Dr. Sethu Mathialagan
Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SIMATS Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai
IMPARC ID: IMP-MM-BIOT-CHE-IND-2025-2154
Profile Summary
Dr. Sethu Mathialagan is a Ph.D.-qualified Associate Professor with over ten years of research experience in nanomaterials and more than five years of teaching experience in biotechnology and bioprocess engineering. He is currently serving as Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology at SIMATS Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai. His academic and research expertise spans nanocatalysts, lithium-ion battery anode materials, environmental remediation, electrochemical analysis, and nanobiotechnology. He has supervised undergraduate and postgraduate student research, contributed to curriculum development, served on research committees, and delivered invited lectures at national and international forums. Dr. Mathialagan has authored multiple peer-reviewed journal publications, holds a registered design patent, and actively pursues research in clean energy and environmental nanotechnology.
Subject Matter Expertise
STEM →
– Materials Science
– Nanomaterials
– Chemical Engineering
– Electrochemical Engineering
– Environmental Science
– Environmental Remediation
– Biotechnology
– Nanobiotechnology
– Energy Systems
– Energy Storage
– Materials Science
– Nanomaterials
– Chemical Engineering
– Electrochemical Engineering
– Environmental Science
– Environmental Remediation
– Biotechnology
– Nanobiotechnology
– Energy Systems
– Energy Storage
Mentorship Offered
Research →
• Scientific and Technical Research
• Feasibility Study
Product Development →
• Prototyping
• Product Evaluation
Consulting →
• Scientific and Technical Consulting
Writing →
• Technical Writing
• Scientific and Technical Research
• Feasibility Study
Product Development →
• Prototyping
• Product Evaluation
Consulting →
• Scientific and Technical Consulting
Writing →
• Technical Writing
Work Experience Summary
Dr. Sethu Mathialagan has built a strong academic and research career combining advanced nanomaterials research with biotechnology education. His professional journey includes faculty roles in engineering institutions and a Senior Research Fellowship supported by CSIR, where he conducted high-level experimental research on nanomaterials for energy storage and wastewater treatment applications.
Institution Name: SIMATS Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences
Job Title: Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology
Duration: January 2025 – Present
Description: Teaching and mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students; supervising research projects; serving on curriculum and research committees; delivering guest lectures and providing consultative expertise.
Institution Name: Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women
Job Title: Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology
Duration: August 2020 – January 2024
Description: Teaching biotechnology and bioprocess engineering subjects; mentoring students; coordinating academic activities; guiding research and publications.
Institution Name: Alagappa College of Technology, Anna University
Job Title: Senior Research Fellow (CSIR – Direct)
Duration: April 2013 – March 2017
Description: Advanced research on synthesis, characterization, and application of nanomaterials for lithium-ion batteries, nanoelectronics, and photocatalytic wastewater treatment.
Job Title: Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology
Duration: January 2025 – Present
Description: Teaching and mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students; supervising research projects; serving on curriculum and research committees; delivering guest lectures and providing consultative expertise.
Institution Name: Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women
Job Title: Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology
Duration: August 2020 – January 2024
Description: Teaching biotechnology and bioprocess engineering subjects; mentoring students; coordinating academic activities; guiding research and publications.
Institution Name: Alagappa College of Technology, Anna University
Job Title: Senior Research Fellow (CSIR – Direct)
Duration: April 2013 – March 2017
Description: Advanced research on synthesis, characterization, and application of nanomaterials for lithium-ion batteries, nanoelectronics, and photocatalytic wastewater treatment.
Educational Summary
Dr. Mathialagan has received multidisciplinary academic training in biotechnology, environmental science, and nanotechnology, culminating in a doctoral degree focused on nanocatalysts and energy storage materials.
Institution Name: Alagappa College of Technology, Anna University, Chennai
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field / Description: Technology (Nanocatalysts, Dye Removal, Li-ion Battery Anode Materials)
Duration: Completed in 2021
Institution Name: Alagappa College of Technology, Anna University, Chennai
Degree Title: M.Tech.
Field / Description: Environmental Science and Technology
Duration: Completed in 2011
Institution Name: Kamaraj College of Engineering and Technology
Degree Title: B.Tech.
Field / Description: Biotechnology
Duration: Completed in 2009
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field / Description: Technology (Nanocatalysts, Dye Removal, Li-ion Battery Anode Materials)
Duration: Completed in 2021
Institution Name: Alagappa College of Technology, Anna University, Chennai
Degree Title: M.Tech.
Field / Description: Environmental Science and Technology
Duration: Completed in 2011
Institution Name: Kamaraj College of Engineering and Technology
Degree Title: B.Tech.
Field / Description: Biotechnology
Duration: Completed in 2009
Certifications & Patents
Dr. Mathialagan has completed certified programs related to bioelectrochemistry, sustainability audits, and innovation leadership.
PATENT:
Design No.: 361837-002
Date: 04/04/2022
Title: Cleaning Machine
Inventors: Dr. A. Muthukumara Pandian, Dr. M. Sethu, Dr. M. S. Manoj Kumar, Dr. P. Kannan
Certifications
Title: Bioelectrochemistry
Issued By: NPTEL
Issue Date: Not specified
Title: Lead Auditor Course on Green, Energy, Environment and Waste Management Audits
Issued By: Natural Science Foundation
Issue Date: Not specified
Title: Innovation Ambassador Training (Foundation & Advanced Levels)
Issued By: MoE’s Innovation Cell & AICTE
Issue Date: Not specified
Design No.: 361837-002
Date: 04/04/2022
Title: Cleaning Machine
Inventors: Dr. A. Muthukumara Pandian, Dr. M. Sethu, Dr. M. S. Manoj Kumar, Dr. P. Kannan
Certifications
Title: Bioelectrochemistry
Issued By: NPTEL
Issue Date: Not specified
Title: Lead Auditor Course on Green, Energy, Environment and Waste Management Audits
Issued By: Natural Science Foundation
Issue Date: Not specified
Title: Innovation Ambassador Training (Foundation & Advanced Levels)
Issued By: MoE’s Innovation Cell & AICTE
Issue Date: Not specified
Publication Summary
Dr. Siddiqui has authored numerous peer-reviewed research papers focusing on organizational culture, AI in education, employee stress, empowerment, CSR, and digital transformation. Her work is published across reputed national and international journals.
1. M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Mo2C–MoS2 embedded reduced graphene oxide nanohybrid: Epitaxial growth of Mo2C to augment the lithium storage properties of MoS2
Journal: CARBON
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbon.2019.11.050
2. M. Sethu, M. Vijay and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Synthesis and Characterization of GO–ZnO Nanocomposite Material Exhibiting Photocatalytic Degradation of Dye Waste Water
Journal: Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research
3. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Studies on the toxicokinetic of Ni(II) on Artemia franciscana
Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment
4. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Effect of Artemia franciscana on the removal of nickel by bioaccumulation
Journal: Biocontrol Science
5. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Studies on the effect of Artemia franciscana on the uptake of Zn(II) and Cu(II)
Journal: Journal of Water Chemistry and Technology
6. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Studies on the effect of Artemia franciscana on the removal of chromium by bioaccumulation
Journal: Indian Journal of Geo-Marine Sciences
7. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Studies on the effect of Artemia franciscana on the removal of Cr(III) by bioaccumulation
Journal: Pollution Research
8. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Effect of Artemia on reduction of BOD level in distillery effluent – A short communication
Journal: Research and Review Journal of Ecology
INTERNATIONAL / NATIONAL CONFERENCE / FDP
1. Delivered an Invited Lecture
Event: 8th International Conference on Recent Innovation in Modern Science and Technology (ICRIMST-2025)
Venue: SSN College of Engineering, Chennai
Date: 11 July 2025
2. Served as Chair Person
Session: “Nanobiotechnology and Biomaterials”
Conference: National Conference on Retrospect of Biological Sciences
Organized By: Department of Biotechnology, College of Science and Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram, Chennai
3. Participated in Five-Day Faculty Development Program (FDP)
Title: “Green and Secure Communication”
Organized By: Department of E&TC, Sinhgad Institute of Technology, Lonavala, India
Technical Sponsorship: IEEE Bombay Section
Venue: IEEE Student Branch, SIT, Lonavala
Title: Mo2C–MoS2 embedded reduced graphene oxide nanohybrid: Epitaxial growth of Mo2C to augment the lithium storage properties of MoS2
Journal: CARBON
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbon.2019.11.050
2. M. Sethu, M. Vijay and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Synthesis and Characterization of GO–ZnO Nanocomposite Material Exhibiting Photocatalytic Degradation of Dye Waste Water
Journal: Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research
3. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Studies on the toxicokinetic of Ni(II) on Artemia franciscana
Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment
4. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Effect of Artemia franciscana on the removal of nickel by bioaccumulation
Journal: Biocontrol Science
5. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Studies on the effect of Artemia franciscana on the uptake of Zn(II) and Cu(II)
Journal: Journal of Water Chemistry and Technology
6. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Studies on the effect of Artemia franciscana on the removal of chromium by bioaccumulation
Journal: Indian Journal of Geo-Marine Sciences
7. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Studies on the effect of Artemia franciscana on the removal of Cr(III) by bioaccumulation
Journal: Pollution Research
8. R. Sujatha Devi, M. Sethu and Dr. P. Gomathi Priya*
Title: Effect of Artemia on reduction of BOD level in distillery effluent – A short communication
Journal: Research and Review Journal of Ecology
INTERNATIONAL / NATIONAL CONFERENCE / FDP
1. Delivered an Invited Lecture
Event: 8th International Conference on Recent Innovation in Modern Science and Technology (ICRIMST-2025)
Venue: SSN College of Engineering, Chennai
Date: 11 July 2025
2. Served as Chair Person
Session: “Nanobiotechnology and Biomaterials”
Conference: National Conference on Retrospect of Biological Sciences
Organized By: Department of Biotechnology, College of Science and Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram, Chennai
3. Participated in Five-Day Faculty Development Program (FDP)
Title: “Green and Secure Communication”
Organized By: Department of E&TC, Sinhgad Institute of Technology, Lonavala, India
Technical Sponsorship: IEEE Bombay Section
Venue: IEEE Student Branch, SIT, Lonavala