Biochemistry

Department | Biochemistry

PG & Research Department of Biochemistry

Overview

The Department of Biochemistry was established in the academic year 1995-96, initially offering a three-year Undergraduate programme with an intake of 50 students. The department expanded its academic offerings with the introduction of a Post Graduate programme in 1999, followed by the commencement of research activities in 2003.

Biochemistry is the study of the chemical processes and substances that occur in living organisms, playing a crucial role in the functioning of all life forms. This field is integral to a variety of industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, clinical laboratories, agriculture, agribusiness, veterinary medicine, and entrepreneurship. The department’s curriculum is meticulously designed to equip students with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for success in these diverse fields.

The Biochemistry Department is an innovative and forward-thinking division of the college, consisting of accomplished faculty, research scholars, and dedicated students. It is a key pillar of the institution, committed to achieving excellence in both research and education. The department adopts a holistic approach, understanding that groundbreaking discoveries will likely arise at the intersection of traditional biological disciplines. With a team of highly skilled, passionate, and competent faculty members, the department boasts an outstanding academic track record, including numerous University ranks, significant publications, and presentations at national and international conferences, seminars, and journals. Additionally, the department has successfully secured funding for research projects from prestigious organizations like DST, UGC, EDII, and TNSCST.

The department is deeply committed to the academic, professional, and personal growth of its students and researchers. Through fostering scientific inquiry, critical thinking, problem-solving, and active learning, it aims to empower students to make significant contributions to the field. Career counseling and placement services are provided to guide students toward remarkable career paths. The department is also well-equipped with two separate, state-of-the-art, air-conditioned laboratories, housing sophisticated instruments to support the needs of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs.

Motto:
“Life Science, Knowledge, Development and Innovation” “Biochemistry is the Science of life”
Vision and Mission

Our vision is to develop the Biochemistry through Bharathidasan College of Arts and Science, Erode into a Centre for Excellence in teaching, research and extension activities in the various subjects of Life Sciences Vision of the Department is to strive to impart value-based education to create innovations and to uplift the rural youth to meet the challenge of the Global Society. Mission of the college is to provide job oriented education, to improve professional skills, to give Training and research facilities, to create an agreeable environment for rural youth to enrich their capabilities and make them as responsible citizens by providing Ethical, Moral and Social values. To develop human and environmental health through research and education.

List of Faculty Members
Name Qualification Designation Profile
Dr.S.Selvi M.Sc., PGDBI., M.Phil., Ph.D., B.Ed.,  Associate Professor & Head Link
Dr.J.Dhanalakshmi M.Sc., M.Sc(Psy)., M.Phil., Ph.D. Assistant Professor Link
Dr.S.Sheeladevi M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., Assistant Professor Link
Ms.R.Menagadevi M.Sc., Assistant Professor Link
Programme Offered

Eligibility: B.Sc Biochemistry

H.S.C. Passed with Physics/ Botany / Chemistry / Zoology / Biology / Nursing / Microbiology/ Bio Chemistry / Home Science or Diploma in Pharmacy / Pharmacology

Duration: 3 Years

Strength: 50

Eligibility: M.Sc Biochemistry

Duration:2 Years

Strengt:30

Eligibility: Ph.D. Biochemistry

The candidates should have passed a post-graduate degree course either with SSLC + HSC + UG +PG (i.e., 10 + 2 + 3 + 2) or with 10-years SSLC + 3 years Diploma + 2 years UG degree + 2 years PG (i.e., 10 + 3 + 2 + 2). Thus, only the candidates possessing a PG degree with 17 years of total duration of study alone are eligible for admission to the Ph. D., programme.

Admission: Through NET/INSPIRE or through Common Entrance Test (CET) entrance exam conducted by the Bharathiar University followed by an interview.

Achievements

The PG and Research Department of Biochemistry a good academic achievements to name few

Funded Research project – By Faculty Members
S.No Name of the Faculty Title of the Project Funding Agency Fund received
01 Dr.Selvi.S Developing Student Entrepreneurial Opportunities Through Vermicomposting of Vegetable Market waste in Erode Town UGC, New Delhi Rs.3,00,000/
02 Dr.Dhanalakshmi Apoptotic Induction of Ethanolic Extract of Tribulus Terrestris on Hela Cell Lines UGC, New Delhi Rs.1,80,000/
Funded Research project – By Students
S.No Name of the Student Name of the Guide Title of the Project Funding Agency Fund received
01 G.Dhiveyabharathi Dr.S.Sheeladevi Production of bio fuel by using Waste Cooking Oil and Magnesium ions (Mg2+) from calendula (pot marigold) leaves TNSCST, Chennai Rs.7,500/
02 N. Mohankumar Ms.D.Joymerlin Anaerobic codigestion of food waste, vegetable and fruit waste and weeds for the Biogas Production & ES-052 TNSCST, Chennai Rs.7,500/
03 S.Gangatharan Dr.S. Savithri Ecofriendly treatment and synthesis of organic manure from Biomedical waste by using local market vegetable and fruit waste TNSCST, Chennai Rs.7,500/

The Department had organised several Conferences, Seminars and Workshop funded by DST-NewDelhi, EDII- Ahamadabed, Indian Academy of Sciences and TNSCST- Chennai.