Nagaland University students, accompanied by Prof. Pranav Kumar Prabhakar, HoD, Department of Biotechnology, during the National Training Programme on Quality Control of Biologicals at NIB, Noida. (Photo Courtesy: NU)
Kohima, March 23 (MExN): Students of Nagaland University attended a two-week National Skill Development and Hands-on Training Programme on Quality Control of Biologicals, conducted at the National Institute of Biologicals under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare from March 9 to 20.
A total of ten postgraduate students from the Department of Biotechnology, Nagaland University, accompanied by Prof Pranav Kumar Prabhakar, Head of the Department, participated in the programme along with students from Mizoram University. The training aimed to strengthen practical knowledge and technical skills in the field of quality control of biological products, a critical component of modern healthcare and the biopharmaceutical industry.
The programme featured a structured combination of expert lectures and intensive hands-on laboratory sessions. Participants were introduced to key areas such as Laboratory Quality Management Systems (LQMS), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), biosafety guidelines, regulatory requirements for biologicals and biosimilars, molecular diagnostics, and recombinant DNA technology.
Advanced topics, including CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing and therapeutic applications of monoclonal antibodies, were also covered.
During the training, students gained hands-on experience in state-of-the-art laboratories, including vaccine and antisera testing, immunodiagnostics, molecular diagnostics, in-vivo bioassay, biochemical kit evaluation, and bacterial endotoxin testing. They were also exposed to advanced analytical techniques such as High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC), electrophoresis, and cell culture, further enhancing their practical competencies.
The programme commenced with an inaugural session and concluded with a valedictory ceremony at NIB, where participants reflected on their learning experiences. The students stated that the training significantly enriched their understanding of real-world laboratory practices and helped bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
Nagaland University appreciated the efforts of the National Institute of Biologicals for organising the comprehensive training programme and reiterated its commitment to promoting skill development, research excellence, and industry-relevant education among its students.
