Department of Biotechnology
The Department of Biotechnology was established in the year 2004 as an institution offering graduate courses in Biotechnology. The College also started Post Graduate course in the academic year 2008. We have 09 faculty members and vibrant graduate and postgraduate student strength of over 100.
Department teaches about on various streams of Biotechnology and multidisciplinary sciences: molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, neuroscience, biophysics, bioinformatics, environmental biotechnology, biostatistics, and medical microbiology.
Our students conduct research under the supervision of their supervisor with an aim to engage them in the processes of intellectual inquiry, problem solving and creative thinking.
Admission to these degree programs is on meritorious base and according to role of University of Mumbai.
Consultancy Services: (If any) – Electrophoresis of protein and DNA samples.
Lab Information Details
Laboratory-I (Biotechnology):
Total area in square feet: 44ft. X 34 ft.
Laboratory-II (Biotechnology):
Total area in square feet: 28ft. X 21ft.
Instrumentation Room:
Total area in square feet: 34ft. X 14ft.
Preparation Room:
Total area in square feet: 16ft. X 14.5ft.
Incubation Room:
Total area in square feet: 14.5 ft. x 6.5 ft.
Store Room:
1.Total area in square feet: 8ft. X 8.5ft.
2.Total area in square feet: 13ft. X 2.5ft.
Washing Room:
Total area in square feet: 10.5ft. X 6.5ft.
Passage:
Total area in square feet: 58.5 ft. x 10.5 ft.
Total area in square feet: 18 ft. x 4 ft.
Total area in square feet: 14 ft. x 8.5 ft.
Equipments
1. Refrigerator
2. Stabilizer
3. Colorimeter
4. Electronic balance
5. Rotary shaker
6. pH meter
7. Conductivity meter
8. Homogenizer
9. Cooling Centrifuge
10. Deep freezer
11. Electrophoresis Apparatus
Research Equipments
1. Laminar air flow cabinet
2. Inverted Microscope
3. Carl Zeiss Phase contrast microscope
4. PCR machine
5. UV – Vis Spectrophotometer
6.Gel Documentation System
7.Gel Rocker
8.FTIR Machine
Research Equipments
pH Meter
Mono–pan Digital Balance
Electrophoresis Apparatus
Deep Freezer
Cooling Centrifuge
Laminar Air Flow Cabinet
Inverted Microscope
UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
Carl Zeiss Microscope
PCR Machine
Gel Documentation System and Gel Rocker
UG
| Class and Semester | Course Nomenclature | Course Type |
|---|---|---|
| F. Y. B. Sc. Semester I | Fundamentals of Biotechnology – I | Core Subject |
| Microbiology – I | Core Subject | |
| Basic Chemistry – I | Core Subject | |
| Biochemistry: Concept of Biomolecules – I | Core Subject | |
| Genetics | Core Subject | |
| Molecular Biology – I | Core Subject | |
| Communication Skills | Ability Enhancement Course | |
| F. Y. B. Sc. Semester II | Fundamentals of Biotechnology – II | Core Subject |
| Cell Biology and Microbiology- II | Core Subject | |
| Basic Chemistry – II | Core Subject | |
| Biochemistry: Concept of Biomolecules – II and Basic Analytical Techniques | Core Subject | |
| Physiology and Immunology | Core Subject | |
| Basic Computers and Biostatistics | Core Subject | |
| Sustainable Development and Environmental Biotechnology | Ability Enhancement Course | |
| S. Y. B. Sc. Semester III | Biophysics | Core |
| Applied Chemistry – I | Core | |
| Immunology | Core | |
| Cell Biology and Cytogenetics | Core | |
| Molecular Biology | Core | |
| Bioprocess Technology | Skill Enhancement Elective | |
| Research Methodology | General Elective | |
| S. Y. B. Sc. Semester IV | Biochemistry | Core |
| Applied Chemistry – II | Core | |
| Medical Microbiology | Core | |
| Environmental Biotechnology | Core | |
| Biostatistics and Bioinformatics | Core | |
| Molecular Diagnostics | Skill Enhancement Elective | |
| Entrepreneurship Development | General Elective | |
| T. Y. B. Sc. Semester V | Cell Biology | Compulsory |
| Medical Microbiology and Instrumentation | Compulsory | |
| Genomes and Molecular Biology | Compulsory | |
| Marine Biotechnology | Compulsory | |
| Applied Component - Biosafety | Compulsory | |
| T. Y. B. Sc. Semester VI | Biochemistry | Compulsory |
| Industrial Microbiology | Compulsory | |
| Pharmacology and Neurochemistry | Compulsory | |
| Environmental Biotechnology | Compulsory | |
| Applied Component - Agribiotechnology | Compulsory |
PG
| Class and Semester | Course Nomenclature | Course Type |
|---|---|---|
| M. Sc. I Semester I | Biochemistry | Compulsory |
| Immunology | Compulsory | |
| Cell Biology | Compulsory | |
| Emerging Technologies and Molecular Diagnostics | Compulsory | |
| M. Sc. I Semester II | Bioinformatics and Biostatistics | Compulsory |
| Plant and Animal Biotechnology | Compulsory | |
| Bioprocess Engineering and Technology | Compulsory | |
| Intellectual Property Rights and Bioethics | Compulsory | |
| M. Sc. II Semester III | Applied Virology and Microbiology | Compulsory |
| Environmental Biotechnology | Compulsory | |
| Biologics and Regulatory Affairs | Compulsory | |
| Molecular Enzymology and Enzyme Technology | Compulsory | |
| M. Sc. II Semester IV | Nanobiotechnology | Compulsory |
| OMICS and Systems Biology | Compulsory | |
| Drug Discovery and Clinical Study | Compulsory | |
| Scientific Writing and Food Biotechnology | Compulsory |
Programme & Course Outcome
Program Specific Outcomes
UG Biotechnology
To impart hands on skills in preparation of Buffers and solutions.
To impart skills in handling the cultures of micro – organisms
To impart the knowledge of molecular biology techniques.
To impart the skills of PTC, ATC and Science communication
To impart knowledge of society and make students aware about the Problems in Society.
To understand basic principles of research methodology and identify a research problem.
To gain critical thinking and analytical skills to understand new diagnostic methods.
To write a business plan.
To design strategies for successful implementation of ideas.
PG Biotechnology
To develop the knowledge of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioprocess Technology.
To impart the knowledge of Bioinformatics and Biostatistics.
To impart the research values among the students.
Course Outcome
| Class | Course code | Course Outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| F. Y. B. T. | USBT101 | To familiarize the students with the potential and different applications of Biotechnology. |
| USBT102 | To build firm foundation in microbiology, sterilization techniques and staining. | |
| USBT103 | To acquaint the students with basic concepts of Chemistry like nomenclature, chemical bonds, titrimetric, gravimetry, stereochemistry, etc. | |
| USBT104 | To acquaint the students with different concepts of biomolecules. | |
| USBT105 | To provide insight to students on fundamental concepts of Mendelian genetics, microbial genetics and population genetics. | |
| USBT106 | To build a firm foundation of molecular biology. | |
| USBT107 | To acquaint the students with different aspects of communication skills. | |
| USBT201 | To acquaint students with the applications of Biotechnology in the field of food, medicine and fermentation. | |
| USBT202 | To build a firm foundation of concepts related to cell biology and microbiology. | |
| USBT203 | To acquaint the students with some core aspects of physical chemistry. | |
| USBT204 | To build a firm foundation on the fundamentals of biochemistry and analytical techniques. | |
| USBT205 | To provide an insight in to the different physiological processes of plants and animals. | |
| USBT206 | To develop the students’ understanding of computer and biostatistics. | |
| USBT207 | To sensitize and create awareness about Ecology, renewable energy and different environmental issues. | |
| S. Y. B. T. | USBT301 | To develop an understanding of the different aspects of classical Physics |
| USBT302 | To develop an understanding of the different aspects of organic and green Chemistry | |
| USBT303 | To understand the principles underlying various immuno techniques | |
| USBT304 | To develop an understanding of the cytoskeleton and cell membrane | |
| USBT305 | To discuss the mechanisms associated with gene expression at the level of transcription and translation | |
| USBT306 | To develop an understanding of the various aspects of bioprocess technology; skills associated with screening of industrially important strains | |
| USBT307 | To understand basic principles of research methodology and identify a research problem | |
| USBT401 | To discuss the metabolic pathways of carbohydrates, amino acids, lipids and nucleotides | |
| USBT402 | To develop an understanding of the different aspects of analytical Chemistry | |
| USBT403 | To discuss the various aspects of systemic infections including causative agents, symptoms and prophylaxis | |
| USBT404 | To gain an understanding of the causes, types and control methods for environmental pollution | |
| USBT405 | To gain an understanding of the basic concepts of Bioinformatics and Biostatistics | |
| USBT406 | To gain an understanding of the basic principles used in molecular diagnosis | |
| USBT407 | To develop an understanding of the systematic process and to select and screen a business idea | |
| T. Y. B. T. | USBT501 | To impart the knowledge of cell biology |
| USBT502 | To impart the knowledge of Medical Microbiology and Instrumentation | |
| USBT503 | To impart the knowledge of Genomes and Molecular Biology | |
| USBT504 | To impart the knowledge of Marine Biotechnology | |
| USBT505 | To impart the knowledge of Biosafety practices | |
| USBT601 | To impart the knowledge of Biochemistry | |
| USBT602 | To impart the knowledge of Industrial Microbiology | |
| USBT603 | To impart the knowledge of Pharmacology and Neurochemistry | |
| USBT604 | To impart the knowledge of Environmental Biotechnology | |
| USBT605 | To impart the knowledge of Agribiotechnology | |
| M. Sc. I | PSBT101 | To develop the basic concepts of Biochemistry |
| PSBT102 | To develop the basic concepts of Immunology | |
| PSBT103 | To impart the knowledge of Cell Biology | |
| PSBT104 | To develop the basic concepts of Emerging technologies and molecular diagnostics | |
| PSBT201 | To impart the knowledge of Bioinformatics and Biostatistics | |
| PSBT202 | To impart the knowledge of Plant and Animal Biotechnology | |
| PSBT203 | To develop the basic concepts of Bioprocess Engineering and technology | |
| PSBT204 | To develop the basic concepts of Intellectual property rights and Bioethics | |
| M. Sc. II | PSBT301 | Students will understand epidemiological principles in prevention, control and management of pandemic disease. They will acquire understanding of antimicrobial resistance for management of drug resistance in population. Students will understand the different aspects of biofilm and their management. They will also get insights into latest development of diagnostics and therapeutics for such diseases. |
| PSBT302 | Students will be able to understand various concepts of environmental biotechnology, latest development in the area and use of microbiological, molecular and analytical methods in environmental biotechnology. | |
| PSBT303 | The learner will be familiar with the basic concepts and significance of Biologics/Biosimilar in addition to having knowledge about its therapeutic applications, Knowledgeable in the steps involved in the production of Biologics/Biosimilars, Aware of the protocols/techniques required for characterization of the Biosimilar relative to the Reference Biologic, Acquainted with the regulatory aspects of approval of a Biosimilars. | |
| PSBT304 | Enzyme deficiencies and use of enzymes as therapeutics. At the end of the course the student will be aware of the enzyme kinetics, the catalytic power of an enzyme, changes in the active site, and the importance of the transition state. The importance of obtaining enzymes in their pure form and the ways it can be achieved. The need for and methods for enzyme engineering to enhance its activity or half life. The significance of enzymes as diagnostic tools, in therapy, industrial application and as biosensors; and the outcome of enzyme deficiencies. |
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| PSBT401 | Students should be able to understand the basic science behind the properties of nano materials and the principles behind advanced experimental techniques for studying nano materials. Also understand the different aspects and applications of nano materials. | |
| PSBT402 | Learners will be able to understand how the data is generated by OMICS technologies to contribute to different databases. Understand, compare and contrast the techniques involved in Genomics, Proteomics, transcriptomics, Lipidomics and Metabolomics. Will be able to apply the different technologies of OMICS to the screening, testing and treatment of human diseases. Understand the structure and dynamics of a systems as a whole. Apply the different approaches to study systems biology by top down and bottom up approach. Introduction to concepts of knowledge discovery process and data mining methods. Understand the application of data mining in genomics, proteomics and development of tools in bioinformatics. Have the knowledge of applications of systems biology in development of personalized medicine, drug development. |
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| PSBT403 | The student will able to learn about drug discovery-design pathway using some in-silico tools. Able to understand the clinical trial design set up as well as they will gain information on rules-regulation and responsibilities in clinical studies. | |
| PSBT404 | Students will be able to think critically, organize and analyze scientific data. Develop advanced scientific writing skills to write research articles, reviews, thesis, and proposals and to make oral, poster or power point presentations. Understand the best practices of scientific writing by adhering to research ethics and by avoiding plagiarism. |
Seminar Workshop Organized(Last 5 years)
Workshop on PCR and Bioinformatics conductedon 25th and 26th Feb.2012
Workshop on “Challenges in Biopharmaceutical Industry” jointly organized by UGC ,New Delhi, Gogate –Jogalekr college, Ratnagiri and NFB, Khalsa college, Mumbai on 26th – 28th August, 2013.
National conference on “Mangroves of Konkan coast” organized by Gogate-Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri in collaboration with Mangroves society of India on 2nd – 3rd Feb., 2015.
National seminar on “Biotechnology for better tomorrow” organized by Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri in collaboration with Microbiologist society, India on 26th Feb., 2015.
Workshop cum training on “Applications of Bioinformatics” organized by Department of Biological Sciences, Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri on 13th – 14th Feb.,2016.
Department of Biotechnology in collaboration with Microbiologists Society, India – Ratnagiri Chapter; Mangrove Society of India – Ratnagiri Chapter; Nature Club; NCC organized “Biotechnology Dindi – Awareness Campaign” on the occasion of World Wetlands Day on 2nd February, 2018
Slogan Competition
Internships in Gadre Marine Export Pvt. Ltd., Ratnagiri; TJ Marine products Pvt. Ltd., Ratnagiri
Workshop cum training on “Applications of Bioinformatics” organized by Department of Biological Sciences, Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri on 18th – 19th Feb.,2017.
Workshop cum training on “Applications of Bioinformatics” organized by Department of Biotechnology, Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri on 10th – 11th Feb.,2018.
Workshop cum training on “Applications of Bioinformatics in Agriculture” organized by Department of Biotechnology, Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri on 24th – 25th Feb.,2018.
Organized exhibition: ‘3 Eras in 1 Generation’ as an awareness activity for school students on 11th August, 2018.
Organized a Cleanliness drive at Department of Biotechnology, GJC, Ratnagiri on 6th Oct., 2018.
Workshop cum training on “Applications of Bioinformatics” organized by Department of Biotechnology, Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri on 5th March, 2019.
Workshop cum training on “Applications of Bioinformatics” organized by Department of Biotechnology, Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri on 6th March, 2019.
Organized “Health Awareness Lecture” delivered by Dr. Saroj Bolde, Associate Professor, Grant Government Medical College, Mumbai on 12th July, 2019.
Workshop cum training on “Applications of Bioinformatics” organized by Department of Biotechnology, Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri on 25th Feb., 2020.
Workshop cum training on “Applications of Bioinformatics” organized by Department of Biotechnology, Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri on 26th Feb., 2020.
Workshop cum training on “Applications of Bioinformatics” organized by Department of Biotechnology, Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri on 5th and 6th Feb., 2021.
Workshop cum training on “Applications of Bioinformatics” organized by Department of Biotechnology, Gogate – Jogalekar College, Ratnagiri on 14th and 15th Jan., 2022.
Collaboration with other Institutes
Smt. Parvatibai Chowgule College, Margao, Goa
MoU Activities
- 02 UG students (Bosco Bothelo and Mangesh Shelke) and one staff member (Mr. Shubham N. Panchal) participated in “National workshop on Scientoons” organized by Chowgule College, Madgaon on 17th and 18th August, 2018.
- 02 UG students (Pallavi Gokhale and Swapnil Shinde) participated in Workshop on ‘Explore and Understand DNA’ organized at BioEra’s R & D Center and Training facility by BioEra Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd., Pune on 18th and 19th August, 2018.
- Our department visited Chowgule College, Madgaon for discussing the new ideas applicable for the curricular and extra – curricular activities on 23rd January, 2019.
- One staff member (Mr. Shubham N. Panchal) Participated in Regional workshop on Research Based Pedagogical Tools held in Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts and Science, Gogol – Margao, Goa from 5th to 7th March, 2020.
Academic Extension & Photograph, MOU activities related information & Photographs, Research collaborations.
- Nature Club
- KTS
- Shodhvedh Research Festival of College
- Smt. Parvatibai Chowgule College, Margao, Goa
- AIDS-Day Awareness programme – Rangoli and Poster Exhibition
6. Avishkar State level Inter-University Research Festival
7. Organic farming awareness programme
8. NSS and NCC
9. Biodiversity awareness campaign
10. Mangrove Conservation awareness programme
11. Blood Donation programme
12. Industrial visit
JNCASR, Bangalore
IBAB, Bangalore
Birla Institute of Scientific Research
BISR Bioinformatics Centre
CSIR – NIO, Goa
ICAR – CCARI, Goa
Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts and Science, Madgaon, Goa
Regional Coconut Research Station, Bhatye, Ratnagiri
MGM’s Institute of Biosciences and Technology, Aurangabad
College of Agricultural Biotechnology, Aurangabad
MGM Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Aurangabad
Mr. Ajay Redij and Mr. DyaneshRanade has qualified joint CSIR-UGC NET exam.
Mr. AdwaitParchure and SaritaWaingankar: Project selected at State level interuniversity research convention “Avishkar”
Title – Industrial application of (GCO) media.
Two students participated in International conference on Innovations in Energy, Polymer and Environmental Sciences, organized by YashvantraoChavan
Institute of Science, Satara and Shivaji University Kolhapur, Maharashtra, on 10th -12th Jan.,2014
13 Students from M.Sc.I and II Biotechnology published there research papers in BIONANO FRONTIER Journal at National level Seminar on Biotechnology for sustainable growth and development organized by
CKT College, Panvel on 3rd to 4th Jan 2014.
18 Students from M.Sc. II Biotechnology presented a research paper in National seminar on Environment management and biodiversity conservation, organized by AbasahebMarathe Arts and New Commerce College, Rajapur, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra on 17th to 18th Jan 2014.
Ms. Suchita Tendulkar (S.Y.B.Sc.) bagged Gold medal in power lifting in June, 2014.
UG and PG students Participated and presented research work in National conference on “Mangroves of Konkan coast” (2014-15)
UG and PG students Participated and presented research work in National seminar on “Biotechnology for better tomorrow” (2014-15)
09 M.Sc. I and II students participated in one day State level seminar on “Genetically modified foods- Boon or Bane” (2014-15)
03 M.Sc. II students participated in one day National conference on “Advances in Biological Science” (2014-15)
Ms. Nikita Gawade (S.Y. Biotech) was selected for Summer research fellowship programme 2017 by Indian Academy Of Sciences, at Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow.(2016 – 2017)
Participation of TY students in poster and add making competition held at Mitcon, Pune.(2016 – 2017)
M.Sc. Students participated in Seminar on Biodiversity Conservation organized by Maharashtra Gene Bank Project.(2016 – 2017)
20 UG and PG students of Biotechnology participated in Effect of Maha Soma Yag on various environmental factors (Microbial analysis) held on 16th January to 21th January, 2015.
All UG and PG students participated in Ancient Indian Biology –Biology behind Mythology Exhibition organized in Department of Biological Sciences on 1st Aug., 2015.
M. Sc. II Biotechnology Students presented the research projects in “Technostav – 2016” organized by Finolex Academy of Management and Technology, Ratnagiri on 27th February, 2016
27 Students from T. Y. and M. Sc. II Biotechnology participated in one day National Seminar on “Recent trends in Life Sciences”, Kankavli College, Kankavli, August – 2016
Participation of 15 F. Y. and M. Sc. II Biotechnology students in Science Circus competitions like Poster and model making competitions on 24th September, 2016.
08 students from M. sc. II Biotechnology participated in one day Workshop on “Identifying marine biodiversity conservation- understanding the concept in context to Coastline of Maharashtra” organized by BNHS in collaboration with GJ College, 8th February, 2017.
04 S. Y. Biotechnology students participated in State level organ donation awareness contest –2017 (Poster and best status competitions) on 23rd Feb., 2017.
Ms. Ankita Sawant participated in Fruit processing in collaboration with Dr. Hedgevar Smruti Seva Prakalp, Mangaon from 1st May to 15th June, 2017 at Maharashtra Centre for Entrepreneurship Development.
07 students from S. Y. and T. Y. Biotechnology participated in a research project on “The transition from Vernacular to English medium: Students’ Perspectives” organized by HBCSE, TIFR, Mankhurd, Mumbai on 27th Feb., 2018.
20 students of S. Y. and T.Y. Biotechnology participated in Swachha Bharat Summer Internship of Government of India in association with Group Grampanchayat Shirgaon, Ratnagiri. (2018 – 2019).
Mr. Bosco Bothelo (S. Y. Biotechnology) selected at University Level of Avishkar – Inter University Research Convention. (2018 – 2019)
46 UG students participated in ‘Career Guidance’ programme organized by Ratnagiri Nagar Parishad, Ratnagiri on 1st August, 2018.
UG students participated in the competitions like Elocution, Poster Making, Digital Flex Making organized by Department of Microbiology, GJC, Ratnagiri on 11th – 12th December, 2018.
40 F. Y. Biotechnology students participated in Local Self – Governing body visit organized by Ratnagiri Nagar Parishad, Ratnagiri on 8th Jan., 2019.
16 F. Y. and S. Y. Biotechnology students participated in Drama Competition organized by Department of Biochemistry, GJC, Ratnagiri on 5th Feb., 2019.
11 UG students attended National Conference on ‘Emerging Prospects in Pharmaceutical Industry’ organized during PHARMEET – 2019 by MITCON Institute of Management on 9th Feb., 2019.
F. Y. Biotechnology students participated and bagged prizes in Photography competition organized by Women Development Cell, Students Council and Arts Faculty, GJC, Ratnagiri on 8th March, 2019.
Mr. Omkar Ketkar and Miss. Shruti Agre from M. Sc. selected for Avishkar – Inter University Research Convention.
17 M. Sc. students participated in workshop on Mushroom Cultivation organized by Department of Microbiology, GJC, Ratnagiri on 22nd – 23rd Oct., 2018.
08 UG students participated and won 1st prize in Skit competition organized by Department of Microbiology, GJC, Ratnagiri on 2nd December, 2019.
Mr. Bosco Bothelo from T. Y. Biotechnology awarded 1st place in Poster Competition at National level seminar entitled “Current Trends in Identification and Diagnostics” organized by Department of Microbiology, Government College, Khandola, Goa on 10th Dec., 2019.
01 S. Y. Biotechnology student participated in Chalk Art Competition organized by Department of Biochemistry, GJC, Ratnagiri on 4th Feb., 2020.
Mr. Bosco Bothelo from T. Y. Biotechnology participated in workshop on “Green Avenues” organized by Department of Botany, GJC, Ratnagiri on 25th January, 2020.
Mr. Prakash Chavan from M. Sc. I Biotechnology selected for Avishkar – Inter University Research Convention.
Mr. Omkar Ketkar and Mr. Tushar Ambure from M. Sc. II Biotechnology completed dissertation work at National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS), Pune from 1st July, 2019 to 30th Sept., 2019.
Mr. Goraksh Jadhav from M. Sc. II Biotechnology completed dissertation work at National Institute of Oceanography (NIO), Goa from 1st July, 2019 to 30th Sept., 2019.
Miss. Saniya Mulani, Miss. Pratiksha Homkar, Miss. Sarita Patil, Miss. Dhanashri Shinde, Miss. Dipti Gharge from M. Sc. II Biotechnology completed dissertation work at Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidypeeth (KKV), Dapoli from 1st July, 2019 to 30th Sept., 2019.
Miss. Shraddha Jadhav and Miss. Nikita Solkar from M. Sc. II Biotechnology completed dissertation work at Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Ltd. (RCF), Mumbai from 1st July, 2019 to 30th Sept., 2019.
Miss. Mayuri Kirdavkar, Miss. Pradnya Gaikwad, Miss. Namrata Salunkhe, Miss. Madhuri Nikam, Miss. Pratiksha Sawant, Miss. Shruti Agre, Miss. Snehal Birje from M. Sc. II Biotechnology completed dissertation work at Vasantdada Sugar Institute (VSI), Pune from 1st July, 2019 to 30th Sept., 2019.
Mr. Siddhesh S. Bhagwat
Qualification: M.Sc.
Research Experience: 01 Years
International Publications: 01
International Conference: 01
National conferences: 03
State seminars: 02
Ms. Surabhi J. Yadav
Qualification: M. Sc.
Research Experience: 01 year
National Conferences: 01
Workshop: 03
Ms. Samidha S. Shinde
Qualification: M. Sc.
Research Experience: 01 year
Certificate Course: Recombinant DNA Technology and Genetic Engineering
Ms. Mrudula M. Nimkar
Qualification: M. Sc.
Research Experience: 01 year
| Name | Organization | Special Achievements |
|---|---|---|
| Sameer S. Bhosale | Kopran Ltd., Khopoli | Executive Microbiologist |
| Padmaja A. Shete | Agharkar Research Institute, Pune | Research Fellow |
| Girija Ayachit | BNHS, Mumbai | Research Fellow |
| Prasad M. Shinde | Serum Institute, Pune | R & D Officer |
| Ganesh Khandke | Reliance Life Sciences, Mumbai | Production Assistant |
| Anurag V. Patankar | Cognizant technology solutions, Powai, Mumbai | Clinical Data Analyst |
Alumni meeting held at Department of Biotechnology on 15th August, 2018
Alumni Meeting held at Department of Biotechnology on 16th March, 2019
Parents Feedback:
Six parents agree that the syllabus of B. Sc. Biotechnology is helpful in terms of knowledge, development and seeking employment for their wards. They are satisfied with teaching and evaluation practices of the department. They are also satisfied with the library resources and other resources such as eBooks, animations etc. related to the syllabus.
Alumni Feedback:
Alumni agree that the syllabus being vast and challenging. According to 67 % alumni, 85 – 100 % syllabus is covered in the class. However, the ICT usage according to 56 % alumni is 75 – 100 %. 67 % alumni also found that the employability of the course is 75 – 100 % and they too agree that the teachers provide regular and timely feedback about students’ performance.
Students Feedback:
Students agree that the syllabus being vast and challenging. According to 63 % students, 85 – 100 % syllabus is covered in the class. However, according to 56 % students, the availability of library materials for the course is abundant. According to 52 % students, teachers give 50 – 75 % exposure for ICT usage, field visits and innovative teaching learning methods. 72 % students agree that the teachers provide regular and timely feedback about students’ performance.