Biochemistry
INCEPTION
The Department of Biochemistry was instituted in 1996.
OBJECTIVE
- B.Sc. Biochemistry is an inter-disciplinary subject fulfilling the need for basic as well as applied aspects of biology. Biochemists focus on the role, function, and structure of biomolecules. This course emphasizes on the biological processes which take place in cells and organisms.
- It prepares the student to become entrepreneur, teacher, researcher and to equip themselves to the future needs along with the basic and applied knowledge of modern biology and in turn contribute to the welfare of the society.
- In order to incorporate values beside classroom teaching the students are exposed to ample opportunities like, interaction with leading industries, project work, participation in debate, seminar, quiz, paper presentation etc.
SCOPE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
PLACEMENT
Over the last few years, students have been placed in the following organizations through the Placement Cell of the College
DEPARTMENT FACILITIES
The Department has well equipped sophisticated laboratories for Biochemistry and Molecular biology, with all the necessary facilities to keep pace with the developing research field.
Infrastructure – Lab/ Equipments
LIBRARY
DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES
Bridge course
A Bridge Course is offered to the 1 year Undergraduate students to introduce the course. The syllabus pattern, core subjects, electives and soft skills are explained to the students. Facilities available on campus for curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities are introduced to the students. Details regarding career opportunities after graduation, competitive exam training and placement opportunities are explained.
CERTIFICATE COURSE
A certificate course on Computational Biology for a duration of 30 hours is offered in the 3rd semester
SEMINARS, CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS
GUEST LECTURES
ACADEMIA INDUSTRY CONNECT
Internship
The students visited the following organizations for internship
CLUB ACTIVITIES
The following club activities were conducted during the academic year 2022-23
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
STAFF ACHIEVEMENTS
Paper Presented:
Dr. Durga M and Dr. Brindha Banu B, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics presented a paper on “Exosome: Nanocarrier and Nanomedicine” in 5th International Workshop on Advanced Functional Nanomaterials on 4th and 5th March 2023.
Paper Publications:
Dr. Durga M, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics published a paper on “Current Status of brain cancer-a systematic review” in Journal of Research Journal of Biotechnology ISSN: 09736263, 22784535
Link:Research Journal of Biotechnology (scimagojr.com)
Dr.Victoriya Salomi, Dr. Durga M anf Dr. Brindha Banu B, Assistant Professors, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics published a paper on “Effects of quercetin on ultrafine petrol exhaust nanoparticles induced DNA damage, oxidative stress and inflammation in different sections of rat brain” in Journal of King Saud University Print ISSN:1018-3647Online ISSN: 2213-686X
Link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal-of-king-saud-university-science
Dr. Nishandhini M, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics published a paper on “Computational approaches for screening for bacterial inhibitors from the plant Malabar nut” in Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results ISSN: Print -0976-9234, Online - 2229-7723]
Link: https://www.pnrjournal.com/index.php/home
Book Publications:
Dr.Victoriya salomi M, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics published a book/ chapter in the book titled S-Risks: Shaping the future on “Frozen embryo-suffering risks”
Dr.Brindha Banu B, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics published a book/ chapter in the book titled S-Risks: Shaping the future on “Fast foods and EDC”
Dr. Durga M, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics published a book/ chapter in the book titled Evolutionary adaptations to diet on “Evalutionary innovations”
Dr.Durga M, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics published a book/ chapter in the book titled S-Risks: Shaping the future on “Health and Environmental risk scenario”
Dr.Fathima Bushra Sheriff M, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics published a book/ chapter in the book titled S-Risks: Shaping the future on “Suffering risk associated with arts assisted reproductive techniques pregnancy in children in future”
Dr.Nishandhini M, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics published a book/ chapter in the book titled S-Risks: Shaping the future on “Paradigm shifts and risks of big data in bioinformatics”
Ms. Sandhya P, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics published a book/ chapter in the book titled S-Risks: Shaping the future on “Depression in adolescents with irregular circadian rhythms: Implications for prevention and early intervention”
STAFF AWARDS
Dr.Brindha Banu B, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry received Young Researcher award 2023 by InSc Institute of Scholars.
Dr. Durga M, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry received “Best young researcher award” by TAMILNADU ASSOCIATION OF INTELLECTUALS AND FACULTY (TAIF) and GRABS Education Trust in March 2022.
Dr. Durga M, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry received “Best researcher award” by TAMILNADU ASSOCIATION OF INTELLECTUALS AND FACULTY (TAIF) and GRABS Education Trust in March 2023
FACULTY DEVLOPEMENT ACTIVITIES:
1.Dr. Brindha Banu B, attended the following FDP -Stress Management(Aug-Sep 2022),-Cell Biology: Cellular Organization, Division and Process (Jan-Mar 2022),-On “NAAC Assessment and Accreditation Framework” Conducted by ACT Academy (21-27 Jun 2023)and “Mentoring and Teaching Pedagogy for Classroom Delivery Enhancement” by Sai Ram Institute of Management Studies. (23-30 Aug 2022)
Dr. Durga M attended -Stress Management(Aug-Sep 2022),“Advancements in Science and Technology” by SRM Institute of Science and Technology (24-30 Jun 2022) “Mentoring and Teaching Pedagogy for Classroom Delivery Enhancement” by Sai Ram Institute of Management Studies. (23-30 Aug 2022)
Dr. Fathima Bushra Sheriff M, attended the FDP On “NAAC Assessment and Accreditation Framework” Conducted by ACT Academy (21-27 Jun 2023)&Workshop on “Data Analysis Using SPSS” a at Patrician College of Arts and Science, Chennai.
Dr. Nishandhini M, Dr. Sabana B & Ms. Ramya M attended the Faculty Development Program on “NAAC Assessment and Accreditation Framework” Conducted by ACT Academy (21-27 Jun 2023)
RESOURCE PERSON/JUDGE:
Ms. Dr. Brindha Banu B, was a judge in the International Conference on Advances in Biotechnology- “Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurial venues-An outlook” (ICAB-2022). In DG Vaishnav College, Chennai.
Dr. Durga M, was a resource person in “Technosaviour-2023 Oral Presentation and Ideation” at Department of Biotechnology, DG Vaishnav College,Chennai on 2023.
