St. Joseph's College

Value Added Courses

• Food Safety and Regulations (2018-2019, 2022-2023)

• Immunological Test for Clinical Labs (2019-2020, 2022-2023)

• Infectious Diseases and Their Prevention (2021-2022)

• Bio-entrepreneurshipProgram for Life Science Students (2024-2025 onwards)

• Basic Laboratory Techniques (2024-2025 onwards)

Profile of the Department

Preamble:

The Department of Microbiology was established in 1997, initially offering a Bachelor of Science in Microbiologyfor male students under the Bioscience Department. A separate batch for female students was introduced the following yearin 1998. By 1999, the department had become an independent entity, marking a significant milestone in its growth.In 2010, it expanded its academic offerings with the introduction of a Master of Science program in Applied Microbiology.Additionally, the department was affiliated with Thiruvalluvar University for its M.Phil. Microbiology program. Currently, it offers a Ph.D. program in Microbiology, affiliated with Annamalai University, with four research scholars pursuing their doctoral studies. The department has a dedicated team of faculty members actively involved in teaching, research, and academic initiatives, fostering both student growth and scientific progress.

The departmental library offers an extensive collection of books, catering to the academic and research needs of students and faculty. Over the years, the department has built a strong reputation for organizing seminars and workshops while actively engaging in various research activities. It also takes pride in its robust alumni network, with graduates holding esteemed positions in academia, industry, and research both in India and internationally.

Vision:

To prepare talented, skilled, and socially responsible manpower in the field of Microbiology through a balanced combination of teaching and research.

Mision:

To prepare students to acquire microbiological knowledge and apposite skills to meet the challenges of the industrial and healthcare sectors.

To motivate students and staff to take up research and provide the necessary facilities.

Laboratory Infrastructure:

The department boasts well-equipped laboratories that cater to undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programs. The available equipment includes binocular microscopes (Magnus CH20 iLED), biological binocular microscopes (Dewinter), monocular microscopes (Magnus), horizontal laminar air flow cabinet (Pisces), vertical laminar air flow units(Hitech), autoclave (Pisces), vertical double-wall basic autoclave (Baumer),bacteriological incubators(Gravity), Orbitek BOD incubator, BOD incubator (Pisces), orbital shaking incubator(Remi), open-air shaking incubator (Orbitek), water bath shaker incubator (Gravity),membrane filtration assembly with suction pump (Millipore),serological water bath (Guna), mini rotaryshaker (Remi), rocking shaker (Tarsons), centrifuges (Remi), microcentrifuge (Eppendorf), cooling centrifuge (Eppendorf),ELISA reader (Thermo Fisher Scientific), thermal cycler (Bio-Rad), gel documentation system (Bio-Rad), UV-Vis spectrophotometer (SpectraMax), electrophoretic apparatus (GeNei), submarine mini electrophoresis units (Bio-Rad), Remi deep-freezer (-20?), pH meter (Elico),VDRL shaker (Yarco), UV transilluminator (GeNei), hot air oven (Gravity), digital hot air oven (Technico), microwave oven (Kenstar), hot plate, digital photo colorimeter, anaerobic culture jars, anaerobic system mark 3,microprocessor-based UV equipment, Soxhlet apparatus,vortex mixer, digital electronic weighing balance and refrigerators. These facilities provide a robust foundation for advanced research and experimentation, supporting students and researchers in their academic pursuits.

Programme Offered

Degree	Programme	Duration	Semester	Total Credit
UG	B.Sc Microbiology	3 Years	6	140
PG	M.Sc. Applied Microbiology	2 Years	4	90
Ph.D	Ph.D Microbiology	-	-	-

Research

1. Joseph Christian Daniel S and John Thomas P. Studies on microbiological and molecular profile of burn infection causingPseudomonas aeruginosa.International Journal of Innovation in Pharma Biosciences and Research Technology. 3 (2), 317-331.

2. John Thomas P, Jayalakshmi L & Parameswari N (2017). Isolation and characterization of lipase producing microorganisms from agricultural soil and different wastes. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities and Science, 4(1), 64-70.

3. Jayaprakash J, Saravanakumar A, Peng M, Ganesh M, Mohankumar M & Jang HT (2016). Low-cost and eco-friendly green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Prunus japonica (Rosaceae) leaf extract and their antibacterial, antioxidant properties. Artificial cells, Nanomedicine,and Biotechnology, 45(6), 1165-1171. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/21691401.2016.1203795. IF: 6.35

4. Jayaprakash J, Prabhu K & Manoharan V (2016). Study on the growth enhancement activity of humic acid on microalgae biomass. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities and Science. 3(2), 27-30.

5. Parimala Celia M& Sivaranjani S (2017). Antibacterial activity of selected medicinal plants against urinary tract infection causing clinical isolates. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities and Science, 4(1), 33-38.

6. John Milton D& Manivannan M (2017). Prevalence of Azospirillum isolates in paddy rhizosphere soils of Different locations in Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. International Journal of Current Science and Technology, 5(2), 350-352.

7. John Milton D& Reetha (2017). Studies on the isolation and identification of Actinomycetes from lignite mine ecosystem and their antimicrobial activity. International Journal of Current Advanced Research, 6(3), 2555-2558.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.24327/ijcar.2017.2558.0048

8. John Milton D& Reetha D (2017). Effect of bioremediated lignite mine effluent and soil on growth and yield of paddy ADT-36. International Journal of Recent Scientific Research, 8(3), 16067-16071.doi: 10.24327/IJRSR

9. John Milton D (2017). Combined effect of vermicompost and VAM on the growth and yield of maize. International Journal of Current Agricultural Sciences, 7(12), 261-264.

10. John Milton D& Nirmala N (2017). Isolation, characterization and screening of decolorizing bacteria from textile dye effluent, Bhuvanagiri, Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities and Science, 4(2), 51-57.

11. Krishnan R, Paneerselvam A, Thajuddin N & Ilavarasi A (2017). Isolation and characterization of halophilic bacteria producing amylase and protease enzyme from Marakkanam salt pan. International Journal of Biological Research and Development. 7(1), 1-8.

1. Joseph Christian Daniel S, Sebastian S, Xavier S, Arockianathan PM, Sathish M & Reka U. (2017). Molecular docking studies some selective cancer protein with 6-Hydroxyflavanone: A theoretical prediction for protein-ligand binding site. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities and Science, 4(1), 71-75.

2. Joseph Christian Daniel S, Sudhantharadevi V & Sowmiya S(2017). Influence of media components and pH on the production of alpha amylase from Bacillus sp. SJCB03. Indian Journal of Applied Microbiology,20(1), 55-62.

3. John Thomas P, Parameswari N & Jayalakshmi L (2017). Studies on chitinase producing Bacillus species from agricultural soil sample and shrimp waste. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities and Science, 4(2), 70-74.

4. John Thomas P, Sakthi Saranya P & Poonguzhali P (2017). Screening and characterization of indole acetic acid producing bacteria from soil. International Journal of Current Agricultural Sciences, 7(11), 254-260.

5. Jayaprakash J& Hemavathy P (2017). Sustainability of nitrogen fixing bacteria on pesticide contaminated agriculture soil. International Journal of Current Agricultural Sciences, 7(12), 265-267.

6. Parimala Celia M& Jenifer M (2018).Antibacterial activity of Punica granatum peel extract against bacterial pathogens. International Journal of Applied Research, 4 (9), 74-44.

7. Parimala Celia M& Divya I (2018). Antibacterial studies of plant parts of Carica papaya against pathogens. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities and Science, 5(2), 50-54.

8. Krishnan R, Paneerselvam A, Ilavarasi A & Thajuddin N (2017). Isolation of pigment producing halophilic bacteria from Marakkanam salt pans and evaluation of their antioxidant ability. World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 6(10), 205-216.

9. Megala S& Paranthaman (2017). Effect of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) increasing plant height, chlorophyll and protein content of Solanum nigrum. International Journal of Applied Research, 3(12), 147-150.

10. Megala S, Paranthaman R & Subasri J (2017). Effect of microbial consortium on increasing nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium content of Gloriosa superba L. International Journal of Advanced Science and Research, 2(6), 132-135.

11. Megala S (2018). Studies on antibacterial activity in leaves and fruits extract of Solanum nigrum Linn. International Journal of Creative Research Thought, 6(1), 2320-2882.

12. Swaminathan C (2018). Phytochemical analysis, antibacterial and antioxidant properties of Indigofera tinctoria L. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research, 11(6), 136-138.

1. Joseph Christian Daniel S, Ramya E, Ramalakshmi S & Usha R (2018).Prevalence and risk factors of hepatitis C virus in Irula tribal community, Tamil Nadu, India. Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology,12 (3), 1543-1552.

2. Sumitha D, Preetha D &Joseph Christian Daniel S (2018). Functional properties of halophilic bacteria isolated from fermented foods. Indian Journal of Applied Microbiology,21 (1), 37-45.

3. Joseph Christian Daniel S, Sebastian S, Xavier S et al. (2018). Probing vibrational activities, electronic properties, molecular docking and Hirshfeld surfaces analysis of 4-chlorophenyl ({[(1E)-3-(1Himidazol-1-yl)-1-phenylpropylidene]amino}oxy)methanone: A promising anti-Candida agent. Journal of Molecular Structure, 1159, 83-95. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molstruc.2018.01.042 IF: 3.84

4. John Thomas P, Prithiga P & Vijayalakshmi P(2018). Studies on chitinolytic bacteria in intestinal tract of marine fishes and shrimps. International Journal of Recent Scientific Research, 9 (4), 26277-26282. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.24327/ijrsr.2018.0904.2026

5. Jayaprakash J, Ganesh M, Lee SG, Mohankumar M & Jang HT (2019). Hydnocarpus alpina Wt extract mediated green synthesis of ZnO nanoparticle and screening of its anti-microbial, free radical scavenging, and photocatalytic activity. Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 19.DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bcab.2019.101129. IF: 3.4

6. Megala S, Paranthaman SR & Subasri J (2019).Clinical study of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producing E. coli from urinarytract infections. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities and Science. 6 (1), 35-42.

7. Swaminathan C& Suja J (2019). Evaluation of antibacterial and antifungal activity of photoactivated cow urine. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 8 (2), 853-858.

8. Swaminathan C& Santhi M (2019). Phytochemical analysis and antimicrobial activity of roots of Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal. International Journal of ChemTech Research, 12 (2), 218-222.

9. Swaminathan C& Parameswari P (2019). Antibacterial activity of Streptomycesspecies (T7) isolated from Kanjamalai hills of South India. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities and Science, 6 (1), 24-30.

1. Sumitha D, Aboorva &Joseph Christian Daniel S (2019). Antimicrobial effect of Lactobacillus spp. against gastrointestinal pathogens. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities and Science, 6 (1), 31-34.

2. John Thomas P, Arokiaraj M & Sugaprabha Prasath (2019). Studies on screening and characterization ofchitinolytic bacteria from shrimp farming ponds. International Journal of Current Research & Academic Review, 7 (6), 121-135. DOI: https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcrar.2019.706.011

3. John Thomas P, Sugaprabha Prasath, Dharani M & Arokiaraj S (2019). Screening and characterization of proteolytic bacteria and its application in antibiofilm activity. International Journal of Current Research & Academic Review,7(6), 106-120. DOI: https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcrar.2019.706.010

4. John Thomas P, Vijayalakshmi P & Prithiga P (2019). Studies on lipolytic bacteria in intestinal tract of marine fishes. St. Joseph’s Journal of Humanities & Science, 6 (2), 25-36.

5. Jayaprakash J, Ganesh M, Krishnan N, John Thomas P, John Milton D & Jang HT (2019). Green biogenic synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Pseudomonasputida culture and its invitro antibacterial and antibiofilm activity. Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 21. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bcab.2019.101327. IF: 3.4

1. Joseph Christian Daniel S, Sangeetha MargreatS, Xavier S, Maria Julie Met al. (2020). DFT, spectroscopic, DSC/TGA, electronic, biological and molecular docking investigation of 2,5-thiophenedicarboxylic acid: A promising anticancer agent. Journal of Molecular Structure, 1200. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molstruc.2019.127099. IF: 3.84

2. Swaminathan C, Pargavi S & Ganesh (2020). Phytochemical analysis, antibacterial activity and antioxidant activity of leaf extracts of Merremia emarginata (Burm.F). International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, 11 (10), 5214-5218.

1. Jayaprakash J, John Thomas P, John Milton D, Swaminathan C et al. (2022). Antibacterial and anti-biofilm activities of novel antibiotic conjugated silver nanoparticles. Materials Today: Proceedings. 49 (7), 2836-2841. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2021.10.068.

1. Jayaprakash J, Gadgeppa BO, Ganesh M, Raman BM, Sidram GP et al. (2023). Phytogenic synthesis of silver nanoparticles usingAchyranthes japonica root and its in vitro antimicrobial, antioxidant, and mushroom tyrosinaseinhibitions. Particulate Science and Technology, 42(1), 107-119. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/02726351.2023.2205349. IF: 2.3

2. Jayaprakash J. Krishnan R, John Milton D & Swaminathan C (2023). Characterization and purification of streptolysin O toxin by ammonium sulphate fractionation method. International Journal of Current Innovation Research, 9 (5), 1-4.

3. John Milton D, Krishnan R, Swaminathan C & Jayaprakash J (2023). In vitro effect of herbicide glyphosate on the activities of rhizobium isolated from groundnut field. International Journal of Current Innovation Research, 9 (5), 8-12.

4. Parimal Celia M, Anandhi K, Manikandan R & Rajakumar R(2022) Evaluation of antibacterial activity of Cleome gynandra and Cassia alata against bacterial pathogens and characterization of phytochemicals using GC-MS analysis. Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology, 43 (19), 71-76.DOI: https://doi.org/10.56557/upjoz/2022/v43i193187.

5. Parimal Celia M, Ferdinand PE, Manikandan R &Rajakumar R (2022). Antibacterial potential of plant parts of Ficus racemosa against human pathogens and GC-MS analysis. Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology,43 (20), 1-8.DOI: https://doi.org/10.56557/upjoz/2022/v43i203189.

6. Megala S, Sumitha D, Sheel Tet al. (2023). Antibacterial , antioxidant and FT-IR analysis in Withania somnifera. Journal of Xidian University, 17 (2), 500-514.DOI: https://doi.org/10.37896/jxu17.2/037

7. Megala S, Sumitha D, Sheela T et al. (2023). Antibacterial activity of Cardospermum helicacabum. International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts, 11 (2), 508-517.

8. Swaminathan C, Jayaprakash J, John Milton D, Krishnan R et al. (2023).Phytochemical analysis and antimicrobial activity of leaf extracts of Eclipta alba L. International Journal of Current Innovation Research, 9 (5), 5-7.

9. Sheela T, Pravina Mary S & Arunkumar MM (2023). Morphological and SEM (EDX) studies of finger millet (Eleusine Coracana (L.) Gaertn.) under different concentrations of sugar mill effluent. International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts, 11 (2), 313-319.

1. Jayaprakash J, Gadgeppa BO, Hemalatha P, Mani G et al. (2023). Phytogenic synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Achyranthes japonica root and its in vitro antimicrobial, antioxidant, and mushroom tyrosinase inhibitions. Particulate Science and Technology, 42(1),107–119. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/02726351.2023.2205349. IF: 2.3

2. Jayaprakash J, Ganesh M, Rajarajan M, Selvaraja E, Hemalatha P et al. (2024). Green fabrication of silver nanoparticles and it’s in vitro anti-bacterial, anti-biofilm, free radical scavenging and mushroom tyrosinase efficacy evaluation. Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 162. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2024.112199. IF:4.4

3. Jayabalan Jayaprakash M. Sathish, V. Sathana, David Amalraj S. et al. (2024). Sustainable industrial wastewater treatment and antibacterial activity using environmental friendly ferrite nanoparticles. Asian Journal of Chemistry, 36 (2), 377-383.

4. Parimala Celia M & Mohana D (2024). Antibiotic resistance profile of Escherichia coli isolated from raw milk and raw milk cheese. International Journal of Applied Research, 10 (4), 288-293.

5. John Milton D, Jayaprakash J & Everest Helen Rani P (2024). Molecular profiling of isolated bioluminescence strain and its optimization studies. Journal of Chemical Health Risks, 14 (2), 3302-3307.

6. John Milton D, Jayaprakash J, Krishnan R& Swaminathan C (2024). Effect of fungicide on the plant growth promoting traits of rhizobium, isolated from groundnut field. International Journal of Recent Scientific Research, 15 (3), 4609-4612.

7. Swaminathan C, Jayaprakash J, John Milton D, Krishnan R et al. (2024). Biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles from Mukia maderaspatana leaf extract and evaluation of their antimicrobial activity. International Journal of Current Multidisciplinary Studies, 9 (4), 6-9.

8. Jayaprakash J, John Milton D, Krishnan R & Swaminathan C (2024). Purification and standardization of immunoglobulin from bovine colostrums. International Journal of Current Multidisciplinary Studies, 9 (4), 1-5.

9. Krishnan R, Jayaprakash J, John Milton D, Swaminathan C et al. (2024). Evaluation of chemical induced carotenogenesis in Tetradesmus sp. NTAI04. International Journal of Current Multidisciplinary Studies, 9 (4), 10-15.

1. Jayaprakash J, Sivagurunathan P, Baranidharan P, Jang HT, Ganesh M et al., (2025). Phytogenic zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) using Solanum xanthocarpum fruit extract: Its evaluation of photocatalytic activity, molecular docking and biomedical applications. Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 173. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2024.113792. IF: 4.4

2. Jayaprakash J, Baranidharan P, Ganesh M et al. (2025). Systematic antimicrobial, biofilm, free radical inhibition and tyrosinase inhibition assessments of efficient green silver nanoparticles from the aqueous root extract of Cyphostemma adenocaule (CA).RSC Pharmaceutics, 2, 147-162. DOI: 10.1039/D4PM00173G.

3. Jayaprakash J, Kamalakkannan K, Manjusha B, Hemalatha P, Ganesh M et al. (2025). Versatile silver nanoparticle using Tradescantia spathacea leaf extract: Synthesis, physiochemical, in vitro biological activity and photocatalytic evaluations.Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 171. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2024.113537. IF: 4.4

4. Parimala Celia M & Akash S (2024). Studies on antibacterial activity, antioxidant activity and GC/MS analysis of Nigella sativa seeds. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, 15 (9), 2727-2733. DOI: 10.13040/IJPSR.0975-8232.15(9).2727-2733.

5. John Milton D, Deborah AR, Saranraj P et al. (2025). Assessment of potability of drinking water during rainy season in Tirupattur district, Tamil Nadu, India.Indian Journal of Applied and Pure Biology, 40 (1), 364-375.

6. Sumitha D, Aboorva D, Megala S et al. (2024). Human gut microbiota as a potential source to treat obesity. IP International Journal of Medical Microbiology and Tropical Diseases, 10 (2), 95-100. DOI: https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijmmtd.2024.018.

7. Megala S, Shagirtha K et al. (2025). In vitro anti-inflammatory, anticancer and antimicrobial activity of Annona reticulata peel and pulp extracts – a comparative study. Pakistan Journal of Botany, 3 (26), 1-8.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.30848/PJB2025-3(26)

Syllabus

Programme	Year
B.Sc Microbiology	2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 .
M.Sc Applied Microbiology	2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 .

Faculty

Sl.NO	EMP. NO	NAME	QUALIFICATION	DESIGNATION
1.	12EM017	Dr. J. JayaPrakash	M.Sc., DMLT., Ph.D., NET,	HoD & Assistant Professor
2.	14EM003	Dr. M. Parimala Celia	M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., SET,	Assistant Professor
3.	14EM015	Dr. D. John Milton	M.Sc., Ph.D., NET,	Assistant Professor
4.	15EM003	Dr. D. Sumitha	M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., NET,	Assistant Professor
5.	15EM004	Dr. S. Megala	M.Sc., Ph.D.,	Assistant Professor
6.	15EM005	Dr. R. Krishnan	M.Sc., M.Phil., M.Tech., PGDBI, Ph.D.,	Assistant Professor
7.	17EM006	Dr. C. Swaminathan	M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., NET	Assistant Professor
8.	21EM005	Dr. T. Sheela	M.Sc., Ph.D.,	Assistant Professor
9.	23GL004	Dr. D. Dharmadevi	M.Sc.,B.Ed., M.Phil., Ph.D.,	Assistant Professor
10.	24GL012	Mrs. S. Suganya	M.Sc., M.Phil.,	Assistant Professor

Activities

Activities :

Annual Report 2019 - 2020

Annual Report 2020 - 2021

Annual Report 2021 - 2022

Annual Report 2022 - 2023

Annual Report 2023 - 2024

Annual Report 2024 - 2025

Members of the Board of Studies

S.No	Position	Name and Official Address	Contact Number
1	Chairman	Dr. J. Jayaprakash, Assistant Professor& Head Department of Microbiology, St. Joseph’s College of Arts &Science (Autonomous), Cuddalore – 607 001. Email: jayaprakash@sjctnc.edu.in	9629392428
2	University Nominee	Dr. G. Senthilkumar, Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology, A.V.V.M. Sri Pushpam College (Autonomous), Poondi, Thanjavur – 613 503. Email: gsenthil6777@gmail.com	9443756580
3	Subject Expert	Dr. P. Sivagurunathan, Assistant Professor of Microbiology, Division of Microbiology, Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar, Chidambaram – 607 002. Email: sivaguru1981@gmail.com	9940769774
4	Representative from the Industry	Dr. A.Balamurugan, Group Leader – Microbiology Laboratory, Solara Active Pharma Sciences, Cuddalore – 607 005 Email: balapush08@gmail.com	7373735219
5	Alumni Representative	Mr. S.Jayaprakash, Assistant Manager, E.I.D.Parry India Ltd., Nellikuppam, Cuddalore –607 105 Email: seshanjprakash@gmail.com	9790123401