GEMS Arts & Science College (Autonomous) jointly with Biotechnology Department, Calicut University organized the First Lecture Under the Scheme “ Popular Lecture Series in Biotechnology “ Sponsored by Department of Biotechnology , Government of India on 2nd August 2025 at Calicut University

GEMS Arts and Science College, in collaboration with the Department of Biotechnology, University of Calicut, successfully conducted the first lecture in the Popular Lecture Series, sponsored by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, at the University of Calicut on 2nd August 2025 . The program was held at the Aryabhatta auditorium , University of Calicut​, and it was inaugurated by the Prof. ( Dr.) P.Raveendran, Vice Chancellor Calicut University..

 Officials and the Vice Chancellor addressing the partiucipants

The lecture was delivered by Prof. C. Gopinathan, Department of Biotechnology, on the topic “High Rate Biomethanation: Scale-Up Issues and Opportunities.” In his talk, Prof. Gopinathan discussed the potential of biomethanation as a sustainable waste-to-energy technology and highlighted the critical challenges faced during the scale-up process of biomethanation systems. He elaborated on the design of bioreactors, microbial efficiency, energy recovery, and the need for innovation to make large-

 

                   The students participants                          Prof Gopinathan delivering the lecture

scale biomethanation commercially viable and environmentally friendly. The lecture marked an important step in promoting awareness of advanced biotechnological applications and encouraging interdisciplinary dialogue. The Popular Lecture Series aims to bring together experts and learners on a common platform to discuss contemporary scientific issues and foster a spirit of inquiry.

      The lecture was very much appreciated by the students of nearby schools, colleges and the faculties attended the function. Prof. Anu Joseph Head of the Department Biotechnology, other faculties, Dr.Sandhya  Balakrishnan Principal Investigator of the project, and Dr.A Finose  Director IQAC  along with the  faculties from GEMS college also attended the function. The session was well-received and appreciated by all attendees for its relevance and academic depth.