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2nd International Conference on Innovations in Sustainable Drug Discovery and Development to Combat the Crisis of Antimicrobial Resistance

Organized by: Eminent College of Pharmaceutical Technology (a unit of Nirmala Foundation) in association with Central Ayurveda Research Institute, Kolkata and Bioequivalence Study Centre, Jadavpur University, Kolkata and sponsored by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research

Date: 27–28 February, 2025
Mode: Physical & Online (Google Meet)

Participation Details

Total Registration: 770 [340 in-house + 430 external]
Total Universities Participated: 16
Total Colleges Participated: 32
Institutions from Outside West Bengal: 8

Summary of Scientific Sessions

S.No	Speaker	Topic	Major Insights
1	Prof. Jayanta Haldar, JNCASR, IISc Bengaluru	Outwitting Antimicrobial Resistance: A Perpetual Battle	Mechanisms and pathways leading to antimicrobial resistance.
2	Dr. Mamta Chawla Sarkar, NICED Kolkata	Traditional Medicine and Antiviral Therapeutics	Medicinal herbs and phytoconstituents against antimicrobial resistance.
3	Dr. Srabanti Ghosh, CSIR-CGCRI	Polymeric Nanoformulation based Antimicrobial Agent	Nano-theranostic approaches against resistant bacteria.
4	Dr. Paulomi Ghosh, Presidency University	Antimicrobial Nanomaterials to Control Hemorrhage	Role of nanoparticles in haemopoietic system management.
5	Dr. Rudradeep Banerjee, IPGMER & SSKM Hospital	AMR in Surgical Site Infection	Measures to combat AMR in hospital environments.
6	Prof. Qamar U. Ahamed, IIUM Malaysia	Role of Flavonoids in Drug-Resistant Microbes	Natural flavonoids and their antimicrobial mechanisms.
7	Dr. Teboho Mooko, University of the Free State, South Africa	HIV Drug Resistance Mutations	Optimization of antiretroviral therapy through dialysis-based studies.

Conference Overview

Eminent College of Pharmaceutical Technology organized the 2nd International Conference on Innovations in Sustainable Drug Discovery and Development to Combat the Crisis of Antimicrobial Resistance on 27–28 February 2025 in association with Central Ayurveda Research Institute, Kolkata and Bioequivalence Study Centre, Jadavpur University, Kolkata. The conference was sponsored by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).

The conference was convened by Dr. Kaushik Biswas, Professor and Vice-Principal, ECPT, with Dr. Subhasis Banerjee as Joint Convener and Dr. Anurup Mandal as Joint Organizing Secretary. The inaugural ceremony included dignitary addresses, plantation ceremony, and cultural performances by students.

The event featured multiple scientific sessions delivered by eminent researchers from India and abroad. Topics covered innovative antimicrobial strategies, nanotechnology-based therapeutics, natural compounds, hospital infection management, and drug resistance mechanisms.

The second day included poster presentations, oral and e-oral presentations, and discussions aligned with the theme of National Science Day. Participants from several institutions across India presented their research findings, contributing to knowledge exchange and collaborative discussions.

The conference concluded with prize distribution for oral and poster presentations and a valedictory session followed by a vote of thanks by Dr. Kaushik Biswas.

Participant Feedback

Participants appreciated the scientific depth of the sessions and actively engaged in discussions, reflecting great enthusiasm and curiosity throughout the conference.

Photographs

Lecture hall for conference sessions

Attendees listening to the scientific session in the lecture hall

Presentation of posters by participants

Evaluation of poster presentations by evaluators

Prize distribution for poster presentation

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Research Training Program (Internship) - (ECPT-RTP)

(Please read the information below carefully before proceeding)

Eminent College of Pharmaceutical Technology invites application for Research Training Program (Internship) (ECPT-RTP) for the session July–November, 2025.

Objectives:

To facilitate research activities among students and research scholars.
To train the young students/researchers in specific scientific domains.
To provide hands-on training on different modern scientific instruments and analysis of experimental outcomes thereof.

Eligibility:

UG (2nd to 4th year) and PG students of Pharmaceutical Technology (Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, In-silico drug design, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology) Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology disciplines are eligible for this program. The program is also open for students of integrated Master degree courses (4th and 5th year) and Research Scholars.

Departments Offering Internship:

Pharmacology
Pharmaceutical Microbiology / Microbiology
Molecular Biology
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology / Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Medicinal Chemistry / In-silico Drug Design

Application Process:

Download the application form from the college website.
Send the completed form along with relevant documents to: researchprog @ ecpt.in
Selection will be made on the basis of academic record, aptitude for research, accomplishments and area(s) of research interest.

Important Notes:

Candidates selected for RTP/dissertation/research have to pay a non-refundable fee of INR 5000/ per month towards laboratory/chemical/equipment handling cost. Fee may vary in case of extended length or nature of project.
Candidates will be provided a certificate of Research Training Program/Internship upon successful completion of the RTP.
The intern will be required to give a seminar in the respective department at the end and submit a report to department head.
Accommodation will not be provided by the institute.
Cost towards food and access to other amenities have to be bear by the aspirant.
Eminent College of Pharmaceutical Technology or Faculty or staff members involved in the programme will not be responsible for any accident occurring during the summer intern program.

Important Dates:

Candidates have to acknowledge the ECPT-RTP in dissertation, and publication mandatorily.

Application Portal Opens: 26/05/2025
Last Date to Apply: 30/06/2025

Programme In-Charge:

Dr. Kaushik Biswas, Professor
Dr. Subhasis Banerjee, Professor

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Application Form

Research Training Program (Internship)-(ECPT-RTP)

For Office Use Only

Application No: ___________________________
Slot Schedule: ___________________________

Name of the Applicant: _______________________________________________

Designation: _________________________ Affiliation: ______________________________________

Address:
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________

Contact No: ___________________ WhatsApp No: ________________ Email: ______________________________

Research Interest:
_______________________________________________________________________

Duration of RTP (01-06 months): _____________________________________

Choice of RTP – Department (Please Tick the box):

Pharmacology
Microbiology
Pharmaceutical Microbiology
Molecular Biology
Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Medicinal Chemistry
In-silico Drug Design

Bank Details

Bank Name: ICICI BANK
Account Holder Name: EMINENT COLLEGE OF PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGY
Account Number: 082401003749
IFSC Code: ICIC0000824
Branch Name: BARASAT

Transaction Details

Transaction ID: ________________________________________
Transaction Date: _____________________________________
Transaction Time: ____________________________________
Transaction Amount: _________________________________

Declaration by the Applicant

I hereby declare that I/we will acknowledge the ECPT-RTP in dissertation or publications as may be the case.

Signature of the Applicant: ____________________________

Date: ____ / ____ / ______

IMPORTANT NOTES

The form must be filled out completely and properly; otherwise, it will be cancelled.
RTP will be confirmed only after receiving the payment.

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Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF)

Eminent College of Pharmaceutical Technology
started its journey in the field of Pharmacy with a definite mission, to impart quality education among the students and extend the benefits of technology to the society. ECPT is committed to provide excellent environment for the teaching-learning process and career planning. The journey began with fine infrastructure and the motto of becoming a pioneer pharmaceutical institute in India. Currently, we have established Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) (under Central Research Facilitities program) which consist of the following instruments: UV spectroscopy, High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), PCR, Biochemistry analyser, ELISA plate reader, DNA gel electrophoresis, Cooling centrifuge, Lyophilizer, Brookfield Viscometer. Our institution will provide service to outside users like universities, colleges and research laboratories with a minimal charges

Objectives:

To carry out analysis of samples received from the Faculty members/Research Scholars of the academic institutions/other organizations.
To support and promote the research activities among students, researchers and faculties.

Contact:

In-charge faculties:
Dr. Kaushik Biswas, Professor, ECPT, kaushik @ ecpt.in
Dr. Sourav De, Associate Professor, ECPT, souravde @ecpt.in

Co-ordinators:
Dr. Subhasis Banerjee, Dr. Sandip Dolui, Mr. Gourav Dey, Dr. Souvik Chakraborty, Mr. Debabrata Pal

📄 Download CIF Requisition Form 💰 Download CIF Charges Details

CIF Testing Charges

Instrument	Type of Analysis	Charges (INR)
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC); (Shimadzu)	HPLC Analysis	₹2000/per sample
UV-Vis-spectroscopy; (Shimadzu)	Absorption spectra, DNA, EtBr and Protein binding	₹500/ For 1-5 samples Binding assay: ₹500/ for 1 hr.
Gel electrophoresis; (BioRad)	DNA Degradation Study	₹1500/ For 1-3 samples
ELISA Reader; (Erba)	Absorbance	₹300/ for single run
Biochemistry analyser; (Erba/iChem)	Absorbance	According to the type of analysis and sample quantity
Brookfield Viscometer; (Brookfield)	Viscosity Measurement	₹400/ per sample
Cooling centrifuge; (Eppendorf)	Centrifuge	₹500 / For 8 samples/ one time
Lyophilizer/freeze Dryer (Instrumentation India)	Freeze Dry	₹500/- 150ml. of sample
Rotary evaporator (Instrumentation India)	Solvent Evaporation	₹400/- 200 ml. of sample (for Ethanol 100 ml.)
PCR (Bio-Rad)	PCR	₹5000/sample(Minimum 5 samples required)

🔔 Please Note:

The above charges are only for acquiring and providing data; analysis of data will be charged separately.
The analytical data/spectra are provided only for research/development purposes.
Separate samples should be sent for different analysis.
Maximum 5 samples per lot for any type of analysis are accepted at a time.
Please send the samples in quantity as mentioned in the sample submission guideline. Samples are not recovered unless a special request is made.
Unstable and explosive compounds are not accepted for analysis.
Sample analysis will be started upon receiving the requisite fee. Hence, fee must be paid after receiving confirmation from the Institute.
Once payment is done, no refunds will be there.
It is mandatory to pay the sample charges in advance and visit the pharmacy department with the samples for analysis.
The user needs to submit the form, mentioning the transaction details through email or at the office.

Bank Details for Transfer of Sample Analysis Charges:

Bank Name	ICICI BANK
Account Holder Name	EMINENT COLLEGE OF PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGY
Account Number	082401003749
IFSC Code	ICIC0000824
Branch	BARASAT

📬 All Communications Should Be Addressed To:

Eminent College of Pharmaceutical Technology,
Moshpukur, Barbaria, Paschim Khilkapur, Barasat,
Jagannathpur, 700126, West Bengal, India
Email: cif @ ecpt.in

Requisition Form

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (C18 column)

For Office Use Only

Requisition Number:……………………………………	Date of submission:………………………..
Slot Schedule:………………………………………	Date: __ / __ / ____ Time: __:__

User Details

Name of the user: ...................................................................	Designation & Affiliation: .....................................................
Phone No: ....................................	WhatsApp No: ....................................
Email ID: ......................................................................................................

Sample Composition & Information (Organic Sample Only)

Sl No	Sample Code	Color & Appearance	Sample Quantity	Mobile Phase	Column Details	Flow Rate	Runtime	Column Temp	Exp. Rf Value	Sample Source (Natural / Synthesis / Waste)	Remarks

Declaration by the Applicant

If any part of the instrument gets damaged owing to the nature of the sample, the entire cost of repairing of the instrument or the instrument part will be borne by the concerned Department/project/institute.

I/we shall give due acknowledgment to CIF for measurement and help in the results (if any) so published in journals and inform CIF about the publications which acknowledge the use of CIF facilities. A copy of the published paper may please be submitted for CIF records.

Received By: _______________________

Date: ___________________

📌 IMPORTANT NOTES

The form must be filled out completely and properly; otherwise, it will be cancelled.
The sample composition and method of preparation must be mentioned.
Any misinformation about sample history will be taken seriously.

Signature of the applicant with date: __________________________

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2^nd International Conference on Innovations in Sustainable Drug Discovery and Development to Combat the Crisis of Antimicrobial Resistance

27th to 28th February, 2025

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a multifaceted problem requiring urgent global action. Combining scientific innovation, policy reform, and public awareness is an essential requirement to safeguard the effectiveness of antimicrobial treatments for future generations. This phenomenon poses a critical global health challenge, threatening the effectiveness of treatments for infectious diseases like tuberculosis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and malaria while undermining many medical advancements.

Sustainable drug discovery and development focus on creating effective and eco-friendly therapeutic solutions while minimizing environmental and economic impact. Innovations in this field aim to address challenges such as AMR, resource limitations, and the need for environmentally conscious practices in pharmaceutical production.

The 2nd International Conference on “Innovations in Sustainable Drug Discovery & Development to Combat the Crisis of Antimicrobial Resistance” is aimed at deciphering one of the most pressing global health challenges caused by the resistance of microorganisms to drug therapy. This conference serves as a platform to discuss innovative strategies, novel therapeutic approaches, and sustainable solutions to tackle this problem.

The conference is vital in addressing the global AMR crisis by fostering innovation, collaboration, and practical solutions. It highlights the need for sustainable approaches to drug discovery and reinforces the importance of a united front in combating resistance.

Open Brochure

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Date: 18th – 22nd NOVEMBER, 2024

Advances in technology, educational policies and the pandemic situation: all have contributed to a general shift in the teaching-learning process. It is a challenge to educators across all subjects to deliver adequately and completely, so that the learner can grasp as best as possible. The Faculty Development Program (FDP) aims to improve the expertise of academicians of scientific and technological streams to counter the changing academic environment. With the incorporation of contemporary methods like biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and customized care, the role of the educators in training the future generation of pharmacists and engineers is more important than ever. The prime motto of this FDP is to give the trainers a thorough awareness of the most recent approaches, trends, and difficulties in the teaching-learning pedagogy and scientific research. It will enable them to bridge the gap between academia and industry by providing them with the necessary skills and information to deliver a robust lecture and engage the student community for better understanding. From blackboard to smartboard, teaching has come a long way and adapting to newer methodologies is the call of the day.

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FRESENIUS KABI - CAMPUS PLACEMENT DRIVE

Date: 28.02.2024

Time: 10:00 am onwards

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Cipla - CAMPUS PLACEMENT DRIVE

Date: 19.02.2024

Time: 10:00 am onwards

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Title of the Project: Preclinical evaluation of potential new antibiotics derived from mangrove actinobacteria of Indian Sundarbans targeting bacterial cell wall synthesis inhibition and antibiofilm activity against resistant pathogens

Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Kaushik Biswas

Name of the Institute: Eminent College of Pharmaceutical Technology, Barasat, Kolkata-700126, W.B.

Name of Position: Project Research Scientist-I(Non-Medical)

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Lupin Diagnostic - CAMPUS PLACEMENT DRIVE

Date: 10.01.2024

Time: 10:00 am onwards