Anima Nanda

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About Anima Nanda

Dr. Anima Nanda, Ph.D, FNRS, FAB, FIAS Professor | Dean | Innovator | Researcher | Quality Assurance Leader Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India animananda72@gmail.com | dranimananda@gmail.com +91 9443786840 Professional Summary A visionary academic leader with over 25 years of experience in teaching, research, and administration. As the Dean of IQAC at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, I have driven transformative initiatives that earned NAAC A++ and Category-1 status. With expertise in nanotechnology, antimicrobial resistance, and quality assurance, I have mentored 17 Ph.D. scholars, published 203+ research papers, and secured ₹250+ lakh in funded projects. Key Roles & Achievements Leadership: Elevated institutional rankings in NAAC, NIRF, QS, and Times Higher Education. Research Excellence: Authored a granted patent and contributed extensively to microbial nanotechnology and drug resistance research. Innovation: Designed the patented Heuristic Stair Climbing Wheelchair with funding of ₹50 lakh from BIRAC. International Collaborations: Established 74 MoUs for global partnerships in academia and research. Student Progression: Enhanced placement rates and skill development programs. Research & Specializations Nanotechnology in combating antimicrobial resistance. Biogenic synthesis of nanoparticles for healthcare applications. Role of bacteria and fungi in human health and aero-microflora studies. Development of nanomedicine for addressing multidrug-resistant pathogens. Awards & Honors Fellow of Natural Resources Society (FNRS), Applied Biotechnology (FAB), and Indian Aerobiological Society (FIAS). Recipient of the Best Teacher Award, Star Excellence Award, and Best Researcher Award. International Research Fellow, Shinawatra University, Thailand (2024). Academic Credentials Ph.D. in Microbiology - Berhampur University, Odisha. M.Sc. in Botany (Environmental Biology Specialization)- Berhampur University. Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Applications. Patents & Innovations Granted Patent: Heuristic Height Adjustable Track Mechanism for a Stair Climbing Wheelchair (IN426346). Ongoing Patents: Assistive technologies for stammering and prosthetic applications. Affiliations & Memberships American Nano Society, Indian Nanomedicine Society, Indian Aerobiological Society, and more. Editorial Board Member of PLOS One, Frontiers in Microbiology, and reviewer for over 40 reputed journals. Connect with Me Let’s discuss collaborations in biomedical engineering, quality assurance, and nanotechnology innovation.