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The B.Sc. in Microbiology is a 3-year undergraduate programme that covers the basic and advanced study of microorganisms. It includes topics such as microbial cellular processes, the harmful and beneficial aspects of microbes, the application of microbiology for human welfare, molecular details of microbial cells, and more. The programme aims to develop students' knowledge and understanding of microbiology to apply it to various fields for societal benefits, including healthcare, agriculture, soil and environment, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and more. The objective of this programme is to produce well-informed and skilled microbiologists who can apply their theories and expertise to real-world problems faced by the industry.
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The course deals with Structure of Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic cells and their differences, Structure of cell membrane. The aim of the course is to provide students with the different cell organelles, different types of cell junction. The course provides knowledge about the different types of cancer and their treatment. The course provides insights concerning basic concepts of metabolism and different Metabolic Pathways.
This paper is intended for students to impart knowledge on the concept of metabolism where they will learn about synthesis and breakdown of carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, proteins and develop correlation of various metabolic pathways/cycles with each other. In addition, they will build comprehensive ideas on the role of hormones in the body, various bioactive principles and their chemistry and other antinutritional factors and the health hazards associated with detoxification.
This is an introductory course for students with limited background in chemistry; basic concepts such as atomic and molecular structure, solutions, phases of matter, and quantitative problem solving will be emphasized with the goal of preparing students for further study in chemistry
The course is about basics of cell biology and the different stages of cell division.
In this course the students will learn biochemical techniques and different applications. T
this course is about Qualitative Organic Analysis , Determination of surface tension of given liquid, Determination of viscosity of given liquid
The objective of this paper is to familiarize the students with the concept of different life process of organisms and evolution of life
To impart knowledge on the functional aspects of different systems of invertebrates and vertebrates, various physiological processes. To learn about the use diversity of animal
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This course begins with a review of basic bio analytical technique and an introduction to general terminologies. This course contains bio analytical techniques along with their theory, working principal, common instrumentation and possible applications. This paper deals with the basic knowledge of buffer, pH and concept of acids and bases, Different laws of thermodynamics and their significances, different types of bonds, quantum mechanics and structure of atom and folding of proteins and biophysics of cell membrane
Microbial genetics will involve the study of the application of microbial genetics and genetic engineering techniques in order to produce strains applicable in biotechnology.It includes analysis of the biological processes that ensures a balance between stability and variability of genetic material
In this course the students get to learn minutely about antigen antibody interactions and their applications in various diseases. It also includes basics of genetics interactions and DNA isolation.
Environmental Science Courses deal with the study of environmental issues and environmental quality. The major area of focus in Environmental Science Courses are Pollution, Mitigation, Natural Resources and Energy Systems
Immunology course includes the study of immunologists and their contribution, Functions and properties of immune cells, immunity types, structure and properties of antibody and antigen, antigen- antibody reactions, hypersensitivity reactions, types of autoimmunity, vaccines and grafts, secondary immunodeficiency.
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Molecular Biology and RDT course include study of nucleic acids at molecular level. It includes topics for molecular level understanding of Transcriptional and translational modifications, DNA repair, Recombination and molecular biology techniques for isolation and separation of DNA, RNA and protein. The RDT portion includes concept of gene transfer through vectors, their screening for successful transformation. It also includes an insight about the application of RDT
The course is about genome and its arrangement in eukaryotes and microbes. It will teach about the central dogma of life (replication, transcription, translation and post transcriptional modifications).
The course deals with soil as s medium for microbial growth, the relation of microbes to important mineral transformations in soil, importance of biological equilibrium and significance of soil microbes in the environment. It also deals to acquaint and enrich the students with the knowledge on basic and applied aspects of microbial inoculants production and their impact on crop production and protection of plant health against insect pests.
The course provides students with knowledge of general scientific methods and contents of the food microbiology field and specific professional skills. The aim of the course is to provide an integrated overview of the field of food microbiology covering issues of food preservation and food production. In particular, the course also provides insights concerning aspects of microbial ecophysiology, determination and control of food microorganisms, and the distribution of spoilage and pathogen microorganisms in plant- and animal-based food.
This course deals with methods on how to isolate bacteria from soil and teach techniques to identify the normal and pathogenic microbes present in milk and milk products. It includes techniques to prepare fermented food.
Molecular Biology and RDT course include study of nucleic acids at molecular level. It includes topics for molecular level understanding of Transcriptional and translational modifications, DNA repair, Recombination and molecular biology techniques for isolation and separation of DNA, RNA and protein. The RDT portion includes concept of gene transfer through vectors, their screening for successful transformation. It also includes an insight about the application of RDT
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The course deals with intensive study of classification, morphology and physiology of medically important fungi and parasites. Emphasis is primarily on epidemiology, pathogenicity and diagnosis
The course Bioinformatics and Biostatistics has been developed to introduce students to the application of bioinformatics and computational biology and and the role of statistics in research.
The course Medical Bacteriology and Virology deals with the causative agents of infectious diseases of humans and their reactions to such infections.
The course Medical Mycology and Parasitology deals with the intensive study of classification, morphology, physiology and identification of medically important fungi and parasites. Diseases, specimen collection and handling, laboratory identification and treatment of medically significant fungi and parasites will also be studied.
The course Tissue culture has been developed with an idea of teaching the students the production of disease-free plants, production of haploid and hybrid plants, production of plants at a large scale for industrial or commercial purposes, Production of plants that are difficult to propagate using traditional approaches and also on animal cell culture
The course Bioinformatics and Biostatistics will provide the knowledge on computational database management system and its application in Biology, A basic idea on the structural biology using computer will be provided and also basic ideas on different statistical programs for data collection, sample survey and sample distribution and also to give knowledge for research designing.
The main purpose of this Practical Medical Microbiology is to provide a visual aid to the identification of the causative agents (Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi) and learn the techniques to identify the pathogenic microorganisms from clinical specimens.
The objective of this paper is to familiarize the students about the different tissue culture method and application of DNA fingerprinting and cell culture product.
Medical Bacteriology and Virology course includes the study of different bacterial and viral pathogens, their general characteristics, pathogenesis, diagnosis and prophylaxis. It also includes the practical component bearing the diagnostic tests for identification of bacterial and fungal pathogens
The course introduces basic principles and application relevance of clinical diseases . It teaches to identify the bacteria and fungi based on its culture, morphological and biochemical characteristics.
This course is about computational database management system and its application in Biology. It includes basic idea on the structural biology using computer, different statistical programs for data collection, sample survey and sample distribution. It also give knowledge on research designing.
Through this course, students will learn practical knowledge on different computational techniques employed in analyzing biological data focusing on Genomics and Proteomics.
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The objective of this paper is to familiarize the students with the concept of fermentation processes & the use of different microorganisms in industries. It also aims to teach the students about the different industrial products produced by microorganisms
Pharmaceutical microbiology deals with the knowledge and understanding to assess microbiological risks in the pharmaceuticals and better understanding of Pharmacodynamics and Pharmacokinetics of drugs. Principles and applications of GMP in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. It also deals to ensure safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products. It also embraces the processes like the validation of disinfectants, evaluation of the efficacy of disinfectants in suspension. Cosmetics microbiology- testing methods and preservation. Antimicrobial preservation efficacy and microbial content testing
The objective of this paper is to familiarize the students with the concept of fermentation processes & the use of different microorganisms in industries. It also aims to teach the students about the different industrial products produced by microorganisms.
The objective of this paper is to familiarize the students with the concept of fermentation processes & the use of different microorganisms in industries.
To incorporate a strong understanding and in depth knowledge of pharmaceutical microbiology principles, techniques, processes and strategies in order to avoid any potentially costly and life-threatening failures and consequences.
The students would be taught about various aspects of agricultural biochemistry, fermentation processes and their applications
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