CCT, CGC Landran organizes FDP on AI-Driven Biotechnology
Chandigarh
The Department of Biotechnology, Chandigarh College of Technology (CCT), CGC Landran, organized a five-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on ‘AI-Driven Biotechnology: Transforming Research, Teaching and Innovation', bringing together leading academicians, industry experts, scientists and AI professionals to explore the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in biotechnology and higher education.
The inaugural session featured addresses by Dr. Palki Sahib Kaur, Director Principal, CCT, CGC Landran; Dr. Balwinder Singh, Joint Director & Head, ACS Division, C-DAC Mohali; and Dr. Mamta Bhardwaj, COO, STPI CoE-NEURON, Mohali; who emphasized innovation, industry-academia collaboration and the growing importance of AI-enabled education in shaping the future of biotechnology.
Over the course of five days, the FDP offered a comprehensive blend of expert lectures and hands-on learning experiences. Dr. Aditya Bakshi, Assistant Professor, School of Technology Management & Engineering, NMIMS Chandigarh, conducted sessions on Prompt Engineering and AI tools. Mr. Mohd Nisar, Centre Manager and Workforce Development Leader at Anudip Foundation, introduced participants to AI fundamentals, workplace productivity and Generative AI. Mr. Devashish, Founder of Codroid Hub, shared insights into AI-driven biotechnology, while Dr. Jagriti, Founder of Eternal RESTEM, delivered an engaging session on Applied Data Science in Biotechnology: Tools, Techniques & Case Studies. Dr. Tulika Mehta, Kaizen Systems, Chandigarh, demonstrated practical applications of Generative AI and Dr. Vandana Awasthi, Scientist and Head (QA), Punjab Biotechnology Incubator, Mohali, addressed emerging trends in food safety and regulatory frameworks.
The programme further featured insightful sessions by Dr. Monika Sharma, Associate Professor, Biological Systems Engineering, Plaksha University, on AI in biotechnology education and research; Dr. Aanshi, Assistant Professor, Amity University, Mohali, on AI in designer drug development; and Dr. Maitreyee Dutta, Head of Department, Information Management and Emerging Engineering, NITTTR Chandigarh, on AI tools for teaching, learning and research.
Participants also engaged in project-based activities and AI problem-solving sessions coordinated by Dr. Inderjot and Dr. Priyanka, enabling them to apply emerging AI technologies to real-world challenges. The FDP concluded with an industrial visit to the Punjab Biotechnology Incubator (PBTI), Mohali, providing valuable exposure to cutting-edge research, innovation, incubation, and entrepreneurship. In addition, participants benefited from an engaging meditation and mindfulness session conducted by Ms. Jasmine Jazz, Founder, The Cosmic River, which focused on mental wellness, mindfulness and effective stress management.
The programme concluded with a valedictory ceremony followed by a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Gurpreet Kaur, HoD, Biotechnology department, CCT, CGC Landran. The FDP helped strengthen participants' AI competencies, fostered interdisciplinary collaboration and reinforced CCT, CGC Landran's commitment to academic excellence, innovation and future-ready education.