The Department of Microbiology came in to existence in the year 1993. The Postgraduate course in Microbiology was started in 2016. The department has introduced a certificate course in Mushroom Cultivation. The Department consists of highly experienced faculty members who strive to provide quality education at post-graduate and research levels. With respect to service, the faculty team has an exemplary record of participation in National & International conferences, editing professional journals and reviewing grant proposals from regional and national organizations. The research outcomes of the department are well evidenced by publication of several research papers in peer reviewed national and international journals with good impact factor. The department regularly organizes national level seminars, symposia, workshops and Guest lecture.
The course involves the study of the biology of bacteria, viruses, protozoa and fungi. As microbiologists are required to do research for the future battle against diseases worldwide and to exploit microbes in the production of food, the main focus of the course is the study of pathogenic potential of the organisms that cause disease in man. Aspects of biochemistry, physiology and genetics of microorganisms are also discussed.
Vision
- To provide individual attention, high quality education and of character building for Microbiology students.
- To pursue and promote world-class research and training at the frontiers of Microbiology.
Mission
- To discover and pursue competitive research in order to fulfill the global needs in Microbiology.
“GLANZENDA”
The department conducts conducts guest lectures,seminars, workshops and conferences based on themes and concepts founded in the field of modern technological researches in the areas related to microbiology. SymBios, a national level symposium is a yearly gathering of experts in the field of biosciences and offers the participants a chance to learn and to discuss their ideas with experts.
- M.Phil., Microbiology
- M.Phil., Biotechnology
- Ph.D Microbiology
- Post Graduate Diploma Courses
Job Opportunities
- Placement in various pharmaceutical companies
- R&D divisions
- Agricultural sector
- Academicians
- Industrial microbiologist
- Quality control manager in the R&D center
- Food and dairy microbiologist
- Pollution control boards
- Research institutions (i.e.) infectious diseases research center
- Government organizations (i.e.) hospitals, clinical laboratories, National Rural Health Mission,
- WHO and FAO