Research Poster Exhibition New Approaches and Concepts in Microbiology

Aims/ Objective/ purpose of event :

The main reason behind organising such science exhibitions or science fairs is to provide a platform to students where they can implement the various scientific theories/methods through various projects/models.

Detail Of The Event:

On 21 February 2024,  Department of Microbiology organized a poster exhibition program on our university premises . The vice chancellor, Shakeel Ahmed Khan  of saleem habib university   and The Dean of Biological Sciences, Aqeel Ahmed were our chief guest on this peculiar day . This poster exhibition   was named “New Approaches and Concepts in Microbiology”. The program started with recitation of verses of holy quran at 10:00 am followed by national anthem.

Summary:

On 21 February 2024,  Department of Microbiology organized a poster exhibition program on our university premises . The  Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor and all faculty members were present at the exhibition. Students from BS IV   participated in the event and the exhibition was open to students from whole university  and other college as well. Students presented different types of posters which were related to different branches of Microbiology like molecular posters, clinical posters, food posters, etc. Our Honorable Chief Guests along all faculty members  surveyed the entire exhibition and also took details from the Respective Students about each of their research project. Simultaneously, the people at the exhibition also thoroughly enjoyed the event. After that our chief guests gave a motivational speech on how technology made things more efficient and also told us that there are unlimited opportunities in the field of science. Along with this he also distributed prizes to those students who had made very good posters and also explained their posters well. In the end, the chancellor Sir  Wajeeh Ud Din also gave a speech and thanked everyone for participating in this science exhibition event.

Important Highlight

Chief Guests Introduction

Prof. Shakeel Ahmed Khan:

His  basic degree was in Microbiology from the University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan. Later, obtained a Ph. D in Biochemistry and Applied Molecular Biology form University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST), Manchester, United Kingdom.

Started  academic career from the Department of Microbiology, University of Karachi and retired from the same department as a Professor . After retirement, joined Salim Habib University . Currently serving as Vice-chancellor, Salim Habib University, Karachi.

Prof. Aqeel Ahmad:

He was associated with the Department of Microbiology, University of Karachi. He  has supervised many Masters/M. Phil & PhD students. Published severtal research articles in well reputed national and international journals. Currently serving as Dean of Biological Science, Salim Habib University, Karachi.

Marketing material used:

Boards, Posters etc.

Event Outcome:

Presenting a poster on research day highlights the outcomes of student research activities. Poster presentations  promote student research efforts, sharpen student presentation skills and lead to increased visibility within the research community.