Biotechnology
STUDENT CLUB
Bioverse, is a bioclub in the Department of Biotechnology that thrives on student-driven initiatives, fostering a vibrant community dedicated to exploring and advancing the fascinating realms in the field biotechnology. The inauguration of Bioverse took place on 20th December, 2023 during the DSCE PULSE - Talents day event at C D Sagar Auditorium which was initiated and organized by Dr. Akshatha Prasanna with the support and guidance of Head of the Department Dr. N. Rajeshwari.
Brief Introduction about the Bioclubs:
- Swastha : Swastha means "health" in Sanskrit, a dynamic community committed to elevating lives through the principles of holistic well-being that encompasses physical health, mental well-being, and personal growth. Swastha provides a platform for students to connect, collaborate, and support each other on their wellness journey. Whether one enjoys invigorating workouts, stress-relieving yoga sessions, or outdoor activities with fellow students, the club provides a variety of options to keep oneself energized and focused. Swastha is on a mission to bring delicious and nutritious products that redefine the snacking experience. The various activities planned by Swastha includes yoga sessions, nutrition workshops, health awareness campaigns, seminars by experts in the field etc. With firm belief in the power of informed choices, balanced nutrition, and active living, Swastha embarks on a journey to embrace a healthier, happier life experience.
- Ekya : Ekya, a club dedicated to harnessing the power of biotechnological advancements for constructive impacts and societal upliftment. As the club fosters interdisciplinary collaborations with other departments and organizations, it levies collective expertise to create innovative solutions for real-world challenges. Exploring the frontiers of biotechnological innovations through workshops, seminars, and hands-on sessions, Ekya wishes to apply biotechnological solutions to projects that have a direct and positive impact on communities, ranging from healthcare to environmental sustainability. The club not only enables one to develop a strong foundation in biotechnological skills but also stay at the forefront of industry trends. Being a part of initiatives that directly contribute to the betterment of society through biotechnological applications while connecting with professionals, researchers, and fellow students passionate about utilizing biotechnology for positive change.
- Paryavarana : Paryavarana, the environmental club of the Department of Biotechnology. A community of enthusiastic students committed to making a positive impact on the environment through meaningful activities and projects. From revitalizing and preserving local water bodies to taking efforts to promote waste segregation and recycling, composting to turn organic waste into nutrient-rich compost to awareness rallies and drives, they do it all. The club aims to restore lakes for a healthier ecosystem, reducing landfill waste to promote a circular economy, fostering a responsible approach towards waste management within our community and engaging the larger community in sustainable practices. Paryavarna promises a practical experience through active participation in eco-friendly projects while connecting with like-minded individuals who share a passion for environmental stewardship. Paryavarana focuses on projects that contribute to sustainable practices and promote a harmonious relationship with nature.
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Professional societies
Association of Microbiologists of India (AMI)
https://amiindia.info/
The Association of Microbiologists of India (AMI) established in 1938 is one of the oldest and most reputed scientific organizations of the country. Since its inception, it has contributed significantly towards development of microbiology, particularly in areas of research and teaching in the country. AMI, Bangalore Chapter was reestablished on 25th February, 2013 at Dayananda Sagar Institutions in Bangalore which is one of the leading institutions in Science and Technology for the benefit of students, faculty, scientists and Biotech industry in general.
Bangalore Chapter of AMI is actively conducting webinars, seminars, symposium, lectures, debates, quizzes, pick and speak competition, industry visits and is keen to organize student related programs. AMI encourages participation from students, faculty, scientists, industrialists and interested individuals for the meetings.
Association of Microbiologists of India (AMI), Bangalore Chapter headed by Department of Biotechnology, DSCE, has received the Best AMI Unit Award-2018 at the 59th Annual Conference of Association of Microbiologists of India & International Symposium on Host-Pathogen Interactions organized by School of Life Sciences, University of Hyderabad in Association with Department of Microbiology, Osmania University on 10th December, 2018.
Association of Microbiologists of India (AMI), Bangalore Chapter headed by Department of Biotechnology, DSCE, is selected for Best AMI Unit Award-2021 and will be receiving the award in the 62nd annual conference of Association of Microbiologists of India with the theme Microbiology and Society : Current Trends and Future Prospects (MSCTFP-2022) organized by University of Mysore (UOM), CSIR – Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), DRDO – Defence Food Research Laboratory (DFRL) & Karnataka Science and Technology Academy (KSTA) at Vijnana Bhavana, Manasagangotri ,University of Mysore, Mysore from 7th to 9th June, 2022.
The following events are conducted under AMI in the last 3 years
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National Science Day Celebrations with the theme “Integrated Approach in Science and Technology for a sustainable future”. |
24th and 25th March, 2022 |
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Invited talk by expert- Dr. Sathyendra Rao B. V, Chief Scientist and Head of technology Transfer and Business Development at CFTRI, Mysore. |
24th March, 2022 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Problem solving and Ideation Speaker: Dr Ravindranath B S, Professor, Manipal Institute of Technology, MAHE, Manipal Platform: Google Meet |
7th Jan, 2022 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Opportunities and challenges in Biotechnology Entrepreneurship. Speaker: Dr Jitendra Kumar, Director& Head, Bangalore, Bio Innovation Centre, Bengaluru Platform: Microsoft Teams |
26thJune, 2021 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Regulations in Biopharmaceuticals Speaker: Dr. Meenakshi Malik, Associate Manager, Regulatory Science - Biologics, Biocon, Bengaluru Platform: Microsoft Teams |
17th Dec, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: A Road Map to Cancer Biologics: Breaking the barriers Speaker: Dr Kirthana Shinde, Scientific Manager, Zumutor Biologics, Bengaluru Platform: Microsoft Teams |
6th Nov, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Genomics of SARs-Cov-2 in India Speaker: Dr. Vinod Scaria, Genomic Scientist, IGIB, University of Pune, Pune, Maharashtra Platform: Microsoft Teams |
21st Oct, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: The Hunt for a Novel Antibacterial Drug Speaker: Mrs. Srividhya D N, Senior Scientist, Gangagen Biotech Pvt, Ltd., Bangalore Platform: Microsoft Teams |
30th Sep, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Career opportunities in Data science for Biotechnologists Speaker: Mr. Thillai Chidambaram, LEAD, Bangalore LIMS, Bayer Crop Science, Bangalore Platform: Microsoft Teams |
25th Sep, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Agricultural advancement and Crop Improvemnet at Bayer: An overview Speaker: Dr. Anik Luke Dhanaraj, LEAD, Bayer Crop Science, Bangalore Platform: Microsoft Teams |
10th June, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Preparing for Career in sustainability in Post-covid era Speaker: Mr. Vishwas Vidyaranya, Director Técnico at Value Investment Colombia SAS. Bogotá, Bogotá D.C. Department, Colombia Platform: Microsoft Teams |
15th May, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Agbiotech Advancements and Crop Improvements Speaker: Dr. Balaji Vasudevan, Plant Biology Lead, Green Light Biosciences, Inc, North Corolina, USA Platform: Microsoft Teams |
14th May, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: AI for Scientific Discovery in Biomedicine Speaker: Dr. Sucheendra Kumar Palaniappan, Scientist, Systems Biology Institute, Tokyo Platform: Microsoft Teams |
13th May, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Science of Farming Speaker: Dr. K K Narayanan, Agriculture Technology Expert, Investor, Mentor & Professional Platform: Microsoft Teams |
6th May, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Real time Nanopore sequencing and its applications in genomics research Speaker: Dr. Venkatesh Krishnamurthy, Director-Business (Genomics Products), Genotypic Technology, Bengaluru, India Platform: Cisco Webex |
30th April, 2020 |
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Webinar series ‘Biotechinar’ Title of the talk: Anxiety and Stress: A Boon or a Bane Speaker: Mr. Srinath Deshakulkarni, Sr. Advisor & Mentor at Academics & Beyond (A&B), Bengaluru Platform: Microsoft Teams |
29th April, 2020 |
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| 17. | National Science Day Celebrations with the theme “Women in Science” | 3rd and 4th March, 2020 |  |
| 18. | Invited Talk: Dr. Mahavir Singh from the Molecular Biophysics unit, IISc on the topic “Non-coding RNA biology, telomerase and cancer” |
3rd and 4th March, 2020 |  |
| 19. | Invited Talk: Dr. N. Ravi Sundaresan from the Microbiology and Cell Biology division of IISc on the topic “Coronary heart failure” |
3rd and 4th March, 2020 |  |
| 20. | Invited Talk: Dr. Prabhakar Kulkarni, the Founder and CEO of EdubioSkills Pvt. on the topic “Concept to Commercialization” |
3rd and 4th March, 2020 |  |
| 21. | Model Making competition for students | 4th March, 2020 |  |
| 22. | Quiz competition for students | 4th March, 2020 |  |
| 23. | World Food Day Celebration with the theme “Action across sectors to make healthy and sustainable diets affordable, accessible to everyone” | 22nd October, 2019 |  |
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| 24. | National Science Day Celebrations with the theme “Science for the People, and People for Science” | 12th March 2019 |  |
| 25. | Invited talk by industry expert- Dr. BinitaShrivastavaTunga (Director and Co - founder, Ameliorate Biotech Pvt Ltd. Bengaluru) | 12th March 2019 |  |
| 26. | Biorangoli competition for students | 12th March 2019 |  |
Skill Enhancement Programme
Biotechnology Skill Enhancement Programme (BiSEP) at Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering
Biotechnology Finishing School (BTFS) was a very unique initiative in India with enhanced placement opportunities in Biotechnology Sector launched by Government of Karnataka in the Millennium Biotech Policy-II, in association with Government of India. BTFS was established in Karnataka with appropriate course content and duration to equip graduates and post-graduates with necessary employable skills and to make them industry ready. Dayananda Sagar Institutions was selected to conduct the Bio-Technology Finishing School (BTFS) programme from September 2011 for the period of five years. The programme is continued for the next cycle of five years and renamed as Biotechnology Skill Enhancement Programme (BiSEP).
PG Diploma in Plant Genetic Engineering
Course Highlights
- BiSEP is a 12 months programme with Course work for 6 months and Industry Internship for 6 months and is affiliated to the Dayananda Sagar University, Bengaluru. The students upon successful completion would be eligible for the PG Diploma awarded by the University.
- The selected students through Karnataka Biotechnology Aptitude Test (KBAT) conducted online by KBITS are provided a fellowship of Rs. 10,000/- per month throughout the duration of the programme (1 Year) by Ktech, GoK and DBT, New Delhi.
- The students would also be examined and certified by the Life Science Sector Development Council (LSSSDC), a statutory body under National Skill Development Council (NSDC), New Delhi.
- BiSEP students will be trained with soft skills at Center for Innovation and Leadership (CIL), DSI
- Department of Biotechnology has a semi commercial Plant Tissue Culture lab, which provides BiSEP students a professional environment and motivate them to become entrepreneurs. DSCE is equipped with a dedicated Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Cell (IEDC) which provides mentorship and assistance for establishing Start ups in the biotech sector.
- Several activities like Industry visits, Invited talk by industry experts, hands on workshops, soft skill training, communication skill trainings, entrepreneurship trainings, Presentation of student research, etc will be conducted for BiSEP students along with their curriculum during their course work.
