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Ms. Surabhi. R

Ms. Surabhi. R

Assistant Professor

About

Surabhi Rangaraj is an Assistant Professor (Forensic Science) at the School of Law, RV University. With a strong academic background in Life Sciences and Forensic Science, she brings a unique blend of teaching and research expertise to the field.

Her academic credentials include a postgraduate degree in Forensic Science with specialization in Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology from National Forensic Sciences University, Gujarat, and a triple majors undergraduate degree in Biochemistry, Genetics, and Biotechnology. She has taught various courses in Forensic Science, including Forensic Toxicology, Forensic Chemistry, Forensic Medicine, and Forensic Biology.

As a researcher, she has served as a dissertation advisor and completed her thesis at ICMR-National Institute of Occupational Health (ICMR-NIOH), Ahmedabad, where she worked on method development and validation. Notably, she developed a novel method for detecting blood at crime scenes using drosophila species during her undergraduate studies, which was published in the Indian Patent Journal.

In addition to her academic and research experience, she has gained practical exposure through internships in Clinical Biochemistry divisions at AV Hospital and BMS Hospital in Bengaluru. Her expertise spans forensic science, research, and teaching.

“When you have eliminated the impossible whatever remains however improbable must be the truth” – Sherlock Holmes (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle)

    “Optimization of modified QuEChERS-d-SPE extraction with Iron Oxide Nanoparticles for detection of polychlorinated biphenyls and organochlorine pesticides in human serum using gas chromatography tandem mass spectrometry”
  • Persistent Organic Pollutants have become a serious threat to human beings. The health effects exerted are irreversible and causes severe damage. To monitor the presence and its quantity is the need of the hour. Henceforth the method has been developed to determine the quantity and presence of Polychlorinated Biphenyls and Organochlorines in Human Blood Serum. The research project involves development of a modified QuEChERS Extraction technique along with validation of the developed method. The research detects the presence and the quantity of the analyte in the human blood serum.
    • Bioavailability of Nano Nutrients, Potential Safety Issues, and Regulations.
  • Nanotechnology's potential medical applications include nanoencapsulation, which involves packaging nanoparticles like nutrients into a secondary shell. This technology allows for tailored drug distribution and efficient food delivery of nutrients. The chapter discusses the bioavailability of nano nutrients, potential safety issues, and regulations.https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-98820-3_14
    • Method for Training of Drosophila Flies for Blood Detection
  • The study aims to train Drosophila to recognize blood as a carbohydrate source, allowing them to detect blood at crime scenes. The olfactory nerve system of Drosophila is similar to vertebrates, ensuring information preservation. Pavlovian conditioning and unique taste buds allow for faster learning and better memory consolidation. Tools and methodologies have been developed to analyze and analyze the collected data.

  • Method Development and Validation to detect Polychlorinated Biphenyls and Organochlorine Pesticides in Human Blood Serum.
  • Harnessing the olfactory and taste receptors capabilities of Drosophila species in sensing blood sugars at crime scene.
  • Research Interest
  • Forensic Toxicology
  • Forensic Chemistry
  • Pesticide Toxicology
  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry
  • Analytical Toxicology
  • Forensic Drug Chemistry

  • Cleared an All-India Exam- FACT 2024 (Forensic Aptitude and Caliber Test) in Forensics Chemical Sciences

    The Forensic Aptitude and Caliber Test (FACT) is an All-India test for post-graduate students in forensic science, designed to assess their aptitude and skills for recruitment in forensic laboratories. Conducted by the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), FACT is a qualifying criterion for recruitment in Central and State Forensic Science Laboratories (FSLs).

  • Cleared PhD entrance exam conducted by UGC (UGC-NET) in the December 2024 cycle with 91.119 percentile.
Assistant Professor

Institute: School of Law

M.Sc. in Forensic Science – Specialization in Forensic Chemistry & Toxicology (National Forensic Sciences University, Gujarat)

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