Dr. S.
Shalini Packiam Kamala, Principal, Michael Job College of Arts & Science
for Women, Coimbatore
I was born in the
temple city of Madurai and I have done my Doctorate in Physics from the famed
M.S University, Tirunelveli. I completed my Post Graduation with Distinction
from Thiagarajar College, Madurai. I have rich experience in teaching and
administration of 19 years. I have played a key role in Gender Equity Cell as
chairperson for more than a decade. I have been a strong advocate of Diversity,
Inclusion and Equity in the workplace. I am a recipient of the “Human
Excellence Award” for global peace from the United Nations. I have participated
in and presented more than 150 Papers in Seminars, Conferences, Workshops and
Symposiums. I have been the resource person for many seminars, symposiums and
workshops. I have published 4 patents. I have authored 1 book that’s
recommended for Autonomous institutions in Coimbatore and also edited 2 book
chapters.
Outside of work, I love exploring the outdoors through travelling and have a special passion for Music. I strongly believe I am a lifelong learner and I have something to learn from everybody I come across.
Inspiration to become a Physicist
From a young age, I've been captivated by the mysteries of the universe and the underlying principles that govern it. Growing up, I found myself drawn to books and documentaries about space, quantum mechanics, and the fundamental forces shaping our reality. This curiosity eventually led me to pursue a career in physics. The prospect of unraveling these complex phenomena, pushing the boundaries of human understanding, and contributing to scientific knowledge excites me beyond measure. I'm driven by a passion for exploration and discovery, and I'm eagerly embarking on this continuous journey of scientific inquiry."
Research
journey
My research was
an inter-disciplinary effort. Spectroscopy plays a crucial role in chemical
analysis and molecular structure determination. I used techniques like infrared
spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, and UV-visible
spectroscopy to identify chemical compounds, study molecular vibrations, and
elucidate the electronic structure of molecules.
My research was on “Spectroscopic Analysis and Density functional calculation of Cyclic & Hetero cyclic Compounds” and I carried out my study in Labs of repute in our Country. I have also been awarded a Patent based on my study.
Contributions
I have strived to
unleash my potential and also help my teammates realise their potential. I do a
lot of handholding for my teammates and am of the firm opinion that teamwork is
key to success. I network with Organisations & Individuals across the globe
for Curricular & Co Curricular Work. I have guided 3 M.Phil Scholars &
12 PhD research Scholars. I have travelled to Malaysia & Singapore for
Chairing Conferences.
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