Ramakrishna Biswal

Associate Professor

Humanities and Social Sciences

 (+91) 661 246 2698 , 3698

 biswalrk[at]nitrkl.ac.in

 Biosketch

33

Publications       

4

Sponsored Projects

0

Consultancy Projects

8

Doctoral Students

6

Continuing Education

13

PG Dissertation

 Personal Information

Prof. Ramakrishna Biswal

Associate Professor

Humanities and Social Sciences

Joined in Aug 2011

 Room Number: MB-420

 Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, Sundargarh, Odisha, India - 769008

Short Bio

Prof. Ramakrishna Biswal is Associate Professor in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences. His area of specialization is Psychology and Allied Sciences. He has successfully completed research projects in tribal development related issues. His research areas include but not limited to Developmental Psychology, Ethical Engineering and Sustainable Development. Apart from teaching and Research, Dr. Biswal is active in social services and volunteering activities like Blood donation, counselling people for their psychological issues, teaching the underprivileged children and conducting awareness sessions on Health, Education, Livelihood and Skill Development for the rural and urban populace.

 Education Qualification

  1. Ph.D.
    Developmental Social Cognititve Neuroscience
    University of Delhi, Delhi
  2. M.Phil
    Clinical and Counselling Psychology
    Center of Advanced Study in Psychology, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar
  3. M.A
    Clinical and Counselling Psychology
    Center of Advanced Study in Psychology, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar

 Experience

Teaching Experience
  • Psychology,  National Institute of Technology, Rourkela,  16 Aug 2011 - Present
Laboratory Development
  • Behavioural Sciences Lab,  National Institute of technology, Rourkela,  Masters Level Lab course for students of Development Studies

 Expertise Information

Research Group
Behavioral and Allied Sciences
Areas of Interest
Developmental Social Cognitive Neurosciences, Mental Health, Disability and Inclusive Education,Psychometrics

 Projects

Tribal Narratives of Sustainable Development: A Study of Sundergarh District in Odisha.

 ICSSR

 Principal Investigator

 24 months

 Running

Sponsored

Mother-Tongue based multilingual Education(MTB-MLE) in the state of odisha: issues, Challenges and Impact

 MINISTRY OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS

 Co-Investigator

 12 months

 Completed

Sponsored

Causes and Consequences of Dropouts in Primary and Secondary Education: A Study of Scheduled Tribe Children in Sundargarh District of Odisha

 MINISTRY OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS

 Co-Investigator

 12 months

 Completed

Sponsored

Mapping and Identifying the Barriers to Inclusive Education among Tribal Children with Development Disability (DD) in Sundargarh District of Odisha

 MINISTRY OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS

 Principal Investigator

 12 months

 Completed

Sponsored

 Continuing Education

Qualitative Research Methodology for Research Scholars and NGO Professionals

 Humanities and Social Sciences

 Coordinator

 07 Oct 2016 - 09 Oct 2016

Short-term Course

TWO-DAY NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON WOMEN@75: WORK, LIFE AND FREEDOM

 Humanities and Social Sciences

 Coordinator

 17 Mar 2023 - 18 Mar 2023

Conference

XXIII Annual Convention of National Academy of Psychology (NAOP), India

 Humanities and Social Sciences

 Coordinator

 13 Dec 2013 - 15 Dec 2013

Conference

Five-Day Awareness Workshop-cum-Training on MIND, BLIND BELIEF AND SCIENTIFIC TEMPER for School Teachers and Administrators

 Humanities and Social Sciences

 Coordinator

 03 Jun 2019 - 07 Jun 2019

Workshop

Regional and State Leadership Training and Empowerment Program for youth with disabilities (YLTEPIII)-2018

 Humanities and Social Sciences

 Coordinator

 19 Sep 2018 - 21 Sep 2018

Workshop

NCRI Workshop

 Humanities and Social Sciences

 Coordinator

 08 Nov 2017 - 10 Nov 2017

Workshop

 Publications

4

Google Scholar h-index

2

Google Scholar i10-index

2

Scopus h-index

Total Publications: 33
C. Subudhi, R. Biswal, and A. Pathak, "Multidimensional Impact of Mental Illness on Tribal Families in India", Taiwanese Journal of Psychiatry, vol.36, no.2, pp.82-87, June 2022, 10.4103/TPSY.TPSY_11_22 Article
R. Biswal, C. Subudhi, and A. Pathak, "Beliefs on etiology and healing practices of mental illness among tribes in Eastern India", Mainstreaming the Marginalized: Fresh Perspectives on India's Tribal Story, ch.4, pp.73-88, Routeldge, February 2022, 10.4324/9781003000983-6 Inbook
R. Biswal and P. Satpathy, "Inclusive education for children with developmental disabilities: Scope and challenges", Mainstreaming the Marginalised: Fresh Perspectives on India's Tribal Story, ch.1, pp.13-35, Routeldge, February 2022, 10.4324/9781003000983-3 Inbook
S. Srivastava, A. Behera, and R. Biswal, "Assessing the Grip of Solar Energy Systems on Environmental Sustainability- A Review", Micro and Nanosystems, vol.14, no.2, pp.133 - 143, Bentham Science 2022, 10.2174/1876402913666210908122052 Article
A. Behera, S. K. Das, and R. Biswal, "Wireless Nanosensors Network for Light Pollution Control", Nanotechnology for Light Pollution Reduction, ch.11, vol.1, pp.16, CRC Press, https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.1201/9781003185109-11/wireless-nanosensors-network-light-pollution-control-ajit-behera-santos-kumar-das-ramakrishna-biswal?context=ubx&refId=fd7b2769-2c4e-48ea-a923-7381c742f744 2022 Inbook

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A. Behera, S. K. Das, and R. Biswal, "Wireless Nanosensors Network for Light Pollution Control", Nanotechnology for Light Pollution Reduction, ch.11, vol.1, pp.16, CRC, https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.1201/9781003185109-11/wireless-nanosensors-network-light-pollution-control-ajit-behera-santos-kumar-das-ramakrishna-biswal 2022 Inbook
S. Saraff, R. Taraban, W. Marcey, and R. Biswal, "Work in Progress: Creating an Internet Platform for USA and Indian Students to Share Ethical Viewpoints", in 2021 Annual ASEE Conference, ASEE, July 2021 Inproceedings
A. Pathak and R. Biswal, "Caregiver’s perspective in the RPWD Act (2016) of India", Asian Journal of Psychiatry, vol.56, Elsevier, February 2021, 0.1016/j.ajp.2020.102544 Article
S. Saraff, T. Singh, and R. Biswal, "Coronavirus Disease 2019: Exploring Media Portrayals of Public Sentiment on Funerals Using Linguistic Dimensions", Frontiers in Psychology, vol.12, no.626638, pp.1-15, Frontiers, February 2021, 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.626638 Article
A. Pathak and R. Biswal, "Mental Illness in Indian Hindi Cinema: Production, Representation, and Reception Before and After Media Convergence", Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine, vol.43, no.1, pp.74-80, Sage 2021, 10.1177/0253717620927869 Article
W. S. Mishra, U. Das, R. Biswal, and U. S. Behera, "Probiotic beverages in India: History and current developments", Probiotic Beverages, ch.2, pp.9-33, Academic Press 2021, 10.1016/B978-0-12-818588-9.00010-3 Inbook
S. Saraff, R. Taraban, . Rishipal, R. Biswal, K. Shweta, and S. Gupta, "Application of Sentiment Analysis in Understanding Human Emotions and Behaviour", EAI Endorsed Transactions on Smart Cities, vol.online, no.online, pp.1-8, European Alliance for Innovation, Belgium, November 2020, 10.4108/eai.6-10-2020.166547 Article
A. Nayak, S. Padhee, A. Nayak, and R. Biswal, "Exploring the Effectiveness of Lockdown and Disaster Preparedness in Combating COVID 19 Pandemic in India", EAI Endorsed Transactions on Smart Cities, vol.online, no.online, pp.1-13, European Alliance for Innovation, Belgium, October 2020, 10.4108/eai.5-10-2020.166543 Article
S. Saraff, . Rishipal, M. Tripathi, R. Biswal, and A. S. Saxena, "Impact of Metacognitive Strategies on Self-RegulatedLearning and Intrinsic Motivation", Journal of Psychosocial Research, vol.15, no.1, pp.35-46, Prints Publications, October 2020, https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.3 Article
E. Mishra and R. Biswal, "Exploring parental risk factors in the development of delinquency among children", Humanities & Social Sciences Reviews, vol.8, no.3, pp.141-148, GIAP, May 2020, https://doi.org/10.18510/hssr.2020.8316 Article
C. Subudhi, R. Biswal, and J. R. Meenakshi, "Healing Preferences among Tribal Patient with Mental Illness in India", Journal of Neuroscience in Rural Practice, vol.11, no.2, pp.361-362, Thieme Medical and Scientific Publishers Private Ltd, May 2020, https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0040-1709374 Article
C. Subudhi and R. Biswal, "Medical anthropology and epidemiology: a collaborative venture for mental health research in India", International Review of Psychiatry, Taylor and Francis, March 2020, https://doi.org/10.1080/09540261.2020.1733793 Article
E. Mishra and R. Biswal, "EXPLORING SOCIO-ECONOMIC RISK-FACTORS IN JUVENILE DELINQUENCY: INSIGHTS FROM OBSERVATION AND SPECIAL HOMES OF ODISHA IN INDIA", PONTE International Journal of Sciences and Research, vol.76, no.2/1, pp.119-134, February 2020, 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.2.10 Article
C. Subudhi, R. Biswal, and P. Srinivasan, "Marriage Trajectories among Patient with Mental Health Problem", International Journal of Public Health Research and Development, vol.11, no.1, pp.390-393, Institute of Medico-Legal Publications, January 2020, 10.37506/v11/i1/2020/ijphrd/194157 Article
S. Wachs, A. Michelsen, M. Wright, M. Ga´mez, C. Almendros, Y. Kwon, . Eun, R. Sittichai, R. Singh, R. Biswal, A. G. Rzig, and T. Yanagida, "A routine activity approach to understand cybergrooming victimization among adolescents from six countries", Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking, Mary Ann Liebert 2020, 10.1089/cyber.2019.0426 Article
A. Nayak and R. Biswal, "Poverty: By Chance or By Choice", Notion Press 2020 Book
C. Subudhi, R. Biswal, and A. Pathak, "Willingness on hospital stay among the tribal patient with mental illness and their caregivers", Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Mental Health, Springer 2020, https://doi.org/10.1007/s40737-020-00170-z Article
S. Wachs, M. Wright, R. Sittichai, R. Singh, R. Biswal, . Eun, S. Yang, M. Gámez, C. Almendros, K. Flora, V. Daskalou, and E. Maziridou, "Associations betweenWitnessing and Perpetrating Online Hate in Eight Countries: The Bu ering E ects of Problem-Focused Coping", International journal of environmental research and public health(IJERPH), vol.16, no.3992, Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute(MDPI) 2019, 10.3390/ijerph16203992 Article
S. Gupta, R. Biswal, and S. Gupta, "Emotion perception time analysis for variable facial expression", in 28th Congress of National Academy of Psychology (NAOP 2018), NAOP, New Delhi, India, December 2018 Inproceedings
E. Mishra and R. Biswal, "Trends and factors associated with juvenile delinquency: A study from India", International Journal of Applied Social Science, vol.5, no.10, pp.1613-1625, Scientific Research Journal Association With Shiv Shiksha Sadan Samiti (Regd.), November 2018 Article
R. Biswal, "Radio interview at AIR, Rourkela on the occasion of World Mental Health Day", Radio Talk, vol.., October 2018 Misc
E. Mishra and R. Biswal, "Trends and Factors Associated with Juvenile Delinquency: A Study from India", International Journal of Applied Social Science, vol.5, no.10, pp.1613-1625, October 2018 Article
E. Mishra and R. Biswal, "Reducing the age of criminal responsibility of juvenile- A necessary or un-necessary step?", International Journal of Legal Research and Studies, vol.3, no.3, pp.31-40, IJLSR, September 2018 Article
E. Mishra and R. Biswal, "REDUCING THE AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY OF JUVENILE- A NECESSARY OR UN-NECESSARY STEP?", International Journal of Legal Research and Studies(IJLRS), vol.3, no.3, pp.31-40, September 2018 Article
S. Gupta, R. Biswal, and S. Gupta, "Toward Computational Model of Emotion from Individual Difference in Perceiving Facial Expressions", Psychological Studies, vol.63, no.3, pp.266-275, Springer, September 2018, 10.1007/s12646-018-0459-5 Article
R. Biswal, C. Subudhi, and S. K. Acharya, "Healers and healing practices of mental illness in India: The role of proposed eclectic healing model", Journal of Health Research Review in Developing Countries, vol.4, no.3, pp.89-95, Wolters Kluwer-Medknow 2017, 10.4103/jhrr.jhrr_64_17 Article
C. Subudhi and R. Biswal, "Mental Health Care Services in India: An Analysis of the Mental Health Care Bill 2013", International Journal of Health Sciences and Research, vol.5, no.5, pp.424-432, IJHSR, March 2015 Article
S. Sharma, J. Deller, R. Biswal, and M. K. Mandal, "Emotional intelligence: Factorial structure and construct validity across cultures", International Journal of Cross-Cultural Management, vol.9, no.2, pp.217-236, Sage 2009, 10.1177/1470595809335725 Article

 Courses Taught

  • HS1321 : Introduction to Psychology {Theory}
  • HS1323 : Health Psychology {Theory}
  • HS1325 : Psychometrics {Theory}
  • HS1326 : Cognitive Science {Theory}
  • HS323 : Health Psychology {Theory}
  • HS327 : Cognitive Science {Theory}
  • HS420 : Human Resource Management {Theory}
  • HS428 : Psychometrics {Theory}
  • HS500 : Research Methodology {Theory}
  • HS500 : Research Methodology in Social Sciences {Theory}
  • HS5201 : Psychological Perspective On Development {Theory}
  • HS522 : Social Psychology and its Applications {Theory}
  • HS523 : Educational Psychology {Theory}
  • HS524 : Cognitive Development and Assessment {Theory}
  • HS5254 : Psychometrics: Theory and Applications {Theory}
  • HS5263 : Corporate Social Responsibility {Theory}
  • HS610 : Research Methodology {Theory}
  • HS613 : Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience {Theory}
  • HS7201 : Advanced Cognitive Psychology {Theory}
  • HS7202 : Advanced Developmental and Cultural Psychology {Theory}
  • HS7204 : Developing and Managing Human Resources {Theory}
  • HS7205 : Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience {Theory}
  • HS7308 : Ethics and Values {Theory}
  • HS1270 : Language Laboratory {Practical}
  • HS270 : Language Laboratory {Practical}
  • HS5372 : Rural Engagement Laboratory {Practical}
  • HS572 : Statistical Laboratory {Practical}
  • HS575 : Behavioral Science Laboratory {Practical}

 Research Scholars

Ph.D. Students [8]
Perceived Emotion from Appraisal Scores: Representation, Computational Model, and Application

 Shakuntala Gupta

Enrolled: Jan 2014

 Graduated : May 2019

 Supervisor

Beliefs about Etiology, Help Seeking and Consequences of Mental Illness: A Study on Tribal Patients from a Psychiatric Setup

 Chittaranjan Subudhi

Enrolled: Mar 2013

 Graduated : Feb 2021

 Supervisor

Children in Conflict with Law: A study on the Biopsychosocial Correlates of Juvenile Delinquency

 Elsie Mishra

Enrolled: Jul 2013

 Graduated : Feb 2021

 Supervisor

Mental Health

 Abhijit Pathak

Enrolled: Jul 2018

 Continuing

 Supervisor

Sociology/ Psychology of Education (Cultural capital and motivation of Tribal students)

 Ipsita Minj

Enrolled: Jul 2019

 Continuing

 Supervisor

PSYCHOLOGY

 Samiya Sarwat

Enrolled: Sep 2020

 Continuing

 Supervisor

CURRICULUM AND PEDAGOGY, EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

 Biren Kumar Oram

Enrolled: Aug 2021

 Continuing

 Supervisor

COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY, HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY

 Chinmayee Mishra

Enrolled: Aug 2022

 Continuing

 Supervisor

 Dissertations

PG Dissertation
  • Somesh Jagdish Yawalkar (221ID1493), "Review and analyze the challenges of tool handling faced by left-handed individuals." - M.Tech.    Co-supervisor     2022-23 Spring
  • Munmun Ojha (413HS1017), "Lifestyle Related Diseases and General Health of City Dwellers: A Study on Rourkela City" - MA    Supervisor     2014-15 Spring
  • Firdaus Ambareen (414HS1001), "A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY ON THE PREVALENCE AND SOCIO-DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE OF CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABITITY" - MA    Supervisor     2015-16 Spring
  • Anurakshi Nayak (417HS1011), "A CASE STUDY ON SENSORY PLAY ENGAGEMENT BEHAVIOUR OF A CHILD WITH Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)" - MA    Supervisor     2018-19 Spring
  • Rose Rajni Jojo (417HS1006), "Engagement with Social Media: An Analysis of Facebook Users" - MA    Supervisor     2018-19 Spring
  • Omm Priyadarshi Chhotaray (418HS1020), "A Review of the Level of Awareness on Govt. Schemes for Livelihood among PVTGs" - MA    Supervisor     2019-20 Spring
  • Swetabh Kumar (418HS1008), "A Review of the Level of Awareness on Govt. Schemes for education among PVTGs" - MA    Supervisor     2019-20 Spring
  • Shubhangi Rawat (419HS1009), "Impact of Animated Cartoons on Child's Language and Behavior" - MA    Supervisor     2020-21 Spring
  • Simran Chhotray (420HS1005), "Natural Calamities: Natural or Man-Made? Understanding the Unsustainable Behavioral Practices" - MA    Supervisor     2021-22 Spring
  • Sojov George (420HS1007), "Witchcraft Belief and Practices: A Thematic Analysis of Case Studies in the States of Jharkhand and Odisha" - MA    Supervisor     2021-22 Spring
  • Nitu Das (421HS1013), "Quality Education in the Primary Level: A Qualitative Analysis of the Education Policies of India" - MA    Supervisor     2022-23 Spring
  • Sagarika Sindhur (421HS1026), "A Comparative Analysis of Publications by Humanities and Social Sciences Department of IITs and NITs" - MA    Supervisor     2022-23 Spring
  • Silga De Sankey (421HS1025), "Interventions for Inclusion of Children With Special Needs Through Samagra Shiksha in Kerala: Challenges and Prospects" - MA    Supervisor     2022-23 Spring

 Awards and Honours

Awards and Honours
  • ISSBD Travel Grant to Attend Workshop on Parenting in Hongkong,    2019
  • DRDO Technology Day Group Award from Scientific Advisor to Raksha Mantri for the Development of Comprehensive Battery of Cognitive Abilities.,    2006
  • DRDO Research Fellowship,    2004
  • P.G. Merit Scholarship from University Grants Commission,    2001
  • Justice Harihar Mohapatra Memorial Award for securing highest marks in B.A. Honors from Rotary Club of Cuttack,Odisha,    2000
Memberships / Fellowships
  • Member, IEEE,    2021
  • Member, International Society for the Study of Behavioural Development, ISSBD,    2015
  • Member, American Psychological Association (APA),    2013
  • Member, National Academy of Psychology (NAoP),    2004