Dr. C. S. Shaijumon
Area of Research
Education
- Ph D in Economics (University of Kerala)
- Fulbright Scholar, United Sates Education Foundation of India
- MA Analytical Economics(University of Kerala)
- BA Economics (University of Kerala)
Funded Project
- Lifeline of Remote India-A national study on Telemedicine, Major Proect in the category of "Novel and Pathbreaking Research", Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Govt of India
- Space Technology and its Mediation into the Socio-Economic Space of Households of India
- Technology Diffusion in Agriculture
- RCI Southern Regional Feedback study with DECU/ISRO
- “A perspective Study on Tele-medicine Mobile Van utilization” Feedback study with DECU/ISRO
- Research on “Space Technology and Education Sector of Kerala”
- Local Links and Impacts: The Influence of Local Institutions of Regional Development, A Case Study of ISRO Village Resource Centers.
- Innovation and Inclusive Growth of India.
Teaching Interest
As a teacher of economics, I would like the students to experience the charm of economics with real world examples and explain economic concepts and analytic skills intuitively so that the students can form the habit of thinking like economists and make optimal decisions. I try my level best to make economic knowledge and ways of thinking a life-long wealth for the students, which will ultimately help them to succeed in their careers. Teaching is a learning process. I have been improving my teaching and research skills by observing my students. My teaching interest are majorly in Technology diffusion and economic development, macroeconomy, Indian economy, and space economics.
Research Projects
- "Lifline of Remote India: A Study on Tele Medicine Units in India", Major Proect in the category of "Novel and Pathbreaking Research", Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Govt of India
- “Space Technology and its Mediation into the Socio-Economic Space of Households of India”, IIST and DECU, Govt. of India, 24 lakhs.
- “Perspective study of Tele-Medicine mobile van utilization” – DECU, ISRO, Govt. of India.
- “Feedback Study on Rehabilitation Council of India – EDUSAT Network: Southern Regions”, Development and Education Communication Unit (DECU), ISRO, Govt. of India.
- “Local Links and Impacts, the Role of Village Resource Centers in Regional Development” IIST Trivandrum. (5.3 lakhs).
Membership in Professional bodies
- Member, Board of Studies, Fatima Mata National College, Kollam
- Member, Board of Studies, St. Theresa's College, Ernakulum
- Member, Working Group, Kerala State Planning Board
- Editorial Board Member, Journal of Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development, Springer International
- Editorial Board Member, International Journal for Research in Social Sciences, Multidisciplinary Research Academy
- Member, Indian Economics Society
- Member, Indian Society of Agricultural Marketing
- Member, Fulbright Alumni Association
- Peer Review Board Member, Journal of Advancement in Science and Technology Research, Japan
- Peer Review Board Member, Herald Journal of Geography and Regional Planning.
- Peer Review Board Member, Kerala Sociologist, Journal of the Kerala Sociological Society.
- Peer Review Board Member, Journal of Agricultural and Crop Research, JACR
- Kavya Murali Parthasarathy, Shaijumon C S & Vaishnav Prakash, "Neuroeconomics for Astronauts Well-being: Enhancing Decision-making and Social Interactions in Microgravity", in the session on 'Space Bioastronautics, Space Medicine, Life Support Systems - Session 1', Global Space Exploration Conference (GLEX-2025), 7-9 May, New Delhi.
- Shaijumon C S, "The Power of Multidisciplinary Approaches in Addressing Real-World Challenges:Insights from Space Economics and Neuroeconomics", Teresian Centenary International Multidisciplinary Conclave (TCIMC-2024), St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam, 16th December 2024.
- Shaijumon C S, “Role of Indian Space Economy in Shaping National Growth”, in the panel discussion on ‘Fueling the Space Economy: Fiscal Strategies and Investment Landscapes’, at the Indian Space Conclave 2024’, Indian Space Association, New Delhi, 5th November, 2024
- Shaijumon C S, “Contribution of Space on Nation's Economy and Growth”, keynote lecture at the dedicated seminar on “International Space Conference” in the Mahatma Mandir Convention and Exhibition Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, 11th January 2024
- Shaijumon C S (2023), "Indian Space Economy: Green GDP", Invited presentation at the National Workshop on "Earth Observation for Climate Services", organized by National Information System for Climate and Environment Studies (NICES), ISRO, at the Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation Research Centre, Ooty, 20th February 2023.
- Shaijumon C S (2022), ""Economic Impact and Utility evaluation of Telemedicine in India", in the session on 'Satellites in achieving universal broadband', at the Indian Space congress 2022, Hotel Le Meridian, New Delhi 26-28 October 2022.
- Shaijumon C S (2022), "Expenditure of Govt of Kerala: Structural Problems", in the International Webinar on "Post covid recovery of Kerala economy", PG Dept of Economics, MG College, 24th March
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "Analysis of Macroeconomic Impact of Covid19 in India", in the National Webinar on 'Socio-Economic Prospects of Covid19', MES Kalladi College, Mannarkad, Kerala 15th July 2020 (Online)
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "Socio-Economic Impact of Covid-19", in the National Webinar on "Resurgence of Society in the Post Covid-19 Scenario" conducted by Sree Ayyappa College for Women, Chunkankadai, Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu, 8-10 June 2020 (Online)
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "India's Economic Policy Responses of the Macroeconomic Impact of Covid-19", in the International Webinar on "Economic Impact of Covid-19", conducted by Department of Economics, St. Theresa's College, Ernakulam, 25-27 May 2020 (Online)
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "Writing Fundable Research Projects and Getting Avenues for Project Funding in Social Sciences", in the International Seminar or 'Gateway to Research and UGC Care list Publications", University of Calicut, 4th March 2020.
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "Economic Slowdown of India: A Theoratical Explanation", in the National Seminar on "India's Economic Slowdown: Cyclical or Structural", Department of Economics, Governement Arts College, Trivandrum, 16-18 January 2020
- Shaijumon C S (2019), "Role of Women for Achieving Inclusive Growth of India", in the National Seminar on "Women Empowerment: Issues, Challenges and Prospects", Department of Economics, NSS Hindu College, Changanasserry, 24-25 September 2019.
- Shaijumon C S (2019), “Prospering Economy and Sinking Government: Development Paradox of Kerala Economy”, International Round Table Conference on ‘Rebuilding Kerala Economy: Time for a Paradigm Shift’, jointly organized by Institute of New Economic Thinking New York and Centre for Public Policy Research Institute Cochin, 22-23 March 2019.
- Shaijumon C S (2019), “Sustainable Fiscal Consolidation: The Way Ahead”, in the state Seminar on “ Kerala State Finances: Performance, Challenges & The Way Ahead”, St. Michael’s College, Cherthala, 21st March, 2019.
- Pavanam Thomas & Shaijumon C S (2019), “India China Bilateral Trade and Economic Relations” in the International Conference on ‘Engaging the Rising China: Strategic Options for the Emerging India’, Institute of Contemporary Chinese Studies, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala 15-16 March, 2019.
- “Make in India: Brand India Globally” National Management Convention and South India Conclave, Vaikom Management Association, Vasundara Sarovar, Cherthala, 11th November 2017
- “Unlocking India – US Trade Potential, Embassy of United States of America, Taj West End, Bangalore 07-08th November 2017
- "Institutions, Innovation and Agriculture Development in India", International Seminar on Globalisation and India's Innovation Systems: A 'Creative Destruction"?, Business Innovation and Incubation Centre, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, 4-6 February 2017.
- "Make in India, Made in India and Make for India", International Conference on Understanding Contemporary India, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 14-15 January 2016.
- "Space Technology and Economic Development of India", UGC National Seminar on "Changing Drivers of Economic Progress: The Role of Emerging Sectors", Department of Economics, Govt College, Nedumangadu, 15-16 December, 2015.
- "Space Technology and Knowledge Management in Agriculture", 10th Annual Conference of Knowledge Forum on "Technology, Growth and Sustainability", Indian National Academy of Engineering, National Institute of Advance Studies (NIAS), Bangalore, November 27-28, 2015.
- “E-Governance and Kerala Society”, UGC National Seminar on " E-governance and Kerala Society: Prospects and Challenges, N.S.S Hindu college Changanasserry, September 10, 2015.
- “Technology Diffusion and Economic Development”, in the National Seminar on “Innovation in Engineering Sciences, Viswajyothi College of Engineering, Ernakulam, July 02, 2015
- “Economic Growth and Development of India: The Neo Liberal Perspective”, UGC National Seminar on “Living with Neo Liberalism: India’s Tryst with Market and the Marginalized”, Department of Political Science, VTM NSS College, Dhanavachapuram, March 16, 2015.
- “Changing Indo-US Economic Relations: Prospects and Challenges after Global Financial Crisis” in the National Conference on Asian Re-balancing and the Changing Dimensions of Indo-US Relations, January 9-10, 2014, Department of Political Science, Kariavattom Campus, Thiruvananthapuram
- “Autonomy a Key to Academic Success”, in the National Conference on Autonomy of Higher Education, 28th February, 2014, Kerala State Higher Education Council.
- “National Budget 2014-15: A Pro Growth Budget”, in the National Seminar on Union Budget 2014-15, on 22/07/2014 in the Department of Economics, Fatima Matha National College, Kollam
- “Space Technology Institution for Technology Diffusion and Development in Agriculture: A Case Study”, International Conference on Leveraging Institutional Innovations for Agricultural Development 18-20 November 2014, Agricultural Economics Research Association of India (AERA), Raichur, Karnataka.
- “Workshop on Building Partnerships: Role of Indian Institutions in Supporting the Fulbright Program”, by Public Affairs Section, US Embassy and USIEF, Hotel Vivanta by Taj-Surya, Coimbatore, April 18-19, 2013
- “India and the Eurozone Crisis: Renewed Role of IMF”, in the International Conference on India and International Organizations on 20-22 March, 2013, Central University of Kerala, Kasargode.
- “Role of Village Resource Centers in Technology Diffusion and Development”, 2012 UNESCO Chair International Conference on Technologies for Sustainable Development: A Way to Reduce Poverty, in Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL), Lausanne, Switzerland, 29-31 May, 2012.
- “National Budget – what is in it”, Lecture at Fatima Mata National College, Kollam, March 26, 2012
- "Live Kerala Budget discussion, Manorama News, 19th March 2012
- “Global Financial Crisis from the perspective of India”, Naipunya International Academy, Cochin, 25th February 2012
- “Indo US Trade Relations: Key for Global Trade Balance?” in the conference on “India and the United States in the 21st Century” Conference on American Studies, organized by St. Thomas College, Palai and US Consulate General Chennai, July 27th to 28th 2011.
- “How Union Budget 2011-12 will affect the Indian Economy”, Talk and discussion, Kerala State Civil Services Academy, Trivandrum, March 6, 2011
- “Live Discussion on Union Budget 2011-12”, with Finance minister of Kerala Dr. Thomas Isaac, Mr. Joseph Vazhakkan, Union minister Mr. KV Thomas, former minister Mr. O Rajagopal, Planning Board Member Dr. KN Harilal, Doordarsan, Trivandrum, February 28, 2011.
- “Inflation control and Sustainability of Indian Economy”, Pre Budget talk and discussion, Naipunya International, Cochin, February 27, 2011.
- “Present Status of Indian Economy: A Macro economic approach”, Invited talk at VTM NSS College, Dhanuvachapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, February 23, 2010.
- “Integration of global markets – A tussle of sovereignty Vs. subjugation?” with Dr. M. Michael Raj, in the International Conference on “Development Vs Deprivation in the Era of Globalization”, December 14-15, 2009, Mascot Hotel Thiruvananthapuram, Dept. of Economics, University of Kerala.
- “Neo-Liberal Reforms, Global Financial Crisis and the Economy of Kerala”, with Dr. M Michael Raj, in the National Seminar on “Globalization and Agrarian Crisis in South India”, March 11-12, 2009, Department of Political Science, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.
- “Sustainable and inclusive agriculture: A healthier economic strategy for emerging India” Paper presented in the Silver Jubilee International Conference on ‘Emerging India: Strategic Options in the New Century’ held from 26-28 February 2008 at the School of Politics and International relations, Mahatma Gandhi University.
- “Agriculture in Indian and Civil Society Organizations: A symbiotic relationship” Theme paper presentation in the Fulbright International Conference, January 20-23, 2008 Katmandu, Nepal.
- “Making infrastructure work for poor” in the session ‘Political Economy of Infrastructure and Economic Development’ in International Studies Association Conference, March 1-5, 2005, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA.
- Shaijumon C s, "National Budget 2025-26: Stimulating Balanced Growth", Invited Lecture at TKM Institute of Management, 28th March, 2025
- Shaijumon C S, "Bridging disciplines for Innovation: Lessons from Space Economics and Neuroeconomics", Special lecture at the session 'Interdisciplinary Research in Social Science: Trends & Insights' at the National Seminar on "Navigating New Frontiers: Trends & Insights in Interdisciplinary Research," HHMSPBNSS College for Women, 17th February 2025.
- Shaijumon C S, "Space Economics, Trade, Fiscal Policy and Global Dynamics - Analysis and Development", IN-SPACe Short-term skill development course on 'Space Law, Policy, Economics and Benefits', Bengaluru 13th February, 2025
- Shaijumon C S, "Exploring various methodologies for the estimation of Indian Space Economy", IN-SPACe, ISRO, 25th November, 2024
- Shaijumon C S, “Role of Indian Space Economy in Shaping National Growth”, in the panel discussion on ‘Fueling the Space Economy: Fiscal Strategies and Investment Landscapes’, at the Indian Space Conclave 2024’, Indian Space Association, New Delhi, 5th November, 2024
- Shaijumon C S, “Capital Infusion as Amrit Kaal Development Philosophy: Union Budget 2024-25”, Invited lecture at the National Symposium on Union Budget 2024-25, PG Department of Economics, Fatima Mata National College, Kollam, 5th August 2024
- Shaijumon C S, “Amrit Kaal Strategy: National Budget 2024-25” Invited Lecture at the Department of Economics, Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram, 20th February 2024.
- Shaijumon C S, “Discussion on Union Budget 2024-25” Invited lecture at the Post Graduate Department of Commerce and Department of Management Studies, Christ Nagar College, Trivandrum 22nd January 2024.
- Shaijumon C S, “Contribution of Space on Nation's Economy and Growth”, keynote lecture at the dedicated seminar on “International Space Conference” in the Mahatma Mandir Convention and Exhibition Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, 11th January 2024
- Shaijumon C S, "Promote demand generation and create awareness", Conference on 'Decadal vision and strategy for Indian space economy' at NIAS Bangalore, Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe), 25th July 2023
- Shaijumon C S, "National Budget 2023-24: A Vision for Amritkaal", Invited Lecture at the Institute of Cost Accounts of India, Cochin Chapter, 16th February 2023.
- Shaijumon C S, "International Economic Institutions and it effectiveness during recession", Invited Lecture at the PG Dept of Management, SCM School of Business, Cochin, 16th February 2023
- Shaijumon C S, "National Budget 2023-24: An Analysis", Department Economics, University of Kerala, Karyavattom Campus, 15th February 2023
- Shaijumon C S, "Discussion on the Union Budget 2023-24", PG Dept of Commerce and Dept of Managment Studies, Christ Nagar College, Thiruvananthapuram, 14th February 2023.
- Shaijumon C S, "Fourth Industrial Revolution and Career in Economics", PG Dept of Economics, St. Theresa's College, Ernakulam, 25th January 2023
- Shaijumon C S, "Economics: The key to life and career during Industry 4.0", Department of Economics, Govt. Women's college, Thiruvananthapuram, 10th October 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "Career in Economics during Industry 4.0", Lecture at the online induction program, Dept of Economics, University of Kerala, 20th August 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "Changing Pattern of Public Investment for Wealth Creation through Financial Markets", Confernce in connection with Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), Dept of Investment & Public Asset Management (DIPAM), Govt of India 10th June 2022.
- Sunil Mani, VK Dadhwal, Shaijumon C S, "India's Space Economy 2011-12 to 2020-21: Its Size and Structure", Online Webinar at Centre for Development Studies, 25th March 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "Career Planning for Economics Graduates", Online lecture at PG Dept of Economics, St. Theresa's College, 14th March 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "Career Planning for Economics Graduates", Online lecture at PG Dept of Economics, NSS College Pandalam, 8th March 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "Amrit Kaal, the 25 year long leadup to India@100", Panel Discussion on Union Budget 2022-23, Christ Nagar College, 16th February 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "Big takeaways of the National Budget 2022-23", Online lecture at the PG Dept of Commerce, MG College, 15th February 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "National Budget 2022-23: Amrit Kaal, the 25 year long leadup to India@100", Online lecture at PG Dept of Commerce, NSS College Nilamel, 10th February 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "National Budget 2022-23: Capex to push for virtuous cycle", Online lecture at the PG Dept of Economics, VTMNSS College, 9th February 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "National Budget 2022-23: Amrit Kaal, the 25 year long leadup to India@100", Online lecture at the Berchman's Institute of Management Studies, 8th February 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "Post covid recovery of Indian economy", Dept. of Economics, SN College Chempazhanthy, 7th January, 2022
- Shaijumon C S, "Strategies for preparing civil services examination", Online lecture at St. Dominic's College, Kanjirappally, 4th December, 2021
- Shaijumon C S, "Pandemic Windfalls and Billionaires Boom", Economics Association Inauguration and Invited online lecture, PG Dept of Economics, SB College Changanasserry, 1st December 2021
- Shaijumon C S, “Possibilities for Improvements in the collection of Non-Tax Revenue”, Pre-Budget Meeting of economists of Kerala State by Hon. Finance Minister of Kerala, Govt Legislative Secretariat, 18th November 2021.
- Shaijumon C S, “Career Planning for Economics Graduates” Special Address (Online) for the induction program for MA Students at Department of Economics, Kerala University, Karyavattom, 13th October 2021
- Shaijumon C S, “Economic and Business Climate of Kerala”, Online Discussion with US Consul General Judith Ravin on July 13, 2021
- Shaijumon C S, “Telemedicine and its economic impacts”, in the National Webinar on Telemedicine and its applications for the common man during Covid pandemic, Space Industry Exhibitors, July 10 to 12, 2021
- Discussant in the session “The Downside of Kerala Model of Development”, by Prof. K P Kannan, in the National Webinar on Kerala Economy in Transition, Gulati Institute of Finance and Taxation, 11th July 2021
- Shaijumon C S, “Kerala Budget Analysis 2021”, Online Lecture at the PG Dept of Economics, St. Theresa’s College, Ernakulam. 21 June 2021
- Shaijumon C S, “Wonder that is the Indian Economy”, Invited online lecture for Library members, SNV Library, Peringamala, Kalliyoor 6th June 2021.
- Shaijumon C S, “Space Economy of India”, in the Webinar series conducted by EcoWings, PG Dept of Economics and Research Centre, Govt Womens College, Thiruvananthapuram 10 May 2021
- Shaijumon C S (2021) Discussant for the Webinar on “Kerala Economy in Transition” by K P Kannan, Gulati Institute of Finance and Taxation (GIFT), Govt. Of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, 11th June 2021.
- Shaijumon C S (2021) Chaired a session on the Five day National Webinar on Covid-19: Vulnerability, Adaptation and Capacity Building among Tribal Communities, organized by Department of Sociology, University of Kerala in association with Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram, held on 15th to 19th March 2021. 18th March.
- Shaijumon C S (2021) “Resource status of Union Budget 2021-22”, in the National Webinar on “Union Budget 2021-2: Medicine, Vaccine or Handwash?” organized by Dept of Journalism and Mass Communication, Mar Ivanios College, Trivandrum, 5th February 2021
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "Economic Impact of Covid 19 Pandemic in India", Online Lecture for journalism students at Mathrubhumi Media School, Ernakulam, 27th November, 2020.
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "New Agriculture Act and Indian Agriculture Sector", National Webinar at the PG Department of Economics, SB College, Changanasserry, 5th November 2020.
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "Role of Diplomacy in International Economic Relations" in the "Welcome for New Diplomats" webinar meeting of newly recruited IFS Officers from Kerala, 6th October 2020.
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "You are Unique", Lecture and interaction with the students of 10th, 11th & 12th on Gandhi Jayathi Day, Kendriya Vidhyalaya, Aakkulam, 2nd October 2020.
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "Lecture on Higher Studies and Careers in Economics", Jay's Academy, Trivandrum, 27th September 2020
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "Impact of Covid19 in Indian Economy", Space Engineers Association Webinar Series, conducted by Space Engineers Association, Thiruvananthapuram, 5th September 2020.
- Shaijumon C S (2020),"Socio-Economic Challenges of Coastal People of Kerala During Covid19", Webinar at the Department of Environmental Sciences, University of Kerala, Karyavattom, 22nd August 2020.
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "Economic Policy Responses of Centre and State Governments during the Covid19 Induced Recession", Webinar at the Department of Economics, Government College, Ambalappuzha, 30th July 2020.
- Shaijumon C S (2020), "Role of 'Big Banks' in the future growth of Indian Economy", Keynote address and Inauguration of Economic Association, Department of Economics, DB College Sasthamkotta, 29th January 2020.
- Shaijumon C S (2019), "How to Write Fundable Research Project Proposals", Invited Lecture to the Humanities, Social sciences & commerce faculty, IQAC Fatima Mata National College, Kollam, 17th October 2019.
- Shaijumon C S (2019), "Dream Before your Dreams can Come True", NITI Ayog & Youth for Seva Lecture for school children at Govt. HSS Kadakkal, 15th October 2019
- Shaijumon C S (2019), "Challenges and Policy Options of Indian Economy for Achieving Inclusive Growth", Department of Commerce, University of Kerala, Karyavattom Campus, 21st June
- Shaijumon C S (2019), "How to Build a Proper Career during the Changing Indian Economy", Lecture at the Career and Placement Cell, University College, Trivandrum 17th May
- “Challenges and Opportunities of Present Indian Economy”, Lecture at the Department of Economics, St. Dominic’s College, Kanjirapally, 22nd January, 2019
- “Challenges and Opportunities of Present Indian Economy”, Lecture at the Department of Economics, HH M S P B N S S College for Women, Neeramankara, Thiruvananthapuram, 12th December, 2018.
- “Global Economic Changes and its reflections on Indian Economy”, Lecture at the Department of Economics, NSS College, Pandalam, 09 November, 2018.
- “The art of Motivated Teaching “, Lecture at the Refresher Course for University teachers, Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, 30 July ,2018.
- "Economic Reforms in India", Lecture for PG Students, Central University of Kerala, Kasargod, 20-21 March, 2018
- "Union Budget 2018-19", Lecture at the Dept of Economics, Fatima Matha National College, Kollam, 7th February, 2018
- "Macroeconomic Impact of GST", Lecture at the Dept of Economics, St. Theresa's College, Ernakulam, 6th February, 2018
- “Need of Interdisciplinary Approach in Social Science Research”, Special Winter School Refresher Course for University Teachers, UGC Human Resource Development Center, University of Calicut, 13th December 2017.
- “Lecture on GST”, NSS Hindu College, Pandalam, 24th August 2017
- “National Budget in the light of Demonetization”, Lecture at Department of Economics, NSS College, Nilamel, 21st, March 2017.
- “International and Domestic Economic Policy Changes and its Impacts on Indian Economy”, Walk with Scholar program, Department of Economics, Government Women’s College, Thiruvananthapuram, 6th March, 2017.
- “International Financial Institutions and Trade Blocks”, Lecture at SCMS College of Business, Cochin, 23rd February, 2017
- “National Budget 2017-18: Is it an answer to the problems of Demonetisation”, Department of Economics, Fatima Matha National College, Kollam, 9th February, 2017.
- “Lecture on Demonetization and its impacts”, to the IIST Staff on 12th January 2017.
- “Demonetization and its impacts on Real Estate sector of India”, Keynote address at the Seminar on Demonetization by State Bank of India & Artech Builders, Pattom Royal, Trivandrum, 17th December 2016.
- “Course and career opportunities”, at the meeting of IIST@Schools, Thalasserry, Kannur 26th November, 2016
- “Structure and ways of mobilizing non-tax revenue after the introduction of GST”, at the meeting of Kerala State Planning Board working group on 13th Five year Plan of Kerala, 15th November, 2016
- “International Financial Crisis and Indian Economy”, at the KN Raj Study Center for Planning and Centre-State Financial Relations, MG University, Kottayam, 26th October, 2016
- “Importance of mobilizing more non-tax revenue for the state of Kerala”, at the meeting of Kerala State Planning Board working group on 13th Five year Plan of Kerala, 29th September, 2016
- “Role of Model United Nations in shaping the personality of students”, Keynote address at Christ Nagar International School Model United Nations, 23rd August 2016
- “Methodology of Economics for Engineering Students”, Invited lecture for the faculty from all engineering colleges of Kerala at APJ Abdulkalam Technical University of Kerala, 12th August 2016
- "BREXIT and its Economic Implications", Invited Lecture at YMCA Trivandrum, July 29, 2016.
- "International Trade Blocks, Economics Institutions and Macro Economy of the World", Lecture at SCMS Cochin School of Business, Cochin, May 12, 2016.
- "Contemporary Economic Developments of the World & Opportunities in the Subject Economics"Invited Lecture for PG Students, University College, Trivandrum, March 15, 2016.
- "National Budget 2016-17: An Analysis", PG Dept. of Economics, Fatima Mata National College, Kollam, March 02, 2016.
- "Make in India"Invited Lecrure at Department of Atomic Energy, Trivandrum, March 1, 2016.
- "Rapporteur" in the "Global Education Meet", Hotel Leela International, 29-30 January, 2016
- “Macro Economic Crisis of India and the World”, General Lecture Series, Central University of Kerala, Kasargode, October 30, 2015
- “Global Financial Crisis”, Economics Lecture Series, Department of Economics, Basaleus College, Kottayam, September 23, 2015.
- “Latest Economic Development in India and the World” Lecture at Department of Economics, Fatima Mata National College, Kollam, July 29, 2015
- “Positives and Negatives of National Budget 2015-16”, Lecture at the Department of Economics, VTM NSS College, Dhanavachapuram, March 11, 2015
- “International Trade Blocks and Financial Groups” Lecture at SCMS Institute, Cochin, May 13, 2015.
- “National Budget Analysis”, Lecture at the Department of Economics, MG College, Thiruvananthapuram, March 17, 2015
- “India and the Eurozone Crisis: Renewed Role of IMF”, in the International Conference on India and International Organizations on 20-22 March, 2013, Central University of Kerala, Kasargode.
- Workshop on “Building Partnerships: Role of Indian Institutions in Supporting the Fulbright Program”, by Public Affairs Section, US Embassy and USIEF, Hotel Vivanta by Taj-Surya, Coimbatore, April 18-19, 2013
- One-day workshop on “Conflict Resolution and Negotiation” by Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Consulate General, Chennai, July 13, 2013, at DC School of Management and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram
- “Indian Science Congress 2012”, Bhubaneswar 3-7 January, 2012.
- “Technology and Economic Development”, video conferencing with SB College, Changanasserry, 2nd March 2012
- Bangalore Space Expo 2012, Antrix Corporation ISRO, 12-15 September, 2012, at BMIEC, Bangalore
- “National Seminar on Science, Technology and Society: Emerging Scenario”, 07-09 December 2012, Department of Humanities & Kerala Sociology Society, IIST.
- “Role of Village Resource Centers in Technology Diffusion and Development”, 2012 UNESCO Chair International Conference on Technologies for Sustainable Development: A Way to Reduce Poverty, in Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL), Lausanne, Switzerland, 29-31 May, 2012.
- “National Budget – what is in it”, Lecture at Fatima Mata National College, Kollam, March 26, 2012
- Live Kerala Budget discussion, Manorama News, 19th March 2012
- “Technology and Economic Development”, video conferencing with SB College, Changanasserry, 2nd March 2012
- “Global Financial Crisis from the perspective of India”, Naipunya International Academy, Cochin, 25th February 2012
- International Conference on American Studies, “India and the United States in the 21st Century” St. Thomas College, Palai and US Consulate General Chennai, July 27th to 28th 2011.
- Pre Budget Talk and discussion, Kerala State Civil Services Academy, Trivandrum, March 6, 2011
- “Live Discussion on Union Budget 2011-12”, with Finance minister of Kerala Dr. Thomas Isaac, Mr. Joseph Vazhakkan, Union minister Mr. KV Thomas, former minister Mr. O Rajagopal, Planning Board Member Dr. KN Harilal, Doordarsan, Trivandrum, February 28, 2011.
- Pre Budget talk and discussion, Naipunya International, Cochin, February 27, 2011.
- Invited talk at VTM NSS College, Dhanuvachapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, February 23, 2010.
- “Integration of global markets – A tussle of sovereignty Vs. subjugation?” with Dr. M. Michael Raj, in the International Conference on “Development Vs Deprivation in the Era of Globalization”, December 14-15, 2009, Mascot Hotel Thiruvananthapuram, Dept. of Economics, University of Kerala.
- “Neo-Liberal Reforms, Global Financial Crisis and the Economy of Kerala”, with Dr. M Michael Raj, in the National Seminar on “Globalization and Agrarian Crisis in South India”, March 11-12, 2009, Department of Political Science, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.
- “Output sharing workshop on strengthening state plans for human development in Kerala, HDRC unit, State Planning Board, at Hotel Classic Avenue, Thiruvananthapuram. 28-29 December 2009.
- Aerospace Law Meet 2009, organized by NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, March 29, 2009.
- National Seminar on “Globalization and Agrarian Crisis in South India”, March 11-12, 2009, Department of Political Science, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.
- Silver Jubilee International Conference on ‘Emerging India: Strategic Options in the New Century’ held from 26-28 February 2008 at the School of Politics and International relations, Mahatma Gandhi University.
- Fulbright International Conference, Kathmandu, Nepal January 2008.
- Milken Global conference, Los Angeles April 2005
- Claremont Graduate University conference on Mental Models April 2005
- International Studies Association Conference, Hawaii, March 2005
- Claremont Graduate University conference on East Asia, February 2005, California, USA
- Milken Global conference, Los Angeles, 2004
- Fulbright International Conference, February 2004, Arizona, USA.
- Allied Social Science Associations Meeting, Sandiago, January 2004, California USA
- Kerala Economic Conference March 2003, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Research Area
- Technology Diffusion and Economic Development
- Space Economics
- Indian Economics
- Development Economics
- Agriculture Issues, Climate Change
- Infrastructure, Governance and Regional Economics
- Neuroeconomics
Funded Research Projects
- Advanced Space Research Group (ASRG) Project on “India’s Space Program and its Impacts on the Industrial Sector of India” with Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), ISRO.
- Role of Traditional Knowledge and Local Socio-Economic Structure in Adapting to Climate Change", NICES, NRSC-ISRO
- "Lifline of Remote India: A Study on Tele-Medicine Units in India", Major Research Project in the category of 'Novel and Path breaking Research', Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) , Govt. of India
Completed Research Projects
- "Space Technology and its Mediation into the Socio-Economic Space of Households in India" IIST-ISRO Project, 24 lakhs
- "Mobilization on Non-Tax Revenue for Kerala Government", Working group study for Kerala State Planning Board
- "A Perspective Study on Tele-Medicine Mobile Van Utilization", Feedback Study IIST/DECU/ISRO
- "Feedback Study on Rehabilitation Council of India-EDUSAT Network: Southern Region", IIST/DECU/ISRO
- "Local Links and Impacts, The Role of Village Resource Centres in Regional Development", IIST
- "Role of Space Technology in the Education Sector of Kerala:Role of Village Resource Centres at Meppadi"
- "Technology Diffusion in Agriculture" IIST
- Ms. Nayana, MA Economics, Delhi School of Economics, June-July 2024
- Ms. Mridula, MA Economics, Delhi School of Economics, June-July 2024
- Ms. Anna Mary Robert, BA Economics, St. Stephen's College, Delhi University, June-July 2024
- Ms. Anagha, MA Economics, Christ University Bangalore, June-July 2024
- Mr. Madhav Ram, MA Economics, Central University of Hyderabad, June-July 2024
- Mr. Rohan Palatty, BSc Economics, IISER, Bhopal, June-July 2024
- Mr. Nadimpalli Aditya Sai, MA Financial Economics, University of Hyderabad, "Space Economics: Space Start-Up Financing", June-July 2022
- Ms. Neha S Nair, BA Economics, Christ University Bangalore, "Space Economic Analysis", June-July 2022
- Ms. Gopika S R, B Sc Economics, IISER Bhopal, "Investigation of Attitude of Patients in a Public hospital toward Telemedicine: An Exploratory Analysis using Different Models" 2020-21
- Mr. Govind Pradeep, BA Economics, Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce, Pune, "“Assessing the Environmental Impact of the Dairy Industry by estimating Greenhouse Gas emissions from Dairy Farms”, 2019
- Ms. Siri Gundapuneedi, M A Social Service, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, "The Role played by co-operatives in ICT adoption in Agriculture: A Case Study", 2018-19