Easwari Engineering College, India
👨🎓Profiles
🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Jeba Reeda V S embarked on her academic journey with a strong foundation in Physics, earning both her B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees with distinction. Her passion for understanding the fundamental nature of materials and molecular interactions led her to pursue a Ph.D. in Physics at Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli. Specializing in Density Functional Theory (DFT) and Spectroscopy, her doctoral research laid the groundwork for a deeper exploration of quantum chemistry and bioactive molecular systems.
🏛️ Professional Endeavors
Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Easwari Engineering College, Chennai, Dr. Reeda plays a pivotal role in both teaching and institutional development. She teaches Engineering Physics and Materials Science, while also contributing to academic quality through her involvement in NBA and NAAC accreditation processes. Her commitment to student mentoring and academic coordination further reflects her dedication to nurturing the next generation of scientists and engineers.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Reeda’s research is centered around computational physics, particularly the application of DFT and spectroscopy in the analysis of bioactive compounds. Her work integrates quantum chemical calculations, molecular docking, and simulation methods to investigate the structural and electronic properties of compounds with antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. She has published 31 peer-reviewed research papers in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, making significant contributions to drug design, materials science, and molecular interaction studies.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Despite the absence of major funded projects or patents, Dr. Reeda’s scholarly impact is evident in her citation index of 415, indicating the relevance and quality of her published work. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical and applied sciences, and she has presented her findings at numerous national and international conferences. Her efforts in organizing and co-convening events like NCETEA-2024 have also facilitated greater collaboration across fields such as energy and environmental research.
📊 Academic Citations
With 31 published papers and 415 citations, Dr. Reeda’s academic footprint is growing steadily. Her work is frequently cited in studies related to molecular spectroscopy, quantum modeling, and bioactive material design. This growing citation index reflects both the technical rigor and applied relevance of her research within the scientific community.
🧪 Technical Skills
Dr. Reeda brings expertise in several high-level analytical and computational techniques. These include Density Functional Theory (DFT), molecular docking simulations, vibrational and electronic spectroscopy, and structural analysis of biomolecules. Her proficiency in these tools allows her to effectively investigate molecular behavior and predict functional properties of novel compounds.
👩🏫 Teaching Experience
With hands-on experience in teaching core undergraduate subjects like Engineering Physics and Materials Science, Dr. Reeda combines theoretical instruction with real-world relevance. She engages actively in curriculum development and fosters research-driven learning environments. Her dedication to mentoring students highlights her role as both educator and guide, supporting their academic growth and critical thinking.
🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. Reeda’s scholarly journey is marked by persistence, quality, and innovation. Although she has not yet ventured into patenting or large-scale industrial collaborations, her current trajectory shows immense promise. In the years ahead, her goals include securing funded research, expanding into applied projects with societal impact, and building international collaborations. Her passion for inclusive learning and interdisciplinary science signals a bright and impactful future in academia and research.
📖Notable Publications
Conformational stability, quantum computational (DFT), vibrational, electronic and non-covalent interactions (QTAIM, RDG and IGM) of antibacterial compound N-(1-naphthyl …
Authors: VSJ Reeda, S Sakthivel, P Divya, S Javed, VB Jothy
Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure, Volume 1298, Article 137043
Year: 2024
Vibrational spectroscopic, quantum computational (DFT), reactivity (ELF, LOL and Fukui), molecular docking studies and molecular dynamic simulation on (6-methoxy-2-oxo-2H …
Authors: VSJ Reeda, VB Jothy
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids, Volume 371, Article 121147
Year: 2023
Synthesis, solvent polarity (polar and nonpolar), structural and electronic properties with diverse solvents and biological studies of (E)-3-((3-chloro-4-fluorophenyl) imino …
Authors: VSJ Reeda, VB Jothy, M Asif, M Nasibullah, NS Alharbi, G Abbas, …
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids, Volume 380, Article 121709
Year: 2023
Fungicide compound 2,3-dichloronaphthalene-1,4-dione: Non-covalent interactions (QTAIM, RDG and ELF), combined vibrational spectroscopic investigations using DFT approach …
Authors: P Divya, VSJ Reeda, VB Jothy
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids, Volume 400, Article 124544
Year: 2024
Molecular structure and quantum descriptors of cefradine by using vibrational spectroscopy (IR and Raman), NBO, AIM, chemical reactivity and molecular docking
Authors: MK Chaudhary, T Karthick, BD Joshi, P Prajapati, MSA de Santana, …
Journal: Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy, Volume 246, Article 118976
Year: 2021