Department of Microbiology
Established in 1990, the Department of Microbiology has evolved into a center of scientific inquiry, offering a curriculum that integrates foundational microbiology with the latest advancements. Our department emphasizes hands-on laboratory experience and interdisciplinary learning, preparing students for diverse fields. With a dedicated faculty, we foster intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and professional growth. Students are encouraged to undertake independent projects and skill development, supported by a comprehensive collection of books, magazines, and journals.
Vision
Empowering the youth by imparting global competencies and skills driven by innovation and service to humanity.
Mission
- Impart knowledge and understanding of microbiology concepts applicable to various fields such as medical, industrial, environmental, genetic, agricultural, and food sciences.
- Instill practical skills for working with microbes in both laboratory and field settings, including adherence to good microbiological practices.
- Equip students to analyze microbial problems, communicate effectively with peers and stakeholders, and implement solutions.
- Develop a broad perspective on microbiology to address societal challenges and foster innovative career solutions.
Facilities
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Name of the Institution/Industry/Corporate House | Month and Year of Signing MoU | Duration | Link | List of Activities Under Each MoU | Number of Students/Teachers Who Benefitted from MoUs | National/International |
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Faculty of Agro Industry, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand | March, 2024 | 1 Year | 1. ENZYBridge 2024 International Conference | Department of Biological Sciences (450 students) | International |
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Name of the Value-Added Courses Offered | Course Code | No. of Times Offered During the Year | Duration of Course (in Hours) | Number of Students Enrolled | Brochure/ List of Participants Link |
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BASIC CONCEPTS OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY | 23099 | 1 | 30 | 13 | Brochure & List of Participants |
2020-2023 | ||||
Year | Total No of Students | Pass % | Distinction % | First Class % |
I Year | 56 | 100 | 47.8 | 52.2 |
II Year | 56 | 97.5 | 46.3 | 51.2 |
III Year | 56 | 98.5 | 48.5 | 50 |
Date | Name of the Staff Involved | No. of Programmes Undertaken | No. of Beneficiaries | Revenue Generated | Link to the Supporting Document |
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2023-2024 | Dr Vaishali Rai M | Antimicrobial Studies | 30 | 46,350/- | Supporting Document |
Sl. No | Name | Details | Link for Certificate/Photo |
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1 | Innovace 2022-2023 & 2023-2024 | Department has won overall championship for consecutive 2 years in INNOVACE, Interclass Competitions | Certificate/Photo |
Sl. No | Name | Details | Link for Certificate/Photo |
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1 | Dr Vaishali Rai | FDP on AI Enabled Technology, Machine learning and Generative Artificial Intelligence organised by Loyola Institute of Business Administration, Chennai, held from 06-07-2023 to 08-07-2023 | Certificate/Photo |
2 | Dr Vaishali Rai | Resource person for Hands on Workshop "Techniques in Molecular Biology" at St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangalore | Certificate/Photo |
3 | Dr Vaishali Rai | Resource person at Pragathi Skill development Programme on Artificial Intelligence, leadership skills | Certificate/Photo |
4 | Dr Vaishali Rai | Invited as Judge for the Poster presentation held at NUCSER, Paneer Campus, Nitte University as part of NuChrome 2024 | Certificate/Photo |
5 | Dr Vaishali Rai | Invited as Judge for the Scientific Poster presentation held at the International Conference Environment Sustainability: Harmony with Nature organised by PG Departments of Sciences, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) | Certificate/Photo |
6 | Dr Vaishali Rai | Resource person for a Guest Lecture Induction of Immune response Organised by Govt. Nature Cure and Yoga Medical College and Hospital KRS Road, Mysore | Certificate/Photo |
7 | Dr Vaishali Rai | Resource person for "Planning Research at the Undergraduate Level" Conducted by Dept. of Pharmacology, Yenepoya Medical College, Mangalore | Certificate/Photo |
Sl. No | Name | Details | Link for Certificate/Photo |
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1 | Pratham Rao T & Umang Pravin Bhai Patel | Presented a paper in the 4th International Conference on Bacteriophage Research & Antimicrobial Resistance held by Centre for Advanced Studies in Botany, University of Madras, Tamilnadu, India. from 28.09.2023 to 30.09.2023 | Certificate/Photo |
2 | Shiwani Gowli | Cleared the GATE exam for life sciences held on 10th February 2024 | |
3 | Rukyath Shaima T & P Urvashi Rao | Resource Persons for the BASF Kids Lab, Hands on workshop were conducted for kids from 29.01.2024 to 09.02.2024 | |
4 | Vismaya Shetty | Won 1st place in the 3000 mts run held in the Individual category on 08.02.2024 | |
5 | Abhay B Kotian | State level weight lifting champion |
Papers Presented by the Faculty in the Seminars/ Workshops | ||||||||
S.No | Name of the Staff | Name of the Workshop/Seminar/Symposium | Title of the Paper | Oral/Poster | Date | Organized by | Level | Link to the Certificates |
1 | Dr Vaishali Rai M (Co-author) | Transformative Chemistry for a Sustainable Future | Synthesis, characterization and photocatalytic degradation studies of ZnO-WO3 nanoparticles | Poster | 15-03-2024 | Dept of Chemistry, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) | International | |
2 | Dr Vaishali Rai M (Co-author) | Environment Sustainability: Harmony with Nature | Green approach to the synthesis of doped cerium oxide nanoparticles from Tectona grandis seed extract for the application in dye degradation and biological studies | Poster | 06-04-2024 | PG Departments of Sciences, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) | International | |
3 | Dr Vaishali Rai M (Corresponding author) | Bacteriophage Research & Antimicrobial Resistance | Exploring Cross Infectivity: Evaluating the Potential of Coliphages to target Pseudomonas sp. and Klebsiella sp. | Poster | 28/09/2023 - 30/09/2023 | Centre for Advanced Studies in Botany, University of Madras, Tamilnadu, India | International |
Industrial Visit to CMFRI- Kochi & Munnar from February 23rd to 25th 2024.
The students of Biological Sciences visited CMFRI in Cochin and Spice gardens in Munnar as part of their study tour from February 23 to 25th. A total of 90 students attended the tour.They were accompanied by 4 staff members.
Industrial Visit to Dairy DKMF
Industrial Visit to Campco Chocolate Factory
Industrial Visit to UB, Baikampady