Dr. S. Deborah

Innovative Professor of Biotechnology with knack for driving research breakthroughs and fostering academic growth. Led numerous pioneering projects, resulting in significant advancements in genetic engineering and bioinformatics. Known for cultivating collaborative environment, mentoring future scientists, and publishing influential papers in top-tier journals.

PROJECT WORK PROFILE

• M.Sc project Title 1: Determine the binding capability of the rat glandular protein using 2-naphthol as a fluorescent probe.

- Guide 1: Dr. Archunan., Animal Biotechnology Department, Bharathidasan University, Trichy.

• M.Phil project Title 2: Biodegradation of Distilleries Effluent by using Microbes and Plants.

- Guide 2: Dr. J. Sebastian Raj., Department of Biotechnology, Jamal Mohamed College, Trichy.

• Ph.D project Title 2: Phytochemical and Phytopharmacological studies on Phoenix loureiroi Kunth - An important wild edible fruit’

- Guide 3: Dr. S.P. Anand., Department of Botany, National College, Trichy.

RESEARCH PROJECT:

M.SC. STUDENT PROJECTS:

• Title: Pharmacological Activity of Endophytic Fungi Isolated from Pithecellobium dulce
• Title: Pharmacological Activity of Endophytic Fungi Isolated from Annona reticulata

AWARD AND ACHIEVEMENTS:

• Won prizes in various competitions including sports, song, and cultural events.
• Received awards for academic excellence in multiple academic events.
• Palakalai Kalaignar Virudhu Award by Jeyam Samuga Inaivor.
• Young Researcher Award 2023 by InSc (Institute of Scholars).
• Reviewer for InSc (Institute of Scholars).
• Professional Member of InSc (Institute of Scholars).

• Deborah, S., Anand, S. P., and Velmurugan, G. (2017). Evaluation of In vitro anticancer activity of Tarenna asiatica (L.) fruits ethanolic extract against human breast cancer. International Journal of Herbal Me dicine. 5(5): 110-113.
• SP Anand, S Deborah and G Velmurugan. (2017). Antimicrobial activity, nutritional profile and phytochemical screening of wild edible fruit of Catunaregam spinosa (Thunb.) Tirveng. The Pharma Innovation Journal; 6(10): 106-109.
• S. P. Anand and S. Deborah (2017). Preliminary phytochemical screening of wild edible fruits from Boda and Kolli hills. Journal of Medicinal Herbs and Ethnomedicine. 2017, 3: 8-12.
• Deborah, S., and Anand, S. P. (2017). In vitro Antibacterial activity of Phoenix loureiroi KUNTH against selected Gram negative and Gram positive pathogenic bacteria. International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research. 8(7), 1412-1421.
• S. Deborah and S. P. Anand (2018). Quantitative phytochemical analysis on fruit extracts of Phoenix Loureiroi Kunth- An Important Medicinal Plant. International Journal of Phytopharmacy Research, 9 (1), 1-4
• Anand, S. P., Deborah, S. and Velmurugan, G. (2017). Quantitative phytochemical analysis of some edible fruits from Boda and Kolli hills. Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, 6(5), 2002-2005.
• S. P. Anand and S. Deborah (2016). Nutritional analysis of wild edible fruits from Boda and Kolli hills, Tamil Nadu. International Journal of Nutrition and Agriculture Research, 3 (2): 85-92.
• S. P. Anand and S. Deborah (2016). Enumeration of wild edible fruits from Boda Hills and Kolli Hills. International Journal of Applied Biology and Pharmaceutical Technology. 7(2): 96 -102.
• S. Deborah and J. Sebastian Raj “Bioremediation of heavy metals from distilleries effluent using microbes”. Journal of Applied and Advanced Research 2016, 1(2): 23–28.
• S.P Anand, S Deborah and G. Velmurugan (2018) “Evaluation of ntioxidant activity of some wild edible fruits collected from Boda and Kolli hills”. The Journal of Phytopharmacology; 7(2): 127-133.
• S. Deborah, T. Nargis Begum, V. Miriam Sheba, J. Jayaprakash, P.G. Nisha, B. Balaji Prasath (2024). Influence of Seasons and Environmental Variables on Methane Dynamics in the Muthukuda Mangrove Sediments of Tamil Nadu. Journal of Environmental Biology, 45(4), 438-445.
• Kavitha D., V. Nandagopalan, S. Deborah (2024). Green Synthesis and Characterization of Silver Nanoparticle from Calanthe Masuca (D. Don) Lindl. Leaf Extract and Evaluation of Biological Activity - An Endangered Orchid. International Journal of Plant and Environment, 10(01), 45-52.
• D. Kavitha, V. Nandagopalan, S. Deborah (2024). In-Vitro Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties in Methanol Leaf Extract of Calanthe Masuca (D. Don) Lindl. (Orchidaceae) of Terrestrial an Endangered Orchid of Kolli. Journal of Plant Science Research, 40(1).

• National Symposium on “New Dimensions in Biotechnology” Organized by J.J. College of Arts & Science, Pudukkottai.
• Biology Association Organized by Sourashtra College, Madurai.
• International Conference on Future Challenges of Microbes in Environment. Organized by the PG & Research Department of Microbiology, Jamal Mohamed College.
• One-Day National Seminar on Recent Trends in Life Science. Organized by the Department of Biotechnology, Jamal Mohamed College. February 25, 2015.
• International Conference on Future Challenges of Microbes in Environment. Organized by the PG & Research Department of Microbiology, Jamal Mohamed College. Date: February 23, 2023.

• "Zoology Alumni Seminar on "Current Status of Zoological Studies" Organized by National College, Trichy.
• "State-Level Seminar on "Plant Biotechnology" Conducted by the Department of Botany and Microbiology, A.V.V.M Sri Pushpam College, Poondi.
• National Seminar on "Recent Advances in Biotechnology" Organized by Bishop Heber College, Trichy.
• One-Day National Seminar on Recent Trends in Life Science Organized by the Department of Biotechnology, Jamal Mohamed College. Date: February 25, 2015.
• Science Academies Lecture Workshop on Vistas of Bioscience. Organized by the PG & Research Department of Botany, St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous). Date: January 30-31, 2015.
• Science Academies Lecture Workshop on Bioprospecting and Bio-resources Organized by the PG & Research Department of Botany, Jamal Mohamed College. Date: February 10-12, 2016.
• UGC-Sponsored National Seminar on Recent Events in Botany. Date: February 24, 2016.
• One-Day Workshop on Natural Product Research. Organized by the PG & Research Department of Biotechnology, National College (Autonomous). Date: October 21, 2016.
• Regional Workshop on Strategy for Transforming Libraries: Growing Trends and Technologies. Organized by DELNET (Developing Library Network) in collaboration with National College. Date: November 28, 2019.
• National Conference on Path to COVID-19: Complications and Biotechnological Approaches. Blended Mode conference sponsored by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. Date: September 7-8, 2022.
• 3rd International Conference on Emerging Trends in Microbial Technology (ICMT 2024). Organized by the PG & Research Department of Microbiology, Jamal Mohamed College.Date: January 24, 2024.
• International Conference on Future Challenges of Microbes in Environment. Organized by the PG & Research Department of Microbiology, Jamal Mohamed College. Date: February 23, 2023.
• Lecture Workshop on Advances in Vaccinology Organized by Jamal Vaccines Research Centre, PG & Research Department of Zoology, Jamal Mohamed College. Date: September 19, 2023.
• One-Day Seminar on "Recent Trends in Zoology" Organized by National College, Trichy.
• Two-Day Hands-On Training in HPLC. Conducted at Periyar Technology Business Incubator.
• Regional Workshop on Histochemistry. Organized by St. Joseph College, Trichy.

• Faculty Development Program on Advancement in Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering (ABC 2024). Organizers: Jointly organized by the Department of Biotechnology and Department of Chemical Engineering, Vel Tech High Tech Dr. Rangarajan Dr. Sakuntala Engineering College, Chennai. Date: January 2-12, 2024.
• Faculty Development Program on Intellectual Property Rights. Organizers: Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and Institutional Innovation Council (IIRC), Jamal Mohamed College. Date: January 8-12, 2024.
• Online Faculty Development Program on Green Technology and Bioenergy. Organizers: Department of Biotechnology, Aruni Engineering College, in association with ISTE and IIC. Date: December 18-24, 2023.
• Faculty Development Program on Innovative Research and Artificial Intelligence for Commerce. Organizers: Jointly organized by PGR College of Arts and Science and Dr. RV Arts and Science College, Coimbatore. Date: January 18-24, 2024.
• One-Week Faculty Development Program on Ancient Indian Knowledge in Contemporary Higher Education. Organizers: Jointly organized by IQAC, VVV College for Women, and Jamal Mohamed College. Date: November 16-22, 2023.
• Five Days Faculty Development Program. Organizer: Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Jamal Mohamed College.Date: June 5-9, 2023.
• Enrichment Program on the Art of Writing and Indexed Journal Publications. Organizer: Department of Library in association with IQAC, Jamal Mohamed College. Date: July 28, 2021.

• Resource Person for the special lecture program titled "Prioritize Your Tasks for Professional Accomplishment" for UG students of Computer Applications, organized by the Association of Computer Applications, Jamal Mohamed College (January 27, 2024).
• Resource Person for the Biotechnology Association meeting at Seethalakshmi Ramaswamy College for Women, Tiruchirappalli, delivering a lecture talk.
• Alumni Committee Member: Contributed invaluable service for the Silver Jubilee Celebration of the Women’s Section of Jamal Mohamed College (July 26, 2024).
• Certificate of Appreciation for smart participation in the event "Current Environmental Concerns and Green Awards," presented by B.N. Organic Farm Ecological Forest.

• TCS iON Career Edge Young Professional Course

- Successfully completed from January 28 to July 4, 2023. 

- Certificate: Communication Skills – Completed on July 4, 2023. 

• Free Online Course - Excel for Beginners

- Successfully completed in 2023. 

• Free Online Course - Python for Machine Learning

- Successfully completed in 2023.

• Organized multiple training programs focused on higher education guidance and soft skills development to enhance student career readiness.
• Conducted an international conference on "Biotechnological Innovations and Global Health Challenges", bringing together experts and researchers to discuss advancements in the field.
• Arranged several special lecture programs featuring industry professionals and academic experts to provide insights into emerging trends and career opportunities.

• Placement Committee Member, Department of Biotechnology, Jamal Mohamed College, Tiruchirappalli (March 2023 - Present).
• CDC Member for the Biotechnology Department, Jamal Mohamed College, Tiruchirappalli (February 2021 - 2023).
• Vice-President, Biotechnology Association, Jamal Mohamed College, Tiruchirappalli (February 2024 - Present).