college students were conducted during the Gandhi Jayanthi week at theVJT Hall, Trivandrum in association with Information and Public Relations Dept. and Directorateof Collegiate Education. The prize distribution was done by opposition leader Sri. VS Achuthanandanon 8th October 2012 at VJT Hall. I&PRD Addl. Director Sri. Jacob Samson presided over thefunction. Kerala Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi Secretary Prof. V Ramadas, Collegiate Education DeputyDirector and Gandhian Studies coordinator Sri JM Rahim spoke.
Gandhi Geetham Audio CD
A music album with the songs on Mahathma Gandhi named ‘Gandhi Geetham audio CD’ jointlyprepared by the Centre for Gandhian Studies and NIMS Heart Foundation was released by Sri. GKarthikeyan, Hon’ble Speaker of Kerala Legislative Assembly on 2nd october 2012 at the GandhiPark, East Fort, Thiruvananthapuram. Noted singer Padmabhooshan Dr. KJ Yesudas acceptedthe first CD. The musical CD contains the message of the Hon’ble Chief Minister Sri. OommenChandi. There are seven songs in the CD were in written by Gandhian Studies coordinator Sri JMRahim and University Students Centre Employee Sri. Jayadas. Gift Mementos were presented tothe musicians and singers by Yesudas at the releasing function. The ‘Gandhi Geetham Audio CD’is the first of its kind in Kerala.
Miscellaneous Programmes
During 2012 the Centre for Gandhian Studies associated with various Gandhian social activitiesconducted by various organisations. Gandhian Studies coordinator Sri. JM Rahim inaugurated theGandhi Jayanthi Celebration meeting on 5th October 2012 in the premises of District Jail, Poojappuraorganised by the Dist. Jail Authority.
Gandhian Studies coordinator Sri. JM Rahim presided over the Free paper bag distribution functionat the Palayam Saphalyam complex on 22nd October 2012 wherein noted poet Smt. B SugathaKumari inaugurated. The free paper bag supply programme was organised by the Institute ofManagement in Kerala, Karyavattom Campus in connection with the ‘Mania 2012’, their annualprogramme.
Gandhian Studies Coordinator Sri JM Rahim inaugurated the Anti- Plastic campaign programmeconducted by the NSS unit of SN College Chempazhanthi in December 2012 at Sreekariam. Healso inaugurated the Paper Bag Mela Exhibition at Varkkala Sivagiri premises organised by theGandhian Vanitha Vedhi, Attingal unit in December. He was also the chief guest of the GandhiJayanthi Meeting conducted by the St. Gregorios English Medium School, Nemom on 8th october2012. Sri. J.M Rahim also delivered a lecture on ‘Gandhian Principles of Education’ in All IndiaRadio on 26th september 2012.
The Centre for Gandhian Studies also associated as a co-organiser of the UGC sponsored NationalSeminar organised by the Post Graduate Dept. of History and Research Centre, SN CollegeChempazhanthi, Thiruvananthapuram on 20th and 21st March 2012. And also asociated with theInternational Seminar on ‘Gandhian Educational Principles and Practices for the Emerging GlobalScenario’ from 25th – 27th July 2012 organised by the Dr. NP Pillai Centennial Celebration Committeeat Gandhi Bhavan Thiruvananthapuram.
INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR KERALA STUDIES
Hon. Director: Dr. C. R. RajagopalanResearch Staff
Dr. Ravi Varma Sanal Kumar ThamburanDr. B. Sasidharan PillaiDr. M. VijayanDr. Jayakumari Kunjamma C. S
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International Centre for Kerala Studies
The International Centre for Kerala Studies (ICKS) was formally launched on 9th June 1988 andwas conceptualized as a premier institution for the generation of knowledge on Kerala and for thepromotion of better understanding of her multi-faceted tradition world-wide.
For more than two decades, the Centre has been making explorations mainly on Kerala Culture,History, Language and Literature. Now the task has been addressed in a five-fold manner: UndertakingResearch Programmes on specific themes, documenting classical and Folk Art Forms and facilitatingtheir stage performances, documenting our cultural Heritage, conducting short-term courses, discussionsand seminars, Publication of monographs and scholarly works.
A Brief Report of the Activities of the Centre 2012
Workshops and Seminars :
1. “THUDI”-Two-day National Seminar on Nattusangeetham, (Ethnomusicology) on 28th & 29thMarch, 2012. (1). Sarppampatu by Sudheer Mulloorkkara, (2). Sopanasangeetham by Dr. T. N.Vasudevan (3), Nandapattusangeetham by P. R. Ramesh (4), Kathakali Sangeetham by Dr. SadanamHarikumar.
2. “Kerala Meets Manipur”-two-day National Workshop/Seminar on Kalarippayattu (TraditionalMartial Art of Kerala) & Thang-Ta’ (Traditional Martial Art of Manipur), held on 20th and 21stJuly, with the joint auspices of Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi.
3. ‘Kavettam: Three day National seminar on Folklore conducted in association with Department ofMalayalam, University of Kerala, and Kerala Folklore Academy, Thrissur on 2012 December, 5, 6and 7 Department of malayalam, University of Kerala.
4. ‘Pamaram’ Three day national seminar on Inland Water Transport of Kerala conducted inassociation with Kerala State Pollution Control Board, Development of Aquatic Biology andDepartment of Bioinformatics.
Performance Workshop
1. Performance of ;Kalarippayattu (Traditional Martial Art of Kerala & ‘Thang-Ta’ (Traditional MartialArt of Manipur) on 20th and 21st July, 2012.
2. Conducted a Koodiyattam Performance in association with ‘Kootiyattam Kendra’ of SangeetNatak Akademi, New Delhi.
Special Talks and Lectures
1. “Folk Music of Rajasthan” a talk by Kuldeep Kothari, Roopayal, Jodhpur, on 6-2-2012 with thejoint auspices of the Department of Malayalam, University of Kerala.
2. “K. C. S. Panicker Centenary Lecture” by Prof. S. Ajayakumar, Principal, govt. Raja Ravi VarmaInstitute of Fine Arts, Mavelikkara, on 7th February, 2012.
3. “World Indegenous Day Celebration”, talk by Dr. Shaji Varkey, Assoc. Professor and Head,Department of Political Science, University of Kerala.
4. “Mathrubhasha dinacharanam” (Mother-tongue-day celebration), on 21st February, 2012., withthe joint auspices of the Department of Malayalam, University of Kerala.
Forth coming Publications
1. “Nagaradhana Keralathi (Ready for publication) by Dr. C. S. Jayakumari Kunjamma.
2. Porattunadakam, Nalleppilli Nadodi Nrutha Sangham, Trissur., on 22nd April, 2012.
Forthcoming Documentations
1. An Adivasi art form from Wayanadu
2. ‘Thira’ from Kozhikode
3. ‘Nangiar Koothu’
Film Screening
1. “Mahabharata Part I, directed by Peter Brook, on 31st January, 2012.
2. “Mahabharata Part II, directed by Peter Brook, on 8th February, 2012
3. “Rhuthm of Symbols”, documentary directed by P. K. Sreenivasan, 7-2-2012.
4. “Shakunthalam” directed by Betti Bernard on 18-5-2012.
5. Waiting for Godot (Godoye kaathu), directed by Samuel Becket, on 8-6-2012.
6. Lacho Drom (Safe Journey) (Sukha yathra) on 30-6-2012.
7. “digo garshya deepukal-america pidichathu”, directed by Fildjer, on 9-8-2012.
8. “Throne of Blood” (A Japanese version of Shakespear’s Mac Bath, by Akira Korasowa, on5-10-2012
Activities of Research Staff
1. Dr. Ravi Varma Sanal Kumar Thamburan
Prepared a Monograph on “Machattu Mamankam-Part II”
Paper Presentation;
“Koodiyattam”, Department of Sanskrit, University of Salicut, on 6th November, 2012.
Other Cultural Activities:
1. Member, Koodiyattam Review Committee, central Sangeet Natak Akademi,
New Delhi
2. Member, Advisory Committee of Koodiyattam, central Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi.
Dr. B. Sasidharan Pillai
1. Prepared a Monograph on “Folk-elements in Ezhuthacchan’s
2. Presented a paper on “Paradoxical Proverbs in Malayalam”, Department of Malayalam, Universityof Kerala, Kariavattam on 7th December, 2012.
Dr. M. Vijayan
Prepared a Monograph on Socio-Political Study of “Thrippappur Mooppu-Part II”
Dr. Jayakumari Kunjamma, C. S.
Prepared a Monograph on “Distionary of Technical Terms in Malayalam Grammar”.
DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT SERVICES
Hon. Director, Sri. V. Suresh Babu, (JR-in-charge of Registrar)
Departmental Activities
The Department of Student Services could successfully organize a number of student friendlyactivities during the year 2011-12. The major tasks undertaken by Department for the welfare ofstudents are documented below:
South Zone Inter-University Youth Festival at Chennai
A forty five member Kerala University Team had participated in the South Zone Inter-UniversityYouth Festival held at Sathyabama University, Chennai Tamil Nadu from August 18th to 22nd,
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2011 and exhibited remarkable performance by winning Championship in Music, Theatre, FineArts and the Over-all Championship. Our team had been qualified for the National Festival to beheld from at RTM University Nagpur Maharashtra
Inter-University National Youth Festival at Nagpur
Kerala University Team had won the Runner-up Trophy for the National Inter University YouthFestival at RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur for the first time in the history of the Festival. Theteam had won prizes in all the 7 events participated.
Students Group Personal Accident Insurance Scheme (SGPAIS)
Department had distributed an amount of Rs. 10 ,73,870/- (Rupees Ten Lakh Seventy Three EightHundred and Seventy only) to 16 students of various colleges who were met with accidents orwith unfortunate accidental death. Rs. 1,000/- (Rupees One thousand only) has been additionallysanctioned as ambulance charge for each death case.
Financial Assistance to Poor Students from SAF
Over 2000 applications for the SAF Scholarship for the current year had been processed fromvarious colleges and submitted for sanctioning.
Kerala University Union Activities Under this Department Kerala University Union Officebearers
Chairman Joshy John
General Secretary M.Rajeesh
Vice-Chairperson Abhimanyu. T. P
Vice-Chairman Aneesh. M. S
Vice-Chairman Anju Sekhar
Joint Secretary Akhil Krishnan
Joint Secretary Harsha Kumar
The swearing-in-ceremony of the Kerala University Union before the Hon'ble Vice-ChancellorDr. A. Jayakrishnan was held at University Senate Chamber on 3/09/2012.
The first General Council and budget session of the Union was held at Senate Chamber on 18/10/2012 a detailed discussion on the budget of the union was also made and the budget was passed.
Inauguration of the Kerala University Union 2012-13
The Inauguration of the Kerala University Union 2012-' 13 and was held at the Senate Hall on 19thOctober, 2012. The year-long activities of the Union was inaugurated by renowned PainterSmt.Kabitha Mukopadhyaya. This auspicious occasion was graced by Dr.A.Jayakrishnan, Hon.Vice-Chancellor and noted personalities from various walks of life. The Ganamela by Universitystudents and noted cine-play back singers enthralled the audience.
Prabhashana Parambara
The inauguration of the series of lectures was formally inaugurated.
Kaviyarangu
A Kaviyarangu was organized by the Union Renowned poets participated in it.
Keralappiravi Aghosham
A 5-day long Keralappiravi was celebrated. A big cultural procession was held by students ofvarious colleges under Kerala University.
Leadership Training Camp
Two Days Leadership Training Camp was conducted at Trivandrum for the college students,especially for the college union office bearers to inculcate the leadership qualities among them.
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Drama Festival
Two days Drama Festival was held at University College, Trivandrum
University Youth Festival
The Union has decided to conduct this year's University Youth Festival at Alappuzha.
Many other programmes like Tech Fest, Food Fest, Media Fest, Nadan Kala Mela, Sustainableenergy for all 2012, Vana Varsham, Magic Camp, Student Parliament, Webset, Literary Workshops,Literary Campus, Seminars on relevant topics, Kaviarangu, Kalajatha, Memorial Seminars, DifferentClubs for Music, film etc. will be done. Help desk to students, awards to winners, Reading room atthe Students Centre, etc. are planned for the year.
Sri. V. Suresh Babu, Director of Student Services (JR-in-Charge of Registrar) gave ample leadership,training and guidance to the various activities.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT CELL
Co-ordinator: Dr. J. Rajan
The financial support from the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India hadbeen stopped on 31st March 2011 for meeting the Manpower and administrative requirements ofED Cell. And as such no EDC Programmes were allotted to the ED Cell. of University of Keralafrom DST or MSME Department.
That is why no activities were undertaken during the year 2012.
Aproposal has been forwarded to the DST for allotting a Business Incubation Centre.
CENTRE FOR PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS
Director-in-charge: Dr. Raja G..
Centre for Performing and Visual Arts started functioning from 2007 onwards. The Centre wasfounded and Directed by Prof. (Dr.) Vayala Vasudevan Pillai who is no more. Now Dr. Raja G isthe Director-in-charge of the Centre. Other staff consists of a Technical Assistant (on contractbasis), a permanent peon and an Administrative officer-in-charge.
The Centre for Performing and Visual Arts is conducting an M.Phil Degree Course in TheatreArts & Film Aesthetics for Education. In 2012 batch 16 students applied for the Course in which10 students were selected (4 boys and 6 girls). One Schedule Caste and one GEC student are alsoin this batch. The course is having two semesters starting from November 1 st and ending onOctober 31 st of every year. Classes are taken by Lecturer -in-contract basis and guest faculties
In the year 2012, Three Major programmes were conducted by the Centre. In January 2012 aPractical Play training workshop was conducted by Mr. Gairo Vagasa from Colombia.
On 23rd May 2012, The William Shakespeare's Play 'Mid Summer Nights Dream' was staged atthe Senate Hall. Play translated by Sri. Kavalam Narayana Panikker. It was directed by Sri.Thulasidhara Kurup (National School of Drama, New Delhi) who has been actively working in theTheatre field for the last fifteen years, . The Play staged by the old students and ongoing studentsof the Centre.
Another eminent function was held on 13th September 2012 at the Senate hall in memory of thedeparted play writer and the founder Director of the Centre Dr. Vayala Vasudevan Pillai. The Play'Shava Mozhikal' written by Sri. K. N. N Namboothiri, a well known play writer and directed bySri. Kaladharan K. (National Award Winner for Theatre Acting) and enacted by the students ofthe Centre was performed in that function.
'Udambadi' the last drama written by Dr. Vayala Vasudevan Pillai was released by sri. D.Vinayachandran, poet. (This Play was directed by Dr. Raja G and performed by the Centre Students
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at Vylopilli Samskrithi Bhavan Thiruvananthapuram). The portrait of Prof. Valyala VasudevanPillai drawn by Sri. Kattor Narayapillai the former Fine Arts, College Principal, was inauguratedby Sri. Kanayi Kunjiraman in that function.
The drama 'Shava Mozhikal' was staged in Kollam, Theatre initiative Kerala south zoneNatakolsavam in September 2012.
The play' Aandu Bali' written and directed by Dr. Vayala Vasudevan Pillai , was performed inKannur National Theatre Festival of Kerala conducted by Depart of Information and PublicRelations, Government of Kerala. The Play staged by the old students and ongoing students of theCentre on 26th of December 2012 at Dist. Bank Auditorium, Kannur.
DEPARTMENT OF MALAYALAM LEXICON
Head of the Department Dr. C. G. Rajendra Babu (w.e.f) July 16, 2012
Staff Strength
Designation Male Female Total
Editor & Head 1 - 1
Technical Assistants 1 1 2
Administrative Officer - 1 1
Editorial Assistant 1 - 1
Data Entry Operator 1 - 1
Library Girl - 1 1
Activities
Preparation and Publication of Malayalam Lexicon, Volume IX is being prepared.
Noteworthy event
A three day National Seminar on Indian Lexicography - Theory and Practice was conducted from12th December to 14th December 2012.
UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION &GUIDANCE BUREAU
Cheif : Shri. V. Suresh Babu (Joint Registrar in charge of Registrar)
As per U.O. No. Ad DIII.2.53724/2012 dtd 4/12/2012 Sri. Joe Joseph, TC.11/2405, Sarwamangalam,Gate No 1 Post Office Line, Nalanchira, Thiruvananthapuram - 695 015 was appointed as Directorin Department of Publications, w.e.f. 06.11.2012.
The University Department of Publications is engaged in the Publications and sale of Text booksprescribed for University courses, the Department also undertakes the Publication and sale ofGeneral books of high academic and social relevance. During the year 2012 the Departmentpublished the following categories of books.
General Books
1. A Lioness in confinement & Cockoos Defence (Kumaranasan Poems-Translation)
The Department has participated in the International Book Fair at MG University Campus from13.01.2012 to 23.01.2012 organized by MG University and 20th New Delhi World Book Fair from24th February 2012 to 4th March 2012 organized by National Book Trust India, where we wereable to introduce our Publications before the Book Lovers, publishers, distributors and researchers.Enquiries from the public has been tremendous and the sale of Publication at the exhibition hasincreased.
The Department's Revenue from the sale of books and publications during the year 2012 was Rs.15,12,958/-. (Rupees Fifteen Lakhs Twelve Thousand Nine Hundred and fifty eight Only)
CENTRE FOR EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
Hon. Director, Dr. Theresa Susan A., Head, Dept. of Education
A concise report of the activities of the Centre for Educational Technology, Department of Educationenlisting the major activities of the Centre for the academic year 2012 is being submitted forinclusion in the University Annual Report 2012The Centre for Educational Technology from thevery day of its inception had been in an effort to keep the teacher education community abreastwith the latest trends in the field of Educational Technology. Though the prime emphasis is laid onEducational Technology . The general trends in the field of evolving science and technology too iskept in focus. The Centre had decided to improve its functioning by extending its support toresearchers in the field of Educational Technology and its related areas. It was also decided thatthe Centre should have a journal of its own as a tool for propagation of the latest in the field ofcommunication and educational technology to all members, teaching and learning, of the educationcommunity. With these aims the Centre for Educational Technology set out its activities in thefollowing areas.
Consultancy Services
The Centre for Educational Technology provided consultancy for those M.Ed, M. Phil. and Ph. D.scholars within and outside the University engaged in the preparation of technology supportedteaching – learning materials and interactive packages. ·The Hon. Director of the centre in consultation with several experts prepared the main frame ofthe Educational Technology syllabus for the M. Ed. Course scheduled to come into operation from2013 session onwards.
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The CET collaborated with the research Oriented programmes of the NGO ‘Researchers Guild ofInnovations’ spearheaded by Dr. K. R. Sivadasan, formerly Professor of Educational Technology,Department of Education, University of Kerala
Discussion Forum
The Centre in its efforts to strengthen the research in the field of Educational Technology broughttogether researchers from the Department of Education and other centres of research under theKerala University to engage in informal discussions among themselves and with certain visitingand available experts in the field on the possibilities and challenges of incorporating technology inthe field of Education. The Centre is indebted to eminent scholars and senior Professors like Dr.M. A. Sudhir, Dr. S. Krishnan, Dr. Karpaga Kumaravel, Dr. A. Sukumaran Nair, Dr. K. R. Sivadasan,Dr. Achuthsankar S. Nair to name just a few and collaborating organisations like EscubeTechnologies, CACEE – University of Kerala, Trinity Institute of Networking Technology, C Cubefoundation and AIRIO for directly or otherwise extending assistance to the Centre.
Proposed Journal of Educational Technology
The idea of starting a research journal had surfaced time and again as a need of the hour forsharing the ideas of the Centre regarding the latest trends in the field of Education Technology.The Centre held a meeting under the chairmanship of the Hon. Director with all its well wishers toseek the opinion of the teacher community on the scope and relevance of such a research journalin the light of umpteen journals and research publications presently available. The gathered wereof the opinion that the Centre must have a journal solely for the cause of Educational Technologyand should through it, justify its efforts to the scholarly community. Some scholars were also of theopinion that such a journal could prove to be an asset to those pursuing research in the fieldsrelating to Educational Technology.
Online Support and Media Library
Taking into account the speed of developments in the field of Science and Technology the Centrehad contemplated the scope of the Centre functioning as a nodal centre for providing Onlinesupport to researchers and students in the field of Educational Technology and related fields. Theresearch scholars who had recently presented their research volunteered to provide their researchthesis and research tools to a media centre if such a facility could be opened at the Centre forEducational Technology, Department of Education. This in addition to the support it would provideto the budding researchers would also avoid any repetition likely to occur in the field of research.For this purpose the Centre had chalked out a proposal and submitted to the staff council to beforwarded to the University and to the Government for the necessary sanctions and adequatefunding.
Representation in Seminars and Academic Events
The Hon. Director, CET participated as a resource person in a ‘Whet Workshop for Finalisingthe E-Content an Adolescent Health Education Package’ jointly organized by SPACE andCurriculum Development Centre, Dept. of Education from 12th October to 13th October 2012. Dr.Theresa Susan had been the General Convenor of the UGC sponsored National Conference on“Mahanama Madan Mohan Malaviya: A Great Visionary Educationalist of India” on 19th
and 20th of November 2012 at the Department of Education, University of Kerala. Also participatedin the National Seminar on “Multi disciplinary Approach to Disability Management” organizedby the Centre for Disability Studies, Government of Kerala.
Talks and Workshops
The Centre for Educational Technology, Department of Education organized a One Day Workshopon Internet Usage, Online Security and Ethics on 13th February 2013. This workshop aimed tobring about an awareness among the student teachers and research scholars on various issuespertaining to the safe and ethical use of internet. The workshop was treated with much enthusiasmby the student population and enabled the learners to understand the secrets of safe internet
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usage. The participants also developed strategies to impart this knowledge to the students in highschools. Among the other activities planned for the year but failed to be executed, due to severalconstraints, was a National Seminar. The plan to reinstall the language lab too was put on holdowing to insufficient funding. The Centre hasn’t received adequate funding from the universityand had to operate on advances made by the director. The request for basic furniture and twocomputers for the Centre too were not met by the University. Had these inadequacies been corrected,the Centre would have been able to function more effectively.
CENTRE FOR LEARNING DISABILITIES AND DIFFICULTIES
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, THYCADU
Hon Directror: Dr. Geetha Janet Vitus
Activities of Hon. Director
Publications:
Title of the Book/Research Paper Journal in which published and vol. No
Perception of Teachers towards the role Gurujyothi Research and Reflections,of character Education in Upper Vol. 6, No. 1 January 2012,Primary Inclusive Setting pg. no. 37-42 with ISSN 0976-0865.
Role of brain-based learning Proceedings of the National Seminar onin enhancing quality education Quality Role of brain-based Enhancement in
Teacher Education (Quite' 12) learning inenhancing organized by Sri. VenkateswaraCollege of quality Education EducationPuthukottai on 24th and 25th February 2012pg. no. 21-28 (ISBN 978-93-80481-12-8).
Dyslexia - A Boon or Bane: Some Facts Proceedings of the International Workshop-cum-Seminar on Making Inclusion Happen - Learningfor All Students organized and published by Centrefor Learning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLDD),Department of Education, University of Kerala onJanuary 11 & 12,2011 in pg. no. 38-49 (ISBN978893-80624-36-5) March 2012.
Effect of Image-based Approach for Proceedings of the International Workshop EffectImproving English Speaking Skills in of Image-Based Seminar on Making InclusionUpper Primary Inclusive Class Happen - Learning Approach for Improving for
All Students organized and published by CentreEnglish Speaking Skills in for Learning Disabilitiesand Difficulties (CLDD), Upper Primary InclusiveDepartment of Education, University of Keralaon January 11 & 12,2011 in pg. no. 87-93. (ISBN978893-80624-36-5) March 2012.
Perception of Teacher Educators Proceedings of the International Workshop-cum-regarding the Relationship between Seminar on Making Inclusion Happen - LearningLearning Disabilities and Social Skills for All Students organized and published by Centre
for Learning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLDD),January 11 & 12,2011 in pg. no. 94-99. (ISBN978893-80624-36-5) March 2012.
Application of Brain - Based Learning: Frontiers in Education and Research, bi-annualPerceptions on Higher Secondary School journal published by NVKSD College ofTeachers Education, Attoor with ISSN 2277-3576 in pg. no.
40-44. Vol. 1, Issue 2, July 2012.
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Participation in Conferences/Seminars:
Participated (in 8) and presented (6) papers in Seminars/Conferences in connection with CLDD.
Extra-Curricular Activities
1. Organizing and facilitating various interesting programmes related to different areas of learning
disabilities and difficulties.
2. Visiting various special education institutions.
Seminars, workshops and Conferences participated in connection with CLDD
1. Participated and Chaired a Session as Panelist in Paper Presentation in the International EducationMeet 2012 organized by Mar Theophilus Training College, in Collaboration with Council for TeacherEducation (CTE) from 5th to 7th January 2012.
2. Participated and presented Paper titled Role of Brain-Based Learning in Enhancing QualityEducation in the National Seminar on Quality Enhancement in Teacher Education (Quite' 12)organized by Sri. Venkatesvara College of Education Puthukottai on 24th and 25th February 2012.
3. Participated and presented a Paper titled Brain-Based Learning: A New Paradigm in Teachingand Learning in the National Seminar on Innovative Practices for Teacher Educators on May 9,
2012 organized by Kasthooribha Gandhi College of Education, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu.
4. Participated and delivered a Special Lecture on Innovative Practices need for Teacher Education
in the National Seminar on Innovative Practices for Teacher Educators on May 9,2012 organizedby Kasthooribha Gandhi College of Education, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu.
5. Participated as a Resource Person and Chaired a Session titled Innovative Practices throughValue Education in the National Seminar on Innovative Practices for Teacher Educators on May 9,2012 organized by Kasthooribha Gandhi College of Education, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu.
6. Attended the National Seminar on Speech Synthesis and its Applications held on July 9-11, 2012 at
Department of Linguistics University of Kerala, Karyavattom, Thiruvananthapuram.
7. Participated and presented a Paper titled Effectiveness of Digital Teaching for Vocabulary Acquisitionin English at Upper Primary Level in the UGC-sponsored National Seminar on Information and
Communication Technology in Education: Challenges and Innovations organized by Karmela RaniTraining College, Kollam on August 8 & 9, 2012.
8. Participated and presented a Paper Impact of Globalization on Human Rights in the WCCI 15thWorld Conference in Education on Educating for Peace and Harmony with the Earth and Ourselves
held at Kaohsiung, Taiwan in December 28,2012 to January 3, 2013.
Publication
1. Published an article titled Perception of Teachers towards the role of character Education inUpper Primary Inclusive Setting in the Gurujyothi Research and Reflections, Vol. 6, No. 1 January2012, pg. no. 37-42 with ISSN 0976-0865.
2. Published an article titled Role of brain-based learning in enhancing quality Education in theProceedings of the National Seminar on Quality Enhancement in Teacher Education (Quite' 12)organized by Sri. Venkateswara College of Education Puthukottai on 24th and 25th February 2012
pg. no. 21-28 (ISBN 978-93-80481-12-8).
3. Published a Paper titled Dyslexia - A Boon or Bane: Some Facts in the Proceedings of theInternational Workshop-cum-Seminar on Making Inclusion Happen - Learning for All Studentsorganized and published by Centre for Learning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLDD), Departmentof Education, University of Kerala on January 11 & 12, 2011 in pg. no. 38-49 (ISBN 978-93-
80624-36-5) March 2012.
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4. Published a Paper titled Effect of Image-Based Approach for Improving English Speaking Skills inUpper Primary Inclusive Class in the Proceedings of the International Workshop-cum-Seminar onMaking Inclusion Happen - Learning for All Students organized and published by Centre for LearningDisabilities and Difficulties (CLDD), Department of Education, University of Kerala on January11 & 12,2011 in pg. no. 87-93. (ISBN 97880624-36-5) March 2012.
5. Published a Paper titled Perception of Teacher Educators regarding the Relationship betweenLearning Disabilities and Social Skills in the Proceedings of the International Workshop-cum-Seminar on Making Inclusion Happen - Learning for All Students organized and published byCentre for Learning Disabilities and Difficulties (CLDD), Department of Education, University ofKerala on January 11 & 12,2011 in pg. no. 94-99. (ISBN 978-93-80624-36-5) March 2012.
6. Published a Paper titled Application of Brain-Based Learning: Perceptions on Higher SecondarySchool Teachers in the Frontiers in Education and Research, bi-annual journal published by NVKSDCollege of Education, Attoor with ISSN 2277-3576 in pg. no. 40-44. Vol. 1, Issue 2, July 2012.
Any noteworthy events
1. Published the Proceedings of the International Workshop-cum-Seminar on Making Inclusion Happen- Learning for All Students organized by CLDD in January 2011 on March 3, 2012 with ISBN 978-93-80624-36-5.
2. Various projects on learning disabilities and inclusive education in progress.
3. Research activities in developing multimedia programs to manage learning disabilities.
4. As the Executive Board Member of World Council for Curriculum and Instruction, the Hon.Director of CLDD participated and presented a Paper in the WCCI 15th World Conference inEducation on Educating for Peace and Harmony with the Earth and Ourselves held at Kaohsiung,Taiwan in December 28,2012 to January 3,2013 and visited various special education schools.
TECHNOLOGY AND RESOURCE CENTRE FOR MALAYALAM LANGUAGE
DEPARTMENT OF LIGUSTICS, UNIVERSITY OF KERALA, KARIAVATTOM,THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Hon. Director Dr S. A. Shanavas
Activities
Completing a major project titled "Lexical Resource for Malayalam - Creation and Maintenance"funded by the University Grants Commission.
The Honorary Director (TRCML) is acting as a language technology consultant for various agenciesand organizations.
Was one of the Members of the Joseph Mundassary Award Selection Committee, for selection ofBest writing by School teachers of the General Education Department, Govt. of Kerala. (2012)
Get Selected and Working as a Member of the Kerala State School Curriculum Committee.
Attended a meeting on Malayalam computing organized by Thunchat Ezhuthachan MalayalamUniversity as an expert
Publication
"Linguistic Approach to Holy Quran", in Glimpses of Holy Quran Adam Publications, New Delhi,2012.
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LIST OF AFFILIATED COLLEGES
ARTS & SCIENCE COLLEGES (Government / Aided)
Name of College Name of District Year of Estd.
1 University College, Palayam Thiruvananthapuram 1866
Phone No : 914722845 537 /2846 417, Fax : 91472846 418 E-mail : Iqbalcollege@rediffmail com Website : www. Iqbalcollege.com
Name of Principal : Sr M. Abodul Sathar
Number of Teaching Staff : 45
Number of Non Teaching Staff : 19
Number of Students : 882
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Courses Male Female Total
Degee course 315 504 819
Post Graduate Course 8 55 63
Total 323 559 882
Percentage of Pass : B.A. CE 60%, B. A. History 54%, B. Sc. 98%, B. Com. 48%,M. A. 100%,M.Com. 100%
SREE NARAYA COLLEGE CHEMPAZHANTHI, THIRUVANANTHAPURAMPhone No : 0471-2592077, Fax : (0471) 25966229
Name of Principal : Dr. B.Suresh kumar
Number of Teaching Staff : 73Number of Non Teaching Staff : 31Number of Students : 1688
Courses Male Female Total
Degree Course 531 1104 1635
PG Course 7 46 53
Total 538 1150 1688
Percentage of Pass : B.A.72%, B. Sc.87%, B. Com 84%, M. A. 100%, M. Sc.100%, M. Com
ST. XAVIER’S COLLEGE, THUMBA
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM-695 586
Phone No : 0471-2705254
Name of Principal : Dr. Fr. Sunny Jose. S. J.
Number of Teaching Staff : 33
Number of Non-Teaching Staff : 15
Number of students : 962
Courses Male Female Total
Degree Course 337 598 935
PG Course 5 22 27
Total 342 620 962
Percentage of Pass: Communication 80% B.A. History- 84%, B. A Economics 46%, B. Sc.Mathematics89%, B.Sc. Physics 87% B.Sc Chemisttry 72%, B.Sc.BBT 50%,B. Com 64% M.Sc. Physics 100%
CHRISTIAN COLLEGE, KATTAKADA(Affiliated to University of Kerala & Accredited by NAAC Grade B++)
Kattakada P. O., Thiruvananthapuram Dist.Phone No : Office: 0471-2290243, Principal: 0471-2290357
Name of Principal : Smt. Sasikala. C. V
Number of Non- Teaching Staff : 52
No. of Non-Teaching staff : 23
Number of students : 1210
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Courses Male Female Total
Degree Course 456 676 1132
PG Course 12 66 78
Total 468 742 1210
Percentage of Pass B. A. 66% , B. Sc. 82.6%, B.Com. 66.6%, M. A. , M. Sc., M. Com.
GOVT . COLLEGE, ATTINGAL
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Name of Principal : Dr. M. Dainudeen
Number of Teaching Staff : 33
Number of Non Teaching Staff : 17
Number of Students : 617
Courses Male Female Total
Degree Course 137 394 531
PG Course 8 78 86
Total 145 472 617
Percentage of Pass B.A. 76%, B. Sc.83%, B.Com. 74%, M.A. 100%, M.Com. 100%
GOVT . COLLEGE, NEDUMANGAD
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Name of Principal : Asha M.
Number of Teaching Staff : 23
Number of Non Teaching Staff : 19
Number of Students : 734
Courses Male Female Total
Degree Course 165 501 666
Post Graduate Course 12 56 68
Total 177 557 734
Percentage of Pass B. A. Economics 66%, BA History 69%, B. Com. 75%, B. Sc. Poly.
SREE NARAYANA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN (ESTD :1951)KOLLAM , KERALA - 691 001
Managed by the Sree Narayana Trust, Kollam Affiliated to the University of KeralaNAAC Accredited at the B+level, e-mail : principalsncw @gmail com [email protected]
Percentage of pass: B.A. - 58.03%, B.Sc. - 87%, B.Com. 75.3%, M.A. 90%, M. Sc., 96%, M. Com. 98%
St. GREGORIOS COLLEGE (Estd :1964)PULAMON. P.O. KOTTARAKARA, KOLLAM
Phone No : 0474-2650133
Name of Principal : Dr. P. K.Josekutty
Number of Teaching Staff : 54
Number of Non Teaching Staff : 26
Number of Students : 1043
Courses Male Female Total
Degree Course 266 692 958
PG Course 14 71 85
Total 280 763 1043
Percentage of Pass : B. Sc. Mathematics 96%, Physics 88%, Chemistry 90%, Botony 83%, Zoology76%, B. Com. 56%, B. A.Political Science53%, B. A. CommunicativeEnglish 38%, M. Sc. Mathematics 78%, Physics 75%, Chemistry 83%
Percentage of Pass B. A. History 76%, B A Literaure-76%, B. Com-70.15%, B Sc. Maths-96%,B. Sc. Physics-96.15%, B. Sc. Chemistry-91.30%, B. Sc. Botany-95.65%, B.Sc. Zoology 100%, B. Sc. Home Science-88.88% M A-100%, M Sc-100%
SANATANA DHARMA COLLEGE, Affiliated to University of Kerala (Accreditted with A Grade by NAAC)
Percentage of Pass :V Sem LLB (3Yr.) - 56.01%, VI Sem LLB (3Yr.) -37.34%, III Sem LLB (3Yr.) 67.64%, I SemLLB (Prior to 2011)- 41.6%, I Addl. Merc Sem LLB 58.33%, I(Prior to 98) LLB 83.33%, II Sem LLB- 46.8%, IV Sem LLM- 37.8%, IX Sem (5Yr.) LLB -69.82%, X Sem (5Yr.) LLB - 56.34%, III Sem(5Yr.) LLB - 40.75%, VII Sem LLB (5Yr.) - 62.7%, V Sem LLB 52.26%, I Sem (Prior to 2011-14.72%,III Mercy chance(98) Admn. 50%, III Mercy (Prior 98 Sdmn) 66.66%
LAW COLLEGE (Private )
THE KERALA LAW ACADEMY LAW COLLEGE (Estd :1968)PEROORKADA, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Percentage of Pass:- M. Sc.Bi-Informatics 100%, M. Sc. Electronics 92%, M. Sc. Computer Science90%, B. Sc. Computer Science 70%, BCA 80%, B. Sc.Electronics 74%,B. Sc. Botany and Bio-Technology 77%,B. Sc.Biochemistry and IndustrialMicrobiology 74%, B. Com.60%
HAJI C. H. MOHAMMED KOYA MEMORIAL COLLEGE FOR ADVANCED STUDIES(Affiliated to the University of Kerala)
Metca land, Chavarcode, Palayamkunnu, P. O., Vsrkala, Thiruvananthapuram Dist.-695 146Phone No : 0470-2667617, E-mail: [email protected]
Name of Principal : Prof. Dr. V. Babu
Number of Teaching Staff : 62
Number of Non Teaching Staff : 23
Number of Students : 992
Courses Male Female Total
Degree Course 428 372 800
PG Course 46 146 192
Total 474 518 992
Percentage of Pass B.Sc. C.S-39%, ELE : 8% , B.Com: CA-29%, TTM - 11%, M. A., M. Sc.,M. Com : Finance - 100%, BCA 17%, BBA 22%, MCA 52.2%
K V V S COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (Estd : 1995)(Affiliated to the University of Kerala)
Percentage of Pass : B.Sc.: Computer Science - 89.47%, Electronics - 53.65%, B. Sc.Biotechnology- 100%, B.Sc. Polymer Chemistry - 59%, B. Com with CA 55.73%, M. Sc.Electronics - 100%, M. Com.Finance 100%, M. Sc. Biotechnology-100%,M. Sc. Computer Science 100%
SREE VIDHYADHIRAJA COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCE (Estd : 1995)(Affiliated to the University of Kerala)
K T C T COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION (Estd : 2005)KADUVAYIL, THOTTACADU, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No : 0470-2693844 ,2615144 Email: www.ktctcte.org.
Name of Principal : Dr. S. SaralaNameber of Teaching Staff : 9Number of Non-Teaching Staff : 7Number of Students : 62
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Courses Male Female Total
B. Ed. 3 59 62
Percentage of Pass : B. Ed
NEW B.Ed COLLEGE (Estd : 2005)NELLIMOODU, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Phone No : 0471-2265558
Name of Principal : S. Shadanan Nair
Number of Teaching Staff : 13
Number of Non-teaching Staff : 6
Number of students : 130
Courses Male Female Total
B. Ed. 6 59 65
M. Ed. 4 31 35
Total 10 90 130
Percentage of Pass : B. Ed. Ist Semester - 100%, IInd Semester awaiting for Result, M.Ed. Ist Semesterawaiting for M. Ed. –93.33% IInd Semeste r awaiting for Result.
JAMEELA BEEVI MEMORIAL CENTRE FOR TEACHER EDUCATION (Estd : 2005)KAYAMKULAM, ALAPPUZHA
Percentage of Pass: B. Tech. S1S2 66.31% S4 52.66% S6 66.03% S8 76.19%
L B S INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY FOR WOMEN (Estd: 2001)POOJAPPURA, THIRUVANANTHAPURAMPhone No : 0471-2349232 Fax : 0471-2343395E-mail : [email protected], Web : lbsitw.ac.in
Name of Principal : Prof. Saheeda P. A.
Number of Teaching Staff : 36
Number of Non Teaching Staff : 34
Number of students : 1174 (2011)
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Courses Male Female Total
B Tech - 1174 1174
Percentage of Pass : 78%
MUSLIM ASSOCIATION COLLEGE OF ENGINEERINGVENJARAMOODU, PIN-695 607, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
JOSCO COLLEGE OF NURSING (Estd: 2005)EDAPPON, IRANIKUDY, PANDALAM, ALAPPUZHA
Name of Principal : Prof. Mrs. Evangeline JNumber of Teaching Staff : 36Number of Non Teaching Staff : 16Number of Students : 46
Course Male Female Total
B. Sc. Nursing 46
M. Sc. Nursing - - -
Total 46
Percentage of Pass: B. Sc. Nursing - Ist Year-50%, IInd Year-91%, IIIrd Year-69%, Ivth Year-100%
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CO-OPERATIVE COLLEGE OF NURSINGKARAKULAM P. O, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM - 695 564
Phone No. 0472-2886299, E Mail: cooperativenursingcollegeof [email protected]
Name of Principal : Mrs. Grace W
Number of Teaching Staff : 21
Number of Non Teaching Staff : 12
Number of Students : 233
Course Male Female Total
Degree Course 26 207 233
Percentage of Pass: B. Sc. Nursing - Ist YearSuppli. June 2012-50%, IInd Year Feb. 2012-91%, IIIrdYear Jan. 2012-69%, IVth Year Suppli. June-100% 3rd Year Suppli. October 201245%
NIGHTINGALE COLLEGE OF NURSINGGOVT. COLLEGE ROAD, NEDUMANGAD, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM -695 541
Percentage of Pass : I MBBS February 2012-19/32-59.38% (KUHS) I MBBS September 2012-67/89-75.28% (KUHS) I MBBS September 2012-2/2-100% (KU) II MBBS May 2012-72/88-81.82% (KU)
PHARMACY COLLEGES
DALE VIEW COLLEGE OF PHARMACY AND RESEARCH CENTRE (Estd: 2003)PUNALAL, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Subject No:Appeared Grade A Grade B Total % of pass
Performing & Visual Arts 16 15 1 16 100.00
Environmental Sciences 7 6 1 7 100.00
Aquatic Biology & Fisheries 10 10 - 10 100.00
Physical Education 6 6 - 6 100.00
Mathematics 9 9 - 9 100.00
Physics 10 10 - 10 100.00
Demography 13 13 - 13 100.00
Chemistry 5 5 - 5 100.00
Botany 7 6 1 7 100.00
Zoology 4 4 - 4 100.00
Nanobiology 3 3 - 3 100.00
Islamic Studies 4 1 3 4 100.00
Political Science 10 6 2 8 80.00
Bio-Chemistry 6 6 - 6 100.00
Psychology(Learning Disbilities) 10 6 4 10 100.00
Psychology(Consulting) 8 6 2 8 100.00
Sociology 4 1 3 4 100.00
Education 6 6 - 6 100.00
English 5 5 - 5 100.00
Malayalam 6 6 - 6 100.00
Tamil 2 2 - 2 100.00
Arabic 8 8 - 8 100.00
Controller of Examinations
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RESULTS OF B. A. EXAMINATIONS
FOR THE YEARS FROM 2006 TO 2012
STUDENTS APPEARED STUDENTS PASSED
Years
No. of Stu
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11936
5566
11737
6851
12077
7867
11618
6932
12041
5578
10835
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Students appeared Students passed
Years
No. of Stu
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9000
6301
4750
6457
5560
7186
5216
8105
60946190
4682
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6698
5331
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FOR THE YEARS FROM 2006 TO 2012
Years
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Students appeared
Students passed
18000
20000
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9198
2955
12933
5560
12920
5216
12647
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Problems in the Translation of Poetry:
A Comparative Study Based on the
English Translations of Kumaran
Asan and Vallathol and the
Malayalam Translations of Shelley
and Eliot
Information needs, use pattern and
use behaviour of users in the
Women Libraries in Kerala: An
analytical study
The difference of Modernity and the
Repetition of Tradition in Nineteenth
century Kerala: A critical study of
Missionary Narratives and Colonial
Administrative Writings.
Screening the Text: Adaptation and
Appropriation in the Films of Akira
Kurosowa and Francis Ford Coppola
16.02.2012
29.03.2012
14.05.2012
20.06.2012
LIST OF SCHOLARS AWARDED DEGREE OF PH.D. DURING 2012
The following Research Students and candidates were declared by the Syndicate of the University of Kerala for the award ofPh.D. Degree in the subjects and faculties noted against their names during the year 2012.
FACULTY OF ARTS
Dr. S. Sreenivasan
Former HOD of English,
S. N College,
Kollam
Dr. G. Devarajan
UGC Emeritus Fellow,
Department of Library &
Information Science,
University of Kerala,
Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Thomas Kuruvila,
Associate Professor
Department of English
University College,
Thiruvananthapuram.
Dr. B. S. Jamuna
Associate Professor,
Institute of English,
University of Kerala,
Thiruvananthapuram
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Sl. Reg. Name Name & address Subject Title of the Thesis DateNo. No. of the Supervising Teachers of study of Award
22 4716 Sajith. S. J. Sasi“Swargam”,Winners Nagar,Vazhayila, Peroorkada P.O,Thiruvananthapuram – 695 005
ManagementStudies
Malayalam
Malayalam
Sanskrit
Hindi
Hindi
A Strategic performance reviewmodel for ISO 9001 certified largescale Coir Industries – A case studyapproach at M/S TravancoreCocotuft (P) Ltd., Sherthalai,Alleppey
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Devi Bhagavata Purana – A Study
Manjul Bhagat Ka Katha Sahitya
Dayaprakash Sinha Ke NatakomMem Samvedana Aur Silpavidhan
84 4869 Iraj Mazareic/o Dr. K.M. Sajad IbrahimAssociate Professor,Department of Political Sciences,University of Kerala, Kariavattom,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. M. KuttappanDirector (Retd),Directorate of Economics &Statistcs, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Shaji VarkeyHead,Department of Political Science,University of Kerala, Kariavattom,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. M. M. ThampyReserch Guide,University of Kerala,
Dr. Rita KrishnanAssociate Professor (Retd),Department of Psychology,University College,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. H. Sam Sananda RajHOD (Rtd),Department of Psychology,University of Kerala
Dr. Raju. SProfessor & Head,Department of Psychology,University of Kerala,Kariavattom
Growth of Motor Vehicles in Indiawith special reference to Kerala
Trade Unionism among Toddyworkers in Kerala
Microlevel Planning of HealthServices in Kerala
A study on the prevalence ofattention deficit disorder amongprimary school population ofBousher City, Iran and theeffectiveness of behaviour therapyand play therapy in its treatment
Effect of Child-rearing practices onStress Tolerance and Problemsolving among teenagers
Effect of Guidance and Counsellingon Secondary and Higher SecondaryStudents: An analytical study
23.08.2012
23.08.2012
27.09.2012
27.09.2012
27.09.2012
27.09.2012
Economics
PoliticalScience
Economics
Psychology
Psychology
Psychology
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92 4858 Maria Padma. W. MirandaHouse No. 32, Akshaya Nagar,Kadapakkada, Kollam – 691 008
93 4810 Vrinda Mohan. PT C 6/239(4), Shivakripa,NRRA. D. 19, Netaji Road,Vattiyoorkavu,Thiruvananthapuram – 695 013
94 4861 Mohammad SheikhianiEducational Organization,Boushehr City,Iran
Dr. Raju. SProfessor & Head,Department of Psychology,University of Kerala,Kariavattom
Dr. Manu BhaskarProfessor & Head (Rtd),Department of Sociology,University of Kerala,Kariavattom
Dr. Bindu. PAssistant Professor,Department of Psychology,University of Kerala,Kariavattom
Dr. B. DharmangadanProfessor & Former HOD,Department of Psychology,University of Kerala,Kariavattom
Dr. S. ThajudeenReader in Economics,Institute of Distance Education,University of Kerala
Dr. K. T. Mohammad AliHOD (Rtd),Department of Islamic Studies,University of KeralaKariavattom
Effect of Relaxation on thePerformance of Female Atheletes: AnIntervention Study
Hospitality Industry: The impact ofTourism on the coastal area ofKovalam in Kerala
Efficacy of cognitive behaviourtherapy in the management of stressamong newly admitted teacherstudents of Bentolhoda TeacherEducation Centre, Boushehr, Iran
Developmental Dyscalculia –Identification and Remediation
Employment Income Entitlement andEmpowerment: A case study ofwomen in selected activities
Changing roles and coping strategiesof Gulf returnee Muslim WomenMigrants in Kerala
Dr. A. BasheerAssociate Professor,Department of Political Science,University of Kerala,Kariavattom
Dr. M. K. GeorgeResearch Guide,Loyola College of Social Sciences,Sreekariyam,Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. K. Jose BobanReader,Loyola College of Social Sciences,Sreekariyam,Thiruvananthapuram
PoliticalScience
Social Work
Sociology
Iran’s Nuclear Programme: TheUnited States Response
Counselling in Schools: Provisionsand Prospects – A Study of Schoolsin Kerala
Pre-marital Sexual Practices andMedical Termination of Pregnancy inKerala – A Psycho-Social Analysis
31.12.2012
31.12.2012
31.12.2012
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The following Research Students and candidates were declared by the Syndicate of the University of Kerala for the award ofPh.D. Degree in the subjects and faculties noted against their names during the year 2012
Sl.No. Name of the Candidates Name of the Supervising Teachers Subject/Reg.No. Title of the thesis
67 Divya. K.P.C/o. Dr. A. Ajayaghosh,Photosciences & Photonics ,CSTD, NIIST, Pappanamcode.Trivandrum.19.
Dr. K. DhevendranProfessor,School of Chemical and Biotechnology,Sastra University,Thanjavur, T.N. 613007.
Dr. S. Suma,Associate Professor,Dept. of Chemistry,S.N. College, Varkala.
Dr. M.D. AjithabaiReader in Chemistry,M.G. College,Trivandrum.
Dr. K. George ThomasScientist, Photosciences & Photonics,NIIST, Industrial Estate. P.O.,Trivandrum.19.
Dr. P.P. OusephScientist F, Former Head,CSD, CESS, Akkulam.,Trivandrum.
Prof. Thrivikrimaji. K.P.UGC Emeritus Fellow,Department of Geology,Kariavattom.
Dr. A AjayaghoshScientist H, Chemical Sciences &Technology Divn, NIIST,Pappanamcode, Trivandrum.19.
AquaticBiology &Fisheries8189
Chemistry8303
Chemistry8369
Chemistry8351
Microbiology8381
Geology8386
Chemistry8372
“Production and expression ofstreptomycetes gene-probiotic tovibrios and aeromonads and fish healthmanagement”
“METAL COMPLEXES OF BIOLOGICALLY
ACTIVE MOLECULES”
“Phytochemical studies on somemedicinal plants”
“SYNTHESIS AND PHOTOPHYSICALPROPERTIES OF II-VI SEMICONDUCTORNANOSTRUCTURES”
“Distribution and relative abundance ofVibrio cholerae in relation tohydrography, plankton and benthos : Acase of Veli-Greater Kochi coastal tract”
“Petrography, Chemistry and evolutionof soils from two contrastingenvironments”
“ D O N O R - A C C E P T O R - D O N O R ( D - A -D)TYPE SMALL MOLECULES ANDOLIGOMERS : PHOTO PHYSICALPROPERTIES, ANALYTE RESPONSES ANDCONFORMATIONAL CHANGES”
2. Dr. V. George (co-guide),Director, Amity Inst. ofPhytochemistry & Phytomedicine,Ambalamukku, Trivandrum. 695005.
Dr. I. Hubert JoeAssociate Professor, Dept. of Physics,Mar Ivanios College, Trivandrum.
Dr. E.A. Siril,Asst. Professor, Dept. of Botany,University of Kerala, Kariavattom.
Dr.M.C. Subbash Peter,Professor, Dept. of Zoology,University of Kerala, Kariavattom, Tvpm.
Dr. Mary GeorgeAssociate Professor, Dept. ofMathematics, Mar Ivanios College, Tvpm.
Dr. P. NatarajanProfessor & Head, Dept. of AquaticBiology & Fisheries,University of Kerala, Kariavattom, Tvm.
Dr. A. Bijukumar,Associate Professor & Head,Dept. of Aquatic Biology & Fisheries,University of Kerala, Kariavattom.
“CHEMISTRY AND BIOACTIVITY OFMEDICINAL MUSHROOMS ANDAROMATIC PLANTS”
“Spectral analysis and ab initioComputations of certain Nonlinearorganic crystals”
“STUDIES ON IMPROVEMENT OFANNATTO (BIXA ORELLANA Linn.) ANDPRODUCTION OF QUALITY PLANTINGMATERIALS USING BOTHCONVENTIONAL AND BIO-TECHNOLO-GICAL TOOLS”
“Mitochondria – rich cells and irontransport in fish gills”
“A Study on Matrix and Bi – MatrixGames with Fuzzy Goals and Fuzzy Pay-offs”
“Studies on the ecobiology of Poonthuraestuarine ecosystem along South-WestCoast of India”
“STUDIES ON THE DIVERSITY OFMARINE ORNAMENTAL FISHES OFKERALA COAST”
Dr. T.S. AnirudhanProfessor & Head, Dept. of Chemistry,University of Kerala, Kariavattom.
1. Dr. V.S. Prasad,Technical Officer,NIIST, Trivandrum.
2. Dr. Sam Solomon,Associate ProfessorSt. Johns College,Anchal.691306
1. Dr. Manoj,Raama Varma,Scientist.E.II Fine Ceramics,MMD,NIIST,Trivandrum.
2. Dr. C. Pavithran,Scientist G.(Rtd.), NIIST,Trivandrum.
Dr. K. Mohanan,Professor, Dept. of Chemistry,University of Kerala,Kariavattom.
Dr. K.N. Rajasekharan,Professor, Department of Chemistry,University of Kerala,Kariavattom.
Dr. S. Seeni,Head, Biotechnology Divn.,TBGRI, Palode,Trivandrum.
Chemistry 8375
Chemistry 8390
Chemistry8265
Chemistry8347
Chemistry8391
Botany8285
“Adsorptive Removal of Heavy metalIons and Phenols from IndustrialEffluents using Modified Cellulose andActivated Carbons : Mass TransferProcess and Equilibrium Modelling”
Dr. Pradeep Kumar. GScientist FRGCB,Trivandrum. 14.
Dr. Sabu ThomasScientist C, Dept. of MolecularMicrobiology, RGCB, Trivandrum.
Dr. D.S. JayaSr. Lecturer, Dept. of EnvironmentalSciences, University of Kerala
Prof. Ashok pandeyDeputy Director, Biotechnology Divn.,NIIST, Trivandrum.
Dr. K.G. GopchandranAsst. Professor, Dept. of Optoelectronics,University of Kerala.
Bio-technology8233
Bio-Technology8118
Bio-technology8223
Bio-technology8343
Environmen-talSciences8078
Bio-Technology6269
Opto-Electronics8253
“Bio-prospecting of selected medicinalplants for Hepatoprotective and anti-hepatitis B-Virus (HBV) properties andconstruction of a screening system forhigh throughput anti-HBV drugScreening”
“Investigation of functional role of CKSI,a subunit associated with proteasomemachinery, in cancer cell cycle and itsSignificance in cancer chemotherapyresponse and oral cancer Progression.”
“Molecular and FunctionalCharacterization of testes expressedNOX in relation to sperm development”
“Molecular characterization of theenvironmental strains of vibrio choleraeisolated from the aquatic sources inSouthern Kerala”
“Studies on the Physiological andBiochemical changes in Roadsidegreeneries subjected to Environmentalstress”
“Microbial Production of Leucineaminopeptidase”
“STUDIES ON SYNTHESIS ANDCHARACTERIZATION OF GOLDNANOPARTICLES FOR PLASMONICAPPLICATIONS”
9.3.2012
9.3.2012
9.3.2012
9.3.2012
29.3.12
29.3.12
29.3.12
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109 Lissy Anto. P
St. Joseph,s Convent,
Srinjalakuda. P.O.,
Thrissur.Dist. 680121
110 Betsy Sheena Cherian
C/o.Kunjumol Joy
Vadakecharuvi House,
Nariyapuram. P.O.Kaipattoor.via,
Pathanamthitta.689513
111 Thomas Sannu Ann
Mukkattu House,
Near Arch Bishops House
Changanacherry.686101,
Kottayam.Dist.
112 Sanal kumar. R.S
Sunil Nivas, Vettinadu,
Vattappara. P.O.
Trivandrum-695028
113 Binoy Babu
Chenganjideth, 3B Cottage,
Karthikapally. P.O.,
Aleppey 690516
114 Bhavya. B.C
Sthuthi House, Urallur.P.O.,
Koyilandi Bazar, Koyilandi
Dr.Achuthsankar S. Nair
Hon. Director,
Centre for Bioinformatics,
University of Kerala.
Achuthsankar S. Nair
Hon.Director,
Centre for Bioinformatics
University of Kerala.
Dr. Suparna Sengupta
Scientist E.1, Dept. of integrated Cancer
Research RGCB,
Trivandrum.695014
Dr. Jackson James
Scientist CNeurobiology Division,
RGCB, Tvm.14.
Dr. Vinayaka Hegde
Sr. Scientist, Divn. Of Crop protection
CTCRI, Trivandrum.
T.R. Santhosh KumarScientist E.I, Apoptosis Cell Signalinggroup, Dept. of Cancer Biology,RCCB, Trivandrum.
Dr. B. PushpaProfessor & Head, Dept. of Music,University of Kerala.
Dr. B. PushpaProfessor & Head, Dept. of Music,University of Kerala.
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Dr. B. Suresh,Principal, Govt. Institute of Advancedstudy in Education,Palace Road, Thrissur.680020
Dr. K.T. Joseph,Former Pricipal,Mar Theophilus Training College.
Dr. B. SureshPrincipal, Govt. Institute of advancedStudies in Education, Thrissur.
Music8187
Music8050
Music8208
Education8179
Education8239
Education8218
“A Study on the Literary and Musicalexcellances in the compositions ofRamanathapuram Srinivasa Ayyangar”
“A Study of the Compositions in praiseof Goddess Saraswathi”
“A study on allied ragas”
“Effectiveness of an Instructionalmaterial in Biological Science Based onDiscovery Learning Model for FosteringScience Process Skills, ScientificCreativity and Science Curiosity inHigher Secondary Students”
“A Comparative Study of ComputerAssisted Instructional Model inLearning Algebra with ConventionalMethod at the Secondary Level inKerala”
Dr. Theresa Susan. AReader & Head, Dept. of Education,University of Kerala
Dr. Asha. J.VAsst. Professor, Dept. of Education,University of Kerala
Dr. B. SureshPrincipal,Govt. Inst. For Advanced Study inEducation, Thrissur.680020
Dr.G.R. Santhosh Kumar,Associate Professor & HOD,Govt. College of Teacher Education,Trivandrum.695014
Dr. A. Sudharma,Professor & Head, School of PedagogicalSciences, M.G. University
Dr. P. Viswanadhan Nair (Dean, Faculty of Education),Professors & Head (Rtd.),Dept. of Education
Dr. P.M. JaleelProfessor & Director,School of Pedagogical Sciences,M.G. University, Kottayam.
Education8036
Education8308
Education8152
Education8316
Education8307
Education 8387
Education8096
“Effectiveness of Hypermedia inScaffolding the Drawing Skills ofstudents in Zoology at HigherSecondary Level”
“Developing and Validating onMultimedia learning Package in Physicsusing Constructivist learning strategieswith special reference to some selectAffective Variables”
“Preparation and Testing of DiscoveryLearning Model for Learning HindiGrammar at Secondary School Level”
“Development of instructional packagesfor Vocational Higher Secondary SchoolStudents for enhancing the awarenesson fresh water ornamental fish cultureand aquarium maintenance”
“Socio Psychological Correlates ofCognitive Ability with Special Referenceto Institutionalised Children in Kerala”
“A Study of Mathematical creativity ofsecondary school pupils in Relation totheir self concept and Adjustment”
“A study on the Relationship betweenstress and Academic Achievement inSecondary school students”
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