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DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
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The Department of Chemistry of St. Teresa's College was founded in 1966, under the charismatic leadership of Dr. (Sr.) Bertille. The Department offers B.Sc. Chemistry Main course, as well as Chemistry as a subsidiary subject for B.Sc. Botany, Zoology and Home Science courses. All the faculty members are Ph.D. holders with postdoctoral experience in reputed institutes such as IIT-Delhi, Cochin University of Science and Technology and University of Minnesota (USA). They are highly supportive and always open to innovative practices. Each faculty has specialized knowledge in different branches of Chemistry. Members of the faculty of Chemistry are active in educational circles across the State and contribute to various seminars and workshops conducted both nationally and internationally.
The Department includes two large and well equipped B.Sc. (Main) and B.Sc. (Subsidiary) laboratories and a spacious storeroom for the chemicals, which is always kept well stocked. The laboratory facilities include hot air oven, vacuum pump, electronic balance, voltage stabilizer, conductometer, potentiometer, pH meter, deionizer, refrigerator, hot plate, suction pump, electric centrifuge, rotovapouriser, chromatography facility, hot water bath and computers. The laboratory is well maintained and constantly updated.
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List of Faculty
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Head of the Department
Dr. Geetha Andrews, MSc, MPhil, PhD
Ph. No. - 0484 2380652
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Non Teaching Staff
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Mr. Thomas Mathew (Raju Pallan)
Mrs. Mary Magdeline (Maggie)
Mr. James K. C.
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OUR STARS
Late Dr. (Sr.) Bertille, Founder HOD, M.Sc, PhD (1963-1991)
Prof. K. A. Annakkutty, M.Sc., M.Phil (1964-1997)
Prof. Agnes Mathew, M.Sc (1969-2002)
Prof. Thresiamma Sebastian, M.Sc (1969-2001)
Prof. Kunjamma Varghese, M.Sc (1969-2003)
Prof. Nancy Joseph, M.Sc (1969-2003)
Prof. Aleyamma Leni Oommen, M.Sc (1970-2003)
Prof. Celine V. A., M.Sc (1972-2004)
Prof. Radha L., M.Sc (1979-2004)
Prof. Anna K. J., M.Sc (1986-1999)
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Vision
The Department of Chemistry endeavors to be a recognized model for educating and graduating students, prepared to compete in and contribute to the ever-changing, technology-centered world of the 21st century by delivering high quality teaching, research and community services.
Mission
The Department of Chemistry pledges itself to encourage in the broadest and most liberal manner towards the advances in chemistry through education by providing them with quality classrooms, projects, research and service opportunities. With a high standard for excellence in all three areas, the Department will produce students who are knowledgeable in chemistry and can think critically.
In support of our mission, the Chemistry Department strice to:
Promote innovative curriculum development while exposing students to advanced technology, To develop a sense of intellectual curiosity concerning chemical theory and an appreciation of the practical role of chemistry in life, Serve as good role models to students for safe and ethical professional behavior, Act as mentors to students by offering guidance in academics and value oriented life skills, Inspire students about the value of cross-disciplinary thinking by providing them with educational and research opportunities between chemistry and other fields of study.
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Courses offered
BSc Chemistry with Physics and Mathematics as Complementary Courses
The Department offers Environmental Chemistry as Open Course in the V Semester of the BSc Chemistry Programme
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DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES
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Department Activities (2012-13)
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Councelling for II BSc by the Councelling Club of the College by a professional counselor; on 28 January 2013.
Value Education Class for II BSc on 18th and for III DC on 29th January 2013 by Mr. Raju Pallan, Supporting Staff of the Department.
Hands on training on Jewellery making by Mrs. Jeena Lijoy for I, II and III BSc students; 16 January 2013.
A talk on 'Health And Life' by Dr. Thomas, HOD, Physical Education Department, St. Teresa's college for III DC and I DC students; 6 December 2012.
Class by Dr. Thomas, HOD Physical Education Department, St. Teresa's College on 'How to live healthy and stay fit' for I BSc students; 16 October 2012.
PTA meetings were held for II BSc and I BSC on 6 and 9 September 2012, respectively and for I BSc on 15 October 2012.
Students of the Department celebrated TEACHER'S DAY by cutting cake and wishing all the teachers with a rose flower. Students also prepared a portrait of all the teachers; 5 September 2012.
Dr. Anu Gopinath was felicitated by staff association on being awarded the COMMON WEALTH FELLOWSHIP. Dr. Geetha Andrews, HOD offered the felicitation; 23 August 2012.
Anu Suasn Cherian (University topper for the VI semester B. Sc. Examinations, March/April 2012 with an overall A+ and GPA of 3.83) and all the other 10 A grade winners of the University exam were felicitate during July 2012.
Dr. Geetha Andrews, HOD was felicitated on her Ph.D by Dr, Anu Gopinath; 16 July 2012
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The inauguration of the activities of the Chemistry Association was held on 16 July 2012 at the Sr. Bertille Memorial Seminar Hall in the Chemistry Department. The solemn function was inaugurated by Dr. Franklin John, Assistant Professor in Chemistry, Sacred Heart College, Thevara, Ernakulam. A talk on 'Chemistry and Biology of Carbohydrates given by him was highly informative to the students. He proceeded to inform students about the avenues open to them in the vast field of research.
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The Fresher's day was also celebrated on the same day. The students and teachers offered a warm welcome to the young and vibrant group of First years to the Chemistry family. Games, songs and dances by the Second and Third years entertained the First years. A Miss Fresher Contest was also conducted and Miss Shyce Antoo won the title.
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Department Activities (2011-12)
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Chemistry Association organised farewell party 'Sayanora' for the outgoing III rd year students on 16th March 2012. Various games and cultural programmes were organized for their entertainment. A 'Miss Chemistry' competition was held for the students of the outgoing batch. Miss. Mary Fify Antony won the title. Miss. Betsy K. J. And Miss Preethy Padmanabhan were the first and second runner ups, respectively. Distribution of trophies and the crowning ceremony was done by the Head of the Department.
The Valedictory function of the acivities of the Chemistry Association was also conducted on the same day. Various prizes instituted by the association were distributed by the Head.
Star Performers- Nayana Rajan, Anu Susan Cherian, Parvathy S., Mary Fify Antony (S5), Maria Gethu (S3)
Best Lab Performer- Joby Jacob (III year)
Best Seminar Presentation- Prethy Padmanabhan, Nafesa A., Parvathy S., Divya Haridas, Sabeena K. M.
Hundred percentage attendance-Anjana Rajan (I year), Hasana K. H. (ii year), Joby Jacob (III year)
Selfless service to the Department-Nayana Rajan, Mary Fify Antony (III year)
Best Prefect- Elizabeth Mary (I year), Cicily Aneeshya (II year), Reshma C. A. (III year)
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The celebrations of the International Year of Chemistry of the Department came to an end on 20 December, 2011 with a Key note address on BT crops by Dr. Prakash Kumar B., Associate Professsor in Biochemistry, School of BioSciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. The prizes of Chemlore-2011 were distributed afterwards. The retired Professors of the Department were honored during Guruvandanam with a trophy and 'ponnada' by Principal Rev. Sr. Dr. Helan A. P.
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Hands on training session on Canning and Food preservation was conducted for the third year students on 16 December 2011. Dr. Leena Leon, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Home Science, St. Teresa's College took the students to the world of mouth watering food and cold drinks.
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Dr. Leena Leon in the training session | |
A Science Orientation Programme for students Chemexplore was conducted on 13 December 2011. It consisted of the following talks:
Chemistry of Life in the Extreme by Dr. Sherine Sonia Cubelio, Scientist, CMLRE, Ministry of Earth Sciences, Kochi
Science Communication by Smt. Sudha Nampoothiri, Special Correspondent, Times of India
Food Safety by Dr. Robin Jacob Paul, State Laboratory for Livestock, Marine and Agricultural Products, Maradu, Kochi
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Dr. Sherin Cubelio on Chemistry of Life in the Extreme | |
The Chemistry Association organized a competition 'Chemlore 2011 for school students form classes 8th to Plus Two as a part of the International Year of Chemistry Celebrations during October- November. The topic of the competitions was 'Chemistry-our life, our future' The competitions were held in the following categories
Cartoons, Paintings, Pencil drawings, Stories, Poems, Essays
Cash prizes will be distributed during the Valedictory function scheduled to be on 21 December, 2011.
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Prize distribution of Chemlore 2011 | |
Chemistry Association organized a Lecture series on 'Chemistry-Our life, Our future' as a part of the International Year of Chemistry Celebrations (IYC 2011) funded by the University Grants Commission; 27 & 30 September 2011. The series consisted of six lectures, three of them discussing the applications of Chemistry in industry, medicine and energy production & three of them discussing the theoretical aspects of some of the hot topics in Chemistry. The following were the resource persons and their topic:
· Dr. P. Unnikrishnan, Head, Quality Assurance Laboratory, Sud-Chemie India Private Limited- Heterogeneous Catalysts in Chemical Industry
· Dr. Pradeep V. M., Professor & Head, Nuclear Medicine, Regional Cancer Centre-Nuclear Medicine in Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
· Dr. M. S. Bindu (Fullbright IAELP Fellow-2008, Environment and Social Safe Guard Specialist, World Bank Project Management Unit, Govt. of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram- Algae Biofuels- Energy for future
· Dr. P. Jelaja, Associate Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, Maharaja's College, Ernakulam- Basics of Quantum Mechanics
· Dr. Sunny Kuriakose, Associate Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, St. Thomas College, Pala- Structure Elucidation using Spectroscopic Techniques
· Dr. Lovely Mathew, Associate Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, Newman College, Thodupuzha- Molecular and Crystal Symmetry
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UGC Sponsored National Seminar 'Challenges in Nanoscience and Technology, CNT-2011' in Collaboration with the Inter University Centre for Nanomaterials and Devices, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala; 28-29 July 2011. The seminar was a grand sucess and had good participation from various colleges and research institutions. There were five invited lectures and paper and poster presentations by research scholars from various institutions. The seminar was inaugurated by Dr. K. George Thomas (Bhatnagar Award Winner), Professor and Dean, IISER, Thiruvananthapuram. The invited talks were:
· Dr. K. George Thomas- Time and Space: Towards Smaller Scale
· Dr. Rani Joseph, Professor, Department of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala- Polymer Nanocomposites
· Dr. Deepthy Menon, Associate Professor, Amrita Centre for Nanosciences and Nuclear Medicine, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, Kerala- Nanomaterials in Cancer Medicine
· Dr. Anoop Anand, Scientist, Composite Research Centre, Defence Research and Development Organization, Pune- Nanotechnology and Defence Sector
· Dr. Honey John, Assistant Professor, Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Kerala- Nanotechnology and Space Applications
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Inaugural session
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Invited talks
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Inauguration of activities of the Chemistry Association for the year 2011-12 by Dr. Leela Manjooran and Fresher's Day Celebrations; 13th July 2011.
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Department Activities (2010-11)
Inauguration of the International Year of Chemistry Celebrations by Hon'ble Union Minister of Civil Aviation and Overseas Indian Affairs, Sr. Vayalar Ravi. The newsletter of the department Rasathanthra was released during the function. In the technical sessions, Dr. P. S. Parameswaran, Scientist G, National Institute of Oceanography, Cochin and Dr. E. P.Yasodharan, Professor, Cochin University of Science and Technology (Former Chief Inspector of Chemical Weapons, UN and Former Vice Chairman and Principal Secretary, STEC, Govt. of Kerala) delivered talks; March 11, 2011.
A film show on Hundred Discoveries in Chemistry. A Science drama based on catalysis-'Mollakkayude Kuthira' enacted by the students of the Chemistry Department and directed by Dr. Anu Gopinath was staged during the day.
National Science Day Celebrations and Sr. Bertille Memorial Endowment Lecture on Chemistry for Today by Prof. (Retd.) S. Sivadas, Department of Chemistry, CMS College, Kottayam. A quiz and poster competetion on the topic Chemistry In Our Lives was also conducted. The event was supported by the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment and DST, Govt. of India; February 22, 2011.
A grand Farewell to IIIrd year B.Sc. students; February 4, 2011.
An intereactive session by Sr. Mamman Abraham on Personality Development for IIIrd year B.Sc. students; February 1, 2011
Talk on Symmetry and Group Theory by Dr. Lovely Mathew, Associate Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, Newman College, Thodupuzha, Kerala, October; 2010.
An interactive session on Soft Skill Development by Dr. P. V. Joseph, Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, Maharaja's College, Ernakulam; June, 2010.
Inauguration of the Chemistry Association by Dr. C. H. Sujatha, Senior Lecturer, Department of Chemical Oceanography, Cochin University of Science and Technology. Aswathy R., third rank holder and five students who secured 90 percentage marks in the Mahatma Gandhi University B. Sc. Chemistry Examinations, 2010 was felicitated during the function; June 29, 2010.
A seminar on Exploring Life in the Extreme by Sherin Cubelio, Scientist NGGRI, CMFRI, Kochi; February 2010.
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Inauguration of the National Science day Celebrations, 22 February, 2011 by Prof. (Retd.) S. Sivadas
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Talk on Symmetry and Group Theory by Dr. Lovely Mathew, Associate Professor, Newman College, Thodupuzha | 
Soft skill development session by Dr. P. V. Joseph
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Latest Achievements of Faculty
Dr. Anu Gopinath was awarded the DST Fast Track Scheme for Young Scientists; 2012.
Dr. Anu Gopinath published a paper In silico Biological Activity of Steroids from the Marine Sponge Axinella Carteri in an International Journal.
Dr. Anu Gopinath completed the research work at Southampton Oceanographic Centre, UK under Commonwealth fellowship scheme; October-December 2012.
Dr. Saritha Chandran A published a book with an international publisher; June 2012.
Dr. Jaya T. Varkey published a book with an international publisher; August 2011.
Dr. Geetha Andrews took her PhD degree from the Department of Chemical Oceanography of Cochin Univeersity of Science and Technology, July 2011.
Dr. Anu Gopinth participated in the Secone UN/IOC/WESTPAC Training programme 'Water quality and impact on coral reefs' sponsored by UNESCO during 8-11, June 2011 at South China Sea Institute of Oceanography, Sanya Island, China. She was the only Indian among the 15 participants from all over the world.
Dr. Anu Gopinath gained the Common Wealth Fellowship instituted by the Common Wealth Commission, UK.
Dr. Anu Gopinath published two papers in International journals and one in a National journal during 2011-12.
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. published two papers in International journals during 2011-12.
Smt. Geetha Andrews presented a paper at the National Conference on Enhancement of Human Resources through Excellence in Higher Education held at and organized by Christ University, Bangalore, 16-18 February 2011.
Dr. Anu Gopinath presented a paper at the International Analytical Science Congress organized by the Indian Society of Analytical Scientists held at IMA Hall, Kaloor, 24-27 November 2010.
Dr. Ushamani M. Presented a paper at an International Conferene Latest in Polymers (LaP' 10) organized by and held at J. J. Murphy Research Center, Rubber Park, Perumbavoor on 12-13 August 2010.
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. presented a paper on Conducting short fiber composites at an International Conference Latest in Polymers (LaP' 10) organized by and held at J. J. Murphy Research Center, Rubber Park, Perumbavoor on 12-13 August 2010.
Dr. Ushamani M. presented a paper at the Kerala Science Congress- 'Women Young Scientist's Meet (KSC-WYS Meet) organized by Kerala State Council for Science, Technology nd Environment at Thiruvananthapuram on 21 April 2010.
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. presented a paper on NR/PANI coated nylon fiber conducting composites at an International Conference APT 10 organized jointly by the Department of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology, Cochin University of Science and Technology and J. J. Murphy Research Center, Rubber Park, held at J. J. Murphy Research Centre, Rubber Park, Perumbavoor, during 26-27 February 2010.
Dr. Ushamani M. Bagged the SPSI Gold Medal for the Best Thesis in 2005.
Dr. Anu Gopinath bagged the Best Paper Award in Kerala Environment Congress, 2005.
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Books
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Short Nylon Fiber/Elastomer Composites: Electrical and Microwave Characteristics by Dr. Saritha Chandran A., LAP Lambert Academic Publishers, Germany.
Solid phase synthesis of thioredoxin partial sequences- An analytical approach by Dr. Jaya T. Varkey, LAP Lambert Academic Publishers, Germany.
Theoretical and Inorganic Chemistry and Volumetric Analysis-II (Revised edition) by Dr. Anu Gopinath: For Semester II of CBCSS BSc Programme of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Alchemy Books. Co-authors: Prof. Chandradasan and Dr. Dominic Thomas.
Methodology of Chemistry As a Discipline of Science and Volumetric Analysis-I (Revised edition) by Dr. Anu Gopinath: For I Semester CBCSS Core Course of BSc Chemistry Programme of Mahatma Gandhi Univeristy, Kottayam, Alchemy Books. Co-authors: Prof. Chandradasan and Dr. Dominic Thomas.
Environmental Chemistry by Dr. Anu Gopinath: For Open Course in Semester V and Choice Based Course for Semester VI of CBCSS Programme of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. Alchemy Books. Co-authors: Prof. Chandradasan and Dr. Dominic Thomas.
Volumetric Analysis by Dr. Saritha Chandran A. : For I & II Semester CBCSS Complementary Chemistry Course of B.Sc Programme of Mahatma Gandhi Univeristy, Kottayam. Gayathri Publishers.
Theoretical and Inorganic Chemistry and Volumetric Analysis-II by Dr. Anu Gopinath: For Semester II of CBCSS BSc Programme of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Alchemy Books. Co-authors: Prof. Chandradasan and Dr. Dominic Thomas.
Methodology of Chemistry as a Discipline of Science and Volumetric Analysis-I by Dr. Anu Gopinath: For I Semester CBCSS Core Course of BSc Chemistry Programme of Mahatma Gandhi Univeristy, Kottayam. Alchemy Books. Co-authors: Prof. Chandradasan and Dr. Dominic Thomas
Chemistry for Engineers by Dr. Ushamani M.: For B. Tech Course of Mahatma Gandhi, Calicut and Kerala Universities, Educational Publishers and Distributors. Coauthors: Dr. Rani Joseph and Dr. K. E. George.
A Textbook of Engineering Chemistry by Dr. Ushamani M (Second edition): For Revised Syllabus of B. Tech course of Cochin Univerisity of Science and Technology, Educational Publishers. Coauthors: Dr. Rani Joseph and Dr. K. E. George.
A Textbook of Engineering Chemistry by Dr. Ushamani M (First edition): For Revised Syllabus of B. Tech course of Cochin Univerisity of Science and Technology, Educational Publishers. Coauthors: Dr. Rani Joseph and Dr. K. E. George.
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Faculty Development Programmes attended
Dr. Saritha Chandran A and Dr. Jaya T. Varkey attended a Refresher Course in Environmental Science at the UGC Academic Staff College, Thiruvananthapuram; 1-22 October 2012.
Dr. Anu Gopinath attended an IT oriented Orientation Course at the UGC Academic Staff College, Thiruvananthapuram; 16 May- 13 June 2012.
Dr. Ushamani M. and Dr. Jaya T. Varkey attended the Refresher Course in Nanoscience for University/College Teachers conducted by the UGC Academic Staff College, University of Calicut; 10- 30th Novermber, 2011.
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. attended the UGC Sponsored Orientation Programme (IT Oriented) for University/College Teachers conducted by the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Kariavattom; 26th April - 23rd May, 2011.
Dr. Jaya T. Varkey attended a one day workshop on credit and semester system; 7th August, 2009.
Smt. Geetha Andrews, Dr. Ushamani M., Dr. Jaya T. Varkey and Dr. Anu Gopinath atttend a three day programme of General Informatics; 20-22nd December 2010.
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Seminars/Workshops/Orientations attended by faculty
Dr. Jaya T. Varkey attended the International seminar on Stem cell Technology and Tissue Engineering organized by the Department of Botany of St. Teresa's College; 15 January 2013.
Dr. Ushamani and Dr. Jaya T. Varkey attended a Workshop on Innovative Practices in Research organized by IQAC, St. Teresa's College; 17 December 2012.
Dr. Jaya T. Varkey attended a UGC sponsored National Seminar on Computational Chemistry at S. H. College, Thevara; 5-6 December 2012.
Dr. Geetha Andrews, Dr. Ushamani M. and Dr. Saritha Chandran A attended a UGC sponsored National Level Seminar on Modern Trends in Research-2012 organized by TRACC, St. Teresa's College; 5 December 2012.
Dr. Jaya T. Varkey and Dr. Saritha Chandran A. attended a Workshop on Computational Chemistry- A Powerful Tool (CHEMPUTE) organized by the Department of Chemistry, Maharaja's College, Ernakulam sponsored by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Kerala; 1-2 November 2012.
Dr. Ushamani M attended a Two day Conference on Emerging Perspectives in Higher Education organized by Newman College, Thodupuzha; 29-30, October, 2012.
Dr. Ushamani M. attended the UGC sponsored National seminar on Ageing and Society- A Multidisciplinary Approach organized by the Department of Home Science, St. Teresa's College; 4-5 October 2012.
Dr. Geetha Andrews and Dr.Saritha Chandran A. attended the UGC Sponsored National Seminar on Towards Green consumerism-Innovative Approaches and Practices organized by Department of Home Science of St. Teresa's College; 9-10 August 2012.
Dr. Geetha Andrews and Dr. Anu Gopinath attended a UGC sponsored Seminar on Women in Development Process: Role Of Local Self Govt/-Strategies And Policies In The Changing Scenario organized by the Women's Cell of St. Teresa's College; 6-8 August 2012.
Dr. Geetha Andrews, Dr. Ushamani M., Dr. Jaya T. Varkey and Dr. Anu Gopinath attended a State Level Seminar on Intellectual Property Rights- Concepts, Policies and Guidelines organized by St. Teresa's College and Patent Information Centre, Kerala/KSCSTE; 11 July 2012.
Dr. Geetha Andrews, Dr. Ushamani M., Dr. Jaya T. Varkey and Dr. Saritha Chandran A. attended the International Conference on Nutritional Medicine, Health and Wellness organized by Department of Zoology, St. Teresa's College; 7-8 June 2012.
Dr. Geetha Andrews attended the State level seminar on Virtual labs held at Amritha Viswavidyapeetam, Edapally in collaboration with MHRD; 24 September 2011.
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. & Dr. Anu Gopinath attended the UGC sponsored National Seminar on Modern Streams of Biochemistry organized by St. Albert's College, Ernakulam; 20 & 22 September, 2011
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. attended the UGC sponsored National Seminar on Biopharmaceuticals organized by St. Mary's College, Thrissur; 28-29 July, 2011.
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. attended the Erudite Programme - Lecture Series by Prof. May- Britt-Hagg, Department of Chemical Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Norway under the Erudite jointly organized by the Govt. of Kerala, Kerala State Higher Education Council and Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam; 4-8th April, 2011.
Dr. Anu Gopinath and Dr. Saritha Chandran A. attended the UGC sponsored National Seminar and Workshop on Animal Welfare and Humane Education organized by the Department of Zoology, St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam in collaboration with Mahatma Gandhi-Doerenkamp Center (MGDC), Bharathidasan University; 15th March, 2011.
Smt. Geetha Andrews attended a programme on General Informatics funded by the Kerala Higher Education Council held at St. Teresa's College ; 20-22 nd December 2010.
All the faculty members attended the First Kerala Women science Congress organized by Sakthi and St Teresa's College, Ernakulam; August 10-12th, 2011.
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Research Projects
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Biogeochemical Factors and Ecosystem of Dynamics of Coral Reef Ecosystem of Lakshadweep Archipelago
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Major (Ongoing)
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DST
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Dr. Anu Gopinath
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Investigation on the Electrical and Optical Properties of Spin Coated Polymer Nano Composite Thin Films
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Minor (Ongoing)
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UGC
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Dr. Kala M. S. (Department of Physics) & Dr. Ushamani M.
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Radionuclides in Edible Sea Foods of Kerala and Lakshadweep Coast
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Ongoing
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Collaborating reseach programme involving reseach institutes from countries like China, Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam and Singapore
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Dr. Anu Gopinath
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Plutonium Levels in Coral Growth Bands -Paleoclimatic Indicators
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Ongoing
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Collaborative programme with Korea Ocean Reseach and Development Institute
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Dr. Anu Gopinath
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Biogeochemical Constituents of Seaweeds of Kerala Coast
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Minor (Ongoing)
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UGC
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Dr. Anu Gopinath
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Biogeochemical Studies on the Coral Reef Ecosystem of Lakshadweep Archipelago
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Major (Completed)
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DST under WOS-A Scheme
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Dr. Anu Gopinath
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7
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Biodiversity of Mangroves
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Minor (Completed)
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CED, TVM and Ministry of Environment and Forest, Government of India
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Dr. Anu Gopinath
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Spatial Models of Organochlorine Pesticides in Kuttanad Backwater Ecosystem - A GIS Approach
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Minor (Completed)
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CED, TVM and Ministry of Environment and Forest, Government of India
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Dr. Anu Gopinath
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Water Quality Aspects of Eloor Panchayath
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Minor (Completed)
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CED, TVM and Ministry of Environment and Forest, Government of India
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Dr. Anu Gopinath
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A Reusable Polymer Blend for Holographic Applications
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Minor (Completed)
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UGC
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Dr. Ushamani M.
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Linkages with Research Institutions
Korea Ocean Research and Development Institute, Korea
Southampton Oceanographic Centre, UK.
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.
Marine Biotechnology Centre, Cochin University of Science and Technology.
Post Graduate and Research Dept of Chemistry, St Albert's College, Ernakulam.
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Extension Activities of Faculty (2011-12)
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. was one of the judges of 'Resonance' the Interschool Skit and Exhibition Completion organized as a part of the International Year of Chemistry Celebrations by Bharatiya Vidya Mandir, Girinagar; 1 December, 2011.
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. was one of the judges of the Interschool Powerpoint Presentation Competition for Plus one and Plus two students on the topic "Renewable Energy Resources" organized by and held at Bhavan's Vidya Mandir, Girinagar, Ernakulam to commemorate the International Year of Chemistry; 29 October, 2011.
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. and Dr. Anu Gopinath were the judges of the Interschool Powerpoint Presentation Competition, Navachar, a part of the venuture Avishakar Scientia Atomos 2011 organized by and held at Chinmaya Vidyalayam, Vaduthala, Ernakulam; 22 October, 2011.
Dr. Geetha Andrews was the judge of the Interschool Power point Presentation Competition organized by Cochin Refineries School, Ernakulam during the International Year of Chemistry Celebrations of the school; 15 October, 2011
Dr. Geetha Andrews was the resource person for the Lecture series of International Year of Chemistry Celebrations of St. Joseph's College, Aleppey. She inaugurated the activities of the Chemistry Association of the College; 1 October 2011.
Dr. Anu Gopinath was a member of the Judging Committee of the paper presentations by research scholars for the UGC sponsored National Seminar 'Modern Streams of Biochemistry' organized by St. Albert's College, Ernakulam. She also chaired a technical session of the seminar; 20 & 22 September 2011.
Dr. Anu Gopinath was the resource person for the State level workshop on Research Methodology sponsored by KSHEC organized by St. Stephen's College, Uzhavoor; 24 August2011.
Dr. Anu Gopinath inaugurated the activities of the Chemistry Association of St. Xavier's College, Aluva and delivered a Lecture on Research Methodology,; 17 August 2011.
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EXTENSION ACTIVITIES OF THE DEPARTMENT
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Extension activities of the Department (2012-13)
TROP activities of the Department for the year were initiated during July 2012. The site selected was St. Maria Goreitti Public School, Nettoor, Ernakulam. Every month 8 students from III BSc class of the Department visited and trained the UP students of the school on different topics related to Chemistry and Environment. Hands on training sessions were also conducted.
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August
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Classes on Introduction to Environment, Competitions and Games on Environmental Pollution
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September
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Classes on Waste Management, Hands on training on paper bag making, Quiz competition
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Classes on Hazards caused by chemicals, Hands on training on flower making with clay and card making
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1) Classes on Chemistry in everyday life, Advertisement making competition on tooth pastes, Hands on training in making useful materials from thrown-away plastic carry bags
2) Class on Puberty by Dr. (Sr.) Jaya, Pediatrician of P. S. Misson Hospital, Kundannoor, Ernakulam
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Extension activities of the Department (2011-12)
On 17 December 2011, all the staff members and students (I, II and III year) of the Department visited a Government Settlement for destitute girl children under the age of 18. Christmas was celebrated including the girls of the Settlement. Students organized various prorammes for the children. Christmas cake and gifts were distributed to the inmates. After discussion with the authorities of the Settlement, the Department has also planned to set up a library for the inmates. Currently our students are actively involved in the collection of books for the same.
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Extension activities of the Department (2010-11)
1. A talk on Potential Development Through Self Awareness for the students of St. Mary's School, Vallarpadam, Ernakulam by Sri. Mamman Abraham, Retired Manager, Federal Bank as a part of the TROP activities of the Department during October, 2010.
2. Energizing students through YOGA - a YOGA demonstration class by Mrs. Charu Narayanan (State Level YOGA Champion) and Kumari. Meenakshi Narayanan (National Level YOGA Champion) for the students of St. Mary's School, Vallarpadam, Ernakulam as a part of the TROP activities of the Department during October, 2010.
3. A Dental Checkup Camp by Dr. Susha Miriam Biju and her team of Vettikkattil Dental Clinic, Fort Cochin for the students of Department of Chemistry; October, 2010.
4. The Department has arranged sponsorship of two needy students by Accenture, Bangalore. They sponsor the educational expense and daily lunch.
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TROP activity for the year 2010- 11 | | |
Dental Checkup Camp | |
Academic Achievements
BSc Chemistry VI Semester Examinations, March/April 2012
Out of a total of 30 students, the following 10 students scored overall A grade.
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Name of the student
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GPA
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Betsy K. J.
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3.55
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Divya P. Haridas
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3.50
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Greshma George
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3.56
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Nayana Rajan
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3.66
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Parvathy S.
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3.72
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Preethi Padmanabhan
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3.73
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Reshma C. A.
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3.61
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Jobi Jacob
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3.50
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Sabina K.M.
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3.60
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Saritha Gopal
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3.62
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70% of the passed out students joined for higher studies in various prestigious institutions including Central University, Pondichery and CUSAT.
BSc Chemistry V Semester Examinations, November 2011
24 students of our Department achieved A grade and the rest 6 students achieved B grade out of the total 30 students who appeared for the V Semester CBCSS BSc Chemistry Examinations, November 2011.
BSc Chemistry Final Year Examinations, March 2011
Department of Chemistry achieved 100 % pass this year. Though 3 colleges got the credit of 100 % pass in BSc Chemistry Examinations, March 2011 under Mahatma Gandhi University, ours had the maximum number of candidates. Out of the 33 students who appeared, 22 got distinctions, 10 got first class and 1 passed with a second class.
70% of these students joined for MSc Chemistry course. Through All India Tests, 4 students got admission for Msc Hydrochemistry course of CUSAT, 1 of them got selected for MSc Environmental Technology course of CUSAT, another got selected fo MSc Applied Chemistry course of CUSAT.
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STUDENT ACHIEVERS
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Riza Arifa and Leya Rose Rapael of III BSc were selected as trainers in the Additional Skill Acquisition Programme (ASAP) of Government of Kerala.
Adlet Louiz and Leya Rose Raphael of III BSc got selected in IBM and Cognizant Technological Solutions, respectively through campus interview.
Leya Rose Raphael of III BSc got selected in Cognizant Technological Solutions through campus interview.
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Star Performers
BSc Chemistry VI Semester Examinations, March/April 2012
Anu Suasn Cherian was the University topper for the VI semester B. Sc. Examination with an overall A+ and GPA of 3.83
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BSc Chemistry V Semester Examinations, November 2011
Nayana Rajan, Mary Fifi Antony and Parvathy A. achieved A grade for all papers in the BSc Chemistry V Semester Examinations, November 2011.
BSc Chemistry Final Year Examinations, March 2011
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Name of the student
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Marks/1000
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Remyalakshmi
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952
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Fabeena P. H.
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948
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Sofia Hamsa
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934
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Divya Gopinath
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918
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Anju Joseph
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909
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Rank Holders
Aswathy R. 3rd Rank in M.G. University B.Sc Chemistry Examinations, 2010
Shikha K. T. 3rd Rank in M.G. University B.Sc Chemistry Examinations, 2009
Nithya Mahavar. 4th Rank in M.G. University B.Sc Chemistry Examinations, 2009
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Aswathy R. (2010) and Shikha K. T. (2009) | | |
Nithya Mahavir (2009)
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Seminars/Workshops attended by students
7 students of III BSc and 2 students of I DC attended the Chocolate making course by Entrepreneurship Development Club of the College; 8 October 2012.
Nithya S. Nalan, Dhanu Treasa Mathew and Sheryl Cherian Parakkal of II BSc attended a National seminar in Advanced Polymers at Mahatma Gandhi University College of Engineering, Thodupuzha from 28-29 September, 2012. Sheryl Cherian Parakkal presented a paper titled Recent trends in recombinant polymers for drug delivery' and a poster on ' Denatured Bovine Serum Albumin (DBSA) as an efficient drug delivery platform.
Nithya S. Nalan and Annu John of II DC chemistry had participated in a UGC sponsored National seminar on Green Chemistry organized by Dept. of Chemistry, B.C.M. College, Kottayam on 26th and 27th July, 2012
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Prizes installed by Chemistry Association
Best Seminar Presentation
Best Prefect
Best Lab Performers
Hundred Percentage Attendance
Selfless Service to the Department
Best All Rounder
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Scholarship Received by the Students of Chemistry Department
1. Platinum Jubilee scholarships for 3 students.
2. JNB scholarship for 2 students.
3. STARS scholarship of Rs. 1000/- each, for 2 students.
4. Shikha K. T., 3rd Rank holder, Mahatma Gandhi University B.Sc Chemistry Examinations, 2008-2009 batch was given Rs. 5000/- by the staff and students of the Department.
5. 2 Meritorious and economically backward studetns of I B.Sc are given educational scholarship for 3 years by employees of Accenture, Banglore.
6. Our students also receive various scholarships instituted by Central as well as State Government.
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Training given to students
1. Personality and Body Language Improvisation Class for III BSc students every year
2. Training in Power Point Presentation to III BSc students every year
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Educational visits
Visit to research institution and factories like Spices Board, Sophisticated Testing and Instrumentation Centre (STIC) situated at Cochin University of Science and Technology, National Institute of Oceanography, Hindustan Organic Chemicals (HOC) is organized every year.
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Alumini
Dr. Laliyamma Jose, Principal (Retd.) Bharatha Matha College, Thrikkakara.
Prof. Celine V. A, Former HOD, Dept. of Chemistry, St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam.
Dr. Laliyamma Jose, Principal, Bharatha Matha College, Thrikkakara.
Dr. Kushala Rajendran, Scientist, IISc, Banglore.
Mrs. Alice, HOD, Dept. of Chemisty, Bharatha Matha College, Thrikkakara.
Sr. Roseline, Associate Professor, Morning Star Home Science College, Angamaly.
Dr. Vidya Raman, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, Maharaja's College.
Dr. Ushamani M., Assistant Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam.
Dr. Tania Francis, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam.
Dr. Saritha Chandran A. Assistant Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam.
Mrs. Jebin, Assistant Professor, Sree Sankara College, Kalady.
Dr. Sulekha, Associate Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, SNM College, Maliankara.
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Contact
Ph: 0484 2380652
Email: chemistry@teresas.ac.in
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