The Biotechnology Laboratory at BITM offers state-of-the-art facilities for inquiry-based laboratory investigations and hands-on activities to help students better appreciate the promise of biotechnology and understand its tools and techniques. The laboratory has latest equipment to conduct various biotechnological experiments starting with basic cell biology to modern DNA analysis.
The laboratory is equipped with Laminar Air Flow Unit, PCR Machine, Gel Electrophoresis Systems, Micropipettes, UV Trans-Illuminator, Orbital Shaker, Autoclave, Centrifuges, UV-VIS Spectrophotometer, Water bath, Freezer, Incubators, Magnetic stirrer, pH meter, Desiccators and other biotechnology equipment required for conducting meaningful experiments. The lab can accommodate up to 30 students simultaneously for performing hands-on activities and lab experiments.
For availing of the facility please send a mail to: bitmbiotechlab@gmail.com or contact: Dr. Rakesh Mazumder, Curator-in-charge, Biotech lab
Detailed information regarding these novel facilities, timings, fee structure and membership form. 
The Biotechnology Laboratory of BITM is planning to organize Two -day Hands-on Workshop titled ‘Fun in Field, Learn in Lab‘ at Biotechnology Laboratory and premises of BITM.
The workshop will be held in two separate batches in both morning and afternoon session
Morning Batch 10.30 am to 1.30 pm.
Afternoon Batch- 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm
Topic that will be covered
- Introduction to Biotech Lab Equipment (Working principle and operation).
- Air Bacteria Isolation.
- Fungal Staining.
- Pitfall Trap.
- Centrifugation.
Students can choose to attend any one batch either morning or afternoon. The 1st day will be continued for the 2nd day as well.
Registration link for the workshop ‘Fun In Field, Learn In Lab’- https://forms.gle/uM7tLRtjWaQkQJQ58
Fee – ₹1200 per student (Non-refundable)
Eligibility- School students from class IX to XII.
This short term training programme comprises practical demonstration and hands-on training designed to introduce biotech lab equipment and to provide a basic understanding of tools & techniques in Biotechnology, Microbiology, and Environmental Science.
Benefits from workshop
* Practical training and technical knowledge
* Certificate to all participants.
* Exposure to a Biotechnology Lab
For any query:
For any query, please contact:
8884731248 / 8017097119 / 6291105587
