1. PROF.DR.B.ANNADURAI
Email:annaduraipillai@yahoo.co.in
Address For Communication
PROF. DR. B. ANNADURAI. M.Sc., Ph.D., D.H.ED.,
FLS., SBC (I).,PROFESSOR OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
(1). 445/1, NSC BOSE ROAD, PHASE III,
SATHUVACHARI, VELLORE-632 009, TN, INDIA
(2). G4, II BLOCK, JAMALS GRANDEUR,
KAVERINAGAR, 123A, POONAMALLE HIGH
ROAD, VELAPPAN CHAVADI, CHENNAI-600 077.
(3) A3, 1206, SNN RAJ SERENITY, BEGUR TO
KOPPA ROAD, YELANAHALLI, BANGALORE-
560068
Phone:, +919443035147, +918939753038
Mobile: +9144-26800710,,0416-2252255,08049539266
Personal Information:
Date of Birth : 13-Jan-1953
Sex : Male
Nationality : Indian
Marital Status : Married
Achievements
Prof. Dr. B. Annadurai, Professor of
Biotechnology, and Plant Biology, served as
Head of the Department in University of
Madras, Thiruvalluvar University, Bahir Dar
University, Mekelle University, and Haramaya
University with 38 years of Teaching and
Research Experience. Taught students
Enzymology, Immunology and
Immunodiagnostics, Biochemical Methods and
Instrumentation, Microbiology, Research
Methods, Cell Biology, Biodiversity and
Conservation of Germplasm, Biochemistry,
Molecular Biology, Plant Cell and Tissue
culture, Industrial Biotechnology,
Environmental Biotechnology, Genetic
Engineering. Introduction to Food Science and
OBJECTIVE
Insightful experience of over 4 decades across various cadres as
Teacher, Administrator, Researcher, Guide for M. Phil and Ph.
D Scholars, Author of Research Papers, Editor of Journals and
Encyclopedias, Board of Studies in Various Universities,
Member of Learned Societies, Interview Board Member,
Question Paper Setter, Chief Superintendent and Evaluation of
Examinations. Seeking Senior level assignments in R&D/
Project Planning/ New Product Development Operations in a
reputed organization. To work with progressive and exciting
biotechnology environment which will help me to explore myself
fully realize my potential.willing tp work as a key player in
challenging & creative environment.I am also confident of my
ability to work in a team.
ACADEMIC CAREER
Examination
Year of
Passing
Board /
University
%age of
Marks
PhD 1989 CLRI,University
of Madras
Highly
commendable
D.H.Ed 1979 Univ of Madras 69
M.Sc 1975 Annamalai
University
62%
Univ Rank
B.Sc 1973 Bangalore
University
I Class
PUC 1970 Univ of Madras D+
SSLC 1969 Board of Sec
edn,Chennai
85%
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
Department Position University Years
Biotechnology Professor of
Biotechnology
Haramaya
university,
Ethiopia
2
Dept of
Horticulture,
Dry land
Agriculture
Prof of
Biotechnology
Mekelle
University
2
Dept of Food &
Biochemical
Engineering
Prof of
Biotechnology
Bahirdar
University
2
Plant Biology &
Biotechnology
Professor &
Head of the
Department
University of
Madras
35

2. Technology, Food Preservation, Food Product
development, Fermentation Technology, Food
Sanitation, Fermentation Technology, Food
Microbiology, Food Biochemistry, Food
Enzymology, Food Biotechnology, Sugar,
Honey and Confectionary Technology. Plant
Diversity (Algae, Fungi, Bacteria, Viruses,
Lichens, Bryophytes & Pteridophytes,
Gymnosperms, Palaeobotany, Taxonomy of
Angisperms, Environmental Biology,
Phytogeography, Remote sensing, Cell
Biology, Genetics, Plant Breeding &
Biostatistics, Ecology & Toxicology, Plant
Molecular Biology, Plant Biochemistry, Plant
Physiology, Seed Technology, Pharmacognosy,
Horticulture and Landscapping, Herbal Botany,
Guiding Research and Organising Seminars,
Symposium and Curriculum development,
Biochemical Engineering, Bioinformatics,
Genomics and Proteomics for PG and UG
students. I am also a research coordinator of
various universities in the field of
Biotechnology & Botany.
Held various academic responsibilities like
teacher, Researcher, Guide, Camp officer,
Chief Superintendent of University
examinations, Board of studies, Interview
board member, Question paper setter for UG,
PG, M.Phil of Various Indian Universities
including TNPSC, UPSC, Staff selection
Commission, CET for Medical entrance, Editor
of Journals, Encyclopaedia, Author of 7 Books
etc, Secretary of Botanical Society, Vice
president of Fine arts association, Advisor of
Biotechnology and Botany Association and
Secretary of Social service organizations.
Employment
1.Professor of Biotechnology, 2012-2014,
Haramaya University, Ethiopia
2.Professor of Biotechnology, 2010-2012,
Mekelle University, Ethiopia
2.Professor of Biotechnology,2008-2010, Bahir
Dar University, Ethiopia.
3.Head,1987-2011, University of Madras, India
4.Associate Professor 2006-2011,
Thiruvalluvar University, India
5.Reader,1992-2006, University of Madras,
India
6.Lecturer(Selection Grade),1990-1992,
University of Madras, India
7.Lecturer ( Senior Scale) 1986-1990,
University of Madras, India
8.Assistant Professor 1979-1986, University of
Madras, India
9.Demonstrator,1976-79,University of Madras,
India
10.Demonstrator,1975-76,University of
Madras, India
Awards & Honours
Director, All india seminar on Plant Molecular
TEACHING SKILLS
Teaching experience (years): Postgraduate - 24
years; Undergraduate - 38 years;
Taught All courses for UG TO Ph.D Biotechnology,
Food Technology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, ,
Plant Biology and Biotechnology, Agronomy,
Horticulture, from 1975-2015.
Countries worked in:India, and Ethiopia.
Countries visited : UAE, UK, Yemen, Singapore and
Ethiopia
Research Specialization: Enzyme Biotechnology,
Bioinformatics
Recognition for Research Work: The research work
has been cited and referred in foreign text books.
Research Degree Guidance: Guided 14 Candidates for
Ph.D, 32 candidates for M.Phil. and 27 candidates for
M.Sc. Degree .
Research Publications: 20 Popular Articles, 44
Encyclopaedia Articles, 52 Research Papers (National
12, International 38); Abstracts – 86; Books – 4;
Editorship of Journals:
On the editorial board of Journal of Bioinformatics,
Science and Nature. Referee for several Indian and
foreign journals.
Research Projects: Completed 2 minor
research projects funded by UGC, India
Congregations Organized: Organized 2 National Academic
Symposia and Workshops funded by UGC,India.
Administrative Positions held:
1.Professor &Head, Department of Plant Biotechnology, CAH
College, University of Madras, India, 1976-2011.
2. Head, Department of Biotechnology, DKM College, India, 2001-
2008.
3.Head, Department of Biochemistry, DKM College, India, 1992-
2001.
4.Program Coordinator, Pre-examination Coaching Center for
coaching SC/ST/BC candidates for competitive
examinations, Thiruvalluvar University, India, 1993-94.
5. Lecturer and Warden, Islamiah College Hostels,
Vaniyambadi, India, 1975 & 1976.
Academic Positions held

3. Biology sponsored by University Grants
Commission,India
Editor of Plant Sciences for compilation of
Tamil encyclopaedia, Tamil University,
Tanjore, India
Vice President, Advisor for various
Associations, University of Madras
Secretary, Botanical Society, Annamalai
university, India.
Director, Club service, Secretary, Rotary club
of Vellore Fort
Minor Research Project Award, UGC, India
Indexed in Reference India
Indexed In Asias who’s who
University PG & M.Phil Botany,
Microbiology, Biotechnology & Food
Technology curriculum president
Member of Boards of Studies, Curriculum Developing Bodies,
Boards of Examiners, and Examining Bodies and Research
Committees for several Universities in India.
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DECLARATION
I hereby declare that statements made is true , complete and correct to the best of my knowledge
and belief. Yours Faithfully,
(PROF DR B ANNADURAI)