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  • "Share a Meal" at Sadhana Home!
  • Distributing Food to inmates of Sadhana Home!
  • I BcMC students won I Prize in the Independence Day Dance Competitions
  • Heads of Depts at "Ms. Fresher" Contest
  • M.Sc Biochemistry students won II Prize in the Dance competitions on Pious Feast
  • Mrs Afreen and M.Sc Biochemistry students at the National Conference, OU
  • Mrs.Padmini and Mrs.Swathi with the III B.Sc BcMC students at Institute of Genetics
  • Mrs.Swathi, Department of Biochemistry at JNTU during the workshop on Gennder Sensititzation
  • Ms.Sneha of I M.Sc Biochemistry presenting a Poster at the National Conference, OU
Welcome to Department of Biochemistry

About

The Department of Biochemistry was established in 1997 at graduate level and upgraded to the PG level in the year 2002 catering to the changing horizons in the field of life sciences. The Department has dedicated and well qualified teachers who have the quest for excellence in teaching and preparing the students to achieve high standards in their career by instilling the scientific aptitude and analytical abilities. The department maintains well equipped laboratories and a Departmental library that cater to the needs of the students

In addition to the core faculty, expertise from other related departments of Osmania University and eminent scientists from various National Institutes namely, NIN, CDFD, IICT contribute to the teaching programme The department has won laurels for its accomplishments since its inception by consistently securing 100 % pass percentage every year in the university examinations. The alumni of the department are well placed in various premier Institutions as research assistants, teachers & entrepreneurs in various parts of the country and abroad.

Objectives

Objectives of our Department are as follows:

  • To inculcate the scientific temper, optimistic approach , analytical abilities and practical skills among the young minds .
  • To enrich the knowledge of the students through various programmes like seminars, conferences etc
  • To prepare the students as globally competent and virtuous citizens of the nation and contribute to nation building.

The Department of Biochemistry is involved in the following courses:

Under Graduate:

B.Sc. Bc.MC (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry)
Post Graduate:

M. Sc. - Biochemistry

The list of student projects done by B.Sc students
List of Projects click to view 2019-20
List of Projects click to view

In house projects by students:

  • Estimation of iron in various food sources by wong’s method- II B.Sc
  • Estimation of cholesterol in various junk foods by zak’s method- III B.Sc

Student out House Projects:

  •  16 Students of II. M.Sc Biochemistry joined Synteny lifescience pvt Ltd Nallakunta for pursuing projects.

    Some of the projects include

    • “Synthesis , Characterization and Biological activites of Silver Nano particles from Tinospora cordiofolia”
    • “Study of Vancomycin resistance conferring gene expressionstudies in Staphylococcus aureus”
    • “ Biological evaluation of green synthesized silver nanoparticles using Cruismela and actinidadeliciosaperl extracts”
Research & Publications

Events

Departmental Events 2017-21 Departmental Events 2021-22 Departmental Events 2022-23

Events 2023-24

Seminars conducted:

  • On 21 June 2023, Ms.C.Vani Sree, HoD,Department of Biochemistry organized an extension lecture for II M.Sc.Biochemistry Students on” Designing of Factorial Experiments and Quality Control in,Biochemistry” The Resource Person was Dr,Shibshekar Roy,Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Osmania university.
  • On 24 June 2023, Ms.N.Swathi Sree, Faculty,Department of Biochemistry organized a one day workshop on “ MS-Office tools” For II M.sc.Biochemistry students.The Resource Person was Ms. S.Hepsiba, Faculty Department of Computer science, Explained in detail about the tools like MS Word, MS Powerpoint, Ms Execl, MS Access and also conducted hands on training.
  • On 28 June 2023, Dr.Helah Kiranmayee ,Faculty Department of Biochemistry organized a guest lecture on “ Artificial intelligence and machine learning: Bioprocess application” for I &II M.Sc Biochemistry Students and the Resource was DR.Sumana Chenna, Senior Principal Scientist, Process Engineering and Technology Transfer,CSIR,IICT Hyderabad.
  • Department of Biochemistry organized a guest lecture on 31 August 2023 on the topic Pre-Clinical trials on Lab Animals. The guest speaker was an entrepreneur Dr. Uttam Kumar, Managing Director, Jeevana Life Sciences. 82 UG life sciences students attended the lecture.
  • On 27 September 2023, Dr.Helah Kiranmayee ,Faculty Department of Biochemistry organized a guest lecture on “Nutrition and Health Management” for II Year BA, BBA, B.Sc. Lifesciences Biochemistry Students. And the Resource Person was Dr. Suresh Challa Scientist F, Deputy Director ,Head, Department of Cell biology National Institute of Nutrition ( ICMR)

Other Events:

  • On 8 ,January 2024,Department of Biochemistry organized Awareness Programme on “Menstrual Hygiene and Soft skill Development” by Mrs.Nafisa Naznin and Students from all PG Streams actively participated in the seminar
  • Department of Biochemistry organized “wellness Programme Kayapalat” by Dr.Winnie Thomas on 12 October 2023, particiapnts. More than 100 participants comprising of students, faculty members and non teaching staff actively took the tests.
  • On 19 February 2024, Cuisines Coalition Presented by the students of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics presented the foods of different states of India and gave their nutritional significance to all the visitors.
  • On 21 May 2024 Management of St Pious College, Department of Biochemistry along with Departments of Botany & Biotechnology organized Fare well Party- ALVIDA 2024 to 2021-24

FieldTrip:

  • Department of Biochemistry organized a visit to IKP Knowledge Park- Shamirpet on 29 August 2023. 28 UG life sciences students visited the place. On the 26 of September 2023, the students of biochemistry department, had the incredible opportunity to attend an open day at the renowned Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB). A total of 30-35 students including both UG and PG attended the CCMB open day.
  • A Nutrition Awareness Week was organized by the Department of Biochemistry and Clinical Nutrition from the 4 to the 8 of September 2023, from B.A. and B.COM and about 150 students attended the seminar.
  • On 18 March 2024, Students of I M.Sc.Biochemistry Visited IICT for Poster presentation and gained Experiential Learning.

Extension Activties:

  • On 18 November 2023, Ms. C. Vanisree, Head, Department of Biochemistry and Nutrition was invited as a Chief guest for the Valedictory function of 2-day workshop by Sansah Innovations at Kasturba Gandhi college, Marredpally, Secunderabad and felicitated her as the Successful Alumna.
  • Department of Biochemistry Organized Blanket donation drive as a part of Biomystery club and Students from I PG &III BcMC donated blankets to the needy on 2 December 2023.
  • on 19 February 2024, Department of Biochemistry Organized Sexual Health Awareness Day with the PG students displayed posters on various topics.
  • Inter departmental Learning Activity on 21 February 2024, Nutriquiz” for I BA Psychology students, Conducted by Department of Biochemistry and Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics and presented certificates for I,II & III Prizes.
  • on 24 February 2024, on the day of Alumni ,Ms.Winnie Thomas,2010 PG , Alumna of the Department, Awarded Distinguished Alumni.

Faculty Development Programme:

Attended

  • Ms.C.Vanisree, Head, Department of Biochemistry, Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology attended a Short Term Faculty Training Programme on “Indian Knowledge Systems” organized by University Grants Commission, Human Resource Development Centre,University of Madras, Chennai, IKS Division,Ministry of Education,Government of India ,New Delhi from 21 August to 26 August 2023.
  • Ms.C.Vanisree, HOD, Biochemistry Department and Mrs.N.Swathisree , Assistant Professor, Biochemistry Department attended a two day workshop on Evaluation Reforms and Implementation of Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE),organized by Osmania University on 5 and 6 October, 2023 at Tagore Auditorium, Osmania University.
  • Ms. Vanisree HoD Department of Biochemistry has been selected and she attended Master’s Trainers faculty training program on Indian knowledge systems ( IKS) held at National Sanskrit University,Tirupathi from 18 to 23 March 2024.

Celebrations:

  • A Nutrition Awareness Week was organized by the Department of Biochemistry and Clinical Nutrition from the 4 to the 8 of September 2023, from B.A. and B.COM and about 150 students attended the seminar with various events .
  • On the occasion of World Cancer Day,5 February 2024, the Department of Biochemistry and Nutrition organized the following events were conducted and made programme successful..
  • On 26 February 2024, National Science day is celebrated and I ,II &III UG& PG Biochemistry Students presented various models and Exhibited their talents with the Live Experiments. On 22 April 2024, Department of Biochemistry on the occasion of world earth day conducted an online quiz and 112 students actively participated in the quiz..
Labs and other facilities:
  • The Department has excellent facilities for teaching and research in Biochemistry, Modern Biology and Molecular Biology.
  • The class rooms are provided with LCD projectors, OHP and other necessary furniture for effective teaching programme. The faculty and students can also avail the Conference Hall equipped with LCD and Interactive Electronic Board for regular teaching, Seminars, Animated video sessions and Guest Lectures
  • The department has an Instrumentation room and four laboratories for B.Sc and M.Sc equipped with the sophisticated instruments like PCR, Flame Photometer required for the regular practicals and basic research programs.
  • The Department has its own Library which caters to the immediate needs of the faculty as well as students. The Library has a stock of 115 books and other books for competitive exams like PG and PhD entrance, CSIR, GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, etc. which are availed by the students to enhance their knowledge horizons and prepare for the future challenges
Achievements
  • On 25-04-2023, Awards day is celebrated by felicitating the semester toppers
    • I Semester-S.Sharnya (II BCMC)-I SEM
    • II semester- K. Akshita (II BCMC)-II SEM
    • III semester- K. Akshita (II BCMC)-III SEM
    • IV Semester-P.Bharani- III BCMC (IV SEM) & K.Bhavya – V SEM (Passed outbatch)
      • Gyan prakash award is sponsored by Ms.C.Vanisree for the academic excellence in Biochemistry.PG-Sandhya Reddy (II M.Sc.Biochemistry –Passed out ), Sonali Thakur(II M.Sc.Biochemistry)
  • UG-Geethanjali & Thanmai Goud (III BCMC Passed out batch)
  • Ms.C.Vani Sree, , Department of Biochemistry Received “National Youth Icon Award” on Jan 12th 2023
  • Ms.C.Vani Sree, , Department of Biochemistry Received “Jawaharalal Nehru Puraskar Award” as a Social Activist on Dec 11th 2022
  • PG Results of II and IV Sem Results were declared with 96% with IV sem and 94% with II sem.
  • Ms.C.Vani Sree, Head of the Department awarded Jawaharlal Nehru National Seva Puraskar -2022 for her distinguished services to the needy.
  • Mrs S M Afreen was awarded with the best library user award by the management
  • Mrs V.Rani Padmini was awarded with a cash Prize for publication of article in the Book by the management
  • Pg Results were declared and the students of IIM.SC Biochemistry secured 100% and 95% for I M.Sc biochemistry on 25th September, 2018
  • Mrs.Rani Padmini, Faculty qualified TSSET-2018 and Bharathi dasan Ph.D Entrance in merit.
  • Swathi Sree (1212-13-514-008) 3rd rank
  • Mamatha (1212-13-514-004) 6TH rank
  • Shalini Yadav (1212-13-514-002) 9TH rank
  • Sindhuja(1212-13-514-003) 10TH rank
  • Javeria Afshan (1212-14-514-001) 1st rank
  • Ms.Lavanya( 1212 -17-514-008) of 2017 batch secured 8th rank
  • Ms.Akshitha(1212-18-514-004) of 2018 batch secured University 1st Rank
  • Ms.Kathyayani(1212-18-514-002) secured 3rd Rank
  • Ms.Bindu Shalini(1212-18-514-003) secured 6th rank in the University examinations
  • MS.Hepsiba Ruth of I M.Sc Biochemistry Qualified 2 Rounds of Idea/PoC organised by MHRD and entered into 3 round standing among the top 4 ideas.
  • UG results were Declared and the students of I and II BCMC secured 100% and III BCMC secured 96% in Biochemistry on 14th March.
  • PG Results were declared and the pass percentage of IIM.SC Biochemistry is 100% and 93% for I M.Sc biochemistry on 19th june, 2019.
  • Mrs Sneha Jakotia of 2008-2010 batch received her Doctoral Degree during the convocation of Osmania University.

The students of I and II and I B.Sc BcMC formed a team comprising of 6 students and participated in Smart India Hackathon 2019 is a nationwide initiative to provide students a platform to solve some of pressing problems. The team gave a solution to the problem mentioned by Emcure Pharmaceuticals. The project was titled ‘Machinery Horoscope’. A training was offered under the guidance of the Mentors, Mr.Sanjay andMr.Praneeth of Sansah Innovations Ltd. The team won the We School Inspiration Award and a cash prize of 5000 rupees for their project.

Clubs

Bio-mystery

  • Charity for Humanity event was planned as a part of the Outreach programme by the Biomystery club, Department of Biochemistry, St.Pious X Degree &PG college for women in collaboration with Rajmatha Foundation, NGO, Hyderabad.and donated food and blankets for the needy.
  • As a part of Biomystery Club Day Celebrations donated Soaps and Biscuit Packets to Sri Rajmatha Foundation, NGO,Chengicherla.
  • Bio-mystery Club Day is Celebrated by displaying Charts on BMR, BMI
  • A Visist to orphanage Aman Vedika, Seethaphalmand by club members.
  • National Science Day Celebration by Biomystery Club Members at Sunrise Primary School.
  • Felicitation to the toppers in university Examination for the Year 2015-16

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