Mr. M.R. Karthikeyan

Mr. M.R. Karthikeyan

Qualification: M.Tech

Designation: Assistant Professor – Fashion Technology

Department: Fashion Technology

Experience: 21 Years

Official Mail ID: karthikeyan.ft@sonatech.ac.in

Journal Publication Conference Publication Book Publication Research Projects Patent Membership Research IDs Awards & Recognitions

Journal Publications

  1. Gobinath, N. M. R., Karthikeyan, M. R., Balaji, J., & Navinbhai, A. H. (2025). Ultraviolet finish on cotton fabric using natural fruit extracts. Asian Dyer, 22(3), 41–44.
  2. Karthikeyan, M. R., Karthikeyan, U. K. S. M., Kanmozhi, J., Raja, D., & Mani, K. (2025). Enhancing skin health through functional textiles. Asian Technical Textiles, 19(1), 51.
  3. Karthikeyan, M. R., Raja, D., Sri, A. A., Bilal, S., Pooja, C., & Sindhuja, K. G. (2025). Mycelium-based flame retardant treatments for textiles using extracts of turkey tail, reishi, and shiitake. Journal of Textile Association, 85(6), 642–648.
  4. Krithika, S. M. U., Karthikeyan, M. R., & Mani, K. (2025). Utilizing ecofriendly microbes in enzyme softening treatment on denim fabrics. Asian Dyer, 22(1), 42–46.
  5. Tekalign, M. H., & Karthikeyan, M. R. (2024). Reusable sanitary napkins with umbrella cloth barrier. Asian Technical Textiles, 32(4), 31–35.
  6. Karthikeyan, U. K. S. M., Karthikeyan, M. R., Raja, D., & Mani, K. (2024). Antibacterial evaluation of cotton fabric treated with clove and coconut oil finish: A natural and sustainable approach. Man-Made Textiles in India, 436–440.
  7. Karthikeyan, M. R., Ramesh, D., Mani, K., Krithika, S. M. U., & Raja, D. (2024). Development and evaluation of hydrophobic antimicrobial face mask fabric. Asian Dyer.
  8. Krishna, M. R. K. S., & Aparna Sri, K. (2023). Organic extracts as mosquito repellent in garments. Asian Textile Journal, 31(8–9), 41–44.
  9. Krishna, S. K., Sri, K. A., & Karthikeyan, M. R. (2023). Organic extracts as mosquito repellent in garments. Asian Textile Journal.
  10. Krithika, T., Mani, S. M. U., Raja, D., Karthikeyan, M. R., & Pearlin, A. S. (2022). Study of fashion brand outlets and review of fashion brands. Asian Textile Journal, 31(12).
  11. Mekala, K., Gobinath, N., Varadharaj, R., Karthikeyan, M. R., & Sivakumar, K. (2022). Dual finish on cotton and polyester/cotton blends. Asian Textile Journal.
  12. Krishna, M. R. K. S., & Moushika, T. (2022). Automation in garment manufacturing cut to pack process. International Journal of Advances in Engineering and Management, 4(6), 385–400.
  13. Karthikeyan, S., Krishna, M. R. K., Nigusie, S., & Abraham, H. (2022). Influence of cotton knitted fabric shrinkage on garment fitting. Asian Textile Journal, 31(12).
  14. Unango, F. J., & Duraisamy, R. (2021). Characteristics and tanning potential of Hagenia abyssinica tannin extracts and its possible use in clean leather production. Cogent Engineering, 8(1), 1989882. https://doi.org/10.1080/23311916.2021.1989882
  15. Nigusie, H., & Abraham, S. (2021). Evaluation and analysis of shrinkage characteristics of cotton knitted fabric. Journal of Environmental Science, Computer Science and Engineering.
  16. Ramasamy, K. M. (2020). Promising strategies in sustainable textiles and clothing. Textile Learner.
  17. Chala, G., & Karthikeyan, M. R. (2020). A systematic study on Nile crocodile (Crocodylus niloticus) skins for the preparation of leather products. International Journal of Development Research, 10(8), 39605–39614.
  18. Karthikeyan, M. R., & Badessa, T. S. (2020). Pre-treatment and salt-free reactive dyeing of cotton materials using chitosan extracted from Oreochromis niloticus scales. International Journal of Polymer and Textile Engineering, 7(2), 1–8.
  19. Duraisamy, R., Shuge, T., & Worku, B. (2020). Extraction, screening and spectral characterization of tannins from Acacia xanthophloea (Fever Tree) bark. Research Journal of Textile and Leather, 1(1), 1–10.
  20. Karthikeyan, M. R., & Devi, P. (2020). Extraction and application of citric acid from lemon peel on cotton fabric for formaldehyde-free crease recovery finish. Journal of Advanced Research in Polymer and Textile Engineering, 2(1), 15–20.
  21. Ketama, M. T., & Tewodros, B. (2020). Efficiency of Ricinus communis and Rosmarinus officinalis L. extracts on cotton fabrics and its physio-mechanical assessments. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, 9(2), 3448–3455.
  22. Karthikeyan, M. R., & Ethiraj, J. (2019). Antimicrobial efficacy of chitosan extracted from catfish on cotton fabric. Journal of Environmental Science, Computer Science and Engineering.
  23. Karthikeyan, M. R., & Duraisamy, R. (2019). Improving yarn quality by modification on drafting zone settings of draw frame. International Journal of Engineering Trends and Technology, 67(11), 157–166.
  24. Unango, F. J., & Duraisamy, R. (2019). Preparation and characterization of eco-friendly ash salts for goat skins preservation. International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering, 8(11), 184–190.
  25. Ramasamy, K. M. (2019). A review on the investigation of biologically active natural compounds on cotton fabrics as an antibacterial textile finishing. International Research Journal of Science and Technology, 1(1), 49–55.
  26. Unango, F. J., Duraisamy, R., & Ramasamy, K. M. (2019). A review of eco-friendly preservative and bio-tannin materials using powdered barks of local plants for the processing of goatskin. International Research Journal of Science and Technology, 1(1), 13–20.
  27. Manjunath, N. K., & Ethiraj, J. (2018). Preparation, characterization and comparative study of gas diffusion layer for PEM fuel cell. International Journal of Current Research, 10(11), 75435–75442.
  28. Ethiraj, J., Karthikeyan, M. R., & Ramesh, D. (2018). Dye effluent treatment using activated charcoal of coconut shell. International Journal for Scientific Research & Development, 6(9), 326–328.
  29. Berekute, K. M. R. A. (2018). Impact of mosquito repellent finishing on cotton/polyester blended fabric using extract of Senna auriculata flowers. International Journal of Current Research, 10(11), 75443–75446.
  30. Berekute, K. M. R. A. (2018). A scientific approach on pre-treatment of cotton cloth using PVAMHCL (Poly-Vinyl-Amine-Chloride) for salt-free/low-salt reactive dyeing. International Journal for Scientific Research & Development, 6(9).
  31. Ramasamy, K. M. (2015). Comparative study of organic and regular cotton knitted fabrics. Research Journal of Textile and Apparel, 19(3), 45–51.
  32. Ramasamy, K. M., & Sahu, O. (2014). Comparatively study of natural and polymeric cotton. Journal of Polymer and Biopolymer Physics Chemistry, 2(3), 44–49.
  33. Sahu, O., & Ramasamy, K. M. (2014). Treatment of dye wastewater by bioreactor. International Journal of Environmental Bioremediation & Biodegradation, 2(2), 25–29.
  34. Ramasamy, K. M. (2013). Reduction of textile dye by using heterogeneous photocatalysis. American Journal of Environmental Protection, 2(3), 90–94.
  35. Ramasamy, K. M. (2013). Organic cotton vs regular cotton: A comparative study of characteristics of organic cotton with regular cotton. Lap Lambert Publishing.

Conference Publications

  1. Karthikeyan, M. R. (2018, February). Smart and intelligent textiles. Paper presented at SMARTEX FASHION '18: International Seminar on Smart Textiles in Modern Era, Holy Cross Home Science College, Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, India.
  2. Karthikeyan, M. R. (2018, February). Evaluation of spirality in single jersey weft knitted fabric and analyses of causes and remedies. Paper presented at SMARTEX FASHION '18: International Seminar on Smart Textiles in Modern Era, Holy Cross Home Science College, Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, India.
  3. Karthikeyan, M. R. Lyocell fibres. Paper presented at International Conference organized by Avinashilingam Deemed University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.

Research Projects

  1. Raja, D., Priyalatha, S., Mani, K., Karthikeyan, M. R., Sivakumar, M., and Suresh. S.S Grant-in-aid for Education, Training and Skill Development of National Technical Textiles Mission. Ministry of Textiles – National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM).
  2. Raja, D., Suresh, S. S., Karthikeyan, M. R., Thejeswini, V., and K. Dharshini. Recycling of Textile Waste and Development of Utility Products. MSME – Innovative Scheme.

Patents Filed

  1. Raja, S. V. D., Karthikeyan, M. R., Suresh, S. S., Karthikeyani, K., & Jai Shree, U. (2025). Development of water detection alert sensor on water pipeline using textile cloth sensor (Indian Patent Application No. 202541061533). Indian Patent Office.
  2. Karthikeyan, M. R., Mani, K., & Krithika, S. M. U., & Raja, D. (2024). A process for developing biodegradable sanitary napkin with enhanced absorbency and antimicrobial properties (Indian Patent Application No. 202441049474). Indian Patent Office.
  3. Raja, D., Karthikeyan, M. R., Suresh, S. S., & Jai Shree, U. (2025). Design and development of a cooling garment using a novel technique (Indian Patent Application No. 202541036373). Indian Patent Office.

Book Publications

  • Karthikeyan, M. R. (2013). Enzyme applications in textile processing & finishing. LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN 9783848483464
  • Karthikeyan, M. R. (2013). Organic cotton vs regular cotton. LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN 9783659485473
  • Duraisamy, R., Karthikeyan, M. R., & Janardhanan, E. (2018). Text book of selected topics in industrial chemistry. LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN 9786139831852
  • Karthikeyan, M. R., & Devi, Y. S. (n.d.). Fashion buying and merchandising. LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN 9786139836987

Memberships

  • MISTE
  • IEI

Research IDs

  • ORCID: 0000-0003-3476-7130
  • Scopus ID: 57215663490
  • Researcher ID: HLX-4103-2023
  • Google Scholar ID: rmizG1cAAAAJ