About the Program
This talk introduces first-year Biotechnology students to natural products, their sources, and applications in medicine, agriculture, food, and industry. It highlights bioactive compounds from plants and microorganisms and their role in drug discovery and sustainable biotechnology. The programme also encourages students to explore research opportunities in this field.
Objectives of the Program
- To introduce students to the concept and classification of natural products.
- To explain the sources and biological significance of natural compounds.
- To motivate students toward research and innovation in natural product biotechnology.
Expected Outcomes of the Program
- Define natural products and identify their major sources.
- Describe basic applications of natural products in medicine, food, and agriculture.
- Gain awareness of extraction and screening methods used in natural product research.
Committee Members
- Dr. C K Marigowda, Principal, AIT
- Dr. Rajanna K R, Dean- Students Affairs, AIT
- Dr. Mahesh S.S, First Year Coordinator Physics cycle, AIT
- Dr. Satish K, Head, Dept of Chemistry & First Year Coordinator, AIT
- Dr. Kavyashree D, Assoc. Professor and Head, Dept. of Physics, AIT
- Dr. Gokul Krishna. B, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Physics
- Dr. Ashalatha, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Biotechnology
Resource Person
Dr. Raghavendra P Rao
Designation: Senior Principal Scientist (AGM)
The Himalaya Drug company,Bengaluru