GDC

Dr. Karthika J.S

Assistant Professor - HOD P.G Department of Chemistry
Contact:    karthikajsgdc.edu.in
Experience
:  10years*
11 experience at GDC**

* : Entered Manually by the Faculty Member    **: Calculated by system
Qualifications
:
  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Mangalore University (2016)

Thesis Title: “Synthesis, Characterization and Applications of Gellan Gum-Based Polymers”

  • M.Sc. in Chemistry, Mangalore University (2010)
Research & Publications
:

 

1. Karthik, J.S., & Vishalakshi, B. (2015). Gellan gum-graft-polyaniline – An electrical conducting biopolymer. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 82, 61–67. (Elsevier, IF: 8.0)

2. Karthik, J.S., & Vishalakshi, B. (2015). Novel stimuli-responsive gellan gum-graft-poly(DMAEMA) hydrogel as adsorbent for anionic dye. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 81, 648–655. (Elsevier, IF: 8.0)

3. Karthik, J.S., & Vishalakshi, B. (2014). Microwave-assisted synthesis and characterization of poly(itaconic acid) grafted gellan gum. International Journal of Polymer Analysis and Characterization, 19, 95–106. (Taylor & Francis, IF: 1.5)

4. Karthik, J.S., & Vishalakshi, B. (2014). Microwave-assisted synthesis of poly(2-dimethylaminoethyl ethacrylate) grafted gellan gum. International Journal of Polymer Analysis and Characterization, 19, 709–720. (Taylor & Francis, IF: 1.5)

5. Karthik, J.S., & Vishalakshi, B. (2013). Synthesis and swelling behavior of crosslinked gellan gum-graft-poly(acrylamide-co-itaconic acid) hydrogels. Der Pharma Chemica, 5, 185–192.

6. Karthik, J.S., & Vishalakshi, B. (2014). pH-responsive gels of Gellan Gum and Carboxymethylcellulose for ketoprofen delivery. International Journal of ChemTech Research, 6, 1055–1069.

7. Mithun U., Vishalakshi B., & Karthik J.S. Polyelectrolyte complex of N,N,N-trimethyl chitosan/gellan gum for controlled ketoprofen release. Iranian Polymer Journal, DOI: 10.1007/s13726-016-0425-9. (Springer, IF: 1.8)

Conferences, FDPs & Presentations 

  1. Successfully completed a five-day Online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) titled “Recent Advances in Chemical Science and Engineering”, organized by Presidency University, Bengaluru, from 6–10 January 2025.
  2. Participated in a one-day Conclave on “Science and Humanities for Sustainable Ecosystem Development”, organized by JSS University, Noida, on 10 April 2025.
  3. Successfully completed the professional course “Diploma in Electrochemistry of Corrosion” on 21 May 2025.
  4. Successfully completed a five-day Faculty Development Programme titled “Bridging the Gap between Industry and Academia in Chemistry Research and Innovations”, organized by REVA University, Bengaluru, from 18–22 August 2025.
  5. Successfully completed a one-week Faculty Development Programme titled “Role of Chemical Sciences towards Sustainable Development for Viksit Bharat”, organized by the Department of Chemistry, Rani Chennamma University, Belagavi, from 5–10 January 2026.
  6. Activated Carbon from Wild Jack Leaves – National Conference on Advanced Materials, SDM College, Ujire (March 2024)
  7. “Challenges and Opportunities in Global Chemistry Enterprises”- National seminar, St. Aloysius College, Mangalore  (February 2024).
  8. XXXVI Annual Conference- Indian Council of Chemists (ICC),Department of Studies in Chemistry, NITK Surathkal (December 2018).
  9. Gellan Gum/CMC Hydrogels for Paracetamol Release – ICRAMST-2013, NITK Surathkal
  10. Synthesis of pH and Temperature Responsive Hydrogels – XXXII ICC Conference, Karnatak University (2013)
  11. Microwave-Assisted Conducting Polymer Synthesis – 3rd ICC International Conference, Dubai & Abu Dhabi (2014)
  12. Dielectric Properties of Grafted Polyaniline – NCSEA-2014, Joseph Engineering College, Mangalore

Regular participant in national and international conferences and FDPs focused on polymer science, environmental chemistry, and Sustainable Chemistry.

Other Activities
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Academic Roles & Contributions

  • Head of Department, M.Sc. Chemistry, Govinda Dasa College, Surathkal
  • Organizing Secretary, National Conferences:SSSC-2019&
    FCASDCO-2020
  • Board of Examiners (BOE) Member: Mangalore University
    St. Aloysius College, Mangalore
    SDM College, Ujire
    Vivekananda College, Puttur
  • Strategic Committee Member, Hindu Vidya Dayeene Sangha
  • Judge, Intercollegiate Chemistry Competitions

 

Professional Memberships

  • Life Member, Indian Council of Chemists (ICC) – Fellow No. 1705
  • Life Member, The Society for Polymer Science, India (SPSI) – Membership No. PUN 354

Science Communication & Outreach

  • Hobby Writer with a passion for science outreach in Kannada
  • 40+ articles published in Vishwavani, a reputed Kannada daily