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The Department of Life Sciences at the University of Calicut was established in February 1978, towards the end of the fifth plan period, with support from the University Grants Commission (UGC). It originated from a proposal to promote integrated teaching and research in Physiology, Biochemistry, and Microbiology, an interdisciplinary approach strongly recommended by a UGC review committee that has since proven highly effective.

 

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Dr. Denoj Sebastian

Professor,
Department of Life Sciences,
University of Calicut, Thenjipalam,
Kerala – 673635, Phone 9744444361
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Administrative Responsibilities 

  1. Registrar, University of Calicut (12-02-2025 to 08-05-2026)
  2. Head, Department of Life Sciences, University of Calicut (23-09-2024 to 10.03.2025)
  3. Member Senate, Cochin University of Science and Technology
  4. Director, Directorate of Admissions, University of Calicut (Dec 2019 to Feb 2025)
  5. DBT nominee, Institutional Biosafety Committee, NIT Calicut (28-02-2020 onwards)
  6. DBT nominee, Institutional Biosafety Committee, Central University of Kerala, Kasargod (12-02-2021 Onwards)
  7. Subject Expert, Institutional Biosafety Committee, Kannur University(2026 Onwards)
  8. University Nominee to the Governing Body, St.Thomas College (Autonomous), Thrissur

Qualifications

  1. UGC-CSIR NET
  2. Ph.D in Microbiology (January 2007), University of Calicut
  3. M.Sc. Microbiology (2000) University of Calicut (First Rank)
  4. Training in “Animal tissue culture and related viral techniques” from National Institute of Virology, Pune (20-05-2002 to 28-06-2002)
  5. Training in “Molecular techniques in Microbiology” from Kerala Agricultural University(02-12-2010 to 15-12-2010)

Publications

  1. James T, Rahiman K.M. M, Sebastian D, Rani S S, M.D D and Prakasam Thanka P (2026) Effect of IgY antibody coated fish feed in preventing motile Aeromonas septicaemia in Ctenopharyngodon idella: a histopathological perspective. Front. Immunol. 17:1885532.(IF: 7)https://doi.org/10.3389/fimmu.2026.1885532

  2. Renu Indhikkattu Chittoor, Denoj Sebastian, Harikumaran Thampi Balakrishnan Saraswathi, Innovations In in Silico Assessment of Quercetin: Anti - Inflammatory Perspectives, Int. J. of Pharm. Sci., 2026, Vol 4, Issue 5, 5257-5277.  https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20309501

  3. Pooja Sankaranarayanan, J. Parvathy, Aarya Sreedevi, Denoj Sebastian & Suchithra Tharamel Vasu. In vitro and in silico validation of the therapeutic potential of Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) oil through GC/MS integrated profiling, and molecular dynamic simulation. In Silico Pharmacol. 14, 105 (2026). (IF: 2.5).  https://doi.org/10.1007/s40203-026-00610-x

  4. Skariyachan, S., Nair, A.G.S., Sebastian, D. et al. Integrative AI and Molecular Simulation Reveal Andrograpanin as a Potent Dual Inhibitor of EYA1 and TFAP2A in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. J Pharm Innov 21, 511 (2026). (IF: 3).  https://doi.org/10.1007/s12247-026-10731-7

  5. Skariyachan, S., Mathamangalath, G. K., Sebastian, D., & Sreejith, K. Molecular docking and dynamics simulations identify marine sponge–derived Halenaquinone as a promising STAT4 modulator for rheumatic heart disease. SAR and QSAR in Environmental Research,(2026). 1–26. (IF: 2.4).  https://doi.org/10.1080/1062936X.2026.2631015

  6. Smitha Chacko, Emmanuel Simon, Denoj Sebastian. Bioprocess optimization of L-glutaminase production by a novel Klebsiella pneumoniae strain SCPRC using response surface methodology. Preparative Biochemistry and Biotechnology LPBB.(2026)(IF: 1.9).  https://doi.org/10.1080/10826068.2025.2607434

  7. Skariyachan, S., Niranjan, V., Setlur, A. S., Vijayan, S., & Sebastian, D. Integrative computational approaches in the quest for novel Ebolavirus therapeutics. Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery, 1–15. (2026)(IF: 6.3).  https://doi.org/10.1080/17460441.2025.2605348

  8. Abdul Bari K. K,Rasiya K. T, Denoj Sebastian. Correlation of biofilm-associated genes and phenotypic detection methods in multidrug-resistant clinical Escherichia coli. Indian Journal of Microbiology Research (2025);12(4)(IF: 2.5).  https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijmr.13100.1765344808

  9. Thushara James, K.M Mujeeb Rahiman, Denoj Sebastian, S Suja Rani, M.D Dinesh. In-vitro evaluation of IgY Antibodies against Aeromonas caviae and Cross-reactivity with Aeromonas hydrophila. The Microbe (2025)(IF: 1.9).  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.microb.2025.100652

  10. Pooja Sankaranarayanan, Aarya SreedevI, J. Parvathy, Denoj Sebastian, and Suchithra Tharamel Vasu. Exploring the Antimicrobial Perspective of Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus) Oil Through GC/MS-based Compound Identification, Molecular Docking, and MD Simulation Insights. Journal of Computational Biophysics and Chemistry.(2025)(IF: 2.3).  https://doi.org/10.1142/S2737416526500316

  11. Sinosh Skariyachan, Jyotsna Jyothindran Kelambeth, Denoj Sebastian, Naracham Veettil Vinod, Narayanappa Rajeswari,Boeravinone Derivatives from Boerhavia diffusa Potently Target GMP Synthase in Drug-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii: An AI-Guided In Silico Approach to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance, Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications (2025) (IF: 2.2).  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bbrc.2025.152630

  12. Sinosh Skariyachan, Swathi Vijayan, Denoj Sebastian, Vinod Naracham Veettil, Narayanappa Rajeswari, Rachana Kaitheri Edathil, Structure-based identification of dual targeting lead inhibitor to Marburg virus glycoprotein and Chandipura virus nucleoprotein: Insights from molecular docking, dynamics and binding free energy analyses. Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications. Volume 776 (2025) (IF: 2.2).  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bbrc.2025.1522392

  13. James, T., Rahiman KM, M., Sebastian, D., S, S. R., & MD, D. The combinational effect of avian IgY antibodies and broad-spectrum antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and chloramphenicol) in vitro reduces the incidence of Aeromonas hydrophila. Journal of Applied Aquaculture, 1–16.,(2025). (IF: 1.3).  https://doi.org/10.1080/10454438.2025.2478842

  14. Paulson, Honeymol K., Simon, Emmanuel, Radhakrishnan, Supriya and Sebastian, Denoj. "Enterobacter cloacae strain isolated from wastewater, a potential candidate for formulation of bioremediation strategies" Pure and Applied Chemistry, (2025). (IF: 0.9).  https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2024-0341

  15. Nithya Jayan, Sinosh Skariyachan, Denoj Sebastian. The escalated potential of the novel isolates of Bacillus cereus NJD1 for effective biodegradation of LDPE films without pre-treatment.Journal of Hazardous Materials. (2023) (IF: 14.224).  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.131623

  16. Thushara James, K.M. Mujeeb Rahiman,Denoj Sebastian, S. Suja Rani and M.D. Dinesh. Growth inhibitory properties of specific anti-A. hydrophila IgY antibodies- A promising approach for the prevention of Aeromonas infection in farmed fish. Indian Hydrobiology. 22(2): 211–220, (2023). 

  17. Preenanka R, Denoj Sebastian. Characterization of green synthesized antibacterial silver nanoparticles from Amaranthus spinosus L. Extract. Bionanoscience. (2022) (IF: 2.305).  https://doi.org/10.1007/s12668-022-00965-3

  18. Abhini KN, Akhila B Rajan, Fathimathu Zuhara K and Denoj Sebastian. Response surface methodological optimization of L-asparaginase production from a medicinal plant endophyte Acinetobacter baumannii ZAS1. J Genet Eng Biotechnol 20, 22 (2022). (IF: 2.93, Scopus CiteScore 5.5) https://doi.org/10.1186/s43141-022-00309-4

  19. Ambili M, Denoj Sebastian. Evaluation of sensitivity and cost effectiveness of molecular methods for the co-detection of waterborne pathogens in India., Marine Biotechnology, 2021 (IF: 3.6). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10126-021-10078-9

  20. Rasiya K.T, Denoj Sebastian. Iturin and surfactin from the endophyte Bacillus amyloliquefaciens strain RKEA3 exhibits antagonism against Staphylococcus aureus, Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 2021, 102125, ISSN 1878-8181. (IF:3.218, Scopus CiteScore 3.9) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bcab.2021.102125

  21. Sreena C.P., Denoj Sebastian. Arecanut husk: A potential feedstock for enhanced production of endoglucanase by Bacillus subtilis MU S1. Environmental Technology & Innovation. Volume 19, August 2020, (IF: 7.758, Cite Score 5.7) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eti.2020.100989

  22. MC Sereena, D Sebastian. Cloning, expression and characterization of the anticancer protein azurin from an indigenous strain Pseudomonas aeruginosa SSj". International Journal of Peptide Research and Therapeutics. 2019. (IF: 1.931) https://doi.org/10.1007/s10989-019-09924-1

  23. Sreena C.P., Denoj Sebastian. Jackfruit outer rind: A sustainable feedstock for fermentable sugar production using recombinant endoglucanase from Bacillus subtilis MU S1. Environmental Technology & Innovation. Volume 16, November 2019, (IF:7.758, Cite Score 5.7)) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eti.2019.100448

  24. Ambili M and Denoj Sebastian. Assessment of bacteriological quality of drinking water from North Kerala, India. Biosci. Biotech. Res. Comm. 12(2): 239-244 (2019). DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21786/bbrc/12.2/5

  25. MC Sereena, D Sebastian. Evaluation of Anticancer and Anti-hemolytic Activity of Azurin, a Novel Bacterial Protein from Pseudomonas aeruginosa SSj. International Journal of Peptide Research and Therapeutics,(2019) 1-8. (IF: 1.931) https://doi.org/10.1007/s10989-019-09851-1.

  26. B Kavuthodi, D Sebastian. Biotechnological valorization of pineapple stem for pectinase production by Bacillus subtilis BKDS1: Media formulation and statistical optimization for submerged fermentation. Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology. (2018) 16, 715-722. (IF: 3.218, Scopus CiteScore 3.9) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bcab.2018.05.003.

  27. Sereena .M.C, Denoj Sebastian. Characterization of anticancer compound azurin from indigenous isolate Pseudomonas aeruginosa SSj. International Journal of Life Sciences Research. (2018). Vol. 6, Issue 4, pp: (174-179). ISSN 2348-313X [Web Link]

  28. Bijesh Kavuthodi, Denoj Sebastian. Response Surface Methodological Approach to Optimize the Critical Medium Components for Augmented Pectinase Production by Bacillus subtilis BKDS1. Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology, (2018) Vol. 12(2), p. 981-991. (IF: 0.483, Scopus CiteScore 0.7) http://dx.doi.org/10.22207/JPAM.12.2.62
  29. Bijesh Kavuthodi and Denoj Sebastian. Review on bacterial production of alkaline pectinase with special emphasis on Bacillus species. Microbiological Communication. Biosci. Biotech. Res. Comm. (2018); 11(1): 18-30. http://dx.doi.org/10.21786/bbrc/11.1/4
  30. C.P.Sreena, Denoj Sebastian. Augmented cellulase production by Bacillus subtilis strain MU S1 using different statistical experimental designs. Journal of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology.2018; 16(1).9-16. (IF: 2.93, Scopus CiteScore 5.5) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jgeb.2017.12.005
  31. Shaheedha, Sreena C P, Denoj Sebastian. Poultry Feeds as Carriers of Antibiotic Resistant Enterobacteriaceae. Int J Pharma Res Health Sci. 2017; 5 (6): 1949-53. http://dx.doi.org/ 10.21276/ijprhs.2017.06.10
  32. Sreena CP., Vimal KP., and Denoj Sebastian. (2015). Production of cellulases and xylanase from Bacillus subtilis MUS1 isolated from protected areas of munnar wildlife division. JMBFS. 5) 500-504. (IF: 0.614, Cite Score: 0.8) https://doi.org/10.15414/jmbfs.2016.5.6.500-504
  33. M. C. Sereena and Denoj Sebastian.2015. Molecular Detection of Azurin: A Powerful Anticancer Protein from Native Pseudomonas Isolates. Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences 5(1): 1-7. DOI : 10.9734/JAMPS/2016/20557
  34. Bijesh Kavuthodi, Steni K. Thomas and Denoj Sebastian. 2015. Co-production of Pectinase and Biosurfactant by the Newly Isolated Strain Bacillus subtilis BKDS1. British Microbiology Research Journal 10(2): 1-12. DOI : 10.9734/BMRJ/2015/19627
  35. C. P. Sreena, N. K. Resna and Denoj Sebastian. 2015. Isolation and Characterization of Cellulase Producing Bacteria from the Gut of Termites (Odontotermes and Heterotermes Species).British Biotechnology Journal 9(1): 1-10. DOI : 10.9734/BBJ/2015/20001
  36. Kavuthodi Bijesh and Denoj Sebastian. 2013. Isolation and characterization of antibacterial compounds from Macaranga peltata against clinical isolates of Staphylococcus aureus. IJBPR 4(12): 1196-1203. (IF: 1.34, e- ISSN 0976 – 3651, Print ISSN 2229 – 7480.[Web Link]
  37. Skariyachan S, Krishnan RS, Siddapa SB, Salian C, Bora P, Sebastian D. 2011. Computer aided screening and evaluation of herbal therapeutics against MRSA infection. Bioinformation;7(5):222-33 (IF: 1.29. ISSN 0973-2063 (online) 0973-8894 (print) (PMID: 22125390). https://doi.org/10.6026/97320630007222
  38. Denoj Sebastian, Zuhara K.F and Sekharan K. 2008. Influence of TORCH infections in the first trimestermiscarriage in the Malabar region of Kerala”. African Journal of Microbiology Research, 2(3): 056-059. (IF: 0.54, ISSN: 1996-0808) [Web Link]
  39. Denoj Sebastian, Suchithra T.V and Zuhara. K.F. 2002. Prevalence of Asymptomatic Bacteriuria In Patients With Diabetes Mellitus. Biomedicine, 2002. 22(3&4) pp: 105-110. ISSN: 0970 2067 [Web Link]

Book Chapters                 Back to Top 🏠

  1. Benu George, S. Pooja, T.V. Suchithra, Denoj Sebastian. Jan 2023. Historical developments of antimicrobial peptide research. In Antimicrobial Peptides. Challenges and Future Perspectives. K. Ajesh, K. Sreejith. eds. Academic Press. ISBN: 978-0-323-85682-9 (In press)
  2. Sereena MC, Sreena CP and Denoj Sebastian. 2016. Bioprospecting Of Native Pseudomonas Isolates From Western Ghats For Anticancer Agents. In Sustainable Biotechnology. K. Mashhoor., Ruba Badharudheen and Joysi S Job. eds.. pp 68-72. ISBN: 978-3-659-89742-9
  3. Sreena CP, Serecna MC and Denoj Sebastian. 2016. Arecanut Husk: A Potential Low Cost Substrate For Economical Production Of Hydrolytic Enzymes By Bacillus Subtilis MU S1. In Sustainable Biotechnology. K. Mashhoor., Ruba Badharudheen and Joysi S Job. eds. pp 73-78. ISBN: 978-3-659-89742-9
  4. Ambili. M and Denoj Sebastian. 2015. Microbiological Analysis Of Drinking Water From Malabar Region Of Kerala. In Biodiversity and Evaluation: In proceedings of the International Conference on Perspectives and Paradigm shifts (Bijoy Nandan et al. eds.). Held from 2nd to 3rd of December 2015. pp 193-95. ISBN 978-93-80095-70-7
  5. Sereena.M.C and Denoj Sebastian. 2015. Bioprospecting The Azu Gene In Environmental Samples From Western Ghats of South India. In Biodiversity and Evaluation: In proceedings of the International Conference on Perspectives and Paradigm shifts (Bijoy Nandan et al. eds.). Held from 2nd to 3rd of December 2015. pp 196-98. ISBN 978-93-80095-70-7
  6. Bijesh Kavuthodi, Malavika N.J, Ansha Antony and Denoj Sebastian. 2015. Biotechnological prospective of watermelon rind for economical production of exo pectinase using Bacillus subtilis BKDS1 by submerged Fermentation. In Biodiversity and Evaluation: In proceedings of the International Conference on Perspectives and Paradigm shifts (Bijoy Nandan et al. eds.). Held from 2nd to 3rd of December 2015. oo-223-26. ISBN 978-93-80095-70-7
  7. C.P.Sreena and Denoj Sebastian. 2015. Cost-Effective Cellulase Production By Bacillus Subtilis MU S1 Using Lignocellulosic Biomass Residues. In Biodiversity and Evaluation: In proceedings of International Conference on Perspectives and Paradigm shifts (Bijoy Nandan et al. eds.). Held from 2nd to 3rd of December 2015. pp 268-70. ISBN 978-93-80095-70-7

Conference Publications                 Back to Top 🏠

  1. Kalampalath Vincy, Kavuthodi Bijesh, Denoj Sebastian. Production purification and molecular weight determination of Bacteriocin from Bacillus subtilis BKDS1. Management Of Bacterial Wilt In Ginger. September 2017. [Web Link]

  2. Sreena C.P and Denoj Sebastian. Augmented cellulase production by Bacillus subtilis MU S1 using response surface methodology. Proceedings of the Two days’ National Seminar on “Recent trends in Microbiology” At: University of Calicut. September 2017.

  3. Vincy Kalampalath, Bijesh Kavuthodi and Denoj Sebastian. Probiotic properties of Bacillus subtilis BKDS1, a potent bacteriocin producing stain isolated from dump yards of vegetable and fruit wastes. Proceedings of the Two days’ National Seminar on “Recent trends in Microbiology” At: University of Calicut. September 2017.

  4. Nithya Jayan and Denoj Sebastian. Mysterious ability of fungal species to degrade low density polyethylene bags. Proceedings of the Two days’ National Seminar on “Recent trends in Microbiology” At: University of Calicut. September 2017.

  5. K.P. Vimal, Sreena C.P and Denoj Sebastian. Bayesian molecular clock divergence dating of Bacillus spp. using 16s rRNA gene sequences. Proceedings of the Two days’ National Seminar on “Recent trends in Microbiology” At: University of Calicut. September 2017.

  6. Denoj Sebastian. Synthetic Biology -Programming life to solve global challenges. Two day National Conference on Exploring Microbes -2020 (NCEM-2020) At: Karpagam University, Coimbatore - 641021. August 2016.

  7. Sreena C.P, Denoj Sebastian. Biological decolorization of malachite green by Bacillus subtilis MU S1.  Conference: Biospark 16 UGC sponsored National Seminar on "Nanotechnology meets Microbiology"At: EMEA College of Arts and Science, Kondotty, Malappuram. February 2016. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.4469.2246

  8. Kalampalath Vincy, Kavuthodi Bijesh and Denoj Sebastian. Probiotic Efficiency of Bacillus subtilis BKDS1, a potent Pectinolytic strain isolated from Dump yards of vegetable wastes. BIOSPARK 16. UGC Sponsored National Seminar On Nanotechnology Meets Microbiology At: EMEA College Kondotty. February 2016. [Web Link]

  9. Kavuthodi Bijesh, Ansha Antony, Malavika N.J, Malavika N.J, Denoj Sebastian. Exploitation of agro-wastes as a cost effective media for exo-pectinase production by submerged fermentation using Bacillus Subtilis BKDS1. Conference: 28 th Kerala Science Congress At: Calicut University. January 2016 [Web Link]

  10. Sreena C.P. and Denoj Sebastian. Production of enzymes of industrial importance by Bacillus subtilis MU S1 isolated from Eravikulam National Park. National Conference of Clinical Microbiologists & Biochemist s At: University of Calicut. January 2016. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.1847.7848

  11. Preenanka Rajan, Kavuthodi Bijesh, Denoj Sebastian. Cellular assay based anticancer activity of methanolic extract of Amaranthus spinosus L. On murine aneuploid fibrosarcoma (l929) cell line. National Conference of Clinical Microbiologists & Biochemist s At: University of Calicut. January 2016. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.4833.0009

  12. Sreena CP and Denoj Sebastian. Isolation, screening and identification of cellulolytic bacteria from Munnar forest soil.National Conference on Advances in Laboratory Practice.  At MES Medical College, Perinthalmanna, Malappuram. (2015). DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.1763.9128

  13. Kavuthodi Bijesh,  Vinitha P and Denoj Sebastian. Isolation, Screening and Biochemical Characterization of Pectinolytic Bacteria from Soil samples of Malabar Region. At MES Medical College, Perinthalmanna, Malappuram. (2015). DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.3081.3921

  14. Radhika C and Denoj Sebastian. Isolation and charecterization of bacteriophage from dairy effluent. UGC sponsored national seminar on trends in environemntal resource managment. Nirmala college for women, Coimabote. (2014)

  15. Denoj Sebastian, Zuhara K.F and Sekharan K. 2004. Prevalence of TORCH infections in pregnancy related complications in the Malabar region of Kerala; a comprehensive report Proceedings of XVII Kerala Science Congress. pp 214-16.

Research Projects Undertaken                Back to Top 🏠

  1. UGC Minor Research Project (2006) Topic: “Isolation and optimization of a microbial consortia for the dry anaerobic digestion of municipal solid waste”.
  2. UGC Minor Research Project (2006) Topic: “Impact of old age homes in the family structure of Kerala”.
  3. UGC Innovative research project. (2016) “Cloning and Expression of azurin, a powerful anticancer agent from native Pseudomonas isolates and its characterization.”

Research guidance                Back to Top 🏠

Completed :

  1. Ph.D (7)

    1. Rasiya K.T. Characterization of antimicrobial peptides of endophytic bacteria isolated from mangroves of Kadalundi (22-07-2024).

    2. Ambili M. A multiplex PCR based molecular epidemiological study on the waterborne diseases in the Malabar region of Kerala (06-03-2023)

    3. Abhini KN -‘Isolation screening and optimization of some medicinal plant endophytes for the production of l-asparaginase enzyme (17-02-2022). Library
    4. Akhila B Rajan (Co-Guidance) -Isolation screening and optimization of cholesterol degrading bacteria from the coastal areas of kerala. (27-11-2020. Library)
    5. Sereena MC-Cancer growth suppression using purified azurin from native Pseudomonas isolates. (07-09-2019). Library

    6. Bijesh K-Exploitation of indigenous strain, Bacillus subtilis BKDS1 for augmented pectinase production using agro-waste. (07-09-2019). Library

    7. Sreena C.P-Improvement of biocatalytic efficacy of endoglucanase from indigenous strain Bacillus subtilis MU S1 and its application in saccharification of agro-wastes. (24-05-2019). Library
  2. M.Phil (12)
    1. Femitha M -High-yield production of indole-3-acetic acid by Enterobacterasburiae strain Aux3 using RSM and thier phytostimulatory effect using Cowpea seeds(Vinga unguiculata)(2020)
    2. Hasna K.P -Isolation and identification of parasporin protein from native Bacillus thuringiensis isolate. (2019)

    3. Vincy K-Probiotic properties of Bacillus subtilis BKDS1 a potent bacteriocin producing strain isolated from dump yards of vegetable and fruit wastes (2016)

    4. Preenanka Rajan-Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles by Amaranthus spinosus L and evaluation of its antibacterial activity. (2016).

    5. Steni Thomas-A study on the biological properties and applications of prodigiosin pigment from marine environment isolates of Serratia sp. (2015).

    6. Bindu E-Protein Profiling Of Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated From Curd Under Various Stress Conditions. (2014).

    7. Radhika C-Isolation and characterization of bacteriophage from dairy effluent. (2014).

    8. Sreedevi M-Multiplex PCR strategy for rapid identification of mecA and other virulence genes in clinical strains of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus. (2013).

    9. Saumya-Detection of erythromycin and tetracycline resistance genes in multidrug resistant Staphylococci by multiplex PCR. (2013).

    10. Anjulal-Isolation and molecular characterization of thermostable cellulase producers from a timber yard in Kallai. (2012).

    11. Nikhila-Evaluation of combination effects of curcumin with antibiotics against clinical isolates of Staphylococcus aureus. (2011).

    12. Bijesh-Isolation and characterization of antibacterial compounds of Macaranga peltata. (2011). Library

  3. M.Sc. Dissertations (75)

    1. Arjun K.B. A study on the prevalence of colistin resistant K. Pneumoniae in Malabar region and identification of active compounds against PHOPQ system by molecular docking (2024) Library

    2. Haripriya AV. Identification of potential NDM-1 inhibitors via molecular docking studies for combating carbapenem-resistant klebsiella pneumoniae in the Malabar region. (2024) Library

    3. Sumisha K. A molecular docking study on isolated carbapenem resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in Malabar region and identifying potential inhibitors agianst KPC 3 (2024) Library

    4. Fidha k. Isolation and characterization of carbapenem resistant klebsiella pneumoniae in malabar region and identification of leading inhibitors against KPC 3 gene through docking studies (2024) Library

    5. Vishnudas p. Identification of potential NDM 1 inhibitors through molecular docking studies against carbapenem resistant klebsiella pneumoniae in the Malabar region (2023) Library

    6. Anagha K. In vitro anti-inflammatory activity of methanol extract from Amylosporus campbellii - GC MS Analysis and molecular docking study of bioactive compounds (2023) Library

    7. Arun M. Screening three wild mushrooms for their cytotoxicity against human colorectal cancer (hct 116) cell line and molecular docking of few metabolites from Lentinus squarrosulus against KRAS G12C signalling protein (2023) Library

    8. Gopika Balan. Invitro screening of antidiabetic activity of few mushrooms collected from Kerala state and molecular docking studies of volatile bioactive compounds from Chlorophyllum globosum (2023) Library

    9. Sreya Sunil. Molecular docking of bioactive compounds from mushroom extracts as psuedomonas growth inhibitors by using PBP1A- IARS and DNA gyrase as target proteins. (2023) Library

    10. Anjali-Optimization of fermentable media using Nutmeg Husk for the production of Alkaline protease by Bacillus flexus 2022) Library

    11. Archana-Detection of antimicrobial and biofilm inhibitory effect of banana peel (2022) Library

    12. Honey-Biodegradation of Organic Pollutants By Biofilm Forming Enterobacter cloacae Isolated From Waste Water (2022) Library

    13. Ibnshina-Isolation and Characterization of Macaranga peltate Leaf Extracts for Antimicrobial Anti-inflammatory and Anti-biofilm Activity (2022) Library

    14. Sahala-Optimization of fermentable media using Cocoa Pod Husk for the production of protease by Bacillus flexus (2022) Library

    15. Anha Fathima T- Systematic review on influence of gut microbiota over COVID-19 and immunity (2021) Library

    16. Ashwathi-Systematic review on effects of zidovudine and lamivudine on AIDS patients (2021) Library

    17. Bhagya T-Systematic review on therapeutic effects of curcumin on diabetes mellitus (2021) Library

    18. Chithra K-A systematic review on the incidence of co-infections in SARS-COV-2 positive patients (2021) Library

    19. Dilsha V V-Systematic review on the effect of hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin in treatment of COVID-19 (2021) Library

    20. Hajara Jumana- Systematic review on biofilm growth on medical implants and associated infections (2021) Library

    21. Karthika V-Systematic review on prevalence and genetic analysis of ESBL producing E.coli in UTIs (2021) Library

    22. Kavya Kallen-A systematic review on effect of Vitamin-D deficiency in patients with COVID-19 (2021) Library

    23. Krishnaprasad H-A systematic review on impact of COVID-19 in patients with asthma And COPD (2021) Library

    24. Mussaffira. K. V-A Systematic review on the efficacy and safety of remdesivir for COVID-19 (2021) Library

    25. Sabreena K-Systematic review on effectiveness of directly observed treatment short course in tuberculosis control (2021) Library

    26. Sangeetha P-Systematic review on effect of bedaquiline and delamanid in the treatment of multi-drug resistant tuberculosis (2021) Library

    27. Anurag A -Optimized production of antimicrobial peptides from Bacillus amyloliquefaciens rkea2 by response surface methodology (2020)

    28. Nashmiya Saheer V - Systematic review on combinational studies of antimicrobial peptides produced by Bacillus subtilis (2020)

    29. Safnas K.K -Systematic review of chitosan hydrogels and their wound healing applications (2020)

    30. Roobina K- Systematic review on study on antibiofilm activity of antimicrobial peptides (amps) produced by Bacillus subtilis (2020)

    31. Sreelakshmi E.M-Systematic review on antimicrobial potential of plant terpenoids against MRSA (2020)

    32. Anjitha T.P- Multiplex PCR based detection of waterborn pathogens. (2019)

    33. Shalima K - PCR detection of bacteriocin related gene in Lactobacillus Casei isolated from milk and milk products. (2018) Library

    34. Remya KR - A study on amino acid decarboxylase activities and biogenic amine production abilities of lactic acid bacteria isolated from red wine (2018) Library

    35. Jusaila K - A study on amino acid decarboxylase activities and biogenic amine production abilities of lactic acid bacteria isolated from milk and milk products (2018) Library

    36. Latheefa CT - Purification and in silico interaction studies of recombinant azurin expressed in e. Coli bl21. (2018) Library

    37. Everlyne Masika Majuto -A study on the prevalence of antibiotic resistant enterobactericeae in cattle feeds. (2018) Library

    38. Aswathi M - PCR detection of bacteriocin related gene in Lactobacillus casei isolated from toddy. (2018) Library

    39. Rejimol K - Study on antibacterial activity of honey of some Indian honey bees. (2017) Library

    40. Divya P Vijayan - Studies on protease enzyme from an indigenous Bacillus subtilis and its role on dehairing in leather industry. (2017) Library

    41. Shaheeda - Poultry Feeds as Carriers of Antibiotic Resistant Enterobacteriaceae. (2017) Library

    42. Quidziya Thasneem - Study on Antibacterial Activity of Leucas stelligera and Leucas eriostoma. (2017) Library

    43. Varsha I - Anti-bacterial activity of fermented fruit Juices against some pathogens. (2016) Library

    44. Preenanka R - Study on phytochemical screening, anticancer, antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of Amaranthus spinosus. (2014) Library

    45. Ruqsana Khader P.K- Antibiofilm and antimicrobial activity of Biosurfactant produced from Probiotic organisms. (2016)Library

    46. Priyanka Rajpurohit-Isolation and characterization of indole acetic Acid producing Azotobacter species from Garden soil. (2016) Library

    47. Navas V- A study on the prevalence and magnitude of antibiotic resistant bacteria from broiler Slaughterhouse premises. (2016) Library

    48. Varsha I-Anti-bacterial activity of fermented fruit Juices against some pathogens (2016) Library

    49. Athira K.S- A study on anti-quorum sensing activity of aqueous leaf extracts of Psidium gujava L,  Mangifera indica and Coffea Arabica. (2015) Library

    50. Ansha Antony - Formulation and Optimization Of A Fermentable Media Using Pineapple Stem For The Production Of Pectinase (2015) Library

    51. Raheena Junaiaha K -A Study on Native Phenol Degrading Bacteria and Estimation of their Catechol 1, 2-dioxygenase and Catechol 2,3- Dioxygenase Activities (2015) Library

    52. Malavika N.J - Formulation and Optimization of a Fermentable Media Using Watermelon Rind for the Production of Pectinase. (2015) Library

    53. Preenanka R -Study on phytochemical screening, anticancer, antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of Amaranthus spinosus. (2014) Library

    54. Aysha Hisana-Statistical optimization of the medium components by response surface methodology to enhance cellulase production by Bacillus subtilis. (2014) Library

    55. Aysha Beevi Abubacker- Study on successional changes, isolation and characterisation of biofilm forming bacteria for waste water treatment. (2014) Library

    56. Arya R - Study on antibacterial activity of honey of some Indian honey bees. (2014) Library

    57. Ashira Mariyam - Isolation and screening of biosurfactants producing bacteria from oil contaminated oil samples. (2014) Library

    58. Anitha C.P -Isolation and characterization of amylase producing bacteria from soil (2013) Library

    59. Aswani P - Isolation, Characterisation, Partial Purification of Bacterial Lipase and Evaluating Its application in Transesterification Reaction (2013) Library

    60. Jishma P - Production, Extraction and Purification of Bacteriocins with Potential Antimicrobial Activity from Lactic Acid Bacteria Having Probiotic Properties. (2013) Library

    61. Resna N.K - Isolation and Characterization of Cellulase Producing Bacteria from Termite Gut (2013) Library

    62. Steni K Thomas - Studies on prodigiosin pigment of Serratia sp. isolated from marine environment and its property as a colouring agent. (2013) Library

    63. Vinitha P - Study on pectinolytic activity of microorganisms from environment. (2013) Library

    64. Farha Baramy - Study on synergistic antibiotic interactions against Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus using Statistical Metamodeling and Response Surface Design (2012) Library

    65. Saiju P Daniel - Antibacterial screening and bioactive compound separation from the pericarp of Punica Granatum against clinical isolates of Staphylococcus aureus from wound infections. (2011) Library

    66. Shilna O.S - Antibacterial screening and bioactive compound separation from the leaf of Psidium guajava against Staphylococcus aureus isolated from wound infections. (2011) Library

    67. Fathima Zafeena T- Isolation and characterization and biochemical profiling of aerobic cellulase digesters (2010) Library

    68. Divya-Isolation and Characterization of Cellulose Utilizing Microorganisms (2007)

    69. Bini Thomas- Media formulation for the isolation of collagenolytic organisms and isolation of collegenolytic organisms from various samples (2005)

    70. Rajithambika. M.R-Antimicrobial activity in raw milk (2005)

    71. Salini-A Study on Pyogenic infections (2005)

    72. Sreejesh- Isolation and characterization of etiological agents with respect to UTI from Malabar region (2005)

    73. Amitha-Study on Vanila fungal infections (2004)

    74. Faseela- Antimicrobial Property of Ceasealpinia mimosoides (2004)

    75. Rajesh Kumar P.P-Significance of asymptomatic bacteriuria in Calicut (2004)

Ongoing:

  1. Ph.D (7)

    1. Vishnu Sathyan. Precision geolocation through forensic soil analysis:Integrating physical,microbial and chemical profiles (JRF).

    2. Mahima M. Biocontrol of Fungal Phytopathogens prevalent in Kerala using Marine-Derived Microbial Chitinase.

    3. Nishana P. Anticancer and Anti-Inflammatory Prospects of Probiotic Metabolites and Their Bioactive Derivatives.

    4. Nithya Jayan. Development of a microbial remediation system for the enhanced biodegradation of polyethylene bags. (Part-time).

    5. Abdul Bari K.K. Synergistic activity of antimicrobial peptides and antibiotics against multiple drug resistant bacteria. (Part-time).

    6. Smitha Chacko. Isolation, purification and evaluation of synergistic anticancer activity of L-glutaminase rom from soil bacteria against Leukemic cells. (Part-time, Co-Guide).

    7. Vijisha M.C. Isolation, purification and evaluation of the synergistic anticancer activity of L-Asparginase from soil actinomycetes against Leukemic cells. (Part-time, Co-Guide)

  2. M.Phil (1)
  3. M.Sc. Dissertations (--)

Teaching experience                Back to Top 🏠

21 years at UG and PG level

  1. Professor- Department of Lifesciences, University of Calicut (Dec 2019  Onwards)
  2. Associate Professor- Department of Lifesciences, University of Calicut (Dec 2016 - Dec 2019)
  3. Assistant Professor Grade III- Department of Lifesciences, University of Calicut (Dec 2013 - Dec 2016)
  4. Assistant Professor Grade II- Department of Lifesciences, University of Calicut (Dec 2008 - Dec 2013)
  5. Assistant Professor Grade I- St.Pius X College, Rajapuram (June 2004 -Dec 2008)
  6. Guest faculty  - Department of Microbiology, Pazhassiraja College, Pulpally (June 2003-March 2004).

Workshops/seminars  14 Nos                Back to Top 🏠

  • CEP-Proteomics Workshop at IIT Bombay, ( 27th June to 1st July, 2017)

Extension Lectures                 Back to Top 🏠

  1. Design of cost-effective molecular techniques for the co-detection of waterborne pathogens. St.Pius X College, Rajapuram, Kasaragod (11-03-2022)
  2. Systematic Literature Review. Farook College, Calicut. (30-10-2020)
  3. Publications and Bibliometric analysis. Farook College, Calicut. (25-07-2020)
  4. Reference Management Softwares and bibliometric analysis for scientific research, Kannur University. (16-06-2020 and 17-06-2020)
  5. An Introduction to Reference Management Software solutions for your research, UGC HRDC, Kannur University.(03-03-2020)
  6. Lecture on Intellectual Property rights. – One day state level seminar. St.Pius X College, Rajapuram, Kasaragod (26-06-2019).
  7. Invited talk on state-level seminar at S.N. College, Kannur on the topic "Amazing Microbes Around Us"on 11th Feb 2019.
  8. Lecture on research methodology – In the Short Term Course in Research Methodology at ASC, Kannur University (17.12.2018)
  9. Talk on “Synthetic biology; programming life to solve global challenges”, Two-day national seminar "Exploring Microbes" at Karpagam University Coimbatore. 30th - 31st August 2016.
  10. Invited lecture on "Synthetic Biology" in the national symposium at SAFI institute of Advanced Studies, Vazhayoor, on 26th  February,  2016.
  11. Resource person, UGC-ASC, University of Calicut – Power point preparation and presentation (2014)
  12. Lecture on GM foods – Ma’din Arts and Science College (2014)
  13. Lecture on Microbial Bioremediation Technology – St.Mary’s College, Thrissur. 2012
  14. Lecture on “Introduction to bioinformatics” - Department of Zoology, Zamorins Guruvaur Appan College, Calicut (17th October 2011)
  15. Lecture on “Bioremediation” - Department of Microbiology, St.Pius X College, Rajapuram, Kasaragod (3rd November 2010)
  16. Lecture on “Bioremediation” - Department of Microbiology, MAMO College, Mukkam. (9th February 2010)
  17. Lecture on “Benefits of Microbes” - Department of Molecular Biology, Kannur University.
  18. Lecture on “Bioremediation” - Department of Microbiology, Majlis Arts and Science College, Valanchery. (2008)
  19. Lecture on “The novel H1N1 pandemic- epidemiological and health perspectives” at EMEA College, Kondotty (2009).
  20. Resource person for the workshop on “’ Restructuring undergraduate course in Microbiology” organized by the University of Calicut under the auspices of Kerala State Higher Education Council (2007).

Membership in Academic bodies                Back to Top 🏠

  1. Member, Academic Council, University of Calicut. (2015 Onwards) 
  2. Member, Academic Council, PSMO College, Tirurangadi (Autonomous)
  3. Member, Faculty of Science, University of Calicut (2016 Onwards)
  4. Chairman, Board of studies in Microbiology (Combined PG & UG), University of Calicut (2016 Onwards)
  5. Convener, Committee for framing Institutional Code of Conduct
  6. Member, Board of studies in Medical Microbiology and Medical Biochemistry under Faculty of Medicine, University of Calicut (2019 Onwards)
  7. Chairman, Board of studies in Immunology, University of Calicut (2023 Onwards)
  8. Member, Board of studies in Immunology, University of Calicut (2019-2023)
  9. Member, Board of studies in Molecular Biology, University of Calicut (2019 Onwards) 
  10. Member, Board of Studies for Microbiology and Biochemistry, SAFI Institute Of Advanced Study (Autonomous) 
  11. Member, Board of Studies for Microbiology, Majlis Arts and Science College (Autonomous)
  12. Member, Anual Report Editorial Committe, University of Calicut (2020)
  13. Member, CCSS Academic Committee, University of Calicut (2019 Onwards)
  14. Member, RUSA advisory board, University of Calicut
  15. Member, DPC, Department of Computer Science (VC Nomiee, 2019 onwards)
  16. Member, IQAC, University of Calicut,
  17. Member, CSIF committee, University of Calicut
  18. Member, RAC, Amala Cancer Cancer Centre. Thrissur.
  19. Member, Board of studies in microbiology (combined) of Kannur University (2008-2010, 2011-2013, 2013-2015)
  20. Chairman board of examiners in B.Sc. Microbiology (CCSS) (2011-2013)
  21. Chairman board of examiners in M.Sc. Microbiology (CSS) of University of Calicut (2011-2020)
  22. Chairman board of examiners in M.Phil. Microbiology (2014 onwards)
  23. Member Board of Examiners, Kannur University (2012 onwards)
  24. Member, Panel of Question paper setters in microbiology, Kerala University (2012 Onwards)
  25. Chairman, Panel of Question paper setters in microbiology, Kerala University (2017 Onwards)
  26. Member, Panel of Question paper setters, SB College Changanassery (Autonomous) (2015)

Membership in Professional Bodies                Back to Top 🏠

    1.  Life member – Association of Microbiologists of India (AMI)
 
Sree
    

Dr. E. Sreekumaran

Associate Professor,
Department of Life Sciences
University of Calicut, Thenjipalam
Kerala – 673635
Phone 9539254721
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Qualifications

  1. Ph.D in Physiology (January 2001), University of Calicut
  2. M.Sc. Life Sciences(1994) University of Calicut

Publications

  1. Jowhara P. Varancheri, Seena T. Pandarekandy, Jyoti R. Chandran, Jean Maliekkal, Ajitha Balakrishnan, Sreekumaran Edakkot. Relationship of low birth weight and socioeconomic factors: a case-control study in tertiary care centre in north Kerala.International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health(2025) 12 (8), 3571

  2. T.Ramakrishna, S.Vatsala, TR.Madhav, E.Sreekumaran, J.Ramesh and KRK Easwaran. Conformational change in β-amyloid peptide (1-40) induced by aluminium: reversal by borate. Alzheimer’s Research, vol.3, No.5, October, 1997.

  3. T.Ramakrishna, S.Vatsala, TR.Madhav, E.Sreekumaran, J.Ramesh and KRK Easwaran. Conformational change in β-amyloid peptide (1-40) induced by aluminium: reversal by borate. Alzheimer’s Research, vol.3, No.5, October, 1997.

  4. T.Ramakrishna, S.Vatsala, V.Shobi, E.Sreekumaran, TR.Madhav, J.Ramesh and KRK Raswaran. Betaine reverses toxic effects of aluminium: Implications in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and AD-like pathology. Current Science, vol.75. No.11, December, 1998

  5. Edakkot Sreekumaran and T.Ramakrishna. Spatial memory loss in rat due to aluminium toxicity is reversed by desferrioxamine/pyridoxine. Alzheimer’s Reports, vol.5 No.1, 2002.

  6. E.Sreekumaran, T.Ramakrishna, TR.Madhav, D.Anandh, BM.Prabhu, S.Sulekha, PN.Bindu and TR.Raju. Loss of dendritic connectivity in CA1, CA2 and CA3 neurons in hippocampus in rat under aluminium toxicity: Antidotal effect of pyridoxine. Brain Research Bulletin, vol.59. No.6, 2003.

  7. Ani V. Das, Sreekumaran Edakkot, Wallace B. Thoreson, Jackson James, Sumitra Bhattacharya and Iqbal Ahmad. Membrane properties of retinal stem cells/progenitors. Progress in retinal and eye research, Volume 24, Issue 6, November 2005, Pages 663-681, 2005.

  8. Beenarani K and Sreekumaran E. Management of elevated liver enzymes in geriatric diabetes by yogic practice. International Multidisciplinary Research Journal, 2(2):01-05; ISSN: 2231-6302, 2012.

  9. Beena Rani K, Sreekumaran E. Yogic practice and diabetes mellitus in geriatric patients. International Journal of Yoga. Vol. 6 Jan-Jun-2013.

  10. Arjun A Bhaskaran and Sreekumaran E. Effect of Calicopterus floribunda leaf extract on streptozotocin induced diabetic rats. IMTU Medical Journal Volume 4 - April, 2013.

  11. Abdul Rahiman Rahmath, Pattath Sadanandhan Krishnaprabha, Varma Sana, Pichakacheri Suresh Kumar, Edakkot Sreekumaran. Study Of Dementia With Particular Reference To Mini Mental State Examination And Geriatric Depression Scale In Diabetic Patients. Asian Journal of Health Sciences. Vol-1, Issue- 1, Jul -Dec 2013.

  12. Suresh Kumar P, Greeshma C, Sreekumaran E. Study of Dementia in Diabetic patients with particular reference to Cerad and Trail Making Test. International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, ISSN 2229-5518; Volume 5, Issue 10, October-2014.

  13. Suresh Kumar P, T. Ramakrishna, E. Sreekumaran. Association of Diabetic Neuropathy and Low Serum Calcium Levels in Diabetic Patients. International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, ISSN 2229-5518; Volume 6, Issue 1, January-2015.

  14. Rahmath Abdul Rahiman, Nisha Rajan and Edakkot Sreekumaran. Neuroprotective effect of vitex negundo against scopolamine induced cognitive impairment and oxidative stress in Wistar albino rats. Biosciences Biotechnology Research Asia, Vol. 12(Spl. Edn. 2), p. 301-307; September 2015.

  15. Rahmath A, Nisha Rajan, Ahamed Shahal M, Seena TP and Sreekumaran E. Neuroprotective Effect of Moringa oleifera in Scopolamine Induced Cognitive Impairment and Oxidative Stress in Wistar Albino Rats. ISSN: 0975-8585; RJPBCS 6(4) Page No. 1736; July– August 2015.

  16. Seena Thadathil Pandarekandy, Sneha Girijavallabhan Kannamparathazhathethil, Rahmath Abdulrahiman, Ahammed Shahal, Surya Padinjareveedu Subrahmanyan and Sreekumaran Edakkot. A prospective study to evaluate daily moderate consumption of ethanol on oxidative stress markers of diabetes induced wistar strain albino rats. British Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. Article no.BJPR.21361; ISSN: 2231-2919, NLM ID: 101631759; (6): 1-11, 2015.

  17. Thadathil Pandarekandy Seena, Padinjareveedu Subrahmanyan Surya, Girijavallabhan Kannamparathazhathethil Sneha, Abdulrahiman Rahmath, Edakkot Sreekumaran. Comparative study of oxidative stress marker malondialdehyde on dasamoolarishta and ethanol treated healthy wistar albino rats. International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research. ISSN: 2322 - 0910 (O); 3(7):22-31, 2015.

  18. Greeshma C, Varun, Sreekumaran E. Supplementation of zinc induces retinoic acid-mediated differentiation of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (MSCS) into insulin producing cells (ipcs) in-vitro. International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy. DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.08150; 8 (Suppl 1), pages 109-112, 2017.

  19. P.G. Sreejesh and E. Sreekumaran. Effect of monosodium glutamate on striato-hippocampal acetylcholinesterase level in the brain of male Wistar albino rats and its implications on learning and memory during aging. Bioscience Biotechnology Research Communications, 11(1): 76-82 (2018).

Book Chapters

  1. Co-author of a chapter in the book “Neural development and stem cells” edited by Mahendra S Rao Edition 2. Humana Press 2006. ISBN 1588294811, 9781588294814. pages 454

Conference Presentations

  1. Norepinephrine in male and female rat brain: A quantitative study. Presented at the XIII Annual Conference of Indian Acamedy of Neurosciences, February 27 to March 1, 1995 at the Christian Medical College, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.

  2. I was selected for an oral presentation on the topic “Effect of aluminium on intrinsic burst activity from hippocampal slices in rat: Desferrioxamine as a possible antidote.” at The fourth Keele meeting on aluminium 24 th - 27 th February 2001, U.K.

  3. Presented a poster on the topic “Differentiation of Voltage- and Ligand-gated Currents in Early and Late Retinal Progenitors” at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) conference 2003 at Florida, USA.

  4. Participated as a resource person for a talk on the topic “Alzheimer’s disease” At a National Seminar on Advances in medical sciences on 29 th August, 2005 at the post graduate department of Microbiology, EMEA college, Kondotty, Kerala, India.

  5. Participated in a workshop on “Cognitive Screening for Dementia” held at the Manipal Universal Learning Private Limited, Bangalore, India., on 4 th and 5 th March, 2006.

  6. Participated as a resource person for a talk on “Sports and medicine matters in life” at a UGC sponsored National Seminar on the Role of physical education in health and wellness. At the St. Pius X College Rajapuram, Kerala, India on 20 th and 21 st July, 2006.

  7. Participated in the Annual meeting of Society for Biotechnologists, India and National Symposium on Current Trends in Stem Cell Biology at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, Trivandrum, Kerala State, India on 15, 16 th December, 2007.

  8. Conducted a National Seminar on Neurosciences at the Department of Life Sciences, University of Calicut, Kerala, India on 13 th February, 2008, which was funded by the University Grants Commission.

  9. Invited as a resource person for a talk on “Stem cells and neurodegenerative disorders.” at the International Conference on recent developments in stem cell research on 23rd August 2008., conducted by the Department of Biotechnology, Aditya Kiran College of applied studies, Krishnagiri, Mathamangalam Post, Kannur, Kerala, India – 670 306.

  10. Participated as a resource person for a talk on “Alzheimer’s: a neurodegenerative disorder” at the 54 th Orientation course conducted by the Academic Staff College, University of Calicut, Kerala, India on 28 th August, 2008.

  11. Participated as a resource person for a talk on “Alzheimer’s: a neurodegenerative disorder” at the 54 th Orientation course conducted by the Academic Staff College, University of Calicut, Kerala, India on 28 th August, 2008.

  12. Invited as a resource person for a talk on “Is aluminium toxic?” at a refresher course conducted by the Academic Staff College, University of Calicut, Kerala, India on 6th January, 2009.

  13. Invited for a talk on “Alzheimer’s disease: its implication on society” and inauguration of The Biophysics Association at the MES Asmabi College, Vemballur, Kerala, India on 8th January, 2009.

  14. Invited for a talk on Alzheimer’s disease awareness at the All India Radio, Calicut on 20th May, 2009.

  15. Invited as a resource person for a talk on the topic “Minding the memory mess” at the National seminar on recent trends in Life Sciences conducted by the Department of Zoology, on 27th October, 2009 at the Government Brennen College, Thalassery, Kerala, India.

  16. Participated in the National Conference of Committee for the Purpose of Control and Supervision of Experiments on Animals on 15 th January, 2010 by the Ministry of Environment and Forests at New Delhi, India.

  17. K Rahul Dev, Seena TP and E.Sreekumaran. Study of dementia with particular reference to 7- minute screen, Gobal Vs Local attentional task and CERAD. Presented at the 97th Indian Science Congress, January 3 rd to 7 th , 2010. Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

  18. Sana Varma, Rahmath A, Krishnaprabha PS, Suresh Kumar P and Sreekumaran E. Study of dementia with particular reference to attentional switching and Trail making test in diabetic patients. Presented at the 97 th Indian Science Congress, 3rd to 7th January, 2010. Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

  19. Seena TP, Rahul Dev K and Sreekumaran E. Study of dementia with particular reference to Trail Making Test, Mini Mental State Examination and Geriatric Depression Scale in old age. Presented at the 97 th Indian Science Congress, 3rd to 7th January, 2010. Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

  20. Krishnaprabha PS, Rahmath A, Sana Varma, Suresh Kumar P and Sreekumaran E. Study of dementia with particular reference to 7- minute screen test and CERAD test in diabetic patients. Presented at the 97 th Indian Science Congress, 3rd to 7th January, 2010. Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

  21. Rahmath A, Krishnaprabha PS, Sana Varma, Suresh Kumar P and Sreekumaran E. Study of dementia with particular reference to Mini Mental State Examination and Geriatric Depression Scale in diabetic patients. Presented at the 97th Indian Science Congress, 3rd to 7th January, 2010. Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

  22. Karthika C S, Sreekumaran E, I D Konikkara. Hyperglycemia Reversal in Rats: Diabetes Well Within Pippalyaasavam's Therapeutic Range. Biovision 2010 – International Symposium on Bioprocess Engineering, 1- 4th October, 2010, Thrissur (Kerala), India.

  23. Ahamed Shahal M, Sreekumaran E, I D Konikkara. The Possible Role of Gut Microflora in Generating Medicinal Molecules from Herbs. Biovision 2010 – International Symposium on Bioprocess Engineering, 1- 4th October, 2010, Thrissur (Kerala), India.

  24. Sinju C P, Ambili G K, Sreekumaran E, I D Konikkara. Dasamoolarishtam- Reversal of Streptozotocin- Inflicted Diabetes Mellitus in Rats. Biovision 2010 – International Symposium on Bioprocess Engineering, 1- 4th October, 2010, Thrissur (Kerala), India.

  25. Sowmya K and Sreekumaran E. The Hypoglycemic effect of Calycopterus floribunda (pullaani)-whether it cause the regeneration of pancreatic beta cells? - A histological Study. 23rd Kerala Science Congress, 29-31st January, 2011, Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), India.

  26. Participated as a resource person for a talk on “The global scenario of pollution and our role” at the Orientation course conducted by the Academic Staff College, University of Calicut, Kerala, India on 16th September, 2011.

  27. Attended the 23rd Annual national conference of Physiological Society of India (Physicon 2011). Department of Physiology, NRI Medical College and General Hospital, Guntur Andhrapradesh. On 21st December, 2011 and Co Chaired a session on the title Modern Day stress.

  28. Participated as a resource person for a talk on “The global scenario of pollution and the role of teachers” at the Orientation course conducted by the Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., Kerala, India on 3rd March, 2012.

  29. Resource person at the UGC Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., and engaged classes on Environmental studies on 9th July 2012.

  30. Presented a poster on “Role of Sida cordifolia in the management of peripheral neuropathy in rats” at the 2012 SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM of the Indian Academy of Neurosciences -Bangalore Chapter “Neurobiology of cognition” at the Convention Center, NIMHANS, Bangalore on 1st and 2nd November, 2012.

  31. Talk at the Academic staff College, University of Calicut., on the topic “Pollution and our role as teachers” on 13th December, 2012.

  32. Resource person at the UGC Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., and engaged classes on Environmental studies on 25th February, 2013.

  33. Resource person at the UGC Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., and engaged classes on Environmental studies on 27th May, 2013.

  34. Resource person at the UGC Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., and engaged classes on Environmental studies on 19th June, 2013.

  35. Resource person at the UGC Academic Staff College, University of Calicut and engaged classes on Environmental studies on 5th July, 2013.

  36. Resource person at the UGC Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., and engaged classes on Environmental studies on 23rd July, 2013.

  37. Engaged classes for 14th refresher course of the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., on the topic “Pollution and our role as teachers” on 6th December, 2013.

  38. Resource person at the UGC Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., and engaged classes on Environmental studies on 17th January, 2014.

  39. Inaugurated the Science club with a talk “Raise your voice and not the sea level” on the World Environment day at the St. Francis English Medium School, Kundayithodu, Calicut on 5th June, 2014.

  40. Resource person at the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., on the topic “Pollution and our role as teachers” on 8th July, 2014.

  41. Resource person of UGC sponsored Orientation Programme conducted by the HRDC at the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., on the topic “Role of teachers in pollution mitigation” on 13th February, 2018.

  42. Invited talk at the Bharathiya Vidhya Bhavan, Bhavanś Ramakrishnan Institute of Teacher Education, Ramanattukara, Calicut., on the topic ¨What we ought to know as teachers.¨ on 14th February, 2018.

  43. Resource person and Chief Guest for a talk on ¨Science, Technology, pollution and solutions .¨ at the Pazhassiraja college, Batherry, Wayanad district, Kerala for the National Science Say Celebrations entitled he synergy of science and technology 1920 – 2020¨ sponsored by the Kerala State Council for Sciences, Technology and Environment and supported by the Department of Science and Technology on 27th February, 2018.

  44. Resource person at the MES Mampad college, Malappuram district, Kerala for a talk on ¨Beat plastic pollution.¨ on 26th June, 2018.

  45. Resource person at the EMEA college of Arts and Sciences, Kondotty for a talk on ¨Science, Technology, pollution and solutions.¨ in a KSCSTE sponsored seminar on 9th March, 2018.

  46. Resource person of UGC sponsored Orientation Programme conducted by the HRDC at the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., on the topic “Role of teachers in pollution mitigation” on 3rd July, 2018.

  47. Resource person of UGC sponsored Orientation Programme conducted by the HRDC at the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., on the topic “Role of teachers in pollution mitigation” on 15th September, 2018.

  48. Resource person at the SAFI Institute of Advanced Study (SIAS), Rasiya Nagar, Vazhayoor East PO, Via Ramanattukara, Malappuram district Kerala – 673 633., for the Key note address on the Microbiology students’association (Microbiome) inauguration on 1st October, 2018.

  49. Resource person at the EMEA college of Arts and Sciences, Kondotty for a talk on ¨Science, Technology, pollution and solutions.¨ in a National seminar on 5th December, 2018.

  50. Resource person of Orientation programme No.105 at the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., on the topic “Pollution and our role as responsible citizens” on 6th February, 2019.

  51. Resource person for three days at the Aryabhatta Hall, Central science complex, University of Calicut on ¨Microscopy¨ to the 9th standard school students who excelled in USS scholarship examination with distinction, in the Three day Science Residential Camp ŚASTRA JALAKAM’ conducted by the State Institute of Educational Training (SIET), Government of Kerala from 26 to 28th November, 2018.

  52. Invited talk as a part of Neuro science lecture series at the Department of Biotechnology, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Cochin on the topic ¨Alzheimerś disease: A neurodegenerative disorder.¨ on 31st July, 2019.

  53. Resource person of UGC sponsored refresher course in History & Cultural studies conducted by the HRDC at the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., on the topic “Role of teachers in pollution mitigation” on 19th September, 2018.

  54. Resource person of UGC sponsored Orientation Programme conducted by the HRDC at the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Calicut., on the topic “Role of teachers in pollution mitigation” on 3rd November, 2018.

Research Projects Undertaken

  1. “Potential of stem cell therapy for diabetes: a study on Wistar albino rats.” UGC Minor project.

Research guidance

Completed :

    1. Ph.D (5)
      1. “Biochemical changes in Diabetes mellitus”   Pradeep Kumar KM.  Awarded Ph.D as per the order # CDC/C1/1950/2010 Biochem. Dated 18/05/2011.  The syndicate awarded the title with effect from 7/5/2011.
      2. “Effect of antioxidants in Diabetes mellitus.” Beenarani, K, Awarded Ph.D., as per the order No: 2 1986/RESEARCH-C-ASST -I/2013/CU Dated 08.04.2015. The syndicate awarded the title with effect from 04/12/2014.
      3. “Comparative study of the effect of selected herbs, biomolecules and modern medicines in dementia induced rats.” Ph.D awarded to Mrs. Rahmath A as per the order No.78226/RESEARCH-C-ASST-1/2016/Admn dated 22.06.2017 with effect from 16/05/2017.
      4. “Anti-hyperglycemic effect of some ayurvedic preparations: A prospective study on rats.” On going Ph.D work of Ms. Seena TP. As per the orders No.78441/RESEARCH-C-ASST-1/2016/Admn dated 24.08.2017., with effect from 17/08/2017.
      5. “Detrimental effect of food additives in different parts of brain and the antidotal effect of Myristica fragrans and Annona muricata compared to modern medicine.” Ph.D awarded to Sreejesh, PG in 2018.
    2. M.Phil (--)
      1. ----. (2019)
    3. M.Sc. Dissertations (--)

      1. ---- (year)

Ongoing:

    1. Ph.D (7)

      1. “Role of selected herbal preparations in the management of parkinsonism in rats.” on going Ph.D work of Mr. Ahmad Shahal, A.

      2. “Application of stem cells for the treatment of some induced disorders.” On going Ph.D of Mrs. Greeshma, C. Submitter for evaluation.

      3. “Pathophysiological action of homeopathic medicines in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome: a cross sectional study.” on going Ph.D of Dr.Ajayikumar Babu.

      4. Sneha

      5. Bhasura

      6. Arya

      7. Shahala

    2. M.Phil (--)
    3. M.Sc. Dissertations (--)

Teaching experience

17 Years at PG level

      1. Assistant Professor - Department of Lifesciences, University of Calicut (2004 onwards)
      2. Associate Professor -  Department of Lifesciences, University of Calicut (2010 onwards)

Workshops/seminars  -- Nos
Extension Lectures     -- Nos.

Membership in Academic bodies

      1. Member, Academic council, University of Calicut. (2015 Onwards)

Other Charges

      1. Director, Forensic Sciences Programme, University of Calicut

Membership in Professional Bodies

      1.  Life member –
Gayathri

Dr. Gayathri Devi. D

Research Supervisor
Chanchitha1

Chanchitha Chandran

Qualification: M.Phil. Biochemistry

Title: Isolation of an Effective Trypsin Inhibitor from Selected Plant Seeds of Malabar Region and in vitro Studies on its Effects on Cancer Cells

Fellowship: University Fellowship

 
Merin1

 Merin Rinky K.

Qualification: M.Sc. Biochemistry

Title: Studies on phototoxic effects of Psoralen from Ficus caricum L. and fagopyrin from Fagopyrum esculentum moench on skin cancer cells.

Fellowship: University Fellowship

 
Neethu1

Neethu George

Qualification: M.Sc. Biochemistry, NET

Title: ‘Development and Characterization of phyto-nano compounds and studies on their enzyme inhibitory activity’

Fellowship: Part-time

 
 Sajil1

Sajil K.K.

Qualification: MSc Biochemistry, NET

Title: Studies on the effect of lipomoea sepiaria Koenig Ex.Roxb. and Evolvulus alsinoide Linn. On colon cancer cells in vitro.

Fellowship: E-grants Fellowship
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Dr. Gayathri Devi D (Head)
Associate Professor
Phone (Off): 91 - 4942407410
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Sree

Dr. Sreekumaran. E

Research Supervisor
Shahal

Ahamed Shahal . M

Topic: Role of selected herbal preparations in the management of parkinsonism in rats.

Status: on going

 
sreejesh

 

Sreejesh P. G

Topic: Behavioural and neurochemical effects of monosodium glutamate on striato – hippocampal region of the brain and the protective role of Myristica fragrance Houtt.

Status: Ongoing

 
Sneha GK

Sneha G K

Topic: Neuropharmacological study of selected herbal preparations in amnesic rat model

Status: Ongoing

 
 

Greeshma C

Topic: Differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BM-MSCs) into insulin producing cells (IIPCs)

Status: Submitted

 
 

Ajay Kumar Babu

Topic: Pathophysiological action of homeopathic medicines in the symptomatological treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome; a cross sectional study.
Status: Ongoing ( Part-time)
  1. Under construction
  2. Dr.B.S.Harikumaran Thampi
  3. Dr.Gayathri Devi D
  4. Emmanuel Simon

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