Student Visit to GADVASU’s College of Animal Biotechnology Ignites Interest in Biotechnological Advancements

[Ludhiana, 9 th August, 2023] – 16 students of B.Sc. (honours) Biotechnology (II nd year) along
with two faculty members of Department of Biotechnology, from Khalsa College for
Women, Civil Lines, Ludhiana, embarked on a captivating journey into the realm of cutting-
edge biotechnology during their visit to the College of Animal Biotechnology at Guru Angad
Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU). Ludhiana. The visit, which
took place on 8 th August, 2023, provided an insightful opportunity for the students to explore
diverse areas of animal biotechnology, including stem cell research, viral vaccine production,
virus isolation, animal genomics and bioinformatics.
Dr Satparkash Singh, Dr. Ratan K. Choudhary, Dr. C.S. Mukhopadhyay, Dr Manu M. and
Dr. Simrinder Sodhi under the able guidance of the Dean, CoABT, Dr. Y.P.S. Malik, held
informative interactions with the students regarding their respective areas of research. During
interactive sessions, the students gained insights into the practical applications of
biotechnology in the fields of animal health improvement and livestock enhancement.
The visit left an indelible impression on the students, igniting profound interest in the
potential of research areas in the field of animal biotechnology.