Chemistry

Dr Veera Durga Praveena

Department of Chemistry

Designation	Associate Professor
Phone	+919440454229
Institutional email ID	praveena.veera@gcrjy.ac.in
ORCID	0000-0002-3930-1623
Scopus ID
Researcher ID	KIH-1636-2024
Vidwaan ID	80381
Google Scholor Profile	25
Date of joining the college	24-09-2021

Academic qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) (Chemistry) from KL University, India. 2017
Master of Science (M.Sc) (Analytical Chemistry) from Andhra University, India. 2006
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) (Maths,Physics,Chemistry) from CH.SD.ST. Theresas Womens College, Andhra University, India. 2004

Work Experience

Associate Professor in CHEMISTRY at GOVERNMENT COLLEGE (A), RAJAMAHENDRAVARAM from 24-09-2021 to Present
Assistant Professor in CHEMISTRY at SAS GDC, NARAYANAPURAM from 04-09-2015 to 23-09-2021
Assistant Professor in CHEMISTRY at SRI ASNM GDC, PALAKOL from 26-12-2011 to 03-09-2015

Research Experience

Number of Papers Published in Journals: 13

V Durga Praveena, K venkata ratnam, K Anusha, KVV Ranga Rao, "Sustainable nano‑zirconia functionalised biochar for biocompatible and environmental remediation applications" in Journal of material research, 2026 . ISSN: print ISSN 0884-2914. DOI: DOI: 10.1557/s43578-026-01806-9, Impact Factor: 2.90. Weblink: DOI: 10.1557/s43578-026-01806-9
Durga Praveena Veera1 · K. Vijaya Kumar2 · G. Tejaswini1 · B. Venkata Rao1,3, "Glochidium tomentosum mediated synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles for effective degradation of thiocyanates and their antioxidant activity" in Nanotechnology for Environmental Engineering, 2025 . ISSN: Electronic ISSN 2365. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s41204-025-00445-5, Impact Factor: 3.45. Weblink: https://link.springer.com/journal/41204
G. Tejaswini , Sk. Beebi , V.Durga Praveena, "An efficient adsorptive tool for dye degradation: Green magnetite nanoparticles" in Polyhedron, 2025 . ISSN: . DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.poly.2025.117500, Impact Factor: 2.40. Weblink: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0277538725001147?via%3Dihub
Durga Praveena Veera a , G. Triveni b , S. Asha jyothi b , B. Soundarya b, "Eco-friendly copper nanoparticles for acetamiprid pesticide mitigation in water effluents" in Next Research, 2024 . ISSN: 3050-4759. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nexres.2024.100040, Impact Factor: 0.00. Weblink: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S305047592400040X
M. Padmaja , P. Shyamala , V. Durga Praveena , G. Tejaswini , "Green synthesized Fe3O4@CD nanocomposites using Acacia caesia leaves: In vitro biological properties and cytotoxicity assessment" in Next Nanotechnology, 2024 . ISSN: . DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nxnano.2024.100093, Impact Factor: 0.00. Weblink: https://authors.elsevier.com/sd/article/S2949-8295(24)00054-8
Dr.V.DURGA PRAVEENA, "An innovative adsorption of thiocyanate ions in aqueous solutions by exploiting eco-ZnO nanoparticles" in Inorganic Chemistry communications, 2023 . ISSN: . DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2023.111708, Impact Factor: 3.80. Weblink: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1387700323013205
Dr. V. DURGA PRAVEENA, "A systematic investigation on Elaeocarpus sylvestris leaf extract capped CuO nanoparticles as reducing agent and their antioxidant activity" in Colloid and Polymer Science , 2023 . ISSN: . DOI: 10.1007/s00396-023-05159-1, Impact Factor: 2.40. Weblink: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00396-023-05159-1
V.DURGA PRAVEENA, Dr. K. VIJAYA KUMAR, "Eco-Friendly Silver Nano Films for the Adsorption of Fluoride Ions Based on Light Scattering Phenomenon" in International Journal of ChemTech Research, 2016 . ISSN: . DOI: https://sphinxsai.com/2016/ch_vol9_no4/abstracts/A(288-295)V9N4CT.pdf Citation 01 Actions , Impact Factor: 0.00. Weblink: https://sphinxsai.com/2016/ch_vol9_no4/abstracts/A(288-295)V9N4CT.pdf
V. DURGA PRAVEENA, Dr. K.VIJAYA KUMAR, "Phosphate Removal from Aqueous Solutions by A Nano-Structured Ag–Chitosan Film" in Journal of Nanoscience and Technology, 2016 . ISSN: . DOI: , Impact Factor: 0.00. Weblink: https://www.jacsdirectory.com/journal-of-nanoscience-and-technology/articleview.php?id=35
V.DURGA PRAVEENA, Dr. K. VIJAYA KUMAR, "Eco-Friendly Silver Nano Films for the Adsorption of Nitrite Ions Based on Light Scattering Phenomenon" in International Journal of PharmTech Research, 2016 . ISSN: . DOI: , Impact Factor: 0.00. Weblink: https://sphinxsai.com/2016/ph_vol9_no6/1/(241-249)V9N6PT.pdf
V. DURGA PRAVEENA, Dr. K. VIJAYA KUMAR, "A Thiocyanate Sensor Based On Ecofriendly Silver Nanoparticles Thin Film Composite" in IJISET – Int. Journal of Innov Sci, Eng & Tech, 2015 . ISSN: . DOI: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/375516747_A_Thiocyanate_Sensor_Based_On_Ecofriendly_Silver_, Impact Factor: 4.00. Weblink: https://www.jacsdirectory.com/journal-of-nanoscience-and-technology/articleview.php?id=35
V.DURGA PRAVEENA, Dr. K. VIJAYA KUMAR, "Green synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles from Achyranthes Aspera Plant Extract in Chitosan Matrix and Evaluation of their Antimicrobial Activities" in Indian Journal of Advances in Chemical Science, 2014 . ISSN: . DOI: , Impact Factor: 0.00. Weblink: https://www.ijacskros.com/artcles/IJACS-M93.pdf
V. DURGA PRAVEENA1,a AND K. VIJAYA KUMAR2,b, "PHYSICOCHEMICAL STUDIES ON NANO SILVER PARTICLES PREPARED BY GREEN AND CHEMICAL METHODS" in Advanced Materials Research, 2014 . ISSN: . DOI: doi:10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.938.242, Impact Factor: 0.00. Weblink: https://www.scientific.net/AMR.938.242

Number of Papers Publised in Conferences: 03

Abhinash Marukurti1, Alavala Matta Reddy, V. Durga Praveena, G. Tejaswini, M. Padmaja, L. Rajeswari, D. Sailaja, P. Vijaya Nirmala, N. Baby Nirmala, J. Shashi Sri , "Sustainable Biogenic Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles (AgNPs) using Aegle marmelos and Evaluation of their Photocatalytic, Antimicrobial and Cytotoxicity Properties " in Proceedings of the International Conference on Bio-Based Environment for Sustainable Territory (ICBEST 2024) organized by Department of Chemistry, Government College (A), Rajahmundry, India on 08-11-2024 (Full Paper ) ISBN/ISSN: ISSN:2468-5747, ISBN. Weblink: 10.2991/978-94-6463-648-2_15
Dr V.Durga Praveena , "Bio nanofilms for removal of pollutants " in Environmental Challenges and Remedies for sustainable Future (ICESRF-23) organized by GCRJY on 16-09-2023 (Full Paper ) ISBN/ISSN: 5440125. Weblink: www.gcrjy.ac.in
V. Durga Praveena#! and K. Vijaya Kumar*2 , "Synthesis and Characterization of Chitosan based Silver Nano Composite System for Antibacterial Applications " in "International Conference on Advanced Nanomaterials & Emerging Engineering Technologies" (ICANMEET-2013) organized by by Sathyabama University, Chennai, India in association with DRDO, New Delhi, India, on 24-07-2013 (Full Paper ) ISBN/ISSN: 978-1-4799-1379-4/13. Weblink: doi: 10.1109/ICANMEET.2013.6609239.

Number of Patents: 02

Dr. Durga Praveena Veera, Mrs. Bokka Durga Lakshmi, Mr. Pallepamu Tirupathi Rao, Dr. Gara Tejaswini, Dr. Tatapudi Kasi Visweswara Rao, Prof. Ramachandra Rao Kpati ,International Patent: " Mechanically Tuned Solar Tracker System " (Patent Number: 6347395) published in O/o INTELLECTUAL PRPERTY on 04-03-2024 ( Granted) URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jR_GS8nljdX8UXRopQ4Ed4ohaCp5uXuN/view?usp=drive_link
Dr. Durga Praveena Veera, Prof. Ramachandra Rao Kpati, Dr. Esub Basha Shaik, Mr. Kandrakunta Babu, Mrs. Bokka Durga Lakshmi, Dr. Krodi Anusha ,International Patent: " Design of Nano emulsion Production Unit " (Patent Number: 6347398) published in O/o INTELLECTUAL PRPERTY on 04-03-2024 ( Granted) URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Tn5jLwlLhDlq4pMfppMQB1JW0KHuEpL9/view?usp=drive_link

Number of Research Projects: 02

A Department of Science & Technology (DST) Sponsored Research Project entitled "ICBEST-2024" with a financial assistance of INR. 160000.00 from 07-11-2024 to 08-11-2024
A SEED-CREATE Sponsored Research Project entitled "Ga-ZrO2@ALG Nanofilms for the removal of Xanthene and Anthraquinone derivatives" with a financial assistance of INR. 140000.00 from 20-02-2024 to Present

Memberships in Professional Bodies

Life Member in The Association of Chemistry Teachers since 08-09-2025

Books Authored

Editor of "Proceedings of the International Conference on Bio-Based Environment for Sustainable Territory (ICBEST 2024)", ISBN: 978-94-6463-648-2, Publisher: ATLANTIS PRESS ( SPRINGER NATURE) ( 2025),Edition: Advances in Biological Sciences Research Series
Editor of "Conference proceedings Biobased Environment for Sustainable Territory", ISBN: 978-93-341-9948-2, Publisher: GC(A) RJY ( 2025),Edition: first
Author of "Targeted Nanoparticles – A Strategy to Bypass the BBB for Neurological disorders", ISBN: 978-93-92760-74-7, Publisher: KY PUBLICATIONS (Regd No: 68/2017) ( 2025),Edition: first
Author of "Harnessing AI and Computational Chemistry in Catalysis Research-A Review", ISBN: 978-93-92760-65-5, Publisher: KY PUBLICATIONS (Regd No: 68/2017) ( 2025),Edition: Paperback Edition
Author of "ECO-FRIENDLY NANO FILMS - EXPULSION OF POLLUTANTS IN WATER", ISBN: 978-93-91768-06-5, Publisher: BHUMI ( 2022),Edition: FIRST

Courses attended (Orientation, Refresher, FDP, etc.)

Attended Seminar on "Research Methodology" organized by S.K.R. Government Degree College (Women), Rajamahendravaram, from 30-12-2025 to 30-12-2025
Attended Executive Development Program on "AI Tools for Researchers: Writing Impactful Papers for Indexed Journals" organized by MCC Research Colloquium, Chennai from 13-10-2025 to 17-10-2025
Attended Conference on "International Conference on Chemistry Innovation: Current Developments,Challenges and Future Perspectives" organized by St.Joseph College Tiruchinapalli from 15-09-2025 to 16-09-2025
Attended Seminar on "One Day National Seminar "EMERGING TRENDS IN CATALYTIC SYNTHESIS OF SMALL MOLECULES "" organized by PR Govt College (A), Kakinada from 12-09-2025 to 12-09-2025
Attended Faculty Development Program on "Nanomaterials in Chemical &Biosensors" organized by JNTUH, Hyderabad from 17-03-2025 to 21-03-2025
Attended Conference on "3rd International Conference "Adoption of Emerging Technologies in MSMEs: Special focus on Artificial Intelligence"" organized by KHATMANDU from 22-06-2024 to 22-06-2024
Attended Seminar on " International webinar : Exploring Research Trends in Chemistry & Biochemistry"" organized by SRR & CVR Govt. Degree College (A) from 29-11-2023 to 29-11-2023
Attended Refresher Course on "PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL SCIENCES" organized by SRI VENKATESWARA UNIVERSITY from 14-10-2023 to 17-10-2023
Attended Faculty Development Program on "EFFECTIVE PEDAGOGY FOR SCIENCE" organized by JMJ College for Women (Autonomous), Tenali. from 29-11-2022 to 03-12-2022
Attended Seminar on "“SYNTHESIS, CHARACTERISATION AND PROPERTIES OF NANO FERRITES” on 13-05-2022," organized by SRI ABR Government Degree College, Repalle,Bapatla from 13-05-2022 to 13-05-2022
Attended Refresher Course on "ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES" organized by Sri Venkateswara University from 21-12-2020 to 02-01-2021
Attended Conference on "First International Virtual Conference on Nanomaterials, FIVCON-2020" organized by Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur from 10-09-2020 to 12-09-2020
Attended Faculty Development Program on "Imagining & Shaping of Digital Education & LMS towards High Quality -Content, Pedagogy & Assessment" organized by CCE from 03-08-2020 to 07-08-2020
Attended Faculty Development Program on "NEW KNOWLEDGE,ADVANCE TEACHING & RESEARCH NEW FRONTIERS AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES" organized by CCE from 01-07-2020 to 05-07-2020
Attended Conference on "THREE DAY INTERNATIONAL VIRTUAL CONFERENCE ON IMPACT OF CHEMICAL DISASTERS ON BIOTA (ICDB- 2020)" organized by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam and Andhra Pradesh Akademi of Sciences from 24-06-2020 to 26-06-2020
Attended Faculty Development Program on "Revised Accreditation Framework of NAAC" organized by GCRJY from 27-05-2020 to 02-06-2020
Attended Refresher Course on "BASIC SCIENCES" organized by ANDHRA UNIVERSITY from 12-12-2016 to 01-01-2017

MOOCs Completed: 02

"AMINO ACIDS -INTRODUCTION, SYNTHESIS" in Others organized by CCE from 01-03-2020 to 30-04-2020
"Online Refresher Course in Chemistry for Higher Education Faculty" in SWAYAM organized by ARPIT COURSE from 01-11-2018 to 28-02-2019

Awards/ Acheivements / Recoginizations

Received "Research Supervisor" from Adikavi Nannaya University on 13-03-2026 (University Level)
Received "A one week online FDP on "RESEARCH AND EMERGING TRENDS IN CHEMISTRY"" from V. V. Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Gudlavalleru on 02-09-2025 (National Level)
Received "One Day National Workshopon“Unlocking Molecular Secrets: UV-VisibleSpectrophotometer & Chromatographic Tools”" from A.S.D Government Degree College for Women(A),Kakinada on 31-08-2025 (National Level)

Administrative Responsibilities