Dr. Jahagirdar. A. A. Professor and Head, Department of Chemistry is working in this institution since 30 years with 15 years of research experience. He has published more than 20 publications in international peer reviewed reputed journals. His area of research is Nano synthesis, Photo catalysis & Environmental chemistry. He has written TWO reference books i). Nano metal oxides for environmental remediation. ii). Synthesis of Nano materials from plant extracts.