Assistant Professor, Christ University, India
🌊 Amruth P. is an Assistant Professor and an accomplished researcher specializing in marine bioactives and materials derived from the sea. With over five years of in-depth research experience, Amruth possesses notable skills in communication, analysis, and scientific content creation. His technical proficiency extends to various analytical techniques, making him a valuable asset in both research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Education
🎓 Amruth completed his Ph.D. in Life Sciences (Marine Biology) from the ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology in 2019, achieving a CGPA of 8.25. He holds a Master’s degree in Marine Biology from Pondicherry University (2017) and a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from Sree Narayana College, Kannur (2015). His educational journey is marked by a strong foundation in marine sciences, setting the stage for his impactful research career.
Experience
🔬 Currently, Amruth serves as a Senior Research Fellow at the Biochemistry and Nutrition Division of ICAR-CIFT, where he has synthesized carrageenan grafted silver nanoparticles and developed analytical methods for seafood profiling. His previous role as a Junior Research Fellow involved optimizing extraction processes for marine bioactive compounds and leading innovative projects such as the development of a seaweed-based hand sanitizer. His contributions have played a pivotal role in the laboratory’s NABL accreditation.
Research Interests
🔍 Amruth’s research interests focus on marine chemistry, biotechnology, and the development of sustainable materials from marine sources. His work emphasizes green chemistry extraction methods and the application of marine bioactives in wound healing and antimicrobial products. Amruth is committed to advancing the understanding and utilization of marine resources for health and environmental sustainability.
Awards
🏆 Amruth has been recognized for his academic excellence with the CSIR-UGC NET JRF Fellowship. This prestigious award highlights his research potential and dedication to advancing knowledge in the field of marine sciences.
Publications
Here is a list of Amruth P.’s publications:
Amruth P., Fazil T.S., Preethy Treesa Paul, Akshay P., R. Anandan, Suseela Mathew. (2021). “Bio-modulation Of Functional, Mechanical, Optical and Thermal Properties of Carrageenan Based Films And Future Application Prospects – Review” International Journal of Research And Analytical Reviews (IJRAR), 8(3), pp. 662-666.
Amruth P., Rosemol Jacob M, Suseela Mathew, Anandan R. (2021). “Developmental Prospectives of New Generation Super Absorbent Wound Dressing Materials from Sulfated Polysaccharide of Marine Red Algae” Journal of the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, 23(9), 400-408.
Amruth P., Akshay P., Rosemol Jacob M., R. Anandan, Suseela Mathew. (2021). “Anti-viral properties of carrageenan, a sulfated polysaccharide derived from marine red algae against Covid 19 (SARS-CoV-2) infection – Future prospective” International Journal of Scientific Engineering and Applied Science, 7(11), pp. 160-170.
Amruth P., Gopika R., Rosemol Jacob M., Akshay P., Preethy Treesa Paul, R. Anandan, Suseela Mathew. (2022). “Carrageenan, a marine sulphated polysaccharide, chemical modifications and anti-viral prospects – Review” International Journal of Chemistry, Material, and Environmental Research, 9-12.
Gopika, R., Fazil, T.S., Amruth, P., Geethalakshmi, V., Anandan, R., Mathew, S. (2021). “An Appraisal of Seaweed Industry in India at Global Level: Impact on Livelihood and Environment and Future Prospects” Journal of Global Communication, 14(1), pp. 7-16.