Message from Vice-Principal's
Dr. Mamatha Kunder
Associate Professor stage I, Department of Biochemistry/Vice Principal, Yenepoya School of Allied Health Sciences
viceprincipalysahs@yenepoya.edu.in
| DEGREE | INSTITUTION | UNIVERSITY | YEAR OF AWARDING DEGREE |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Sc. Medical Biochemistry | Kasturba Medical College, Manipal. | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) | July 2003 |
| Ph.D. Medical Biochemistry | Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Kolar. | Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education & Research (SDUAHER) | August 2017 |
| Institute | Period | Duration | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Kolar, Karnataka, India | From October 2003 | May 2022 | From Junior Lecturer to Assistant Professor |
| Yenepoya University | From June 2022 | Till date | Vice Principal, YSAHS Associate Professor of Biochemistry Stage I |
| Sl. No. | Title of the article | Journal name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Derangement in Homeostasis of Neutrophil Elastase and its Inhibitory Systems in Ischemic Stroke Patients | Biomed Pharmacol J 2023;16(2):871-876. |
| 2 | Effect of α1-AT on VEGF and MMP-2 in HUVECs exposed to high glucose and hypoxia: a possible therapeutic approach towards Diabetic Retinopathy | Rom J Diabetes Nutr Metab Dis 2022; 29 (3): 310-315. |
| 3 | Quantification of Microsomal Triglyceride Transfer Protein in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Patients: A Cross-sectional study | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 2022 Sep, Vol-16(9): BC01-BC04 |
| 4 | Selective Decrease in Alpha1-antitrypsin Levels in Diabetic Retinopathy: Could the levels of it be playing a role in the pathophysiology of Diabetic Retinopathy? | Indian J Med Res 156, July 2022, pp 104-110 DOI:10.4103/ijmr.IJMR_1293_19 |
| 5 | Serum levels of adiponutrin in differentiating non-alcoholic steatohepatitis from simple steatosis in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease patients | Rom J Diabetes Nutr Metab Dis 2022; volume 29, issue 2, pages 261–267. |
| 6 | Imbalance between the Serum Levels of VEGF, MMP-2 and α1-AT in Patients with Diabetic Retinopathy. | Journal of Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences University 2021; 10 (4):13-20. |
| 7 | Antimicrobial Activity of leaves of Psidium guajava Linn – An Overview | European Journal of Pharmacy and Medical research 2020; 7(6):351-356. (May) |
| 8 | Correlation of serum lactate dehydrogenase and uric acid levels with severity parameters of preeclampsia | International Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Research 2019; 6: 315-320. (September) |
| 9 | Plasma Neutrophil Elastase and its Endogenous Inhibitors as Differential Inflammatory Markers for Dengue and Pneumonia | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research 2018; 12(12): BC01-BC03. (December) |
| 10 | Plasma Neutrophil Elastase, α1-Antitrypsin, α2-Macroglobulin and Neutrophil elastase-, α1-Antitrypsin complex levels in patients with dengue fever | Indian Journal of Clinical Biochemistry 2018; 33(2):218-221. (March-June) |
| 11 | Correlation of Plasma Neutrophil Elastase Activity and Endogenous Protease Inhibitor Levels with the Severity of Pre-eclampsia | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research 2017; 11(3): BC09-BC12. |
| 12 | Biomedical Significance of Alpha1-Antitrypsin: An Overview | J Clin Biomed Sci 2016; 6(3): 76-83. |
| 13 | Biochemical evaluation of Serum Lipid Profile and serum Uric acid in Preeclampsia: A case-control Study | IOSR Journal of Pharmacy 2016; 6(10): 41-44. |
| 14 | A comparative study of the ionic and total calcium levels in women with thyroid dysfunction | International Journal of Medical Science and Public Health 2016; 5(4):633-637. |
| 15 | Serum total bilirubin levels in Diabetic Retinopathy – A case-control study | IOSR Journal of Pharmacy 2014; 4(8):01-06. |
| 16 | Assay of gamma glutamyl transferase activity as an oxidative stress marker in pre and post-menopausal women | Biomedicine 2012; 32(3):394-399. |
| 17 | OSPE as a Learning & Evaluation Tool For Biochemistry: First Experience | Journal of Clinical and Biomedical Science 2011; 1(2):23-28. |
| 18 | Study of Glutathione and Ascorbic Acid in Cases of Diabetic Retinopathy | Journal of Clinical and Biomedical Science 2011; 1(1):13-19. |
| 19 | Hypermagnesemia in Diabetic End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Patients | Indian Journal of clinical Biochemistry 2007; 22(2):164. |
| 20 | Oxidant-Antioxidant status in colorectal cancer patients-before and after treatment | Indian Journal of clinical Biochemistry 2004; 19(2):80-83. |
Dr Beena H B.
Associate Professor stage I, Vice Principal, Yenepoya School of Allied Health Sciences
Yenepoya School of Allied Health Professions, established in 2020, a constituent unit of Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) has been committed and dedicated to provide quality education, skill-based training and holistic development, modern infrastructure, equipping students to meet the ever-evolving challenges of the healthcare sector. In a short span of time, the institution has grown into a centre of academic excellence and student-centred approach nurturing students to become competent, compassionate, and responsible contributors to the healthcare system.
In alignment with global academic standards, our institution has introduced the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS), offering students the flexibility to design their learning pathways. This system empowers learners to choose from a wide range of interdisciplinary courses, fostering critical thinking, innovation, research, community engagement and adaptability to meet the dynamic demands of the healthcare sector.
I am proud of the dedicated faculty, the enthusiasm of our students, advanced infrastructure and vibrant campus environment that together promote holistic growth and create a culture of learning and service
| Degree | Specialization | College | University | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) | Botany, Zoology, Chemistry | St. Agnes College, Mangalore | Mangalore University | 1992 |
| Master of Science (M.Sc.) | Medical Microbiology | Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore | Manipal Academy of Higher Education | 1996 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | Medical Microbiology | Manipal Hospital, Bangalore | Manipal Academy of Higher Education | 2020 |
| Designation | Institution | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Vice Principal, Associate Professor Stage-1, Microbiology, Faculty of Allied Health Professions | Yenepoya Allied and Health Professions | November 2023 to Till date |
| Assistant Professor & Authorised Signatory, Clinical Microbiology Laboratory | Srinivas Institute of Medical College and Research Centre, Mukka Mangalore | May 2022 to September 2023 |
| Department of Microbiology Dean-Incharge, Institute of Allied Health Sciences | Srinivas University, Mukka Mangalore | September 2022 to September 2023 |
| Academic Coordinator and Lecturer, MSc MLT | Manipal Hospital, Bangalore | January 2021 to April 2022 |
| Senior Microbiologist, Dept of Microbiology and Deputy Quality Manager, Laboratory | Manipal Hospital, Bangalore | January 2003 to April 2022 |
| Lecturer, Department of Microbiology | Bangalore Institute of Dental Sciences, Lakkasandra, Bangalore | April 2002 to December 2002 |
| Microbiologist, Blood Bank | Bangalore Medical Services Trust, Rotary TTK Blood Bank, Tippasandra, Bangalore | October 2001 to March 2002 |
| Junior Microbiologist and Lecturer in Microbiology, BMLT, Department of Microbiology | Manipal Hospital, Bangalore | October 2000 to October 2001 |
| Junior Microbiologist | Medinova Diagnostic Services, Bangalore | April 1999 to October 1999 |
| Microbiologist | MDX Laboratories, Kanhangad, Kerala | September 1996 to October 1998 |
| Sl. No. | Title of the article | Journal name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Two Case Reports of Ochrobactrum anthropic Bacteremia: An Overlooked Pathogen | Journal of Laboratory Physicians 2023 Mar;15 (1) 166-168 |
| 2 | A 10 year analysis on the course and outcome of Cryptococcal infection | Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2021; 39, S117-S118 |
| 3 | Role of single, paired and multiple specimens in the outcome of automated blood culture system – A 2 years study from South India | Patient Saf Infect Control 2021; 9:62-5 |
| 4 | Trends in antibiotic susceptibility of enteric fever isolates from South India, 2002–2013 | Medical Journal Armed Forces India 2019; 75 (1): 81-85 |
| 5 | Role of Laboratory in Human Brucellosis: A Case Series over 6 Years | Pediatric Infectious Disease 2020; 2: 34-35 |
| 6 | Molecular Characterization of Extended Spectrum β-lactamase and Carbapenemase Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae from a Tertiary Care Hospital | Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine 2019; 23 (2): 61-66 |
| 7 | Cross-country transport and isolation and identification of Streptococcus pneumoniae by use of alternate sources of blood supplemented media among laboratories in India | Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2019; 37 (3): 363-369 |
| 8 | Antimicrobial susceptibility profiles of gram-negative bacteria causing infections collected across India during 2014–2016: Study for monitoring antimicrobial resistance trend report | Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2018; 36:32-6 |
| 9 | Colistin Resistance in Carbapenem Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae strains | Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research 2017; 10 (9): 70-73 |
| 10 | Antibiogram of Salmonella typhi and Salmonella paratyphi A in a tertiary care hospital in 2012 | Indian Journal of Pathology and Microbiology 2013; 56(4): 484-485 |
