The Department of Botany organized an engaging invited talk on 21st January 2025 for first-year B.Sc. Botany students. The guest speaker for the event was Dr. K. Balachandra, Head of the Department of Microbiology, Andhra Loyola College.
Dr. Balachandra delivered an insightful presentation on the topic, "Scope of Microbes in Health and Wealth." His lecture covered the following key points:
- Discovery and classification of various types of microbes.
- Role of microbes in:
- Fermentation processes.
- Food Industry applications.
- Biotechnology advancements.
- Bioremediation techniques for environmental management.
- Recent advancements in microbiology and their practical implications.
- Opportunities for higher education and research in microbiology.
- The future scope and potential of microbial studies in various fields.
Dr. K. Balachandra also interacted with students, addressing their questions and clarifying doubts on topics related to microbiology and its applications. His engaging and informative session provided students with a broader perspective on the importance of microbes in various domains of science and industry. The program was attended by the first-year B.Sc. Botany Major students and faculty member Dr. B. Siva Kumari.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to Dr. Balachandra for sharing his expertise and inspiring the students.
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