Dr. K. B. Chandrasekhar, Vice-Chancellor of Krishna University, Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh. He has worked as a Professor of Chemistry, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur and his professional career for 31 years in the Noble field of Teaching and worked as a Director of Research & Development, JNTUA-Oil Technological and Pharmaceutical Research Institute and Director of Foreign Affairs and Alumni Matters. As a token of his research contribution in the career, he guided 90 Ph.D. students. He was accorded the prestigious "Best Teacher" Award in 2012 by the Govt. of Andhra Pradesh and "Research Excellence Award" for his vast knowledge in the area of Chemical and Pharmaceutical research. He has authored three books, presented research papers in National and International forums and quality publications. He is a fellow of various professional bodies.