Throne Of Games

Treasure Hunt

Throne of Games is a theme-based gaming event that will be conducted in two rounds. The word search in the poster will gain you the entry card to Round 1, which will be followed by the exciting game finale. For Poster and more details click here

B L O C K L E

4th July 2021, 4:00PM IST

A One-person Debate

Blockle, a fast-paced speaking event that forces you to do just that, is for you! Rhetor 2.0 is back with another thrilling event surrounding our upcoming symposium.
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Grassroots

17th July 2021, 4:30PM IST

A Panel Discussion

Wondering how to apply for internships? How to manage your grades? Join us on our panel discussion with people from SoB, SoM, SoC and SoP and get all our queries clarified. For Poster and more details click here

Dr C.N. Ramchand

19th July 2021, 4:30PM IST

Drug Discovery and Synthetic Biology, Development of Anti-vegf Antibodies Fab Against Eye Diseases like Age Related Macular Degeneration (Amd) and Diabetic Retinopathy (Dr)

Developing a new drug (NCE) from original idea to the launch of a finished product is a complex process. Typically it takes about 12–15 years and costs in excess of $1 billion. The process for development of NCE is complex and time taking.
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Ms. Chinmaya Ghanekar

19th July 2021, 6:30PM IST

Learning on the Go

Conservation biology is an intricate science and art while practising it! It has many elements, including the biology of the species/habitat/landscape of interest, its research, policy, interests of different stakeholders, economic development, and many more! Read more

Prof. Anil Shaji

20th July 2021, 4:30PM IST

Are Quantum Effects Relevant in Biology?

I present an overview of what is known so far about the relevance and possible role for quantum mechanical phenomena like coherence and entanglement in the context of biological systems. The length and time scales that are typical to quantum mechanics is vastly different from the length and time scales at which biological processes occur. Read more

Ms. Mala Thapa

20th July 2021, 6:30PM IST

Role of Zinc Sulphide Nanoparticle as a Nano-fertilizer for Revolutionizing Agriculture

Zinc (Zn) is considered as a most limiting factor in producing crops at different parts of the world. Up to 95% of applied Zn micronutrient never reach their targets and are wasted besides causing collateral damages. Improving the uptake of Zn in plants is therefore necessary for minimizing biotic stress and enhancing yield.
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Prof. Vina Vaswani

21st July 2021, 4:30PM IST

Ethical Issues of Biomedical Research Involving Human Participants

Research – a perpetual feedback process – improves treatments, finds cures and betters living. Good intentions of doing good research are not necessarily going to give good results. Even the means have to justify the ends. Read more

Mr. Gregory Youdan

21st July 2021, 6:30PM IST

Dance for Health: Therapeutic Benefits of Dance

This session will give an overview of physically integrated dance and dance programs designed to provide movement opportunities for people with neurological disorders. Read more

Dr Vinesh Vijayan

22nd July 2021, 4:30PM IST

Disorder to Order, an NMR perspective

Disordered regions in a protein is characterized by a compositional bias in their amino-acid sequence. Such disordered regions are also defined by substantial conformational plasticity. Many such proteins are functional, however, some form ordered aggregates in pathological condition, a marker for many neurogenerative diseases.
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Dr Manu Johns Chowallur

22nd July 2021, 6:30PM IST

Animals in Crime Detection

Animals specifically trained to assist police and other law-enforcement personnels definitely help the team and are part of many investigation agencies across the world. They had sniffed out many crucial evidences that had played a significant role in unravelling the mystery behind crimes.
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Prof. M K Mathew

23rd July 2021, 4:30PM IST

Electrical Signals in the Nervous System: The Nuts and Bolts of the Machinery

Nerve cells are early adopters of digital communication, sending electrical pulses called Action Potentials down their axons to communicate with other cells. Read more