Our Faculty

Meet our distinguished Heads of Departments and professors who shape the academic excellence across Fergusson College.

Dr. A. Sharma

Dr. A. Sharma

Head, Department of Computer Science

Dr. A. Sharma

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence, IIT Bombay

Research:
Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity

  • Published 25+ papers in IEEE and Springer
  • Recipient of “Best Academic Leader Award 2023”
Dr. Sneha Kulkarni

Dr. Sneha Kulkarni

Head, Department of Electronics

Dr. Sneha Kulkarni

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Embedded Systems, IIT Delhi

Research:
IoT Devices, Robotics, Circuit Design

  • “Low Power Sensor Networks” – IEEE 2023
  • Worked on DRDO-funded robotics project
Prof. Rajesh Patil

Prof. Rajesh Patil

Head, Department of Microbiology

Prof. Rajesh Patil

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Microbial Genetics, University of Pune

Research:
Industrial Microbiology, Fermentation, Genomics

  • Authored “Modern Microbial Processes”
  • Collaborator with Serum Institute
Dr. Kavita More

Dr. Kavita More

Head, Department of Biotechnology

Dr. Kavita More

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Biotechnology, NCL Pune

Research:
Genetic Engineering, Bioprocessing, Bioinformatics

  • Patent Holder: Bio-Enzyme Synthesis 2023
  • Worked on DBT Research Project
Prof. Sanjay Nair

Prof. Sanjay Nair

Head, Department of Environmental Science

Prof. Sanjay Nair

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Environmental Studies, TERI University

Research:
Climate Change, Sustainability, Waste Management

  • “Urban Pollution Mitigation” – Springer 2023
  • Consultant for PMC Smart City Project
Dr. Priya Dixit

Dr. Priya Dixit

Head, Department of Geology

Dr. Priya Dixit

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Earth Sciences, Savitribai Phule Pune University

Research:
Petrology, Sedimentology, Groundwater Studies

  • “Basalt Formations of Deccan Plateau” – Elsevier 2022
  • Field researcher in Western Ghats Project
Dr. Manoj Jadhav

Dr. Manoj Jadhav

Head, Department of Political Science

Dr. Manoj Jadhav

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Mumbai

Research:
Governance, Policy Studies, International Relations

  • “Public Policy in India” – Routledge 2023
  • Advisor to Maharashtra Legislative Research Wing
Prof. Anjali Pawar

Prof. Anjali Pawar

Head, Department of Sociology

Prof. Anjali Pawar

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Sociology, JNU Delhi

Research:
Social Change, Gender Studies, Urban Sociology

  • “Changing Urban Families in India” – Sage 2022
  • Member, National Sociological Association
Dr. Ramesh Iyer

Dr. Ramesh Iyer

Head, Department of Psychology

Dr. Ramesh Iyer

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology, Delhi University

Research:
Learning Behavior, Emotional Intelligence, Counseling

  • Published in APA Journal 2023
  • Trained 500+ students in stress management
Dr. Shilpa Rane

Dr. Shilpa Rane

Head, Department of Philosophy

Dr. Shilpa Rane

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Pune

Research:
Ethics, Logic, Indian Philosophy

  • “Philosophy of Mind” – Routledge 2023
  • Guest Speaker at World Philosophy Forum
Dr. Suresh Menon

Dr. Suresh Menon

Head, Department of Physics

Dr. Suresh Menon

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Quantum Mechanics, IISc Bangalore

Research:
Quantum Optics, Nanomaterials, Laser Physics

  • “Quantum Light Scattering” – PRL 2023
  • Recipient, INSA Fellowship 2022
Prof. Rekha Joshi

Prof. Rekha Joshi

Head, Department of Chemistry

Prof. Rekha Joshi

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Pune University

Research:
Green Chemistry, Catalysis, Polymer Science

  • “Eco-friendly Catalysts for Synthesis” – Elsevier 2023
  • Guided 10 Ph.D. Scholars
Dr. Pradeep Kulkarni

Dr. Pradeep Kulkarni

Head, Department of Mathematics

Dr. Pradeep Kulkarni

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, IIT Kanpur

Research:
Numerical Methods, Fluid Dynamics, Graph Theory

  • “Modeling Nonlinear Systems” – Springer 2022
  • Reviewer for AMS Journal
Dr. Meenal Desai

Dr. Meenal Desai

Head, Department of Zoology

Dr. Meenal Desai

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Zoology, University of Mumbai

Research:
Marine Biology, Animal Physiology, Conservation

  • “Impact of Pollution on Marine Life” – Nature 2023
  • UNESCO Research Grant 2022
Dr. Arvind Patankar

Dr. Arvind Patankar

Head, Department of Botany

Dr. Arvind Patankar

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Plant Biotechnology, IISER Pune

Research:
Medicinal Plants, Genetic Engineering, Ecology

  • “Micropropagation in Endangered Flora” – Springer 2022
  • Patent Holder: Biofertilizer Compound
Prof. Rachana Gupte

Prof. Rachana Gupte

Head, Department of Statistics

Prof. Rachana Gupte

Qualifications:
M.Sc. in Statistics, Fergusson College

Research:
Statistical Modeling, Forecasting, Biostatistics

  • “Predictive Analytics in Healthcare” – Elsevier 2023
  • Consultant for WHO Projects
Dr. Ajay Chitale

Dr. Ajay Chitale

Head, Department of Psychology

Dr. Ajay Chitale

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology, University of Delhi

Research:
Behavioral Science, Mental Health, Learning Theories

  • “Cognitive Load in Students” – APA Journal 2023
  • Certified Cognitive Therapist
Dr. Nandita Bhave

Dr. Nandita Bhave

Head, Department of Economics

Dr. Nandita Bhave

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Economics, Gokhale Institute

Research:
Development Economics, Financial Policy, Gender Studies

  • “Microfinance and Women Empowerment” – IMF Journal 2022
  • Advisor to State Planning Commission
Prof. Arvind Ghosh

Prof. Arvind Ghosh

Head, Department of English

Prof. Arvind Ghosh

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in English Literature, JNU Delhi

Research:
Postcolonial Literature, Indian Writing, Linguistics

  • “Cultural Identity in Indian Fiction” – Oxford Press 2023
  • Guest Editor, Literary Review India
Dr. Pratima Khot

Dr. Pratima Khot

Head, Department of History

Dr. Pratima Khot

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Indian History, Savitribai Phule Pune University

Research:
Modern Indian History, Heritage Studies, Archival Research

  • “Colonial Pune: An Urban History” – Routledge 2023
  • Member, Indian Historical Association
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