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Gangadhar

Editorial Board Member

Prof. Gangadhar Mysore Rajagopal

  • Address : Professor,, Department of Anthropology, University of Mysore, India
  • E-Mail : gangadharmr@gmail.com

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Introduction


Dr. M.R. Gangadhar serves as a Professor and the Chairman of the Board of Studies in Anthropology at the Department of Studies in Anthropology, University of Mysore. With a professional journey at this institution beginning in 1997, his career spans over two decades, evolving from Lecturer to his current senior role. His primary responsibilities include comprehensive postgraduate teaching, high-level research, and mentoring students through dissertation and Ph.D. work. This leadership position in the Board of Studies confirms his significant role in shaping the curriculum and academic direction of anthropological studies at the university.

Dr. Gangadhar holds a strong academic foundation with an M.Sc. (1996) and a Ph.D. (2000) in Anthropology from the University of Mysore. He has consistently demonstrated success in research guidance, having mentored at least six Ph.D. scholars to successful degree completion, with four more currently working under his supervision, alongside numerous master's dissertations. His commitment to applied research is evident in his role as Principal Investigator on high-impact projects, notably those funded by bodies like the UGC and the Government of Karnataka. These studies focus on critical bio-social issues and the health and nutritional status of tribal and specific social groups in the Western Ghats region.

The breadth of his scholarly contribution is reflected in his prolific publication record, featuring over 80 research papers in peer-reviewed journals. His works cover diverse areas, including human ecology, dermatoglyphics, congenital anomalies, and tribal health. He has also authored or co-authored three books, solidifying his expertise. Dr. Gangadhar's recognition extends globally, evidenced by his invitation to present papers and chair sessions at the IUAES World Congresses in Kunming, China (2009) and Manchester, UK (2013). He actively contributes to the academic community through his service on professional bodies and editorial boards of prestigious journals like The Anthropologist.


AFFILIATION


Professor,

Department of Anthropology

University of Mysore

.

Mysore

India

570005

Email : gangadharmr@gmail.com


RESEARCH IDS


# ID Type

RESEARCH INTERESTS


# Area
1. Anthropology

PAPERS PUBLISHED


# Article Title Year
1. Satish Chandran, M. and Gangadhar, M.R.: Demographic profile of Dungri Garasia: A scheduled tribe population of Mysore district, Karnataka. Man and Life, Vol. 35(1-2), pp.15-20 (2009). 2009
2. Dakshyani, B. and Gangadhar, M.R.: Breast feeding practices among Iruliga Tribal population of Mysore District, Karnataka. Man and Life, Vol. 34(3-4), pp.33-38 (2008). 2008
3. Dakshyani, B., Satish Chandran, M. and Gangadhar, M.R.: Menarche and Menopause among the Iruliga Tribal Women. The Anthropologist, 9(3): 255-256 (2007). 2007
4. Oinam Ronibala Devi and Gangadhar, M.R.: The Kaniyas of Karnataka: A Study on Some Aspects of Demography. Man and Life, Vol.33 (3-4), pp. 61-66 (2007). 2007
5. Oinam Ronibala Devi and Gangadhar, M.R.: ABO and Rh (D) Blood Groups among the Kaniyas of Karnataka. The Anthropologist, 8(2): 145-146, (2006). 2006
6. Gangadhar, M.R.: Biosocial Study of Adikarnatakas of Mysore City, Karnataka. Journal of Social Anthropology, 2(2): 175-179, (2005). 2005
7. Gangadhar, M.R. and Rajashekhara Reddy, K.: A Study on Certain Morpho-Behavioural Traits among the Adikarnatakas of Mysore City, Karnataka (India). Man in India, 83(3-4): 445-451, (2003). 2003
8. Gangadhar, M.R. and Rajashekhara Reddy, K.: A Demographic Survey of the Adikarnatakas of Mysore City, Karnataka. Man and Life, 28(1-2): (2002). 2002
9. Gangadhar, M.R. and Rajashekhara Reddy, K.: ABO and Rh (D) Blood Groups among the Adikarnatakas of Karnataka. Journal of Human Ecology, 12(4): (2001). 2001
10. Gangadhar, M.R.: Anthropometric Study among Yerava Tribal Males of Virajpet Taluk of Kodagu District. Journal of Human Ecology, 10(3): (1999). 1999

BOOKS PUBLISHED


# Title Publication Year
1. Scheduled Caste Population 2005
2. Nutrition and Health Status of Tribal Children, Anthropology of Health and Nutrition. 2010
3. Kaniyas of Karnataka, Bio-Anthropological Study 2010

BOOK CHAPTERS PUBLISHED


# Chapter Title Book Title Publication Year
1. Child Rearing Practices among Hakkipikkis: A Scheduled Tribe Population of Mysore District, Karnataka Proc. of Indian National Confederation and Academy of Anthropologists 2009
2. Nutritional Status and Morbidity Pattern among Jenu Kuruba Children of Mysore District, Karnataka Research in Physical Anthropology: Essays in Honor of Professor L. S. Penrose 2010

ACADEMIC PROFILE


# Examination Passing Year Country
1. Ph.D. 2000 India
2. M.Sc. 1996 India

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS


# Institution Position Country Service Period
1. University of Mysore Professor India 17 years, 5 months, 2 days
2. University of Mysore Reader India 2 years, 11 months, 30 days
3. University of Mysore Associate Professor India 5 years, 11 months, 30 days
4. University of Mysore Lecturer India 6 years, 1 months, 0 days
Total Period : 32 years, 6 months, 2 days

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