About VIT University VIT University, one of the premier institutes in India, established in 1984. VIT is the first educational institution in India to get ISO 9002 certified by the DNV of The Netherlands and accreditation from IEE (UK). Further it has also been accredited by NBA (AICTE) and NAAC (UGC). Mission of VIT is to educate students from all over India, including those from the local and rural areas, and from other countries, so that they become enlightened individuals, improving the living standards of their families, industries and society. It provides individual attention, world‐class quality education and takes care of character building. The University was established with the aim of providing quality higher education on par with international standards dedicated to provide excellence in teaching, research and service. Our Memoranda of Understanding with various international universities are our major strength. It also provides an opportunity for students and faculty exchange programs with international universities to encourage joint research collaborations for mutual benefit. The campus has a cosmopolitan atmosphere with students from all parts of the globe. The latest CAL Curriculum offered in the University covers the latest developments in the respective discipline with focus on student projects and designed based on market needs, whereby employability, developing skills as entrepreneur and grooming students as young scientists are major priorities. The university offers 19 Undergraduate, 34 Post graduate, 2 Integrated and 4 Research programs in 10 schools. University is also rising ahead in the number of publications along with-index of 57. Research centers are also part of the schools, encouraging inter departmental collaboration and opportunity for students to participate in exciting research projects in Automotive research, Crystal research, Nanotechnology, Nano-biotechnology, Bio-separation Technology and Biomaterials.

School of Bio Sciences and Technology (SBST) SBST offers B. Tech., M. Tech., M. Sc., and Ph. D. programs in Biotechnology and many other allied areas. SBST has adequate infrastructure and skilled faculty members for carrying out teaching, research and developmental activities in different areas of Biotechnology. Major areas of research include Molecular Genetics, Clinical Genetics, Plant Biotechnology, Microbiology and Microbial Technology, Cancer Biology, Bioinformatics, Bioprocess Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Biotechnology and Immuno-biotechnology. The school has received funded projects worth of more than 10 crores from various funding agencies DBT, DRDO, and DST as well as from core industries. The major facilities include RT-PCR, ELISA, High speed Cooling Centrifuge, HPLC, Inverted microscope, Nano drop circular dichroism, Scanning electron microscope, fluorescence microscope, cell culture and animal house.

Department of Biomedical Sciences Two year M.Sc. Biomedical Genetics program equips students to understand the genetic basis of diseases and to develop the clinical and laboratory skills. Students willing to opt M.Sc. Biomedical Genetics with Specialization in Genetic Counselling has a unique course work which includes clinical rotations in hospitals for 12 weeks . Two year M.Sc. Applied Microbiology Program offers in depth knowledge in functioning of Microorganisms and application in day to day life

About DNA Day April 25th, 1953 marked the discovery of DNA, which was one of the most important landmarks that opened new dimensions of understanding the basis of all lifeforms. In 1953, the outstanding work of James Watson, Francis Crick, Maurice Wilkins, Rosalind Franklin and colleagues forever etched this milestone in the path of novel and innovative explorations. To commemorate the momentous occasion of World DNA Day the Department of Biomedical Sciences, VIT University Vellore is organizing 4th DNA Day 2017, on the 4th and 5th March 2017 (Saturday – Sunday). Our aim is to bring together the brightest young minds and to further explore the world of science and evolve into visionaries. DAY 1 (4th March 2017)

Inauguration of 4th National DNA Day 2017

Scientific session

Events:

ePoster presentations

JAM

Biological songs

Brainy wizard-Quiz

Treasure hunt

Do It Paperly - Paper art-paper modelling

Doodling

Mutate-Turn the table

Face painting

DAY 2 (5th March 2017)

DNA Workshop—Hands -on Experiments

Scientific session

Valedictory We would like you to be a part of this wonderful journey and impart the significance of this day at VIT University, Vellore. .

Organizing Committee

Chief Patron Dr. G. Viswanathan Chancellor VIT University

Patrons Shri. Sankar Viswanathan Vice President

Dr. Sekar Viswanathan Vice President

Shri. G. V. Selvam Vice President

Dr. Anand A. Samuel Vice Chancellor

Dr. S. Narayanan Pro-Vice Chancellor

Dr. V. Raju Pro-Vice Chancellor

Chairman Dr. K.M. Gothandam Dean, SBST

Co-Chairman Dr. V. Mohanasrinivasan Head, Dept. of Biomedical Sciences, SBST

Convenors Dr. Radha Saraswathy SBST

Dr. V.G. Abilash SBST

Organizing secretaries

Dr. P. K. Suresh

Dr. S. Asha Devi

Dr. E. P. Sabina

Faculty, Research Associates & Student Organizers

Registration Fees:

Registration: Rs. 350/-

(kit + lunch for both days)

For details regarding the registration/

accommodation/ other charges visit

www.vitdnaday.yolasite.com

Facebook.com/DNAday2017

Or

Reach us at dna.day2017@gmail.com

Contact us

Meghana 7899053165

Ketaki 9890190157

Mayur 8939355589

Mohanapriya 9500903948

Anusha 7285948913

4thNational DNA Day 2017

Symposium cum Workshop

“Explore. Evolve. Emblaze”

Organized by

Dept. of Biomedical Sciences,

SBST, VIT University

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