Prof. Takhellambam Kiranmala Chanu is an accomplished nursing educator and academic leader with over 16 years of teaching, administrative and research experience. She is currently serving as Professor, Vice Principal and Head of Department (Obstetric & Gynaecological Nursing) at Parul Institute of Nursing, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat (2024–Present), where she leads academic operations, research initiatives and institutional development activities.

Previously, she held the position of Associate Professor at Dr. Tandon Nursing College, Agra (2015–2023), and served as Assistant Professor and Vice Principal at Rattan Professional Education College, Mohali, Punjab (2010–2015). She also gained foundational teaching experience as a Nursing Tutor at Nightingale Institute of Nursing, Noida (2006–2008).

Research & Publications

Prof. Chanu has established a robust research profile in nursing with 29 published research articles and 2 published patents across national and international journals. Her scholarly output includes publications in Scopus and Web of Science indexed journals, UGC-listed journals, and 1 PubMed-indexed publication. She actively guides research for B.Sc. Nursing students and 8 postgraduate students and has 2 self-research projects currently ongoing. She has presented papers and posters at national and international conferences, demonstrating active engagement in academic discourse.

Teaching & Academic Contributions

Prof. Chanu brings 18 years of total teaching experience with specialized expertise in Obstetric & Gynaecological Nursing (undergraduate and postgraduate levels), Nursing Research & Statistics, and Nursing Administration. She demonstrates proficiency in clinical teaching and supervision, curriculum development, student mentoring and evaluation, and the implementation of innovative teaching-learning methodologies. She serves as a Faculty Trainer in the Pragya Simulation Lab at Parul University, contributing to experiential learning and skill development.

Faculty Development & Professional Engagement

Prof. Chanu has organized and actively participated in numerous National Conferences, webinars, workshops, seminars and Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), fostering continuous professional development within the institution. She has completed certificate courses in Soft Skills & Personality Development, Leadership & Personality, and Disaster Management, enhancing her professional competencies. She serves as a resource person at conferences and workshops, contributing to the broader academic community.

Leadership & Institutional Contributions

Prof. Chanu has assumed significant administrative responsibilities in institutional governance and quality assurance. She serves as Head of Department (OBG Nursing), NAAC Criteria Coordinator, Institute Board of Studies (BOS) Member, Centre of International Research Relations (CIRR) Coordinator at Parul University, and Office of International Affairs Institute Coordinator. She is an active member of the Research Committee at Parul Institute of Nursing. Her leadership encompasses academic planning, policy formulation, faculty supervision, student evaluation and institutional quality enhancement.

Awards, Honours & Professional Memberships

Prof. Chanu has received recognition for her academic excellence, including the Best Teacher Award (2025) from GIAR Foundation and the Academic Excellence Award (2025) from Parul University. She has achieved 1st Prize in the Reel Making Competition (Breastfeeding Week 2025) and 3rd Prize for Scientific Paper Presentation at the SPHERE National Conference 2025. She holds professional credentials as a Registered Nurse & Midwife and maintains Life-time TNAI Membership. She is an active member of professional organizations including SPHERE, National Scholars Society and SOCHNI.

Eligibility for Best Academician Award

Prof. Takhellambam Kiranmala Chanu's career demonstrates exceptional academic credentials through 16+ years of experience, 23 research publications in indexed journals, 18 years of specialized teaching, significant administrative leadership, recent institutional awards, and active engagement in faculty development and professional networking. Her contributions span teaching excellence, research productivity, institutional governance and academic leadership, positioning her as a distinguished academician in the nursing discipline.

Based on the achievements, research output, institutional contributions and professional recognition documented herein, Prof. Takhellambam Kiranmala Chanu is eligible for consideration for the Best Academician Award in Scientific Laurels.