Education

Dr. Thimmappa earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry from Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belgaum, Karnataka, in 2022. She completed her M.Sc. in Physical Chemistry from Central College, Bangalore University, Karnataka, in 2009, and her B.Sc. (CZBt) from S.S.M.R.V Degree College, Bangalore University, Karnataka, in 2007. 🎓

Experience

With over 13 years of teaching experience, Dr. Thimmappa has worked in several esteemed institutions. She has been serving as an Assistant Professor at RNS Institute of Technology since 2014. Prior to this, she was an Assistant Professor at Kammavari Group of Institutions from 2010 to 2012 and a Lecturer at Sambhram Institute of Technology from 2009 to 2010. Throughout her career, Dr. Thimmappa has contributed significantly to the academic and research growth in the field of Chemistry. 🏫

Awards and Honors

Dr. Thimmappa has received several accolades for her academic excellence, including a cash prize for securing the highest marks in the first semester of her M.Sc. She was recognized as the “Teacher of Excellence” for achieving a 100% result in the second semester of 2010 and awarded the “Best Teacher” title in both semesters of 2010-2011 and 2011-2012. 🏅

Research Focus

Dr. Thimmappa’s research interests are primarily focused on Physical Chemistry, Engineering Chemistry, and the green chemistry approach for synthesis and characterization of metal complexes. Her research includes molecular docking, DNA interactions, and the applications of nanomaterials in various fields. She is actively involved in developing new methods for the synthesis of Schiff base ligands and metal complexes. 🔬

Conclusion

Dr. Vidyavathi Gangasagara Thimmappa is a dedicated academic professional with a strong research background. Her expertise in Physical Chemistry, coupled with her passion for teaching and research, makes her a valuable contributor to the academic community. She remains committed to fostering knowledge and encouraging innovative approaches in her field. 🌱

Publications

Cashew nutshell liquid catalyzed green chemistry approach for synthesis of a Schiff base and its divalent metal complexes: molecular docking and DNA reactivity.
Published in Taylor and Francis – Nucleosides, Nucleotides & Nucleic Acids, Vol 40 (2021), 264-287.
DOI: 10.1080/15257770.2020.1868502.

Punica granatum pericarp extract catalyzed green chemistry approach for synthesizing novel ligand and its metal(II) complexes: Molecular docking/DNA interactions.
Published in Elsevier – Journal of Molecular Structure, Vol 1249 (2022), 131656.
DOI: 10.1016/j.molstruc.2021.131656.

Design and Developmental Activities of Novel Divalent Metal Complexes with Schiff Base Ligand Constrained from Indole-3-Carboxaldehyde and L-tryptophan. (Communicated).

Molecular docking and DNA interactions of metal(ii) complexes containing indole-based amino acid-derived imines. (Communicated).