About
Department of Biological Sciences - A decade of excellence (2007-2020)
The Biological Sciences department hosts a faculty pool from multiple disciplines of biology to give comprehensive knowledge of the field to its students. The aim of the department coincides with the PD Patel Institute of Applied Sciences- "To engage in education and research leading to spread of scientific knowledge for the benefit of society at large".
Vision
" To become a premier department of P. D. Patel Institute of Applied Sciences imparting biological science education with research. "Mission
" To engage in education, research, innovation and promotion of entrepreneurship in biological sciences for the benefit of society "Programmes
Subjects Offered for students of B.Sc., M.Sc. and Phd at Department of Biological Sciences
Biotechnology
Microbiology
Biochemistry
Programme Highlights
Unique Practices
Dedicated, motivated and doctorate faculties
Dedicated fully equipped laboratories for student practical
Students qualifying for GATE, NET and GSET regularly with JRF and SRF
Excellent Student : Teacher ratio
Innovative research based teaching
Regular interaction with visiting scientists
Excellent Industry-Academia partnership
Excellent Wi-Fi and hostel facilities
Partnership with various national and international institutes and universities
Faculties
Laboratories
Tissue/ Cell Culture Lab
Central Instrumentation Lab
Research Laboratories
Government Funded Labs
Computer Lab
Biotechnology laboratories
Microbiology laboratories
Biochemistry laboratories
B.Sc. laboratories
Laboratories - Videos
Testimonials
PDPIAS was one of the first places which helped me discover my passion towards Research. I got to experience cutting edge research and technology in the department itself which helped me gain sufficient practical training. There are faculties from different research backgrounds and all of them aways eager to share their knowledge with us in their best of capabilities. Also, the courses are designed in a way which helped me appear in various national level entrance exams. I am thankful to PDPIAS for giving me the confidence to be able to cope up with the rigors of the international curriculum with ease.
I am indeed lucky for being a part of PDPIAS and I would like to thank all the faculty members for enlightening my knowledge in the Biological Sciences to the great extent. I would not have reached to this stage without support of PDPIAS and CHARUSAT.
The journey of five years in PDPIAS have been truly fruitful for me. I am thankful to all the faculties and staff for constant support and motivation that helped me discover my goal and passion. Also, I am very much grateful to CDPC Cell for generous efforts that helped me achieve my professional goal. The institute has well equipped laboratories along with beautiful infrastructure. The skills, knowledge and the values one acquire here surely leads to the path of success. My best wishes to PDPIAS and CHARUSAT.
CHARUSAT UNIVERSITY is a place where a fresh school-student get the right track towards professional career. I started my journey as a B.Sc. Microbiology student in 2016 at P. D. PATEL INSTITUTE OF APPLIED SCIENCES and ended up in 2021 with M.Sc. Supportive faculties are roots of the institute. Well-equipped laboratory gives hands-on experience of subjects. Along with the core subjects, university has provided the platform for extracurricular activities which helped me in shapping personality. CDPC system of the University provides guidance for the interviews and placement procedures. I will always be thankful to CHARUSAT family.
At PDPIAS, it was one of the best part of my life to enjoy curricular as well as extracurricular activities. I am thankful for PDPIAS, at large CHARUSAT to provide platform to learn and nurture my personal as well as educational/professional skills.
I have pursued my Bachelor and Master in Biotechnology from PDPIAS, CHARUSAT. I firmly believe PDPIAS was an integral part of my tenure as a student and feel privilege to receive knowledge from very talented, cooperating and dedicated faculty members. Student-friendly environment and extensive hands on exposure encourages us to indulge in various training programs, cultural activities, which helps students to wider their horizons. I extend my gratitude to every single person behind my success and will always cherish the unforgettable experience of my college life.
PDPIAS has a profound impact in my academic and professional growth. The faculties discuss each aspect in depth with proper clarity. The hands on training received helped me to clear the technical interview successfully. I also acknowledge training and placement efforts at the Institute for the students. My best wishes with CHARUSAT and PDPIAS for the future development.
I was enrolled in the BSc Biochemistry course at PDPIAS. I was attracted to the Institute by their diverse curriculum. The course, in my opinion, is very well structured, covering multiple topics in sufficient depth. Our professors actively supported my fellow students and me in various laboratory sessions and other activities. The formative years in my undergraduate would prove crucial as I moved to the UK to pursue my MSc. PDPIAS has proven to be a centre of excellent education with the help of an amazing team of faculty and ever-improving infrastructure.
The Department has provided with strong academic and practical ground which helped to boost the career. Faculty members and staff have given necessary support and has helped at every step to groom the students for better future. Students are also provided with latest lab technologies and were encouraged to think out of the box. We are proud to have been trained not only academically but also to leave a mark in corporate world.
Department of Biotechnology at PDPIAS provides a great platform for students to ignite their curiosity in science and technology and guide them to choose a carrier of their interest. Effective ways to communicate with students and deliver knowledge makes the department unique in its own way. Training and encouragement by faculties not only help to excel academics but also National level entrance exams.
Joining PDPIAS specially the Department of Biological Sciences has been fundamentally stepping stone of the my dream to be a microbiologist. The elite professors of PDPIAS’s biology department provided me with amazing tutoring, research atmosphere and educational opportunities throughout 2 years. They made me rediscovered my own passion and fall in love with the field in completely different way. My experience in classes enabled one-on-one communication between students and professors, creating a nurturing and caring atmosphere.
I have been with Microbiology department since five years. During this course of time, hands down training and support of this department had given profound impact on my academic and professional skills. The faculties discuss each aspect comprehensively which gives transparency to each aspect. The support and help of other staff members groomed the students. This department is extremely adaptive to adapt new ways of learning. The department is facilitated with latest technologies which enhances students skills and help them to think globally. We are extremely proud that we have been trained by this department.
PDPIAS provides a friendly environment to learn and progress in life. The professors, laboratories and infrastructure nurtured me to build a career in the industry. I would like to thank the Institute for their efforts for this opportunity
Alumni Association
PDPIAS ALUMNI CHAPTER, CHARUSAT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, Registration No. F/1819/Anand.
Contact: Ph: 02697-26-5192
Email: alumnipdpias@charusat.ac.in
Web: https://charusatalumni.org/
Research
Training, Placements & Incubations
Training partners: DST, INSA, CCMB, IISc, GSBTM, State agriculture universities, CSMCRI and many more
Student exchange programmes: AIESEC (provides international trainings at 127 countries); University of Harrisburg, Penn, USA.
Entrepreneurship initiatives: Student teams selected for BEST programme (ABLE) in top 20 National teams, SSIP-Incubation of student research (two teams) idea by providing grant of ₹ 2 Lakh to students project
Extracurricular activities
Field Visits
Plant tissue culture units, Industries (Fermentation, Dairy and Pharma industries)
Recreational Activities
NSS, AIESEC and Quiz competitions (national and State level)
Activities
Industrial Visits
Activities
Spoural
Activities
Spoural