faculty Profile

• Ph.D. (Catalysis) – Anna University – 2002
• M.Phil. (Chemistry) – Madras University – 1989
• M.Sc. (Applied Chemistry) – Anna University – 1984
• B.Sc. (Chemistry) – Madras University – 1982

MEMBERSHIP

Life Member – ISTE

• Professor : July 2023-Till date
• Professor & Head : June 2005– June 2023
• Assistant Professor, 2000 – 2005
• Senior Lecturer, 1995 – 2000
• Lecturer, 1988 – 1994
• Associate Lecturer, 1986 – 1988

COURSES HANDLED

• Engineering Chemistry(CY22152)
• Environmental Sciences & Sustainability (GE22451)
• Applied Chemistry
• Technical Chemistry
• Environmental Science & Engineering
• Engineering Chemistry-I & II
• Applied Chemistry
• Technical Chemistry
• Industrial Catalysis
• Physical Chemistry
• Chemistry I & II
• Chemistry Laboratory
• Physical Science Laboratory
• Physical Chemistry Laboratory
• Qualitative Analysis Laboratory
• Organic Chemistry Laboratory
• Applied Chemistry
• Technical Chemistry
• Environmental Science & Engineering

COURSES HANDLING

• Engineering Chemistry-II (CY16251)
• Chemistry Lab (GE16262)

• C. Vanitha , Anandhavelu Sanmugam , A. Yogananth, M. Rajasekar , P.G. Kuppusamy , G. Devasagayam, A facile synthesis of polyaniline-WO3 hybrid nanocomposite for enhanced dopamine detection, Material Letters Vol 328 (2022) 133149. (Impact factor-3.54)
• Pyrolytic Conversion of Waste Polypropylene into Useable Fuel using a Single Catalyst
  Journal of Energy Storage and Conversion, 3, 225-246, 2012.
• Chemical modification of cross linked phenylacrylate copolymers with monoethanolamine
  Polymer International, 97,75-80, 1992.
• Optimization of transesterification process in the production of Biodiesel from Pungam (Pongamia Glabra) oil
  International Energy Journal, Vol.7,No.4, 267-272, 2006.
• Combination analysis of a direct injection diesel engine when fuelled with sunflower methyl ester and its diesel blends
  Int. J. Vehicle Design, Vol. 50, Nos. 1/2/3/4, 289-303, 2009.

• Dr. G. Devasagayam, attended the workshop titled “Recent Advances in Energy Research for Sustainable Development,” was held from the 5th to the 10th of August, 2024 at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur.Six Days FDP on Recent Advances in Energy Research for Sustainable Development, 26-05-2025 to 31-05-2025.
• Six Days FDP on Emerging Trends and Advancements in Chemical and Food Processing Technology (EACFT-2025)-Hybrid mode, 30-05-2025 to 05-06-2025
• Dr. T. Balusamy, Dr. G. Devasagayam and Ms. A. C. Vijayalakshmi jointly mentored the BEST PAPER AWARD won by M. Mahadevan,SH Mohanramm and M.Jaihariharan Ganesh of IV year B.Tech., Chemical Engineering in the Second Annual Corrosion Awareness Day Symposium (CORPOSIUM 2023) organised by Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology in association with Indian Institute of Metals, Kalpakkam chapter, Chennai during the 5-6 th July 2023
• N. Nachiappan and G. Devasagayam have presented a paper on Optimization of The Operating Parameters of A Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell For Maximum Power Density in the 3rd International Conference on Recent Trends in Analytical Chemistry (ICORTAC 2023), Organised by Department of Analytical Chemistry, University of Madras, Chennai during June 26-28, 2023
• T. Balusamy and G. Devasagayam have presented a paper on “Effect of Grain Size and Martensitic to Austentie Ratio on the Corrosion Behaviour of Austenitic Stainless Steel after Surface Sever Plastic Deformation” in the 3rd International Conference on Recent Trends in Analytical Chemistry (ICORTAC 2023), Organised by Department of Analytical Chemistry, University of Madras, Chennai during June 26-28, 2023.
• G. Devasagayam, Participated in a one day workshop on Innovations in materials testing for industries organized by Department of Applied Physics, SVCE held on 7th Oct. 2022.
• Y. Udayarajan, P. Thapasvi, T. Balusamy, T.S.N. Sankara Narayanan, K.Ravichandran, G. Devasagayam, and J. Hariharan, Surface Nanostructuring of Austenitic Stainless Steels for Biomedical Applications-An Overview was presented in International conference on Nano biosensors organized by Department of Inorganic Chemistry, University of Madras, Chennai during 29-30th September, 2022.
• T.Balusamy and G.Devasagayam presented a paper on “Influence of Post Polishing on Passivation Behaviour of AISI 304 Stainless Steel Subjected to Surface Mechanical Attrition Treatment” was presented in International Workshop on Emerging Materials and Modeling for Future Technology [EMMFT-2022] organized by Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Anna University, Chennai, during 3rd September 2022.
• S. H. Mohanramm, V. K. Dwarakesh, B. Gowtham, M. Mahadevan, T. Balusamy and G. Devasagayam, Corrosion Resistance of Boronized Carbon Steel: Influence Of Surface Mechanical Attrition Treatment was presented in National level Conference on Technological Innovations in Chemical Engineering towards Sustainability (TIChSCON’22) organized by Department of Chemical Engineering in association with IIChE & AIChE – SVCE Student Chapter, during 27-28th, May 2022.
• Participated in the National Level Webinar on “Organic Synthesis – Synthon approach” conducted by Post Graduate and Research Department of Chemistry, Dr.Ambedkar Government Arts College, Vyasarpadi, Chennai, on 16^th June 2020.
• Participated in the National Level Webinar on “Separation of Ultra-small Noble Metal Nano-clusters Using PAGE technique” organized by Department of Applied Chemistry, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Chennai, on 19^th June 2020.
• Participated in the National Level Webinar on “Fundamentals of Mass Spectrometry” organized by Department of Applied Chemistry, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Chennai, on 29^th June 2020.
• Attended the International Workshop on “Modern Approach to Chemistry and Hands-on training on solving spectroscopy problems” organized by Department of Chemistry, Bharathi Women’s College (A), Chennai, on 24^th June 2020
• Participated in the International Webinar on “CHEM-BIOGRID-IWCBG-20” organized by Department of Applied Chemistry, Sri S. Ramasamy Naidu Memorial College, Sattur, from 3^rd June to 9^th June 2020.
• Participated in the National Level Webinar on “Recent advances in Green Chemistry” organized by the Department of Applied Chemistry, K.S.R. College of Arts and Science for Women, Thiruchengode, Namakkal, on 26^th June 2020.
• Participated in the National Level Webinar on “Challenges in 4G & 5G Technology” organized by Department of Information Technology, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Chennai, on 20^th June 2020.
• Participated in the National Level Webinar on “Medicinal Plants for Immunity, Strength and Vitality” organized by Department of Chemistry, Kings Engineering College, Chennai, on 25^th June 2020.
• Participated in the National Level Webinar on “MOOC for Educators – Transition to E-Learning” organized by Department of Applied Physics, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Chennai, on 1^st June 2020.
• Participated in the International Level Webinar on “Advanced Materials for Biomedical Devices : Challenges and Progress” organized by Department of Applied Physics, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Chennai, on 24^th June 2020.
• Participated in a course on “Electrochemistry Basics, Analysis and Applications” during 11 – 15 June 2018 under the Quality Improvement Programme of AICTE, New Delhi conducted by Centre for Continuing Education, Indian Institute of Science, Bangaluru.
• Two day Workshop on “Functional Nano-Materials for Energy Applications” organized by Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai, on 1st and 2nd April 2016.
• 3rd National Workshop on “Chromatographic Techniques (CT-2014)” organized by Department of Analytical Chemistry, University of Madras, Chennai held on November 28, 2014.
• National Level Seminar on “Computational Techniques and Practices for Simulation of Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer” held at Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Pennalur, Sriperumbudur (TK), during 26th and 27th September 2014.
• Contemporary Research and Practices in Pollutant Elimination Systems Towards Cleaner Environment conducted by Department of Chemical Engineering, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Srieprumbudur from 20th to 26th May 2013.
• National Seminar on “Research and Consultancy Services” held on 30.12.2011, Kalasalingam University, Krishnan Koil.
• Participated in National level seminar on “Recent Advances in Green Chemistry”, held on 14th October 2008 at Department of Chemistry, Velammal College of Engineering and Technology, Velammal Nagar, Viraganoor, Madurai.
• Participated in National symposium on “Catalysis” (Ist Indo – German conference), held between 6th -8th Feb. 2003, at Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad.
• Participated in the short term training programme on “Treatment of water and waste water”, held during July 7th & 18th, 2003at Periyar Manammai college of Technology for Women, Thanjavur.
• Participated in two day work shop on “Industrial safety and Environment”, organised by ISTE SVCE chapter held at SVCE during 5 & 6 during Dec. 2002.
• National Seminar on “Global Inter-connectivity for Technical Education”, held at MACT, Bhopal in December 1997.
• National Seminar on “Catalysts for synthetic fuels and pollution abatement”, held at Anna University in January 1996.
• Training program on “Institutional Management”, held at Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, organised under ISTE Chapter in February 1993.
• ISTE summer school on recent trends in “Process and Analytical Instrumentation for Chemical Industries”, held at Anna University in May-June 1989.

• Officer Incharge of Academic prizes
• Coordinator for S & H NewsLetter

ADMINISTRATIVE

Head of the department

• Budget Preparation, Purchase of Equipments and Consumables, Allocation of faculty & staff work load

Officer Incharge of Academic Prices

• To consolidate the academic rank holders in the University Examinations & Continuous Assessment Test during the odd and even semesters for the award of medals, prizes and certificates during Graduation Day and College Day celebrations. Officer Incharge of Canteen

ACADEMIC

• Work load
• To handle two theory courses and evaluate the students progress in the Continuous Assessment Tests during the odd semesters.
• News letter – Convenor for S & H.

Best Paper Award:

• Best paper award : T. Balusamy, G. Devasagayam, and A.C. Vijayalakshmi, along with B.Tech. Chemical Engineering students of M. Mahadevan, SH. Mohanramm, and M. Jai Harihara Ganesh delivered a paper titled DEVELOPMENT OF POLYVINYL ALCOHOL/ZINC OXIDE COMPOSITE COATING ON MILD STEEL BY DIP COATING METHOD AND EVALUATION OF THEIR CORROSION BEHAVIOUR IN 3.5% NaCl, in the Second Annual Corrosion Awareness Day Symposium (CORPOSIUM 2023) organised by Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology in association with Indian Institute of Metals, Kalpakkam chapter during 5 & 6 th July, 2023.
• Dr. T. Balusamy and Dr.G.Devasagayam presented a paper on “Influence of Post Polishing on Passivation Behaviour of AISI 304 Stainless Steel Subjected to Surface Mechanical Attrition Treatment” in International Workshop on Emerging Materials and Modeling for Future Technology [EMMFT-2022] organized by Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Anna University, Chennai, during 3rd September 2022.
• First prize-Best poster award (Rs-5000): S. Sakthivel, Y. Udayarajan, T. Balusamy*, G. Devasagayam, and J. Hariharan, Corrosion Awareness Day 2022, Corrosion Behavior of Ti based alloys for Bio-implant Applications: Role of surface mechanical attrition treatment – An Overview, organized by National Corrosion Council of India and CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute, Karaikudi, 21st April 2022, India.