Ministry of Education
Muthulakshmi Andal N
VIDWAN ID: 52898

Dr Muthulakshmi Andal N

Female Doctor of Philosophy
Associate Professor | Department of Chemistry
PSGR Krishnammal College for Women
Tamil Nadu
Expertise: Multidisciplinary Chemistry
ORCID 0000-0003-4973-901X Scopus 16633778000 ResearcherID AAF-4544-2020 Google Scholar P33ViOgAAAAJ
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27 Publications
5 Projects
339 Scopus Citations
280 CrossRef
24 Years 8 Months Total Experience
Publications
27 Total
Articles
26
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Professional Recognition

Young Women Scientist 2011
2013
Science City, Department of Higher Education, Government of Tamil Nadu
Best Faculty
2013
GRG, PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, Coimbatore
Best Researcher
2017
Grabs Educational Trust, Chennai
Best Scientist
2017
Indian Academic Researchers Association, Tiruchirappalli
Outstanding Faculty in Science
2017
Venus International Association, Chennai
Best Research Supervisor
2017
Innovative Research Developers and Publishers (IRDP) Group of Journals, Chennai
Best Faculty
2018
GRG Trust, PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, Coimbatore
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Award for Scientific Excellence
2018
Marina Labs Research and Development, Chennai
Best Research Article
2015
International Conference on “Recent Trends in Analytical Chemistry”, University of Madras, Chennai
Global Eminent Researcher Award
2021
VIJ Trust, Thirunindravur, Tamil Nadu
Distinguished Professor Award
2021
Institute of Researchers, Wayanad, Kerala
Outstanding Professor Excellence Award
2023
Prosper Foundation & Agri Amigos Private Limited
Research Excellence Award
2023
International Research Awards on Science, Technology and Management - INSO, VDGOOD Professional Asso
Best Faculty Award
2023
PSGR Krishnammal College for Women
Appreciation Award for Dedicated Services
2024
Lions International, Lions Club of Coimbatore
DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR AWARD
2025
KPR Institutions
Inspiring Senior Scientist Award
2025
Madras Journal Series Ltd (Registered enterprise under the Ministry of MSME, Government of India)

Community & Membership

Editorial Committee, Frontiers Environmental Science Journal - Wastewater Management Sect
Editorial Committee Member
Jan 2014
Doctoral Committee, Anna University
Doctoral Committee Member
Jan 2011
Doctoral Committee, Anna University
Doctoral Committee Member
Jan 2017
Board of Studies for M.Phil/Ph.D Chemistry Syllabi, Bharathiar University
Board of Studies Member
Jan 2018
Board of Studies for UG Chemistry Syllabi, Kongu Nadu College of Arts & Science, Coimbator
Board of Studies Member
Jan 2012
Board of Studies for UG/PG Chemistry Syllabi, Nirmala College, Coimbatore
Board of Studies Member
Jan 2017
Ph.D Examiner Committee, Amrita Viswa Vidyapeetham School of Engineering, Coimbatore
Ph.D External Examiner
Jan 2018
Doctoral Committee, Nirmala College, Coimbatore
Doctoral Committee Member
Jan 2018
Frontiers in Environmental Science Journal - Wastewater Management Section
Editorial Committee Member
Aug 2017
The Gandhigram Rural Institute – Deemed University, Gandhigram, Dindigul
Doctoral Committee Member
Dec 2022
Kongu Engineering College, Perundurai, Erode
Doctoral Committee Member
Dec 2023
GVG Visalakshi College for Women
BOS Member - Subject Expert
Apr 2025
Kongu Engineering College, Perundurai, Erode
Doctoral Committee Member
Dec 2024
Indian Desalination Association, Mumbai
Life Member
Jan 2015
International Society for Development and Sustainability, Japan
Professional Member
Advances in Applied Research Journal
Life Member
Jan 2011
American Water Works Association, India
Life Member
The Indian Science Congress Association, Kolkata
Annual Member
Jan 2018
INSO Membership – VDGOOD Professional Association
One year
Jan 2023

Personal Details

Doctor of Philosophy
2004
N/A
Associate Professor
Dec 2020 – Present
PSGR Krishnammal College for Women | Department of Chemistry
Assistant Professor
Jul 2004 – Apr 2020
PSGR Krishnammal College for Women | Department of Chemistry
Junior Research Fellow
Sep 1996 – Sep 1999
Gandhigram Rural Institute, Dindigul | Department of Chemistry
Chemical Sciences
Multidisciplinary Chemistry

Related Profiles

Scholarly Work

Lake Restoration
Completed
Role: Principal Investigator Grant: BP/Dec/0763
Amount: ₹1 Lac
Duration: 2018 – 2020
Bioremediation of Heavy Metal Contamination in Coimbatore Wetlands by Green Approach
Completed
Role: Co-Principal Investigator Grant: 41-13/2012(SR
Amount: ₹7.86 Lac
Duration: 2012 – 2016
Biosorbents in the Heavy Metal Removal from Industrial Effluents and Wastes
Completed
Role: Principal Investigator Grant: ERIP/ER/0804449/M/01/1383
Amount: ₹22.54 Lac
Duration: 2012 – 2015
Immobilization of Heavy Metal ions from Effluent Discharges by Biosorption using Low Cost Ecofriendly Materials
Completed
Agency: University Grants Commission Role: Principal Investigator Grant: MRP-3302/10 (MRP/UGC-SERO
Amount: ₹1 Lac
Duration: 2010 – 2011
Watershed Technology – Constructing Ion Exchangers using Eco-friendly Resins
Completed
Role: Principal Investigator
Amount: ₹1 Lac
Duration: 2009 – 2010

Adsorption Studies of Pb (II), Hg (II) and Cr (VI) Ions from Aqueous Solutions and Industrial Effluents Using Agro Based By-Products

University Bharathiar University
Year 2010
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Sorption Dynamics of Modified Nut Shells on Ni (II), Co (II), Cr (VI) Ions from Aqueous Solutions and Industrial Effluents - Equilibrium, Isothermal and Kinetic Studies

University Bharathiar University
Year 2014
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An Outcome Based Investigation on the Sorptive Nature of Modified/ Nanosized Biomaterials in Sequestering Cr (VI), Cu (II), Zn (II) Ions - Equilibrium and Statistical Analysis

University Bharathiar University
Year 2018
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Optimization of Eco-Derived Activated Carbons / Nanocomposites in Sequestering Anionic Dyes and Metal Ion - Thermodynamic, Kinetic, Statistical Studies

University Bharathiar University
Year 2018
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A Sequel Development in Trapping Divalent Metal Species by Agronomial Products/ Derivatives with Implementation of Prototype Device for Industrial Scale-Up

University Bharathiar University
Year 2019
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Improvisation in Heavy Metal Adsorption Setup for Electroplating Units using Eco-Based Materials and Optimization of Magnetic Nano Composites – An Overview

University Bharathiar University
Year 2019
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Potential Utilization of Pod Shell and Bivalve Shell in Metal Ions / Anion Sorption from Aqueous Matrices and Industrial Effluents

University Bharathiar University
Year 2019
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Functionalization of Novel Bio-encapsulated Beads in the Chelation of Noxious Anions and Fabrication of FRP Device at Laundry Sites - A Greener Approach

University Bharathiar University
Year 2022
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Extortions Due to Pulp and Paper Industries onto the Environs and Sequestration of Prime Metal Ions Utilizing Natal Materials - Scaleup through Protoplast Column Fixture

University Bharathiar University
Year 2022
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Valorization of Novel Bio- Squanders as Viable Encapsulants for Controlled Release of Pesticides in Farmlands

University Bharathiar University
Year 2023
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DECODING THE POTENTIAL OF MANNOSE AS A SACCHARIDE CANDIDATE FOR FIMH LECTIN INHIBITION IN INFECTIOUS DISEASES

University Bharathiar University
Year 2025
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Ablation of Metal Ions from Electroplating Units using Green/Geological Staples and Inertizing the Auxiliary Remnants in the Fly ash Bricks- A Sustainable Dross Management Practice

University Bharathiar University
Year 2026
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SYNERGISTIC ABSCISSION OF METALS/PFOA USING VIABLE ENCAPSULANTS AND DEFORMATION OF SATURATED FILTHS AS BIOGREASE AMALGAMATORS/ CORROSION INHIBITORS

University Bharathiar University
Year 2026
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A method for production of flyash bricks incorporating chromium loaded acid- modified attapulgite clay

PSGR Krishnammal College for Women
- Application No. : 202541017104 Filed : 26-02-2025
Published : 07-03-2025 Published

Scholarly Publications

A Comparison Of Raw And Treated Plant Debris In The Chelation Of Anion From Aqueous Media

Journal Article
Year: 2020. Volume: 40 , Issue: 1 , Pages: 64-68 .

An Influence of Wastewater Discharges from Paper Mills on Farm Practices

Open Access
Conference Paper
Year: 2022. Volume: 107 , Issue: 1 , Pages: 11145-11151 .
Authors: Karthika S
DOI 10.1149/10701.11145ecst

Organophosphorus Pesticide Chelation by Modified Pod Shells - Batch Equilibration and Isothermal Studies

Journal Article
Year: 2022. Volume: 42 , Issue: 2 , Pages: 243-248 .

Synthesis, Characterisation and Utilisation of Magnetic Fe3O4 - TGT Nanocomposite in the Removal of Pb(II) from Aqueous Solutions

Open Access
Journal Article
Year: 2023. Volume: 20 , Issue: 1 , Pages: 77-83 .
Authors: J. Anuradha; N. Muthulakshmi Andal
DOI 10.3233/AJW230011

Surface Functionalized Eco-friendly Plant Seeds in the Confiscating Process of Toxic Metal ions from Aqueous Environment

Journal Article
Year: 2023. Volume: 27 , Issue: 12 , Pages: 35-43 .
Authors: G. Preethi; Andal N. Muthulakshmi
DOI 10.25303/2712rjce035043

Targeted elimination of heavy metals from industrial wastewater: Synergistic effect of nano metal oxides

Journal Article
Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers. Year: 2025. Volume: 166 .
Authors: Manoharan Swathika; Narasimhan Muthulakshmi Andal; Sivasubramaniam Dharani; Jay Singh; Shyam S. Pandey; Kshitij RB Singh; Arunadevi Natarajan
DOI 10.1016/j.jtice.2024.105485 Crossref Crossref: 8 Scopus Scopus: 9

Discernment of Eco Benign Materials as Potent Pops' Encapsulants and Exploration in the Deployment of Secondary Pollution

Journal Article
Year: 2025. Volume: 45 , Issue: 11 , Pages: 967-981 .

Adsorption dynamics and equilibrium studies of Zn (II) onto chitosan

Journal Article
Year: 2004. Volume: 116 , Issue: 2 , Pages: 119-127 .
Authors: Karthikeyan, G.; Anbalagan, K.; Andal, N.M.
DOI 10.1007/bf02708205 Crossref Crossref: 90 Scopus Scopus: 117
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