{"id":3134,"date":"2025-11-20T05:20:18","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T05:20:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.dbuniversity.ac.in\/dept-of-botany\/?p=3134"},"modified":"2025-11-20T05:20:18","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T05:20:18","slug":"educational-visit-to-gauhati-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.dbuniversity.ac.in\/dept-of-botany\/educational-visit-to-gauhati-university\/","title":{"rendered":"Educational Visit to Gauhati University"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

ASSAM DON BOSCO UNIVERSITY<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

School of Life Sciences, Department of Botany<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Educational Visit to Gauhati University<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Date: 12th<\/sup> November 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Department of Botany, Assam Don Bosco University, successfully organized an educational field visit<\/strong> to the Departments of Botany and Zoology, Gauhati University<\/strong>, Guwahati, Assam, on 12th<\/sup> November 2025<\/strong>.
The visit aimed to provide students with practical exposure<\/strong>, hands-on learning, and an opportunity to observe state-of-the-art research facilities<\/strong> in different biological sciences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf3f Visit Highlights<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd39 1. Dr. H.K. Baruah Regional Botanical Resource Centre<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Students explored a rich collection of medicinal, endemic, ornamental, and economically important plant species.
Key learnings included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Ex situ & in situ conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Herbarium practices<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Seed bank operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Live plant collection management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Dr. Rubul Buragohain<\/strong>, Superintendent of the Botanical Garden, guided the tour and explained various plant groups, including pteridophytes, gymnosperms, angiosperms, bryophytes, algae, and mushrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \ud83d\udd39 2. Vermicompost Unit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    At the vermicompost facility, students observed the biological conversion of organic waste<\/strong> using species like Perionyx excavatus<\/em> and Eisenia fetida<\/em>.
    Under the guidance of Dr. Hemen Deka<\/strong>, they learned about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Waste segregation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Bed preparation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Moisture control<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Compost harvesting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      The session emphasized sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      \ud83d\udd39 3. Bio-Compost Unit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      The bio-compost unit<\/strong>, demonstrated by Dr. Diganta Narzary<\/strong>, showcased aerobic microbial decomposition using leaf litter, kitchen waste, and agricultural residues.
      Students gained insight into:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Temperature regulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • pH management<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Aeration and microbial activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Carbon-nitrogen ratio<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        This session highlighted the importance of eco-friendly waste management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        \ud83d\udd39 4. Molecular Biology Laboratory<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        A major highlight was the visit to the Molecular Biology Lab, equipped with advanced instruments such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • PCR machines<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Gel electrophoresis<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Centrifuges<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Laminar airflow chambers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Spectrophotometers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Gel Doc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Research scholars demonstrated techniques like DNA isolation<\/strong>, PCR<\/strong>, microbial analysis<\/strong>, and genetic characterization<\/strong>, enhancing students\u2019 understanding of modern biotechnology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          \ud83d\udd39 5. Herbarium Centre<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Students learned the scientific process of plant specimen handling:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Collection<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Pressing and drying<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Mounting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Labeling and taxonomic organization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            The herbarium visit emphasized its importance in biodiversity documentation<\/strong> and taxonomy research<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            \ud83d\udd39 6. Aquaculture & Biodiversity Centre (Zoology)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            At the Zoology Department, students observed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Freshwater fish diversity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Larval rearing units<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Breeding setups<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Water quality management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              The session highlighted the conservation of endemic and threatened fish species<\/strong> and the role of aquaculture in livelihood enhancement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              \ud83c\udf93 Educational Impact<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              The visit provided students with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Exposure to<\/strong> real-world scientific research<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Better understanding of biodiversity conservation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Practical insights into<\/strong> biotechnology, composting, taxonomy, and aquaculture<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Awareness of interdisciplinary scientific collaboration<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                The trip successfully connected classroom learning with practical scientific applications, motivating students toward future research and environmental stewardship<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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