Dr. Mainampati Sreelatha is a distinguished nursing educator and researcher with over 33 years of experience in teaching, clinical practice, research and academic leadership. She is currently serving as Associate Professor at the College of Nursing, SVIMS University, Tirupati (2019–Present), where she teaches postgraduate and undergraduate nursing programmes and supervises doctoral research.

Previously, she served as Assistant Professor at SVIMS, Tirupati (2006–2018), where she taught both B.Sc(N) and M.Sc(N) programmes. She also held the position of Nursing Tutor Grade II at SVIMS, Tirupati (1999–2006), and Staff Nurse cum Nursing Tutor at SVIMS, Tirupati (1994–1999). Early in her career, she served as Principal at Sapthagiri School of Nursing, Tirupati (1992–1994), where she combined administration with teaching responsibilities. She earned her Ph.D. in Nursing (Community Health Nursing specialization) from SVIMS University in 2017, her M.Sc. in Nursing (Community Health Nursing specialization) from Rajiv Gandhi University, Bangalore in 2004, and her B.Sc. in Nursing from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences in 1991.

Research & Publications

Dr. Sreelatha has established a prolific research profile in Community Health Nursing, preventive health, communicable and non-communicable disease management, maternal and child health, and health education. Her scholarly output includes 58 peer-reviewed journal publications in reputed national and international journals including the International Journal of Current Research, IJCRT, IOSR Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences, Indian Journal of Diabetes and Endocrinology, The Nursing Journal of India, and numerous others. Her publications address diverse topics including structured teaching programmes on disease prevention, quality of life assessments, knowledge studies on health conditions such as diabetes, tuberculosis, COVID-19, maternal health and child health, and effectiveness evaluations of health interventions. She has guided 50 postgraduate nursing research students as guide and co-guide, and is currently supervising 2 Ph.D. scholars (2024–2026) in specializations including cancer patient care management and development of family resilience assessment tools.

Teaching & Academic Contributions

Dr. Sreelatha has taught extensively at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels across multiple nursing programmes. Her teaching portfolio spans Community Health Nursing, Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases, Sociology, Advanced Community Nursing, Fundamentals of Nursing, Nursing Research, Nursing Education and Nursing Management. She brings together theoretical expertise with practical insights developed through her long teaching career. She has mentored successive batches of nursing students through undergraduate and postgraduate education, preparing them for professional nursing practice and research careers.

Faculty Development & Professional Engagement

Dr. Sreelatha has actively participated in 56 conferences, seminars, workshops and continuing nursing education programmes at national and international levels. She has delivered invited lectures and chaired academic sessions at 13 national and state-level conferences and seminars, presenting research findings and contributing expertise on topics including ethical issues in forensic nursing, translational research in nursing, preventive pediatrics, entrepreneurship development, and maternal and child health. Notably, she was the organizer of the 1st Workshop on Research Methodology (2009) at the College of Nursing, SVIMS, Tirupati. She attended an International Advanced Faculty Development Programme on Research Design, Manuscript Drafting and Free Publication Process (March 2026). She has also served as a Resource Person for workshops and seminars, contributing to capacity building in nursing education and practice.

Leadership & Institutional Contributions

Dr. Sreelatha has undertaken significant institutional and professional leadership roles. She was appointed as a National Subject Matter Expert Committee Member for the Competency Based Training (CBT) Manual for In-Service Community Health Officers under Health and Wellness Centers in India (launched April 2026). She is recognized as a Ph.D. Guide by the Indian Nursing Council, Delhi (2019–Present) and serves as an Ad-Hoc Inspector for the Indian Nursing Council, conducting inspections of nursing institutions across multiple states including Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh (2019–Present). She holds memberships in institutional committees including NABH Chapter Leader, NAAC Member for Criteria IV, and Library Stock Verification Committee (2021–2022). She is also a member of the Editorial Board of Edwin Group of Journals (2025–Present) and has received a Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing for the Asian Journal of Research in Nursing and Health (2025). She holds professional membership in the Trained Nurse Association of India (TNAI).

Awards, Honours & Professional Memberships

Dr. Sreelatha's contributions have been recognized through several awards and certificates. She received the Best Teacher Award in 2017 from Vidya Parirakshana Samithi, Tirupati, recognizing excellence in teaching. She was honored with Certificates of Appreciation by SVIMS University (2026) and by Eudoxia Research University, USA (International, 2026). She completed a Certificate of One-Month Online Programme on Statistical Analysis for Healthcare Research Using Excel and Jamovi, enhancing her research methodological expertise. She has attended BLS (Basic Life Support) Training, maintaining clinical competency. She holds professional membership in the Trained Nurse Association of India (TNAI).

Eligibility for Excellent Researcher Award

Dr. Mainampati Sreelatha's career demonstrates sustained excellence in nursing research and education spanning over 33 years. Her credentials include 58 peer-reviewed publications in national and international journals, doctoral research supervision of 52 nursing scholars, active participation in 56 national and international academic events, leadership roles including National Subject Matter Expert Committee membership and Indian Nursing Council Inspector designation, and recognition through multiple awards and professional memberships. Her research addresses critical areas in public health, community nursing, disease prevention and health education, contributing meaningfully to nursing science and professional practice.

Based on her substantial contributions to nursing research, education, scholarly publications and academic leadership, Dr. Mainampati Sreelatha is eligible for consideration for the Excellent Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels, in recognition of her distinguished contributions to nursing education, research advancement and professional practice.