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MICROBIOLOGY DEPARTMENT:

The B.Sc program in the subject of Microbiology was introduced in the year 1979 when the college was established. The department has grown in stature and recognition and is a renowned department for the subject now. The Masters program in the subject was introduced in 2002 and M.Sc by research was started in the year 2005. Under the directions of the college, the Microbiology department set up the Biotechnology department in the year 2003.
The intake number for B.Sc (Microbiology) is 60 at first year, 40 at second year and 35 at third year. The intake number for M.Sc (by papers) is 10 (7 university seats and 3 college seats) and M.Sc (by research) is 5. At the T.Y.B.Sc level, we offer 6 units Microbiology, with Biotechnology as the Applied Component subject.

Staff Profile:

  1. Dr. Jayashree K. Phadnis: M.Sc., M.Phil.(Microbiology), P.G Diploma in Edu. Mgt., Ph.D. (Education) Principal, VES College
    Email: vesasc@rediffmail.com
    Areas of Interest: Biochemistry and its applications & Curriculum related studies.
    Research areas: Microbiology and Education management.
    Recognitions:
    • Co-opted as Member of BOS in Microbiology, University of Mumbai (2005-2010)
    • Recognized teacher for M.Sc. (by papers) & M.Sc. (by research) in Microbiology at University of Mumbai.
      Publications and paper presentations

  2. Ms. Hemamalini Varadarajan: M.Sc., M. Phil. Associate Professor and HOD
    Email: hemaiyengar@hotmail.com
    Areas of Interest: Genetics, Molecular Biology, Applied Microbiology, and Biotechnology
    Research areas:     Applied Microbiology, Biotechnology
    Recognitions:
    • Co-opted as Member of BOS in Microbiology, University of Mumbai (2000-2005)
    • Recognized Teacher for M.Sc. (research) & M.Sc. (papers) in Microbiology at University of Mumbai
    • Recepient of two Minor Research Projects funds from University of Mumbai (2008,2010)
      Research Projects, Paper Presentations & Publications

  3. Dr Nagesh Malik: M.Sc., Ph.D. Associate Professor
    E-mail: drnageshmalik@yahoo.co.in
    Areas of Interest: Immunology, Medical Microbiology & Biotechnology
    Research Areas: Applied Microbiology, Biotechnology, Medical Microbiology
    Recognitions:
    • Co-opted as Member of BOS (Microbiology), University of Mumbai (2011-2015)
    • Associated with Homi Bhabha Centre for Science & Education since 1991 in connection with Science Olympiads
    • Examiner and paper-setter for MPSC examination
    • Recognized Teacher for M.Sc. (papers) & M.Sc. (Research) in Microbiology at University of Mumbai
    • Visiting Lecturer for M.Sc. in Biochemistry at University of Mumbai and VES College of Pharmacy
      Recipient of Major  research Project fund from UGC and Minor Research Project fund from University of Mumbai
      Paper publications and paper presentations
  1. Ms. Santhini S Nair: M.Sc. Associate Professor
    Email: santhinisnair@gmail.com
    Areas of Interest: Medical microbiology, Immunology, Industrial microbiology, Biotechnology
    Research areas: Medical microbiology, Environmental Microbiology
    Recognitions:
  2. Ms. Dona Joseph: M.Sc. Assistant Professor
    Email:     donajoseph@rediffmail.com
    Areas of Interest: Genetics, Virology, and Environmental Microbiology
    Research areas: Environmental Microbiology.
    Recognitions:
  1. Mr.Malay Shah: M. Sc. Assistant Professor
    Email: malay_shah80@rediffmail.com
    Area of Interest: - Industrial Microbiology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Immunology
    Research areas: Environmental Microbiology
    Recognitions: Recipient of minor research project fund from University of Mumbai (2011)
    Research Projects, Paper Presentations & Publications

  2. Ms. Shweta Patil: M. Sc Assistant Professor
    Email:patilshweta@rediffmail.com
    Areas of interest: Molecular Biology, Environmental Microbiology and Biochemistry
    Research areas: Environmental Microbiology
    Recognitions: Recipient of minor research project fund from University of Mumbai (2011)
    Research Projects, Paper Presentations & Publications

 

Salient Features:

  • Teaching methods: Teachers employ varied teaching methods including seminars by students, videos, animations, skits, games, group discussions and quiz, besides lectures for curriculum transaction. Workshops are also conducted to give students a better understanding of new subjects like Bio-informatics.
  • Student development: The department conducts a variety of programs under the banner of the 'Microbiology-Biotechnology Association' to develop the employable as well as soft skills of students. These activities include subject-based competitions (poster-making, model making, debates, seminar presentations and essay writing), movie shows, guest lectures by scientists, etc. Prizes are awarded to students who excel in academics as well as in co-curricular activities. The freshers are welcomed every year with a humorous skit based on Microbiology. Educational visits to research institutes and industries are conducted for the S.Y.B.Sc., T.Y.B.Sc. and M.Sc. students. The students are also encouraged to undertake internships at research institutes, industries, pathological laboratories etc during their vacations.
  • Sci-clone: The PG section of the department conducts an annual inter-collegiate festival called 'Sci-clone' for post-graduate students in Biological Sciences. The program includes competitions in events such as published research paper presentation, quiz, debate and poster presentation. The event is organized by our M.Sc. students in consultation with the teachers.
  • Well-equipped laboratories: The department has one UG and 2 PG labs, 2 clean rooms with laminar air flow units and a preparation room. Besides the basic equipments, the lab is well-equipped with research equipments including a cooling centrifuge, rotary vacuum evaporator, U.V. spectrophotometer and tensiometer.
  • Departmental library: The department has a regularly updated library with more than 250 books covering various topics in Microbiology. It serves as an additional rich learning resource for the students
  • Research: The department staff has been engaged in UGC and University funded research projects. The staff also guides the M. Sc. (by papers) students in their dissertation projects. Besides, interested B. Sc students are also involved in research projects under the guidance of the staff.
  • Results: Our students have been consistently performing well at the University examinations inspite of the low cut-off percentage at F.Y level. We have a pass percentage of nearly 100% at the B.Sc. and M.Sc. levels. On an average, 50% of our students secure a first class. We have had several University top rankers among our B.Sc. students, while at the M.Sc. level we have University rankers almost every year.
  • Alumni: We have an active alumni association with 118 registered members. Several of our alumni work in internationally reputed institutes such as Harvard Medical School, Washington University School of Medicine, John Hopkins School of Medicine, Duke University Medical Center, Ludwig's Maximillian University, Germany, and occupy important positions in industries such as Abbott Molecular, US, Children's Hospital, Boston, Syngene International ltd, Bangalore, Biocon, Bio-analytical Technologies India Pvt. Ltd. They help our current students through guest lectures, counseling sessions and provision of information about job openings.
  • Career guidance and Placements: We counsel our students on their career choices and bring job openings and vacancies to their notice by regular display of advertisements on the notice boards, e-mails and through personal contacts. We also help in their placements through our alumni network and contacts in industries such as Johnson and Johnson.
 
 



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