Dr. T. Selvankumar

@mahendraarts.org

Professor and Head in Biotechnology
Mahendra Arts & Science College (Autonomous)

Dr. T. Selvankumar
Dr. T. Selvankumar is a Professor and Head, the Department of Biotechnology, Mahendra Arts & Science College (Autonomous), Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, India. He obtained his PhD in Environmental Biotechnology, at Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India. He has been honored with several awards including the Best Teacher Award 2019, and Best Researcher Award 2022 of Periyar University. He has 24 years of teaching, and research experience in Microbiology, Immunology, Bioprocess Technology and Nanotechnology Biotechnology. His current research is concentrated on identifying peptide drugs, Nanoparticle-based drug delivery and metagenomics. To his credit, he has published 127 research articles in National and International Journals and submitted 48 microbial nucleotide sequence data banks to NCBI. He has carried out research projects from UGC, DST-FIST and DBT.

EDUCATION

M.Sc, M.Phil, Ph.D.

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Microbiology (medical), Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis
142

Scopus Publications

5360

Scholar Citations

40

Scholar h-index

108

Scholar i10-index

Scopus Publications

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Emerging Roles of Carbon Nanotubes in Cancer Therapy, Diagnosis and Targeted Drug Delivery: Current Insights and Toxicity Considerations
    R Thirumalaisamy, S Nimithap, T Selvankumar, R Manikandan, P Vadivel
    Chemical Physics Impact, 101003 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Enhancing breast cancer detection accuracy through machine learning, deep learning and transfer learning techniques for clinical practice
    J Ganesan, V Krishnan, T Rathinavel, KS Shalini, T Selvankumar, ...
    Discover Artificial Intelligence , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 3
  • Biogenic Luminescent Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles From Centratherum punctatum : Their Synthesis Optimization Through Box–Behnken Design and Its Antimicrobial …
    R Thirumalaisamy, KS Shalini, T Selvankumar, M Bhuvaneswari, ...
    Luminescence 40 (12), e70394 , 2025
    2025
  • Revolutionizing wound therapy: polymeric nanocomposite hydrogels, AI‐driven nanomedicine and infection resistance strategies
    KP Varshini, N Mahesh, S Balakumar, KS Shalini, T Selvankumar
    Polymer International 74 (12), 1033-1050 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Catalytic degradation of methyl orange and biomedical efficacy of sustainable silver nanoparticles from Boerhaavia diffusa leaf extract
    C Sudhakar, K Selvam, T Selvankumar, JS Algethami, GS Albakri, ...
    Journal of Molecular Structure 1344, 142973 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 13
  • Nanoparticles in Heavy Metal‐Induced Neurodegenerative Disorders: A Review
    VK Nelson, U Hani, N Haider, F Fatima, A Bodapati, PR Suryadevara, ...
    Polymers for Advanced Technologies 36 (10), e70383 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Drug repurposing in silico screening of antiviral drugs and evidence-based plant-derived anti-oxidant molecules targeting nsp15, main protease, and nsp16-nsp10 complex of SARS …
    T Singirisetty, NB Chilamakuru, A Bodapati, SDM Kallam, ...
    Green Technology, Resilience, and Sustainability 5 (1), 2 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Green Synthesis of ZnO/CuTiO2/PVDF Nanocomposite Using Solanum nigrum Extract: Electrocatalytic, Photocatalytic, and Biological Applications
    L Mandapati, J Kamalakkannan, S Vippamakula, G Birudala, VK Nelson, ...
    Chemical Physics Impact, 100928 , 2025
    2025
  • Atranorin from lichens act as potential inhibitor for cervical tumor proteins TGFbeta and kinase enzyme CDK4/CyclinD3: An anti-cancer intervention therapy
    B Murugesan, T Rathinavel, RS Kumar, M Gomathi, SU Maheswari, ...
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 145896 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 4
  • Phyco‐Fabricated Zinc Oxide Nanorods From Dictyota dichotoma Seaweed: A Promising Resource for Environmental and Biomedical Applications
    R Kalavathi, S Vijayakumar, S Dhivyadharshini, MM Al‐Ansari, ...
    Luminescence 40 (7), e70272 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 9
  • Green Extracts of Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. (Lotus): Promising Alternatives for Spodoptera litura (Fab.) Management Through Chemical Profiling and Insecticidal …
    N Krishnamurthy, K Revathi, R Chandrasekaran, SA Obaid, HM Aljawdah, ...
    Waste and Biomass Valorization 16 (7), 3617-3630 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Fabrication of Silver Nanoparticles From Caryota Urens and Their Effects on the Microscopy Characteristics of Tissues in Spodoptera Litura
    P Srinivasan, A Kanchana, S Devanesan, MS AlSalhi, R Mythili, ...
    Microscopy Research and Technique 88 (7), 2063-2072 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Potential benefits of bioactive compounds from seaweed extracts: Their prospects and pharmacological promises
    P Sneha, S Vijayakumar, D Devadharshini, MA Wadaan, P Srinivasan, ...
    Waste and Biomass Valorization 16 (7), 3413-3425 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 12
  • Preparation and Characterization of Anastrozole Nanocrystal Fast Dissolving Tablets Using Super Disintegrants and Co‐Processed Excipients for Enhanced Drug Release
    MJ Akbar, A Aljasser, U Hani, N Haider, K Nithiyananthan, VK Nelson, ...
    Polymers for Advanced Technologies 36 (7), e70235 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Impacts of Climatic Changes on Vector Borne Diseases-A Recent Perspective
    T Selvankumar, A Ramesh, M Srilatha, M Bhuvaneswari, ...
    2025
  • The Impact of Sedentary Lifestyle on Diabetes in Tamil Nadu: A Review
    G Kesavaraj, P SS, T Selvankumar
    2025
  • Microbial Remediation of Seafood Processing Effluent Enhances the Removal Efficiency of BOD, COD, and Nitrogenous Compounds and Evaluating its Toxicity
    S Gini, E Lokesh, AG Kumar, MK AL-Sadoon, P Srinivasan, ...
    Water, Air, & Soil Pollution 236 (6), 357 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 3
  • Green Synthesis of ZrO 2 Nanoparticles From Gardenia resinifera for Efficient Photocatalytic Methylene Blue Dye Degradation With Antimicrobial and Antioxidant …
    A Kathirvel, R Srinivasan, M Sasikumar, N Ranjith, R Srinivasan, ...
    Luminescence 40 (6), e70223 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 6
  • Fabrication and Characterization of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Derived From Aegle marmelos Fruit: Evaluation of Antioxidant, Antibacterial, and Photocatalytic …
    S Thenmozhi, J Dhanalakshmi, MF Albeshr, JV Kumar, P Srinivasan, ...
    Luminescence 40 (6), e70224 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 4
  • Synthesis of nanostructured semiconducting cerium oxide associated titanium dioxide as photoanodic material for dye sensitized solar cells
    S Ranjitha, S Bhuvaneswari, RS Kumar, R Thirumalaisamy, K Ameer, ...
    Chemical Physics Impact 10, 100790 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 12

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Microwave-assisted green synthesis of fluorescent carbon quantum dots from Mexican Mint extract for Fe3+ detection and bio-imaging applications
    N Architha, M Ragupathi, C Shobana, T Selvankumar, P Kumar, YS Lee, ...
    Environmental research 199, 111263 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 214
  • Bioremediation of heavy metals using an endophytic bacterium Paenibacillus sp. RM isolated from the roots of Tridax procumbens
    M Govarthanan, R Mythili, T Selvankumar, S Kamala-Kannan, ...
    3 Biotech 6 (2), 242 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 188
  • Phytosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using Mangifera indica flower extract as bioreductant and their broad-spectrum antibacterial activity
    F Ameen, P Srinivasan, T Selvankumar, S Kamala-Kannan, S Al Nadhari, ...
    Bioorganic Chemistry 88, 102970 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 187
  • Phytochemical 6-Gingerol – A promising Drug of choice for COVID-19
    ST Thirumalaisamy R, Murugan P, Srinivasan P, Arjunan S
    International Journal of Advanced Science and Engineering 6 (4), 1482-1489 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 167
  • Sunroot mediated synthesis and characterization of silver nanoparticles and evaluation of its antibacterial and rat splenocyte cytotoxic effects
    A Aravinthan, M Govarthanan, K Selvam, L Praburaman, T Selvankumar, ...
    International Journal of Nanomedicine, 1977-1983 , 2015
    2015
    Citations: 167
  • Biosynthesis and characterization of silver nanoparticles using panchakavya, an Indian traditional farming formulating agent
    M Govarthanan, T Selvankumar, K Manoharan, R Rathika, K Shanthi, ...
    International Journal of Nanomedicine, 1593-1599 , 2014
    2014
    Citations: 164
  • Biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles from Spirulina microalgae and its antibacterial activity
    SK Govarthanan Muthusamy, Selvankumar Thangasamy, Mythili Raja, Sudhakar ...
    Environmental Science and Pollution Research , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 163
  • Eco-friendly biosynthesis and characterization of silver nanoparticles using Tinospora cordifolia (Thunb.) Miers and evaluate its antibacterial, antioxidant potential
    K Selvam, C Sudhakar, M Govarthanan, P Thiyagarajan, A Sengottaiyan, ...
    Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences 10 (1), 6-12 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 152
  • Myco-phytoremediation of arsenic-and lead-contaminated soils by Helianthus annuus and wood rot fungi, Trichoderma sp. isolated from decayed wood
    M Govarthanan, R Mythili, T Selvankumar, S Kamala-Kannan, H Kim
    Ecotoxicology and environmental Safety 151, 279-284 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 149
  • Utilization of market vegetable waste for silver nanoparticle synthesis and its antibacterial activity
    R Mythili, T Selvankumar, S Kamala-Kannan, C Sudhakar, F Ameen, ...
    Materials Letters 225, 101-104 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 138
  • Synthesis and characterization of Solanum nigrum -mediated silver nanoparticles and its protective effect on alloxan-induced diabetic rats
    A Sengottaiyan, A Aravinthan, C Sudhakar, K Selvam, P Srinivasan, ...
    Journal of Nanostructure in Chemistry 6 (1), 41-48 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 134
  • Biogenic synthesis, characterization and antibacterial activity of gold nanoparticles synthesised from vegetable waste
    R Mythili, T Selvankumar, P Srinivasan, A Sengottaiyan, J Sabastinraj, ...
    Journal of Molecular Liquids 262, 318-321 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 123
  • Biomimetic synthesis of silver nanoparticles using flower extract of Bauhinia purpurea and its antibacterial activity against clinical pathogens
    GM Sudhakar Chinnappan, Selvam Kandasamy, Sengottaiyan Arumugam, Kamala ...
    Environmental Science and Pollution Research , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 108
  • Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Solanum indicum L. and their antibacterial, splenocyte cytotoxic potentials
    A Sengottaiyan, R Mythili, T Selvankumar, A Aravinthan, ...
    Research on Chemical Intermediates 42 (4), 3095-3103 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 107
  • Green biomimetic silver nanoparticles utilizing the red algae Amphiroa rigida and its potent antibacterial, cytotoxicity and larvicidal efficiency
    M Gopu, P Kumar, T Selvankumar, B Senthilkumar, C Sudhakar, ...
    Bioprocess and Biosystems Engineering 44 (2), 217-223 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 104
  • Eco-friendly cost-effective approach for synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles for enhanced photocatalytic performance
    S Kayalvizhi, A Sengottaiyan, T Selvankumar, B Senthilkumar, ...
    Optik 202, 163507 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 103
  • Significance of allochthonous brackish water Halomonas sp. on biodegradation of low and high molecular weight polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons"[Chemosphere 243 (2020) 125389].
    M Govarthanan, AYZ Khalifa, P Srinivasan, T Selvankumar, K Selvam, ...
    Chemosphere, 130509-130509 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 93
  • Acorus calamus rhizome extract mediated biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles and their bactericidal activity against human pathogens
    C Sudhakar, K Selvam, M Govarthanan, B Senthilkumar, A Sengottaiyan, ...
    Journal of genetic engineering and biotechnology 13 (2), 93-99 , 2015
    2015
    Citations: 84
  • Simulation of biodegradation and sorption processes in ground water
    P Srinivasan, JW Mercer
    Groundwater 26 (4), 475-487 , 1988
    1988
    Citations: 82
  • Rapid biodegradation of chlorpyrifos by plant growth-promoting psychrophilic Shewanella sp. BT05: an eco-friendly approach to clean up pesticide-contaminated environment
    M Govarthanan, F Ameen, S Kamala-Kannan, T Selvankumar, ...
    Chemosphere 247, 125948 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 80