Dr. P. S. Navaraj has over 40 years of experience in teaching and research. He has published around 40 papers in national and international journals on water research. His research focuses on areas like water quality analysis, water and fish toxicology, waste water remediation using nanomaterials, and the impact of endocrine disrupting chemicals in water. He has received awards for his teaching and research contributions and has professional memberships in several leading water organizations. Dr. Navaraj has visited multiple countries to present his research and has authored several books.
This document is a curriculum vitae for Navaraj Perumalsamy. It includes personal information, positions held, work experience, education and training history, skills, publications and presentations, honors and awards, and areas of expertise. The key details are:
- Navaraj Perumalsamy is an environmental expert from Madurai, India.
- He has over 30 years of experience in teaching, research, administration, and institution management in higher education.
- He holds a PhD in Zoology and has extensive training and certifications in various areas including nanotechnology, biotechnology, water management, and science communication.
- He has published papers and presented at numerous international conferences, and serves as an expert
Communicating science concepts in one's native language can help improve understanding. Dr. P.S. Navaraj from Madurai argues that explaining scientific ideas in a person's mother tongue, rather than exclusively in English, can make complex topics more accessible. By presenting science using familiar terms and sentence structures, more people may engage with and comprehend scientific principles that are currently difficult to grasp solely through English explanations.
Dr. Sethuraman's speech emphasized eating a natural and healthy diet. Some key recommendations included avoiding maida, biscuits, breads, chocolates, and junk foods like pizza and burgers which can harm health and cause issues in children. Instead, he suggested eating more fruits, vegetables, millets, honey, and herbal teas or coffees. He also provided a list of 28 herbs and foods that can help with specific health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, memory, and more. The overall message was to change one's diet for better health and to educate family members as well.
Ramu, an 11th grade student, questions a fish seller about the source of the fish being sold after learning they come from a river where pesticides are dumped. He does not feel the seller's explanation that washing the fish makes them safe is sufficient. Ramu later meets with a university scientist who provides information about the effects of the pesticide cypermethrin on fish, including disrupting their endocrine systems. The scientist details research showing cypermethrin exposure leads to damage in female fish ovaries and eggs. Ramu realizes the risks consuming such fish could pose to humans. Determined to spread awareness, Ramu vows to educate his community about the dangers of unchecked pesticide use and encourage sustainable farming practices
Dr. P.S. Navaraj is a senior professor and former principal of Annai Fathima College of Arts and Science in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. He received his M.Sc. in Zoology from Madras University in 1978 and his Ph.D. in Zoology from Madurai Kamaraj University in 2006. His areas of research include environmental toxicology, wastewater remediation, nanotoxicology, and water quality testing. He has over 35 years of teaching experience and has guided over 45 M.Sc. and 35 M.Phil. students. He has also completed several research projects funded by organizations like UGC and published over 50 research papers.
The document provides a recommendation letter for Dr. P.S. Navaraj for the INSA Teacher Award. It describes how Dr. Navaraj has organized several successful outreach programs for science popularization among students and the public. It notes his excellent work in launching the DAE-BARC initiative 'AKRUTI' in Madurai to provide technologies for rural development. The letter recommends Dr. Navaraj for the award, describing him as a good teacher, researcher, science communicator, and event manager who is strongly committed to national development goals.
The document summarizes several activities carried out by Dr. P.S. Navaraj to promote science education and awareness. It discusses science motivation programmes organized by Yadava College for high-scoring Class XI students to encourage interest in basic sciences. The programmes involve interactions with scientists, lab visits, lectures on current topics and career guidance. It also mentions public lectures on nuclear energy and water purification organized as part of these programmes to address students' questions and clarify misconceptions. Additionally, it discusses workshops and competitions held to promote innovation and hands-on learning among participants.
This document provides personal and professional details of Dr. P.S. Navaraj. He is currently the Principal of Annai Fathima College of Arts and Science in Madurai. He received his M.Sc, M.Ed, M.Phil and Ph.D from various universities in India. His areas of research include environmental toxicology, wastewater remediation, and nanotoxicology. He has over 35 years of teaching experience and has guided many M.Sc, M.Phil and Ph.D students. He has also held various administrative positions like Dean and Principal. He has received several national and international awards for his contributions to teaching and research.
This document provides personal and professional details of Dr. P.S. Navaraj. He is currently the Principal of Annai Fathima College of Arts and Science in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. He received his M.Sc, M.Ed, M.Phil and Ph.D from various universities in India. His areas of research include environmental toxicology and wastewater remediation. He has over 35 years of teaching experience and has guided many M.Sc, M.Phil and Ph.D students. He has also held various administrative positions and received several awards for his work in teaching and research.
- Dr. P.S. Navaraj is planning to start the Madurai Science Forum along with other retired professors and experts to promote scientific attitude and provide a science-society interface in Madurai, Tamil Nadu.
- Dr. Navaraj has invited students, teachers, and others to be part of the Madurai Science Forum and provide inputs. He can be contacted by phone or email.
- Dr. Navaraj has a history of organizing science motivation programs for students through Yadava College in Madurai, where he previously worked, with the aim of encouraging students to study science.