Journal Club Inauguration at St. Mary’s College Thrissur Inspires Young Researchers

Thrissur, Kerala – 8 August 2025:
The Department of Biotechnology, St. Mary’s College (Autonomous), Thrissur, officially launched its Journal Club, creating a vibrant platform for scholarly exchange and critical discussion among students and faculty.

Event Highlights

• Inauguration by: Dr. Deepa G. Muricken, Head and Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry.
• Topic: Smart Composting: A Biochemist’s Journey from Lab to Patent.
• Venue: St. Mary’s College, Thrissur.
• Date: 8th August 2025.

A Journey from Lab to Patent

Dr. Deepa G. Muricken, recently awarded a patent for her innovative composting method, delivered the inaugural talk. She shared her inspiring journey from laboratory experiments to securing intellectual property rights, highlighting the potential of research-driven solutions for environmental sustainability.

Her words encouraged students to pursue research with dedication, passion, and perseverance. She also stressed the importance of converting ideas into innovations that can benefit society, especially in Kerala’s eco-conscious communities.

A Platform for Scientific Growth

The newly formed Journal Club will host regular meetings featuring:

• Paper presentations.
• Literature reviews.
• Discussions on current scientific advancements.

This initiative aims to sharpen students’ analytical skills and keep them updated with the latest trends in biotechnology and related fields.

Kerala Context – Nurturing Research Culture

Thrissur, known as the cultural capital of Kerala, is now also nurturing a strong research ecosystem. Programs like this Journal Club inspire the next generation of scientists to contribute to both local and global knowledge pools. “Vidya samruddhamaya Kerala” (Knowledge-enriched Kerala) remains the vision behind such initiatives.

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