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Assist. Prof. Dr Parimala Gnana Soundari Arockiam Jeyasundar | Biotechnology | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Rathnavel Subramaniam college of arts and science, India

Currently a Research Scientific Officer in the Department of Biotechnology at RathnaVel Subramaniam College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, this accomplished researcher has a robust 9-year background in actinomycetes, with expertise in isolating and characterizing secondary metabolites, focusing on their bioactive potentials. 🧫 Over the years, their work has grown to encompass environmental sciences, specializing in microbial-assisted phytoremediation of heavy metal-contaminated sites. 🌍 With research experiences spanning multiple institutions, including a postdoctoral role at Northwest A&F University in China, they are known for blending microbial biotechnology with practical environmental applications. Their work highlights the ecological significance and therapeutic promise of actinomycetes and endophytic fungi.

Publication Profile

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Education  🎓

Ph.D. in Microbial Biotechnology (2011–2014): Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, India – Thesis: Characterization of yellow pigment produced by Streptomyces parvulus C5-5Y for therapeutic applications.M.Phil. in Microbial Biotechnology (2009–2011): Bharathiar University – Studied diversity and antimicrobial activity of Streptomyces species in India’s southern coastal regions.M.Sc. in Industrial Biotechnology (2007–2009): Bharathiar University – Researched molecular profiling of fertility restorer genes in rice.B.Sc. in Zoology (2004–2007): Madurai Kamaraj University – Bionomics study on mosquitoes in Madurai’s rural areas.Additional: MBA in Investment Management, PG Diploma in Genomics and Proteomics.

Experience  💼

Research Scientific Officer (present): RathnaVel Subramaniam College, Coimbatore – Specializes in microbial-assisted phytoremediation.Postdoctoral Research Scientist (2018–2021): Northwest A&F University, China – Focused on microbial biotechnology and Actinomycetes characterization.Guest Lecturer (Previous): Gandhigram Rural Institute – Delivered lectures on microbiology and biotechnology.Junior Project Fellow (2011–2014): Bharathiar University, India – Conducted research on Streptomyces and secondary metabolites.

Awards & Honors 🏆

China Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2018–2021): Northwest A&F University, ChinaJunior Project Fellowship (2011–2014): University Grants Commission Major Research Project, New Delhi, IndiaMarudhu Pandian Endowment Merit Fellowship (2006): Madurai Kamaraj University, India

Research Focus 🔬

Isolation and characterization of Actinomycetes from stressed environments.Analysis of antioxidant and therapeutic properties of Streptomyces metabolites.Study of endophytic fungi from medicinal trees.Actinomycete diversity studies in Tamil Nadu’s southern coast.Microbial co-inoculation for enhanced phytoremediation of contaminated soils.

Publication  Top Notes

Nanotechnology-Based Lithium-Ion Battery Energy Storage Systems – This 2024 article discusses the sustainable development of lithium-ion battery storage systems, emphasizing advancements in nanotechnology (DOI: 10.3390/su16219231).

Pros and Cons of Biochar in Soil – Published in Earth Systems and Environment (2023), this study evaluates biochar’s role in mobilizing toxic elements in soil, with implications for environmental health (DOI: 10.1007/s41748-022-00336-8).

Waste Biorefinery and Life-Cycle Assessment – A 2021 book chapter on waste biorefinery highlights bioeconomy principles and life-cycle assessment for sustainable waste management (DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-12-821878-5.00014-3).

Heavy Metal Remediation Using Bacillus subtilis and Saponin – In Chemosphere (2021), this study explores the combined impact of Bacillus subtilis and saponin on heavy metal remediation in contaminated soil (DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2021.131454).

Biochar and Soil Quality in Mining-Contaminated Land – This research examines the effects of sheep bone biochar on soil quality, Cd and Zn phytoavailability, and maize growth in mining-contaminated areas (DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2021.131016).

Conclusion

The candidate’s expertise in microbial biotechnology, her significant technical skills, and her contributions to the fields of actinomycetes research and environmental microbiology position her as a compelling nominee for the Women Researcher Award. She embodies the qualities of a dedicated researcher contributing meaningfully to both scientific knowledge and real-world applications in environmental biotechnology. Addressing the suggested areas for improvement could further amplify her research impact and reinforce her standing as a leader in her field.

Parimala Gnana Soundari Arockiam Jeyasundar | Biotechnology | Women Researcher Award

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