Dr. P. Sailaja Kumari is a dedicated academician, researcher, and Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Kaveri University, Telangana, India, with significant experience in teaching, research, and academic activities. She holds an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry and has qualified the prestigious CSIR-JRF-NET and UGC-SET examinations. She completed her Ph.D. in Chemistry, with her doctoral research focused on the synthesis, characterization, and functional applications of nanomaterials. Dr. Sailaja Kumari has developed a strong research profile in the field of nanomaterials and advanced functional materials, with particular emphasis on their applications in photocatalysis, environmental remediation, antibacterial and anticancer activities, magnetic properties, and dielectric properties. Her research involves the synthesis and characterization of spinel nanochromites, ferrites, and other functional nanomaterials using conventional as well as environmentally sustainable approaches, including citrate-gel auto-combustion and green synthesis methods. Her work encompasses the application of advanced characterization techniques such as X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), UV Visible spectroscopy, and Photoluminescence (PL) studies.
She has a diverse teaching experience across higher education institutions. She has previously served as a Lecturer at Navabharath Degree and PG College, Assistant Professor at Abdul Kalam Institute of Technological Sciences, and Lecturer at TTWRDC. Through these academic positions, she has gained extensive experience in teaching chemistry to undergraduate and postgraduate students and in mentoring students in academic and research activities. At present, as an Assistant Professor at Kaveri University, she is actively engaged in teaching, curriculum development, student mentoring, and research. Dr. Sailaja Kumari has contributed actively to the research community and has 12 Scopus indexed research publications to her credit. She has presented her research findings at several national and international conferences and has actively participated in numerous webinars, Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), workshops, seminars, and other professional development activities. These academic engagements have enabled her to remain abreast of emerging developments in chemistry, nanotechnology, and interdisciplinary research. Her current research interests are directed towards the development of nanomaterials for sustainable agricultural applications.
She is particularly interested in exploring the potential of nanomaterials in agriculture, plant growth enhancement, sustainable crop production, soil and water remediation, nanofertilizers, and environmentally friendly agricultural technologies. Her present research aims to integrate nanotechnology, green chemistry, and sustainable agriculture to address emerging challenges in food security and environmental sustainability. Dr. Sailaja Kumari is passionate about innovative teaching, interdisciplinary research, sustainable nanotechnology, and the development of functional nanomaterials for real-world applications. Her academic and research vision is focused on contributing to the advancement of nanoscience and materials chemistry while fostering scientific curiosity, research skills, and innovation among students and young researchers.
