MOHALI, July 15— The Department of Biotechnology at Chandigarh College of Technology (CCT), CGC Landran, in collaboration with the Punjab Biotechnology Incubator (PBTI), successfully wrapped up a ten-day summer course focused on Food Quality, Water Safety and Nanotechnology Applications in Wastewater Treatment.
Held across both CGC Landran and PBTI Mohali, the intensive program offered biotechnology students a rigorous blend of theory and hands-on training to press environmental and public health challenges. Students at CCT explored the synthesis of silver nanoparticles and their application in countering heavy metal toxicity in wastewater—an increasingly urgent concern in environmental science. These sessions were led by Dr. Abhinoy Kishore, Dr. Ranju Rathore, and Dr. Suksham Pal from CCT’s Biotechnology Department.
At PBTI, participants received expert instruction in water and food safety testing, including detection of E. coli and coliforms, alongside practical training on advanced analytical instruments like ICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer), LC-MS (Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry), and GC-FID (Gas Chromatography-Flame Ionization Detector).
The curriculum focuses on experiential learning, featuring live demonstrations, interactive sessions, quizzes, and lab-based challenges designed to strengthen analytical thinking and technical skills.
“This summer course underlines that collaborations like this not only equip students with advanced scientific knowledge but also align them with the practical demands of the biotechnology industry,” said Dr. Palki Sahib Kaur, Director-Principal of CCT, CGC Landran. “Such initiatives help us nurture industry-ready biotechnologists capable of contributing to society in meaningful ways.”
The valedictory session was attended by Dr. Ajit Dua, CEO of PBTI, and Dr. Gurpreet Kaur, Head of Biotechnology at CCT. Both underscored the critical role of interdisciplinary training and academic-industry partnerships in tackling challenges related to environmental sustainability and public health.
The course concluded with a certificate distribution ceremony, celebrating not just the students’ accomplishments but also the collaborative spirit that powered the program.
