International symposium on advances in natural and applied sciences organised at Shoolini University
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Solan, July 7
The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the E-YUVA Centre and iHUB Shoolini at Shoolini University organised a one-day international symposium on ‘Advances in Natural and Applied Sciences’, bringing together scientists, researchers, academicians and students to deliberate on emerging developments in molecular medicine, cancer biology, phytochemistry, drug discovery and allied research areas.
The symposium was attended by Shoolini University Chancellor Prof. P. K. Khosla, Pro Chancellor Prof. Vishal Anand, Registrar Dr. Sunil Puri, faculty members, research scholars and students.
Addressing the gathering, Chancellor Prof. P. K. Khosla highlighted the importance of international scientific collaboration, knowledge exchange and innovation-led research in addressing emerging challenges in healthcare, pharmaceutical sciences and sustainable development. He said partnerships between universities and research institutions are essential for translating scientific discoveries into solutions that benefit society.
Welcoming the delegates, Dr. Deepak Kumar, Professor and Dean, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Chief Coordinator of the E-YUVA Centre, said international scientific interactions play a vital role in promoting collaborative research and academic excellence. He also highlighted the growing importance of natural products in drug discovery, noting that medicinal plants continue to offer promising therapeutic compounds with minimal toxicity.
The symposium featured a keynote address by Prof. Surat Laphookhieo, Dean, School of Science, Mae Fah Luang University, Thailand, who delivered a lecture on ‘Phytochemical and Biological Activities of Annonaceae: From Chemical Diversity to Bioactive Leads’. He explained how the rich chemical diversity of the Annonaceae family has led to the identification of bioactive compounds with significant potential for future pharmaceutical applications and drug discovery.
Another technical session was delivered by Dr. Kitiphong Khongphinitbunjong, Associate Dean, School of Science, Mae Fah Luang University, Thailand. He shared recent advances in honey bee health, bee products and disease management, highlighting their relevance to sustainable agriculture, biodiversity conservation and global food security.
Dr. Arun Kumar, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shoolini University, spoke on the design and synthesis of novel heterocyclic and natural compounds as potential anticancer agents. He outlined the role of medicinal chemistry in developing new therapeutic strategies for cancer treatment.
The symposium concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Th. Abhishek Singh, Coordinator, E-YUVA Centre, who acknowledged the contributions of the speakers, organising team and participants. He said the symposium provided an important platform for scientific exchange, international collaboration and interdisciplinary research.
