CSIR - Institute Of Microbial Technology, Chandigarh

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA-2026 CONCLUDED IN CSIR-IMTECH

CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology, Chandigarh concluded Swachhata Pakhwada-2026 today by awarding Prizes/Certificate of Appreciation to the participants of various events held in the institute during last fifteen days. During 1st-15th May, 2026 competitions on Swachhata Mission by way of organizing slogan writing competition, on-the spot painting competition for staff children, swachhata poem recitation, essay writing, pre-recorded swachhata songs, painting competition on “Waste to Wonder” and “Swachh Bharat” theme for staff were organised, wherein large number of entries were received. During the Swachhata Pakhwada tree plantation drive “Ek Ped Maa ke Naam” also completed in the institute.

In today’s program Dr. Karthikeyan Subramanian, Acting Director of the institute addressed to the staff and children. Dr. Subramanian advised that we should maintain more cleaner IMTECH campus and Chandigarh as well. The program was concluded by presenting vote of thanks by Shri Yash Pal, Nodal Officer (Swachhata Pakhwada).

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Nanotechnology: Tiny Innovations Driving Tomorrow’s Technologies – Talk organized on National Science Day-2026

11th May, 2026 : While the world often looks to the stars for the next frontier, the most profound technological revolution is happening at the scale of atoms and molecules. Today, CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology highlighted the transformative power of Nanotechnology, a field where "thinking small" is yielding massive breakthroughs in medicine, energy, and electronics through the invited talk delivered by Dr. Nitin Singhal, Scientist F at NABI. By manipulating matter at this level, scientists are creating materials that are stronger, lighter, and more conductive than ever before. In his talk Dr. Singhal discussed the key pillars of nano-revolution medicine, electronics, sustainability, manufacturing fields.

Dr. Karthikeyan Subramanian, Acting Director of IMTECH also highlighted the role of "Nanotechnology and highlighted the 'invisible' engine of the 21st century," He further said that "We are moving beyond simply discovering materials to actually designing them from the ground up to solve our most pressing global challenges."
Shri Yash Pal, Nodal Officer (Swachhata Pakhwada-2026) informed that talk was organised as part of mandate by CSIR Hqrs. and guidelines of Ministry of Science & Technology. CSIR, India

ESSAY WRITING COMPETITION “Mahilaon Ne Thana Hai- Mixed Waste ko Mitana Hai” ORGANIZED IN CSIR-IMTECH

Chandigarh May 7th,2026 - CSIR- Institute of Microbial Technology, Chandigarh organised essay writing competition today on the theme “Mahilaon Ne Thana Hai- Mixed Waste ko Mitana Hai.” In this essay writing competition large number of regular staff and project staff participated which shows commitment towards swachhata in the institute. The program was coordinated by Shri Yash Pal, Nodal Officer (Swachchata Pakhwada-2026) and Shri C.A. Bodh, Administrative Officer. The participants aptly focused their essays on the theme. The event was part of fifteen days calendar program of the Swachhata Pakhwada-2026. CSIR, India

CSIR- Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH) was pleased to host Shri Manoj Joshi, Secretary of the Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP), Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers along with Prof.Dulal Panda, Director NIPER S.A.S Nagar Mohali. Dr Hemraj Nandanwar, Chief Scientist, CSIR IMTECH, Chandigarh alongwith other scientists briefed Sh Joshi about the various research programs being undertaken in collaboration with the industry and the institutes efforts to boost production-linked initiatives for India's pharmaceutical and MedTech sector. It was also discussed about the possibilities to explore the research opportunities with ministry for strengthening the interdisciplinary research. The team was also given a round of the world class facilities available in CSIR-IMTECH to meet the needs of the industry. CSIR, India

Congratulations to Dr. Vinod Chaudhari and the team on acceptance of your manuscript entitled "'Development of Benzimidazole-Based BZ-30 as an Orally Bioavailable Broad-Spectrum Inhibitor of SARS-CoV-2” in Journal of Medicinal Chemistry.

It is indeed a proud moment for IMTech Family. Wish you many more such accomplishments.
CSIR, India

Congratulations to Dr Amit Tuli and the team on acceptance of your manuscript entitled "RANKL-inducible ArI8b effector RUFY4 drives HOPS-mediated Iysosomal maturation and trafficking in osteoclasts” in Molecular Biology of the Cell Journal.

It is indeed a proud moment for IMTech Family. Wish you many more such accomplishments.
CSIR, India

https://www.molbiolcell.org/doi/abs/10.1091/mbc.E25-08-0412

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA-2026 BEGINS WITH GREAT ENTHUSIASM IN CSIR-IMTECH

1st May, 2025 Chandigarh - Today Swachhata Pakhwada-2026 begins with great enthusiasm in CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology(IMTECH), Chandigarh. On this occasion Dr. Karthikeyan Subramanian, Acting Director of the institute appreciated the efforts made by housekeeping and horticulture teams for keeping institute neat and clean.

Dr. Subramanian stressed upon the continued maintenance and upkeep of working area in the laboratories and office areas. Swachhata Pledge to the staff was also administered by Dr. Subramanian and reinforced the commitment towards Clean India. Shri Yash Pal, Nodal Officer (Swachchata Pakhwada) highlighted the mandate and directions of CSIR towards celebration of Swachchata Pakhwada during 1st-15th May,2026.

CSIR-IMTECH is observing Swachhata Pakhwada 2026 from 1st May to 15th May 2026 wherein a number of activities have been planned to be undertaken towards cleanliness, hygiene and awareness amongst officers and staff including JRFs/SRFs and Project Staff. Details of various events planned in the next 15days were also shared by Nodal Officer with the staff and urged for the active participation from staff to make all the events successful.

The event will certainly imbibe the spirit of collective responsibility towards maintaining cleanliness in workplaces and beyond. CSIR, India

World Day for Laboratory Animals at CSIR-IMTECH
World Day for Laboratory Animals was observed with a meaningful and impactful celebration. The event underscored the importance of compassion, ethical responsibility, and the humane treatment of animals used in research.
Dr. Neeraj Khatri, Scientist G & Head, iCARE, administered a pledge to researchers, students, and staff members of the institute who are involved in animal-based research. Through this pledge, participants reaffirmed their commitment to uphold the highest standards of care, respect, and ethical practices in all scientific endeavors involving animals. The staff members of iCARE were also warmly appreciated for their dedicated and compassionate service in ensuring the well-being and care of laboratory animals. The celebration further featured a banner signing activity, where attendees expressed their solidarity and commitment by adding their signatures to a shared pledge.
Let us continue to work towards a future where innovation and empathy go hand in hand.
CSIR, India

"As part of the Special Scientific Lecture Series–2026, Prof. Ashutosh Kumar (Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Bombay) delivered an insightful lecture on “Characterizing the Higher-Order Structure of Monoclonal Antibodies (mAbs) in Formulation Using NMR Spectroscopy” on 22nd April 2026 at CSIR-IMTECH, Chandigarh.

The session began with a warm welcome by Dr. K. P. S. Sengar, Head, Knowledge Resource Centre, who introduced the distinguished speaker. Dr. Ravi Mishra, Scientist-F, CSIR-IMTECH felicitated Prof. Kumar with a bouquet and memento.

In his lecture, Prof. Kumar provided an in-depth perspective on the characterization of higher-order structures (HOS) of monoclonal antibodies in their formulation state using advanced NMR techniques. The session concluded with an engaging Q&A, reflecting enthusiastic participation from the audience." CSIR, India