Priya M G | Food Studies | Women Researcher Award

Dr Priya M G | Food Studies | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor (SG) at  Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India

Dr. M G Priya is an Assistant Professor (SG) and Research Supervisor at the Department of English Language and Literature, Amrita School of Arts, Humanities and Commerce, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi. She received her PhD from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham in 2017, focusing on the concept of divine love in select poems of Kabir and Rabindranath Tagore. With 19 years of teaching and 13 years of research experience, Dr. Priya has a rich academic background, holding a B.Ed. in English from Calicut University and an M.A. in English from the University of Calicut.

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📚 Academic Background:

PhD from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Ettimadai, Coimbatore (2017). B.Ed. (English) from Calicut University (1994). M.A. (English) from University of Calicut (1992)

🎓 Work Experience:

Assistant Professor (SG) at Amrita School of Engineering, Coimbatore (2005-2020). Assistant Professor (SG) at Amrita School of Arts, Humanities and Commerce, Kochi (2020-present)

🏆 Membership in Academic Bodies:

Chairperson BoS English Language and Literature, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (2022-2025). Board of Studies of English Language and Literature, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. Subject expert for various academic institutions.

📜 Awards/Rewards:

Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Teacher (2016-17) from Amrita School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Ettimadai

 

🍽️ Research Focus: Food Studies

Dr. Priya’s current research interest includes Food Studies, exploring the intersection of literature, culture, and psychology within the realm of food. She delves into the significance of food in literature, its portrayal, symbolism, and its role in shaping societal norms and identities. Through her interdisciplinary approach, she aims to unravel the complexities and nuances surrounding food and its representation in various cultural contexts.