Prof. Sharmil Suganya.R | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Sharmil Suganya.R, Government College of Engineering, India

Prof. R. Sharmil Suganya is a dedicated academic and researcher currently serving as Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Bio-Engineering Division) at the Government College of Engineering, Salem. With over 17 years of academic experience, she has significantly contributed to multidisciplinary fields, especially biocorrosion, eco-friendly inhibitors, and biomedical instrumentation. She began her teaching career at Bharath University and later joined GCE, Salem, where she continues to mentor students and contribute to research and innovation. Her scholarly work spans numerous national and international journals and conferences, and she has co-authored over 15 papers and earned accolades through patents and impactful publications. She is well-recognized in academia with profiles on Vidwan, ORCID, and Google Scholar. Her work is marked by a strong commitment to sustainable, application-oriented research and technological innovation.

Publication Profile: 

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🌟 Strengths Supporting Award:

1. Diverse Interdisciplinary Research
   Prof. Suganya bridges Biotechnology, Biomedical Instrumentation, Environmental Chemistry, and Embedded Systems—reflecting her adaptability and wide impact across disciplines.

2. Rich Publication Record

   • Peer-reviewed journals: >15 high-quality papers including Web of Science, UGC Care, Scopus, and SCI journals.

   • Recent impactful studies: Publications in Journal of Molecular Structure, Scientia Iranica, Bulletin of the Chemical Society of Ethiopia, etc.

   • Design Patents: UK patents for a Fluorometer and a Distillation Apparatus, showing innovation beyond academics.

3. Applied and Sustainable Research Focus

   • Contributions to green inhibitors, corrosion prevention, eco-friendly water treatment, and energy-efficient designs show her commitment to sustainability.

   • Projects like Irrigation Monitoring Systems and Induction Motor Monitoring show a hands-on engineering application.

4. Collaborative Spirit and Mentorship

   • Multiple co-authored works with students and peers indicate strong mentorship and team leadership.

   • Research involving simulation, design, and in vitro experiments demonstrates technical skill and guidance in both computational and experimental domains.

5. Long-standing Service & Institutional Contribution
   Over 15 years of service in Tamil Nadu Engineering Education (including DOTE & GCE Salem) reflects dedication to academic growth and public education.

🔧 Areas for Improvement:

1. Funding and Sponsored Projects

   • While publications and patents are notable, securing national/international research grants (e.g., DST, SERB, DBT, AICTE) would significantly enhance her research stature.

2. International Collaboration

   • Expanding collaboration with foreign universities or research groups can elevate her global research impact and visibility.

3. Citation Metrics & H-index

   • Although her Google Scholar profile shows productivity, citation metrics could be improved through more high-impact, open-access publications and targeted dissemination.

4. Technology Transfer / Start-up Engagement

   • Converting patents into commercial products or licensing would further reflect translational research excellence.

🎓 Educational Background:

Prof. R. Sharmil Suganya holds a B.Tech. in Biotechnology from Bharathidasan University (2004), securing First Class with 72%. She pursued her postgraduate studies in M.Sc. Biomedical Instrumentation Science at Loyola College, Chennai (Madras University) in 2006, graduating with distinction (82%). Further enhancing her academic credentials, she earned an M.S. by Research in Faculty of Technology from Anna University through the Government College of Engineering, Salem, completing it with a successful viva voce on 24.06.2020. Her multidisciplinary academic foundation combines life sciences, engineering, and technology, enabling her to bridge research across biotechnology, biomedical engineering, and electrical systems. Her educational path reflects her strong grounding in both theory and applied research, making her a versatile contributor to both academia and industry-oriented innovation.

🧑‍🏫 Academic Experience:

Prof. Sharmil Suganya began her career in 2006 as a Lecturer at Bharath University, Chennai, gaining nearly two years of foundational teaching experience. In 2008, she was appointed as an Assistant Professor via redeployment at the Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai, serving for over six years. Since 2014, she has been a part of GCE, Salem, now totaling over 17 years of teaching experience as of 2025. Her roles have included curriculum development, research mentorship, lab design, and departmental initiatives. She has guided numerous student projects, contributed to research publications, and participated in sponsored national conferences and TEQIP-funded programs. Her long tenure and steady progression demonstrate a career built on academic rigor, professional integrity, and a passion for engineering education with a bioengineering focus.

🔬 Research Focus:

Prof. R. Sharmil Suganya’s research encompasses biocorrosion, eco-friendly corrosion inhibitors, biomedical sensors, instrumentation systems, and environmental sustainability. Her core focus lies in microbe-induced corrosion (MIC) in metals, particularly mild steel and galvanized steel, and its mitigation using green inhibitors such as Trachyspermum ammi and C. sativum. She integrates materials science, chemical kinetics, and simulation-based approaches like molecular docking and MD simulation in her investigations. Her collaborative and interdisciplinary research has resulted in impactful publications across Web of Science, Scopus, and UGC Care journals, along with patents in distillation and fluorometry technologies. She is also active in IoT-based monitoring systems and instrumentation applications in agriculture and industry, thus contributing to the smart systems domain. Her work has real-world applicability, particularly in the sustainable engineering and bioengineering sectors, making her a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award.

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

1. 📘 Investigation on MIC of Mild Steel inhibited by Trachyspermum ammi in cooling tower water – Int’l Conf. 2019

2. 📙 Impedance Study on MIC in Mild Steel immersed in Cooling Tower Water – ETES ’19

3. 🧪 Adsorption of Hexavalent Chromium from aqueous solution using Ocimum Tenuiflorum stem – Asian J. Res. 2017

4. 🔍 Investigation on MIC on Mild Steel using Trachyspermum ammi in Cooling Tower Water – JSER, 2021

5. 🌿 Biocorrosion and inhibition by a green inhibitor on Mild Steel – IJIRSET, 2021

6. 🚜 Irrigation Monitoring System using NodeMCU & Blynk app – IJIRSET, 2021

7. ⚙️ Remote Condition Monitoring & Fault Alert System of Induction Motor – IJIREEICE, 2020

8. 💡 Design of Energy Efficient Lighting Loads in EEE Block at GCE – IJIREEICE, 2020

9. 🧫 Removal of Methylene Blue using low-cost absorbents – Desalination & Water Treatment, 2023

10. 🧪 Biocorrosion on Mild Steel and inhibition by C. Sativum – AIMS Mol. Sci, 2024

🏁 Conclusion:

Prof. R. Sharmil Suganya is highly suitable for recognition through a Best Researcher Award. Her record reflects a balanced portfolio of:

• Innovative interdisciplinary research

• Student mentorship and collaboration

• Sustainable and application-oriented work

• Continued publication and patenting efforts

With enhanced funding pursuits and international networking, she can further scale her impact. Nevertheless, her existing contributions are outstanding in both depth and breadth, making her a strong candidate for this honor.