Overview
The Department of Biotechnology was established in the year 2001 with the vision of attracting the enthusiastic students passionate towards life science programmes such as Biotechnology, Microbial Biotechnology etc. and help them to achieve their goals. The department started offering B.Sc Biotechnology, M.Phil and PhD programmes since the year 2005, 2009 & 2012 respectively. The department has been equipped with sophisticated instruments such as Fluorescent Microscope, UV-Vis spectrophotometer, PCR and so on and separate laboratories for various branches of Biotechnology -Tissue culture, Immunotechnology, Plant tissue culture lab.
The Department is very much interested in inculcating the values and ethics, social responsibilities, passion towards science and research among the students by organizing periodically the guest lectures, workshops, Hands on training programmes and programmes address the environmental issues, National and International level conferences, Workshops and so on by inviting eminent scientists as resource persons. Our students are also securing "University ranks" every year and our final year students (both UG & PG) got placement offer letters before their course completion. Above all, the Department of Biotechnology has been recognized as best department among the life science programmes offered in the college
The faculty members in the department are actively involved in research in thrust areas such as Nanotechnology, Plant Biotechnology, Marine Biotechnology, Cancer Biology, Medical. Microbiology, Environmental Biotechnology and Microbial Biotechnology. The Faculty members are regularly attending National & International Conferences and Seminars within India and abroad. The faculty members, post graduate students and scholars actively participate and in conferences and seminars and present research papers. The research findings are published in Journals of high repute.
Vision
To promote the all round development potential among the students by providing need-based, career-oriented, quality education with an emphasis on social concern.
Mission
i. To facilitate students to develop professional and life skills to enhance the employability.
ii. To impart leadership qualities among students to face the new challenges.
iii. To insist the use of advanced technology for teaching as well as learning process
iv. To encourage the faculty and students to pursue academic excellence.
PEOs / PSOs / PO
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)
| PEO1. | The students of Biotechnology will able to attain the in-depth knowledge of the basic and application-oriented subjects of Biotechnology and allied fields |
| PEO2. | The students of Biotechnology will able to gain the ability to use the concept of theories, practical skills and latest technological tools in solving any professional issues independently in a global and societal context. |
| PEO3. | The students of Biotechnology are equipped to design, analyze, conduct and interpret the experiments and data for the development of process/product within the realistic constraints. |
| PEO4. | Become entrepreneurs and develop processes and technologies to meet desired infrastructure needs of society and formulate solutions that are technically sound, economically feasible, and socially acceptable. |
| PEO5. | Perform investigation for solving biotechnology problems by conducting research using modern equipment and software tools. |
Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
Engineering Graduates will be able to
| PSO1. | Inculcate deeper knowledge in practical skills enabling them to work with disciplinary and interdisciplinary aspects of biotechnology. |
| PSO2. | Enhance students' learning abilities, technological solutions in domains of biotechnology for their applications in industry and research and entrepreneurial skills. |
| PSO3. | Evaluate the need and impact of scientific techniques on the environment and the society, keeping in view their sustainable development. |
| PSO4. | Analyze the knowledge gained in Biotechnology for lifelong learning |
Programme Outcomes (PO)
| PO1. | Students understand the major concepts in Biology and understand the fundamental principles. |
| PO2. | Students will develop scientific outlook not only with respect to life science, but in all aspects related to life. |
| PO3. | Students are trained to apply and adapt appropriate techniques, resources, and instrumentation which will help them to pursue higher education or jobs after the programme. |
| PO4. | Students develop the ability to effectively communicate scientific information with strong ethics in written and oral formats. |
| PO5. | Students will understand their roles and responsibilities especially the protection of the people. |
| PO6. | Students become eligible to pursue higher education in their respective fields and engage in lifelong learning and enduring proficient progress. |
Faculty Members
Department of Biotechnology
Mr. Joy Sebastian Prakash J
Assistant Professor
joysebastianprakash@mscartsandscience-edu.in
+91 97901 82929
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FACILITIES
The Department of Biotechnology at Mohamed Sathak College of Arts & Science is equipped with advanced laboratory infrastructure and modern analytical instruments to support undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research, training, and innovation in Life Sciences and Biotechnology.
Molecular Biology & Genetic Engineering Facilities
Molecular Biology & Genetic Engineering Facilities
The department has a strong research focus on marine-derived bioactive compounds, algae-based therapeutics, marine microbial products, and coastal biodiversity applications.
Microbiology & Sterile Culture Facilities
Microbiology & Sterile Culture Facilities
Biochemistry & Analytical Instrumentation
Sample Processing & Storage Facilities
General Laboratory Utilities
- Hot Air Oven
- Water Bath
- Microwave Oven
- Vacuum Pump Systems
Academic & Research Support
These facilities support:
- Molecular Biology and Recombinant DNA Technology
- Microbiology and Fermentation Technology
- Biochemistry and Analytical Techniques
- Immunology and Protein Analysis
- Plant and Animal Biotechnology
- Research Projects and Student Training
- Skill Development and Industry-Oriented Practical Exposure
The department is committed to providing hands-on laboratory training aligned with current industrial and research standards in Biotechnology and Life Sciences.
Research
The School of Biological Sciences at Mohamed Sathak College of Arts & Science (MSCAS) is actively engaged in multidisciplinary and translational research spanning biotechnology, microbiology, biomedical sciences, food technology, environmental biotechnology, nanobiotechnology, molecular biology, cancer biology, marine biotechnology, and computational biosciences. The department promotes a research-oriented academic ecosystem that integrates fundamental biological sciences with emerging technological innovations to address contemporary challenges in healthcare, environment, agriculture, food systems, and industrial biotechnology.
The faculty members contribute significantly through funded research, high-impact publications, patents, conference proceedings, book chapters, collaborative research activities, and student-guided projects. The department’s research culture emphasizes innovation, sustainability, translational science, and industry relevance.
Marine Biotechnology & Natural Product Research
The department has a strong research focus on marine-derived bioactive compounds, algae-based therapeutics, marine microbial products, and coastal biodiversity applications.
- Isolation and characterization of marine bioactive metabolites
- Antioxidant and anticancer properties of marine polysaccharides
- Marine algae-based biomedical applications
- Marine microbial biotechnology
- Mosquito control and marine-derived therapeutic compounds
- Toxicological evaluation of marine organisms and metabolites
Faculty members such as Dr. M. Syed Ali and Dr. N. Yogananth contribute significantly to marine biotechnology research involving fucoidan, mangrove bioactives, marine microbes, and zebrafish regeneration models.
Cancer Biology & Biomedical Research
The department actively pursues research in cancer therapeutics, apoptosis studies, molecular docking, herbal anticancer compounds, and translational biomedical sciences.
- Anticancer activity of phytocompounds
- Molecular docking and computational therapeutics
- Cancer cell line studies
- Functional biomolecules against breast and colon cancer
- Natural product-mediated apoptosis
Nanobiotechnology & Diagnostic Research
The department has emerging expertise in nanotechnology-driven biomedical applications, nanomaterials synthesis, and diagnostic technologies.
- Quantum dots for imaging and diagnostics
- Biomedical nanotechnology
- Nanoparticle synthesis and toxicity assessment
- MRI imaging applications
- Nano-enabled therapeutic systems
- Nanotechnology in cancer diagnosis
Food Biotechnology & Functional Foods
Research in food biotechnology addresses sustainable food systems, nutraceuticals, low-fat food technologies, food-grade biomaterials, and food safety innovations.
- Functional food development
- Low-calorie and sustainable food products
- Protein–polysaccharide interactions
- Bioaerogels and eutectogel systems
- Food emulsifiers and fat replacers
- Food biosensors and pathogen detection
- Chocolate formulation and food material science
Environmental Biotechnology & Toxicology
Environmental sustainability forms a major component of the department’s research agenda.
- Environmental toxicology
- Industrial effluent bioremediation
- Water quality analysis
- Bioconcrete and eco-friendly biomaterials
- Biofertilizers and microbial applications
- Environmental microbiology
- Dye degradation and pollutant remediation
Molecular Biology, Genetics & Cell Biology
The department maintains active research involvement in molecular and cellular biosciences.
- DNA and protein analysis
- Cell culture and cell line maintenance
- Molecular genetics
- Immunology and immunoassays
- Gene expression studies
- Cytotoxicity and genotoxicity analysis
- Stem cell and regenerative biology
Computational Biology, Bioinformatics & Artificial Intelligence
Recognizing the growing impact of computational sciences in biology, the department is expanding research activities in advanced interdisciplinary domains.
- Bioinformatics
- Computational biology
- Artificial intelligence in biological sciences
- Drug discovery informatics
- Molecular docking
- Medical image analysis
- AI-assisted biological data interpretation
Microbial Technology & Industrial Biotechnology
Research in microbiology and industrial biotechnology focuses on translational and industrially relevant microbial applications.
- Probiotics and microbial therapeutics
- Biosurfactant production
- Fermentation technology
- Industrial microbial products
- Mushroom cultivation and biofertilizer production
- Microbial bioplastics
- Applied microbiology
Research Ecosystem & Scholarly Contributions
The department has developed a vibrant research ecosystem through conferences, interdisciplinary workshops, collaborative research, student mentoring, and industry-oriented training.
- International and national conferences
- Interdisciplinary workshops
- Research collaborations
- Book publications and edited volumes
- Student research mentoring
- Scopus and Web of Science indexed publications
- Industry-oriented research training
- Patents and book chapters
- Research guidance for postgraduate and doctoral scholars
- Editorial and reviewer roles in scientific journals
The department continuously strives to nurture innovation, scientific temperament, and translational research competencies among students and researchers, thereby contributing meaningfully to the advancement of biological sciences and biotechnology.
Rank Holders
Post Graduate and Research Department of Biotechnology
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Academic Year Student Name Class Rank 2021-2022 Mrs. Umaira Nasreen M.Sc 6 2019-2021 Mr. Balaguranath M.Sc 5 2019-2021 Ms. Mohanapriya M.Sc 9 2019-2021 Mr. Mohamed Mahathir B.Sc 6 2019-2021 Ms. Arshia Parveen B.Sc 10 2017-2019 Ms. K. Ananthi M.Sc 6 2017-2019 Ms. R. Mahalakshmi M.Sc 8 2016-2018 Ms. Rohini M M.Sc 11 2021-2022 Ms. Sangeetha R M.Sc 15 2015-2018 Mrs. Nishara S B.Sc 13 2015-2018 Mrs. Sumaiya B.Sc 19 2014-2016 Ms. Samanjit Kaur M.Sc 3 2013-2016 Mrs. Asha Mariyam B.Sc 2 2013-2015 Ms. Sathya M.Sc 15 2013-2015 Mrs. Akhila M.Sc 10 2010-2013 Mrs. K. G. Gayathri B.Sc 10 2010-2012 Mrs. J. Rekha B.Sc 1 2009-2011 Mrs. J. Sridevi M.Sc 6 2008-2010 Mrs. Omita Vengkhom M.Sc 6 2009-2010 Mr. R. Jana B.Sc 3 2007-2009 Mr. R. Raghu M.Sc 10 2006-2008 Mrs. Jannathul Ferthous M.Sc 9 2001-2003 Ms. S. Jayasri M.Sc 1
NEWS & EVENTS
Student Activities
Co Curricular Activities
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Programme offered
Ph.D. - Biotechnology
Part-Time/ Full-Time
Duration:
3 years
Eligibility:
A master degree in Biotechnology / Microbiology/Biochemistry/Botany/Zoology with 55% marks in qualifying examination.
Career Opportunities:
Assistant Professor, Researcher, Human Resource manager, Analysist, Entrepreneurs etc.,
Advisory Board (DAB)
The Department Advisory Board (DAB) has been framed with the objective of suggesting improvement in academic plans and encourage for industry – institute interactions to bridge up curriculum / industry gap and suggest qualify improvement initiatives to enhance employability.
The DAB is framed of members from eminent Institutions as well as members from Industry, Alumni, Students and Faculty of the department. The present composition of the DAB is as follows.
| Name of the Member | Designation |
| Dr. M. Syed Ali | Chairperson /HOD |
| Department Faculties | |
| Mrs. Nasreen Najeeb | Member |
| Dr. N. Yogananth | Member |
| Dr. G. Priya | Member |
| Dr. P. Priyadarshini | Member |
| Mrs. E. Anjukam | Member |
| Dr. R. Deepapriya | Member |
| External Academicians | |
| Dr. K. Kathiravan | Professsor and Head, Department of Biotechnology, University of Madras, Guindy campus,Chennai |
| Dr. E. Noorjahan | Professor, Department of Zoology and Advanced Biotechnology, JBAS, Chennai |
| Dr. R. Murali | Associate Profeesor, Department of Botany, Govt Arts College for Men, Nandanam, Chennai |
| Dr. R. Muthezhilan | Controller of Examination, AMET University, Kanathur, Chennai |
| Industrialists | |
| Mrs. Neethu vibin | Asst Manager, Technical support, REGENIX DRUGS, Chennai |
| Mrs. R.K. Jannani | Rigel Spices, The food corp, Chennai |
| Alumni | |
| Mr. Abishek Rajan | Junior Cytogeneticist, Perkin Elmer health and science, Chennai |
| Mr. Sethuraman M | Senior Enbryologist, Jeevan Mithra Ferlity Centre, Chennai |
| Students Representatives | |
| Ms. Aysha Saffrin | II M.Sc |
| Mr. Mohamed Ashik | III B.Sc |
| Mr. Nithiswaran | III B.Sc |
| Ms. Varsha | II B.Sc |
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