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FACULTY PROFILE

Teachers
Dr. R. RENUKA
Associate Professor
Department of Biochemistry
Academic Qualifications
  •   Ph.D. Biochemistry
    Year of Passing : 2010

     Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai

  •   M.Phil. Life Sciences
    Year of Passing : 2003

     Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli

  •   M.Sc. Biochemistry
    Year of Passing : 1988

     P.S.G. Arts and Science College, Coimbatore

Dr. R. RENUKA, M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D.,
Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry
renuka@vvvcollege.org
Professional Experience
Associate Professor, V.V.Vanniaperumal College for Women, Virudhunagar, 33 years, 3 months
Guideship
Ph.D. Ongoing: 2
Research Area
Medicinal Plants
Antimicrobial Activity
Pharmacology
Research Projects
UGC sponsored minor project on Detection of an effective antimicrobial compound(s) in A. paniculata against selected pathogenic microbial strains. (2012-2014)
V.V.Vanniaperumal College Managing Board, Principal Investigator, Ongoing
Books published
Renuka Harekrishnan, An Introduction to Biomolecules and Enzymes, Revised Edition, Shanlax Publication, Madurai 2018, 448 Pages, ISBN: 9789387102743
Editor: DR.R.Renuka: “Emerging Trends and Biological Sciences For A Better Tomorrow”. Innovative Technologies In Biological Sciences For A Better Tomorrow”.2011. Shanlax Publications, 61,T.P.K. Road, Madurai - 625 003. ISBN: 978-93-80657-44-8. Pages: 145
Editor: Dr. P. Annapoorani, Dr. R. Renuka & Dr. P. Mehalingam, Current and emerging trends in Biological Science, 2015, VHNSNC Publishers, Virudhunagar, ISBN: 978-938-1723-326, p.168
Chapters published
Carbon dots- Recent advances, Cultural Marvels in Multidisciplinary probes, ISBN 978-81-950482-2-9, 2022, ALAPAN Publications, Kolkatta
Journal Publication
Jeya Jeyamani, Suguna Rajendran and Renuka Radhakrishnan (2023 July) Carbon dots - An Emerging Nanoparticle for Nanomedicine, International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Volume 14 (7): 3296-3305
Renuka, R. & Rathinavel, S. (2006). Alleviating potential of sea weed liquid extract of Enteromorpha prolifera on salt induced changes in cluster bean plants. Plant Archieves Vol. 6, No.2, Oct 2006, p 845 – 848
Renuka, R. & Samuel Paul Raj. (2010). Incidence of lignin during the vermicomposting of coir pith by Eudrilus eugeniae, Journal of Ecobiology, Vol. 26, No. 1, 27-30
Renuka, R. & Samuel Paul Raj. (2010). Effect of particle size of the coir pith on the performance of the earthworm Eudrilus eugeniae. Journal of Ecobiology, Vol. 26, No. 1, 81-84
Renuka, R., Nithiya. A. & Nithya. T. (2011). Phytochemical andantibacterial screening of Andrographis paniculata leaves, Journal ofEcobiology, Vol. 29(3), 173-180
Renuka, R. (2013). Investigating the source of digestive enzymes in earthworm gut using selected antibiotics, Multidisciplinary Research Journal VVVC, Vol. I, 45-48. ISSN: 2347-3967
Renuka, R. (2015). Studies on chemical and Biochemical changes in coirpith during processing by earthworms (Eudrilus eugeniae). Roots International Journal of Multidisciplinary Researches, Vol: 1, Special issue 2, 64-69, ISSN: 2349-8684
Renuka, R. & Nithiya (2016). A Screening for the Evaluation of Antifungal activity of Andrographis paniculate Nees, Multidisciplinary Research Journal, VVVC ,2016, Vol. III, 716-722. ISSN: 2347-3967
Sudha Rameshwari K, Muthu Muneeswari M, Gloria Jemmi Christobel R, Mallika R, Renuka R, & Salini R. (2020). Synthesis and evaluation of herbal formulation using natural extract, International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 11(3), 3450-3458. 0.604 H index-19
Renuka R, Suguna R. & Jeya J. (2022). The Rationale and Potency of Kabasurajudineer- A Siddha Formulated Medicine to Prevent and control SARS-CoV-2. Indian Journal of Applied Research, Volume 12, Issue 07, July 2022, Pg. 55-58. ISSN:. 2249-555X. Impact factor:6.004 UGC Sr. No.49333
Paper Presentation
R. Renuka, 2006. Influence of effective microbe on vermicomposting of coir pith - An ecofriendly approach.National Conference on Environment and Sustainable Development, Bharathidasan University, Trichy 16.02.2006 & 17.02.2006
R. Renuka, 2008. Activity of Lignocellulolytic enzymes in the gut of earthworm Eudrilus eugeniae is more of microbial origin, National Seminar on Thrust Research Areas in Modern Biosciences. PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, 24.01.2008 & 25.01.2008
Dr. R. Renuka, 2010. Carum carvi- Biochemistry and medicinal properties. State Level Seminar on Recent Trends in Herbal Medicine, V.V.Vanniaperumal College for Women, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, 06.08.2010
Dr. R. Renuka, 2011. Eudrilus eugeniae activates microbial growth, triggering cellulose decomposition in coir pith, One day International Conference on Emerging Trends and Innovative Technologies in Biological Sciences for a Better Tomorrow, V.V.Vanniaperumal College For Women, Virudhunagar, 08.12.2011
Dr. R. Renuka, 2011, Role of the earthworm Eudrilus eugeniae in recycling rural organic wastes, State Level Conference on Tamilnadu Science Forum 11th Conference, Gandhigram Rural University, Gandhigramam, 27.06.2011 & 28.06.2011
Dr. R. Renuka, 2011, Status of Biochemical Properties in coir pith during vermicomposting with Eudrilus eugeniae, One day International Conference, Rev. Jagob Memorial Christian College, Ambilikkai, Tamil Nadu, 03.02.2011
Dr. R. Renuka, 2012. Effect of particle size on the function of the earthworm Eudrilus eugeniae during the vermicomposting of coir pith- An Agro Industrial Waste, International Conference on Science and Technology for green and clean environment, Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar, Chidambaram, 27.07.2012 & 28.07.2012
Dr. R. Renuka, 2014. Screening Of In Vitro Anti-Inflammatory Activity Of Andrographis Paniculata Leaf, Two day National Seminar on Biological Sciences: The amalgamation and advancement of multidisciplinary life sciences, 18.12.2014 & 19.12.2014
Latha Pandiammal & Dr. R. Renuka 2014. Evaluation Of Anti-Arthritic Effect Of Leaf Extract Of isonia Grandis R.Br On Formaldehyde Induced Arthritis In Albino Rats. Two day National Seminar on Biological Sciences: The amalgamation and advancement of multidisciplinary life sciences18.12.2014 & 19.12.2014.
Dr.R.Renuka 2019. Poster Presentation on Role of hormones in Mental Health.International Conference on Scientific and social approaches to mental wellbeing, Department of Biochemistry, Zoology, Home Science & Botany,V.V.Vanniaperumal College for Women, Virudhunagar, 03.10.2019 & 04.10.2019
Dr.R.Renuka 2019. Seasonal Affected Disorder – A Review (2019). International Conference on Scientific and social approaches to mental wellbeing, Department of Biochemistry, Zoology, Home Science & Botany, V.V.Vanniaperumal College for Women, Virudhunagar, 03.10.2019 & 04.10.2019
Dr.R.Renuka, 2019. Dengue : An Intermittent Menace, National Symposium on “Emerging Viral Infectious Diseases”, Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology & Biotechnology, V.V.Vanniaperumal College for Women, Virudhunagar 31.07.2019
J.Jeya & Renuka R, 2022, Carbon Dots- Recent Advances,One Day International Conference on Cultural Marvels in Multidisciplinary Probes organised by ALAPAN, West Bengal on 8th January 2022
Courses taught at UG level
Biomolecules
Enzymes
Microbiology
Immunology
Plant Biochemistry
Metabolism
Endocrinology
Biochemical Techniques
Courses taught at PG level
Basics of Biochemistry
Immunology
Plant Biochemistry
Microbiology
Membership in Professional Bodies
Member of Board of Studies, External Examiner for Practicals in Yadhava College, Madurai