The Five Days Winter School Workshop on “Chromatographic Techniques: HPLC, GC & HPTLC In-Focus”, conducted from 27th to 31st January 2026, was designed to strengthen theoretical understanding and practical proficiency in advanced chromatographic techniques while bridging academia and industry. The workshop commenced with a formal inauguration, including welcome and presidential addresses that emphasized experiential learning and research orientation. Day 1 focused on foundational concepts of chromatography and industrial relevance. Expert speakers elaborated on chromatographic principles, classification, instrumentation, and applications, alongside systematic HPLC method development, optimization strategies, retention mechanisms, troubleshooting, and regulatory considerations. Day 2 introduced modern analytical philosophies, including Quality by Design (QbD), Green and White Analytical Chemistry, and challenges in nutraceutical analysis. Participants were trained on Analytical Target Profile (ATP), Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs), risk assessment tools, and sustainability metrics. The afternoon session provided intensive hands-on training in Gas Chromatography (GC), covering sample preparation, injection techniques, method programming, chromatogram interpretation, and troubleshooting. Days 3 and 4 were fully dedicated to practical training on HPTLC and HPLC. Participants received structured, batch-wise exposure to instrument operation, system suitability testing, mobile phase optimization, derivatization techniques, data processing, and analytical problem-solving. Emphasis was placed on regulatory compliance, reproducibility, and good laboratory practices, enhancing operational confidence and analytical reasoning. Day 5 featured advanced applications and industrial perspectives, including HPLC-PDA-HRMS/MS analysis of natural products, peptide characterization using RP-HPLC and MS/MS, and chromatographic applications in herbal, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and nutraceutical industries. The valedictory function reflected on the academic achievements of the program, included participant feedback, a keynote address, felicitation of guests, and certificate distribution. Overall, the workshop successfully integrated theoretical foundations, sustainability concepts, regulatory perspectives, and extensive hands-on training, significantly enhancing participants’ analytical competence and industry readiness.
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FORMAT FOR MONTHLY MIS (Part II)
FACULTY ACHIEVEMENTS
Book Publication:
The book “Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis, Molecular Targets, and Therapeutic Modalities” (ISBN 9781032991290), edited by Dr. Devendra Kumar, Assistant Professor, SPTM along with the Co-editors Shraddha Manish Gupta, Nagendra Singh Chauhan, Kamal Shah has been published by Routledge Taylor & Francis Group
| Sr. No. | Name of the author/s | Title of the book | Name of the publisher | Date/Year of publication |
| 1. | Devendra Kumar, Shraddha Manish Gupta, Nagendra Singh Chauhan, Kamal Shah | Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis, Molecular Targets, and Therapeutic Modalities | Routledge Taylor & Francis Group | 17-12-2025 |
Research projects (Research grants): (Seminar Grant Received)
A Govt. grant of total outlay INR 200000/- has been sanctioned for organization of the National Conference on “Ayurveda & Tribal Healing for Respiratory Health: Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Science”, 27th & 28th February, 2026 in January 2026.
| Sr. No. | Name of the Project | Faculty Name | Name of the Funding Organisation | Type of Organisation (Govt./ Industry) | Duration of Project (No. of months) | Year of sanction | Total outlay (Rs.) |
| 1. | National Conference on “Ayurveda & Tribal Healing for Respiratory Health: Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Science”, 27th & 28th February, 2026
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Dr. S. S. Pancholi
(Convener) (Co-Conveners) Dr. Shashikant B. Bagade Dr. S N Maru Dr. Vishal Beldar |
DST-ANRF | Government | Conference grant | January
2026 |
200000/- |
Dr. Devendra Kumar received the best Poster Presentation Award
Dr. Devendra kumar received the best Poster Presentation Award in International Conference on Global Landscape of Pharmaceuticals and Biologics: Quality Assurance and Regulations from 2-3 January 2026 at L. M. College of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad, India
