Dr. S. Valli
PG & Research Department of Microbiology · Head & Associate Professor
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Qualifications
- Ph.D., Biotechnology, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur (Highly Commended, 2015)
- State Eligibility Test (SET) in Life Sciences, Bharathidasan University (Cleared, 2006)
- M.Phil., Life Science, Madurai Kamaraj University (2010)
- M.Phil., Life Science, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University (2004)
- M.Sc., Microbiology, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University (1996)
- B.Sc., Botany, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University (University 1st Rank, Gold Medalist, 89%, 1994)
Work Experience
- Head of the Department, PG & Research Dept. of Microbiology, Mohamed Sathak College of Arts & Science, Chennai (Jan 2025 – Present)
- Assistant Professor, PG & Research Dept. of Microbiology, Mohamed Sathak College of Arts & Science, Chennai (October 2000 – Jan 2025)
- Lecturer, Department of Microbiology, Maharaja College for Women, Perundurai (July 1996 – September 2000)
- Total Teaching Experience: 29 Years
Research Specialization & Supervision
- Thesis Domain: Anticryptococcal activity of selected medicinal plants against clinical and environmental isolates and molecular docking studies of phytochemicals with laccase from Cryptococcus neoformans.
- Ph.D. Research Supervisor: Approved Guide by University of Madras (Completed: 1 student, Ongoing: 4 students).
- M.Phil. & PG Guidance: Approved M.Phil. Guide for Madras University, Bharathidasan University, and Periyar University. Guided 25 M.Phil. students and more than 120 Post Graduate scholars.
- Scientific Quality & Peer Review: Distinctive expertise across QC/QA frameworks, molecular diagnostics, Scopus H-index 8, and Google Scholar H-index 14. Editorial reviewer for international biological journals.
Research & Academic Metrics
29Years Exp
27Publications
05Book Chaps
145+Scholars Guided
577Citations
Awards & Recognition
🏆 Best Teacher Award 2023 "Guru Devo Bhava" – Gleneagles Global Health City
Academic Governance & Administrative Roles
- Board of Studies Member in Microbiology, University of Madras (2025 – 2028)
- Syllabus Formulation Committee Member (B.Sc. & M.Sc. Microbiology), TANSCHE
- Chairman, Board of Studies in Microbiology, PRIDE, Periyar University, Salem
- Board of Studies Member, JBAS College (Teynampet) and Sankara College of Arts and Science
- Staff Qualification Approval Panel Member, University of Madras
- Course Approval Commission Member, Apollo College and Peri College (appointed by University of Madras)
- Internal Member & Criterion 1 In-charge, IQAC, Mohamed Sathak College
- NSS Programme Officer for Girls Unit (Unit III), University of Madras (2017 – 2020)
Contact
Phone+91 9841757759
Research Publications (National & International Journals)
Research Publication (2025): "Molecular docking of phytochemicals of Terminalia chebula and Terminalia bellerica fruit extracts against AmpC, CTX-M-15 and NDM enzymes of Gram Negative bacteria", 2nd International Conference on Recent Innovations in Biological, Chemical and Clinical Sciences (RIBCCS).
Research Publication (2023): "Cloning of Flic Gene from Salmonella Enterica Serovar typhi in Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Evaluation of its Expression", Indian Journal of Natural Sciences, 14(81).
Research Publication (2023): "Isolation, Identification and Characterization of Oil Degrading Bacteria Isolated from the Contaminated Sites of Chennai and Tuticorin", Indian Journal of Natural Sciences, 14(81).
Research Publication (2023): "Evaluation of phytochemical and antioxidant analysis of various halophytes isolated from Pichavaram region", Asian Journal of Microbiol. Biotech. Env. Sci., 25(2).
Research Publication (2021): "Antibacterial activity of Terminalia chebula and Terminalia bellerica fruit extracts against imipenem and meropenem resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains", Medicinal Plants, 13(4).
Research Publication (2019): "Silver nanoparticles: A promising alternative approach to combat bacterial infections", The Pharma Innovation Journal, 8(1).
Research Publication (2019): "Green Tea Extract-Propitious Approach to Combat Urinary Tract Pathogens", International Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, 9(3).
Research Publication (2019): "Anticancerous And Antioxidant Activity Of Camellia Sinensis", International Journal of Interdisciplinary Res and Innov, 7(2).
Research Publication (2017): "Wheat bran - propitious substrate for vanillin production by Pseudomonas fluorescence", World Journal of Pharm & Pharm Sci, 6(10).
Research Publication (2017): "Influence of Vegetable Oils on Biosurfactant Production by Serratia Species Isolated From Soil", Int.J.Curr.Res.Aca.Rev., 4.
Research Publication (2015): "Antibacterial And Phytochemical Analysis Of Cissus Quadrangularis On Selected UTI Pathogens And Molecular Characterization For Phylogenetic Analysis Of Klebsiella pneumoniae", World Journal Of Pharm & Pharm Sci, 4(11).
Research Publication (2014): "Lemon peels mediated synthesis of silver nanoparticles and its antidermatophytic Activity", Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy, 124.
Research Publication (2014): "Anticryptococcal activity of alkaloid rich fraction of leaves of Prosopis juliflora-a future promising supplementary therapy for cryptococcosis and cryptococcal meningitis?", Int J Pharm Pharm Sci, 6(2).
Research Publication (2013): "Anticryptococcal activity of Terminalia chebula against clinical and environmental isolates of Cryptococcus neoformans", J. Adv. Pharm. Edu. & Res., 3(2).
Research Publication (2013): "Terminalia bellerica- a promising challenge to cryptococcosis", IJPRBS, 2(5).
Research Publication (2013): "Isolation of siderophore producing bacteria from rhizosphere soil and their antagonistic activity against selected fungal plant pathogens", Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci., 2(1).
Research Publication (2013): "Antagonistic activity of Trichoderma viride isolate on soil borne plant pathogenic fungi", International Journal of Bioassays, 2(1).
Research Publication (2012): "Antimicrobial potential of Actinomycetes species isolated from marine environment", Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, 2(6).
Research Publication (2012): "A Study on the Lactase Potential of Kluyveromyces lactis Grown in Whey", Int. Journal of Pharma & Bio Archives, 3(4).
Research Publication (2012): "Pgpr Bacillus species isolated from tomato plant a comparative study on coconut water enrichment", International Journal of Bioassays, 1(11).
Research Publication (2011): "Can smoking cause melanization of Cryptococcus neoformans in vivo?", Malaysian Journal of Microbiology, 7(4).
Research Publication (2011): "Microbial Product Act As a Probiotic against Human Intestinal Pathogens", International Journal of Pharmaceutical & Biological Archives, 2(4).
Research Publication (2011): "Production of Extracellular Polysaccharides by a Rhizobium Species from Root Nodules of Vigna mungo (Hepper)", Inter. Journal of Pharm & Biol. Archives, 2(4).
Research Publication (2011): "Antifungal activity of Prosopis juliflora against clinical and environmental isolates of Cryptococcus neoformans", Ind J. Appl. Microbiol., 13(1).
Research Publication (2009): "Cowitch seed agar medium: a simple new medium for identification and melanin production of Cryptococcus neoformans", Mycoses, 54, e208-e210.
Academic Book Chapters Published
Book Chapter (2026): "CRISPR Evolution and the Rewriting of Microbial Futures", Microbial Evolution Meets Biotechnology: Adaptive Solutions for the 21st Century, CHRISAM Publishers, pp. 168-182.
Book Chapter (2025): "Unlocking Marine Biodiversity: A Frontier for Revolutionary Biomedicine and Pharmaceutical Innovations", Blue Biofrontiers: Marine Resources for Health, Industry, and Conservation, HSRA Publications, pp. 13-27.
Book Chapter (2024): "Nanotechnology in soil and water bioremediation", Biotechnology at the Nanoscale: Applications in Cancer and Bioremediation, JCR Publication, pp. 305-322.
Book Chapter (2024): "Nanotechnology in Cancer Immunotherapy", Biotechnology at the Nanoscale: Applications in Cancer and Bioremediation, JCR Publication, pp. 189-195.
Book Chapter (2020): "Microbial Factories for Biofertilizer Production: Present scenario and Future Prospects", Recent Trends in Modern Microbial Technology, pp. 59-68.
Conferences, Workshops & Seminars Organized
Workshop Organizer (2023): Workshop on Biofertilizer Production, Mohamed Sathak College of Arts and Science (September 2023).
Workshop Organizer (2019): Workshop on Mushroom Cultivation (July 2019).
Organizing Committee Member (2018): Science Academies Lecture Workshop on Frontiers and Innovations in Microbiology (FIM 2018).
Organizing Secretary (2015): MICROBION 2015 – International Seminar on New Horizons in Microbiology-Challenges and Prospects.
Organizing Committee Member (2014): NATCON 2014, Mohamed Sathak College of Arts and Science.
Regional Seminar Organizer (2012): Recent Trends in Research and Applications of Life Sciences.
Conference Co-Organizer (2002): First Annual Conference of Indian Association of Applied Microbiologists (IAAM).
National Symposium Organizer (2001): IMMUNOTECHNOLOGY, Mohamed Sathak College, Chennai.
Faculty Development Programs Attended
Naan Mudhalvan Scheme FDP: "PCR Technology" – Tamilnadu Skill Development in association with BVERSITY and University of Madras.
FDP on AI: "Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security" – Mohamed Sathak College.
International Online FDP: "Economic impact of antimicrobial resistance in humans" – Valliammal College for Women.
Bioinformatics Training: "Practical Bioinformatics on a wet lab set up" – Sathyabama University.
Academic Methodology FDP: "Research Methodology" – Mathematics Dept., Mohamed Sathak College.
Strategic Institution FDP: "NAAC awareness and revised accreditation process" – Mother Teresa University.
Corporate Frameworks FDP: "Team building and managing" – ICT Academy.