Name: Dr. C. Durai Designation: Professor Phone: 9865429632 Email:durai@cutn.ac.in
Biographic Sketch:
Dr. Durai is an accomplished academic and Physical Education specialist with more than twenty years of experience in higher education. He commenced his academic career with a Bachelor’s degree from Lakshmibai National College of Physical Education (LNCPE), Kerala University (1996–1999), followed by a Master’s degree from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, and earned his Doctoral degree at Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tamil Nadu between 2009 and 2012.
He served as Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Education and Sports at Manonmaniam Sundaranar University for 18 years, significantly contributing to curriculum development, sports promotion, and academic administration. He also held leadership roles including Head In‑Charge of the department and Director of Sports, overseeing student progression, university sports governance, and organizing major intercollegiate and inter-university competitions.
Dr. Durai’s robust academic background and dedication to physical education have informed his commitment to teaching, research, and student development. He remains actively engaged in advancing the field of physical education and sports sciences through innovative pedagogy, institutional leadership, and a focus on empowering students.
Research Highlights :
Dr. C. Durai is an eminent academic and researcher in the field of Physical Education, noted for his contributions to technology-enabled learning and interdisciplinary research within sports sciences. His doctoral work on web-based instruction in higher education represents a forward-thinking approach to modernizing physical education and enhancing its academic and societal impact.
As a prolific scholar, Dr. Durai has published extensively in UGC CARE-listed and Scopus-indexed journals, evidencing sustained productivity and high-quality research output. His scholarly achievements include authoring a book, contributing seven book chapters, and serving in editorial capacities for academic publications.
Dr. Durai’s research interests are deeply rooted in behaviour modification through sports participation and physical activity, with a strong emphasis on promoting societal health and wellbeing. His expertise extends to psychomotor skill enhancement, and the development of managerial competencies among physical education professionals, reflecting his commitment to both research and holistic professional development. He has guided ten Ph.D. scholars to completion, thereby contributing significantly to capacity building and academic excellence within the field of physical education.
Recent Publications :
Ajisha, S. G. S., Durai, C. (2025). Impact of fixed and growth mindsets on social maturity and emotional adjustment among young athletes. The Bioscan: An International Quarterly Journal of Life Sciences, 20(4), 729–735.
Ajisha, S. G. S., & Durai, C. (2025). Comparison of emotional stability and social adjustment between athletes with mixed and fixed mindsets. The Bioscan: An International Quarterly Journal of Life Sciences, 20(3), 953–961.
Alex, A. T., & Durai, C. (2025). Impact of yogic practices and neuromotor training on reaction time and hand–eye coordination among female students. The Bioscan: An International Quarterly Journal of Life Sciences, 20(3), 639–642. https://doi.org/10.63001/tbs.2025.v20.i03.pp639-642
Alex, A. T., & Durai, C. (2024). Enhancing dexterity and speed of movement through yogic practices and neuromotor training in female students. Educational Administration: Theory and Practice, 30(11), 2673–2676.
Mariappan, S., & Durai, C. (2024). Relationship between dark triad personality and aggression among cyclic and acyclic sports. Educational Administration: Theory and Practice, 30(10), 414–417. https://doi.org/10.53555/kuey.v30i10.8154
Mariappan, S., & Durai, C. (2024). In sports science, perform a bibliometric analysis on artificial intelligence. Shanlax International Journal of Arts, Science and Humanities, 11(3).
Durai, C. (2023). A comparative study on locus of control among participants in different sports categories. International Multidisciplinary Research Journal, 11(2), 27–30.
Mariappan, S., & Durai, C. (2022). Relationship between dark triad personality and self-esteem among sports players. International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences, 11(8).
Murugan, M., Durai, C., & Harish, P. (2022). Professional experience as a tool in better class management among physical education teachers. High Technology Letters, 28(7), 860–867.
Usha, N., Laurance, S., & Durai, C. (2022). Relative effect of yogic practice and pilates training on motor variables among women students. NeuroQuantology, 20(22), 1393–1397.
Usha, N., Laurance, S., & Durai, C. (2022). Relative effect of yogic practice and pilates training on physiological variables among women students. International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences.
Durai, C., & Anantharaj, G. (2021). Influence of video modelling with video feedback on hang technique in long jump. International Journal of Recent Research and Applied Studies, 8(3).
Durai, C. (2021). Analysis of personal efficacy and altruism between high and low achievers in football players. Research Nebula. https://doi.org/10.22183
Athisayaraj, S., & Durai, C. (2021). Analyse the height and weight on selected fundamental movement skill and self-esteem among rural school children. International Journal of Recent Research and Applied Studies.
