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ONGOING / SANCTIONED RESEARCH PROJECTS (7)

ONGOING / SANCTIONED PROJECTS

S. No.

Title of the Project

Nodal Officer / Principal Investigator

Co-Investigator

Funding Agency

Duration

Amount

1.

Consolidation of University Research for Innovation and Excellence (CURIE) Core Grant for Women PG Colleges: Green Science Initiatives for Sustainable Development
  • Nodal Officer:
    • Dr. B. Medona, Associate Professor & Head, The Research Centre of Chemistry (From 15.03.2022 to 31.05.2024)
    • Dr. M. Ragam, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Physics (From 01.06.2024 onwards)
  • Dr. A. Tamil Selvi, Associate Professor, Department of Zoology
  • Dr. M. Priyadharsani, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of  Chemistry

The Department of Science and Technology (DST)

3 Years (Sanctioned on 15.03.2022)

69,03,360

2.

Resuscitating the Tribal Heritage of the Malayali Tribes in the Eastern Ghats of Tamil Nadu

Dr. S. J. Kala, Associate Professor, The Research Centre of English

Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)

2 Years (Sanctioned on 01.09.2023)

8,00,000

3.

Fund for Improvement of S&T Infrastructure (FIST): Establishment of Common Instrumentation and Computational Facility for Innovative Teaching, Learning and Research

Dr. J. Asnet Mary, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology

  • Dr. A. Vimala, Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science
  • Dr. Ancemma Joseph, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Physics
  • Dr. K. Karthiga, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Home Science
  • Dr. V. Arul Deepa, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Chemistry

The Department of Science and Technology (DST)

5 Years (Sanctioned on 18.03.2024)

80,00,000

STUDENT ONGOING / SANCTIONED PROJECT

S. No.

Title of the Project & Project Code

Name of the Student(s)

Guided by

Funding Agency

Duration

Amount

1.

A Study on Challenges faced by the Caregivers of Children with Autism (SS-216)

Ms. S. Meenakshi, 2022MSW12

Dr. P. Jacintha Josephine Julie, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology and Social Work

Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology (TNSCST)

2023 – 2024

7,500

2.

Assessing the Efficacy of Red Amaranth Leaves Powder Supplementation for Myopic Adolescents (MS-C391)
  • Ms. F. Joys Maria Adishaya, 2022MSCN06
  • Ms. R. Adammal Sushmitha, 2022MSCN03
Dr. C. Priyalatha, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Home Science

Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology (TNSCST)

2023 – 2024

7,500

3.

Development of Natural Sapota Sweetener – A Promising Sugar Substitute (BS-0388)
  • Ms. K. Jeyashree, 2022MSCN05
  • Ms. R. Sumithra, 2022MSCN19
Dr. C. Helen, Associate Professor, The Research Centre of Home Science

Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology (TNSCST)

2023 – 2024

7,500

4.

Development of Sodium Ion conducting Bio-electrolyte Membrane for Fabrication of Sodium Ion Battery using Cassia Fistula Flower Extract (PS-116)
  • Ms. D. Avila Francina, 2022MSCP03
  • Ms. S. Balameena, 2022MSCP04
Dr. M. V. Leena Chandra, Associate Professor, The Research Centre of Physics

Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology (TNSCST)

2023 – 2024

7,500

   COMPLETED RESEARCH PROJECTS (65)
UGC MAJOR RESEARCH PROJECTS (7)

UGC MAJOR RESEARCH PROJECTS

S. No.

Title of the Project

Principal Investigator

Co-Investigator

Duration

Amount

1.

Ecological Concerns in the Select Novels of Contemporary (2000 – 2011) Indian Writers

Dr. M. Rosary Royar, Associate Professor & Head, The Research Centre of English

  • Ms. S. Aarthi, Assistant Professor
  • Dr. R. Saktheswari, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of English

2013 – 2015

8,79,600

2.

Standardization and Supplementation of Functional Foods Incorporated Chikkis for Healthy HIV Positive Adults of Madurai District

Dr. Vasantha Esther Rani, Associate Professor & Head, Department of Home Science

  • Ms. R. Gandhimathy, Assistant Profesor, Department of Home Science
  • Naveen Jeya Singh
  • Advisor – Mr. Velumani, Founder of AIDS International Siddha Enterprises, Coimbatore

2011 – 2014

10,21,800

3.

Promoting Tamil Studies to the Tamil Diaspora: Creation of a Website for Unheard Classics in Tamil Literature www.classicsintamil.net

Dr. S. Geetha, Associate Professor, The Research Centre of English

  • Dr. N. Anuradha, Associate Professor
  • Dr. V. Valliammal, Assistant Professor,
    The Research Centre of Tamil

2011 – 2013

5,71,200

4.

A Comparative Study on debt and debt restructuring in India and China

Dr. Shobana Nelasco, Associate Professor, Department of Economics

2009 – 2010

5,73,600

5.

Environment Friendly Approach for the Synthesis of Novel and Biologically important Heterocycles

Dr. S. Renuga, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry

Dr. M. Gnanadeebam, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry

2006 – 2009

6,10,000

6.

Teaching English for the Visually Challenged

Dr. Bridgetta Jeyaseelan, Associate Professor, Department of English

  • Dr. S. Geetha, Associate Professor
  • Dr. Mary Magdalene Abraham, Assistant Professor, Department of English

2006 – 2009

10,26,582

7.

Collection & Classification of Folk Narratives of Southern Districts of Tamil Nadu

Dr. J. Fatima, Reader & Head, Department of Tamil

  • Dr. G. Siriapushpam Arockia Mallika, Reader
  • Dr. M. A. Susila, Reader
  • Ms. S. Alphonsa, Senior Grade Lecturer
  • Ms. C. S. Visalakshi, Associate Professor
  • Dr. N. Anuradha, Associate Professor
  • Ms. K. Sarawathy, Associate Professor, Department of Tamil

2001 – 2004

3,89,812

UGC MINOR RESEARCH PROJECTS (33)

UGC MINOR RESEARCH PROJECTS

S. No.

Title of the Project

Principal Investigator

Duration

Amount

1.

Development and Characterization of Anti-Peptide Antibodies and its Applications in Elucidating Dengue Virus – Host Interaction

Ms. J. Asnet Mary, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology

2017 – 2019

1,50,000

2.

Isolation, Characterization and Bioactivity of Phytocomponents from an Endemic Medicinal Plant Jatropha Maheswarii Subram. & Nayar

Dr. V. Bharathy, Assistant Professor of Botony, Department of Zoology

2017 – 2019

2,76,900

3.

Equilibrium and Kinetic Approach on Removal of Some Heavy Metal Ions from Polluted Waters of Various Areas of Vaigai River in Madurai District, Tamil Nadu using various Adsorbents

Dr. B. Suganthana, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry

2017 – 2019

1,40,000

4.

Design and Synthesis of Fused Aryl Hybrids Via Greener Routes

Dr. B. Vinosha, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry

2017 – 2019

2,20,000

5.

Development of Novel Organic Photoactive Materials for NLO Application

Dr. S. Selvarani, Associate Professor & Head, Department of Chemistry

2017 – 2019

95,000

6.

Investigation of Solution Model in Biomembranes and Nerves

Dr. Ancemma Joseph, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics

2017 – 2019

1,00,000

7.

A Critique of Feminine Stereotypes in Western Fairy Tales: Towards Gender Sensitization

Dr. Mary Magdalene Abraham, Associate Professor, The Research Centre of English

2017 – 2019

1,15,000

8.

Educational Empowerment of Piramalai Kallars Through the Works of Christian Missionaries in Madurai District

Dr. J. Saral Evangelin, Assistant Professor & Head

2017 – 2019

80,000

9.

A Study on Sarva Shikya Abiyan and Inclusive Education in Madurai (Dt.)

Dr. M. Regina Mary, Associate Professor, The Research Centre of Economics

2013 – 2015

1,00,000

10.

A Study on the Efficacy of Rural Non-Farm Enterprises in Women Development

Dr. S. Ivy Jeno, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Economics

2013 – 2015

1,00,000

11.

Central Co-ordinated Vegetable Market in Paravai, Madurai Dist.

Dr. S. Fatima Rosaline Mary, Associate Professor, The Research Centre of Commerce

2012 – 2014

75,000

12.

Consumer Awareness and Preference for ECO Friendly Apparels in Madurai City

Dr. T. Jeyanthi Vijayarani, Associate Professor, The Research Centre of Commerce

2012 – 2014

95,000

13.

Fabrication of Homogeneous and Hetro Geneous Human Tissue Equivalent Phantoms of Thorax Head and Neck for Invivo Dosimetry in Cancer Treatment

Dr. G. Dheva Shantha Kumari, Associate Professor, Department of Physics

2012 – 2014

2,00,000

14.

Marketing and Promoting of Eco-Tourism Destinations of Southern Tamil Nadu

Dr. Jacqueline Gigi Vijayakumar, Associate Professor & Head, The Research Centre of Commerce

2011 – 2013

90,000

15.

A Socio-Economic Study of Juvenile Delinquents in Madurai Children’s Aid Society

Dr. M. Meena Kumari, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology

2011 – 2013

1,50,000

16.

The Emancipation of Women through Swarna Jeyanthi Grama Swarozgar Yojana Scheme in Madurai District of Tamil Nadu

Dr. P. Anita, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Economics

2011 – 2013

60,000

17.

Training Women Construction Workers in and Around Madurai city in Self Employment Skills

Dr. Sr. A. Jospin Nirmala Mary, Principal & Associate Professor, The Research Centre of Commerce

2011 – 2013

1,10,000

18.

Bitopological View of Weakly Continuous Functions

Dr. S. Rose Mary, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics

2010 – 2012

50,000

19.

The Status of the Residents of Kazimar Street in Madurai

Dr. S. Zubaida Hussaini, Associate Professor, Department of History

2010 – 2012

56,000

20.

Development of a Multifunctional Microbial Strain for Control of Water-borne Mosquito Larvae and Removal of Heavy Metals Form Waste Water

Dr. N. Malathi, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology

2010 – 2012

1,19,999

21.

Visual Cryptography Application for Document Security

Ms. G. Germine Mary, Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science

2009 – 2011

1,25,000

22.

Isolation and Identification of Active Compounds from Medicinal plants Aloe Vera, Trigonella Foenum, Graecum, Rosa Damacena, Azadireachta Indica, Hibisucus Rosa-Sinensis An alternate therapy for Health benefits

Ms. G. Rani, Associate Professor of Botony, Department of Zoology

2008 – 2010

51,000

23.

Studies on the Reactions Mediated by Cyclodextrins

Ms. S. Selvarani, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry

2006 – 2008

60,000

24.

Studies on the Oxidation Reactions with Dioxiranes

Ms. B. Medona, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry

2006 – 2008

60,000

25.

Enhanced of Pyroelectric Coefficient by Doping Amino Acids in TGS for Infrared Application

Ms. S. Arulmozhi Packiaseeli, Associate Professor, Department of Physics

2006 – 2008

75,000

26.

Corrosion Inhibitors for Carbon Steel in aqueous Chloride Ion Environment

Dr. Latha Kannan, Associate Professor,Department of Chemistry

2006 – 2008

79,000

27.

Investigation on Superconductivity: Mechanisms and New Results using Existing Model

Dr. A. Therse Pushpam, Associate Professor, Department of Physics

2005 – 2007

69,145

28.

Ultrasonic Studies of Bio-Molecules

Dr. S. Lalitha, Associate Professor, Department Physics

2005 – 2007

61,750

29.

Evaluation of three Chosen Herbal Derivates as complementary Therapy in the Management of Diabetes, Acidity and Cholesterol

Ms. G. Rani, Associate Professor, Department of Zoology

2005 – 2007

57,500

30.

Mass Production of Bacillus Thuringensis Enriched Millipede Egestion as Bio-pesticide Against Local Pests of Heliothis SP

Dr. D. Maria Anthoniammal, Associate Professor, Department of Zoology

2005 – 2007

57,500

31.

Modern Literary Trends in Tamil Short Stories 1990-2000

Ms. V. Valliammal, Assistant Professor, Department of Tamil

2004 – 2006

80,500

32.

Environmentally benign Microwave approach for the synthesis of some Sulphur Heterocycles

Dr. S. Renuga, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry

2001 – 2003

18,500

33.

Synthesis of Furano Bicyclic Heterocycles employing cycloaddtion Protocol

Dr. M. Gnandeebam, Associate Professor, Department Chemistry

2001 – 2003

14,000

OTHER RESEARCH PROJECTS (5)

OTHER RESEARCH PROJECTS

S. No.

Title of the Project

Principal Investigator

Co-Investigator

Funding Agency

Duration

Amount

1.

Translation Project: Muthollayiram (Tamil to Malayalam)

Dr. S. A. Suja, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Tamil

Central Institute of Classical Tamil

Feb. 2022 – July 2022

1,10,000

2.

Influence on Technology on Indigenous Healthcare Practices of Antenatal Women Among Scheduled Caste in Madurai District of Tamil Nadu

Dr. M. Suganya, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology and Social Work

Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology (TNSCST), Chennai

Nov. 2019 – Nov. 2021

3,50,000

3.

An Analysis of Micro Finance to Empower Dalit Women in Madurai District of Tamil Nadu

Dr. T. V. Anandi, Associate Professor & Head, The Research Centre of Economics

Malcolm & Elizabeth Adiseshiah Trust

2011 – 2012

1,00,000

4.

A Comparative Study on Women Empowerment in South – Asian Countries

Dr. Shobana Nelasco, Associate Professor, Dept. of Economics

Malcolm & Elizabeth Adiseshiah Trust

2009 – 2010

1,00,000

5.

Preparation of Nanoparticle size cathode materials for high voltage lithium cells and their characterization

Ms. S. Lalitha, Associate Professor, Dept. of Physics

  • Ms. A. Sheela Vimala Rani, Associate Professor
  • Ms. L. Caroline Sugirtham, Associate Professor, Department of Physics

DST – Ministry of Science & Technology – Department of Science & Technology

2007 – 2010

10,03,055

FATIMA COLLEGE FUNDED PROJECTS (15)

FATIMA COLLEGE FUNDED RESEARCH PROJECTS

S. No.

Title of the Project

Principal Investigator

Funded by

Duration

Amount

1.

A Study on Students’ Attitude towards Managing Stress in Professional Life

Dr. N. Asha, Assistant Professor, Department of Management Studies

Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2023 – 2024

10,000

2.

APP Development on Talk to Your Guardian Angel
  • Ms. S. Selvarani , Assistant Professor of MCA & Head of Computer Applications (BCA)
  • Ms. J. Arockia Jackuline Joni, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Applications (BCA)
Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2023 – 2024

15,000

3.

Investigations on Antimicrobial activities of bio-synthesized Silver Nanoparticles

Dr. J. Thelma, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology

Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2023 – 2024

5,000

4.

Identification of Bio-Markers for Pollution Monitoring of Freshwater Fish Farm

Dr. N. Nagarani, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology

Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2023 – 2024

15,000

5.

An Economic approach to Women Maternal Health and Well-being in Madurai District

Dr. K. Praveena, Associate Professor, The Research Centre of Economics

Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2023 – 2024

10,000

6.

Sustainable Development of Rural Tourism: Cultural and Heritage sites in Madurai region

Dr. B. Poornima Sethupathy, Assistant Professor, Department of History

Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2023 – 2024

10,000

7.

Linguiztics: An App to Learn English Linguistics
  • Dr. S. J. Kala, Associate Professor of English
  • Ms. A. J. Bernita, Assistant Professor of English
Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2022 – 2023

20,000

8.

In Vitro Evaluation of Hypoglycaemic and Hypolipidemic Potential of Wheatgrass

Dr. J. Asnet Mary, Assistant Professor of Zoology

Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2022 – 2023

20,000

9.

A Study on Assessment of Entrepreneurial Competencies among Women Students in Higher educational Institutions with Reference to Madurai District
  • Dr. R. Suganya, Assistant Professor of Management Studies
  • Dr. B. Jayanthi, Assistant Professor of Management Studies
Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2022 – 2023

10,000

10.

Eco-Friendly, Bio-Mediated RGO/Metal Nano-composites for Remediation of Hazardous Pollutants In Water

Dr. Sr. G. Jenita Rani, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Physics

Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2019 – 2020

15,000

11.

Fabrication of Solar Cells using e-waste
  • Dr. Ancemma Joseph, Assistant Professor
  • Dr. M. Ragam, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Physics
Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2019 – 2020

15,000

12.

Organic Farming using Cocopeat

Ms. P. Nancy Vincentina Mary, Assistant Professor, PG Department of Computer Applications (MCA)

Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2019 – 2020

15,000

13.

Development of Self-Enhancement and Social Conscience among Students in Fatima College

Dr. P. Shyamala, Associate Professor & Head, Department of Management Studies (MBA)

Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2017 – 2018

15,000

14.

Alleviation of Anaemia among the Freshers of Fatima College

Dr. Vasantha Esther Rani, Associate Professor & Head, Department of Home Science with Food Biotechnology

Fatima College Alumnae Association (FCAA), Fatima College

2017 – 2018

15,000

15.

A Study on Conversion of Agricultural Land Into Residential Layouts: A Study in Usilampatti Taluk

Ms. K. Sangeetha, Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce with Computer Applications

Research Advisory Committee (RAC), Fatima College

2017 – 2018

25,000

STUDENTS RESEARCH PROJECTS (5)

STUDENTS RESEARCH PROJECTS

S. No.

Title of the Project

Name of the Student(s)

Guided by

Funding Agency

Duration

Amount

1.

A Study on Creating Awareness of Anaemia Among Tribal Women at Bodinayakanur, Theni District
  • Ms. S. Subashini, 2021MSCN22
  • Ms. A. Dhivyasri, 2021MSCN28
Dr. C. Priyalatha, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Home Science

Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology (TNSCST)

2022

7,500

2.

BFO-BTO-Nanocomposites for Electrochemical Biosensors Application

Ms. S. Shiney Precilla, 2021MSCP20

Dr. M. Ragam, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Physics

Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology (TNSCST)

2022

7,500

3.

Formulation Of Coriander Seeds Water Incorporated Beverages to Combat Leucorrhoea
  • Ms. K. B. Nandhini Devi, 2021MSCN11
  • Ms. K. K. Kavya Sri, 2021MSCN08
Dr. K. Karthiga, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Home Science

Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology (TNSCST)

2022

7,500

4.

Cocos N-Cifera Incorporated Oats – Flax Seed Stuffed Mushroom Momos for Hyperglycemic Patients
  • Ms. V. Priyadharsini, 2021MSCN14
  • Ms. P. Rathi Preetha, 2021MSCN18
Dr. Vasantha Esther Rani, Associate Professor & Head, The Research Centre of Home Science

Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology (TNSCST)

2022

7,500

5.

Nutritional Status of Children in the School Age (10-12 years) during COVID-19 Pandemic
  • Ms. C. Buvaneswari, 2020MSCN05
  • Ms. A. Cathrin Sheeba, 2020MSCN06
Ms. P. Magdalene Virjini, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre of Home Science

Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology (TNSCST)

Mar. 2022 – Sep. 2022

7,500