Faculty Publications
| SL. No. | Name of the Faculty | Title of the Article | Name of the Journal | Month, Year of Publication |
| 1 | Dr. Kushi Anand | Molecular innovations in Plastic fuel toward a sustainable energy future and waste mitigation | Journal of Integrated Science and Technology | May 2025 |
| 2 | Dr. Manon Mani V & Dr. P. Deepak | Synthesis and therapeutic potential of copper oxide nanoparticles from endophytic fungi: anti-cancer activities and mechanisms | Bioorganic Chemistry | June 2025 |
| 3 | Dr. P. Roopa & Dr. C.M. Reena Josephine | Mechanistic insights into molecular targeted therapy and immunotherapy for lung cancer | Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications | August, 2025 |
| 4 | Dr. P. Roopa & Dr. C.M. Reena Josephine | Green Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles from Aqueous Extracts of Citrus sinensis Peel: Their Characterization and Relevance | Research Journal of Biotechnology | July, 2025 |
| 5 | Dr. P. Roopa Dr. C.M. Reena Josephine |
Bioactive Peptide α-Lactalbumin as a Breast Milk Supplement | Indian Journal of Natural Sciences | June, 2025 |
| 6 | Dr. Sonia Angeline M | Human hair-derived keratin: Extraction and comparative assessment | International Journal of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry | April, 2025 |
| 7 | Dr. Deepak P | Thermo stable ZnO NPs/Asiatic acid nanocomposites for acidogenic neutralization, anti-biofilm, and enamel protection in dental enamel reinforcement | Journal of Dentistry | July, 2025 |
| 8 | Dr. Priya Josson Akkara | Europium-Doped Zirconium Oxide Electrodes: Advancements in uric acid detection for biosensor applications | Microchemical Journal | July, 2025 |
| 9 | Dr. Sangeetha Menon | In-depth review of breast cancer and inflammation pre-and post-treatment strategies with conventional and novel Steroid agents | Advances in Biological Regulation | August, 2025 |
| 10 | Dr. Deepak P; Dr. Esther Shoba & Dr. U. Sivagama Sundari | Assessment on Sustainable Biomining: Integrating Environmental Responsibility and Economic Viability | Land Degradation and Development | August, 2025 |
| 11 | Dr. Sriram Thiruvengadam | Harnessing of Chalcones in Cancer Therapy | Research Journal of Chemistry and Environment | September, 2025 |
| 12 | Dr. Manikandan Kathirvel | Extraction and evaluation of bioactive compounds from the leaf extracts of Echinodorus cordifolius | Natural Resources for Human Health | July, 2025 |
| 13 | Dr. Deepak P | Nanotechnology targeting ESKAPE pathogens: Eco-friendly produced nanomaterials as an innovative antibiofilm approach | Medicine in Microecology | September, 2025 |
| 14 | Dr. Deepak P | Investigation of In Vitro Antioxidant, Antibacterial and Anticancer Activities of Eco-Friendly Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles Using Alangium salvifolium (L.) Plant Fruit Extract | Biomedical Materials & Devices | September, 2025 |
| 15 | Dr. Deepak P | Fabrication of silver nanoparticles from Coleus aromaticus and its mosquito larvicidal property-in vitro and in silico | 3 Biotech | November 2025 |
| 16 | Dr. Saraswathi | Hydra as a dual-utility model for cytotoxicity and genotoxicity: Bridging environmental toxicology and therapeutic applications | Aquatic Toxicology | November 2025 |
| 17 | Dr. Deepak P | Development of Polyethylene Glycol–Coated CuO Nanocomposites for Enhanced Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Biocompatible and Anticancer Activities | Biomedical Materials & Devices | December 2025 |
| 18 | Dr. V. Manon Mani & Dr. P. Deepak | Biological and Environmental Applications of Myco-synthesized Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles | Bionanoscience | December 2025 |
FACULTY PUBLICATIONS- BOOK CHAPTERS
| SL. No. | Name | Title of the Chapter | Title of the Book | Details of Publisher | Month, Year of Publication |
| Dr. Priya Josson Akkara | Microbial enzymes in wound healing and tissue regeneration. | Microbial enzymes as potential biotherapeutics in human healthcare | Taylor and Francis | August, 2025 | |
| Dr. Anoja Kurian & V. Manon Mani | DNA Barcoding: A Molecular Approach for Precise Species Identification and Taxonomic Resolution | Contemporary Approaches in Biological Sciences | Salitha Publications | August 2025 | |
| Dr. Manikandan Kathirvel | Algae to the Rescue: Unveiling the Potential Role of Neuroprotection in Diabetic Neuropathy | Algae in Diabetes Management: Therapeutic Properties and Applications | Springer Nature | October 01, 2025 | |
| Dr. Deepak P; Dr. C. Prasanna Kumar & Dr. V. Manon Mani | Preclinical Animal Studies on the Antidiabetic Properties of Algae | Algae in Diabetes Management | Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2025 | October, 2025 | |
| Dr. Priya Josson Akkara; Dr. R. Esther Shobha & Dr. Sonia Angeline M | Diabetic Induced Nephropathy and its Mitigation by Algae | Algae in Diabetes Management: Therapeutic Properties and Applications | Springer Nature | September 2025 | |
| Dr. R. Esther Shobha & Dr. Sonia Angeline M | Clinical Trials and Patents Related to Anti-diabetic Properties of Algae | Algae in Diabetes Management | Springer Nature | October 2025 | |
| Dr. Anoja Kurian | Calibration and standardization of microscope using ocular micrometer and stage micrometer: Micrometry | Laboratory Manual of Microbiology | MatJeni Publishers | July 2025 | |
| Dr. Dileep Francis | Exploring the Broad-Spectrum Potential of Microbial Therapeutic Enzymes | Microbial Enzymes as Potential Biotherapeutics in Human Healthcare | Taylor and Francis | August, 2025 | |
| Dr. Dileep Francis | Enzybiotics Title An Emerging Frontier in Antibacterial Therapy | Microbial Enzymes as Potential Biotherapeutics in Human Healthcare | Taylor and Francis | August, 2025 | |
| Dr. Dileep Francis | Bacteriophage endolysins: A promising therapeutic strategy against drug- resistant Staphylococcus aureus | Advances in Protein Chemistry and Structural Biology | Elsevier | October, 2025 | |
| Dr. Sangeetha Menon | Conjugated polymer-based nanocomposites for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine | Woodhead Publishing | December, 2025 |
FACULTY BOOK PUBLICATION
| Faculty | Role | Title of the Book | Details of Publisher | Month, Year of Publication |
| Dr. Dileep Francis | Editor | Microbial Enzymes as Potential Biotherapeutics in Human Healthcare | Taylor & Francis | August 2025 |
| Dr. C. M. Reena Josephine | Editor | The Biosurfactant Handbook: Science, Applications and Future Horizon-Volume 1. | Chrisam Publications | September 2025 |
| Dr. Sangeetha Menon | Author | Introduction to Biofertilizers and Soil Microbiology | Scientific International Publishing House | October, 2025 |
RESEARCH PROJECTS: PROJECT TITLES, FUNDING AGENCY, PI NAME, DURATION, AMOUNT
| S. No. | Title | Name of Investigators | Name of the scheme | Duration | Amount sanctioned/ Quoted | Status |
| Tardiscope:Frugal Imaging Platform for Tardigrade identification and Classification | Dr.Shinomol George K (PI) Dr.Elcey CD (Co.PI) |
Bodhi Niketan Trust-Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-Minor Research Project | 01/06/2022 -22/12/2023 | 1.5 lakhs | Completed | |
| Elicitation of Natural Oils in Plants with Larvicidal and Mosquito Repellent Properties and Formulation and Evaluation of Novel Mosquito Repellent Products | Dr. Shinomol George K (PI) Dr. Indira M.N (Co PI) Dr. Malathi R (Co PI) |
Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology -Science Technology and Innovation in State (STI) | 02/03/2023 -02/03/2024 | 5.0 lakhs | Completed | |
| Herbal based formulation for treating Melanoma Hyperpigmentation using human cell lines. | Dr. Calistus Jude | VGST, Bengaluru | 2011-2023 | 10 Lakhs | Completed | |
| Synthesis and Characterization of Nanoparticles from Mimosa pudica, and Evaluation of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Activity in Mimoca pudica, and Evaluation of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Activity in Adult Zebrafish | Dr.Nibedita Pradhan (PI) Dr. Saraswathi (Co-PI) Dr. Arun kumar S (Co-PI) |
Bodhi Niketan Trust-Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-Minor Research Project | 04/12/2023- 04/06/2025 |
1.50 Lakhs | Completed | |
| Formulation of Enriched Fertilizers using Biowaste for Sustainable Crop Cultivation and Soil Productivity | Manikandan K (PI) Dr. Malathi R (Co-PI) |
KSCST | 2022-2023 | Rs 7,000 | Completed | |
| Impact of JPMR on the anxiety and perceived stress of female Domestic workers in Bangalore urban districts | Dr. Rema M K (PI) Dr. Sangeetha Menon (Co-PI) |
Bodhi Niketan Trust- Shodh Pravartan Research Grant- Collaborative Community Project | 04/12/2023- 04/12/2024 |
Rs 20,000 | Completed | |
| Bacteriocin - Nanoconjugate: Active Antimicrobial Packaging Material for Food Industry | Dr. Sangeetha Menon and Dr. Arpita Mishra | KSCST | 19/04//2024 - 18/07/2024 | Rs 6500/- | Completed | |
| Endophytic Fungi from Mangroves: A road Map For Commercialization To Compact The Disease In Pearl Millet | Dr C M Reena Josephine and Dr P Roopa | KSCST | 19/04/2024 - 18/07/2024 | Rs 7000/- | Completed | |
| Exploration of Potential Endophytic Actinomycetes Derived from Mangrove Ecosystem And Harnessing The Efficacy As Plant Growth Promoting And Bio-Control Agent To Control Disease In Pearl Millet. | Dr C M Reena Josephine and Dr. Arpita Mishra | KSCST | 19/04//2024 - 18/07/2024 | Rs 7000/- | Completed | |
| Sustainable Living Opportunities Through Urban Green Terrace And Balconies | Dr. Priya Josson Akkara | Shodh Pravartan Research Grant Scheme | 2022-2023 | Rs. 10,000 | Completed | |
| Biodiesel Production from Hydnocarpus wightianus seeds and study of the antibacterial potential of the seed oil against scalp folliculitis causing microorganisms. | Dr. Roopa Prasad (PI) Dr. C M Reena Josephine (Co-PI) |
KSCST | 2022-2023 | Rs 7,000 | Completed | |
| Carbon Sequestration | Dr. Indira M.N. | Bodhi Niketan Trust | 14-07-2025 – 30/11/2026 | 85,000 | Ongoing | |
| Synthesis and applications of nanoparticles from green plants and its efficacy in water purification. | Dr. Deepak | Bodhi Niketan Trust | 09/07/2025 08/07/2026 |
1, 50,000 | Ongoing | |
| Synthesis of Nanoparticles with Anti-Hypertensive Properties from Mimosa pudica and Evaluation of Cardioprotective Activity using Adult Zebrafish. | Dr. Saraswathi | Bodhi Niketan Trust | 03/11/2023 - 30/06/2026 | 1, 50,000 | Ongoing | |
| Antibiotic-coated Nanoparticles to Combat Biofilm Associated Microbial Pathogens | Dr. Dileep Francis | Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-MRP, Kristu Jayanti College | 02/03/2023 -02/03/2024 | 1.5 lakhs | Ongoing | |
| Waste Recycling for Mushroom Cultivation to Promote Circular Economy and Revenue Generation | Dr. Sangeetha Menon (PI) Dr.Challaraj Emmanuel E S (Co-PI) | Bodhi Niketan Trust-Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-Minor Research Project | 04/12/2023- 04/12/2024 |
Rs 90,000 | Ongoing | |
| Antimicrobial Peptides from Agrowastes as a Novel Tool in Combating Plant Pathogens in Eco-Agriculture | Dr. Roopa Prasad (PI) Dr. CM Reena Josephine (Co-PI) |
Bodhi Niketan Trust-Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-Minor Research Project | 04/12/2023- 04/06/2025 |
1.50 Lakhs | Ongoing | |
| Proteome Exploration Facilitated Druggable Targets Mining in Pectobacterium carotovorum and Finding Inhibitors through Bioinformatics Approach |
Dr. S. Gurunathan & Dr. Frankline Noah | Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-MRP, Kristu Jayanti University | 12 months | Rs. 1.0 Lakhs | Ongoing | |
| Detection, quantification and characterization of microplastics in bottled drinking water in Karnataka | Dr. Esther Shoba, Dr. Sonia Angeline M and Dr. Kushi Anand | Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-MRP, Kristu Jayanti University | 12 months | Rs. 1.5 Lakhs | Applied | |
| Endophytic Actinomycetes from Mangrove Ecosystem: A roadmap to commercialization as a PGPR and Biocontrol agent in sustainable agriculture | Dr C M Reena Josephine and Dr P Roopa | Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-MRP, Kristu Jayanti University | 12 months | Rs. 1.5 Lakhs | Applied | |
| Production of biodegradable Plastics using Cordyceps sp. | Dr. C. C. S. Vasundhara & Dr. Frankline Noah | Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-MRP, Kristu Jayanti University | 12 months | Rs. 1.5 Lakhs | Applied | |
| Nano- biocontrol agents (NBCA) against Fusarium wilt disease in tomato plants (Solanum lycopersicum L) | Dr. V. Manon Mani | Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-MRP, Kristu Jayanti University | 12 months | Rs. 1.0 Lakhs | Applied | |
| Comprehensicve study of dental biofilm forming organisms and discovery and mechanistic evaluation of biofilm inhibitors from a diverse product library | Dr. K. Manikandan | Shodh Pravartan Research Grant-MRP, Kristu Jayanti University | 12 months | Rs. 1,00, 000 | Applied | |
| Development of Stimuli-Responsive Theranostic Nanocomposites of Marine- and Plant-Derived Neuroprotective Agents for Parkinson’s Disease: An Integrated Approach | Dr. Shinomol George and Dr. Dileep Francis | SPARC-Ministry of Higher Education | 24 Months | 4.29 crores | Applied | |
| Advancing Campus Sustainability: Carbon Footprint Assessment and Decarbonization Plan for Kristu Jayanti Deemed to be University | Dr. Priya Jossan and Dr. Rituparna Saha | UNAI Project | 12 Months | Rs. 80,000 | Applied | |
| Extraction of Cellulosic nanocrystals (CNC) through a novel Integrated Nitrogen explosive and organic acid hydrolysis | Dr. V. Manon Mani | ANRF- PM-ECRG 2025 | 36 Months | Rs. 45 Lakhs | Applied | |
| Elucidating the role of biomimetic food- grade lipid nanoemulsions in potentiating nanoplastic leaching and their CD36 mediated mitochondrial toxicity in cardiomycetes | Dr. Vineetha L | ANRF- PM-ECRG 2025 | 36 Months | Rs. 60 Lakhs | Applied | |
| Valorization of Food Wastes into Biodegradable Biopolymeric Food packaging Films | Dr. V. Manon Mani | BIRAC- E- YUVA FELLOW SCHEME 2025 | 12 months | Rs. 30000 (each student) plus Rs. 2 lakhs contigency | Applied |