Panel Discussion on "Exploring Frontiers in Molecular Biology & Biotechnology”
2025-05-20 11:00 - 12:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Zoom
The Department of Biological Science is organising an online panel discussion titled “Exploring Frontiers in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology“. The discussion will focus on exploring the potential career opportunities and how Masters in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology might open doors to roles in research, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and more.
The talk will focus on how SRM University – AP, Amaravati’s Masters in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology program combines cutting-edge research with industry-ready skills.
The panel discussion enables science enthusiasts to interact with notable teachers to better understand career paths in academia, industry, and research. A Q&A session will be offered to answer questions about curriculum, placements, scholarships, and research opportunities.
For more information about the course, check the link below :
https://www.srmap.edu.in/seas/biological-sciences/msc-molecular-biology-and-biotechnology/

Guest Talk on 3D Structure Determination of Macromolecules by X-ray Crystallography
2025-12-05 10:30 - 12:30 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
The Department of Biological Sciences is organising a Guest Talk on the topic “3-Dimensional Structure Determination of Macromolecules by X-ray Crystallography” on December 05, 2025. Prof. K Suguna, from the Molecular Biophysics Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore will deliver the session.
The talk will delve into how the 3D structures will provide atomic-level details on how macromolecules function, interact with other molecules, and perform biological processes.
Join the talk to understand the intricacies of structural biology!

Guest Talk on Disruptive Technologies Expected to Change the World
2025-12-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Biological Sciences is organising a Guest Talk by Prof. Edathil Vijayan, on December 17, 2025. Prof. Edathil Vijayan, President, Society for Biotechnologists India (SBTI) and Chairman, National Academy of Sciences India (NASI) – Kerala Chapter, will deliver an interactive session on “Disruptive Technologies Expected to Change the World.”
About the Speaker
Prof. Dr. Edathil Vijayan FNASc., currently President, Society for Biotechnologists India (SBTI) holds a BSc (Hons.), MSc. and Ph.D. from Banaras Hindu University. Immediately after his PhD, he joined the Department of Zoology, Center for Advanced Studies in Endocrinology, Delhi University as a Faculty. He was awarded the Ford Foundation post-doctoral Fellowship with Dr S M McCann at the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School at Dallas, USA from1974-78. On return, he was selected as an Associate Professor, School of Life Sciences in the newly established Hyderabad Central University and rose to the rank of full Professor shortly. He was awarded the Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship at Max-Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry Gottingen, Germany (1981-83). He was invited as Professor and Head, Dept of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Dean, School of Life Sciences, Pondicherry Central University in 1988 and continued in that position till 2006.
His research interests vary from Neuroendocrinology/Mammalian reproduction, Neuropeptides and Neurotransmitters, generously supported by DST grants. Prof. Vijayan has published over 105 papers in International Journals of repute including Nobel Foundation Symposium Volume and contributed Chapters in several Books. He has supervised 12 Ph.D., and 15 M.Phil Scholars and served as Chairman, Board of Studies, Member Academic Council and Executive Council of several Universties and Expert Committees of DST, ICMR, CSIR, UGC and UPSC and NAAC. He is also Ph.D. examiner for over 40 Indian and foreign Universities. Life Member of several Professional Societies including Endocrine Society USA and Max-Planck Alumni Association Germany.

India–UK AMR Network Meeting
2026-01-21 09:00 - 2026-01-23 16:00
The Department of Biological Sciences is organising the India–UK AMR Network Meeting on January 21-23, 2026, along with University of Leeds, representing a major step towards strengthening cross-country, One Health–aligned AMR research. Funded by the Academy of Medical Sciences, the India–UK AMR Network brings together leading researchers, clinicians, veterinarians, and public health experts from India and the UK to build a collaborative network focused on understanding antimicrobial use and resistance in apparently healthy populations across India.
Significance of the Meeting
Antimicrobial resistance is a critical global health challenge, with community-level transmission increasingly recognised as a key driver. This meeting is significant in shifting the focus beyond clinical settings to healthy populations, offering new insights into early AMR emergence and spread. By fostering long-term India–UK collaboration and embedding a One Health perspective, the network aims to generate evidence that can inform national and international AMR strategies, capacity building, and equitable global health solutions.
Key discussions will focus on:-
– Antimicrobial use and resistance in community-based, healthy populations
– Integrating human, animal, and environmental perspectives (One Health approach)
– Genomic and microbiome-based surveillance of AMR in low- and middle-income settings
– Challenges and opportunities in longitudinal and population-scale AMR studies
– Translating scientific evidence into public health policy and practice
– Building sustainable India–UK research partnerships and infrastructure
– Identifying additional areas for collaboration, networking, and capacity building across disciplines and institutions
The meeting features an interdisciplinary panel of invited experts from leading institutions across India and the UK, including:
-University of Leeds, UK
-Bose Institute and University of Burdwan, West Bengal
-IIT Kanpur
-CSIR–National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), Nagpur
-Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi
-SRM University-AP and NTR College of Veterinary Science
-Cancer Institute (WIA), Chennai
-O.P. Jindal Global University
Speakers represent expertise spanning microbiology, AMR genomics, public health, veterinary science, environmental health, and social medicine.
Expected Outcomes

Establishment of a structured India–UK AMR research network
Identification of shared research priorities and funding opportunities
Development of collaborative pilot studies and multi-centre proposals
Knowledge exchange on best practices for AMR surveillance in community settings
Strengthened links between academic research, public health, and policies

Indo-German Scientific Meeting to Strengthen Scientific Collaboration
2026-02-27 10:00 - 2026-02-28 13:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
The Department of Biological Sciences is organising a two-day Indo-German Scientific Meeting (2026) bringing together antimicrobial resistance (AMR) research experts from the Freie Universität Berlin, and faculty members of the department.
Day one will have a panel discussion that focuses to create awareness on the dimensions and precautionary steps needed to be taken to contain any microorganisms. Day two shifts the focus on strengthening Indo-German research collaboration, promoting academic exchange, and identifying opportunities for joint projects and international funding. By aligning complementary expertise and shared priorities, the meeting aims to establish sustainable partnerships that advance AMR research and translate science into public health impact.
Prof. Thomas Alter, Dean of Studies, School of Veterinary Medicine, Freie Universitaet Berlin, Prof. Uwe Roesler, Dean, School of Veterinary Medicine, Freie Universitaet Berlin, Prof. Robert Klopfleisch from the Institute of Veterinary Pathology, Dr Anika Friese from the Centre of Infectious Medicine, Prof. Jayaseelan Murugaiyan, Associate Dean together with the faculty members of the School of Engineering and Sciences (SEAS), SRM AP will attend this event.

Expert Lecture on Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine
2026-04-08 10:00 - 11:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
The Department of Biological Sciences is conducting an Expert talk on “Ayurveda: The traditional knowledge systems and it’s scope in integrative medicine” by Dr Guruprasad Aggithaya, MD- Ayurveda, Consultant at Institute of Applied Dermatology, Kasaragod, Kerala.
The lecture will explore Ayurveda as the traditional, holistic Indian system of medicine and how it provides a framework to treat chronic lifestyle diseases and mental health disorders. The session will also delve into the key difference of approach between traditional and integrative medicine.
Join the session for an insightful lecture!
