GUEST LECTURER at Geology, UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS, India
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Professional Profiles:
Education:
The user has achieved significant academic milestones in the field of geology and environmental geochemistry. Their educational journey includes a Ph.D. in Geology with a specialization in Environmental Geochemistry, which they obtained in 2021 from the University of Madras. Their outstanding performance during their Ph.D. earned them a highly commended status, reflecting their exceptional dedication and scholarly achievements. Prior to their doctoral studies, the user completed an M.Phil. in Geology with a focus on Environmental Geology in 2016, where they excelled with a remarkable 81.08%, earning them a First Class with Distinction, also from the University of Madras. This demonstrates their consistent commitment to academic excellence and their expertise in their chosen field. Their academic journey began with an M.Sc. in Geology in 2015, where they obtained a First Class with a grade of 74.74%, further showcasing their strong foundation in geology. They earned their undergraduate degree, a B.Sc. in Geology, from Presidency College (Autonomous) in 2013, achieving a Second Class with a grade of 55.8%. In their earlier years of education, the user demonstrated a strong academic foundation by achieving a 12th grade score of 51.25% in the State Board examinations, where they studied Tamil, English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Similarly, in their 10th grade, they obtained a score of 49.4% in the State Board examinations, where they studied Tamil, English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science. Throughout their academic journey, the user has shown consistent dedication to their studies, building a strong foundation in geology and environmental geochemistry. Their achievements reflect their commitment to academic excellence and their passion for their field of study. 📚🎓
Area of Interest:
Dr. Pradhap Dhanasekaran’s area of interest spans across various domains within the field of geology and environmental science. His expertise and research focus include Geomorphology, Geochemistry, Environmental Geochemistry, Sedimentology & Sedimentary Petrology, Remote Sensing, Geographical Information System (GIS), and Environmental Geology. This broad range of interests reflects a comprehensive approach to studying geological processes, environmental interactions, and the application of advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and GIS in the field. Dr. Dhanasekaran’s diverse interests and expertise position him as a versatile professional with a deep understanding of geological and environmental sciences.
Teaching Experience:
Dr. Pradhap Dhanasekaran is currently working as a Guest Lecturer in Geology at the University of Madras, Chennai, starting from January 8, 2022. In this role, he is involved in teaching and mentoring postgraduate students in the field of Geology. Dr. Dhanasekaran’s position as a Guest Lecturer underscores his dedication to education and his commitment to sharing his knowledge and expertise with the academic community.
Award and Prize:
Dr. Pradhap Dhanasekaran served as a Project Assistant at the University of Madras Research from 2017 to 2018, where he played a role in various research projects at the university. In addition to his professional endeavors, he holds a Typewriting certification (Second Class – Junior Grade) from the Department of Technical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, showcasing his proficiency in this technical skill. Furthermore, Dr. Dhanasekaran completed 240 hours of service through the National Service Scheme at Presidency College (University of Madras) in 2013, demonstrating his commitment to community service and extracurricular activities during his academic years.
Geological Field Visit:
Dr. Pradhap Dhanasekaran has extensive experience in fieldwork and geological exploration. He has visited several significant geological sites, including Bauxite mines in Kollimalai Hills and Shevaroys Hills in Salem, Neyveli Lignite mines, the Thiruvakkarai wood fossil site, and locations with crystalline limestone. Furthermore, Dr. Dhanasekaran has visited the mineralization shear zone in Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri, and has conducted fieldwork in and around Salem and Namakkal. His fieldwork also extends to the study of Some Proterozoic Rocks of the Cuddapah Basin in Andhra Pradesh, where he has undertaken sedimentary petrology and stratigraphic investigations. This extensive field experience demonstrates his practical knowledge and hands-on approach to geological research and exploration.
Publications:
Distribution of plastic litter in beach sediments of Silver beach, Cuddalore, during Nivar Cyclone – A first report
Baseline distributions and sources of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in reef-associated sediments of Vembar group of Islands, Gulf of Mannar, India
Trace element concentrations and their potential ecological risk in the reef sediments of coral islands, Vembar group of islands, Gulf of Mannar, India
Metal concentration and its ecological risk assessment in the beach sediments of Coromandel Coast, Southern India
Bioavailable trace metals and their ecological risks in the tourist beaches of the Southeast coast of India
A baseline study on elemental concentration and potential ecological risk status of the surface sediments of Ashtamudi Lake, south west coast of India
A baseline study on trace element based sediment pollution and potential ecological risk of reef sediments of Musal, Manoli and Manoli putti Islands, Gulf of Mannar, India
Elemental concentration based potential ecological risk (PER) status of the surface sediments, Pulicat lagoon, Southeast coast of India