The Department of Biotechnology, Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute organized a Guest Lecture on the topic “Evolution of Microbes” held on 8.09.2021 which was conducted through Google Meet .The Eminent speaker of this session was *Dr. C. Priya M.Tech., Ph. D Assistant Professor , Department of Biotechnology at Dr. MGR Educational & Research Institute * .In deep , the Eminent speaker discussed around the context of the Microbial evolution that refers to the genetically driven changes that occur in microorganisms and that are retained over time. Some microbial changes can be in response to a selective pressure. The best examples of this are the various changes that can occur in bacteria in response to the presence of antibiotics & some history. He also emphasized on the wide variety of topics to be researched upon and studied as a part of graduate program and The Students asked 4 to 5 questions & doubts in the related topic and the all doubts are clearly , detailly explained by our beloved guest Dr. C. Priya.
The event was organized by Mrs. P.S.Deepalakshmi Assistant Professor and Mrs. V.Shanmuga Priya, Assistant Professor (Conveyor) . We would like to thank Dr. Rajeswary Hari, HOD IBT for her constant support throughout the guest lecture, and the Office bearers for their timely co-operation. In the events the Welcome Address Was given by our B. Tech Biotechnology 3rd year student D. Sneha and the Vote of thanks was given by our B. Tech Biotechnology 3rd year student P.Pranav. The event was inundated with the our ever-inquisitive students and staffs with substantially accelerated appetite for knowledge.
On behalf of Department of Biotechnology, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our Honourable President Er. A.C.S. Arun Kumar for granting us permission to organize this event.