K. BHANUMATHI
Thoothukudi
Summary
I am a highly accomplished and dedicated academic leader with over 16 years of experience in the field of zoology. Also committed to nurturing the next generation of scientists, offering mentorship and guidance to Ph.D. scholars, undergraduate, and graduate students.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Position held
Kamaraj College
Thoothukudi
06.2008 - Current
- Principal in charge: June 1, 2025, to present.
- Vice Principal, March 1, 2025, to May 31, 2025.
- Controller of Examination - September 9, 2024, to February 28, 2025.
- UMIS Coordinator - July 10, 2023, to September 8, 2024.
- Head of the department, June 1, 2020, to August 11, 2025.
- NSS Programme Officer - October 1, 2010, to September 30, 2023.
Administration
ICAR - CIBA
Chennai
01.2010 - Current
- Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) - Assisting scientists in research.
Projects completed
Kamaraj College
Thoothukudi
06.2008 - Current
- National Seminar on Recent Trends and Challenges in Marine Life Conservation - MoES.
- Production of value-added and high-quality products from fish and fisheries resources - TNSCST.
- Creation of Scientific Awareness Program - TNSCST.
HEAD & ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Ethiraj College
Madras University
06.2008 - 06.2038
- I am highly accomplished and dedicated academic leader with over 17 years of experience in the field of zoology.
- Also committed to nurturing the next generation of scientists, offering mentorship and guidance to PH.D Scholars, undergraduate and graduate students.
Education
Master of Science -
Ethiraj College, Madras University
01.1998
Bachelor of Science -
Ethiraj College, Madras University
01.2000
Doctor of Philosophy -
Ethiraj College, Madras University
01.2004
Personal Information
Date of birth: 06/13/78
Languages
- Tamil
- English
Phd Scholars Guided
- D. SINDHUJA, MS University
- G. ARUNKUMAR, MS University
- A. MUTHULAKSHMI, MS University
- G.SANKARA PANDIYAN, MS University
- S. TAMIL SELVI, MS University
- M. NANDHINI, MS University
Awards
District best RCC coordinator award, Tamil Nadu State AIDS Control Society (TNSACS), 2010
Scientific Achievements
- Isolation and identification of a novel bioluminescent bacterial strain (Vibrio cholerae strain MML7 16S ribosomal RNA gene, partial sequence) from the ink gland of Octopus minor collected from the Gulf of Mannar region.
PUBLICATIONS
In the reporting period, a total of 23 research papers were published in national and international peer-reviewed journals across areas such as marine biology, ecology, pharmacology and biodiversity
BOOK AUTHOR
- Advancement in life, health, and agricultural science – volume II
- Principles of Genetics
BOOK EDITOR
- Research perspectives in animal science
- Emerging insights in pharma and health science, volume II
BOOK CHAPTER
During my career, I have published 8 book chapters in national and international edited volumes, contributing to fields of Life science.
Professional Engagements & Academic Contributions
- Seminars, conferences, and workshops: participated in more than 40 national and international seminars, conferences, and workshops, enhancing academic and professional expertise
- Resource person: invited as a resource person in 15+ seminars, workshops, and training programs, delivering lectures and sharing subject expertise
- External examiner: served as an external examiner for academic evaluations at reputed institutions
- Research consultancy: provided research consultancy services, supporting academic projects and professional studies
ROLES IN SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
- Served as an NSS program officer from October 1, 2010
- Served as a Red Ribbon Club program officer from October 10, 2008
Timeline
Administration
ICAR - CIBA
01.2010 - Current
HEAD & ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Ethiraj College
06.2008 - 06.2038
Position held
Kamaraj College
06.2008 - Current
Projects completed
Kamaraj College
06.2008 - Current
Master of Science -
Ethiraj College, Madras University
Bachelor of Science -
Ethiraj College, Madras University
Doctor of Philosophy -
Ethiraj College, Madras University