Dr. Kavitha Rachaiah

HOD & Assistant Professor

Qualification: M.Sc, Ph.D

Courses taught: : B.Sc and M.Sc

Area of expertise: Cancer Biology, Mammalian Cell Culture, Molecular Biology, Analytical Techniques, Expertise in Animal handling.

Publications:

  1. Synthesis and Screening of Pro-apoptotic and Angio-inhibitory Activity of Novel Benzisoxazole Derivatives both In vitro and In vivo. (2019) Anti-cancer agents in medicinal chemistry, 1871-5206/19). (IF: 2.67)
  2. Anti-neoplastic activity of Dioscorea Bulbifera root extracts by targeting MTA1. (2019) RJLBPCS, 5(1) Page No.549. (IF: 0.89)
  3. Crosstalk between VEGF and MTA1 signaling pathways contribute to aggressiveness of breast carcinoma. (2013) Molecular Carcinogenesis , 54:333-350.(IF: 3.85)

HANDS ON WORKSHOP ATTENDED:

  1. 2022: Participated 2 days (July 19th & 20th) training program on “Mushroom Cultivation” at ICAR KVK, Chamarajanagar.
  2. 2022: Participated 3 days (June 14th to 16th) workshop on “Science Communication” organized by JSS AHER in association with DBT/Welcome Trust India Alliance, at JSS Pharmacy College, Mysore.
  3. 2022: Participated 7 days (February 7th to 13th) hands-on workshop on “Bioinformatics Tools & Techniques”at Department of Genetics & Genomics, University of Mysore, Mysore.
  4. 2022: Participated 1 day (January 1st) hands-on workshop on “Drosophila: An ideal model for Research in Biology” at Department of Biochemistry, PG wing of SBRR Mahajana college, Mysore.
  5. 2018: National Workshop on ‘Gene editing using “CRISPR-CAS”: Hands-on training on its basics and applications in drug discovery’at TIFAC CORE in herbal drugs, Department of Pharmacognosy and Phytopharmacy, JSS College of Pharmacy, Ooty.
  6. 2018: Assisted as a resource person during the 10 days hands-on training workshop in Human Cell Culture Technology and its Application in Cancer Research at University of Mysore and Department of science and technology (Kiran Division), Govt. of India, New Delhi.
  7. 2018: Attended 10 days hands-on workshop on “Research Data Analysis using SPSS and R” at University of Mysore, Mysore.

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ATTENDED:

  1. 2022: Participated in International conference on “Nutraceuticals in healthy aging”. Held at MMK & SDM College, affiliated to University of Mysore, Mysore.
  2. 2013: Presented in Indian Association for Cancer Research and International Symposium on Infection and Cancer. Held at University of Delhi.
  3. 2012: Presented in Indian Association for Cancer Research & International symposium on Cancer Genomics and its Impact in the Clinics. Held at Navi Mumbai.
  4. 2011: Presented in Indian Association for Cancer Research. Satellite Meeting on Inhibition of Tumor Progression. Held at Thrissur, Kerala.

NATIONAL CONFERENCE PARTICIPATED:

  1. 2018: Presented and won Best Oral” presentation award in a National conference on “Biodiversity and Bio-prospecting for sustainable Development, organized by Insititute of Excellence, University of Mysore.
  2. 2009: Presented in National symposium on Bioactive Molecules: From Discovery to Industry. Held at University of Mysore.
  3. 2009: Presented in National Conference on Role of Biotechnology in Development of Herbal drug and Conservation of Biodiversity. Held at SDM College, Ujire.

AWARDS AND PRIZES / OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS:

  1. Awarded Best Oral presentation at a National conference in the year 2018 organized by Institute of Excellence at Vijnana Bhawana, University of Mysore.
  2. Won Best cadet award with a GOLD MEDAL in NCC – Naval Wing in the year 2003 at a National Integration Camp held at Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
  3. Actively participated in NCC (National Cadet Corps) and hold B and C – NCC certificate.
  4. Trained in Swimming, Ocean Sailing, Rock Climbing, Trekking – Himalayan Saurkundi Pass in Manali Range.