DSCW hosts International Webinar on Research Methodology
Ferozepur, September 29, 2025: The Postgraduate Department of Zoology at Dev Samaj College for Women, Ferozepur, organized an international webinar under the DST-PURSE program on “Research Methodology: First Step in Research – Learning to Read Scientific Articles.”
The webinar commenced under the able leadership of Chairperson Dr. Agnish Dhillon and Principal Dr. Sangeeta. The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Shweta, a Basic Life Research Scientist at Stanford University, USA, who provided an in-depth and enlightening presentation.
Principal Dr. Sangita lauded Dr. Shweta’s inspiring academic journey, calling it “a remarkable example of dedication to research that has earned her recognition at the international level.”
During her talk, Dr. Shweta guided young researchers and students on developing the skills to read, understand, and critically analyse scientific literature. She explained in detail how to locate research papers online, define a research theme, and navigate the different stages of reading and understanding a research paper.
The primary objective of the webinar was to cultivate an interest in research and discovery among emerging scholars by introducing them to the foundational steps of scientific study and critical evaluation.
Students and faculty members participated enthusiastically, making the session interactive and engaging.