Biochemistry

Biochemistry also referred as Biological Chemistry, is the study of how inanimate and non-living molecules get together to constitute, maintain and perpetuate life. This study isbeneficial in understanding the basic functions of the living body including human at the cellular and molecular level and also in finding remedies for a variety of ailments. Biochemists can understand and solve biological problems. Biochemistry has many new frontiers today. Well-qualified and trained biochemists are in huge demand, and could secure job opportunities in Life Science and Research Laboratories, Quality Control laboratories, Teaching, Government and Private Sectors Globally. The department has a state-of-the-art laboratory with modern equipment like Micro Centrifuge, UV Spectrophotometer and Clinical Biochemistry Analyzer all of which enable the students to carry out basic research activities under the guidance of the highly experienced faculty members. 

The department organizes International and National Conferences, Workshops and Guest Lectures by eminent experts from various academic, research institutes and other organizations to provide exposure to the students. Field visits to industries and research institutes and value-added technical programs are regularly organized. Students are encouraged to attend various International, National and State level seminars, conferences, workshops and symposia and to present papers and participate in various events.

The department arranges industrial visits and internships with several reputed institutes like Pasteur Institute of India, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, South India Textile Research Association, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Institute of Forest Genetics and Tree Breeding, Salim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History, Bionome, Sugarcane Breeding Institute, Cotton Research Institute, Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Central Food Technological Research Institute and Dr Reddy’s Laboratories.