Valliappan Kannappan

Dr. Valliappan Kannappan, M. Pharm., Ph.D., is a distinguished pharmaceutical scientist and educator with over four decades of pioneering contributions to chiral chemistry, HPLC method development, and stereochemical drug analysis. As the visionary founder of Chiralpedia, he has established a comprehensive digital platform dedicated to advancing chiral science and its applications in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and materials research.

Educational Foundation

• Ph.D. in Pharmacy
  Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu (2002)
  Thesis: "Studies on stereoisomeric discrimination in the release of chiral drugs using ketoprofen as model drug"
• M.Pharm (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
  Panjab University, Chandigarh (1985)
• B.Pharm
  Bangalore University (1982)
• B.Sc (Chemistry)
  Calicut University (1977)

Academic Leadership & Research Excellence

Dr. Valliappan's illustrious career includes:

• Professorial roles at Annamalai University
• Visiting Professorship at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, USA
• Visiting Professor (Pharmacy) for the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), New Delhi
• Adjunct Professorshipat SRM Institute of Science and Technology

Research Leadership & Funded Projects

As Principal Investigator/Coordinator, Dr. Valliappan has successfully mobilized and executed major research projects worth ₹178 lakhs (≈$2.1M):

• UGC Major Research Project (2014-17): "Chiral HPLC Methods for the Analysis of Selected Drugs in Pharmaceutical Formulation and Biological Matrices" (₹8.0 lakhs, Completed)
• UGC-DRS Phase II (2015-20): Departmental Research Support in Chiral & Nanotechnology (₹120.5 lakhs, Coordinator, Completed)
• UGC-DRS Phase I (2009-14): Departmental Research Support in Novel Drug Delivery Systems and Chiral Separation & Analysis (₹41 lakhs, Deputy Coordinator, Completed)
• AICTE R&D Project(2002-05): "Bioequivalence Studies on Chiral Drugs Employing Chiral HPLC Analysis" (₹6.5 lakhs, Completed)

Core Research Domains

• Chiral HPLC method development for pharmaceutical & biological matrices
• Enantiopurity assessment of chiral switches and pharmaceuticals
• Chemometric optimization of chromatographic separations
• Stereochemical aspects of drug action and disposition
• Analytical method validation and quality control
• Application of artificial intelligence in pharmaceutical analysis

Editorial & Peer Review Contributions

A respected voice in analytical chemistry, Dr. Valliappan serves as a reviewer for leading international journals, ensuring rigorous scientific standards in:

• Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry (Springer)
• Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis (Elsevier)
• Journal of Separation Science (Wiley)
• Chromatographia (Springer)
• Journal of Chromatographic Science (Oxford)
• Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Future Drug Discovery (Taylor & Fran)
• Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
• Indian Drugs

His editorial roles include membership on the boards of Indian Drugs and the Journal of Phyto-pharmacotherapy and Natural Products.

Global Impact & Knowledge Dissemination

With 80+ publications, 30+ conference presentations, and supervision of 11 Ph.D. theses, Dr. Valliappan has shaped the field of chiral science. His contributions include:

• 86+ invited lectures and 10+ webinars worldwide on chiral separations and drug development
• 21 workshops/seminars organized, including UGC-sponsored programs on chiral synthesis and analysis
• 15+ popular science articles demystifying chirality for broader audiences
• Wikipedia contributions with 5 key articles:
  Chiral drugs
  Chiral switch
  Chiral analysis
  Chiral inversion
  Chiral timeline

Vision for Chiralpedia

Chiralpedia embodies Dr. Valliappan's commitment to democratizing chiral knowledge. The platform integrates his research insights, educational tools, and industry collaborations to:

• Simplify complex stereochemical concepts for students and researchers
• Showcase cutting-edge applications in drug design and quality control
• Foster interdisciplinary dialogue through curated resources and forums

Connect with the Founder:

📧 Email: vallikonnect@gmail.com

🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/valliappank

📚 Google Scholar: View Profile

🆔 ORCID: 0000-0003-0276-439X

🌐 Chiralpedia: https://chiralpedia.com/

"In the mirror-world of chirality, small differences create monumental impacts. At Chiralpedia, we illuminate these nuances to drive innovation in medicine and beyond."

— Dr. Valliappan Kannappan