The Department of Chemistry was established in the year 1990 with a mission to offer Postgraduate degree and research programs in Chemistry. The Department has been offering a full-time 2 year M. Sc., and Ph.D. in Chemistry since its inception. 5-year Integrated M.Sc program has been introduced from the academic year 2016-17 with an intake of 48 students and Sundaranar Merit Scholarship of Rs.2000/- per month for top ten students.
At present, the Department has 2 Professors, 3 Assistant Professors, and 4 Temporary Assistant Professors. The faculty members of the department are highly qualified researchers and the department has a good number of externally funded research projects granted by funding agencies including UGC, DST, DBT, and DRDO etc.
Advanced Academic Programs offered by the Department have been streamlined to make the students competitive and accountable in accordance with the criteria stipulated for national accreditation. The Department has academic links with premier National and International Institutions. Adequate infrastructure facilities and the peaceful campus atmosphere are conducive to the students to pursue their academic endeavors in an excellent manner.
The Department has also been recognized by Department of Science & Technology under FIST program for a period of five years (2014-2019) and an amount of Rs. 1.03 crore has been allotted. In 2012, the Tamil Nadu Government recognized the Department and ordered to upscale the Department with High Tech Laboratories at a cost of Rs. 32 lakhs under one time grant. The Department is functioning in a separate building from 2012.
To develop a Centre of Excellence for teaching as well as research at par with national and international standards. Reach a position of distinction by offering first-class education and serving the community in relevant areas of interest to the rural areas.
Provide an educational environment where students can realize their full potential in chemistry and attain quality education to face the challenges of the future. Provide a dynamic, challenging and ethical environment for pursuing high-quality teaching, learning, research, and service.
Welcome to the Department of Chemistry at Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, where our mission is to deliver high-quality education that bridges the gap between rural and urban regions. With a strong emphasis on inclusivity, innovation, and excellence, we aim to ensure that the benefits of education and research extend to all, creating a cohesive and empowered society.
Our unique location amidst thriving industrial hubs provides an exceptional platform for students to access industry-relevant training, internships, and collaborative research opportunities. By connecting rural talent with urban advancements through education, we enable our students to seamlessly integrate into both academic and industrial ecosystems, ensuring their readiness for future challenges.
Through innovative teaching practices, cutting-edge research in emerging fields, and impactful outreach programs, we strive to equip our students with the tools and confidence to contribute meaningfully to both local and global communities.
Our partnerships with industries, governmental organizations, and academic institutions further strengthen us to provide education that is both transformative and relevant. These collaborations serve as catalysts for economic and social development, while also enriching the learning experience for our students.
As the Head of the Department, I warmly invite you to explore our programs, research initiatives, and industry collaborations. Together, let us advance the boundaries of chemistry and empower future generations with the knowledge and skills to make a difference.
Warm regards, Prof. K. Swarnalatha, Head of the Department, Department of Chemistry, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University.