B.Sc. - MicroBiology | Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (Deemed to be University)

School of Science & Humanities

CHEMISTRY ENGLISH MATHEMATICS PHYSICS PSYCHOLOGY VISCOM BIOINFORMATICS COMPUTER APPLICATION

The Department of Chemistry was one of the founding departments of Sathyabama started in the year 1988. Initially, the department was inducted to teach for the undergraduate engineering chemistry courses of the Institute. The department has started its research programme in the year 2001 and established the post-graduate and undergraduate courses in the year 2015 and 2017 respectively. Ever since, the department is shaping the students career through its graduation programme and has produced 72 postgraduates and 67 undergraduates. In research domain, it has spread its wings in translational research with a leading- edge technology in health care treatment, industrial catalysis and in socially relevant research projects. It has well-established laboratories equipped with sophisticated instruments, which fulfil the needs of PG and Ph.D students. The department has highly qualified faculty and more than 20 Ph.D students. It has doctorates and post-doctorates from world class institutions like NUS, IIT, NIT CECRI, NML, etc. and published more than 160 research papers in reputed journals with high impact factor. h-Index of the department is 17. The department has undertaken many research projects funded by CSIR, ISRO, DST and IGCAR and has two granted patents.

Average Placement Percentage

Events

Research

Funded Projects
Publications
Patents

Projects

The Faculty members are expertise in the area of material chemistry, catalysis, bio-inorganic chemistry and supramolecular chemistry with a focus on providing solutions to real world problems in tackling cancer to energy crisis thereby creating an impact in the welfare of the society.

Publications

As per the UGC guidelines, Faculties are focused to publish research and review articles in SCI / WOS journals of National / International repute to expose their research in national and international arena.

Patents

Patents ignites a culture of research and innovation which stimulates commercialisation and entrepreneurship leading to generation of funds for future research initiatives. Patent creates a positive environment to move from bench scale lab research to market place at larger scale. The department has two Granted patents and 3 published patents.

Patent Number:378512- Sustainable and Environmental Benign Biodiesel-Diary Waste Scum and Eggshell/seashell.
Patent Number: 352549-001 – Design for Water Filter
Application Number-201911054049: Development of polymer Nanocomposite for EMI shielding-Published.
Application Number-202041048435: Amalgamation of nano chitosan and adsorbent application process for-Published
Application Number-202041010900: Synthesis Method of Nanocomposites for the Removal of Phenanthrene- Published.

Vision

"To explore new frontiers in chemical sciences through innovation and collaboration"

Mission

To inspire and educate undergraduate and postgraduate students in chemistry by providing a platform to solve the challenges of global significance.
To discover, create and understand basic scientific concept in chemistry by fostering research aptitude among students.
To build partnership with industries as solution provider by collaborating both within and external to Sathyabama.
To develop and strengthen ties between our Alumni by providing diverse tangible benefits and to inspire students and graduates.
To cultivate our young brains as professional competence leaders by infusing ethics and moral values in their careers.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO1:To strengthen the fundamental principles of chemical sciences with modern experimental and computational skills.
PEO2:To mould student graduates to solve the practical problems relevant to environmental, safety, ethical and socio economic aspects.
PEO3:To produce chemistry graduates with good managerial skills to demonstrate leadership qualities.

Program Specific Objectives (PSOs)

PSO1:Students get expertise in inter-disciplinary research to solve cutting-edge problems at the interface of chemical sciences and engineering technology.
PSO2:The students acquire knowledge in theoretical and practical tools to exemplify in academic and research organizations.
PSO3:The students are trained to transcend competitive examinations to pursue research and higher studies in globally recognised institutions.

Program Outcomes (PO)

For Post-graduates

PO1: Scientific Knowledge: Apply knowledge of chemical sciences in a systematic and logical approach for all future ventures.
PO2: Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate and analyze the route cause for the scientific issues using rational reports
PO3: Design and Development of solutions: Design processes/ reaction pathway for the scientific issues addressing to public health, safety, cultural, societal and environmental considerations.
PO4: Conduct Investigations of complex problems: Analyze and interpret data from real-time industrial projects leading to valid conclusions.
PO5: Modern Tool usage: Create, select and apply appropriate analytical and computational tools, techniques, resources in deciphering the scientific issues.
PO6: Chemists and Society: Apply contextual knowledge in promoting scientific values and attributes in the society.
PO7: Environment and Sustainability: Understand the footprint of industrialization to enhance the goals of sustainable development.
PO8: Ethics: Commit to the principles of professional ethics to delineate the morals of statutory bodies.
PO9: Individual and Team work: Function effectively as an individual and as a member or as a leader in diverse teams.
PO10: Communication: Communicate effectively on scientific activities within the science forum and with the pristine people.
PO11: Project Management and Practice: Apply knowledge of managerial and analytical skills at individual level and as a team leader in executing the projects.
PO12: Life-long Learning: Ability to engage for life-long learning to ameliorate professional goals and the quality of life.

For Under-Graduates:

PO1: Scientific Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, physical, chemical and natural sciences in a systematic and logical approach for all future ventures.
PO2: Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate and analyze the route cause for the scientific issues using rational reports
PO3: Design and Development of solutions: Design processes/ reaction pathway for the scientific issues addressing to public health, safety, cultural, societal and environmental considerations.
PO4: Conduct Investigations of complex problems: Analyze and interpret data from real-time projects leading to valid conclusions.
PO5: Modern Tool usage: Create, select and apply appropriate analytical and computational tools, techniques, resources in deciphering the scientific issues.
PO6: Chemists and Society: Apply contextual knowledge in promoting scientific values and attributes in the society.
PO7: Environment and Sustainability: Understand the footprint of industrialization to enhance the goals of sustainable development.
PO8: Ethics: Commit to the principles of professional ethics to delineate the morals of statutory bodies.
PO9: Individual and Team work: Function effectively as an individual and as a member or as a leader in diverse teams.
PO10: Communication: Communicate effectively on scientific activities within the science forum and with the pristine people.
PO11: Project Management and Practice: Apply knowledge of managerial and analytical skills at individual level and as a team leader in executing the projects.
PO12: Life-long Learning: Ability to engage for life-long learning to ameliorate professional goals and the quality of life.

Department Highlights

Department has well qualified staffs from reputed State Government and central Government institutions.
h-index of the Department is 17 with Highest Impact Factor of 12.06.
Members in professional bodies like ACS, INSA.
Generated an income of around 1 crore through Funding agencies.
Record Placement of 85% for 5 consecutive years with an annual income of 4-5 lakhs.
Patents- 2 Granted.
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) – 4
Social activities "Outreach" in association with Tamil Nadu Government for imparting NEET coaching to under privileged and economically stressed students.
Dissemination of science to young minds by "School on wheels" under Government Bharat Unnat Abhiyan.

Students

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology places emphasize on co-curricular and extracurricular activities These activities are student centered and primarily aims to supplement regular curricular activities.Its goal is to represent the student body in making the study experience as rewarding and enjoyable as possible.

International Relations

Centre for Academic Partnership & International Relations is an initiative of Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology devoted to promote academic alliances with Universities and Institutes at National and International level. The Centre establishes a link through Memorandum of Understanding to facilitate Research Collaboration, Student Exchange Programmes and Faculty Exchange Programmes.

Insights

Collaboration and MOU's
Facilities

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed by the Department of Chemistry, School of Science and Humanitites, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, and Tristar Engineering company, Chennai on 04-08-2021.The main objective of this MOU is to fabricate and design of equipments related to agriculture.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed by the Department of Chemistry, School of Science and Humanitites, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, and Hiyoshi India Ecological Services Private Limited on 20-12-2022. The main objective of this MOU is to disseminate and provide solutions to water and wastewater treatment.

UV-Visible Spectrophotometer is used for quantifying the substance, studying the structural conformation changes in the complexes and protein

ICP-OES is an effective method for conducting elemental analyses for wide range of complex samples where the matrix contains a high level of dissolved solids

The chemistry laboratory is designed for wet chemical analysis involving the preparation of solid and liquid samples suitable for further analysis by sophisticated instrumentation. Vacuum Rotatory Evaporator used for concentrating and purifying the samples with subsequent analysis in NMR, GC

Experiments on preparation of volatile samples and catalyst are carried out inside a fumehood

Chemistry Laboratory

The chemistry laboratory is designed for wet chemical analysis, catalyst preparation by wet chemical methods. It houses traditional equipments which includes glasswares, muffle furnace, air-oven equipment, pH meters, conductivity meters, potentiometers, bench scale photocolorimeters for the preparation of solid and liquid samples and standards suitable for further analysis by sophisticated instrumentation. It can accommodate 160 students with a spacious area of 14000 sq.ft.area.

The chemistry lab is designed to accommodate 160 students for wet chemical analysis and preparation with 14000 sq.ft.area.

Events

Department of Chemistry organized a one day Industrial visit for Final year B.Sc Chemistry and M.Sc Chemistry students to NURAY CHEMICALS PVT LTD, located in Sidco Industrial Estate, KAKKALUR, THIRUVALLUR on 20.07.2024. Nuray Chemicals specialises in developing the chemical needs of the pharmaceutical industry. This visit has provided students with a comprehensive understanding of these critical processes, reinforcing the importance of quality in pharmaceutical production and the intricate workings of the industry.

Department of Chemistry conducted a two days "Workshop on Applications of Thin Layer Chromatography” (WAT-2024) on July 26 and 27, 2024. Around 60 participants took part in the event. Speakers Dr. K. Mohan, President, Masschro Laboratories and Dr. K. Ravi, Director, Nuray Chemicals Pvt Ltd explained the importance and applications of thin layer chromatography in developing quality products. The participants received hands on training in the development and separation of compounds by TLC.

Final year UG and PG students of Department of Chemistry were taken to NML laboratory where the students interacted with the scientists and learnt their thrust area of current research going on.

Final year UG and PG students of Department of Chemistry were taken to SYMRISE industry and acquired an in-depth knowledge on the synthesis and characterization of fragrance and flavour producing substances.

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology and CSIR - NML Madras Centre jointly present the "WORKSHOP ON INTERPRETATION OF INSTRUMENTAL METHODS (WIIM-2024)" from January 3rd to 11th, 2024, in Chennai. With 260 participants from across India, the workshop encompasses three modules: Spectroscopy, Microscopy, and Particle Characterization. Attendees engage in demo sessions covering theoretical aspects and data interpretation for techniques such as Particle Size Distribution, BET Surface Area, Zeta potential, XRF, XRD, Optical Microscopy, FESEM, HRTEM, Atomic Force Microscopy, and various spectroscopic methods like UV-Visible, DRS, FTIR, Raman, and Fluorescence.

μStat-i 400 is a portable Potentiostat/Galvanostat/Impedance Analyzer (EIS) that can be applied for Voltammetric, Amperometric, Potentiometric and EIS measurements and can be used with one- or two-working electrodes configuration. These instruments are an ideal and practical solution in many research areas, such as sensor, corrosion, electrocatalysis, coin-cell batteries, fundamental electrochemistry, or fuel cells among others.

The Yusuf Hamied Inspirational Science Programme (YHISP) was a two-day training for 43 Chennai school science teachers on September 13-14, 2023, organized by Department of Chemistry, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology in collaboration with Royal Society of Chemistry- Chennai Chapter. The programme outlines the importance of active learning and practical experiments, enriching participants with valuable strategies. The programmed was convened by Dr. K. Chennakesavulu and G. Ramanjaneya Reddy.

The Department of Chemistry has organized One-week virtual FDP on Frontiers in Chemistry 2023 (FC-2023)” from 20th–28th September 2023. The programme featured knowledge sharing from various reputed institutions with eminent speakers, Prof. Priyadarsi De from Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Kolkata, Dr. Sripada S. V. Rama Sastry from Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Mohali, Prof. Debabrata Maiti from Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, Dr. R. S. Swathi from Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Thiruvananthapuram, Dr. V. Kaliginedi from Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore and Dr. H. S. S. Ramakrishna Matte from Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka. The pace of FDP accelerated rapidly as chemists on the frontiers of knowledge established the theories and methodologies of modern science

The Department of Chemistry has conducted an expert lecture series on 29th September 2023 to create awareness to young graduates on futuristic research in the field of chemistry. The programme was addressed by Principal Scientist, Dr. G. Saravanan, CSIR- NEERI Chennai. He shared his research experience on cleaner energy production to our students.

The Department of Chemistry has conducted One-week virtual workshop on “Concepts in Computational Chemistry (WCCC-2023)” from 11th–17th July 2023. The programme featured knowledge sharing from prominent speakers, Prof. Rajakumar Balla, IIT Madras, Dr. Anjan Bedi, SRM University, Mr. W.A. Carlton Ranjith, SIST, Dr. Amrita Pal, SIST and Dr. Gopalakrishna, D.G. Vaishnav College, Chennai.

The Department of Chemistry, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, organized the two days National level workshop on Computer Aided Drug Design (CADD23) from 11.08.23 to 12.08.23 through zoom platform. In this program, the expert Dr.Mukesh Doble, Emeritus Professor, Dept. of Biotech, IIT-Madras gave his invaluable presentation on the molecular docking programs, pharmacore modelling, Pharmaco kinetics and dynamics and their calculations along with the significance in pharmaceutical field.

The Department of Chemistry, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, organized the Fifteen days (30 hours) Refresher Course on Selective Topics in Organic Chemistry Phase-IV (OCRC23) from 02.08.23 to 19.08.23. Under this program, experts from established and renowned colleges and share their knowledge on those particular topics. The program was helpful to the participants to evaluate the organic chemistry problems based on CSIR/NET/ SLET and GATE examinations.

A Three-day national level workshop on “Spectroscopic Techniques for Elucidation of Molecules” (STEM 2023) was conducted from 16-8-2023 to 18-8-2023 by the Department of Chemistry, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology in association with the International Research Centre (IRC), Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology in offline mode. Students from various city colleges attended the programme and enhanced their knowledge on the spectroscopic techniques which play crucial role in analysis and structural elucidation of molecules.

The Department of Chemistry in association with School of Pharmacy has conducted a one-day seminar on Drug Abuse/ Addiction- Biochemistry Perspective on 25th July 2023. The programme was attended by 60 students from Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology. The programme focused on biochemistry of drug abuse and addiction with introduction to herbal medicines.

The Department of Chemistry has conducted a one-day academic outreach program in one of our adopted schools, “Thanthai Periyar Government Higher Secondary School”, Puzhuthivakkam on June 30th 2023 from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm. Around 75 school students of Class X from the school have actively participated in the event. The program was coordinated by Dr.V.Kavitha, Professor, Department of Chemistry and Dr. J. Karthikeyan, Professor and Head, Department of chemistry along with 5 M.Sc., chemistry students.

The Department of Chemistry has conducted a one day workshop in Women in Science and Engineering-WISE 2023 to commemorate International women’s day on 11th March 2023. The Programme was attended by 100-120 students. The Programme focuses on the role of women in country’s development and had three sessions from eminent personalities. The first session was an inspirational talk by Dr. Jane Prasad, Registrar, IIT Madras; followed by a technical talk by Prof. Dr. Sadhana Rayalu, Director, NEERI. The programme ended with a quiz to portrait women in all walks of life.

The Department of chemistry in association with International Research centre, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology has conducted a three day workshop on Intrepretation of Instrumental methods (WIIM-2023), from 7th Jan-10th Jan2023.The WIIM-2020 Workshop brought together scientists, faculty, and researchers from various institutions to improve the quality of higher education in manuscript preparation, submission, and interpretation of results. The workshop covered UV, TGA, BET Surface area, Particle Size Distribution, Zeta potential Measurements, Contact Angle Measurements, Surface energy Measurement, and Electron Microscopy. With 100 participants, the workshop aimed to enhance attendees' skills in analyzing scientific results and producing higher quality manuscripts.

The Department of chemistry has conducted a one day certificate programme on UV-Visible Spectrophotometer on the 14th February 2023 for the final year undergraduate students. The programme was scheduled with a 2 h lecture and 2 h practical session. The programme enable the participants to understand the basic operation of UV-Visible spectrophotometer and to assess the spectra for the samples.

The Department of chemistry in association with International Research centre, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology has conducted a one day workshop on Thermal Analysis (OWTA-2022), on 29th September, 2022.

A six day virtual student development programme has been conducted from 8th August 2022 -13th August 2022 to give an insight into interview planning and to enhance competitive spirit among students.

One-Week Virtual workshop conducted on “Trends and Applications of GC – MS (TAG-2022)” during 11th –16th July,2022 comprising of invited talks by Prof. Rajakumar Balla, IIT Madras, Dr. Tanay Kundu, VIT Chennai and Dr. K. Rajkumar, CUTN and Virtual Hands-on Training on GC-MS Instrument Operation & Demonstration by Mr. Kumar, Scientist-B, Centre for Ocean Research, Jeppiaar Research Park.

Discover yourself and Your Ideal Career, One-day seminar to create awareness and kindle the interest of undergraduate science students to excel in their academics was conducted on 05^th July,2022.

Particle Characterization Techniques (PCT-2022), Mrs. N. Vasumathi, Mr. D. K. Sharma, Dr. J. Sreeramulu, Dr. Y. J. P. Rao and Dr. K. Chennakesavulu (From left to Right) during the valedictory function of PCT-2022 held from May 30th -6th June 2022.

Dr.T.Y Suman. addressing the participants by explaining GC-MS and ICP-MS in "Instrumental Methods of Analysis" organized in association of Ministry of Earth science to promote Interpretation of spectroscopic results among post graduates students.

Dr.B.Sheela Rani, Director-Research, SIST interacting with the participants on the current scenario of nuclear energy in Nuclear Energy- Environment, Demand and Supply (NEEDS-2016).

Dr.J.Karthikeyan presenting a Memento to Dr.G.Rajaramam, IIT Mumbai in Challenges and Advances in Computational Chemistry- CACCh

Curriculum

The curriculum strives to provide a strong scientific technical foundation in defining problem and act as solution provider for industrial requirement. For Bachelor's programme, the student must complete a 10 core subjects with an average credit of 90. The programme offers equal importance to mathematics, physics and humanities to compete with competitive examinations. For Master's programme, the student will be exposed to equal weightage in physical, organic and inorganic chemistry domains to meet the industrial requirements.

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Faculty Fellowship

Sl. No.	Name of Faculty	Name of the Institute	Duration	Sponsored by	Remarks
1	Dr.V.Kavitha	BARC, Mumbai	56 days 2017	Indian Academy of Science, Bangalore.	Summer Fellowship
2	Dr. K. Chennakesavalu	University of Madras,	26 days 2016	UGC - HRDC	UGC FDP – Orientation programme
3	Dr.J.Karthikeyan	IITB, Mumbai	56 days 2015	Indian Academy of Science, Bangalore.	Summer Fellowship
4	Dr. K. Chennakesavalu	University of Hyderabad	24 days 2015	UGC – HRDC	UGC FDP – Refresher course
5	Dr.M.Kannan	University of Madras,	56 days 2016	Indian Academy of Science, Bangalore.	Summer Fellowship

Distinguished Alumni

Nasreen Banu J (2024), Stipendiary Trainee Category - II, Lab Assistant, IGCAR

Dr.S.Anitha(2015), Scientific Officer, Department of Forensic Sciences, Chennai

Boopathy R,Quality Chemist, TTK Health Care Ltd, Chennai.

Jacintha Mary (2020),Research Trainee, PAR Formulations Pvt.Ltd., Chennai.

Harshitha Chilukuri(2022), MS in Wilmington University, New Castle

School of Bio and Chemical Engineering

BIOTECHNOLOGY CHEMICAL BIOMEDICAL

The Department of Biotechnology has made a significant leap in to the research field with many extramurally funded projects from funding agencies such as the DBT DST with our esteemed faculty at the level of Principal Investigator and Co-principal investigators. More than 50 research scholars are pursuing their Ph.D. in different fields of Biology. Faculty members and research scholars are continuously involved in publishing their research work in highly reputed peer reviewed journals of impact factors and are actively participating in various Conferences and Faculty Development Programs. The department also hosts many professional association activities such as the Indian Association of Applied Microbiology, Association of Microbiologist in India and Indian Association of Microbiology.

State of Art Laboratories

Placement Percentage

Research

Funded Projects
Publications
Patents

Funded Projects

Extramural funds from various agencies like DST, DBT, CSIR, AICTE, UGC and ICMR help in promoting research amongst the academic faculty. Also the funds aid in enhancing the research facilities and encourages research temperament in the minds of the younger generation.

Publications

Quality research results in the publications that in turn has an impact amongst the scientific community. Publications communicate the novel research that is being carried out and thereby enhances collaboration. Research articles also remains a resource for the younger generation to enhance their research attitude.

Patents

Innovative ideas and novel compounds result in patents. New technologies as a result of societal needs demand innovation. Patents provide validation of innovation and also enthuses the student community which is vibrant in thought to come up with innovative and novel ideas and products.

Vision

The department of Biotechnology envisages to empower the students with analytical skills and to create an ethical workforce, competent to transform the future with social consciousness on par with global standards.

Mission

To enable the students to acquire technical skills in core aspects of Biotechnologies pertaining to the development of innovative technologies.
To increase the employability of students by exposing them to various industrial, academic and research environment.
To inculcate leadership and inter-personal skills by involving students in diversified activities.
To instill the societal and ethical responsibility in our students.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO 1 – Excel globally with strong fundamentals, domain knowledge, updated with modern technology to provide effective solutions for technological problems.
PEO 2 – Be a committed and motivated technologist with research aptitude, lifelong learning, investigative approach and multidisciplinary thinking.
PEO 3 – Exhibit strong managerial and communication skills to work efficiently as individual as well as in teams.
PEO 4 – Function as committed professionals with strong professional ethics and values, sense of responsibilities, understanding of legal, safety, health, societal, cultural and environmental issues.

The general criteria student outcomes as defined by ABET – ANSAC is listed as follows;

An ability to identify, formulate, and solve broadly defined technical or scientific problems by applying knowledge of mathematics and science and/or technical topics to areas relevant to the discipline.
An ability to formulate or design a system, process, procedure or program to meet desired needs.
An ability to develop and conduct experiments or test hypotheses, analyze and interpret data and use scientific judgment to draw conclusions.
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
An ability to understand ethical and professional responsibilities and the impact of technical and/or scientific solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
An ability to function effectively on teams that establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, and analyze risk and uncertainty.

Program Outcomes(POs)

PO1 - Engineering knowledge: Apply knowledge of fundamentals of biological sciences, arithmetic, technological and problem-solving skills to the solution of complex technological problems.
PO2 - Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyse technological problems to arrive at substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, biological and engineering sciences.
PO3 - Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering / technological problems and design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental considerations.
PO4 - Investigation: Conduct investigations of complex technological problems including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
PO5 - Modern tool usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resource, and cutting-edge technologies including prediction and modeling, to complex engineering / technological activities, with an understanding of the limitations.
PO6 - The engineer and society: Contribute towards the society, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and understanding the responsibilites relevant to engineering practice on a global aspect.
PO7 - Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of engineering / technological solutions in a societal context and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development.
PO8 - Ethics: Understand and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
PO9 - Individual and team work: Function effectively by undertaking responsibility as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams in a multidisciplinary environment.
PO10 - Communication: Articulate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community in public platform and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
PO11 - Project management and finance: Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of biotechnological and management practices, understanding their limitations and applying these to one’s own work or to manage projects and multidisciplinary environment.
PO12 - Life-long learning: Identify the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning on technological changes.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

PSO1: Conceptualize and implement solutions for the technical problems in the healthcare domain and environment.
PSO2: Validate high throughput technologies, in-vivo and in-vitro cell and tissue culture techniques thereby meet the global research standards.
PSO3: Exemplify bioprocess techniques enabling novel technological advancements leading to bioentrepreneurship.

Department Highlights

DST-FIST sponsored department (Rs.80 crores)
Consistent 90% placement record
Study abroad programme
Sathyabama Technology Business Incubator collaborated startups
Memorandum of Understanding with various Industries
Department H index of 21
Extramural projects to the tune of Rs.2.5 Crores
Excellent Academic Infrastructure
Curriculum with focus on industrial needs
Granted Patents from the department - 15
Extensive book bank
Fee Waiver scholarship for meritorious students
Training for in-house projects
Collaboration with research centres
Professional training (Internship) inclusive curriculum
Skill development activities
IAS coaching (Jeppiaar IAS Academy)
GATE coaching
Foreign language training
Outreach programmes
NPTEL courses and publications by advanced learners
Rigorous Placement training
Workshop, Seminar and Symposia for research enhancement

Students

International Relations

Insights

Collaboration and MOU's
Facilities

The department of Biotechnology collaborates with research institutions and industries to promote joint research activities and consultancy. The department has a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the following organizations;

Einnel Technologies, Chennai.
Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai.
Knowledge Centre for Innovation Integrity and Implementation, Chennai.
Lifecell International Private Ltd, Chennai.
Y R Gaitonde Medical, Educational and Research Foundation, Chennai.
Biozone Technologies, Chennai.

Dr. Swamy Mruthinti, Associate Dean and Professor, University of West Georgia, USA, visited our campus and addressed the students of the Department of Biotechnology,School of Bio & Chemical Engineering with his deliberation on "Diabetes- a risk factor for Inflammatory Diseases" on 8th July 2022. To develop academic and research cooperation, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was also signed with University of West Georgia.

A Memorandam of Understanding (MoU) was signed between HUMCEN GLOBAL PVT LTD and Department of Biotechnology, School of Bio & Chemical engineering, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology on 11th Feb 2021 at Seminar Hall, International Research centre,Chennai-19.

Centre for Bioresource Research and Development - (CBiRD)

The Centre for Bioresource Research and Development (CBiRD) was established in 2009 to promote research in the department. Its objective is to meet the requirements of faculty members and students of the entire institute in terms of collaborative research in biotechnology. The Centre houses exclusive facilities for Molecular Biology, Transcriptomics, Plant tissue culture and Microbial technology. The faculty members and students utilize the facility for their project work and short term training needs. The Centre also shares the resources with other departments in the institute.

The Molecular Biology Laboratory consists Of Stereozoom Microscope and Thermocycler (PCR Machine). Research in this laboratory focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms that regulate Dopamine Neurogenesis During Development and Regeneration. In Zebrafish with the aid of genetic and Molecular Tools.

Internships

The students take up NPTEL courses the credits of which will be transferred.
Life Cell Technologies is a major training centre for students.
Biozone Technologies is a centre for research associated with the department where students are trained in short term hands-on workshops.

Laboratories

The Department of Biotechnology is furnished with well developed and active Biosciences and Bioengineering Laboratories. These provide an able platform for the demonstration of practical knowledge and enrichment of research activities. The Basic Biosciences Laboratories include Biochemistry, Immunology, Cytogenetics, Microbiology and Molecular Biology Laboratories. The department is also facilitated with Bioprocess Engineering, Genetic Engineering, Plant and Animal Tissue culture Laboratories, Project Lab I & II, Research Lab (Centre for Bioresources Research and Development) and FIST funded AFM Lab (International Research Centre) to encourage and equip faculty and students keeping abreast with the growing technologies. All the laboratories are maintained and highlighted by high-end equipments and chemicals meeting both Research and Industrial needs.

List of Programme- Specific Laboratories

Molecular Biology Lab
Plant Tissue culture Lab
BioProcess Engineering Lab-I
BioProcess Engineering Lab-II
Genetic Engineering
Animal Tissue Culture Lab
Biochemistry Lab
Microbiology Lab
Immunology Lab
Cytogenetics Lab

Other Facilities

Project Lab-I
Project Lab –II
Research Lab
FIST funded AFM LAB (International Research Centre)

Molecular Biology & Genetic Engineering Lab

Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering lab offer students an opportunity to have hands-on training in basic as well as advanced molecular biology techniques. The experiments conducting in this lab will be based on isolation, separation and staining of nucleic acids as well as independent usage of modern genetic engineering tools like PCR, restriction mapping, cloning and hybridization. The lab is well equipped with Thermal cycler, spectrophotometer, water baths, centrifuges and incubators.

Plant Tissue Culture Lab

The plant tissue culture laboratory consists of a media preparation room, transfer room, and a culture room which are well maintained to keep the lab sterile. The Lab provides the facility for culturing isolated cells or tissues under sterile and controlled conditions obtained from any part of the plant like stem, leaf, flower bud, etc. Various types of tissues or cells are grown aseptically in different types of glass-wares containing a medium with mineral nutrients, vitamins and plant growth regulators. Tissue Culture techniques are being employed in this laboratory to give hands-on learning experience to the students in using a set of techniques/methodologies that can be applied in tissue culture industries as well as in research labs.

Bioprocess Engineering Lab

Bioprocess laboratory giving exposure to the students for Media Optimization, Growth kinetics Enzyme kinetics and Immobilization techniques. It also trains the students in Various techniques of Downstream processing like Sonication, Homogenization and chromatographic techniques which helps the students to come out with a wide knowledge and skills.

Animal Tissue Culture Lab

Animal and human cell culture methods lead to more breakthroughs in medical Biotechnology, including the production of vaccine, recombinant proteins, monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), and cells for transplantation. Cell culture refers to the culture of nucleated (eukaryotic) cells under prescribed conditions within the laboratory. Cell culture laboratory designed for the maintenance, preservation of cells and observation of cell morphology in cell biology works. Cell culture models can be used to test the potency and cellular toxicity of a biological therapy. There are several advantages, such as inarticulate manipulation of research conditions and significantly lesser costs. Students get hands on training in maintainance and preservation of cell lines, cytotoxicity analysis and genotoxic assays.

Biochemistry & Immunology Lab

Biochemistry Laboratory provides a platform for the investigation of the chemistry of biological processes at the cellular and molecular level. It provides avenues to explore chemical changes in disease, drug action, and other aspects of medicine, as well as in nutrition, genetics, and agriculture. The students are trained to carry out both qualitative and quantitative analysis of various biomolecules and understand their scope in research and industry.

Immunology Laboratory provides opportunities for the students to understand the physiological functioning of the components of immune system in states of both health and diseases. The students are trained to carry out blood grouping, blood cell counting, antigen-antibody reactions and immunochemical techniques.

Microbiology & Cytogenetics Lab

Microbiology Laboratory is providing the primary practical exposure knowledge on isolation techniques, characterization, Microbial quality analysis, Antibiotic sensitivity tests for Undergraduates and Masters of technology. This laboratory is equipped with biologically safety cabinets that provide an aseptic environment for the culturing, autoclave, hot air oven (sterilization of materials), incubator, orbital shaker (providing for optimum growth conditions. The students will experimentally demonstrate the knowledge gained from the Microbiology theory course. The students are encouraged to perform the experiments and interpret the results with the standard microbiological criteria.

Cytogenetics Laboratory focuses on the visualization of cells, cell staining techniques, observation of different stages of mitosis and meiosis in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and karyotyping.

Curriculum

Highlights of the Course Curriculum

Choice Based Credit System
Choice of Faculty for a course
Professional Training courses
Semester Abroad Programme
Non Credit Courses imparting ethics
Orientation / Induction programme
Proficiency modules
Credit transfer from certificate courses
Value added courses
Integrated placement training

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Guest Lectures

The department of Biotechnology has an extensively integrated curriculum that caters to the needs of the industry in the future. However, the curriculum does have some gaps that have been identified by the faculty during the course delivery. To address these gaps a series of guest lectures by eminent people from the industry are conducted.

Also, students get a chance to interact with the guests to the department personally and clarify on their apprehensions. Many of the International conferences conducted in the campus attract guests from reputed institutions abroad with whom the students interact regularly.

Events

The Department of Biotechnology, School of Bio & Chemical Engineering organized an online National workshop on "Art of Successful writing" from 6th to 13th September 2021.

The Department of Biotechnology,School of Bio& Chemical Engineering organized an online guest lecture by Dr.Subbaiya, Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, The Copperbelt university, Zambia on "Emerging Nano-strictures innovative materials as abdorbents in waste water treatment" on 29th September 2021 at 2pm.

The Student development cell Eco club in association with Nature Science foundation initiated an "International Eco club student and staff chapter" on 11th June 2022 at IRC seminar hall, organized by the Department of Biotechnology, School of Bio & Chemical Engineering, Chennai-119.

The “Food Safety Awareness Program” was conducted on 17^th June 2022 at RemiBai Jeppiaar Auditorium, organized by Department of Biotechnology, Sathyabama Institute of Science & Technology.

An Invited Talk by Dr.Antony Samrot, Dean in charge, Medical Sciences, MAHSA UNIVERSITY, Malaysia on “Research opportunities in nanobiotechnology” on 10^th June 2022 on Seminar hall First floor, IRC organized by Department of Biotechnology, School of Bio & Chemical Engineering, Chennai-119.

An Online Talk given by Ms.Rakshi, A.D. Speaker : III year B-Tech Biotechnology, Vice-President of Robotics Club, Secretary of Music club on "Molecular Characterization of Internal Transcribed Spacer 2 (ITS 2) “ India conducted by Department of Biotechnology,School of Bio & Chemical Engineering on 3rd May 2022.

The Department of Biotechnology, School of Bio and Chemical Engineering, Organised an alumni talk on the topic “Highers studies abroad demystified” on 24th July 2021 at 5:00 pm. Alumnus Ms.Lavanya, Research Associate in Tessera Therapeutics, USA spoke about her path from undergraduation to Research Associate. She elaborated on the fascinating opportunities available in United States of America (USA) for Biotechnologists.

A BioNove Newsletter issue (Dec 2021) by the students of Biotechnology department was released on 25^th March 2022.

A Value-Added course for Biotechnology students on “Molecular Docking and analysis of Molecular Interaction” on 9th March to 25th March 2022 conducted by the department of Biotechnology, School of Bio & Chemical Engineering.

A Workshop on “A broad prospect in animal cell techniques” conducted by Dept of Biotechnology,School of Bio & Chemical Engineering, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology on 17th March 2022 to 23rd March 2022.

An online lecture by Aluminus Mrs. Cythia Pauline, Design Quality Engineer, Immunoassay Development, Siemens Healthineers, Bangalore on the topic “Enzymes Purification and its industrial applications” on 23 Feb 2022 for the Department of Biotechnology, School of Bio & Chemical Engineering.Chennai-119.

An online Talk by Aluminus Ms.Yoshitha Lakshmanan, Ph.D. Scholar, Biomedical Science, University of Wolverhampton, UK on “ Fields in Biotechnology and Job opportunities in UK" was conducted on 28th Jan 2022 by the Department of Biotechnology,School of Bio&Chemical Engineering, Chennai-119.

Students of Biotechnology Department participate in various club activities in order to get an exposure about group activities and beyond syllabus technical exposure.
A glimpse the activities participated by students are given below:

FERMENTED FOOD EXHIBITION 2019
Students of Biotechnology exhibited various fermented foods and demonstrated the procedure to produce the fermented foods on during the 19^th to 21^st AUGUST 2019. They also projected the health benefits of the fermented foods to the participants.

Grape Wine production
Strawberry wine
Jambul wine
Rose wine
Kimchi of Korean
Flavored Yogurt
Sauerkraut of Russian
Ginger Beer
Rice wine
Bread
Lemon Pickle
Mango pickle
Prawn pickle
Idly

Students and Staff of the Department of Biotechnology conducted SUSTAINABLE ENTREPRENEURSHIP SKILL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 2019.

Topics covered were mushroom cultivation, aquaculture, vermicomposting, preparation of panchakavya and seaweed fertilizer, soap preparation, millet cookies, Spirulina and artemia cultivation.

BIOMANURE PREPARATION BY VERMICOMPOSTING

Professional activities

Professional Body	Description	Logo
Bionove	Bionove is a student forum which releases a quarterly newsletter fully edited and compiled by the students of the Biotechnology department
IAAM	Indian Association of Applied Microbiologist
IEI	Institute of Engineers (India)

Events organized in association with professional bodies

National workshop on Techniques in Biotechnology (NWTBT)

National workshop on Agricultural waste utilization for sustainable environment

Dr. M. Bavani latha and Dr. S. Usha Nandhini of Dept of Biotechnology, School of Bio & Chemical Engineering were involved in the MAHSA university, Malaysia Faculty mobility program. The duration of the program was two weeks (25th July 2022 to 5th August 2022). During the mobility program, the faculty mentors addressed the undergraduate students of the department of Biosciences and gave lectures during their period of stay.

Semester Abroad Programme

With a plethora of opportunities abroad the students of the Biotechnology programme are highly encouraged to venture into countries abroad with institutions who have signed a memorandum of understanding with us. The students pursue a summer/winter internship abroad.

Our students also do their final year project work in institutions abroad which serves as a launchpad for their higher studies.

Placement

The placement training for the students starts as early as the first year and is blended along with the regular curriculum. The students are trained in the core areas of Biotechnology along with aptitude, logical reasoning and soft skills as expected by the industries. To refine their language skills and communication skills an English language training is provided.

Most of the students get placed in software technology companies which have a separate life sciences division. Also the core companies place the students as trainee engineers to start their career.

The following companies visit the campus for placement: