Swathi Devasothu

A highly dedicated and passionate Organic Chemistry Educator and Biomaterial Researcher with profound expertise in translating complex molecular structures and mechanistic pathways into comprehensive student learning experiences. Combines deep academic knowledge with innovative pedagogical methodologies to inspire the next generation of chemical scientists. Possesses a proven track record of excellence spanning advanced classroom instruction, rigorous laboratory supervision, material analysis, and high-resolution spectroscopic analysis.

Adept at bridging the gap between theoretical chemistry principles and real-world industrial and material applications.

Organic Chemistry Lecturer at Government Degree College for Women (GDC W), Begumpet (2024-04 – Present)

• Deliver comprehensive undergraduate lectures and spearhead hands-on laboratory sessions in core and advanced organic chemistry modules.
• Instruct students in high-level molecular structural elucidation utilizing modern spectroscopic techniques, including 1H NMR, 13C NMR, 2D NMR (COSY, HSQC), Mass Spectrometry, and Infrared (IR) analysis.
• Supervise extensive practical laboratory routines focusing on organic multi-step synthesis, purification protocols, and spectroscopic data interpretation.
• Design rigorous, multi-tiered formative and summative assessments aimed at challenging critical thinking and deepening conceptual molecular understanding.
• Incorporate ICT-enabled teaching aids, including molecular modeling and structural drawing software, to facilitate spatial comprehension of complex stereochemical arrangements.

Organic Chemistry Faculty at Shanthinikethan Women's College (2022-12 – 2024-01)

• Developed and executed highly engaging, curriculum-aligned lectures focusing on advanced organic synthesis mechanisms, pericyclic reactions, and bioorganic chemistry.
• Conducted over 50 rigorous practical laboratory sessions covering foundational organic reactions, macro/micro-scale synthesis, and analytical separation techniques.
• Evaluated, monitored, and mentored a cohort of over 200 undergraduate students through comprehensive theory curricula and practical examinations.
• Designed interactive peer-learning modules and remedial sessions that substantially improved student passing rates and performance scores in organic chemistry modules.
• Chaperoned safe laboratory practices, establishing a protective environment for handling sensitive chemical reagents and organic solvents.

Ph.D. in Biomaterials, Cellular & Molecular Theranostics – Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)

M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry – Osmania University (2020 – 2022)

B.Sc. in Botany, Zoology, Chemistry – Osmania University (2017 – 2020)