🌟 Summary
Poopal Ramakrishnan is a dedicated researcher and educator specializing in ecotoxicology and biomarker assessments. With a career spanning over five years at Shandong Normal University in China, Poopal has significantly contributed to the field of environmental sciences through his research on the impacts of plastic-related materials on aquatic life. His academic achievements include being honored with the prestigious “Foreign Youth Talent – 2022” award by the Jinan Science and Technology Bureau, China, and receiving a Gold Medal for Best Thesis in Zoology from Bharathiar University. Poopal’s work is characterized by a commitment to advancing knowledge in eco-toxicological assessments and innovative monitoring techniques.
🎓 Education
Poopal Ramakrishnan holds a Ph.D. in Zoology from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, India, where he researched the toxic effects of phthalate esters on freshwater fish using a multi-biomarker approach. He also earned an M.Phil. in Zoology from the same university, focusing on mercury exposure’s impact on ionic regulation in carp. Poopal completed his M.Sc. in Animal Science (Zoology) with a dissertation on the sublethal toxicity of methyl parathion in Catla catla. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Animal Science & Biotechnology from Government Arts College, Ooty, India.
🧪 Professional Experience
As a Scientific Researcher and Foreign Expert at Shandong Normal University, Poopal has conducted cutting-edge research on the eco-toxicological impacts of plastics on fish, exploring behavior, metabolism, and ECG changes. He has also served as an Adjunct Faculty at PSGR Krishnammal College for Women in Coimbatore, teaching courses in Environmental Sciences and GCMS. His previous role as a National Post-Doctoral Fellow at Bharathidasan University involved assessing the toxicity of persistent organic pollutants in water, further enhancing his expertise in life sciences and environmental sciences.
🔬 Research Interests
Poopal Ramakrishnan is passionate about advancing research in eco-toxicology, biomarker assessments, and non-invasive toxicity biomarkers. His interests extend to developing and implementing online biological monitoring techniques, reflecting his commitment to innovative and sustainable approaches in environmental research.
🏆 Awards and Recognitions
Throughout his career, Poopal has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to science. He was awarded the Foreign Youth Talent – 2022 by the Jinan Science and Technology Bureau, China, acknowledging his role as a national foreign expert. His Ph.D. thesis earned him a Gold Medal for Best Thesis in Zoology at the 33rd Convocation of Bharathiar University, highlighting his dedication to research excellence. Poopal has also received the Research Fellowship in Science for Meritorious Students (RFSMS), reflecting his academic achievements and potential.
📚 Professional Memberships and Editorial Roles
Poopal is an active member of the American Association for Science and Technology, the Asia-Pacific Chemical, Biological & Environmental Engineering Society, and the European Society of Toxicology in Vitro. His expertise is recognized through his role as a reviewer for numerous prestigious journals, including ACS Applied Bio Materials, Journal of Hazardous Materials, and Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology. Additionally, Poopal serves on the editorial boards of journals such as Research and Advances: Aquatic Sciences, Peertechz-Annals of Environmental Science and Toxicology, and the SCIREA Journal of Environment, where he contributes to advancing research in his field.