THESES OF THE MONTH
A list of doctoral theses accepted by Indian Universities
Biotechnology
1. Patel, Meghana Hasmukhlal. Study of soil biodiversity in the era of climate change. (Dr. Beena Patel), Department of Biotechnology, Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Patan.
Crop Physiology
1. Biradar, Rajashree. Physiological effect of fungicides in soybean [Glycine max (L) Merrill] during storage and seed treatment. (Dr. D I Jirali), Department of Crop Physiology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad.
Entomology
1. Mekali, Jayashree. Evaluation of different methods of supplementation of horticultural plant extracts on growth and development of silkworm, Bombyx mori L. (Dr. G M Patil), Department of Agricultural Entomology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad.
Forestry
1. Chaurasia, Shardesh Kumar. Accelerated delignification of melocanna baccifera (Roxb) Kurz chips by pretreatment withtrametes versicolor (Fries) pilat to improve the pulp quality. (Dr. S P Singh), Department of Forest Biotechnology, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
2. Gogoi, Girish. Diversity and ecological studies on macromycoflora with special reference to ectomycorrhizae and truffles in hoolongapar Gibbon Sanctuary, Jorhat, Assam. (Dr. Vipin Prakash), Department of Forest Botany, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
3. Handique, Liza. Actinorhizal, endomycorrhizal and endophytic microbiota associated with elaeagnus iatifolia Lrhizosphere and their role in its conservation and bioactive secondary metabolites production. (Dr. Vipin Prakash), Department of Forest Botany, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
4. Jain, Priyanka. Studies on production of cellulase enzymes and its application in pulp and paper industry. (Dr. R K Jain and Dr. Vasanta V Thakur), Department of Forest Biotechnology, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
5. Kavyashree, S. Development and performance of nano materials embedded coatings on wood surface. (Dr. K K Pandey), Department of Wood Science and Technology, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
6. Kripa, P K. Bioindicators for monitoring of soil and water quality in Koratty Region, Kerala. (Dr. Thomas P Thomas and Dr. E A Jayson), Department of Forest Biotechnology, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
7. Mukesh Prasad. Soil microbial biomass carbon and nitrogen in restored limestone mined ecosystem at different elevation in Dehradun-Musoorie Region. (Dr. H B Vasistha and Dr. Parul Bhatt Kotiyal), Department of Forest Ecology and Environment, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
8. Pande, Himani. Isolation and identification of bamboo leaves phenolics with antoxidant activity and a- glucosidaseinhibitory effect. (Dr. V K Varshney), Department of Chemistry of Forest Products, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
9. Rawat, Swati. Assessment of morphological and genetic diversity in populations of Melia dubia in Karnataka. (Dr.Geeta Joshi and Dr. A N Arun Kumar), Department of Forest Biotechnology, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
10. Sajitha, K L. Identification and mass production of bacterial biocontrol against sapstain on rubber wood. (Dr. T B Suma), Department of Forest Biotechnology, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
11. Sangeeta Rani. Carbon sequestration potential of selected land-use system in Taran- Taran District of Punjab. (Dr. ARajasekaran and Dr. Dinesh Kumar Bendi), Department of Forest Ecology and Environment, Forest Research Institute,Dehradun.
12. Sharma, Purosottam Kumar. To assess the suitability of bamboo fibre for manufacturing of medium density fibre board.(Dr. S K Nath and Dr. Sujatha D), Department of Wood Science and Technology, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
13. Singh, Rakhi. In vitro regeneration of Barleria prionitis L: An important medicinal plant for micropropagation. (Dr. I D Arya and Dr. Sarita Arya), Department of Forest Biotechnology, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
14. Sudhir Kumar. Impact of hydroelectric dam projects on water quality and riparian vegetation of River Bhagirathi,Uttarakhand. (Dr. H B Vasistha and Dr. Rabindra Kumar), Department of Forest Ecology and Environment, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
15. Vanlalremkimi, J. Changes in phenological patterns of erythrina species in two different precipitation regimes in tropical forest of Mizoram. (Prof. Lalnundanga and Dr. V P Khanduri), Department of Forestry, Mizoram University, Aizawl.
16. Verma, Nemit. Life cycle analysis greenhouse gas emission from municipal solid waste dumping sites of Himachal Pradesh. (Dr. A K Tripathi), Department of Forest Ecology and Environment, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
17. Yadav, Vinod Kumar. Valuation of selected ecosystem services of Renuka Forest Division, Western Himalaya. (Dr.Laxmi Rawat and Dr. B S Adhikari), Department of Forest Ecology and Environment, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
Genetics & Plant Breeding
1. Mastamaradi, Shridevi Basayya. Genetic analysis of the traits related to mechanical harvesting in chickpea (Cicerarietinum L). (Dr. V Rudra Naik), Department of Genetics & Palnt Breeding, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad.
Plant Physiology
1. Pal, Anamika. Comparative performance of seedling and cutting raised planting material of grewia optiva drumm (Bhimal) based on physiological and biochemical parameters. (Dr. Subhash Nautiyal), Department of Plant Physiology, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
Plant Pathology
1. Pavithra, S. Studies on fungal foliar and fruit diseases of pomegranate (Punica granatum L). (Dr. V I Benagi), Department of Plant Pathology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad.
2. Rathod, Suresh. Molecular characterization, epidemiology and management of Bhendi yellow vein mosaic virus. (Dr. A S Byadgi), Department of Plant Pathology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad.
Seed Science
1. Singh, Divya Prakash. Impact of organic inputs and transplanting dates on insect fauna and seed production in radish [Raphanus sativus L]. (Dr. S C Verma), Department of Seed Science and Technology, Dr Y S Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, District Solan.
Soil Science
1. Jayaprakash, R. Studies on soil carbon fraction dynamics in major production systems in Zone III and Zone VIII of Northern Karnataka. (Dr. N A Yeledhalli), Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Biochemistry
1. Kawatra, Rajeev. A Study of genetic variation in DNA profiling among different endogamous population groups of Haryana, India. (Dr. Suman Dhanda and Dr. Pandu Guguloth), Department of Biochemistry, Kurukshetra University,Kurukshetra.
Botany
1. Pooja Rani. Vase life and postharvest studies on gibberellin pretreated bulbs of tuberose (Polianthes tuberose L.) and gladiolus (Gladiolus hortulanus L.). (Dr. Narender Singh), Department of Botany, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra.
2. Shivani. Studies on in vitro propagation of Hemidesmus indicus (L.) R.Br. and Uraria picta (Jacq.) DC. (Dr. B DVashistha), Department of Botany, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra.
3. Suman, Sujata. Studies on the storage fungi of garlic bulb, their significance and control. (Dr. B K Jaiswal), Department of Botany, Bhupendra Narayan Mandal University, Madhepura.
Zoology
1. Chandan Kumar. Comparative studies on the effect of urea and D A P toxicity on histology and haematology of fish, anabas testudineus (Bloch), An air breathing fish: A case study of Saharsa District. (Dr. Ram Ballav Jha), Department of Zoology, Bhupendra Narayan Mandal University, Madhepura.
2. Jahangeer, Md. A bio-demo genetic study of Badhiya Muslims of Purnia District with special emphasis on their ethnic relationships. (Dr. B N Pandey), Department of Zoology, Bhupendra Narayan Mandal University, Madhepura.
3. Maheshwari, Aishwarya. Conservation and management of snow leopard and co-predators with special reference to large carnivore: Human conflicts in the select areas of Western Himalayas. (Dr. S Sathyakumar), Department of Zoology,Saurashtra University, Rajkot.
4. Patil, Vinayak Krishna. Diversity of spider assemblages in sacred groves of Ratnagiri, Maharashtra: Implications for conservation management in the landscape. (Dr. V P Uniyal and Mukul Trivedi), Department of Wild Life Science, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
5. Priyanka. Toxicities; biocidal activities and management of neem products against some insect pests of rice crop inKoshi Region of Bihar. (Dr. Prabhat Kumar Potdar), Department of Zoology, Bhupendra Narayan Mandal University,Madhepura.
6. Pryuttma. Synergistic effect of few medicinal plants extract on the testis of endosulfan exposed Swiss albino mice, musmusculus. (Dr. M C Verma), Department of Zoology, T M Bhagalpur University, Bhagalpur.
7. Sanjay, Singh. A study of genetic damage in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) patients. (Dr. A S Yadav), Department of Zoology, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra.
8. Singh, Nitu. Ecological study of certain dermapteran insects in various types of ecosystem in Koshi Region of Bihar and their efficiency as biological control agent. (Dr. Prabhat Kumar Potdar), Department of Zoology, Bhupendra NarayanMandal University, Madhepura.
EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCES
Environmental Science
1. Bhushan, Amrendra. Life cycle assessment of methane emission from existing municipal dumping sites of Dehradun,Uttarakhand. (Dr. A K Tripathi), Department of Environment Management, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
2. Sinha, Sohni. Biochemical response of selected tree species to heavy metal deposition in Doon Valley. (Dr. A K Tripathi), Department of Environment Management, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun.
3. Smita. Bioelectrochemical stabilization of landfill leachate. (Prof. Narsi Ram Bishnoi), Department of Environmental Science & Engineering, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology, Hisar.
ENGINEERING SCIENCES
Civil Engineering
1. Ramayya, V Venkat. Experimental investigation of VG 30 bitumen modified with poly phosphoric acid. (Dr. V VinayakaRam and Dr. Krishnaiah), Department of Civil Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological UniversityAnantapur,Ananthapuramu.
2. Sharma, Sunil. Location based planning of highway construction projects in Hilly Terrain using GIS. (Dr. Vijay Kumar Bansal and Dr. Raman Parti), Department of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Hamirpur.
3. Shobha, M S. Strength and durability studies on natural rubber latex modified high performance concrete. (Dr. CSashidhar and Dr. H Sudarsana Rao), Department of Civil Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological UniversityAnantapur,Ananthapuramu.
4. Tekade, Shrikant Arunrao. Supercritical flow measurement by using cutthroat flume. (Dr. A D Vasudeo), Department of Civil Engineering, Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur.
Computer Science & Engineering
1. Mahadipak, Raval Lakshadeep. Effective analysis and design of encryption algorithm for secured computer network.(Dr. A M Gonasai), Department of Computer Science, Saurashtra University, Rajkot.
2. Rao, Annavarapu Chandra Sekhara. Analysis and synthesis of public bioinformatic data using data mining and machine learning techniques. (Dr. Haider Banka), Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology,Dhanbad.
3. Vidhya, S. An efficient and secure format preserving encryption scheme based on advanced encryption standard. Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Viswamahavidyalaya, Kanchipuram.
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
1. Chack, Devendra. Design and implementation of multimode interference coupler based devices for optical networks.(Dr. S K Raghuwanshi and Prof. V Kumar), Department of Electronics Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad.
2. Chendra, Sekar P. Evaluation and improvement of reliability indices of electrical power distribution system. (V Sankar), Department of Electrical Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur,Ananthapuramu.
3. Dohare, Bhanu Pratap Singh. First-principle calculations of elastic, optical and thermal properties of some semiconductors. (Prof. V Kumar), Department of Electronic Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad.
4. Jindal, Sumit Kumar. Enhancing the dynamic range of Mems pressure sensor by optimization of design parameters. (Dr. S K Raghuwanshi), Department of Electronics Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad.
5. Koley, Santasri. Design and development of wideband cognitive radio front-end for dynamic spectrum sensing and sharing. (Prof. Debjani Mitra), Department of Electronics Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad.
6. Paul, Baby. Design and optimization of wavelet for detecting life menacing events from electrocardiogram. (Dr. PMythili), School of Engineering, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi.
7. Ravi Kumar, D. Certain aspects of reliability optimization in electrical power distribution systems. (Dr. V Sankar), Department of Electrical Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur,Ananthapuramu.
8. Shakti Singh. Optimal power management of hybrid renewable energy systems. (Dr. Mukesh Singh and Dr. S CKaushik), Department of Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering, Thapar University, Patiala.
9. Sharma, Sumit. Ultrathin diffusion barrier layers for copper metallization in silicon based integrated circuits. (Dr.Mukesh Kumar and Dr. Dinesh Kumar), Department of Electronic Science, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra.
Electronics & Communication Engineering
1. Edward, A Shirly. Design and architectural analysis of tree search based detection algorithm for mimo systems. (Dr.S.Malarvizhi), Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, SRM University, Kattankulathur,Chennai.
2. Rahim, B Abdul. Adaptive dynamics genetic algorithm for node scheduling in time triggered systems. (Dr. KSoundararajan), Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological UniversityAnantapur,Ananthapuramu.
3. Tarun Kumar. Analysis and design of metamaterials using ferromagnetic microwires. Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Uttar Pradesh.
4. Venkatesh Kumar, H. Optimization of spectrum sensing algorithms for cognitive radio networks. (Dr. M N Giri Prasad), Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur,Ananthapuramu.
Mechanical Engineering
1. Pradhan, Premananda. Thermal performance analysis of novel porous radiant burners for domestic use. (Dr. PurnaChandra Mishra and Dr. K B Sahu), Department of Mechanical Engineering, KIIT University, Bhubaneswar.
2. Sahoo, Trinath. Optimization of condition based maintenance decision with application of artificial intelligence-opportunity for petroleum industry. (Prof. P K Sarkar), Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology,Dhanbad.
3. Sur, Anirban. Numerical and experimental analysis of activated carbon-methanol adsorption refrigeration system. (Dr.Randip Kumar Das), Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad.
Mining Engineering
1. Annadurai, P. Studies on rubber nanocomposites based encapsulants for underwater applications. (Dr. T Santhanakrishnan), Naval Physical and Oceanographic Labortary, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi.
2. Lamani, Shreekant Revachand. Investigation and assessment of quality of bricks prepared using iron ore waste. (Dr.Harsha Vardhan and Dr. M Aruna), Department of Mining Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Karnataka.
3. Selva, Kumar K Karthik. Experimental and numerical investigation on flow induced vibration excitation in elastically mounted circular and square structures. (Dr. L A Kumaraswamidhas), Department of Mining Machinery Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad.
Petroleum Engineering
1. Ravindra Kumar. Studies on improvement in transportation of heavy crude oil using natural and commercial surfactants. (Dr. T K Naiya and Dr. Ajay Mandal), Department of Petroleum Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology,Dhanbad.
MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
Mathematics
1. Choudhury, Sarita. Study on optimality conditions for nonlinear programming problems. (Dr. Anurag Jayswal), Department of Applied Mathematics, Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad.
2. Deepmala. HIV infection dynamics under multidrug therapy in vivo. (Dr. M. D. Sharma), Department of Mathematics,Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra.
3. Gajendran, G. Mathematical approach to design multilayer feed forward neural network and its model on clinical and laboratory works. Department of Mathematics, Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Viswamahavidyalaya, Kanchipuram.
4. Meenakshi. Characterization of generalized convergence in some spaces. Department of Mathematics, MaharishiMarkandeshwar University, Ambala.
5. Shukla, Minal Sanjiv. Coloring and domination problems in graphs: Some new perspectives. (Dr. S K Vaidya), Department of Mathematics, Saurashtra University, Rajkot.
MEDICAL SCIENCES
Anatomy
1. Balreet Kaur. The correlation between aggressive behaviour and extra Y Chromosome in taller males: A study in 500 North Indian males. Department of Medical Anatomy, Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Ambala.
Ayurveda
1. Chandrakant, Raskar Swapnil. An applied clinical study of jatamatra paricharya WSR to Nabhi upakarama (Umbilical cord care) with jatyadi taila. (Dr. Rajagopala S), Department of Kaumarbhritya, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar.
2. Shah, Jaykumar Rajnikant. Optimization of aashchyotana kriyakalpa procedure and development of Standard Manufacturing Procedure (SMP) of punarnavadi eye drops with their clinical evaluation in abhishyanda (Conjunctivities). (Prof. K S Dhiman), Department of Shalakya, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar.
Biotechnology
1. Pal, Dharam. Approaches for the generation of recombinant human interferon-β from escherichia coli. (Dr. Abhay H), Department of Biotechnology, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Mohali.
3. Umar, Usman Zango. Studies on bioremediation of cadmium and lead from industrial effluent using microbial consortium. Department of Biotechnology, Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Ambala.
4. Vanitha, P. Protective effect of morin against high glucose-induced beta cell apoptosis and streptozotocininduced diabetes mellitus. (Dr.K.M.Ramkumar), Department of Biotechnology, SRM University, Kattankulathur,Chennai.
5. Varughese, Lesley Rachel. Analytical profiling of mutations in quinolone resistance-determining region in common enteric pathogens. Department of Biotechnology, Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Ambala.
Dentistry
1. Prajapati, Rajendrakumar Amrutlal. Studies on the microflora associated with dental caries. (Dr. B V Raol), MehsanaUrban Institute of Sciences, Ganpat University, Mehsana.
Nursing
1. Chand, Sulakshna. A study to evaluate effectiveness of electronic Nursing documentation programme in terms of nurses perception and quality of nursing documentation in selected hospital Ambala Haryana. Department of Nursing, MaharishiMarkandeshwar University, Ambala.
2. Suseelal, T. Effectiveness of home ‐ based education programme on self ‐ management among patients with diabetes mellitus in selected villages at Kancheepuram District, Tamilnadu, India. (Dr.K.R.John), Department of Nursing, SRM University, Kattankulathur,Chennai.
Pharmaceutical Science
1. Dhiman, Sonia. Development and optimization of gastroretenive formulation of some drugs using experimental design. Department of Pharmaceutical Science, Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Ambala.
2. Gangar, Mukesh. Studies towards asymmetric aldol and alkaylation reactions using imidazolidinone-based chiralauxiliary and its application in the synthesis of pharmaceutically active compounds. (Dr. Vipin A Nair), Department of Medicinal Chemistry, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Mohali.
3. Moin, Sayyed Mateen Sayyed. Comparative pharmacognostical and neuropharmacological profile of plants Swertiachirata and Hemidesmus indicus. (Dr. Mohib Khan and Dr. N Devanna), Department of Pharmaceutical Science, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur,Ananthapuramu.
4. Panghal, Surender. Impurity profiling in amoxicillin trihydrate and its formulation: A practical approach towards synthesis, identification, characterization and analysis using spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques. Department of Pharmaceutical Science, Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Ambala.
5. Parmar, Purviben Tejaskumar. Studies on preparation and evaluation of topical formulation with wound healing activity containing plant constituents. (Dr. C N Patel), Department of Pharmacy, Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Patan.
6. Parthasarathy, G. Formulation and evaluation of mucoadhesive buccal patches of carbamazepine. (Dr. K Bhaskar Reddy and Prof. K N Jayaveera), Department of Pharmaceutical Science, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological UniversityAnantapur,Ananthapuramu.
7. Ujjwala Yadav, Kandekar. Formulation and evaluation of microparticulate drug delivery system. (Dr. P Choudari and Prof. K B Chandra Sekhar), Department of Pharmaceutical Science, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological UniversityAnantapur,Ananthapuramu.
PHYSICAL SCIENCES
Chemistry
1. Anirudh Kumar. Study of inter rmolecular interaction between thiophenols and aliphatic and aromatic ketones. (Dr. C KYadav), Department of Chemistry, Bhupendra Narayan Mandal University, Madhepura.
2. Arjun Kumar. Studies on chemical toxicology of aluminium. (Dr. T V R K Rao), Department of Chemistry, BhupendraNarayan Mandal University, Madhepura.
3. Mahto, Triveni Kumar. Synthesis of multifunctional magnetic nanoparticles and graphene oxide for adsorption and catalysis. (Dr. Sumanta Kumar Sahu), Department of Applied Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad.
4. Oraon, Ramesh. Synthesis and characterization of nanoclay based hybrid electroode materials for high performance supercapacitor. (Dr. G C Nayak), Department of Applied Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad.
5. Ramamohan, M. Novel methodologies for the synthesis of quinazolinones, quinoxalines and their application in the total synthesis of naturally occurring quinazolinone alkaloids. Department of Chemistry, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur,Ananthapuramu.
Physics
1. Raja, R. Growth spectroscopic and non linear optical analysis on some organic and doped crystals. Department of Physics, Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Viswamahavidyalaya, Kanchipuram.
2. Sajan, P. Solvo hydrothermal growth and photoluminescence studies of micro and nano structured zinc sulfide for bio- imaging applications. (Dr. M Junaid Bushiri), Department of Physics, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi.
3. Soni, Abhishek Kumar. Rare earth doped up converting phosphors in optical thermometry and photonic applications.(Dr. Vineet Kumar Rai), Department of Applied Physics, Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad.
4. Suresh, Jishnu. Thermodynamics and geometrothermodynamics of black holes in modified theories of gravity. (Dr. V CKuriakose and Dr. Ramesh Babu T), Department of Physics, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi.
5. Vinod, R. Photoluminescence investigation of hydrothermally grown ZnO and 3d transition metal (Mn/Co/Ni/Cu) doped ZnO nanostructures. (Dr. M Junaid Bushiri), Department of Physics, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi.
Polymer Science
1. Sreejesh, P R. Biocomposites of regenerated cellulose with conducting materials for nonlinear optical application. (Dr.Rani Joseph), Department of Polymer Science & Rubber Technology, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi.
