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D Y PATIL DEEMED TO BE UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF PHARMACY

SECTOR – 7, NERUL (E), NAVI MUMBAI

MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

FROM 1ST JANUARY 2020 – 31ST JANUARY 2020

1. MEDICAL SIMULATION LAB VISIT FOR FIRST YEAR B. PHARMACY

The visit of the Medical Simulation Laboratory was arranged for 40 students by F. Y. B.

Pharmacy on 2nd January 2020. The laboratory is equipped with high fidelity patient

mannequins like HPS, Birthing simulator Lucina, surgical simulators Apollo, Anil and

diagnostic ultrasound simulator like LapVR, EndoVR. To learn the skills required for

treatment of paediatric population, paediatric simulators like Pedia Sim and Neos Sim

are also available in the lab. All the simulators are designed with augmented reality to

train medical students and professionals to become proficient in their skills and

techniques. The queries of the students were satisfactorily addressed by simulation lab

staff. The visit was coordinated by Mrs. Sushama Patil, Assistant Professor, School of

Pharmacy.

2. START OF A DIGITAL DECADE WITH E-POSTER COMPETITION

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D Y Patil School of Pharmacy had organized a 'State Level e-Poster Competition' for D.

Pharmacy students on Saturday, 4th January 2020. In total 31 entries were received for

the Competition. Dr. Mohan Kale (Principal KGRDCOP) was the Chief Guest for the

Inaugural Function. Mrs. Vineeta Khanvilkar (BVCOP), Dr. Vandana Jain (OCP), Dr.

Gaurav Doshi (BNCP) and Dr. Bhushan Rane (DDVCOP) were the Judges for the

Competition. The Concept and Coordination of the event was done by Mr. Aditya D.

Ghuge under the guidance of Dr. Rakesh Somani (Principal, DYPUSOP). The winners of

the Competition were from Shivajirao Jondhle COP (Asangaon), NCRD's IOP (Nerul) and

DY Patil SOP (Nerul).

3. ONE DAY WORKSHOP ON IUPAC NOMENCLATURE

A One Day Workshop on IUPAC Nomenclature was conducted on 9th January 2020.

Over 30 delegates participated in this workshop. Dr. Rakesh Somani, Principal

introduced the session and the need of the session. The workshop included summary of

various rules pertaining of IUPAC Nomenclature of various monocyclic, fused, spiro and

bicyclic heterocyclic rings followed by hand-on problem solving by the delegates. The

workshop was conducted and delivered by Mr. Pratip Chaskar, Assistant Professor,

School of Pharmacy. Mr. Pravin Jagtap, Assistant Professor, School of Pharmacy,

delivered the Vote of Thanks.

4. PHARMANEST, INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SHAPING FUTURE OF

PHARMA INDUSTRY

On 9th January 2020, four Students of First Year B. Pharm., Mr. Khush Jain, Mr.

Reshown Briganza, Mr. Harsh Yadav and Ms. Sakshi Singh of D. Y. Patil University School

of Pharmacy participated as delegates in PharmaNEST, an International Conference

organized by Operant Pharmacy Federation (OPF) on the topic of “Shaping the future of

Pharma industry: New era innovation in biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences and

Biosciences” at VES College of Pharmacy, Mumbai. Students learned about recent

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innovations in Pharmaceutical sciences and future projection of innovation in

biotechnology. The activity was coordinated by Mr. Pravin Naik, Asst. Prof., Pharm.

Chem. Dr. Rakesh Somani, Principal, SoP was also invited as Chairperson of one of the

sessions and as evaluator of oral technical presentation competition.

5. FIRST INDUSTRIAL ADVISORY COUNCIL (IAC) MEETING

The 1st Industrial Advisory Council (IAC) meeting of D. Y. Patil University School of

Pharmacy was held on 11th January 2020 in Conference room, University Block, D. Y.

Patil deemed to be University, Navi Mumbai. The IAC is comprised of Dr. Vijay

Bambulkar, Former Director of IPA and Regulatory Advisor to Wyeth and Abbott, Mr.

Krishnakant Gandhi, Owner, Solinova Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd., Dr Milind Biyani, Director,

Aspire Advisors Pvt. Ltd., Dr. Suraj Bhansali, Adjunct Professor and University of New

England and Global Head, Division of Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics, Data

Analytics, Dr. Shrikant Dhoot, Research Scientist, Reliance Industries Limited, Mr. Arun

Shenoy, Independent Pharma Consultant, Mr. Gopal Bajaj, Head, International Sales and

Marketing, Tyche Industries, Mr. Ranjit Barshikar, QbD/cGMP Consultants (Consultant

to UN) and Dr. Roshan Palewar, CEO, DocRosh Global Solutions. We also had 2 special

guests present for the meet, Dr. Diptiman Chand, Director, Viilbery-Vivimed Pvt. Ltd.

and Mr. Karthik Iyer, Director, Truehealthy Nutrition Pvt. Ltd. The meeting started with

welcoming of the IAC members and presentation about D. Y. Patil University School of

Pharmacy (DYPUSOP) by Prof. (Dr.) Rakesh R. Somani, Principal of SoP. Various future

prospects were discussed as per agenda of the meeting such as segregation of students

as per the interest and abilities, grading system for extracurricular activities, planning

joint collaboration with industries, planning Board of Studies (BoS) and IAC meet

together for structuring syllabus as per industry requirements, etc. The discussion also

resulted in the idea of starting new diploma courses such as Neutraceuticals and

Cosmeticology for D. Pharmacy and B. Pharmacy students. The meeting ended with

thanks to the chair. The members also interacted with Dr. Vijay Patil, Chancellor, D. Y.

Patil University, Navi Mumbai. They discussed the futuristic vision and proactive

participation into the development of DYPUSOP. The 1st IAC meet ended high on

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enthusiasm and glimpse of better tomorrow on the horizon. Mr Aditya Ghuge, Asst. Prof,

DYPUSOP coordinated the meeting.

6. CAREER SEMINAR FOR B. PHARM.

A Career Seminar for B. Pharm. students was conducted on 11th January 2020 to give a

fair idea about latest happenings in Pharma industry. The session started off by

welcoming the guest speakers of the day. The next happening of the day involved

release of two MOUs i.e. first D. Y. Patil School of Pharmacy and Viilbery Healthcare Pvt.

Ltd. and second between D. Y. Patil School of Pharmacy and Truhealthy LLP. The

dignitaries also launched the half yearly progress report of SoP. Dr. Diptiman Chand,

Director of Viilbery Healthcare and Vivimed talked about A Glance At Pharmaceutical

Industry in 2025 while Dr. Karthik Iyer, Director of Truhealthy LLP enlightened the

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audience about Neutraceuticals. Dr. Rajendra Dhande, Freelancing medical writer

elaborated about Pharmacovigilance. Dr. Vijay Bambulkar, Pharma Consultant talked

about Relevance of a Pharmacist to Cosmetic Industry. Mrs. Melita Farnandes, Senior

Health Content Manager, Rebel Food gave a note on Pharmacovigilance – Medical

Writing and New opportunities for Pharma students. The seminar was coordinated by

Mrs. Jyoti Katkar, Asst. Professor, DYPUSOP.

7. GUEST TALK ON DATA ANALYTICS IN DRUG DEVELOPMENT

A guest talk on Data Analytics and Application of Artificial Intelligence in Drug

Development was organised on 13th January 2020 for F. Y. B. Pharm students. The talk

was delivered by Dr Suraj Bhansali, Global Head, Clinical Pharmacology Services,

Excelra, Hyderabad. In his informative talk, he oriented students about data analytics

and how it is going to be the future of Pharmaceutical Research. The talk was well

received by students and interactive discussion between speaker and listeners added a

great flavour of satisfaction to their queries.

8. MIMANSA 2020

Students from DYPUSOP Mr. Khush Jain, Ms. Chahat Bindal, Ms. Sakshi Singh and Mr.

Rishwon Briganza participated in Mimamsa 2020, A National level quiz Competition

organized by IISER-Pune. Students participated in the 1st round which was held at IIT-

Bombay on 18th January 2020. It was a good experience and exposure for the students

with respect to knowledge and level of the Competition.

9. VISIT TO THE MEDICINAL PLANT GARDEN FOR D. PHARMACY STUDENTS

D. Y. Patil University School of Pharmacy (DYPUSOP) in collaboration with D. Y. Patil

University School of Ayurveda (DYPUSOA) had organised a Medicinal Plant Garden Visit

in D. Y. Patil Educational Campus, Navi Mumbai for First Year D. Pharmacy students on

23rd January 2020. The visit was co-ordinated by Ms. Suchita Ghumre, Asst. Prof.

DYPUSOP with Dr. (Vd.) Charushila Giri, HOD, Dravyaguna Vidnyan, DYPUSOA. 57

students were divided into 2 groups. They were briefed by Dr. (Vd.) Pradnya Chaughule

& Dr. (Vd.) Sayali Shintre about shrubs and herbs in the greenhouse, which included the

information about plants, their habitat, medicinal uses etc. Then the visit was extended

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to ‘Nakshtra Van’, which included trees with medicinal values. The visit was very

informative and fruitful for the students due the connection between the practical and

theoretical aspects of the course.

10. GUEST TALK ON GENDER SENSITISATION AND GUIDANCE FOR PROFESSIONAL

BEHAVIOUR

D. Y. Patil University School of Pharmacy had organised a Guest talk on “Gender

Sensitization and Guidance for Professional behaviour to students” for First year B.

Pharmacy and First year D. Pharmacy students on 25th January 2020. The guest talk

was delivered by Mrs. Ramalakshmi Anand, Visiting Faculty, ICT and VESCOP. The

session was co-ordinated by Mrs. Jyoti Katkar, Asst. Professor, DYPUSOP with the

speaker. The first session was conducted for First year B. Pharmacy students in seminar

hall from 10.30-11.30 am and second session was conducted for First year D. Pharmacy

students from 11.30-12.30 pm. The lecture was sensitized students about equality as it

is major issue in today’s world. Objective of this lecture was to make the students

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understand the fact that equality is the essence of democracy. The students

enthusiastically participated in the activity. Full freedom was given to the students to

frame their own questions. This was to ensure that whatever questions from whichever

area, related to gender equality come in the students’ minds, they should feel free to put

up that question to the society. Their thoughts should have a natural flow. It should

neither be directed nor diverted by anyone. The lecture was very informative and

focused on gender equality and professional behavioural aspects.

11. IPA Rx

Students of D. Y. Patil University School of Pharmacy participated in 28 sports and

cultural activities hosted by Indian Pharmaceutical Association-Maharashtra State

Branch (IPA-MSB). Students participated enthusiastically and were able to bang

following prizes:

Sr.

No.

Name of

event Prize Name of student Participant

1 Rangoli First Prize Ms. Komal Gupta, Ms. Himanshi Chorotiya

2 Gully Boy Rap Second

Prize Mr. Samarth Singh

3 Master Chef Third Prize Ms. Himanshi Chorotiya, Ms. Akshita Pandey

Five students representative Ms. Prachi Chavan (Cultural head), Ms. Sakshi Singh (PHO

head), Ms. Chahat Bindal (PRO head) Mr. Himanshu Jain (PEO head) and Mr. Anish Shah

(Sports head) were appointed and successfully completed all the responsibilities under

student Council In-charge Mr. Pravin Naik, Asst. Prof. in Pharm. Chem.

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12. VISIT OF JAMMU AND KASHMIR STUDENTS AT D. Y. PATIL STADIUM – A

SOCIAL INITIATIVE OF DYPUSOP

A team of 30 school children from the state of Jammu and Kashmir were on their

Mumbai Darshan visit under the sponsorship of Border Security Force, Srinagar, J & K

and coordinated by Maheshwari Welfare Foundation, an NGO from Kharghar, Navi

Mumbai. The said tour was conducted from 26th January 2020 to 30th January 2020. In

their last leg of visit, the said NGO expressed to arrange a visit to D. Y. Patil Stadium on

30th January 2020. The School of Pharmacy coordinated their visit to the stadium and

sports complex facilities. Mr Aditya Kharkar from stadium team and Dr. Rakesh Somani,

Principal, DYPUSOP coordinated this visit. Four students of D. Pharm programme

namely Siddhesh Dhabushe, Dipil Dhonksekar, Khushboo Kataria and Pooja Karke

escorted the visiting children and showed them entire facilities. The memories of this

visit were cherished by visiting students as they were witnessing to such a facility for

the first time in their life. Mr Vishal Patil, the accompanying commandant from BSF

thanked the team of DYPUSOP for their cooperation in arranging this visit.

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13. FACULTY MEMBERS INVITED AS EXPERTS

Sr.

No.

Name of the

faculty Topic of Panel Discussion Date & Venue

1. Mr. Pravin Naik Judge for Debate at Rx Festival

18th January 2020

Bombay College of

Pharmacy, Kalina

2. Dr. Rakesh Somani

Evaluator for Oral Technical

Presentation Competition in

Pharma-NEST, an International

Conference entitled ‘Shaping the

future of Pharma industry: New

era innovation in biotechnology,

Pharmaceutical Sciences and

Biosciences’

9th January 2020

VES College of Pharmacy,

Chembur

14. SEMINARS / CONFERENCES / WORKSHOPS ATTENDED

Sr.

No.

Name of the

staff

Title of Seminar/ Conference /

Workshop Date and Venue

1 Mr. Pravin

Jagtap

One Day Seminar on Computer

Aided Drug Delivery Systems

25th January 2020

Bharati Vidyapeeth’s

College of Pharmacy, Navi

Mumbai