About DST-CURIE
The DST-CURIE (Consolidation of University Research for Innovation and Excellence in Women Universities) programme, supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, is designed to strengthen the research ecosystem in women's higher educational institutions. This programme aims to promote high-quality research, foster innovation, and encourage greater participation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) through financial assistance, advanced scientific equipment, and modern laboratory infrastructure.
DST-CURIE at Lady Doak College
Lady Doak College has been awarded the DST CURIE grant to enhance its research capabilities and create an environment that supports cutting-edge scientific investigation. With this support, the College has planned to well-equip its Instrumentation Centre featuring analytical instruments, reliable computing resources, and internet-enabled research facilities. The Centre serves as a valuable platform for interdisciplinary research, practical training, workshops, seminars, and skill development programmes, enabling students, scholars, and faculty members to undertake advanced research and contribute meaningfully to scientific and technological progress.
DST-CURIE Core Team
Dr. Beulah Jeyashree. R
Principal Investigator, DST-CURIEPrincipal and Secretary
Head & Professor of English
Email: principal@ldc.edu.in
Dr. Priscilla. A.S
Dean of Academic Affairs (Sciences)Associate Professor
Department of Zoology
Email: priscilla@ldc.edu.in
Dr. Vanitha Malarvizhi. P
BursarHead & Associate Professor
Department of Commerce
Email: vanithamalarvizhi@ldc.edu.in
CURIE Members
Heads of Science Departments
Dr. Ananthi J.
Associate Professor
Department of Biotechnology
Dr. Sakthieaswari P.
Assistant Professor
Department of Botany
Dr. Sylvia Reeta P.
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry
Dr. Sivapriya T.R.
Associate Professor
Department of Computer Science
Dr. Jafrin Jony S.
Assistant Professor
Department of Mathematics
Dr. Marie Serena McConnell
Assistant Professor
Department of Zoology
Dr. S. Vijayalakshmi
Assistant Professor
Department of Physics