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Introducing The Wellness Cube: A Mind Health Initiative

At Rathinam Technical Campus, we prioritize the well-being of our students. In line with this commitment, we are proud to introduce “The Wellness Cube,” a groundbreaking Mind Health Initiative aimed at enhancing the mental and emotional health of our student community.

Revitalize Your Mind

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the pressures of academics, life, and career aspirations. We firmly believe that mental health is as crucial as physical health, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

Combat Depression, Stress, and Anxiety

Depression, stress, and anxiety can often be silent struggles. Our mission is to ensure that no student faces these challenges alone. Through The Wellness Cube, we provide a safe and nurturing environment where you can openly address these issues.

Discover Inner Peace

Our comprehensive program is designed to help you regain control of your mind and emotions. We offer a range of resources and strategies to assist you in your journey to inner peace and well-being.

Explore The Wellness Cube Today

We invite you to explore The Wellness Cube, engage in our supportive community, and take the first step towards mental well-being. Your journey to a healthier mind begins here.

At Rathinam Technical Campus, we believe that a healthy mind is the foundation of a successful and fulfilling life. Join us in this exciting initiative to restore and rejuvenate your mind.

Join Us in Restoring Minds

Your mental health matters, and Rathinam Technical Campus is here to empower you with the tools and knowledge to restore your mind. Don’t let depression, stress, or anxiety disappoint you; instead, embark on a path to personal growth and fulfillment.

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    Group Head: Dr. S. VAIDEVI, M.Tech., Ph.D

    Professional Brief

    Academic Profile

    M.Tech, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore/Anna University, Chennai.
    Ph.D Biotechnology, Anna University, Chennai.

    Professional Experience

    Rathinam Technical Campus
    Associate Professor in Biotechnology: Dec 2021 – Till date

    Research Intrest:

    • Drug delivery
    • Cancer therapeutics

    Teaching:

    BE/B.Tech (Information Technology/Computer science/Electricals and
    Electronics/Artificial Intelligence and data science) (Physics)

    Sponsored Research Project

    S.No Title Funding Agency Grant Amount Duration Institute Status
    1.
    Development and evaluation of bevacizumab nanodispersion for effective treatment of lung cancer
    Department of Health Research, ICMR, Govt of India
    46 Lakhs
    Nov 2022 to Nov 2025
    Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rathinam Technical Campus (Mentor: Dr. B. Nagaraj, Principal –Rathinam Technical Campus)
    Ongoing
    2.
    Ruxolitinib loaded carbon dots for bioimaging and treatment of lung infections Collaborator: Dr. Anindita Chakraborty, Kolkata center
    UGC- Department of Atomic Energy (DAE),CSR, Kolkata
    1.35L
    Nov 2023
    Rathinam Technical Campus, Coimbatore
    Sanctioned
    3.
    Resveratrol- Quercetin dual drug loaded nanoparticulate system: A versatile approach to treat colorectal cancer
    ICMR Senior Research Fellow Project
    15 Lakhs
    June 2018 to June 2021
    Department of pharmaceutical technology, Anna University Tiruchirappalli (Mentor : Dr. K. Ruckmani Professor)
    Completed

    Team Members:

    Dr. J. KUMAR, M.Tech., Ph.D

    Academic Profile

    M.Tech, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Coimbatore/Anna University, Chennai.
    Ph.D, Biotechnology, Anna University, Chennai.

    Professional Experience

    Rathinam Technical Campus
    Associate Professor in Biotechnology: 2022 March – Till date

    Research Intrest:

    • Drug delivery
    • Cancer therapeutics
    • Rheumatoid arthritis treatment

    Sponsored Research Project

    S.No Title Funding Agency Grant Amount Duration Institute Status
    1.
    Development of New Combinational Strategy of Methotrexate and Minocycline: A Novel Lipid-based Drug Delivery System for the Effective Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis
    ICMR Senior Research Fellow Project
    15 Lakhs
    June 2018 to June 2021
    Department of pharmaceutica l technology, Anna University Tiruchirappalli
    Completed

    Dr Bradha Madhavan
    Head – Functional Materials for Energy Applications

    Professional Brief

    Academic Profile

    • PhD- Materials Science, Anna University Chennai, PSG Institute of Advanced Studies,
      Coimbatore.
    • M.Phil – Physics, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli.
    • M.Sc – Physics, S. T. Hindu College, Nagercoil, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University,
      Tirunelveli.
    • B.Sc – Physics, Sree Ayappa College for Women, Nagercoil, Manonmaniam Sundaranar
      University,Tirunelveli.

    Professional Experience

    1. 2020 Dec- till date- Working as Associate Professor at Rathinam Technical Campus,
      Coimbatore.
    2. 2018-2020- Worked as Assistant Professor in Sri Krishna College of Engineering and
      Technology, Coimbatore, India. (Department of Physics)
    3. Post-doctoral researcher: CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and
      Technology, Trivandrum from (18-4-2016 -18-4-2018)
    4. November 2012 – April 2015: Worked as a project fellow at PSG Institute of Advanced
      Studies, Coimbatore – 641004, under the project Proton and oxide ion conduction in
      LaTiO3 doped perovskites funded by UGC-DAE CSR, India.
    5. July 2011– November 2012: Worked as Assistant Professor in Kalaivani College of
      Technology, Coimbatore, India. (Department of Physics)
    6. July 2008 – May 2011: Worked as Lecturer in SSK College of Engineering & Technology,
      Coimbatore, India.(Department of Physics)
    7. December 2005 – April 2007: Worked as Lecturer in Francis Xavier Engineering College,
      Tirunelveli, India. (Department of Physics)

    Honors, Awards and Grants:

    • Awarded National Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Science & Engineering Research
      Board (SERB), Government of India – 2016
    • Project Fellow UGC-DAE-CSR, Government of India (2012-2015)
    • Received travel fellowship grants from DST and CICS (2015)

    Research Intrest:

    • Metal oxides for energy applications such as (SOFC), PEM fuel cells, Sensors, Gas
      separation membranes, super capacitors
    • Perovskite materials for High temperature superconductors and super capacitors
    • Advanced functional energy materials for high-temperature applications
    • Metal oxides for photocatalytic applications

    Teaching:

    BE/B.Tech (Information Technology/Computer science/Electricals and
    Electronics/Artificial Intelligence and data science) (Physics)

    Funded Projects:

    S.No Title Funding Agency Grant Amount Role Status
    1.
    Development of novel efficient La(1- x)SrxMn(1-y)By O3-δ (B= Mg, Co ) one dimensional perovskite cathode material for low temperature solid oxide fuel cell
    BRNS
    20L
    PI
    On-going
    2.
    Development of Pd diffused transition metal (Mo, Co, W) based chalcogenic heterostructures support on carbon nanostructures/Ni foam for electrochemical water splitting
    Aeronautical Research and Development Board (AR&DB)
    36 L
    Co-Principal Investigator
    Ongoing
    3.
    Neutron diffraction, magnetism and dielectric studies of LaTi 0.5 B 0.5 O 3-δ (B= Mn, Co, Fe)
    UGC-DAE Mumbai -Node
    1.45 L
    Principal Investigator
    Ongoing
    4.
    Development of novel nano perovskite oxide materials
    International Centre for Diffraction Data
    1000 USD
    Principal Investigator
    On-Going

    Team Members:

    1. Mr. S. Prakash, M.Sc., Research Scholar, BRNS project
    2. Mr. C. Shatheesh, M.Sc., Research Scholar, UGC-DAE project

    Group Head: Dr. K. K. Aruna

    • Email: aruna.physics@rathinam.in arunakk2007@gmail.com
    • Mobile: +91 9789290234
    • Google Scholar

    Professional Brief

    Academic Profile

    • M.Sc Physics, St. Paul’s College, Kerala
    • M.Phil Nanoscience and Technology, PSG Institute of Advanced Studies, Coimbatore,
      Tamilnadu
    • Ph.D Nanoscience and Technology (Interdisciplinary Physics), PSG Institute of Advanced
      Studies, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu

    Professional Experience

    Rathinam Technical Campus
    Associate Professor in Physics: 2020 – Till date
    Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology
    Assistant Professor: 2018 – 2020

    Honors, Awards and Grants:

    1. Indian National Science Academy’s Visiting Scientist Fellowship, 2023, for a project entitled “Development of novel anodic electrocatalysts for urea-assisted waste water splitting for efficient and green hydrogen production”.
    2. Short-term Research Stay Grant from the University of Bayreuth, Germany Centre of International Excellence “Alexander Von Humboldt”, 2022, for a project entitled “Synthesis and Characterization of Iridium-Decorated Titanium Oxynitride Supported on Nanocarbon (Ir/TiON@NCF) for Water splitting”.
    3. DST Indo-Mexican sponsored research visit to CINVESTAV-IPN, Unidad Saltillo- Monterrey, MEXICO, 2015, for a project entitled “Development of Non-Platinum Based Catalyst for Acid and Alkaline Fuel Cells.

    Research Intrest:

    • Electrochemical Water Splitting
    • Fuel cells
    • Batteries
    • Supercapacitors

    Teaching:

    BE/B.Tech (Information Technology/Computer science/Electricals and Electronics/Artificial
    Intelligence and data science) (Physics)

    Sponsored Research Project:

    S.No Title Funding Agency Grant Amount Role Status
    1.
    Development of Pd Diffused Transition Metal (Mo, Co, W) Based Chalcogenic Heterostructures Support on Carbon Nanostructures/Ni Foam for Electrochemical Water Splitting Collaborator: Prof. Dr. Prakash Chandra Ghosh, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay
    Aeronautical Research and Development Board (AR&DB)
    35.86 L
    Principal Investigator
    Ongoing
    2.
    Bifunctional Ternary ThioSpinel Nano forms@Carbon Nanostructures for Sustainable Energy Applications, Collaborator: Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, Kalapakkam Node, Tamilnadu
    UGC-Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Kalpakkam
    1.35 L
    Principal Investigator
    Ongoing
    3.
    Design, Development and Integration of Hydrogen Based Energy Storage and Conversion System for Underwater Applications PI: Dr. Muthukumar Palanisamy, Indian Institute of Technology, Tirupathi
    IIT Guwahati Technology Innovation and Development Foundation
    30 L
    Co-Investigator
    Ongoing
    4.
    Development of novel efficient La (1-x) Sr x Mn (1- y) B y O 3-δ (B= Mg, Co ) one-dimensional perovskite cathode material for low temperature solid oxide fuel cell
    Board of Research for Nuclear Sciences
    20 L
    Co-Investigator
    On-Going
    5.
    Decision Support Tool for Climate Risk Management in Manufacturing Industries
    Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)
    7.3 L
    Mentor
    Completed

    Team Members:

    1. Mr. Thangaraj. A, Junior Research Fellow, M.Sc Physics
    2. Ms. Aishwarya, Project Assistant, M.Sc Nanoscience and Technology

    Alumni:

    1. Mr. Akash, Junior Research Fellow, M.Tech Nanoscience and Technology
    Currently doing Ph.D at Gyongsang National University, South Korea
    2. Mr. Rahees, Junior Research Fellow, M.Sc Nanoscience and Technology
    Currently doing a Ph.D at the Institute of Hydrogen Research, Quebec, Canada