The Division of Physical Sciences at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences brings together dedicated academicians and researchers committed to nurturing curious, scientifically grounded minds. Our faculty have expertise across Physics, Chemistry, Nanoscience and Technology, and Psychology. Through research-driven teaching and hands-on laboratory learning, they connect fundamental scientific principles with real-world challenges to develop analytical, ethical, and innovative thinkers.
Our faculty actively engage in research, scholarly publication, interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentoring of doctoral and undergraduate scholars, exploring areas such as advanced materials, nanotechnology, molecular sciences, and human behaviour and cognition. Through close student guidance, collaborative inquiry, and exposure to contemporary research, they foster a stimulating academic environment that encourages critical thinking, scientific curiosity, and meaningful contributions to knowledge and society.
Faculty Experts
The Division of Physical Sciences provides students, industry partners, and collaborators with access to expertise spanning supramolecular and electrochemistry, nanomaterials, energy storage, medical and radiation physics, organic and computational chemistry, forensic science, and advanced functional materials.
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Our Faculty Members
Dr. C. Joseph Kennady
Dr. C. Joseph Kennady is a Professor at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences and holds several senior leadership positions in the university. He serves as Dean of the School of Arts and Science and Karunya School of Management, Director of the Karunya Centre for Online and Distance Education. In these roles, he oversees academic programmes across arts, science and management, supports online and distance learning initiatives, and contributes to strengthening academic quality and institutional growth.
Dr. K. Parameswari is a Professor and HoD of Physical Sciences at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences. Her research focuses on modified metal electrodes, Ti/TiO₂ electrodes, electrocoagulation, electrocatalytic activity, and textile wastewater remediation. She has contributed numerous Scopus-indexed publications, three granted patents, funded projects including DST-TM/WTI and FIST-DST, and four book chapters. Her recognitions include the Best Teacher Award, Aqua Foundation Excellence Award, Achiever's Award, Best Paper Award, and Best Research Award.
Dr. I.V. Muthu Vijayan Enoch, M.Sc., M.Tech., Ph.D.
Dr. I. V. Muthu Vijayan Enoch is a Professor and Technology Head at the Centre for Nanoscience, Division of Physical Sciences, School of Arts and Sciences, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences. His areas of specialization include Magnetic Nanomaterials, Luminescent Nanomaterials, Drug Nanocarriers for Cancer Treatment, and Drug-DNA Binding.
Dr. R. Nandhakumar is a Professor in the Division of Physical Sciences at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences. He holds B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. degrees in Chemistry. His expertise includes supramolecular chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, fluorescent chemosensors, biosensors, nanomaterials, and forensic nanotoxicology. He has published more than 210 research papers, holds multiple granted patents, authored books, completed funded projects, and received several academic awards and recognitions and international collaborations.
Dr. S. Rajesh is a Professor in the Division of Physical Sciences (Physics) at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, with over 25 years of experience in teaching and research. He has made significant contributions to research and innovation, with over 100 publications in reputed international journals and 12 granted patents to his credit. He has successfully secured and executed several funded research projects supported by DST, NM-ICPS, and IIT-IHUB, with a cumulative research funding of approximately ₹5 crore.
Dr. Kamlesh Sharma is a Professor (Research) in the Division of Physical Sciences at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences. Her expertise includes Organic Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Physical Organic Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Drug Design, Molecular Docking, Heterocyclic Chemistry, Steroids, Spiroketals, Carbohydrates, and health metrics. She has authored over 50 SCIE-indexed publications, four books, and four patents, and has been recognized among the World's Top 2% Scientists for four consecutive years.
Dr. R. Vinodh, Professor (Research), holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Anna University, Chennai, along with M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Chemistry. His research expertise includes CO₂ electrolysis, water electrolysis, fuel cells, supercapacitors, CO₂ adsorption, electrocatalysts, and energy-related materials. He has over 17 years of research experience, with 135+ research publications, approximately 7,000 citations, 6 book chapters, and one Indian patent. He has also received multiple research recognitions.
Dr. D. Udhayakumari is an Associate Professor (Research) in the Division of Physical Sciences at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Chemistry from NIT Tiruchirappalli and a B.Sc. in Chemistry. Her research focuses on chemosensors, molecular recognition, analytical chemistry, and supramolecular chemistry. She has authored over 50 publications and received several research recognitions, including the Top 2% Most Influential Scientists worldwide recognition.
Dr. V. Madhu is an Associate Professor in the Division of Physical Sciences at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry, M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry, and B.Sc. in Chemistry. His research covers optoelectronic materials, NIR materials, smart materials, sustainable catalysis, crystallography, supramolecular and coordination chemistry, forensic chemistry and toxicology. He has guided six Ph.D. and 30 postgraduate students.
Lieut. Dr. J. Prabhu, Assistant Professor, holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, along with M.Phil., M.Sc., and B.Sc. degrees in Chemistry. He specializes in Supramolecular Chemistry, Forensic Toxicology, Wildlife Forensic Science, Forensic Ballistics, Accident Investigation, and Scientific Glassblowing Technology. His research includes fluorescent chemosensors and forensic applications. He has published 40+ research papers, authored books and chapters, and holds multiple patents.
Dr. A. Obadiah is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Physical Sciences at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences. He holds B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. degrees in Chemistry. His research expertise includes analytical and synthetic organic chemistry, renewable energy, biodiesel, biomass utilization, waste-to-energy, phytochemistry, forensic toxicology, and latent fingerprint identification. He has published 39 research papers, holds four patents, completed funded projects, and received research and publication awards.
Dr. D. Khanna is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Physical Sciences at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, with 17 years of teaching experience and over 22 years of research experience. His areas of interest include medical radiation physics, environmental radiation monitoring, and astronomy and astrophysics. He has published extensively in reputed international journals, successfully secured major government research funding including a DST-FIST grant, guided multiple Ph.D. scholars, and actively leads institutional initiatives as the Head of the Isotope Application Mission. He teaches Applied Physics and Medical Physics subjects to the undergraduate engineering students and offers Introduction to Astronomy and Space Science as an open elective course. He teaches Nuclear and Particle Physics, Mathematical Physics, Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics, and Astronomy and Astrophysics to the postgraduate physics students.
Dr. B. Vidhya is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Physical Sciences at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, Coimbatore, with 15 years of teaching and research experience in nanomaterials, functional thin films and advanced materials. Her research focuses on photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, hydrogen evolution, photovoltaics, semiconductor thin films, dielectric and electroadhesive materials, nanocomposites, hyperspectral imaging, AI-enabled sensing and quantum computing. She has contributed to funded projects in antibacterial materials, hyperspectral imaging, AI-integrated diagnostic imaging and industrial automation, with 87 publications, multiple granted patents and international research exposure. She undertakes teaching, mentoring, IQAC, consultancy, accreditation, curriculum development, research coordination and innovation responsibilities.
Dr. A. Sakunthala is an Assistant Professor of Physics in the Division of Physical Sciences, School of Arts and Science, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, Coimbatore. She holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Bharathiar University and is SLET qualified, with over 14 years of academic experience. Her research interests include solid-state ionics, lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries, polymer electrolytes, supercapacitors, nanomaterials, and sustainable energy storage. She has established specialized research laboratories and completed SERB-DST and DAE-BRNS funded projects. She has published 100 Scopus-indexed articles, with an h-index of 28, and holds seven Indian patents in energy storage and related technologies.
Our technical staff keep the Division of Physical Sciences' physics and chemistry laboratories running smoothly, maintaining equipment and instruments, preparing materials for practical sessions, and ensuring laboratory safety, enabling faculty and students to focus on teaching, learning, and research.
Mr. M. Easter Solomon Raja
Mr. M. Easter Solomon Raja serves as Lab Technician Grade-I in the Division of Applied Chemistry, supporting laboratory operations. He maintains equipment and instruments, prepares chemicals and reagents for practical sessions, assists faculty and students during experiments, and ensures laboratory safety, cleanliness, and proper storage of materials for teaching and research activities.
Mr. R. Gnanaseelan
Mr. R. Gnanaseelan serves as a Lab Technician (SG) in the Division of Physics. He is responsible for supporting laboratory activities, maintaining equipment, assisting faculty and students during practical sessions, and ensuring the smooth functioning of laboratory facilities. His technical expertise contributes to effective teaching, experimentation, and academic activities.
Mr. S. Santha Kumar serves as a Lab Technician (Grade-I) in the Division of Physics. He supports laboratory activities by maintaining equipment, assisting faculty and students during practical sessions, ensuring proper functioning of laboratory facilities, and contributing to a safe and organized environment for teaching, learning, experimentation, and academic activities.
