If you want to discover what Biotechnology is all about, you are at the right place. We at St Joseph's have established state-of-the-art laboratories, supported by a strong curriculum. Our students are offered organised lectures, innovatively designed practical sessions, interesting lesson plans, self-learning activities, science-based co-curricular activities, credit courses, workshops, and International collaborative courses. All in all, this makes Biotechnology learning fun and helps our students integrate this into future careers. We have come 20 years since inception and have been funded by the DBT (Dept. of Biotechnology, Government of India) Star College scheme since 2014 and have been elevated to Star College Status grants in 2018. The Department is also funded by the Govt of Karnataka Vision Group for Science and Technology (VGST) through the Centre of Innovation in Science, Engineering and Education (CISEE) Grant’s project to augment science teaching at the undergraduate level. The laboratory is well equipped to conduct research in microbial screening and identification, plant phytochemistry, plant tissue culture, molecular marker technology, Drosophila-based assays and Bioinformatics. Our staff are highly accomplished and dedicated in supporting our students' learning needs. We strongly believe in focusing our students on target-oriented learning outcomes. Our postgraduate programme has an exclusive curriculum. If your dream is to fulfil a journey from an undergraduate to a postgraduate Biotechnologist, we would love to have you here.
Dean’s message:
At the School of Life Sciences, St Joseph's University, we believe in the power of asking questions. Questions that stem from observing and pondering about the world around us, questions about biomolecules and ecosystems, questions that continue to nurture curiosity, imagination, and a spirit of exploration.
Our mission is to spark a lasting interest and joy in learning, discovery and research, while equipping students with the skills and confidence to excel in academia, industry, and society. We strive to create an environment that is intellectually engaging, collaborative, and supportive - one that helps every student to continue asking interesting questions, and forge meaningful paths.
The School of Life Sciences is an interdisciplinary centre focusing on fundamental biology and applied fields. It comprises the Departments of Botany, Zoology, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Food Science and Technology, and Biology. The School offers highly ranked graduate and postgraduate programs deeply rooted in scientific and rational pedagogical approaches.
Learning at the School of Life Sciences extends far beyond classroom lectures and textbooks. Our faculty are trained in research-based pedagogical approaches, and ensure that the learning experience is holistic and relevant. Our programs are designed with a strong emphasis on experiential learning: hands-on practical training, interactive lectures, field-based learning, research-driven projects, regular expert lectures and workshops, and visits to academic and industry labs. Our students participate in International and national level programs like the prestigious DBT-Khorana Program, the Science Academies' Summer Fellowship program, and other fellowships and programs offered by premier research institutions in the country. Combined with the experience gained in our laboratories, these opportunities ensure our graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of both professional and academic careers.
The School also harbours a vibrant research community-from undergraduate through graduate levels- dedicated to fundamental and socially relevant research in life sciences. Our alumni are placed in significant positions in the industry and academia, and make impactful contributions in various spheres, while also sustaining engagement with our programs at the School of Life Sciences.
More on what is happening at the School of Life Sciences, SJU can be found here: School of Life Sciences | LinkedIn
| SL. No. | Name of the Supervisor | Designation | Area of Specialisation | PhD Scholars |
| 1 | Dr Anthony Johnson | Assistant Professor | Area of Specialisation
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| 2 | Dr Susan Mary Philip | Associate Professor | Area of Specialisation
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| 3 | Dr Debarati Chattopadhyay | Assistant Professor | Area of Specialisation
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| 4 | Dr Nishanth M J | Assistant Professor | Area of Specialisation
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| Name of Research Scholar | Date of Enrollment for Coursework at SJU | Area of Research | Title of the Thesis (Provisional) | Link to the Profile of the Supervisor | Status of the Thesis |
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| SHARON SUNIL SAMUEL | 29-07-2024 | - | - | https://www.sju.edu.in/faculty-details/st-joseph-university/biotechnology/MTAwNw== | In Coursework |
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