Anahas Perianaika Matharasi Antonyraj
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Cauvery College for Women, Bharathidasan University
0000-0003-4429-8104
About
Dr. A. Anahas Perianaika Matharasi, an esteemed microbiologist, working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Research Analytics at Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Saveetha University, Chennai, India. With a Ph.D. in Microbiology from Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, her groundbreaking research has redefined bioenergy innovation, focusing on developing energy-efficient algal biorefineries. Her doctoral work, "Cyanobacteria as an Alternative Fuel: Strain Selection, Media Optimization, and Techno-Economic Assessment," showcases her pioneering contributions to biodiesel production from cyanobacteria. An academic achiever with an M.Phil. and M.Sc. in Microbiology (both with distinction) from Bharathidasan University, Dr. Matharasi has earned prestigious honors, including the Best Thesis Award. Her dynamic research spans cyanobacterial pigments and bioactive compounds for biomedical applications, chitosan-based nanotechnology for aquaculture, and insights into COVID-19 pathophysiology.
Dr. Matharasi’s career highlights include roles as a Research Analyst at TARGENIX Pvt. Ltd. and a Research Associate Fellow at Bharathidasan University. Her prolific contributions are reflected in her numerous high-impact publications and conference presentations, earning her accolades such as the UGC-Maulana Azad National Fellowship and the Best Oral Presentation Award from the Krishnamurthy Institute of Algology. With technical mastery in microbiological and molecular techniques and a proven track record of innovation, Dr. Matharasi continues to shape the future of microbiology, bioenergy, and biomedical science.
Employment
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Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences Assistant Professor2023 - Present
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Cauvery College for Women Assistant Professor2018 - 2018
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Bharathidasan University Research Scholar2011 - 2018
Education
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Bharathidasan University M.Phil2010 - 2011
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Bharathidasan University M.Sc.,2008 - 2010
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Bharathidasan University B.Sc.2005 - 2008
Projects & Funding
Projects & funding information is unavailable.
Publications (39)
- Development of Bioactive PMMA-Based Bone Cement Reinforced with Fe-Mg/HAP Nanoparticles for Enhanced Mechanical and Biological Performance Save
- Nano-bioremediation of used engine oil using glycolipid-producing Pseudomonas azotoformans and Zinc–Selenium nanoparticles: A synergistic green approach Save
- Nanoformulation of stavudine-loaded niosomes: Enhancing drug delivery, entrapment efficiency, and controlled release for improved antiretroviral therapy Save
- Nickel oxide–coated titanium discs: surface characterization and hemocompatibility assessment for dental implant applications Save
- Self-Healing and Sustainable Concrete: A Synergistic Approach with Waste and Microbes Save
- Stress-induced phytochemistry in mangroves: mechanistic insights from multi-omics and sustainable applications Save
- Cyanobacterial fatty acid esters disrupt polymicrobial oral biofilms and exhibit potential interactions with adhesion proteins and virulence-associated targets Save
- Recent advancements in microcystin detection: A comprehensive review of immunosensors and nucleic acid-based biosensors for efficient monitoring in drinking water and human samples Save
- Unlocking the potential of coal mine microalgae strains: Enhanced biodiesel production and CO₂ sequestration through cultivation optimization Save
- The extracts of Carica papaya (Linn.): Phytochemical studies, anti-infective, antioxidant, and cytotoxic properties against cervical carcinoma Save