Panjab University scientists bag many research grants 

Chandigarh, September 20, 2024: Panjab University has secured the largest quantum of grants from the Department of Science & Technology and Renewable Energy, Chandigarh Administration, to undertake a variety of research projects that address key issues in the region.

Prof. Rajat Sandhir from the Department of Biochemistry has been awarded a project to assess the quality and detect adulteration in edible oils, which can have significant impacts on human health. Prof. Naveen Gupta from Department of Microbiology received a grant for real-time ecological assessments of Sukhna Lake, with a focus on identifying sources of pollution. He has previously collaborated with the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Chandigarh, on waste management and environmental monitoring projects.

Other waste management projects have been entrusted to Prof. Shailendra Kumar Arya, Dr. Gargi Ghoshal, and Dr. Avneet Saini. These initiatives aim to develop eco-friendly solutions, such as ethanol production from sawdust, the valorization of kinnow waste, and the creation of biodegradable antimicrobial packaging.

Medical research grants have been awarded to Dr. Sarvnarinder Kaur, Dr. Naveen Kaushal, and Dr. Mary Chatterjee to investigate critical health issues, including breast carcinogenesis, hypercholesterolemia and prostate cancer.