3.1.1 Percentage of teachers recognized as PG / Ph.D research guides Year Number of Total number of fulltime Percentage of fulltime teachers fulltime teachers teachers in the Institution recognized as PG/Ph D research guides recognized as PG/Ph D research guides 60.4% as PG guides (Professors & Readers) & 62.5% as Ph D guides ( 2018 29 & 10 135 Professors only) 3.1.2 Average percentage of teachers awarded National/International fellowships/financial support for advanced studies/collaborative research and conference Year Name of the teacher Name of the award Awarding agency awarded national/International fellowship/financial support 2018 Dr. Sai Sailesh Kumar G Diabetic Research funding Neuro Valance Lab, UK Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana 2018 Dr. Sai Sailesh Kumar G Om Chanting Research funding University, Bengaluru Saveetha Institute of Medical & 2018 Dr. Sai Sailesh Kumar G Vestibular Research funding Technical Sciences, Chennai 2018 Dr. K. Roja Ramya Associate Fellowship World Clinical LASER Institute Dr. M. Satyanarayana American Academy of Implant 2017 Raju Associate Fellowship Dentistry Fellowship in Cleft Lip, Palate & Craniofacial 2015 Dr. Divya Nagalakshmi Surgery Cleft Children International American Academy of Implant 2014 Dr. Suresh Sajjan M. C. Associate Fellowship Dentistry 3.1.3 Percentage of teachers recognized as research/PG thesis guides at present 3.1.4 Number of research projects/clinical trials funded by government, industries and non- governmental agencies during the last five years Yea Name of the Name of the Type Department Year of Funds Duratio r Principal Funding (Gover of Principal Award provide n of the Investigator agency nment/ Investigator d (INR project Non- in Govern Lakhs) ment) Department of Science & Govern 2018 Dr. Suresh Sajjan M. C. Technology ment Prosthodontics 2018 71,51,828 3 years Department of Science & 2016 Dr. Vinay Chandrappa Technology Pedodontics 2016 40,59,200 5 years 3.2.1 /3.2.2 Incubation centres are mainly for technical education (engineering etc.) not applicable to dentistry/dental educational institutes. Geotagged photographs: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNmvTUR0e3WVo5sK5QTnI6aaeX7mQBRsiu- 0DrdqbrvuPKQIq0m- sW5HXrzRy4npA?key=bXhpLXBnRFd2UDU3eFdmUW9TWEQ1ZDdYSXdPM3BR 3.3.1 The institution ensures implementation of its stated Code of Ethics for research. VISHNU DENTAL COLLEGE VISHNUPUR, BHIMAVARAM-534202 Institutional Ethical Committee (IEC) 23rd Nov 2018, Bhimavaram Proceedings of IEC held on 22nd November 2018 at Mission Monitoring Cell (MMC) located in the first floor of 3rd block at Vishnu Dental College. Members present: Chair person & Animal house - Mr. K. Prasad Deputy Chair person - Dr. C. D. Dwarakanath Member secretary- Dr. K S V Ramesh Clinician- Dr. Uloopi Clinician- Dr. Praveen G Basic medical scientist - Mr. A. Srinivas rao Philosopher (NGO) - Mrs. P. Pramela Lay person- Mr. Rama Krishnam raju. G Absentees: Legal Expert: J.Prasad Raju Special invitees: Principal- Dr. Suresh Sajjan Vice principal-Dr. Rama Raju Chairman welcomed the gathering and called the meeting to order. Proceedings of the previous meeting were approved. i. No amendments, clarifications or adverse events regarding the previous approved studies were received. ii. Thirty eight (includes 01 Ph.D) scientific research proposals out of sixteen are from post graduates and fourteen are from faculty were discussed and resolutions are passed as under 1. Research topic. “Analysis of dynamic function of Temporo- Mandibular joint in subjects before and after dental treatment procedures using joint vibratory analysis (JVA) – A cross sectional observational study” by Dr. N. Rajesh Dept. Of Oral Medicine and Radiology Decision: Approved. 2. Research topic: “Comparative evaluation of fracture resistance of teeth obturated with gutta-percha using two calcium silicate sealers and a resin sealer – An in vitro study” by Dr. K Vishal Babu, Dept. of Conservative & Endodontics. 1. Decision: Approved. 3. Research topic – “Invitro evaluation of fracture resistance of Pre-fabricated single and double unit post and core Systems in maxillary anterior teeth” submitted by Dr. Mohammad Raheem, Dept. of Conservative & Endodontics Decision: Approved. 4. Research topic – “An In vitro Evaluation of Efficacy Of Three Single File Retreatment Systems for Removal of Gutta Percha Obturated with Warm Vertical Compaction and Assessment of Root Canal Transportation : A Stereomicroscopic and Cone Beam Computed Tomographic Study” by Dr. Kode Nanda Kishore, Dept. of Conservative & Endodontics Decision: Approved. 5. Research topic - “Evaluation of different custom angulated elastic glass fibre post on fracture resistance of maxillary central incisor – An in vitro study” by Dr. M. Sri Krishna Teja Dept. of Conservative & Endodontics Decision: Approved. 6. Research topic – “Evaluation of Effect of Composite Resin Preheating and Ultrasonic Plasticization on Marginal Adaptation of Class II Restorations- SEM study” by Dr. Gnana Sindhu Dutta, Dept. of Conservative & Endodontics Decision: Approved. 7. Research topic – “A comparative study on Nitric oxide levels in dental follicular tissues of Impacted mandibular third molars using Spectrophotometric Assay” by Dr. M. Havilah Kamala Deepthi, Dept. of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgery. Decision: Approved. 8. Research topic – “Efficacy of Lornoxicam as a Pre-emptive analgesic in Mandibular third molar surgery-A randomized controlled clinical trail” by Dr. Bonthu Vineela Dept. of Oral and Maxillo- Facial Surgery. 2. 3. Decision: Approved 4. 9. Research topic: “In vivo retention rates of pit and fissure sealants placed on occlusal surface of first permanent molar treated with dental air abrasion and acid etching” by Dr. Bodike. Deepika, Dept. of Pedodontics. Decision: Approved. 5. 10. Research topic: “Efficacy of laser activated and ultrasonic irrigation techniques in removal of calcium hydroxide and modified triple antibiotic paste from the root canals – In vitro evaluation” by Dr. Swathi Pasupuleti Dept. of Pedodontics. Decision: Approved. 11. Research topic: “In-vitro evaluation of reliability and validity of ICDAS II coding for occlusal caries diagnosis using magnification” by Dr. Sasi Rekha Guduru Dept. of Pedodontics. Decision: Approved. 6. 12. Research topic: “Changes in Salivary pH, Buffer Capacity and Streptococcus mutans Count after intake of various types of Honey” - A Linear Cross over trial” by Dr. Penmetsa Satya Sailaja Dept. of Pedodontics. Decision: Approved. 13. Research topic: “Association between Parenting styles, Child behaviour and Caries experience in 3-6 year old children by Dr. Shalini Kodati Dept. of Pedodontics. Decision: Approved. 14. Research topic: “A comparative study on total salivary antioxidant capacity in patients with Oral Leukoplakia, Oral sub mucous fibrosis and Oral Lichen planus” by Dr M. Prasanti Dept. Of Oral Medicine. Decision: Approved. 7. 15. Research topic. “A comparative study to assess muscle activity in symptomatic temporomandibular disorder patients by using Electromyography before and after treatment with Trans-cutaneous electrical nerve stimulation” by Dr. D. Srimallika Dept. Of Oral Medicine. Decision: Approved. 16. Research topic. “Accuracy of Intraoral Periapical Radiographic Signs in the Assessment of Relationship Between Impacted Mandibular Third Molar and Mandibular Canal for the Indication of Cone Beam Computed Tomography and Determination of Tooth Proximity to the Lingual Cortical Plate” by Dr. Srujana Daniella Remulla Dept. Of Oral Medicine. Decision: Approved. 17. Research topic. “Reliability of Root Diameter and Root Canal Diameter of Maxillary Central Incisor for Age Estimation Using Cone Beam Computed Tomography” by Dr. Duddukuri Mounika Dept. Of Oral Medicine. Decision: Approved. 8. 18. Research topic. “An analysis of morphological variations of lingual concavity in edentulous mandibular posterior region – A Cone Beam Computed Tomography imaging study” by Dr. Prathipati Naga Manikanta Mohan Dept. Of Oral Medicine. 9. Decision: Approved. 19. Research topic: “Effect of photodynamic therapy combined with surgical periodontal treatment in patients with chronic periodontitis – A clinical and microbiological evaluation by Dr. P. Krishna Chaitanya, Dept. of Periodontics. 10. 11. Decision: Approved. 12. 20. Research topic: “Comparison of clinical and radiological outcomes using Crestal Approach Sinus kit and Piezoelectric surgery for sinus membrane elevation – A prospective clinical study” by Dr. M. Aishwarya Ratna, Dept. of Periodontics. 13. Decision: Approved. 14. 21. Research topic: “Clinical and Electromyographic evaluation of Masseter and Temporalis muscle activity in periodontitis patients before and after surgical periodontal therapy” by Dr. E. Santosh vamsi Dept. of Periodontics. Decision: Approved 22. Research topic: “Effects of antihypertensive medication on implant stability: A clinical and radiographic evaluation” by Dr. M. Bindu Mounica, Dept. of Periodontics. 15. Decision: Approved. 23. Research topic: “Clinical assessment of open flap debridement using magnifying loupes and surgical operating microscope – A split mouth comparative study” by Dr. V. Jaswitha, Dept. of Periodontics. 16. Decision: Approved. 24. Research topic: “Effect of osteotomy site preparation using conventional drill osteotomy and piezoelectric osteotomy on implant stability and crestal bone loss- A randomized control study” by Dr. B.V.V.N.S.S.D. Anusha Dept. of Prosthodontics. Decision: Approved. 25. Research topic: “Effect of platelet Rich fibrin