Associate Professor - Stage I
Dedicated academician with over 26 years of experience in higher education, specializing in Inorganic Chemistry and Analytical Electrochemistry. Renowned for inspiring and motivating students to achieve academic and personal success through engaging, student-focused teaching methodologies. Adept at developing effective instructional plans, conducting assessments, and providing meaningful feedback.
Accomplished research professional with a strong track record of directing high-impact projects and developing sustainable, eco-friendly cosmetic solutions. Adept at inspiring innovation across academic and research teams and cultivating inclusive, collaborative work cultures. Known for exceptional project execution, consistently meeting milestones with strategic focus, efficiency, and scientific rigor.
| Sl.No | Qualification Level | University | Area of Specialization | Year of Completion | Awards |
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| 1 | PhD | NITK | Corrosion | 2011 | Received JRF and SRF by the NITK, Surathkal during the Ph.D studies |
| 2 | M. Phil | Alagappa | Spectrophotometric determination of metal complexes | 2006 | |
| 3 | M.Sc | Mangalore | Inorganic Chemistry | 1998 | |
| 4 | B.Sc | Mangalore | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 1996 |
Associate Dean- School of Engineering, St Aloysius University ( Deemed to be), Mangalore (August 2025 Onwards)
Research Supervisor (Ph.D.), Mangalore University
Academic Mentor & Resource Person
Head of the Post Graduate Department of Chemistry, St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangalore (Former)
Coordinator, DBT–STAR College Scheme, St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangalore (Former)
Head, Cosmetic Chemistry Laboratory, St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangalore (Former)
Head, Research Centre, St Agnes College (Autonomous) (Former)
St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangalore, India
Successfully coordinated innovative student-centric and research-based activities that enriched undergraduate science education.
Played a central role in preparing progress reports, proposals, and strategic documentation that contributed to the college achieving STAR Status (https://www.stagnescollege.edu.in/star-college-status/) under DBT.
Facilitated interdisciplinary collaborations and mentored faculty teams in designing impactful workshops and academic programs.
Recognized for exceptional leadership in elevating the science departments as models of excellence under the DBT initiative.
Organized hands-on workshops, guest lectures, field visits, and skill-development programs that significantly enhanced experiential learning.
Strengthened research aptitude among students by enabling mini-research projects and guiding their participation in national-level conferences.
Ensured timely communication and compliance with DBT guidelines, including report submission and grant utilization.
Played a key role in embedding a culture of scientific inquiry, curiosity, and innovation across science departments.
Established a pioneering, student-driven laboratory dedicated to eco-friendly and sustainable cosmetic formulations.
Designed and launched specialized certificate courses in Cosmetic Chemistry, integrating industry-relevant theory and hands-on skill development.
Organized workshops, demonstrations, and training programs on skin-care and hair-care product formulation.
Participated in advanced training programs to enrich curriculum design and laboratory methodology.
Fostered interdisciplinary learning by integrating chemistry, botany, and environmental science in product development.
Encouraged student creativity through mini-projects and formulation competitions that promote innovation and entrepreneurship.
SDM College, Ujire (2019 – Present)**
Provides strategic recommendations to enhance undergraduate science education and laboratory exposure.
Advocates for strengthened hands-on learning, improved access to advanced laboratory and bioinformatics facilities, and greater research literacy.
Supports the initiation of summer schools, interdisciplinary training, and mechanisms to track career progression in life sciences.
Contributes to continuous improvement through structured feedback and periodic evaluation.
Guest Speaker, PG Induction Programme, St Agnes centre for Post Graduate studies and Research – Guided postgraduate students on research mindset, ethics, and scholarly excellence.
Guest Speaker, PG Induction Programme, St Agnes centre for Post Graduate studies and Research – Guided postgraduate students on research mindset, ethics, and scholarly excellence.
Expert Speaker, National Seminar (RSDC-2025), Payyanur College – Spoke on developments in Synthetic and Cosmetic Chemistry.
Doctoral Research Committee Member, Kannur University – Provides expert input on doctoral research progress and methodology.
Supervising Ph.D. scholars through all stages of research from proposal development to thesis completion.
Guides methodological design, literature analysis, and interdisciplinary research exploration.
Ensures consistent progress monitoring and scholarly rigor through constructive feedback and timely evaluation.
Actively involved in professional development through conferences, workshops, and seminars.
Promotes a collaborative, ethical, and innovative research environment that fosters academic excellence.
CURRENT
Institution: St Aloysius University (Deemed to be)
Period:August 2025 Onwards
PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE
Institution: St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangalore
Period:2011 to 2025 (July)
Designation: Associate Professor, Research Director & Head of the Department
Institution: National Institute of Technology, Karnataka, Surathkal
Period:2007 (July) -2011 (March)
Designation: JRF & SRF
Institution: St Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore
Period:2003-2007
Designation: Asst. Professor
Institution: St Ann’s PU College, Mangalore
Period:2001-2003
Designation: Lecturer
St Philomena College, Puttur
Period:1999-2000
Designation: Lecturer
Vivekananda College, Puttur
Period:1998-1999
Designation: Lecturer
Energy devices - Batteries and supercapacitors
Cosmetic chemistry
Nanochemistry
Photocatalytical studies
Corrosion
2023
Pinto, G. (2023). Green approach to corrosion inhibition of mild steel in hydrochloric acid using extract from the pericarp of Tamarindus indica. Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry. [Q2]
https://doi.org/10.33263/BRIAC136.544
Pinto, G. (2023). Synthesis of CeO₂ nanoparticles for the enhanced adsorption activity of chitosan and other applications. Asian Journal of Chemistry, 35(2), 435–440. [Q3]
http://dx.doi.org/10.14233/ajchem.2023.26921
Pinto, G. (2023). Synthesis of Functionalized α-Fe₂O₃ nanoparticles: Characterization and applications. Materials Today: Proceedings. [Q2]
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2023.05.111
Pinto, G. (2021). The development of silane functionalized ZnO nanoparticles for enhancing anticorrosion application. Mapana Journal of Sciences. [Q4]
https://doi.org/10.12723/mjs.57.4
Pinto, G. (2020). Development of functionalised CuO nanoparticles for enhancing the adsorption of methylene blue dye. Cogent Engineering. [Q2]
https://doi.org/10.1080/23311916.2020.1783102
Pinto, G. (2019). Synthesis, characterization and study of antimicrobial activity of amino functionalised manganese oxide nanoparticles. Journal of Applicable Chemistry, 8(2), 598–605.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/334671864
Pinto, G. (2018). Synthesis and characterization of metal complexes of schiff bases of 3-Chloro-2-Fluoroaniline. In Proceedings of National Conference on Current Advances in Chemical Sciences, 49–52.
ISBN: 978-93-82694-52-6
Pinto, G. (2017). Application of metal complexes of Schiff bases as an antimicrobial drug: A review of recent works. International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Review and Research, 9(3). [Q3]
http://dx.doi.org/10.22159/ijcpr.2017v9i3.19966
Pinto, G. (2016). Electrochemical, SEM/EDX study of 3-ethyl-4-amino-5-mercapto-1,2,4-triazole as inhibitor for the corrosion of 6061 aluminum alloy in sulphuric acid medium. Journal of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research, 8(4). [Q3]
ISSN: 0975-7384
Pinto, G. (2016). Green synthesis and characterization of zinc oxide nanoparticles. Journal of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research. [Q3]
ISSN: 0975-7384
Pinto, G. (2011). Corrosion inhibition of 6061 Al-15 vol. pct. SiC(p) composite and its base alloy in a mixture of sulphuric acid and hydrochloric acid by 4-(N,N-dimethylamino)benzaldehyde thiosemicarbazone. Material Chemistry and Physics, 125, 628–640. [Q1]
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matchemphys.2010.10.006
Pinto, G. (2011). Adsorption and inhibitor action of 4-(N,N-dimethylamino)benzaldehyde thiosemicarbazone on 6061 Al/SiC composite and its base alloy in sulphuric acid medium. Synthesis and Reactivity in Inorganic, Metal-Organic and Nano-Metal Chemistry, 41, 127–140. [Q2]
https://doi.org/10.1080/15533174.2010.538023
Pinto, G. (2011). 4-(N,N-Diethylamino)benzaldehyde thiosemicarbazone as corrosion inhibitor for 6061 Al–15 vol. pct. SiC(p) composite and its base alloy. Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals, 21, 53–71. [Q2]
Pinto, G. (2009). Corrosion behaviour of 6061 Al-15 vol. pct. SiC composite and its base alloy in sulphuric acid medium. International Journal of Electrochemical Science, 4, 1452–1468. [Q3]
http://www.electrochemsci.org
Pinto, G. (2009). Corrosion behaviour of 6061 Al-15 vol. pct. SiC composite and its base alloy in a mixture of hydrochloric and sulphuric acid medium. Journal of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, 3, 1–11. [Q2]
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/267265298
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Date/Month/Year |
UNIVERSITY/NATIONAL/ INTERNATIONAL LEVEL |
TITLE OF CONFERENCES/ SEMINARS/ WORKSHOPS |
TITLE OF SPONSORS/ ORGANISER/S |
PLACE |
TITLE OF PAPER PRESENTED |
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15-03-2019 |
National |
National conference on National Conference on Synthetic, Spectroscopic and Structural Chemistry |
Govinda Dasa College, Surathkal |
Surathkal |
Evaluating the inhibitory action of CdS and its hybrid for corrosion of mild steel in acidic media and its antimicrobial activity |
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10-01-2019 |
International |
International conference on Nanotechnology-2019 Oppurtunities and Challenges |
PG Chemistry Department, St. Aloysius College, Mangaluru
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Mangaluru |
Synthesis, Characterization of bare and doped cobalt oxide Nano particles for the photo catalytic adsorption and antimicrobial properties |
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27-02-2017
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International |
Green Chemistry & Nanotechnology Opportunities and Challenges |
PG Chemistry Department, St. Aloysius College, Mangaluru
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Mangaluru |
Synthesis, Characterisation and antimicrobial study of ZnO nanoparticles |
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04-02-2016 |
National |
National conference on Optical methods of Chemical analysis |
Department of Chemistry, St. Aloysius College, Mangalore. |
Mangaluru |
Synthesis & characterization of amino functionalized nanoparticles |
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10-01-2014 |
National |
World’s Emerging advances in Chemical technology |
Govinda Dasa College, Surathkal
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Surathkal |
Electrochemical, AFM, Optical Profilometry, SEM/EDX study of 3-propyl-4amino-5-mercapto-1,2,4-triazole (EBMT) as inhibitor for the corrosion of 6061 Al - 15 vol. pct. SiC(p) composite in a mixture of sulfuric acid and hydrochloric acid medium |
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17-01-2013 |
International |
International conference on recent advances in material Science and technology (ICRAMST-13) |
National institute of technology, Surathkal, India. |
Surathkal |
Electrochemical, AFM, Optical Profilometry, SEM/EDX study of 3-ethyl-4-amino-5-mercapto-1,2,4-triazole (EAMT) as inhibitor for the corrosion of 6061 Al - 15 vol. pct. SiC(p) composite in a mixture of sulfuric acid and hydrochloric acid medium |
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16-03-2012 |
National |
New vistas in catalysis and surface science (NVCSS- 2012) |
Annamalai University, Tamilnadu, India.
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Tamilnadu |
Electrochemical, AFM, Optical Profilometry, SEM/EDX study of 3-ethyl-4-benzilidine-5-mercapto-1,2,4-triazole (EBMT) as inhibitor for the corrosion of 6061 Al - 15 vol. pct. SiC(p) composite in a mixture of sulfuric acid and hydrochloric acid medium. |
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14-02-2010
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International |
International conference on recent trends in materials and characterization (RETMAC 2010) |
National Institute of Technology, Surathkal, India.
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Surathkal |
4-(N,N-Diethylamino)benzaldehyde thiosemicarbazone as inhibitor for corrosion of 6061 Al-15 vol. pct. SiC(P) composite in a mixture of hydrochloric acid and sulphuric acid medium. |
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17-05-2008 |
National |
National Symposium for materials research scholars (MR-08) |
Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai, India.
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Mumbai |
Studies on corrosion behavior of 6061 Al - 15 vol. pct. SiC composites in sulphuric acid medium |
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19-03-2008 |
International |
Recent innovations in Arts, Science & Technology |
Spectrum solutions Pondichery, India |
Tamilnadu |
Synthesis, characterisation &study of metal complexes |
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Year |
Funding Agencies |
Title of the Project |
Name of the Principal investigator /Coordinator |
Amount sanctioned In Lakhs |
Amount received In Lakhs |
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2017-2021 |
DBT, Government of India |
Star College Status |
Dr Geetha Pinto |
1,59,00,000/- |
1,03,00,000/- |
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2019-2020 |
DBT, Government of India |
Conference, Travel, Exhibition and Popular lectures(CTEP) |
Dr Geetha Pinto |
2,00,000/- |
2,00,000/- |
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2015-2018 |
UGC, Government of India |
Synthesis of Functionalised nanoparticles and their application to corrosion inhibition of mild steel
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Dr Geetha Pinto |
5,07,000/- |
5,07,000/- |
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2012-2017 |
DBT, Government of India |
Star College Scheme |
Dr Geetha Pinto |
77,00,000/- |
77,00,000/- |
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2012-2014 |
UGC, Government of India |
Synthesis and charecterisation of ZnO nanoparticles
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Dr Geetha Pinto |
2,00000/- |
2,00000/- |
https://www.stagnescollege.edu.in/star-college-status/
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Date/Month/Year |
Details |
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July 2007 to November 2010 |
Received JRF and SRF by the NITK, Surathkal during the Ph.D studies |
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28-03-2014 MRP (S) 13-14/KAMA001/UGC -SWRO
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Received Financial assistance by the UGC, New Delhi, Govt. of India for the Minor research project Title: Synthesis and characterisation of ZnO nanoparticles by sol-gel process. [completed] |
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1-07-2015 to 30-06-2018 MRP ID: MRP-MAJOR-CHEM-2013-44460
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Received Financial assistance by the UGC, New Delhi, Govt. of India for the Major research project Title: Synthesis of Functionalised nanoparticles and their application for the corrosion inhibition of mild steel in acid medium. [completed] |
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01-06-2012 to till date |
Coordinator of the star college Star college scheme, DBT, MST, Govt. of India In year 2017, Star College Scheme is upgraded to Star College Status, A unique distinction by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India |
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14-06-2020 (20 hrs) |
Completed certificate course on spectral analysis with A+ grade by St Aloysius College |
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Sep-Dec 2020, 12 weeks |
Completed NPTEL course on Coordination chemistry of transition metals with Elite silver medal (IIT, Kharagpur) |
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§Convener for the National Workshop on "Intelligence with Integrity: Research in the Time of AI" on 18-09-2025.
§Convener for the National Workshop AI in Practice: A Hands-on National Workshop on Data-Driven Cardiology and GenAI Models on 22-09-2025.
§ Convener for the National workshop titled “Applications of Nanomaterials & Faculty development programme”-19-02-2019.
§ Convener for the National workshop titled “Computational & Theoretical Chemistry”-14-02-2018 & 15-02-2018.
§ Convener for the National workshop titled “Microscale experiments and ICT in Chemistry”-30-01-2017 & 31-01-2017.
§ Convener for the National seminar titled “Prospects and challenges in basic sciences”-01-09-2012
§ Convener for the National seminar titled “Recent advances in chemical Sciences”-17-12-2015 & 18-12-2015
§ Convener for the International webinar titled “Advanced materials and technologies”-09-07-2020
§ Convener for the seminar on “Organics for Flextronics” on 05-09-2023.
§ Convener for the national seminar National seminar Breaking bonds, Building careers: The Chemistry of Endless Possibilities on 08-04-2024.
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