Faculty Development Programme on “MicroImmuno Master Class: Excellence in Laboratory Techniques”
Date: 30 June 2025 to 04 July, 2025
Department of Life Sciences organized an in- house Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on "MicroImmuno Master Class: Excellence in Laboratory Techniques" for all the faculty members of the department from 30th June 2025 to 4th July 2025. This FDP aimed to upskill and reskill faculty members with advanced theoretical knowledge and practical proficiency in critical microbiological and immunological laboratory techniques, thereby enhancing the quality of teaching, research, and empowering the practical skills of teachers. Three external experts from Government General Hospital and Research Institute, Pondicherry, Meenakshi Labs, Madurai and Anand Diagnostics - Neuberg Anand Reference Laboratory, Bengaluru delivered the talk online and deepened faculty understanding of the latest advancements, methodologies, and best practices in key microbial and immunological assays. Hands on session on standardized protocols and troubleshooting tips in microbiology and immunological techniques were delivered by Dr. Sangeetha Menon and Dr. Challaraj Emmanuel, Domain experts. The FDP was effective in training all the faculty members to deliver consistent, effective, and error-minimized practical sessions to students. Faculty members expressed their satisfaction and emphasized that the FDP provided faculty with the advanced technical skills necessary to design, execute, and analyze sophisticated experiments, thereby fostering research and innovation. They also learnt troubleshooting tips to identify, analyze, and resolve common issues encountered in the lab.