Pasiyappazham Ramasamy-Innovative Leadership-Best Researcher Award
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences-India
Author Profile
Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Pasiyappazham Ramasamy pursued his educational journey with a strong focus on life sciences, including Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Environmental Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Marine Biology & Oceanography from Annamalai University, where his thesis received high commendation.
Professional Endeavors
Dr. Ramasamy has had a diverse and extensive professional journey. He has served in various research positions, including roles as Junior Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow at MoES - CMLRE, and as a Research Associate in Bioconservation and Bioprospecting at Kamaraj College, Tuticorin. Additionally, he has held post-doctoral positions both internationally, at Xiamen University, China, and nationally, at Pondicherry University.
Contributions and Research Focus
His research focuses on a wide array of topics such as marine biofouling, microbially influenced corrosion, toxicological techniques, microbial techniques, and more. His doctoral research delved into the antioxidant properties of chitosan and the wound healing properties of collagen-chitosan film from Sepia kobiensis Hoyle, 1885 in male Wistar rats. He continued his research with post-doctoral projects in China and India, exploring quorum-sensing inhibitors for bio-corrosion prevention and eco-friendly microbiologically influenced corrosion inhibitors.
Accolades and Recognition
Dr. Ramasamy has received several awards, including the Sci-Tech Senior Innovator Award in 2023, the INSA Visiting Scientist award, and the UGC D.S. Kothari Post-doctoral fellowship award. He has been recognized for outstanding contributions in reviewing articles by journals such as Carbohydrate Polymers and International Journal of Biological Macromolecules.
Impact and Influence
With an impressive list of publications in international and national journals, proceedings, and presentations, Dr. Pasiyappazham Ramasamy has made significant contributions to the field of life sciences. His cumulative impact factor stands at 121.86, with 1250 cumulative citations.
Legacy and Future Contributions
As an Associate Professor (Research) at the Polymer Research Laboratory, Department of Prosthodontics and Implantology, Saveetha Dental College & Hospitals, Chennai, Dr. Ramasamy continues to contribute to research and academia. His work reflects a commitment to excellence in life sciences, and his legacy is marked by a rich tapestry of research endeavors, awards, and recognition. His future contributions are anticipated to further advance knowledge in the field.
Notable Publications
- Extraction, characterization and in vitro antioxidative potential of chitosan and sulfated chitosan from Cuttlebone of Sepia aculeata Orbigny, 1848
- Characterization and wound healing property of collagen–chitosan film from Sepia kobiensis (Hoyle, 1885)
- Heavy metal accumulation in seaweeds and sea grasses along southeast coast of India
- Extraction, characterization and antioxidant property of chitosan from cuttlebone Sepia kobiensis (Hoyle 1885)