Research Department of Malayalam
Brief Profile
The Department of Malayalam was established in 1964 and elevated to a first-grade department with the commencement of the B.A. in Malayalam Language and Literature in 1981. The Postgraduate (PG) programme commenced in 1999, and the Department was upgraded to a Research Department in 2003.
Research Areas / Thrust Areas
The Research Department of Malayalam pursues advanced, interdisciplinary research in:
Mission
To cultivate an inclusive intellectual environment that supports creative expression and rigorous analysis; to advance knowledge through ethical, interdisciplinary research and teaching; and to equip learners with strong language competencies, critical/creative skills, and social/ethical awareness for meaningful participation in society.
Vision
To be a leading centre of research excellence, cultivating rigorous literary and linguistic scholarship, imaginative and critical thinking, and socially engaged awareness through collaborative projects, doctoral training, and high-impact publications.
Objectives
- Promote research in language, literature, culture, and emerging fields.
- Encourage publications and academic participation.
- Organize seminars, workshops, and scholarly events.
- Build collaborations with academic and cultural institutions.
- Provide strong research support and infrastructure.
Major Achievements & Recognitions
Peer-reviewed outputs
Faculty members have published numerous books, edited books, and book chapters in journals indexed in UGC-CARE.
Research Contribution
Faculty and research scholars have presented papers at reputed conferences, contributing to meaningful scholarly networks. Faculty are prominent resource persons/ moderators at prestigious forums and research workshops.
Research events
The Department regularly conducts national/international seminars, workshops, and distinguished invited lectures, fostering advanced academic exchange.
Research infrastructure
Dedicated Research Room/Reading Space, access to digital databases, plagiarism-screening tools, and support for ORCID/Google Scholar profiles.
Collaborations & outreach
Active MoUs/partnerships with institutions and cultural bodies like the Folklore Academy for joint workshops, publications, and outreach initiatives.
Contact Information
Dr. Ciby Kurian
Email: ciby.kurian@devamatha.ac.in
Mobile: 8547547810
Dr. Jobin Jose
Email: jobin.jose@devamatha.ac.in
Mobile: 9447980350