Rajalakshmi Ramamoorthy | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

Prof Sherine Farouk, Abu Dhabi University, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Rajalakshmi Ramamoorthy is a distinguished researcher in biomedical sciences, specializing in nanotechnology, biomaterials, and microbiology 🔬. She holds a Ph.D. in Textile Technology from Anna University 🎓, where she developed biopolymeric wound dressings and antimicrobial nanomaterials 🏥. Currently, she is a Post-Doctoral Associate at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine 🏛️, focusing on obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive studies. With expertise in molecular biology, RNA sequencing, and animal models, her research has significantly contributed to antimicrobial, antioxidant, and regenerative medicine applications 🌿. She has published extensively in high-impact journals and has been awarded prestigious fellowships, including the UGC-BSR JRF and SRF. Her groundbreaking work in nanofiber-based biomedical applications has set a benchmark in the field 🏅. Passionate about innovation, she continues to advance herbal formulations and nanotechnology for healthcare solutions 💡.

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Education

Dr. Rajalakshmi Ramamoorthy has an extensive academic background in biotechnology and microbiology 🏫. She earned her Ph.D. in Textile Technology from Anna University 🎓 (2013-2020), specializing in biopolymeric wound dressings and nanotechnology-based biomedical applications 🏥. Prior to that, she completed an M.Phil. in Biotechnology at Bharathidasan University (2008) and an M.Sc. in Biotechnology from Vivekananda College of Arts and Science (Periyar University) in 2006 🎓. She began her academic journey with a B.Sc. in Microbiology from Cauvery College of Arts and Science, Bharathidasan University in 2004 🧬. Her dedication to academic excellence is reflected in her GATE (AIR 360) and State Level Eligibility Test (SET) qualifications 🏆. With a strong foundation in molecular biology, microbiology, and nanotechnology, her education has paved the way for her impactful contributions to biomedical research and healthcare innovations 🔬.

Experience

Dr. Rajalakshmi Ramamoorthy has over a decade of research and teaching experience in biotechnology, molecular biology, and nanotechnology 🔬. She is currently a Post-Doctoral Associate at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine 🏥, where she focuses on obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive studies 👶. Prior to this, she was a Post-Doctoral Fellow at Madras University, working on biomedical applications of nanomaterials 🏛️. She pursued her Ph.D. at Anna University, specializing in polymeric nanofiber wound dressings and antimicrobial biomaterials 🌿. Between 2006 and 2011, she served as an Assistant Professor at AVS College of Arts and Science, teaching courses on genetics, molecular biology, and recombinant DNA technology 🧬. Her expertise extends to microbiological techniques, RNA sequencing, and animal handling 🐁. Her research experience spans biomaterials, herbal formulations, neuroscience, and COVID-19-related studies, making her a leader in biomedical innovation 🏆.

Awards & Honors

Dr. Rajalakshmi Ramamoorthy has received numerous prestigious awards and fellowships for her pioneering research in biomedical sciences 🏆. She was awarded the UGC Basic Scientific Research (BSR) JRF and SRF Fellowships (2013-2018) 🎓, recognizing her exceptional contributions to nanotechnology-based wound healing solutions 🩹. She qualified for the GATE exam (AIR 360) and the State Level Eligibility Test (SET), demonstrating her academic excellence 📜. Her work on biopolymeric nanofibers for antimicrobial applications has earned international recognition, with publications in high-impact journals 📖. She has presented her research at renowned conferences, showcasing innovative biomaterial solutions 🌿. With a strong record of excellence in research and teaching, she continues to make a lasting impact on the field of biomedical sciences, contributing to healthcare advancements and nanomedicine 🔬.

Research Focus

Dr. Rajalakshmi Ramamoorthy’s research is centered on nanotechnology-driven biomedical applications 🏥. She specializes in biopolymeric wound dressings, antimicrobial nanofibers, herbal formulations, and biomaterials 🌿. Her work involves the synthesis and characterization of nanofibers and nanoparticles for medical applications, particularly in regenerative medicine and infection control 🧫. She is also involved in RNA sequencing and molecular biology studies 🔬. Currently, at the University of Miami, she is exploring neuroscience and reproductive health, focusing on COVID-19 complications 🦠. Her expertise in animal handling and behavioral analysis helps in studying disease models for innovative treatments 🐭. With a strong background in polymeric biomaterials and antimicrobial therapies, her research paves the way for next-generation healthcare solutions, ensuring faster healing, improved drug delivery, and advanced therapeutic interventions 💊.

Publication Top Notes

1️⃣ Characterization of polyherbal-incorporated polycaprolactone nanofibrous mat for biomedical applications – Journal of Bioactive and Biocompatible Polymers
2️⃣ Investigation on antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cytotoxicity properties of triple bark extract formulated using traditional medicinal plants – SN Applied Sciences
3️⃣ Production of silica nanoparticles bound fabrics and evaluation of its antibacterial/ultraviolet protection properties – Micro & Nano Letters
4️⃣ Manifestation of solvents induced self-assembly of green synthesized CuO nanostructures and their enhanced antimicrobial activities – Materials Research Express
5️⃣ Enhanced tissue regeneration using a nano-bioactive scaffold-A novel perspective – Materials Chemistry and Physics
6️⃣ Evaluation and development of antibacterial fabrics using Pongamia pinnata extracts – Research Journal of Textile and Apparel
7️⃣ Terminalia bellerica Fruit Extract Mediated Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles and Their Antimicrobial Activity – Materials Today: Proceedings
8️⃣ Preparation and characterization of Terminalia bellerica loaded PCL nanofibrous mats for biomedical applications – Materials Today: Proceedings
9️⃣ Synthesis, characterization and antimicrobial properties of novel dual drug loaded electrospun mat for wound dressing applications – Journal of Bioactive and Compatible Polymers