Dr. Lata Mullur is a distinguished academician and researcher currently serving as the Head of the Department at BLDE Deemed to be University, Bijapur since 2023. With extensive experience in higher education, she has demonstrated excellence in teaching, academic leadership, and institutional development. Her role involves mentoring students, guiding faculty, and strengthening academic and research frameworks within the department.

Research Contributions

Dr. Mullur has made significant contributions to scientific research, having successfully undertaken 16 research projects in her field. Her work reflects a strong commitment to advancing knowledge and addressing relevant scientific challenges.

Publications

She has an impressive publication record with 39 research papers published in reputed national and international journals. Her publications highlight her expertise and consistent contribution to the scientific community.

Honours and Awards

Dr. Mullur has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including:

• Foundation Day Award (2025) – BLDE Association
• Best Teacher Award (2023) – BLDE (Deemed to be University)
• Prof. B.B. Sarkar Memorial Oration Award (2023) – The Physiological Society of India
• Certificate of Commendation (2022) – BLDE (DU), Vijayapura
• Best Paper Award (2022) – Diaacon-21
• Women Researcher Award (2022) – INSO Awards
• Senior Scientist Award (2020) – BLDE (DU)
• Research Day Gold Medal (2018) – BLDE (DU)

These accolades reflect her excellence in teaching, research innovation, and academic leadership.

Eligibility for Excellent Professor Award

Dr. Lata Mullur is highly eligible for the Excellent Professor Award in Scientific Laurels due to her outstanding academic achievements, strong research portfolio, and sustained contributions to higher education. Her leadership as Head of Department, combined with 16 research projects and 39 scholarly publications, demonstrates her dedication to scientific advancement. Furthermore, her numerous awards at institutional, national, and professional levels underscore her excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. Her continued commitment to mentoring students, producing impactful research, and contributing to the academic community makes her a deserving candidate for this prestigious recognition.