Dr Siva Kumar commenced his academic career as a Lecturer in the Department of Chemistry, Sri Venkateswara Post-Graduation College, Kadapa, India, in 2001. His association with SRM Group originated in June 2012 when he decided to be a part of the Department of Chemistry at SRM Institute of Science and Technology. His ties became stronger with his appointment at SRM University-AP in June 2017. His efforts in developing the University since its inception are commendable.