Kristu Jayanti College, Bengaluru

Best Practices

Periodic Microbial Analysis of potable water in the campus
Transferring technology from lab to field – students are trained to train farmers in the use of biofertilizers for crop improvement and soil reclamation
Research projects & publication
VIGNANAMANTHAN
Award Seminars: Post-graduate students present and discuss latest scientific topics & research articles
AEP & KEP enhance aptitude and prepares students for competitive exams.

2025 - 2026

Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Programme - 2025-26
Date: 15 to 17 July 2025
The Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Programme for II Year M.Sc. students of Biochemistry (BC), Microbiology (MB), and Biotechnology (BT) was conducted from 15th to 17th July 2025 by the Department of Life Sciences. The sessions aimed to reinforce lab safety, accuracy, and ethical responsibility through hands-on training in discipline-specific laboratories.

On 15th July, M.Sc. Biochemistry students attended sessions in the BC and PG BC Labs under Dr. Malathi R and Dr. Jerrina Pinto, covering Biochemistry and Microbiology lab practices respectively. Simultaneously, M.Sc. Microbiology students were trained by Dr. Elcey C D, Dr. C M Reena Josephine, and Dr. Amritha across MB, PG MB, and Genetics Labs on Microbiology lab practices. M.Sc. Biotechnology students also participated in sessions led by Dr. Sivagamasundari U, Dr. Dileep Francis, and Dr. Roopa in PG BT, Research, and BC Labs, focusing on Biotechnology lab protocols. The final session for M.Sc. BC students was held on 17th July with Dr. Lakshmi Garimella and Dr. Malathi R conducting microbiology and biochemistry modules respectively.

Across all sessions, key Do’s and Don’ts were emphasized. In Biochemistry labs, students were instructed to calibrate instruments, wear gloves, and label reagents properly, while avoiding mouth pipetting or improper disposal of chemicals. In Microbiology labs, focus was on aseptic techniques, sterilization, and proper waste segregation, with clear warnings against eating, drinking, or exposing cultures. In Biotechnology labs, students practiced sterile techniques, accurate pipetting, and data documentation, while avoiding contamination, reagent mishandling, and unauthorized equipment use. Overall, the programme provided a comprehensive understanding of GLP principles, preparing students for advanced academic and research work.