Prof. Shree Lakshmi Devi Singaravelu won Outstanding Researcher Award
in the field of Pharmacology

BY SCIENTIFIC LAURELS

| Windsor University school of medicine | SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS

Prof. Shree Lakshmi Devi Singaravelu is an accomplished academician and biomedical researcher with extensive experience in pharmacology, medical education, and clinical research. She currently serves as the Associate Dean of Research and Professor of Pharmacology at Windsor University School of Medicine, St. Kitts & Nevis.

Her academic journey is marked by excellence in teaching, research, and administration, supported by multiple certifications from premier national and international institutions such as the Association for Medical Education in Europe (UK), Christian Medical College (India), and the National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR, India).

She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Research and advanced training in Pharmacovigilance, reflecting her strong foundation in both pre-clinical and translational research methodologies.

Research Contributions & Extramural Funding

Prof. Singaravelu has been actively involved in funded research projects of national and international significance. Her key projects include:

  1. Principal investigator for Tuberculosis Association of India project – A study to assess drug adherence among Tubercular patients using STARS (Short Tubercular-drug Adherence Rating Scale).

  2. Principal supervisor for student led Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) project – Effects of clofazimine on carrageenan-induced acute arthritis in Wistar rats.

Her ongoing research focuses on innovative educational interventions and faculty development, particularly:

  • The Modified Fishbowl Technique for small group discussions.

  • Evaluating the effectiveness of faculty development programs in enhancing research skills and productivity.

Publications & Scholarly Work

With 27 peer-reviewed publications to her credit, Prof. Singaravelu has significantly contributed to pharmacology, toxicology, and medical education literature.
She has also co-authored chapters in reputed international volumes, including:

  • “Proving the Competency of the Researcher and the Adequacy of the Infrastructure to Carry Out the Research” in Grant Writing for Medical and Healthcare Professionals (Springer Nature, 2023).

  • “Student-Centered Learning in the Medical Curriculum in India.”

Workshops, Conferences & Recognitions

  • Resource Person: Over 20 workshops, CMEs, and webinars.

  • Participation: More than 60 conferences and training programs related to pharmacology, toxicology, and medical education.

  • Awards & Honors:

    • Certificate of Merit – Gold Medal for Best Top Scorer in M.D Examination.

    • Dr. L.B. Venkatrangan Cash Prize for topper in PG non-clinical subject.

    • Excellent Researcher in Pharmacology for International Innovation and Betterment in Technical Research.

Professional Certifications

  • ESME (Essential Skills in Medical Education) – Association for Medical Education in Europe, Dundee, UK.

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Research (PDCR) – Catalyst, New Delhi, India.

  • Certificate Program in Leadership Skills – Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Puducherry, India.

  • Revised Basic & Advanced Courses in Medical Education and Research Methodology – Christian Medical College, Vellore & National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR).

  • Advanced Training in Pharmacovigilance – Regional Training Center, Pharmacovigilance Program of India.

Eligibility for Outstanding Researcher Award

Prof. Shree Lakshmi Devi Singaravelu’s sustained research productivity, extramural funding, international publications, and leadership in medical education position her as a distinguished candidate for the Outstanding Researcher Award. Her multidisciplinary contributions—spanning pharmacological research, innovation in teaching methodologies, and faculty development—demonstrate her commitment to advancing scientific inquiry and education excellence globally.