Dr. S.S. Muthiah

A distinguished professional with over 30 years of expertise in Human Embryology and Reproductive Biology. As the Managing Director of Kanmani Fertility Center and Director of the DSIR-recognized Institute of Bio-Medical Research, I have demonstrated exemplary leadership and research prowess. My academic background includes a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences and a solid foundation in Zoology. Beyond clinical roles, I actively contribute to academia, guiding Ph.D. scholars and participating in academic committees. My publication record, awards, and involvement in national conferences underscore my significant contributions to the field. As a trainer in assisted reproductive techniques, I have facilitated knowledge transfer, reflecting my commitment to advancing the field.

Field of Expertise: Human Embryology/Reproductive Biology (34 years)

• Follicular Fluid Stem Cells Isolation and Utilization
• Derivation of Human Embryonic Stem Cells by Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer
• New Culture Medium with Coconut Water for Mammalian Cell Culture

• Member Board of Studies University of Madras
• Advisory Committee Member Sree Sastha Institute of Engineering and Technology
• Ethical committee Member Vinayaka Missions University and The New College Chennai
• Chairperson and Judge at the 20th National Conference of ISAR 2015
• PhD Guide Recognition

Dr. S.S. Muthiah, Director has been recognized as a Guide/Supervisor for the PhD studies from the following Universities:

Sri Ramachandra University,Chennai

SRM University, Chennai

Research Scholar

No. of PhD Research Scholar - 6

No. of M.Sc Project                 - 9

No. of B.Tech Project              - 12

No. of B.Tech Trainees           - 20

• Has conducted a number of training programs in IUI and other ART procedures and trained several well known Embryologists in South India.
• Served as a Chief consultant for most of fertility centers in South India

• Best employee award in 1997 from Apollo Hospital enterprises limited, Chennai-6, India
• Best maintenance and record preparation in IVF lab for ISO 9002 award at Apollo hospital enterprises limited, Chennai-6, India
• Worked as an Embryologist for the successful birth of the First Asian baby using sperm from epididymal Aspiration

• Selected Participant in Workshop on Laboratory method in cellular and molecular endocrinology and Female reproductive physiology - Organized by Department of Reproductive Physiology, AIIMS, New Delhi, India.
• International symposium on Stem cells: Premises & Promise for research and therapeutics - Organized by National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health ( ICMR), India
• Selected Participant in PGD workshop - Organized by National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health ( ICMR), India
• Selected Participant in Symposium cum workshop Pluripotent Stem Cells in Adult Mammalian Gonads. Organized by National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health ( ICMR), India.

1. Vyshnavi M. S., Palani K., Muthiah S. S., Jothi N. (2024). "Impact of Ejaculatory Abstinence on DNA Fragmentation: A Comparative Analysis in Obese and Normal Men with Infertility and Fertility." International of Pharma and Biosciences (Accepted, In Press).

2. Pillai, Vyshnavi Mamparampil Sasidharan, Palani Kembeeram, Muthiah Sinaiah Surulimuthu, and Jothi Narendiran. "A study on the association of body mass index and anthropometry, blood, seminal, and hormonal profile of infertile and fertile males: baseline data." International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology 12, no. 9 (2023): 2640+.

3. Vijaya Ganesh, Vettriselvi Venkatesan, Teena Koshy, Sanjeeva NellapalliReddy, Suruli Muthumuthiah & Solomon Franklin Durairaj Paul (2018). "Association of estrogen, progesterone, and follicle-stimulating hormone receptor polymorphisms with in vitro fertilization outcomes." Systems Biology in Reproductive Medicine, DOI: 10.1080/19396368.2018.1482030.

4. K. Palani, A. Abdul Jabbar, N. Jagannathan, S.S. Muthiah, N. Jothi Narendiran (2018). "Prevalence of male infertility with poor semen quality and correlation with heavy metal concentration in and around Chennai." International Journal of Science and Research. Volume 7, Issue 9.

5. M. Saiyad Musthafa, A. Athaullah, S. Anbumani, A. Jawahar Ali, Mehrajuddin Wara, Bilal Ahmad Paray, Mohammad K. Al-Sadoon, S.S. Muthiah, Palani Kembeeram, R. Harikrishnan (2017). "Ameliorative efficacy of bioencapsulated Chironomous larvae with Shilajit on Zebrafish (Danio rerio) exposed to Ionizing radiation." http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apradiso.2017.07.002.

6. Jaganathan Suganya, Smita B. Kujur, Kamala Selvaraj, Muthiah S. Suruli, Geetha Haripriya and Chandra R. Samuel (2016). "Y Chromosome Microdeletions and Partial AZFc Deletions in Infertile Men from South India." Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. Jul, Vol-9(7): GC05-GC10.

7. Manjula Gopalakrishnan, Sanjeeva Reddy Nellapalli, Muthiah Sinvaniah Surulimuthu (2015). "Will The Type Of Gnrh Analogue Affect The Embryo Cleavage." International Journal of Clinical And Biomedical Research. 2015;1(2): 1-8.

8. Aamir J, Ashwini LS, Ganguly D, Murugan S, Muthiah SS, et al. (2015). "Interpretation: Real Time Assessment on Immotile but Viable Spermatozoa for Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (Icsi): an Embryologist's Outlook." Austin J In Vitro Fertilization. 2(3): 1021.

9. J Suganya, Kamala Selvaraj, SS Muthaiah, and RS Chandra (2014). "Cytogenetic and Yq microdeletion screening studies in infertile males." Mol Cytogenet. 2014; 7(Suppl 1): P74. Published online 2014 January 21. doi: 10.1186/1755-8166-7-S1-P74.

10. P. Stalin, S. Sumathi, J. Poonguzali, M. Nagarathinam, S.S. Muthiah (2014). "Antimicrobial Activity of Some Medicinal Plants And Antibiotics Against Staphylococcus." J. Adv. Zool. Sp. Volume: 35(1).

11. Manjula Gopalakrishnan1, Sanjeeva Reddy Nelapali, Muthiah Sinvaniah Surulimuthu (2014). "Role of early cleavage in predicting success of Intra Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection in Assisted Reproductive Technologies." International Journal of Medical Research & Health Sciences, Volume 3 Issue 3.

12. Muthiah,S.S and Vijay Raja (2014). "Chromosomal Abnormalities among Infertile Men in South India." International Journal of Recent Scientific Research. Vol. 4, Issue, 7, pp.1136-1139, July, 2013.

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. J Poonguzali, SS Muthiah, P Sarala, S Sumathi and P Stalin (2013). "Infertility due to Chromosomal Abnormalities in men of South India- A Case Study." Journal of Ecobiology, Vol.32 (3) 167-176 (2013).

14. Pandiyan.N., Pandiyan.N., Muthiah.S., Kanagaraj.S., Varalakshmi.B (1998). "Cryopreservation of testicular tissue." Current Science. 75:2.

15. Pandiyan.n and Muthiah.S (2012). "SPERT-Sperm Retrieval from testes (submitted)."

16. Pandiyan.N, sarat.B, Moorthi.P.S.R and Muthiah.S (1992). "Macroepididymal sperm aspiration (MAESA), international conference, Vienna."

17. Pandiyan.N, Radhapandiyan.N, Jyotsna Marthai, Moorthi.P.S.R, Varalakshmi.B nad Muthiah.S (1995). "Cryopreservation of Epididymal Spermatozoa." International world congress kyota.

18. Pandiyan.N, Muthiah.S, and Moorthi.P.S.R (1994). "Microsurgical epididymal sperms aspiration (Hope calling.4.5)."

19. Pandiyan.N, Kanagaraj.S, and Muthiah.S (1997). "Sperm count decreasing in the recent years." National congress Chennai.

20. Pandiyan.R., Pandiyan.N., Muthiah.S., Kanagaraj.S., Varalakshmi.B (1998). "Cryopreservation of testicular tissue." Current science.75:2.

21. Pandiyan.n and Muthiah.S (2012). "SPERT-Sperm Retrieval from testes (submitted)."

22. Pandiyan.N, sarat.B, Moorthi.P.S.R and Muthiah.S (1992). "Macroepididymal sperm aspiration (MAESA), international conference, Vienna."

23. Pandiyan.N, Radhapandiyan.N, Jyotsna Marthai, Moorthi.P.S.R, Varalakshmi.B nad Muthiah.S (1995). "Cryopreservation of Epididymal Spermatozoa." International world congress kyota.

24. Pandiyan.N, Muthiah.S, and Moorthi.P.S.R (1994). "Microsurgical epididymal sperms aspiration (Hope calling.4.5)."

25. Pandiyan.N, Kanagaraj.S, and Muthiah.S (1997). "Sperm count decreasing in the recent years." National congress Chennai.

• "Macroepididymal Sperm Aspiration (MAESA)" - Vienna (1992)
• "Cryopreservation of Epididymal Spermatozoa" - Kyoto (1995)
• "Microsurgical Epididymal Sperms Aspiration" - Hope Calling (1994.5)
• "Sperm Count Decreasing in Recent Years" - National Congress, Chennai (1997)

Hobbies:

• Traveling: Exploring diverse cultures and landscapes
• Tamil Literature and Poetry: Appreciating the richness of the language
• Political and Scientific Developments: Staying informed and engaged in current affairs

• Date of Birth: 05/22/66
• Gender: Male
• Nationality: Indian
• Marital Status: Married

 Address:Managing Director, Kanmani Fertility Center Private Limited, 43, South Usman Road, T.Nagar, Chennai-600017
Director, Institute of Bio-Medical Research, 23/6, Shivaji Street (1st Floor), T.Nagar, Chennai-600017

• Email: ssmuthiah2003@yahoo.co.in
• Phone: +91 9841011635/6, +91-44-24314922/33/44