Dr K Ravichandran holds a PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Madras, Chennai. He has around 35 years of experience, which includes his association with the University of Madras as Coordinator for Naan Mudhalvan, TN Skill-based Training Scheme. Previously, he worked as Controller of Examinations, Advisor at the Institute of Distance & Online Education, Professor & Head for the Department of Analytical Chemistry, and as a Doctoral Committee Member in many institutions. He is also a Member of IQAC at the University of Madras.