Assistant Professor-ZOOLOGY
| Dr. BINUSHMA RAJU - Assistant Professor | ZOOLOGY | |
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| Academic qualifications | MSc., Ph.D |
| Date of Joining | 2013-06-06 |
| Current Professional status | Assistant Professor |
| Doctoral Research Experience | 15 years |
| Academic Achievements | Participated in the UGC-Sponsored Refresher Course conducted by the UGC-Human Resource Development Centre, University of Kerala, Kariavattom from 11.07.2017 to 31.07.2017 • Participated in the UGC-Sponsored Orientation Programme conducted by the UGC-Human Resource Development Centre, University of Kerala, Kariavattom from 21.11.2017 to 19.12.2017 |
| Areas of Academic Interest | Cytology, Ecology, Physiology, Genetics |
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| Papers presented in National/International Seminars | • Dr. Binushma Raju (2018). Presented a paper on International Conference "Prevalence and control of Dengue Fever in Varkala Region" 'Innovations and Sustainable Research in Environment and Life Sciences' organized by Department of Zoology , F. M. N. College, Kollam, 7-9 August, 2018. • Dr. Binushma Raju (2016).Presented a paper on International Conference" Study of Hydrographical Parameters of T.S. Canal, Varkala. Proc. Third International Seminar of Swami Vivekananda Association of Science and Humanities on August 2017. • Dr. Binushma Raju (2015). Plankton Biodiversity in relation to certain physico-chemical parameters of estuarine and River-estuarine zones of Ashtamudi Estuary, Kollam , Kerala, India. Proceedings of National Seminar-Recent Trends in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology, organized by Department of Zoology, S.N College, Chempazhanthy on 11 and 12 August 2015. • Dr. Binushma Raju and Rohini, J.P. (2015). A checklist of Mangrove distribution in and around Veli Tourist Village, Trivandrum.Proceedings of National Seminar-Recent Trends in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology, organized by Department of Zoology, S.N College, Chempazhanthy on 11 and 12 August 2015. • Soumya, W., Binushma Raju, S. Lekshmy, T.V. Gayathri Devi, S.Sruthy, A. Nansi mole and TresaRadhakrishnan 2015. Impact of Climatic Changes on Faecal Coliforms of Ashtamudi estuary, Kollam, Kerala.Proceedings of Kerala Environmental Congress, organized by Centre for Environment and Development on 6-8 May 2015. • Vimal Raj, R.V., Binushma Raju and TresaRadhakrishnan 2014.Primary Productivity of Ashtamudi Lake, South west Coast of India.Proc. Natl. Seminar on Lakes, Rivers and Wetland ecosystems-A Climate change perspective, organized by Department of PG studies and Research in Geology, MES ponnani College on 19-21 March 2014. |
| Books Chapters | NIL |
| Invited Lectures/Resource person | • Resource Person: Online tutorial project initiated by AKPCTA for BSc Zoology Core and Complementary students under University of Kerala, MG University, Kannur and Calicut University |
| Projects (Major/Minor) | NIL |
| Symposia/Conference/Workshop/ Conducted/ Attended | Dr. Binushma Raju(2020) attended a National Webinar on "Backyard Aquaculture Practices" organized by the Department of Zoology in association with IQAC of Sree Narayana College, Sivagiri, Varkala on 9th October 2020 Dr. Binushma Raju(2020) attended a National Webinar on “ Entertainment physical activities: A panacea to release stress during pandemic” organized by Department of Physical Education in association with IQAC ,S.N College, Sivagiri, Varkala held on 29/08/2020 in connection with National Sports Day 2020. Dr. Binushma Raju(2020) attended a Webinar on Resource management and Vermicomposting held on 13 August 2020 conducted by Veridian Micro Lab, Kanchipuram. Dr. Binushma Raju(2020) attended Webinar on “Mental Health in the Time of Covid 19”, organized by Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Health Club, Counselling Cell & NCC 3 (K) Naval Unit, Sree Narayana College, Kollam on 09.08.2020 Dr. Binushma Raju(2020) attended a Webinar held on 12. 8. 2020 in connection with observance of World Elephant Day 2020 jointly organised by Social Forestry Extension Unit, Kollam, Department of Forests and Wildlife, Government of Kerala and Sree Narayana College, Kollam. Dr. Binushma Raju(2020) attended a Webinar on” Dream Big” organised by PG & Research Department of Zoology, V.O.Chidambaram College, Thoothukudi on 06.06.2020. Dr. Binushma Raju(2020) attended a Webinar titled VOYO (Voice of Youth for Oceans) organized by the Department of Aquatic Biology & Fisheries, University of Kerala on 8 th June 2020. Dr. Binushma Raju(2020) attended a National Webinar Series - Webinar I : “Impact of COVID-19 on Kerala’s Economy”, organised by the Post Graduate & Research Department of Economics and IQAC, Sree Narayana College, Sivagiri, Varkala, Kerala on 17th July, 2020. Dr. Binushma Raju(2020) attended an International Webinar on ‘Data Visualisation: How to communicate research effectively’, organised by the Department Of Economics, Sree Narayana College for Women, Kollam on 24th July, 2020. Dr. Binushma Raju(2020) attended State Level Webinar on “Herpetofaunal Diversity of Kerala” organized by the Post Graduate Department of Zoology in association with Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) Christian College Chengannur on 30 July 2020. Webinar on “Unlocking Dengue in the time of Covid 19” organized by Health Club& IQAC, S N College, Kollam on 01.08.2020 National Webinar on "Nature Conservation in the time of Covid-19" organized by the Department of Zoology and Nature Club in association with IQAC of Sree Narayana College, Sivagiri, Varkala on 2nd AUGUST 2020 Webinar on “Mental Health in the Time of Covid 19”, organized by Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Health Club, Counselling Cell & NCC 3 (K) Naval Unit, Sree Narayana College, Kollam on 09.08.2020 Dr. Binushma Raju(2019) attended the two day National Seminar on Natural Resources and Human Development organized by the PG & Research Department of Economics, Sree Narayana College, Sivagiri, Varkala from 25-26 March, 2019 Dr. Binushma Raju (2019) has undergone One Day REACH Volunteer Training Programme Breast Cancer-Myths and Facts on 19 th May 2019 organised by Snehita Womens Health Foundation. Dr. Binushma Raju (2019) conducted World Environment Day Celebrations 2019 organized by Department of Zoology, S.N College, Sivagiri sponsored by KSCSTE, Thiruvananthapuram. Dr. Binushma Raju (2019) participated on One Day Workshop on Master mentor Training Programme of Walk with a Scholar Programme organized by the New Initiatives in Higher Education Directorate of Collegiate Education, Govt. of Kerala on 21 August 2019 at Govt. Womens College, Trivandrum. Dr Binushma Raju(2018) attended National Seminar on Bioinformaticsorganized by Department of Zoology from March 5-8 2018 held at S.N College,Varkala. Dr. Binushma Raju (2018) attended Academic seminar on Higher Education: Retaining scientific temper and spirit of enquiry on March 9-11 2018 at VJT Hall, Thiruvananthapuram organized by AKPCTA. Dr. Binushma Raju (2018) attended REACH “Volunteer Training on Common Health Issues Among Women on May 20, 2018 at Medical College Hospital conducted by SnehitaWomens Health Foundation. Dr.Binushma Raju (2018) participated paper on International Conference on Innovations and Sustainable research in Environment and Life Sciences held from 7-9 August, 2018 at FMN College, Kollam. Dr.Binushma Raju (2018) attended National Level Environment Management Training held on Sree Narayana College, Sivagiri, Varkala in association with KSCST, Thiruvananthapuram from 19 “ 21 December 2018. Dr.Binushma Raju (2018) participated in the three day seminar on " Recent Trends in Therapeutic Approaches for Diabetes Management held at Seminar hall, Government College for Women, Thiruvananthapuram on 10-12th October 2018. Dr. Binushma Raju(2017) attended Two Day Hands- On Workshop on Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics on November 8th and 9 th 2017 at BJM Government College, Chavara. Dr. Binushma Raju(2017) attended Three day National Workshop on Research Methodology organized by PG & Research Department of Economics, Sree Narayana College, Sivagiri, Varkala, 18th, 19th and 20th December, 2017. Dr.Binushma Raju (2016) participated in the Third International Seminar conducted by Swami Vivekananda Association of Science and Humanities at Kerala Hindi Prachar Sabha, Thiruvananthapuram on 13th August 2016. Dr. Binushma Raju (2017) participated in the UGC Sponsored National Seminar on Recent Trends in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology organized by Department of Zoology, S.N College, Chempazhanthy in collaboration with Kerala State Biodiversity Board on 11 -12 August 2015. Dr. Binushma Raju (2014) attended 26 th Kerala Science Congress" Wayanad, 29-31 Janauary 2014. |
| Colloquia organized | Organised a webinar on “Breast Cancer awareness” by the Department of Zoology in association with Snehita Womens Health Foundation on 21st October 2021. Organised a webinar on “ The Ocean:Life and Livelihoods” in connection with World Ocean Day Celebrations 2021 on 10th June 2021 by Dr Sajeena Muhammed, Asst Professor, Iqbal College, Perigamala. The programme also includes students presentation on various topics. Organised a webinar on “Environment Restoration ‘ in connection with World Environment Day 2021 on 7th June 2021. Also arranged poster and essay writing competition along with this. Organised a webinar on “Environment Conservation” in connection with International Biodiversity Day by Sri. Roshnath.R on 21st May 2021. Organised an awareness training workshop on Snake and First Aid to Snake bite by the Snake Master Vava Suresh on 28th January 2021. Organised DBT sponsored One Day Seminar on topic “Webinar on “Nature Conservation in the time of Covid-19” on 2nd August 2020 by Dr. Abhilash S, Asst.Professor, Christian College, Chengannur. Organized a two day Seminar on World Environment Day 2019 on June 12 and 13 2019 by the Department of Zoology. The seminar was sponsored by Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment. Organised an invited lecture on Naturopathy and Yoga for Disease Control by Dr. JayaKumar K.R (Rtd. Senior Medical officer, Govt. Naturopathy Hospital, Varkala) on 5th March 2019. |
| Honours/Awards | NIL |
| Administrative distinction | • Co-ordinator Nature Club (2019-20. 2020-2021) Co-ordinator Blood Donors Club (2017-2018, 2018-2019) • Member, DBT Star Scheme, Admission Committee, Health Club, Substance Abuse Prevention Forum, Placement Cell, Health Education Club, • Internal and External Practical Examiner ( UG) |
| Membership Professional Bodies | Snehita Womens Health Foundation |
| Research Output | Bsc Students Projects-10 |
| Publications in National/ International Journals | 1. Dr. Binushma Raju (2017). Effect of Yoga for Headache in Youth- A Case Study. Research Essence,5(1): 15-26. 2. Dr. Binushma Raju (2017). Butterflies of Palode Region, Thiruvananthapuram. Research Essence,5(2): 39-48 3. Dr. Binushma Raju (2016). Lifestyle Diseases: Issues and Challenges. Research Essence, 4(2):66-76 4. Vimal Raj R.V, Binushma Raju, Soumya W, Shibu, A,• Lekshmi.S, Shibu Vardhanan Y, Sruthi S and Tresa Radhakrishnan (2014). Aquatic Bioresources of Ashtamudi Lake, Ramsar Site, Kerala. Journal Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, 2(1): 297-303 5. S. Lekshmy, W. Soumya, A. Nansi Mole, R.V. Vimal Raj, Binushma Raju, S. Sruthi, T.V.Gayathri Devi and Tresa Radhakrishnan (2014). Incidence of E. coli in extensive shrimp culture systems of Kerala. Indian. J. Sci. Res., 9(1): 117-126 |