Research & Projects

Reviewer of Research Paper

Dr.Ch.Snehalatha, has received reviewer certificate of excellence in reviewing Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International Article.

Dr.Ch.Snehalatha, received Reviewer Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing International Journal of Biochemistry Research and Review article.

Projects

Activation of Persulfate by Activated Charcoal for Degradation of Phenolic Compounds Mrs. U S V R Hymavathi,   Mrs Archana Juyal and Dr.Sudha Swaraga.M

Determination of calcium in various cement using PermanganometryMrs Hemalatha and Dr. Snehalatha

Awards Received

Mrs. U S V R Hymavathi, has been honoured with the Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Shiksha Ratna Award 2025. This recognition acknowledges her significant contributions to nurturing young minds and empowering students through her work.

Dr.Ch.Snehalatha, has been honoured by Lion International District 320A with Shikshak Vandanam Best Teacher Award 2025 on occasion of Teachers Day salutation to teachers 2025-26.

Book Chapters Published

Dr.Ch.Snehalatha, has published a book chapter titled *"A Review on Nanoencapsulation of Essential Oils and Plants Extracts for Therapeutic Use in the book *Biochemistry Unlocked: Foundations and Frontiers of Molecular Innovations"*, published by Bhumi Publishing in the month of September 2025

Dr. Sudha Swaraga M, has published a book chapter titled *"A Review on Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles and Their Applications" in the book *"Innovations in Biomedicine: A Multidisciplinary Perspective", published by Bhumi Publishing in August 2025.

Mrs Archana Juyal and Mrs. U S V R Hymavathi, Faculty, Department of Chemistry has published a book chapter entitled, “An Insight into The Drug Design” in the book “Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Volume II (ISBN: 978-81-979987-4-4)”published by Bhumi Publishing. House in the month of October, 2024.

Mrs. Archana Juyal, Faculty, Department of Chemistry published a book chapter titled "Pharmaceutical Alchemy: Transformation of Molecules Into Medicines" .in the book “Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Volume II (ISBN: 978-81-979987-4-4)”published by Bhumi Publishing house in the month of October, 2024.

Dr. Ch. Snehalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry published a book chapter titled "Medicinal Plants And Traditional Healing Practices by Various Tribes In India" in book "Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Volume II" with ISBN 978-81-979987-4-4.”published by Bhumi Publishing House in the month of October, 2024.

Mrs.Alwala Hemalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry published a book chapter titled “Bioplastics: Unwrapping The Future of Sustainability” in the book “Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, Volume III” (ISBN: 978-81-979987-6-8) published by Bhumi Publishing in the month of November 2024.

Dr. Ch. Snehalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry published a book chapter titled “Phytochemical Composition and Bioactive Properties of Medicinal Plants: A Study on Karanja,Sweet Acacia, Eucalyptus, Punarnava, And Erandda” in the book “Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, Volume III” (ISBN: 978-81-979987-6-8) published by Bhumi publishing house in the month of November 2024.

Dr.Sudha swaraga.M, Faculty, Department of Chemistry. published a book chapter titled “Antimicrobial Resistance to Ciprofloxacillin: Mechanisms, Consequences and interventions for Sustainable use” in the book Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Volume IV with ISBN Number (ISBN:978-93-95847-77-3)”published by Bhumi publishing house in the month of December,2024

Research Paper Presentations

Dr. Sudha Swaraga M., Assistant Professor, presented a paper titled *“Integrated Water Quality Assessment of Local Lakes in Telangana for Sustainable Aquatic Ecosystem Management”* at the 2-Day International Conference on “Global Sustainability through Life Sciences: Green Energy, Climate Resilience & SDG Integration” held on 17–18 February 2026 at St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women, Hyderabad.

Dr. Ch. Snehalatha, Assistant Professor, presented a paper titled *“Review on Renewable Energy and Bio-Innovations for a Sustainable Future”* at the 2-Day International Conference on _Global Sustainability through Life Sciences: Green Energy, Climate Resilience & SDG Integration_ (Hybrid Mode), held on 17–18 February 2026 at St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women, Nacharam, Hyderabad.

Mrs. U S V R Hymavathi, Faculty, Department of Chemistry, presented a paper entitled “Nanomaterial as a Game-Changers in Biomedical Diagnosis and Drug Delivery” in the 2-Day International Conference on "Global Sustainability through Life Sciences: Green Energy, Climate Resilience & SDG Integration" (Hybride Mode), In Collaboration with Dallas Baptist University Dallas, Texas, United States and Progressive Biochar Society Hyderabad, Telangana on 17-18 February 2026 at St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women (Autonomous), Nacharam, Hyderabad.

Mrs. U S V R Hymavathi, Faculty, Department of Chemistry, presented a paper entitled “Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Green Chemistry for Sustainable Chemical Process” in the 2-Day International Conference on "Global Sustainability through Life Sciences: Green Energy, Climate Resilience & SDG Integration" (Hybride Mode), In Collaboration with Dallas Baptist University Dallas, Texas, United States and Progressive Biochar Society Hyderabad, Telangana on 17-18 February 2026 at St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women (Autonomous), Nacharam, Hyderabad.

Mrs. U S V R Hymavathi, Faculty, Department of Chemistry, presented a paper entitled “Artificial Photosynthesis:Evolution Challenges, and Future Directionsfor Sustainable Solar Production” in the 2-Day International Conference on "Global Sustainability through Life Sciences: Green Energy, Climate Resilience & SDG Integration" (Hybride Mode), In Collaboration with Dallas Baptist University Dallas, Texas, United States and Progressive Biochar Society Hyderabad, Telangana on 17-18 February 2026 at St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women (Autonomous), Nacharam, Hyderabad.

Dr.Sudha swaraga.M presented a paper titled *“Indian Knowledge System as a framework for Sustainable Food System”* at the Two-Day Virtual National Seminar _“Revisiting Indian Knowledge Systems: Pathways to a Sustainable Future”_ organized by IQAC and IKS Cell of St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women and St. Ann’s College for Women, in association with Brhat Education Trust, Hyderabad, on 5th & 6th January 2026.

Dr. Sudha Swaraga M, Mrs Hymavathy and Dr.Ch.Snehalatha participated and presented a paper titled "Activation of Persulfate by Activated Charcoal for Degradation of Phenolic Compounds" at the International Conference on Green Chemistry and Nanotechnology: Health, Environment & Beyond - GreenNano2025. The conference was organized by the Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science, R.B.V.R.R. Women's College, Narayanguda, Hyderabad, Telangana, in association with the Institute of Innovations, Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadu, on July 24-25, 2025.

Mrs USVR Hymavathi participated and presented a paper titled "A Review Of Nano-Enabled Agriculture: Emerging Technologies For Efficiency, Sustainability, And Safety" at the International Conference on Green Chemistry and Nanotechnology: Health, Environment & Beyond - GreenNano2025. The conference was organized by the Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science, R.B.V.R.R. Women's College, Narayanguda, Hyderabad, Telangana, in association with the Institute of Innovations, Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadu, on July 24-25, 2025.

Dr.Snehalatha presented a paper titled “ EXPLORING THE PHYTOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL OF KARANJA, SWEET ACACIA,eUCALYPTAS,PUNARNAVA AND ERANDDA COMPARATIVE STUDIES “a National conference on Biological Sciences Today : Emerging Discoveries and applications held on 24th -25th july 2025, islamia womens arts and science college,Vaniyambadi

A Certificate of Appreciation was awarded to Dr. M Sudha Swaraga for her valuable contribution as a Session Chair in the International Conference on Green Chemistry and Nanotechnology: Health, Environment & Beyond - GreenNano2025 on 24 & 25 July 2025, Organized by Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science, R.B.V.R.R Women's College, Narayanguda, Hyderabad, Telangana in association with Institute of Innovations, Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadu

Dr. Sudha Swaraga, Faculty, Department of Chemistry presented a research paper titled "Environmental Impact and Degradation Methods of Azo Dyes: A Critical Review" at the International Conference on "Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development" held on February 6-7, 2025, organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and the Department of Physical Sciences, St. Pious X Degree and PG College for Women.

Mrs Hymavathi, Faculty, Department of Chemistry presented a research paper titled "Knowledge of Medicinal Plants in Sustainable Development" at the International Conference on "Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development" held on February 6-7, 2025, organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and the Department of Physical Sciences, St. Pious X Degree and PG College for Women.

Mrs Archana Juyal, Faculty, Department of Chemistry presented a research paper titled "Embracing Sustainable Technologies within the Medicinal Field-An Emerging Challenge" at the International Conference on "Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development" held on February 6-7, 2025, organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and the Department of Physical Sciences, St. Pious X Degree and PG College for Women.

Chairperson

Dr. Sudha Swaraga, Dr C.H..Snehalatha Department of Chemistry, served as ChairPerson for the Oral Presentations at the 2-Day International Conference on Global Sustainability through Life Sciences: Green Energy, Climate Resilience & SDG Integration”* organized by the Department of Life Sciences, St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women (Autonomous), Hyderabad, held on 17-18 February 2026 in collaboration with Dallas Baptist University and the Progressive Biochar Society.

Student Details

Paper Presentations

M.Sravyanjali presented a paper titled *“Indian Knowledge System as a framework for Sustainable Food System”* at the Two-Day Virtual National Seminar _“Revisiting Indian Knowledge Systems: Pathways to a Sustainable Future”_ organized by IQAC and IKS Cell of St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women and St. Ann’s College for Women, in association with Brhat Education Trust, Hyderabad, on 5th & 6th January 2026.

B.Shruthi ,Student from M.Sc Chemistry presented a paper titled *“Review on Renewable Energy and Bio-Innovations for a Sustainable Future”* at the 2-Day International Conference on _Global Sustainability through Life Sciences: Green Energy, Climate Resilience & SDG Integration_ (Hybrid Mode), held on 17–18 February 2026 at St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women, Nacharam, Hyderabad.

N.Uma , Student from M.Sc chemistry presented a paper titled *“Review on Renewable Energy and Bio-Innovations for a Sustainable Future”* at the 2-Day International Conference on _Global Sustainability through Life Sciences: Green Energy, Climate Resilience & SDG Integration_ (Hybrid Mode), held on 17–18 February 2026 at St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women, Nacharam, Hyderabad.

Sai Sree.B Student of M.Sc Chemistry published a book chapter titled "A Review on Nanoencapsulation of Essential Oils and Plants Extracts for Therapeutic Use in the book Biochemistry Unlocked: Foundations and Frontiers of Molecular Innovations", published by Bhumi Publishing in the month of September 2025.

Kalakuntla Vani Student of M.Sc Chemistry published a book chapter titled *"A Review on Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles and Their Applications" in the book "Innovations in Biomedicine: A Multidisciplinary Perspective", published by Bhumi Publishing in August 2025.

Ms Simi Issac Student of III B.Sc MZC participated and presented a paper titled "a Review of Nano-Enabled Agriculture: Emerging Technologies For Efficiency, Sustainability And Safety" at the International Conference on Green Chemistry and Nanotechnology: Health, Environment & Beyond - GreenNano2025. The conference was organized by the Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science, R.B.V.R.R. Women's College, Narayanguda, Hyderabad, Telangana, in association with the Institute of Innovations, Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadu, on July 24-25, 2025.

Ms Nukala Naga Pavani Sai Srinidhi, student of III BtBC from the Chemistry department presented a research paper titled "Environmental Impact and Degradation Methods of Azo Dyes: A Critical Review" at the International Conference on "Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development" held on February 6-7, 2025, organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and the Department of Physical Sciences, St. Pious X Degree and PG College for Women.

Ashwini Gandgule and Kardham Deepika students of II BtMC from the Chemistry department presented a research paper titled "Embracing Sustainable Technologies within the Medicinal Field-An Emerging Challenge" at the International Conference on "Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development" held on February 6-7, 2025, organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and the Department of Physical Sciences, St. Pious X Degree and PG College for Women.

Book chapters

K. Aneequa Fathima, Advika Rachiraju, and Satya Keerthi Kulkarni of II BTMC from the Chemistry department published a book chapter titled "An Insight into the Drug Design" in the book“Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Volume II (ISBN: 978-81-979987-4-4)”published by Bhumi Publishing.House in October, 2024.

Kunchala Pranavi, Ashwini Gandhgule and Kardam Deepika of II BTMC from the Chemistry department published a book chapter titled "Pharmaceutical Alchemy: Transformation of Molecules into Medicines" .in the book“Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, Volume II (ISBN: 978-81-979987-4-4)”published by Bhumi Publishing house in the October, 2024.

Nupur Khanduri, student of III BcMC from the Chemistry department, published a book chapter titled "Medicinal Plants and Traditional Healing Practices by Various Tribes in India"in book "Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Volume II" with ISBN 978-81-979987-4-4.”published by Bhumi Publishing House in October, 2024

Kardam Deepika and Ashwini Gandhgule, Student of II BtMC from the Chemistry department published a book chapter titled “Bioplastics: Unwrapping The Future of Sustainability” in the book “Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, Volume III” (ISBN: 978-81-979987-6-8) published by Bhumi Publishing in November 2024.

Kavya Lakshmi and I.Thanuja student of III MZC from the Chemistry department published a book chapter entitled “Phytochemical Composition and Bioactive Properties of Medicinal Plants: A Study on Karanja, Sweet Acacia, Eucalyptus, Punarnava, And Erandda” in the book “Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, Volume III” (ISBN: 978-81-979987-6-8) published by Bhumi publishing house in November 2024.

Maryam Begum, Saba Nausheen student of III BtBC & III BtMC from the Chemistry department published a book chapter titled “Antimicrobial Resistance to Ciprofloxacillin: Mechanisms, Consequences and interventions for Sustainable use” in the book Contemporary Trends in Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Volume IV with ISBN Number (ISBN:978-93-95847-77-3) ”published by Bhumi publishing house in the December,2024

Workshops Attended

Eight students of I.M.Sc Organic Chemistry participated in a Two-Day Workshop on Mastering LCMS & HPLC Techniques & Applications. The workshop was held on 4th &5th July , 2025 and was organized by YMC School of Chromatography in association with St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women at YMC School of Chromatography.

Events

MoU Signed

• Department of chemistry signed MoU With YMC School of chromatography

  Orientation On Plastic Waste Management

• The IQAC, Department of Chemistry and Avani (ISR Wing) of St. Pious X organized an orientation on plastic waste management in collaboration with Bottles for Change, an initiative of Bisleri International Pvt Ltd. The event, held on 27 th June , 2025 targeted II UG Life Sciences and BBA students with Mr. S. Balasaidababu as the resource person.

  Workshops Conducted

• The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry successfully organized a two-day workshop on Mastering LCMS & HPLC Techniques and Applications in collaboration with YMC School of Chromatography on 4th& 5th July, 2025

• The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry organized a Two-Day Workshop 4th & 5th July 2025 on Mastering LCMS & HPLC Techniques and Applications in association with YMC School of Chromatography, Jeedimetla, as part of an MoU. A total of 30 students from PG & UG levels along with 4 faculty members attended the workshop.

  Career Guidance for UG Life Sciences

• The Department of Chemistry organized a Career Guidance event for III UG Life Sciences students on 29thAugust, 2025. Dr. Sambashiva D, Founder & Managing Director of Abhignya Biotech Pvt. Ltd., shared valuable insights on potential career paths and opportunities in Life Sciences

  Industrial Visits and Field Trips

• The field trip was undertaken to attend the curtain raiser event of the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2025, themed *"Vigyan Se Samruddhi"* for Atmanirbhar Bharat ..80 Students and 2 faculty participated in the program held at the Sawarni Vivekananda Auditorium,IICT.

• An educational visit to IIT Hyderabad was organized on 17th December, 2025 to expose students to higher education and research opportunities in Chemistry and Life Sciences. Students interacted with faculty and researchers, visited advanced laboratories, and gained insights into interdisciplinary research and academic life at a premier institute. The visit was informative and motivating, encouraging students to aspire for higher studies and research-oriented careers..

• The Chemistry Department organized an industry visit to Mac Laboratories on July 12, 2024. This visit aimed to provide students with valuable hands-on experience and orientation to internship opportunities.

• One Week, One Theme: Energy and Energy Devices" Program

• Eighteen students from I and II M.Sc Chemistry participated in the inaugural day of the "One Week, One Theme: Energy and Energy Devices" program organized by CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology on June 25, 2024. Students gained insights into renewable and non-renewable energy sources and also Explored various labs, enhancing their practical knowledge.

  Guest Lectures Organised

• The Department of Chemistry organised a Guest lecture on Optical Rotatory Dispersion. on 25 November, 2025. Resource person was Prof. B. Anupama.RBVRR College. 40 II PG Life Sciences students attended.

• The Department of Chemistry organized a Career Guidance event for III UG Life Sciences students on August 29, 2025. Dr. Sambashiva D, Founder & Managing Director of Abhignya Biotech Pvt. Ltd., shared valuable insights on potential career paths and opportunities in Life Sciences.

• The Department of Chemistry at St. Pious X College organized an Expert Talk on "Designing a Sustainable Future with Green Chemistry" on 6th August , 2025. Dr. Jeevana Jyothi delivered a comprehensive talk on Green Chemistry principles and applications. 127 students from II & III UG Life Sciences attended, gaining insights into sustainable practices and Green Chemistry's role in promoting them.

• The Chemistry department hosted a guest lecture on July 4, 2024, featuring Prof. A. Hari Padma Sri from Osmania University, who shared her expertise and valuable insights on Nanomaterials and its diverse applications.

• The Department of Chemistry organized a guest lecture on "Contribution of IKS System to Modern Chemistry" on April 7, 2025. Mrs. Preetha Ghosh , Head of Microbiology, delivered an insightful lecture covering IKS principles and applications. The interactive session allowed students and faculty to explore IKS relevance in contemporary chemistry. The event was a success, with 16 Chemistry students attending and engaging in discussions.

  Orientation Seminar on Competitive Exams.

• The Department of Chemistry organized an orientation program on January 30, 2025, in association with TIME Institute. The program aimed to equip final-year degree students with skills and strategies to excel in competitive exams. Experienced trainers from TIME Institute shared their expertise and provided valuable tips. The event witnessed remarkable participation from students.

  Extension Activities Organized

• The plastic waste management drive was organized by Department of chemistry, IQAC and Avani (ISR Wing) of St.Pious X Degree and PG College for women from 5thJuly to 14thAugust , 2025 in collaboration with Bottles for Change. The initiative aimed to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainability with 75 students participating and collecting plastic bottles to earn credits. The drive fostered a sense of community and responsibility, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in promoting the plastic waste management .

  Student Exchange Program

• A two-day student exchange program on analytical techniques was held on February 7-8, 2025, in collaboration with St. Ann's College, Mehdipatnam. The program provided 45 students from both institutions with hands-on experience and exposure to advanced analytical techniques, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

  NPTEL Online Certification

• Five II M.Sc Chemistry students successfully completed the 8-week NPTEL online certification course (August-October 2024) on Food Packaging Technology, conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras.

  Campus Recruitment Training Program

• Eight II M.Sc Chemistry students participated in the five-day Campus Recruitment Training Program on 'Career Readiness' organized by Osmania University's Human and Capital Development Centre (HCDC) as part of the 'Osmania University Rejuvenation of Skills (OURS)' initiative from November 4-8, 2024. Students gained enhanced confidence, effective verbal communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.

  Spoken Tutorials Online Certification

• Sr Sravani, M.Sc Chemistry has completed certificate course on Introduction to Computers offered by Spoken Tutorial ,IIT Bombay

  Awareness Program on Seasonal Communicable Diseases

• The Chemistry Department organized an awareness program on 'Seasonal Communicable Diseases' at St. Mathews High School, Nacharam on September 12, 2024.The program aimed to educate students about causes of seasonal communicable diseases Symptoms and prevention methods and Treatment options

  Skill Development Program

• M.Sravyanjali Student of M.Sc Chemistry has successfully completed Skill Development Programme On Advance E-SDP On Peptide Synthesis Sponsored By Ministry Of Micro,Small &Medium Enterprises ,Govt Of India From03-03-2025 To 07-03-2025 Conducted By the department Of Natural Products and Medicinal Chemistry Held at CSIR-IICT.

  Campus Recruitment Training Program

• Eight II M.Sc Chemistry students participated in the five-day Campus Recruitment Training Program on 'Career Readiness' organized by Osmania University's Human and Capital Development Centre (HCDC) as part of the 'Osmania University Rejuvenation of Skills (OURS)' initiative from November 4-8, 2024. Students gained enhanced confidence, effective verbal communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.

  Halogen Club Activity: Blanket Donation Drive

• As part of the "Halogen Club Activity," the Department of Chemistry organized a blanket donation drive for an old age home. The initiative was supported by faculty members and Halogen club members of I M.Sc. and II M.Sc. Chemistry. 50 blankets were distributed to inmates at Krunaradham Old Age Home on December 16, 2024. The donation was made possible by the collective efforts of faculty members and 8 II M.Sc. Chemistry students.

  Mobile Lab

• The Department of Chemistry organized a 'Mobile Labs' extension activity on January 25, 2025, for 300 high school students at Govt. High School, Bodduapal. The program aimed to promote scientific thinking and interest in exploring science. Faculty members Dr. Sudha and Dr. Ch. Snehalatha demonstrated basic chemistry experiments. Students learned concepts through fun-filled experiments and expressed the program's usefulness. The program successfully promoted scientific temper and innovative ideas.

  Faculty Centric Activities

  FDP Attended

• Dr. Sudha Swaraga.M, an Assistant Professor at St. Pious X Degree and PG College for Women, Hyderabad, attended a One Week Online National level Faculty Development Program on "Digital Chemistry: Integrating ChemDraw, Spectral Analysis, Excel Graphing, and Molecular Docking". The program was organized by the Department of Chemistry & Forensic Science, RBVRR Women's College, Hyderabad, Telangana in collaboration with QSTATIX PVT. LTD, Hyderabad, from 19th November to 24th November 2025.

• Dr.Sudha Swaraga.M ,has attended a 5 Day National Level Online FDP on Outcome Based Education, Binary Accreditation & Usage of AI organized by IQAC St. Mary’s Centenary Degree College during 2nd to 6th June 2025.

• Dr.Sudha Swaraga.M, Mrs Hymavathy and Dr.Ch.Snehalatha attended Two Day FDP on Revolutionizing Classroom Dynamics on 3-5 June,2025 organised by IQAC and Faculty Development cell, St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women

• Mrs. U S V R Hymavathy, participated in a five-day online Faculty Development Programme on "Recent Advances and Interdisciplinary Applications of Chemistry". This programme was organized by the PG & Research Department of Chemistry, Sacred Heart College (Autonomous), from October 27, 2025, to October 31, 2025.

• Mrs. Hymavathi, Faculty, Department of Chemistry had participated in one week online national FDP on prevention of sexual Harassment(prevention,prohibition and redressal ACT-2013 Awareness and Internal Complaint committee(ICC) organised by Gokul Global University,Siddhpur,Gujrat in collaboration Nucleus of Learning and Development(NLD) from 8th to 13th July,2024.

• Dr. Sudha Swaraga. M and Mrs. A. Hemalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry attended the One Week Online Faculty Development Program on "Machine Learning Meets Chemistry: Accelerating Drug Discovery with Artificial Intelligence" from August 27 to September 2, 2024, organized jointly by the Department of Chemistry, RBVRR College and Qstatix Pvt. Ltd.

• Dr. Snehalatha, Mrs. Archana Juyal and Mrs. Hemalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry participated in a five-day virtual Faculty Development Program on Indian Knowledge System from September 30 to October 5, 2024, organized by the Department of Chemistry, St. Peter's Institute of Higher Education and Research.

• Mrs. Hymavathi, Faculty of department of Chemistry, has participated in Two Days Conference on OMICS Technologies in Agriculture and Human Health organized by Indo-German Nachkontakt Association (IGNA),IICT, Hyderabad held on 7th-8th October,2024.

• Mrs Hymavathi, Faculty, Department of Chemistry has participated in the One Week Online National Level FDP on “Recent Advances In Functional Materials And Characterizations” organized by Department of Physics, SRM Institute of Science and Technology,Ramapuram, Chennai on 25th to 30th November 2024.

• Dr. Ch. Snehalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry Participated in an International Webinar on "Trends Shaping the Future of Battery Technology" held on December 21, 2024, organized by the Department of Chemistry, DRM Science College, Davanagere.

• Dr.Ch.Snehalatha, Lecturer, Department of Chemistry, St.Pious X Degree and PG College for Women has participated in the Five Day Online Faculty Development Program on “ Research Methodology & IPR” from February 24-2-2025 to 1-3-2025 organized by Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Cell of Geethanjali Institute of Science & Technology, Nellore, AP.

• Dr.Ch.Snehalatha , Lecturer, Department of Chemistry , St.Pious X Degree and PG College for Women has successfully attended 5 days online Faculty Development Programme on “ Artificial Intelligence (AI) Revolution in 2025” organized by the Department of Computer Science and Department of Civil Engineering from 24-3-2025 to 28-3-2025.

• Mrs U S V R Hymavathi, Assistant professor Department of chemistry St. Pious X Degree and PG College for women, Hyderabad, Telangana, participated in “Online Faculty Induction Program” Organized by UGC- Malavia Mission Teacher Training Centre, Osmania University, Hyderabad, Telangana from 19th February 2025 to 21st March 2025 and obtained A + grade.

• Dr.Sudha Swaraga. M and Mrs Hymavathy Faculty Department of chemistry has participated in the Two-Day Online Staff Development Program on "Effective Data Management for Accreditation & Ranking Framework-Best Practices for Office, Accounts & Administration Staff organized by IQAC-St. Joseph's Degree & PG College in collaboration with IQAC-St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women and IQAC-St. Ann's College for Women, Hyderabad on 2nd & 3rd April,2025

  Seminars/Workshops/ Webinars/ attended

• Dr. Sudha Swaraga. M, Dr. Ch. Snehalatha & Mrs USVR Hymavathi participated in a Two-Day Workshop on Mastering LCMS & HPLC Techniques & Applications. The workshop was held on July 4-5, 2025, and was organized by YMC School of Chromatography in association with St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women at YMC School of Chromatography.

• Mrs. Archana Juyal, Faculty, Department of Chemistry has participated in a One Day Webinar on ‘Artificial Reef and its importance’ organised by the Department of Zoology,St. Joseph University, Nagaland on 3rd September,2024.

• Dr. Snehalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry has participated in a One Day Webinar on ‘Artificial Reef and its importance’ organized by the Department of Zoology,St. Joseph University, Nagaland on 3rd September,2024.

• Dr. Sudha Swaraga, Faculty, Department of Chemistry, attended a one-day seminar at Loyola Academy, Hyderabad, on "An Overview of the Revised NAAC Framework".on 14 December,2024

• Dr.Ch.Snehalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry has Participated in The International Webinar On “Trends Shaping The Future Of Battery Technology” held on December 21st, 2024, organised by the Department of Chemistry, DRM Science College, Davanagere.

• Dr.Ch.Snehalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry attended One Day National level Research Workshop Online titled as ‘Geogebra Math Tool for 3 D Visualisation’ on 10-12-24 organised by A.C.T Academy, Kerala.

• Dr.Ch.Snehalatha , Lecturer, Department of Chemistry , St.Pious X Degree and PG College for Women has participated in the International Webinar on “ Mastering Research Paper Writing : From Idea to Publication “ held on 8th March 2025, organized by Skill Activate.

  Resource Person

• Mrs. Archana Juyal, Faculty, Department of Chemistry was the judge for the Quiz Whiz -Open Competition organised by St. Joseph’s High School, Kumarpally, Hanamkonda as their XVI CSA Inter-State Level Literary Festival, Sahityotsav-2024 for the school students on 23rd and 24th November-2024.

• Dr.Sudha Swaraga.M Faculty, Department of Chemistry served as a resource person for the seminar on Research Ethics and Plagiarism Principles to Practice held on 22 January 2025 organized by IQAC and Research Committee

• Dr. Sudha Swaraga and Dr. Snehalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry served as esteemed chairpersons for the International Conference on "Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development", held on February 6-7, 2025

• A Two-day student exchange program on analytical techniques was held on February 7-8, 2025, in collaboration with St. Ann's College, Mehdipatnam. Dr. Sudha Swaraga and Dr. Snehalatha, Faculty, Department of Chemistry acted as resource persons, guiding 45 students from both institutions.

  Short term courses

• Mrs. Hemalatha Faculty, Department of Chemistry attended the Online NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme organized by Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MM-TTP) of University Grants Commission (UGC) from 19-27 July 2024.

• Dr. Sudha Swaraga. M, Faculty, Department of Chemistry St.Pious X Degree and PG College for Women has completed an ‘online short term course on ICT Tools’ organized by UGC -Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre, Osmania University , Hyderabad from 24th September to 30th, September, 2024 with A+ Grade.

  Clubs

• Halogen Club Day was celebrated on 16th December 2025 by the Department of Chemistry with enthusiastic participation from all chemistry students. Various interactive competitions such as Element Bingo, Dam-Sha-Chem, Chem Maze, and Periodiifix were conducted to reinforce chemical concepts through teamwork and fun. The event successfully enhanced ustudents’ knowledge, collaboration skills and interest in chemistry.

• The Chemistry club ‘HALOGEN’ was constituted on 28th July 2005. The active members of the club interact with the student community of the college (like Halogen family in chemistry), motivate them towards the co-curricular activities of the department and also volunteer in all the departmental programs. The club members are also concerned about their responsibilities towards the underprivileged. Faculty and students show the responsible citizenship behavior by promoting environmental awareness among the community people. Annual day celebrations of Halogen club are conducted every year. Besides cultural programmes and games, Seminar presentation competitions are conducted.

• The Department of chemistry celebrated Halogen club day on 27th April,2024 in presence of all the members of the club. Powerpoint presentation competition was conducted for I PG chemistry students. The club with AVODAH, an ISR wing distributed buttermilk in the neighborhood to lessen the harmful effect of summer heat waves.

• The Chemistry Department organized an awareness program on 'Seasonal Communicable Diseases' at St. Mathews High School, Nacharam on September 12, 2024.The program aimed to educate students about causes of seasonal communicable diseases Symptoms and prevention methods and Treatment options

• As part of the "Halogen Club Activity," the Department of Chemistry organized a blanket donation drive for an old age home. The initiative was supported by faculty members and Halogen club members of I M.Sc. and II M.Sc. Chemistry. 50 blankets were distributed to inmates at Krunaradham Old Age Home on December 16, 2024. The donation was made possible by the collective efforts of faculty members and 8 II M.Sc. Chemistry students.

• The Chemistry department conducted “The Halogen club Activity for UG & PG Chemistry students on December 16, 2024. Dr Sudha Swaraga, Head department of Chemistry gave the significance of the Day. This activity focused on the properties, applications, and importance of elements in chemistry. The event featured a PowerPoint presentation competition and a quiz competition for UG students. Winners were awarded prizes, and the club also distributed blankets at a local charitable trust.

Achievements

Faculty Achievements

1. A Certificate of Appreciation was awarded to Dr. M Sudha Swaraga for her valuable contribution as a Session Chair in the International Conference on Green Chemistry and Nanotechnology: Health, Environment & Beyond - GreenNano2025 on 24 & 25 July 2025, Organized by Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science, R.B.V.R.R Women's College, Narayanguda, Hyderabad, Telangana in association with Institute of Innovations, Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadu
2. Dr .Ch.Snehalatha received National Achievers award-Best Educationist of the year by Socially Point India registered under, ministry of corporate affairs Government of India for the year 2023-24
3. Dr.Ch.Snehalatha received best Women Faculty Award by National faculty award 2023-24, Novel Research Academy for the year 2023-24
4. Mrs. U S V R Hymavathi, Lecturer, Department of Chemistry, St. Pious X Degree & PG College for Women received "Women Pride Award 2025" in celebration of International Women's day from Famous People India World. She has been awarded for her contribution as a social worker (Executive Member Sri Rajamatha Foundation)
5. Dr.Ch.Sneha latha,faculty department of Chemistry received a Research Excellence award 2024-25, from Scientific international publishing house

Student Achievements

Sr Sravani, M.Sc Chemistry has completed certificate course on Introduction to Computers offered by Spoken Tutorial ,IIT Bombay

Labs and other facilities:

1. 6 well equipped Laboratories including Research Laboratory
2. One Balance Room
3. One Store cum preparation Room
4. Conductivity Meter
5. pH Meter
6. Water Bath
7. Conductivity Meter
8. pH Meter
9. Water Bath
10. Magnetic Stirrer
11. Heating Mantles
12. Vaccum Pump
13. Potentiometer
14. Colorimeter
15. Oven
16. Polarimeter
17. Melting point Apparatus
18. Centrifuge Machine
19. Analytical Balance
20. UV-Visible Spectrophotometer
21. Electronic Weighing Machine
22. De-ionizer
23. Trainer kits for verification of network theorems.
24. Energy gap using four probe method

Faculty Members