Experience

• Teaching: 32 years for Post Graduate, Graduate & Under Graduate Levels 
• Public Sector: 14 years (Total 46 years)
• Hands-on Experience in Engineering Research : 45+ years

Publications

• Published a paper on "Relevance Of Appropriate Technology In The Context Of Globalisation" in Social Science Abstracts Volume XXV, 2001, by the Indian Academy of Social Sciences. PP 205-206
• Published 27 articles in the English magazine with ISSN-09712429 by the Progressive Curriculum Management P Ltd, with the motto of motor development by 'Learning by Doing' and developing creativity among the student community at large so as to make education real and a more meaningful one, in a serialized manner under the Common Caption "CREATIVE CORNER" as given below.

Conferences Workshops Seminars….

•  International Seminar/ Workshop/Conferences Attended: ·   
•  Three day International Workshop on "Designing Curriculum Framework for International Diploma in Educational Planning and Administration" organized by the Centre for Adult Continuing Education and Extension, University of Kerala on 15-17 Dec- 2006. ·    

Presented papers on      

• 1."Educational Management & Related Areas" · 
•  2. "Relevance of Technological Innovations  in  Economic Development" in the above Workshop. Also a resource person  in the role of Rapporteur for various sessions. ·    

• Presented my ideas in the International Conference organized by the National Innovation Foundation under DST, during the National Award Function held at Indian Agricultural Research Institute Auditorium, Pusa Campus, New Delhi on 29-11-2001.
•  National Seminars/ Workshops Attended: 
•   Presented a paper on the "Relevance of Appropriate Technology in the Context of Globalisation" in the XXV th Indian Social Science Congress held at Thiruvananthapuram from January 28 - February 1,2002, organized by the the Indian Academy of Social Sciences 
• Presented a Paper on "Local Level Resources-Possibilities and Potentialities" in the Workshop on "Product Development and Marketing Support- Rural Entrepreneurship- New Directions" before the National Gathering - Gramshree Mela  organized by the Mnistry of Rural Development, GOI at Thiruvananthapuram on 23-12-2006.
•  Presented a Paper on "Possibilities and Potentialities of Recycling and Utilisation of Local Level, low-cost and no-cost resources in Kerala" during the National Technology Day Celebrations organized by Science Technology and Environment Department, Rajeev Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology on 20-05-2000. 
•   Workshop on "Resource Conservation And Eco-Management- The Relevance Of Garbage Recycling" organized by Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha, as a part of Golden Jubilee Celebrations, on 20-11-2004, and Resource person during various programmes related to the three day workshop during 19 to 21, November 2004. 
•  Presenter & Coordinator in the National Seminar on "Natural Disasters & Management Strategies" at Carmel Polytechnic College, Alappuzha. 
• Participant and Coordinator in the National Seminar on "Role of Government in the Era of Globalisation, organized by the P.G.Dept of Economics, S,D, College, Alappuzha on 9-01-2007.
• Other Seminars/ Workshops 
•   Participated in the Seminar on "Knowledge Economies" organized by the P.G.Dept of Economics, S.D. College, Alappuzha on 2-1-2008. 
• Participated in the Research Methodology Workshop organized by The Dept of Applied Economics CUSAT during 18-20, Feb 1991. 
•   Participant in the UGC Sponsored seminar on "Decentralisation of Planning, Policy and Techniques" conducted by St. Thomas College, Kozencheri on 06-08, Feb 1990. 
• Presenter and Resource Person for two day Workshop on "Early Childhood Care and Education" organized by the Office of the State Project Director, District Primary Education Programme, 01-02 Aug 2002 at Rajagiri College. 
• Participant and Resource Person in the Creative Residential Workshop for the preparation of a manual for PPTTC from 06-09 Jan 2004, by the SCERT, Thiruvananthapuram-12. 
• Resource Person for Demonstrative Training Class for Teachers on "Making of Low-Cost Toys and Teaching Aids for Joyful Learning" organized by the ICDS Project, Social Welfare Department, on 04-05 Sept 2000, Alappuzha.

Memberships

•  Member of the Advisory Committee, Carmel Polytechnic College, Punnapra, Alappuzha (Since 1996).
• Life Member (LF/729/103/200). Indian Academy of Social Sciences, Iswar Saran Ashram Campus, Allahabad 211004.
• Life Member, The Indian Society for Technical Education. (LM 123002). §  Memberships in various, social and residential level organisations in various capacities.

Teaching Interest

• Economics and related areas.
• Various topics related to environment, resource utilization, local level development.. etc.

Research Interest

• Hands-on Research in Engineering and Technology. 
• Development of Indigenous technology with special emphasis to recycling.

Other Areas of Interest

• SOCIAL WORK - in the form of organizing awareness classes & imparting training through development and demonstration of appropriate technologies for recycling materials to low income  groups, students and teachers so as to get ideas about 'USE OF THE USED', build confidence, create inventiveness with a view to develop low-cost teaching devices for Joyful Learning so as to suit 'There is no waste, it is a misplaced resource' and to become self-employed.  
• RESOURCE PERSON Under Governmental and NGOs for the last 45 years for imparting skill development among villagers, teachers, students and officials at various levels such as Community Development Through Polytechnics under MHRD GOI, Changanacherry Social Service Society, World Vision, Social Welfare Department, Education Department, National Service Scheme - University of Kerala, Centre for Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Kerala.
• DESIGNING AND MAKING OF FANCY ITEMS using new indigenous technologies (low cost high priced), models making, fabric painting, spray painting etc. Designed and made more than 200 products based on recycling and using low cost/no-cost locally available and eco-friendly raw materials. In this area developed more than 28 electrical and mechanical machines and equipment, which are having vast social relevance and employment potential.

Expertise

•  Indigenous Technology Development & Awareness Classes. 
• Demonstrative Training Classes in making of good use of Waste materials under the Caption "USE OF THE USED".
• Effective & Efficient utilization of locally available low-cost and no-cost resources.
• Development of creativity among teachers and student community at large.

Subjects handled

•  Economics and various branches in Economics, Sustainable Engineering, Paper Engineering etc.

FDP’s, Trainings/Certificate Courses

• A. University Grants Commission Refresher Courses conducted by the Academic Staff College, University of Kerala for College Teachers in Economics. 1. From 17-11-98 to 8-12-98, 2. From 9-11-2000 to 30-11-2000. 3. From 1-9-2004 to 22-9-2004, 4. From 6-8-2005 to 27-8-2005 
• B. National Service Scheme Orientation/Refresher Training Courses organised by the Training and Orientation Centre, Kerala, Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kalamassery. 1. Orientation Course 24-02nd Aug 1995, 2. Refresher Training Course 23-27th Sept 1996, 3. Refresher Training Course 02-06th Sept 1997
• C.  F D Ps organized by Carmel Engg. College & ISTE. 
• 1. From 20-22 June 2018
• 2. From 11-13 July 2019, by Carmel Engg. College & ISTE. 
• 3. NPTEL-AICTE FDP, HRD, GOI Jan-Apr 2019.
• D. Attended Six Webinars organized by Intellectual Property Rights Information Centre-Kerala, Kerala State Council for Science and Environment, Thiruvananthapuram on Topics related to Patents.

Achievements

• 1.PATENTS FROM THE GOVERNMENT OF INDIA 
• A. Multi-Purpose Machine (Patent No : 286299 -11-08-2017)
• RELEVANCE
• Increase the industrial efficiency by completing multiple tasks with lesser space and lesser number of employees. This can be used for performing different functions on wood and metals, simultaneously or independently, include cutting, carving, grinding, buffing, turning, shaping, milling and drilling. 
• B. Paper Pulveriser cum Grinder (Patent No: 291987-23-0-1-2018)
• RELEVANCE
• Play a crucial role in the process of converting used paper into a number of valuable articles like toys, teaching devices, puppets, glasses, plates, trays, lamp shades, flower vases, vessels for planting  orchids, decorative and fancy items, packing materials for sensitive and breakable items, handmade art paper, false ceilings and a number of other handicrafts and useful articles. This machine also helps in grinding the hard surfaces of raw materials like coconut shells, iron and other metals to smoothen the surface. This multi-utility aspect of the machine makes it a truly unique machine capable of wide applications in cottage and village industries. 
•   2. NATIONAL RECOGNITIONS
• A. NATIONAL INNOVATION FOUNDATION (DST, GOI -2001) for Designing and Making of a MULTI-PURPOSE MACHINE having much social relevance as shown above. 
•   B. BHARAT VIKAS AWARD (2017) National award instituted by the Institute of Self Reliance, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, for Loyalty, diligence and outstanding performance in the field of Use of the Used. 
• 3. BY OTHER INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS for outstanding contributions to the society in the field of developing and implementing appropriate technologies for utilizing used materials and local level resources into eco-friendly products, thus implementing innovations in recycling waste products into value added products. 
•  A. SAYAM RATNA PURASKAR (2017)  By the Junior Chamber International. 
• B. EXCELLENCE AWARD (2017-18) By the Lions Clubs International.
• C. VOCATIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD (2018-19) By the Rotary International 
• 4. OTHER REPUTED INSTITUTIONS AND ORGANISATIONS 
•   A. PHOENIX AWARD (2018) by the Carmel College of Engineering and Technology " a self-made man and the zeal with which you inspire many to have a world of no waste. Two patents from the Government of India,…… many other awards to your effort for the USE of the USED and, moreover, your exemplary commitment to the teaching career set an example to be followed. We are fortunate to have your service in Carmel Campus, Alappuzha." 
• B. ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE AWARD 2020 by the Carmel College, Muhamma, for exemplary contributions to Science & Technology for the benefit of our Society at large.
•   C. Dr. E.G. SURESH FOUNDATION-EXCELLENCE AWARD (2018) - for outstanding contributions to society in the field of recycling and 'Use of the Used'. 
• 5. AWARDS BY YOGAKSHEMA SABHA- for unique contributions to Science & Technology in developing and implementing innovations for the benefit of our society.
• D. PRATHIBHA RATNA STATE AWARD (2019) 
• E. SASTHRA RATNA AWARD (2018) DISTRICT LEVEL 
• F. KARMOJWAL AWARD (2018) 
• G. Doctor of Letters (D. Litt.) 2018. by UNIVERSITY OF ASIA, on the nomination of Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Research & Development Centre, India, recommended by Carmel College of Engineering and Technology.

Positions held

• Prof. and Head, P.G.Department of Economics, S.D.College, Alappuzha. 
• Programme Officer, NSS, University of Kerala.
• President, Planning Forum, S.D.College, Alappuzha.
• Founder and Former President and Managing Director of Adi Sankaracharya Social and Educational Trust, Alappuzha.
• Secretary,Yogakshema Sabha, Alappuzha.
• Treasurer, Yogakshema Sabha, Alappuzha.

Visits/Testimonials

• Visits/Testimonials by Globally/Nationally Reputed Personalities
• 1. Dr. Michael J. Lenaghan (Chair of Teaching Excellence Professor, Miami Dade College, US, erstwhile Chairperson of Global Peace Foundation, also holding various coveted positions in international level Educational Institutions)
• "..….invented a series of concepts, skills and strategies that can transform the environment of people and their economic potential. You have demonstrated information, insight, and inspiration worthy of a Michael Angelo, Thomas Edison, or other inventors whose genius will change parts of or all the world" 
• 2. Dr. Sahil Karkhanis from IIT, Bombay §  "I well and humbly believe that the implications of an innovation such as yours are far beyond the imagination of any of us. 'The Multipurpose Engine' has vast social relevance…….After the opportunity to see the innovation for myself my belief is only further strengthened………"
• 3. Dr. Bort Von Tendeloo, Scientist from Belgium
• "the greatest genius and self-made man I've ever met in my entire life……the visit to your house, full of wonderful inventions……was really an incredible and unforgettable revelation to me. You showed and proved us that it is indeed possible to produce new machines for different purposes…. You are the owner of a creative mind…"
• Apart from the above, received a number of testimonials from Dr. M. K. Sukumaran, Professor from CUST, Prof. P. K. Muhammed, National Coordinator-NSS-TOC, Dr. K. Sivadasan Pillai (Winner of President's Award), Director, Population Education Resource Centre and CACEE, University of Kerala, State level Programme Officers, Coordinators of various NGO's……. to mention a few of them.

Telecasts/Broadcasts

•  NDTV 24/7, NDTV INDIA, NDTV PROFIT
• PART-1(Excerpts) https://youtu.be/2Lud_1kgLw4
• PART-2(Excerpts) https://youtu.be/PHlM-SuBBxM
• DD MALAYALAM SPECIAL INTERVIEW-45 MINUTES https://youtu.be/A_-fluKXoYQ
• ASIANET-INTERVIEW-19 MINUTES https://youtu.be/h4UvOScFh4o
• ALL INDIA RADIO-INTERVIEW-28 MTS https://youtu.be/mkvfOLMzsDs
• AIR- RECOLLECTIONS OF A SCIENTIST-18 MTS      https://youtu.be/dLpQLPapMUc
• GLOBAL FM-PRATHIBHA LOKAM-PART-1 23 MTS https://youtu.be/9IDxwjSAr1Y
• GLOBAL FM-PRATHIBHA LOKAM-PART-2 25 MTS https://youtu.be/lDXw76ur7DU 
• GLOBAL FM-PRATHIBHA LOKAM-PART-3 32 MTS      https://youtu.be/1PhW-iYjdwc 
• NEYTHAL FM-INTERVIEW-54 MTS https://youtu.be/aY1C7CKBJZY 
• VARIOUS PROGRAMMES IN OTHER TV CHANNELS

Exhibition CCET

• ARTS AND CRAFTS EXHIBITION.TECHFEST 2018     https://youtu.be/ddPBkqqXvwk

Publications on me

• INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE ARAVIND NEWS ON ME      https://aravind.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Feb-2018.pdf

Website

https://www.facebook.com/nalandanarayanan