28/09/2026
Celebrating International Microorganism Day 2026! โจ
On 17th September 2026, the Department of Biosciences, JIS University celebrated International Microorganism Day 2026 with great enthusiasm and scientific spirit. The event was organised collaboratively by the Departmental Science Club NUCLEUS and the Departmental Arts Club ASTRUM.
๐จ๐ฌ Rangoli Competition | โMICROBES TO MACHINE: Science Meeting Creationโ
The celebration featured a vibrant Rangoli Competition inspired by the theme โMICROBES TO MACHINE: Science Meeting Creation.โ Participants beautifully brought together scientific concepts, technology, innovation, creativity, imagination, and artistic expression, demonstrating how science can inspire art in fascinating ways.
๐ฑ๐ Scientific Talk on Food Sustainability
The event was further enriched by an insightful scientific talk on โScope of Hybrid Seed Production of Cereals, Oilseeds and Vegetables for Food Sustainability in West Bengalโ, delivered by Professor Sukanta Dasgupta, Dean, Department of Agriculture, JIS University.
The session explored important aspects of hybrid seed production in cereals, oilseeds, and vegetables, including emasculation techniques, along with vivid photographs from real-field experiments highlighting approaches to enhance hybrid seed yield in West Bengal.
The celebration beautifully showcased the spirit of science, creativity, innovation, and sustainability, inspiring students to explore the fascinating connections between microorganisms, technology, agriculture, and society. ๐๐ฌ๐จ