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Internships

Internships provide hands-on experience, industry insights, and practical skills. They enhance employability, foster professional growth, and bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application

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Industrial Visits

Industrial visits offer hands-on experience and insight into real-world operations, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. They are crucial for understanding industry practices and enhancing career readiness.

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Industry Collaborations

Our department thrives on strong industry collaborations, offering students real-world experience through internships, projects, and workshops.We partner with top firms to connect academia and industry, preparing students for the future.

Science can amuse and fascinate us all, but it is engineering that changes the world.

VISION

To be a pioneering force in bioengineering education and research, driving advancements in stoichiometry, process calculations, heat and mass transfer, and bioprocess engineering. We strive to excel in upstream and downstream processing and fermentation technology, producing innovative solutions that enhance health, sustainability, and industrial efficiency.

MISSION

Education: Deliver a comprehensive educational program that empowers students with a deep understanding of stoichiometry, process calculations, heat and mass transfer, upstream and downstream processing, and fermentation technology. Foster an environment of critical thinking, innovation, and ethical practices.

Research: Lead cutting-edge research in bioprocess engineering, exploring new frontiers in fermentation technology, heat and mass transfer, and process optimization. Develop sustainable and efficient bioprocesses through rigorous application of stoichiometry and process calculations.

Industry Collaboration: Forge strong partnerships with industry leaders to ensure our curriculum and research are aligned with real-world needs. Facilitate internships, joint projects, and knowledge transfer to prepare students for impactful careers.

Innovation: Promote interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in bioprocess engineering and biotechnology. Develop novel technologies and processes that improve industrial efficiency, product quality, and sustainability.

Community Engagement: Engage with the broader community through outreach initiatives, public seminars, and collaborative projects. Contribute to the dissemination of bioengineering knowledge and its practical applications for societal benefit.

Meet Our Competent Faculties

Inspire minds, Ignite curiosity, and Inculcate future Leaders

Dr. P.SURESH BABU B.Tech., M.Tech., PhD

Professor & Head

Dr. Suresh Babu Palanisamy completed his Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Anna University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He serves as a Professor and Head of the Department of Bioengineering at the Institute of Biotechnology, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Chennai, India. He completed his Masters from SASTRA University, Thanjavur & Bachelor’s degree from Anna University - BIT Campus (formerly SET, Bharathidasan University), Tiruchirappalli. Additionally, he is an Adjunct Lecturer at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, UCSI University, Malaysia, and the Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Cyberjaya, Malaysia.

His main areas of research are Environmental Biotechnology, Marine Biotechnology, and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology. Dr. Suresh has 20 years of experience in teaching and research at various engineering colleges in India and abroad. He has published numerous scientific research articles in international peer-reviewed journals and authored multiple book chapters and review papers.

He received the Young Scientist Award from the University of Cagliari, Italy, for best presentation, and has earned various recognitions from different national and international organizations for his academic and scientific contributions. He served as an Executive Committee Member (honorary position) in the India Education Forum (IEF), organized by the Embassy of India, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for three years starting in 2017. He facilitated 3 national level MoUs with Glaukos Algae Private Limited, Nellore, Greenmed Labs, Chennai and Neoscience Research Lab Private Limited, Chennai & 1 International MoU with University of Cyberjaya, Malaysia. Dr. Suresh is an associate member of many scientific societies and professional bodies including ISTE, BRSI, WAYS, ISRD, IAEng, etc.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

E-Mail: sureshbabup.sse@saveetha.com

Mobile: +91-8220649184

Dr. R.M.SARAVANA KUMAR PhD

Associate Professor

He has been working as an Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology, Saveetha school for Engineering since April 2021. Before joining here, he worked as a post-doctoral fellow in China from 2014 to 2020. During his tenure, his research interest pertains to explore the role of different plant gene function related to abiotic stress tolerance. Further he studied about how the different gene expressions are regulated through epigenetic methods.

He completed his PhD at Centro De Investigaciones Biologicas, Madrid, Spain after winning the CSIC-JAE predoctoral fellowship conducted by Spanish scientific society. During his doctoral tenure, he explored how plant genes suppress viruses. Apart from academic experiences, he worked in the pharma industry for COVID19 kit and Biosimilar product development. He had qualified in GATE exam and also cleared CSIR-UGC NET exam conducted in 2005. He published his research work in many international peer-reviewed journals.

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E-Mail: saravanakumarrm.sse@saveetha.com

Mobile: +91-9080143976

Dr. N.SARANYA B.Tech., M.Tech., PhD

Assistant Professor (SG)

Dr. Saranya Narayanasamy is a distinguished researcher and educator, currently serving as an Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) at the Saveetha School of Engineering, SIMATS, Chennai. She received her B.Tech in Industrial Biotechnology from Anna University and M.Tech in Biotechnology from PRIST University (Gold medalist), TamilNadu, India. She received her Ph.D. from the National Institute of Technology Calicut, Kerala, India, where she conducted groundbreaking research on water pollution abatement. she has been instrumental in guiding numerous undergraduate and doctoral research projects. Her research primarily focuses on heavy metals, emerging pollutants, such as PFAS, microplastics, and pesticides, aiming to develop innovative bioremediation strategies and sustainable approaches to water pollution control.

Dr. Saranya’s impactful research has led to a substantial body of publications, including high-impact journal articles and book chapters, with a cumulative impact factor of 40 and an h-index of 11. In addition to her academic and research accomplishments, Dr. Saranya has made significant contributions as reviewer for various esteemed journals, including Science of the Total environment, Elsevier; Nature Scientific reports; Environmental pollution, Elsevier; Journal of Material Research and Technology, Elsevier; Desalination and water treatment, Taylor and Francis; Journal of Chemistry, Hindawi; International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Taylor and Francis; Bioresource Technology Reports; Research in Ecology; Egyptian journal of petroleum Clinical and circular economy, Elsevier; Adsorption science and Technology; Energy Nexus, Elsevier. She has authored book chapters on topics such as microbial fuel cells and traditional water purification techniques.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

E-Mail: saranyan.sse@saveetha.com

Mobile: +91-8248738062

Dr.K.CHITRAKALA B.Tech., M.Tech., PhD

Assistant Professor (SG)

I am currently working as Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) in the Department of Bioengineering, SIMATS School of Engineering from June,2024. I have completed my Under graduate , Post graduate and Doctoral degree in the discipline of Biotechnology. I have obtained my Doctoral degree from Anna University. I am having a teaching experience of more than 14 years in various Engineering colleges.

During my tenure, I have received “Distinguished Performer Award" for overall academic performance and outstanding service in teaching. I also received “Best Women Faculty Award” from Nature Science Foundation for Academic excellence and contribution in Teaching-Learning process during 2022-2023. I have published my research works in several international peer-reviewed journals. My major areas of interest includes Nanotechnology, Biopolymer and Enzyme Engineering.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

E-Mail: chitrakalak.sse@saveetha.com

Mobile: +91-9994330965

Dr V.PRISCILLA PUSHPARANI B.Tech., M.Tech., PhD

Assistant Professor (SG)

Dr,V.Priscilla Pushparani, joined the institution as an Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) in 2024. She has started her career in 2016 and gained her experience and knowledge through teaching for over 8.5 years in Biotechnology Engineering background. She was awarded Doctorate under the faculty of Technology in 2023 from Anna University, working on “Analysing the waste citrus peel for treating the CaOx urolithiasis”. She was specialized in discovering phyto-molecules for various targeting diseases. She has the interest in research for herbal medicine and medicinal chemistry.

She received post-graduation in the year 2014 from Karpaga Vinayaga College of Engineering and Technology and under graduation in the year of 2012 from Vel Tech High Tech Dr. Rangarajan and Dr.Sakunthala Engineering College. She has published 4 research papers, a review paper and few book chapters. All published works were indexed in scopus. She also worked in the funded project by Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers. She has handled more than 30 projects for under graduate students during her career. She has exposed her knowledge by presenting her research works in National and International conferences. She received “Best presentation Award” in 2023 in an International Conference. She attended seminars and lecture series to be updated in the field. She has bagged Elite silver for the courses completed in NPTEL. She has the passion for sharing the knowledge through teaching for the benefit of futuring young minds.

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E-Mail: priscillapushparaniv.sse@saveetha.com

Mobile: +91-9789839977

Dr. SAMBIT SARKAR PhD

Assistant Professor

Dr. Sambit Sarkar is an Assistant Professor and experienced researcher in biotechnology with a strong background in bioengineering. His research interests include bioenergy, bioremediation, bioprocess scale-up, downstream processing, and fermentation. Dr. Sarkar has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to several book chapters.

He previously served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at IIT Bombay, focusing on producing nutraceuticals and superfood proteins from algal processes. His work involved designing research projects, developing photobioreactors, and supervising students.

Dr. Sarkar holds a Ph.D. in Bioengineering from NIT Agartala, an MSc in Biotechnology from Vidyasagar University, and a BSc in Biochemistry from the University of Calcutta. He has received several awards, including the Best Oral Presentation Award at SVNIT's Advances in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering conference in 2021 and the Institute Post-Doctoral Fellowship from IIT Bombay. He is also a GATE Life Science qualifier and received the M.H.R.D Scholarship for his doctoral research.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

E-Mail: sambitsarkar.sse@saveetha.com

Mobile: +91-7980288682

Dr. V.VISHNU PRIYAN B.Tech., M.Tech., PhD

Assistant Professor

Dr. Vishnu Priyan V is a distinguished researcher in the field of Water Treatment technologies and Ecotoxicology with a comprehensive academic and research background that includes a B.Tech in Biotechnology, an M.Tech in Biochemical Engineering from Anna University, and a Ph.D. in Biochemical and Environmental Engineering from IIT Guwahati. Dr. Vishnu has made significant contributions to the scientific community, with over 15 SCI and Scopus indexed papers published in reputable journals. His research interests encompass a broad range of topics within biochemical and environmental engineering, including bioreactor design, waste management, bioenergy production and Eco toxicological assessment.

His innovative work has been recognized with numerous accolades, including the prestigious Best Thesis Award for their groundbreaking doctoral research. In addition to their research contributions, Dr. Vishnu is an active member of the academic community, serving as a reviewer for various high-impact journals. Their expertise and insights are highly valued in peer review processes, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in their field. He is committed to pushing the boundaries of biochemical and environmental engineering, continually striving to develop sustainable solutions to global challenges.

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E-Mail: vishnupriyanv.sse@saveetha.com

Mobile: +91-9629756526

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