Education
Guest lecture on miRNA Technology
The guest lecture program was conducted successfully by IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter in association with Neomutants Biotech Association on 5th October, 2015. The participants were enlightened by the lecture given by Dr.Abul Kalam Azaad Mandal, Professor, VIT University, Vellore. He gave a deep insight into miRna technology and its future prospects. The lecture made the students realize and know the new ideas on miRna technology.
Knowledge sharing session on “Anti diabetic activity of leaf extracts”
The Branch Chapter organized a knowledge sharing session. Dr.S.Sdihra presented her research findings on Assessment of antidiabetic activity of leucas aspera leaf extracts on alloxan induced diabetic rats. She shared her novel ideas and created awareness about the diabetes and its causes and effects.
One credit course on Phytochemistry and natural bioproducts
One credit course on “Phytochemistry and Natural bioproducts” was organised by IEEE-EMBS student branch chapter in association with Armats Biotek Training and Research Institute (ABTRI) for a period of three days from 05.09.2015 to 07.09.2015 to the students of B. Tech Biotechnology. The course covered all the aspects of the Phytochemistry, natural bioproducts and formulation.Invited lecture on “Introduction to Phytomedicines” was given by Dr.H.Sekar Babu, eminent professor, Armats Biotek, Chennai. The second session was a lead lecture on “Prospects and challenges in bioproducts “ by Dr.P.Arumugam, Director, Armats Biotek Pvt Ltd, Chennai.the lead lecture on formulation of bioproducts-principles and practices was given by Dr.K.Balasubramanian, Adjunct professor (research) herbal medicines, Herbal Oncologist ,Remoni Research Foundation, Chennai. Hands -on session on preparation of herbal tea formulation ,sensory evaluvation, TLC profiling and formulation of biofertilizers was conducted by Mr.K.Kasinathan, Ms.K.Saraswathi.
One day Workshop on Optimization methods in Bioprocess Engineering
A workshop entitled, ”Optimization methods in Bioprocess Engineering” was organized by IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter on 12th of September 2015 for the students of III year, Department of Biotechnology. About fifty pupils were guided by Dr.P.Sivamani,Assistant Professor of Department of Biotechnology, Kumaraguru College of Technology, Coimbatore. The students were taught various methods of optimization which included Plackett-Burmann Design, One Factor At Time (OFAT) and Response Surface Methodology (RSM). The students were exposed to some of the important softwares and techniques that are being used for optimization.
Knowledge sharing session on “Optimization of effective parameters for the extraction of proanthocyanidines using RSM and GA”
A research forum on “Optimization of effective parameters for the extraction of proanthocyanidines using RSM and GA” on 1st October,2015.Mr.R.Arulvel, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, KSRCT, shared his research findings with the students and staff members of the department. His presentation inculcated the students with thought provoking ideas on various aspects.
Workshop on Advanced Techniques in Immunotechnology in collaboration with ProGen Pvt ltd, Salem
One day workshop on “Advanced Techniques in Immunotechnology” was arranged for the Final year students of the department on October 10th, 2015 by IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter and Pro-Gen pvt, ltd, Salem. Dr.V.Ganesan, Scientist, Pro-Gen, pvt, ltd conducted the workshop. Hands-on training on the techniques such as differentiation of blood cells, immunoelectrophoresis, radial immunodiffusion, C-reactive protein test and ELISA sandwich tests were given to the students. The students were benefitted and learned the various techniques in immunotechnology.
Workshop on Advanced Techniques in Genetic Engineering in collaboration with MEDOX Biotech Pvt ltd, Chennai.
IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter in collaboration with Medox Biotech pvt, ltd, Chennai organized a two days workshop on “Advance techniques in Genetic Engineering” during October 12th& 13th , 2015 for the third year students of the department. The workshop was arranged to give hands-on training on the techniques like multiplex pcr, site directed mutagenesis, GFP cloning and DNA mutation detection analysis. The students actively participated and engaged themselves to learn the techniques and took effort to overcome the troubleshooting in handling experiments in genetic engineering.
Research forum on “Terminator Seed Technology”
IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter organized research forum on January 07th,2016 in which Mrs.M.Nithya, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, KSRCT shared her views on “Terminator seed technology”. She also discussed the advantages and disadvantages of the technology. All the students of the department attended the program and indulged their minds with thought provoking ideas.
Research forum on “Effect of gamma radiation on lichen growth”
IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter (SBC 60891A) organized a Research forum on 21.04.2016. Dr.P.Ponmurugan, Secretary, IEEE-EMBS Madras Section and Professor & Head, Department of Biotechnology, K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology, presented his research findings on “Effect of Gamma radiation on Lichens”. He elaborated the effect of gamma radiation on lichen samples in order to synthesis radio protective compounds for its biomedical applications. A total of 24 student members and seven faculty members attended the forum.
Research forum on "Tissue Engineering Biomaterials" and “India's Energy Security-The Role of Nuclear Energy”
IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter organized a Research forum on 05.05.2016. Ms. K.Suriya, Full-Time Research Scholar, Department of Biotechnology, K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology presented her research views on Tissue Engineering. She shared her views on scaffold, assembly methods, tissue culture and developments in tissue engineering. A total of 44 EMBS members and 12 faculty members attended the forum.
Mr. G.Ayyappadasan, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology presented his views on National energy status, renewable and non-renewable energy sources, nuclear energy, energy security, energy policies of the country and future scenario of energy etc., He also discussed the current status of nuclear power plants across the country.
Research forum on "Cyanogenic Glucosides in Cassava Products - An Overview"
IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter (SBC 60891A) organized a Research forum on 23.06.2016. Mr.G.Ayyappadasan, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology, presented his views on cyanogenic glucosides in cassava products. He elaborated the functions of glucosides and various health effects associated with the consumption of cassava. A total of 44 student EMBS members and twelve non-members attended the forum.
Research forum on ”Scope of Enzymes in Paper and Pulp Industries”
IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter organized research forum on July 08th,2016 in which Ms. P. Divya, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology shared her views on “Scope of Enzymes in Paper and Pulp Industries”.
Guest lecture on "Exploring the online learning portals"
KSRCT IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter (SBC 60891A) organized a guest lecture program on “The online advantage offline: Exploring the online learning portals”. The program was held on 17.08.2017. Dr.S.Umaiarasi, Professor, Department of English, K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology, Namakkal District graced the occasion with her lecture on online portals. Around 120 members participated and were benefitted.
Guest lecture on "Biotechnology and Biomedical Technology"
KSRCT IEEE-EMBS Student Branch Chapter (SBC 60891A) organized a guest lecture program on “Biotechnology and Biomedical Technology”. The program was held on 30.08.2017. Dr.Jithin Krishnan, EMBS Secretary, Kerala Section & Scientist/Engineer, Sree Chitrathirunal Institute of Medical Sciences and Technology, Tiruvananthapuram, Kerala District graced the occasion as a guest speaker. He also elaborated the membership benefits and role of affinity groups.Around 132 members participated and were benefitted.