Sophia College for Women
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Senior College

CHEMISTRY

Chemistry - a vibrant and growing science that encompasses every aspect of our lives. The fascinating study of matter and its applications is vital to the success of research endeavors. Important research areas like drug design, material science, nanotechnology and most importantly, ‘green chemistry’ are beneficial to both humanity and the environment. A vast array of industries - petrochemicals, bulk and fine chemicals, polymers, dyes & paints, pharmaceuticals, food additives & nutraceuticals are chemistry related and offer a wide range of rewarding careers.

About the Department

The Department of Chemistry is one of the largest and oldest departments of Sophia College. The faculty works towards inculcating values, academic excellence and a  spirit of inquiry in the learner through innovative teaching pedagogies; aiming at the holistic development of each student through personal interaction, encouragement and beyond the classroom activities organized by the students under the Chemistry club. 

The department also offers a Masters programme in analytical chemistry.Through Academia-Industry collaboration, research and internships this course equips the students for jobs in various fields.

chemistry@sophiacollege.edu.in

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Dr. Prabha G. Shetty, Associate Professor
Head, Department of Chemistry
MSc, Phd
prabha.shetty@sophiacollege.edu.in

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Areas of research interest:

Use of HPTLC for separation and identification of biomarkers, advanced analytical techniques for validation of efficacy of traditional medicines, Angiogenesis, pharmacokinetics, antidiabetic, antioxidant  and immunomodulatory studies.

Other areas of interest: Chemistry education, developing innovative science experiments and innovative pedagogy for teaching, learning and evaluation.

Ms Rochelle Ferns

MSc, MPhil

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Assistant Professor in inorganic chemistry, joined the department in 2006.

Areas of interest: Bio-inorganic chemistry, environmental chemistry, development of innovative chemistry related activities to make learning fun.

Dr. Sirisha Murthy, Assistant Professor
MSc, Phd
sirish.murthy@sophiacollege.edu.in
Recognized guide for MSc by research in Organic Chemistry

 

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Area of interest: 

Synthetic organic chemistry with a green chemistry approach, natural dyes teaching pedagogies like POGIl, RBPT.

Ms. Tanaz Asha, Assistant Professor
MSc, BEd
tanaz.asha@sophiacollege.edu.in
Teaching analytical and inorganic chemistry. Coordinates activities of  CUC, Nature club and Sigma Club.
 

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Areas of interest:

Environmental chemistry, creating awareness about conservation of resources.

Ms. Lynelle Jeysus, Assistant Professor
MSc
lynelle.jeysus@sophiacollege.edu.in

 

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Area of interest :

Study of active components in natural products, colour chemistry, incorporate innovative teaching methodologies.

Sr. Rajani Khandagale, Assistant Professor
MSc, BEd
rajani.khandagale@sophiacollege.edu.in

 

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Areas of interest:

Sustainable Chemistry,Counseling and accompanying youth

Ms. Vaishnavi Ghugare

Assistant Professor

MSc

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Areas of interest:

Food and drug analysis

Ms. Sajal Ansari

Assistant Professor

MSc

 

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Areas of interest:

Quantum and computational chemistry

Ms. Payal Manna
Practical demonstrator/instructor for PG students
M.Sc (Analytical Chemistry)

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