GNIPST BULLETIN 2014

07-11-2014

07th November, 2014

Volume No.: 39 Issue No.: 01
Vision

TO REACH THE PINNACLE OF GLORY AS A CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN THE FIELD

OF PHARMACEUTICAL AND BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES BY KNOWLEDGE BASED
LEARNING AND PRACTICE

Contents

Message from PRINCIPAL

Editorial board
Historical article
News Update
Knowledge based Article
Disease Related Breaking
News
Upcoming Events
Drugs Update
Campus News
Students Section
Editors Note
Archive

GNIPST Photo Gallery

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MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL

"It can happen. It does happen.

But it can't happen if you quit." Lauren Dane.

We are what we repeatedly do.

Excellence then is not an act, but a habit. Aristotle

It gives me immense pleasure to pen a few words for our e-bulletin. At the onset I would like to thank the
last years editors and congratulate the newly selected editors for the current year.
Our first consideration is always in the best interest of the students. Our goal is to promote academic
excellence and continuous improvement.
I believe that excellence in education is aided by creating a learning environment in which all learners are
supported in maximizing their potential and talents. Education needs to focus on personalized learning
and instruction, while promoting an education system that is impartial, universally accessible, and meeting
the needs of all students.
It is of paramount importance that our learners have sufficient motivation and encouragement in order to
achieve their aims. We are all very proud of you, our students, and your accomplishments and look
forward to watching as you put your mark on the profession in the years ahead.
The call of the time is to progress, not merely to move ahead. Our progressive Management is looking
forward and wants our Institute to flourish as a Post Graduate Institute of Excellence. Steps are taken in
this direction and fruits of these efforts will be received by our students in the near future. Our Teachers
are committed and dedicated for the development of the institution by imparting their knowledge and play
the role of facilitator as well as role model to our students.
The Pharmacy profession is thriving with a multitude of possibilities, opportunities and positive
challenges. At Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, our focus is on holistic
needs of our students.
I am confident that the students of GNIPST will recognize all the possibilities, take full advantage of the
opportunities and meet the challenges with purpose and determination.
Excellence in Education is not a final destination, it is a continuous walk. I welcome you to join us on
this path.
My best wishes to all.
Dr. A. Sengupta

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EDITORIAL BOARD
CHIEF EDITOR
EDITOR
ASSOCIATE EDITOR

DR. ABHIJIT SENGUPTA

MS. JEENATARA BEGUM
MR. DIPANJAN MANDAL

HISTORICAL ARTICLE

Separation of Pharmacy and Medicine:

In European countries exposed to Arabian influence, public

pharmacies began to appear in the 17th century. However, it was
not until about 1240 A.D. that, in Sicily and southern Italy,
Pharmacy was separated from Medicine. Frederick II of
Hohenstaufen, who was Emperor of Germany as well as King of
Sicily, was a living link between Oriental and Occidental worlds.
At his palace in Palermo, he presented subject Pharmacists with
the first European edict completely separating their
responsibilities from those of Medicine, and prescribing
regulations for their professional practice.

NEWS UPDATE

Research resolves contradiction over protein's

role at telomeres: (6th November, 2014)

A puzzling discrepancy has surrounded one component of the

protective complex that forms at telomeres, at the end of
chromosomes. Studies of its role in mice versus humans had turned
up contradictory results. Now researchers have figured out what's
really going on.

SCNT derived cells, IPS cells are similar, study

finds: (6th November, 2014)

A team of scientists compared induced pluripotent stem cells and

embryonic stem cells created using somatic cell nuclear transfer.
They found that the cells derived from these two methods resulted
in cells with highly similar gene expression and DNA methylation
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patterns. Both methods also resulted in stem cells with similar

amounts of DNA mutations, showing that the process of turning
an adult cell into a stem cell introduces mutations independent of
the specific method used.

Scientists create Parkinson's disease in a dish:

(6th November, 2014)

A team of scientists created a human stem cell disease model of

Parkinson's disease in a dish. Studying a pair of identical twins,
one affected and one unaffected with Parkinson's disease, another
unrelated Parkinson's patient, and four healthy control subjects,
the scientists were able to observe key features of the disease in the
laboratory, specifically differences in the patients' neurons' ability
to produce dopamine, the molecule that is deficient in Parkinson's
disease.

Human stem cell-derived neuron transplants

reduce seizures in mice: (6th November, 2014)

Scientists have new evidence that stem cell transplantation could

be a worthwhile strategy to help epileptics who do not respond to
anti-seizure drugs. Most epileptic patients can be treated with
anti-seizure drugs, which contain molecules that can inhibit
electrical symptoms, similar to the normal function of
interneurons. But about one-third do not benefit from existing
medication.

Body weight heavily influenced by gut microbes:

Genes shape body weight by affecting gut
microbes: (6th November, 2014)

Our genetic makeup influences whether we are fat or thin by

shaping which types of microbes thrive in our body, according to a
new study. Scientists identified a specific, little known bacterial
family that is highly heritable and more common in individuals
with low body weight. This microbe also protected against weight
gain when transplanted into mice. The results could pave the way
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for personalized probiotic therapies that are optimized to reduce

the risk of obesity-related diseases based on an individual's genetic
make-up.

Human blood stem cells genetically 'edited': (6th

November, 2014)

Researchers, for the first time, have used a relatively new geneediting technique to create what could prove to be an effective
technique for blocking HIV from invading and destroying patients'
immune systems.

A cause of age-related inflammation found: (6th

November, 2014)

As animals age, their immune systems gradually deteriorate, a

process called immunosenescence. It is associated with systemic
inflammation and chronic inflammatory disorders, as well as with
many cancers. The causes underlying this age-associated
inflammation, and how it leads to diseases, are poorly understood.
New work sheds light on one protein's involvement in suppressing
immune responses in aging fruit flies.

New knowledge about human brain's plasticity:

(6th November, 2014)

The brain's plasticity and its adaptability to new situations do not

function the way researchers previously thought, according to a
new study. Earlier theories are based on laboratory animals, but
now researchers have studied the human brain, and reached some
new conclusions.

Images of a nearly
November, 2014)

invisible

mouse:

(6th

A method that combines tissue decolorization and light-sheet

fluorescent microscopy has been developed to take extremely
detailed images of the interior of individual organs and even entire
organisms. The work opens new possibilities for understanding
the way life works -- the ultimate dream of systems biology -- by
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allowing scientists to make tissues and whole organisms

transparent and then image them at extremely precise, single-cell
resolution.

First-in-class nasal spray demonstrates promise

for migraine pain relief: (6th November, 2014)
Researchers are developing a novel prochlorperazine nasal spray
formulation as a potential new treatment for migraines. Of the 100
million people that experience headaches in the United States, 37
million of them suffer from migraines.
For detail mail to editor

KNOWLEDGE BASED ARTICLE

Lung Cancer

Lung cancer, also known as carcinoma of the lung or pulmonary

carcinoma, is
a
malignant lung
tumor characterized
by
uncontrolled cell growth in tissues of the lung.
If left untreated, this growth can spread beyond the lung by
process of metastasis into nearby tissue or other parts of the body.
Most cancers that start in the lung, known as primary lung cancers,
are carcinomas that derive from epithelial cells. The main primary
types are small-cell lung carcinoma (SCLC) and non-small-cell lung
carcinoma (NSCLC). The most common symptoms are coughing
(including coughing up blood), weight loss, shortness of breath,
and chest pains.
The vast majority (8090%) of cases of lung cancer are due to longterm exposure to tobacco smoke. About 1015% of cases occur in
people, who have never smoked. These cases are often caused by a
combination
of genetic
factors
and
exposure
to radon gas,
asbestos,
or
other
forms
of air
pollution, includingsecond-hand smoke. Lung cancer may be seen
on chest radiographs and computed tomography (CT) scans.
The diagnosis is confirmed by biopsy which is usually performed
by bronchoscopy or CT-guidance.

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Treatment and long-term outcomes depend on the type of cancer,

the stage (degree of spread), and the person's overall health,
measured
by performance
status.
Common
treatments
include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. NSCLC is
sometimes treated with surgery, whereas SCLC usually responds
better to chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Overall, 16.8% of people
in the United States diagnosed with lung cancer survive five
years after the diagnosis, while outcomes on average are worse in
the developing world. Worldwide, lung cancer is the most
common cause of cancer-related death in men and women, and
was responsible for 1.56 million deaths annually, as of 2012.

Signs and symptoms:

Signs and symptoms which may suggest lung cancer include:
respiratory
symptoms: coughing, coughing
up
blood, wheezing or shortness of breath
systemic symptoms: weight loss, fever, clubbing of the fingernails,
or fatigue
symptoms due to the cancer mass pressing on adjacent
structures: chest
pain, bone
pain, superior
vena
cava
obstruction, difficulty swallowing
If the cancer grows in the airways, it may obstruct airflow,
causing breathing difficulties. The obstruction can lead to
accumulation of secretions behind the blockage, and predispose
to pneumonia.
Depending on the type of tumor, paraneoplastic phenomena
symptoms not due to the local presence of cancermay initially
attract attention to the disease. In lung cancer, these phenomena
may includeLambertEaton myasthenic syndrome (muscle
weakness due to autoantibodies), hypercalcemia, or syndrome of
inappropriate
antidiuretic
hormone (SIADH,
abnormally
concentrated urine and dilute blood). Tumors in the top of the
lung, known as Pancoast tumors, may invade the local part of
the sympathetic
nervous
system,
leading
to Horner's
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syndrome (dropping of the eyelid and a small pupil on that side), as

well as damage to the brachial plexus.
Many of the symptoms of lung cancer (poor appetite, weight loss,
fever, fatigue) are not specific. In many people, the cancer has
already spread beyond the original site by the time they have
symptoms and seek medical attention. Symptoms that suggest the
presence of metastatic disease include weight loss, bone pain and
neurological symptoms (headaches, fainting, convulsions, or limb
weakness). Common sites of spread include the brain,
bone, adrenal
glands,
opposite
lung,
liver, pericardium,
and kidneys. About 10% of people with lung cancer do not have
symptoms at diagnosis; these cancers are incidentally found on
routine chest radiography.
Causes:
Cancer develops following genetic damage to DNA and epigenetic
changes. These changes affect the normal functions of the cell,
including cell proliferation, programmed cell death (apoptosis)
and DNA repair. As more damage accumulates, the risk of cancer
increases.
Smoking
Cross section of a human lung: The white area in the upper lobe is
cancer; the black areas are discoloration due to smoking.
Smoking, particularly of cigarettes, is by far the main contributor
to lung cancer. Cigarette smoke contains at least 73
known carcinogens,
includingbenzo[a]pyrene,
NNK, 1,3butadiene and the radioisotope polonium-210.
Across the
developed world, 90% of lung cancer deaths in men during the year
2000 were attributed to smoking (70% for women). Smoking
accounts for 8090% of lung cancer cases.
Passive smokingthe inhalation of smoke from another's
smokingis a cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers. A passive
smoker can be defined as someone living or working with a
smoker. Studies from the US, Europe and the UK have
consistently shown a significantly increased risk among those
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exposed to passive smoke. Those who live with someone who

smokes have a 2030% increase in risk while those who work in an
environment with second hand smoke have a 1619% increase in
risk. Investigations of sidestream smoke suggest it is more
dangerous than direct smoke. Passive smoking causes about 3,400
deaths from lung cancer each year in the USA.
Smoking marijuana is also a risk factor for lung cancer. Marijuana
smoke contains many of the same carcinogens as that of tobacco
smoke.
Radon gas
Radon is a colourless and odorless gas generated by the breakdown
of radioactive radium, which in turn is the decay product
of uranium, found in the Earth's crust. The radiation decay
products ionize genetic material, causing mutations that
sometimes turn cancerous. Radon is the second-most common
cause of lung cancer in the USA, causing about 21,000 deaths each
year. The risk increases 816% for every 100 Bq/m increase in the
radon concentration. Radon gas levels vary by locality and the
composition of the underlying soil and rocks. About one in 15
homes in the US has radon levels above the recommended
guideline of 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/l) (148 Bq/m).
Asbestos
Asbestos can cause a variety of lung diseases, including lung
cancer. Tobacco smoking and asbestos have a synergistic effect on
the formation of lung cancer. In smokers who work with asbestos,
the risk of lung cancer is increased 45-fold compared to the general
population. Asbestos can also cause cancer of the pleura,
called mesothelioma (which is different from lung cancer).
Air pollution
Outdoor air pollution has a small effect on increasing the risk of
lung cancer. Fine particulates (PM 2.5 ) and sulfate aerosols, which
may be released in traffic exhaust fumes, are associated with
slightly increased risk. For nitrogen dioxide, an incremental
increase of 10 parts per billion increases the risk of lung cancer by
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14%. Outdoor air pollution is estimated to account for 12% of

lung cancers.
Tentative evidence supports an increased risk of lung cancer
from indoor air pollution related to the burning of wood, charcoal,
dung or crop residue for cooking and heating. Women who are
exposed to indoor coal smoke have about twice the risk and a
number of the by-products of burning biomass are known or
suspected carcinogens. This risk affects about 2.4 billion people
globally, and is believed to account for 1.5% of lung cancer deaths.
Genetics
About 8% of lung cancer is due to inherited factors. In relatives of
people with lung cancer, the risk is increased 2.4 times. This is
likely due to a combination of genes.
Polymorphisms on
chromosomes 5, 6 and 15 are known to affect the risk of lung
cancer.
Other causes
Numerous other substances, occupations, and environmental
exposures have been linked to lung cancer. The International
Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) states there is "sufficient
evidence" to show the following are carcinogenic in the lungs:
Some metals (aluminum production, cadmium and cadmium
compounds, chromium(VI) compounds, beryllium and beryllium
compounds,
iron
and
steel
founding,
nickel
compounds, arsenic and
inorganic
arsenic
compounds,
underground hematite mining)
Some products of combustion (incomplete combustion, coal
(indoor emissions from household coal burning), coal gasification,
coal-tar pitch, coke production, soot, diesel engine exhaust)
Ionizing radiation (X-radiation, gamma radiation, plutonium)
Some toxic gases (methyl ether (technical grade), Bis(chloromethyl) ether, sulfur mustard, MOPP (vincristineprednisone-nitrogen mustard-procarbazine mixture), fumes from
painting)
Rubber production and crystalline silica dust
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Diagnosis:
Performing a chest radiograph is one of the first investigative steps
if a person reports symptoms that may suggest lung cancer. This
may
reveal
an
obvious
mass,
widening
of
the mediastinum (suggestive
of
spread
to lymph
nodes there), atelectasis (collapse), consolidation (pneumonia)
or pleural effusion. CT imaging is typically used to provide more
information about the type and extent of disease. Bronchoscopy or
CT-guided biopsy is often used to sample the tumor
for histopathology.
Lung cancer often appears as a solitary pulmonary nodule on a
chest radiograph. However, the differential diagnosis is wide. Many
other
diseases
can
also
give
this
appearance,
including tuberculosis, fungal infections, metastatic cancer
or organizing pneumonia. Less common causes of a solitary
pulmonary
nodule
includehamartomas, bronchogenic
cysts, adenomas, arteriovenous
malformation, pulmonary
sequestration, rheumatoid
nodules, Wegener's
granulomatosis or lymphoma.
Lung cancer can also be
an incidental finding, as a solitary pulmonary nodule on a chest
radiograph or CT scan done for an unrelated reason. The definitive
diagnosis of lung cancer is based on histological examination of the
suspicious tissue in the context of the clinical and radiological
features.
Prevention:
Smoking ban
While in most countries industrial and domestic carcinogens have
been identified and banned, tobacco smoking is still widespread.
Eliminating tobacco smoking is a primary goal in the prevention of
lung cancer, and smoking cessation is an important preventive tool
in this process.
Policy interventions to decrease passive smoking in public areas
such as restaurants and workplaces have become more common in
many Western countries. Bhutan has had a complete smoking ban
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since 2005 while India introduced a ban on smoking in public in

October 2008. The World Health Organization has called for
governments to institute a total ban on tobacco advertising to
prevent young people from taking up smoking. They assess that
such bans have reduced tobacco consumption by 16% where
instituted.
Screening
Cancer screening uses medical tests to detect disease in large
groups of people with no symptoms. For individuals with high
risk of developing lung cancer, computed tomography (CT)
screening can detect cancer and give a person options to respond
to it in a way that prolongs life. This form of screening reduces the
chance of death from lung cancer by an absolute amount of 0.3%
(relative amount of 20%). High risk people are those age 55-74
who have smoked a pack of cigarettes daily for 30 years including
time within the past 15 years.
CT screening is associated with a high rate of falsely positive tests
which may result in unneeded treatment. For each true positive
scan there are about 19 falsely positives scans. Other concerns
includeradiation exposure and the cost of testing along with
follow up. Research has not found two other available tests sputum cytology or chest radiograph (CXR) screening tests to
have any benefit.
The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends
yearly screening using low-dose computed tomography in those
who have a total smoking history of 30 pack-years and are between
55 to 80 years old until a person has not been smoking for more
than 15 years. Screening should not be done in those with other
health problems that would make treatment of lung cancer if
found not an option. The English National Health Service was in
2014 re-examining the evidence for screening.
Other prevention strategies
The long-term use of supplemental vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin
D or vitamin E does not reduce the risk of lung cancer. Some
studies suggest that people who eat diets with a higher proportion
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of vegetables and fruit tend to have a lower risk, but this may be
due to confoundingwith the lower risk actually due to the
association of a high fruit/vegetables diet with less smoking. More
rigorous studies have not demonstrated a clear association
between diet and lung cancer risk.
Jeenatara Begum
Assistant Professor
GNIPST

DISEASE RELATED BREAKING NEWS

Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus

(MERS-CoV) Saudi Arabia: (7th November,
2014)

Between 27 and 30 October 2014, the National IHR Focal Point of

Saudi Arabia (KSA) notified WHO of 12 additional cases of Middle
East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) infection,
including 3 deaths. Read more

UPCOMING EVENTS

5th International Conference on Stem Cells and Cancer 2014, JNU

Convention Centre, New Delhi, India from 8-10 November, 2014

DRUGS UPDATES

FDA Approves Cyramza (ramucirumab) in

Combination with Paclitaxel for Advanced Gastric
Cancer after Prior Chemotherapy: (05th November,
2014)
Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) announced that the U.S. Food
and
Drug
Administration
(FDA)
has
approved Cyramza (ramucirumab)
in
combination
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with paclitaxel (a type of chemotherapy) as a treatment for people

with advanced or metastatic gastric (stomach) or gastroesophageal
junction (GEJ) adenocarcinoma whose cancer has progressed on or
after
prior
fluoropyrimidineor
platinum-containing
chemotherapy. Cyramza now has two FDA approvals for these
patients. Today's announcement follows the April approval of
Cyramza as a single agent the first approval of a treatment in the
U.S. for patients in this setting. Read more

CAMPUS NEWS
Today the students of GNIPST have participated in the Run for

Unity as a mark of tribute to the efforts of the country's first

Home Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Congratulation to the winner of Cricket Tournament-B.Pharm 3rd
year, 2014
Runner up team-B.Sc and BHM, 2014
Congratulation to the highest run scorer of Cricket TournamentTanmoy Das Biswas, B.Pharm 3rd year, 2014
Congratulation to the highest wicket taker of Cricket
Tournament-Subhodip Das, B.Pharm 3rd year, 2014
Congratulation to the winner of Carom Tournament (Boys)Sk. Abdul Salam, B.Pharm 2nd year, 2014
1st Runner up-Subhayan Dutta, M.Sc (Biotechnology Department)
2nd year, 2014
2nd Runner up-Nirupan Gupta, B.Pharm 1st year, 2014
Congratulation to the winner of Carom Tournament (Girls)Aishwarya Datta, B.Pharm 2nd year, 2014
1st Runner up-Krishnakali Basu, B.Pharm 3rd year, 2014
2nd Runner up-Rituparna Das, B.Pharm 3rd year, 2014
Congratulation to the winner of Chess Tournament (Boys)Basab Brata Dey, M.Sc (Biotechnology Department) 2nd year, 2014
1st Runner up-Ankit Chowdhury, B.Pharm 1st year, 2014
2nd Runner up-Smaranjeet Banik, B.Pharm 3rd year, 2014
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Congratulation to the winner of Chess Tournament (Girls)-

Rituparna Das, B.Pharm 3rd year, 2014

1st Runner up-Varsa Srivastav, B.Sc(Bioptechnology Department)
1st year, 2014
2nd Runner up- Krishnakali Basu, B.Pharm 3rd year, 2014
The GNIPST Cricket Tournament, Carom Tournament and Chess
Tournament was held on 21st and 22nd October, 2014.
The Cultural Programme on Bijoya Dashami and Kali Puja was
held on 20th October, 2014
An exhibition on Photography and Painting was held on 20th
October, 2014
Congratulation to the winner of Football Tournament-B.Pharm
3rd year, 2014
Runner up team-B.Pharm final year, 2014
Congratulation to the winner of Table Tennis TournamentKrishnakali Basu, B.Pharm 3rd year, 2014
1st Runner up-Aindrila Bhowmick, B.Pharm 2nd year, 2014
2nd Runner up-Sayani Banerjee, B.Pharm 2nd year, 2014
The GNIPST Football Tournament (for male students) and Table
Tennis tournament (for female students) was held on 25th and
26th September, 2014.
On 5th September, 2014 the students of GNIPST have arranged a
wonderful Teachers Day Programme. On behalf of all the teachers
of GNIPST I would like to thank our beloved students.
The Freshers welcome programme was held on 14th August, 2014.
Welcome 1st year students.
We congratulate the following M.Pharm. final year students who
have made their positions in different pharmaceutical companies.
Anirban Banerjee (Emami Ltd.)
Mahender Roy (Stadmed private Ltd.)
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We congratulate the following B.Pharm. final year students for

their success.
Samadrita Mukherjee (Abbott India Ltd.)
Suman Sarkar (Tata Medical Centre-Apollo Pharmacy)
Shrewashee Mukherjee (Fresenius Kabi-Parenteral Nutrition)
Avishek Naskar (Glaxo SmithKline-Marketing)
Bappaditya Manik (USV Limited)
Sarbani Das (Nutri Synapzz-Marketing)
Ankita Roy (Nutri Synapzz-Marketing)
Rahul Mitra (B M Pharmaceuticals-Production)
The following B.Pharm. final year students have qualified, GPAT2014. We congratulate them all.
Utsha Sinha
Satarupa Bhattacharya
Sandipan Sarkar
Purbali Chakraborty
Reminiscence, 2014(GNIPST Reunion) was held in College
campus on 2nd February,2014.
1st Annual Sports of GNIPST was held on 3rd February,2014 in
College campus ground.
An industrial tour and biodiversity tour was conducted in Sikkim
for B.Pharm and B.Sc. students under the supervision of Mr. Asis
Bala, Ms. Jeentara Begum and Ms. Moumita Chowdhury.
B.Pharm 3rd year won the GNIPST Football Champions trophy,
2013. B.Pharm 3rd year won the final match 1-0 against B.Pharm 2nd
year. Deep Chakraborty was the only scorer of the final.

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STUDENTS SECTION
WHO CAN ANS WER FIRS T????
In 1865, the first edition of which book
by an English mathematician was
withdrawn because of bad printing?
In 1818 which thing was discovered by
general taylor in India?

A) Dabur

Answer of Previous Issues Questions:

B) Astrophysics, nanosciences and neurosciences

Identify the person

Answer of Previous Issues Image:

Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, Isro head

Send
your
thoughts/
Quiz/Puzzles/games/write-ups or any other
contributions
for
Students
Section&
answers of this Section at [email protected]

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EDITORS NOTE
It is a great pleasure for me to publish the 1st issue of 39th Volume
of GNIPST BULLETIN. All the followers of GNIPST BULLETIN
are able to avail the bulletin through facebook account GNIPST
bulletin I am very much thankful to all the GNIPST members and
readers who are giving their valuable comments, encouragements
and supports. I am also thankful to Dr. Abhijit Sengupta, Director
of GNIPST for his valuable advice and encouragement. Special
thanks to Dr. Prerona Saha, Mr. Debabrata Ghosh Dastidar
and Mr. Soumya Bhattacharya for their kind co-operation and
technical supports. Thank you Mr. Soumya Bhattacharya for the
questionnaires of the student section. An important part of the
improvement of the bulletin is the contribution of the readers. You
are invited to send in your write ups, notes, critiques or any kind of
contribution for the forthcoming special and regular issue.
ARCHIVE
GNIPST organized a garment distribution programme on 28th
September, 2013 at Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Adyapith,
Kolkata. On this remarkable event about hundred people have
received garments. More than hundred students and most of the
faculties participated on that day with lot of enthusiasm.
GNIPST celebrated World Heart Day (29th September) and
Pharmacists Day (25th September) on 25th and 26th September,
2013 in GNIPST Auditorium. A seminar on Violence against
woman and female foeticide was held on GNIPST Auditorium on
25th September organized by JABALA Action Research
Organization. On 26th September an intra-college Oral and Poster
presentation competition related to World Pharmacists day and
Heart day was held in GNIPST. Ms. Purbali Chakraborty of
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B.Pharm 4th year won the first prize in Oral Presentation. The
winner of Poster presentation was the group of Ms. Utsa Sinha,
Mr. Koushik Saha and Mr. Niladri Banerjee (B.Pharm 4th year). A
good number of students have participated in both the
competition with their valuable views.

Teachers day was celebrated on 5th September, 2013 by the

students of GNIPST in GNIPST Auditorium.
Azalea (exotic flower ) , the fresher welcome programme for
newcomers of GNIPST in the session 2013-14 was held on 8th
August in GNIPST Auditorium.
One day seminar cum teachers development programme for
school teachers on the theme of Recent Trends of Life Sciences
in Higher Education organized by GNIPST held on 29th June,
2013 at GNIPST auditorium. The programme was inaugurated by
Prof . Asit Guha, Director of JIS Group, Mr. U.S. Mukherjee, Dy
Director of JIS Group and Dr. Abhijit Sengupta, Director cum
Principal of GNIPST with lamp lighting. The programme started
with an opening song performed by the B.Pharm students of this
institute. The seminar consists of a series of lectures, video
presentations and poster session. On the pre lunch session 4
lectures were given by Dr. Lopamudra Dutta, Mr. Debabrata
Ghosh Dastidar, Ms. Swati Nandy and Ms. Tamalika Chakraborty
respectively. On their presentation the speakers enlighten the
recent development of Pharmacy, Genetics and Microbiology and
their correlation with Life Sciences. On the post lunch session, Ms.
Saini Setua and Ms. Sanchari Bhattacharjee explained the recent
development and career opportunities in Biotechnology and
Hospital Management. The programme was concluded with
valedictory session and certificate distribution.
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About 50 Higher secondary school teachers from different

schools of Kolkata and North& South 24 Parganas district of West
Bengal participated in this programme. A good interactive session
between participants and speakers was observed in the seminar.
The seminar was a great success with the effort of faculties, staffs
and students of our Institute. It was a unique discussion platform
for school teachers and professional of the emerging and newer
branches of Life Science.
The general body meeting of APTI, Bengal Branch has been
conducted at GNIPST on 15th June, 2012. The program started with
a nice presentation by Dr. Pulok Kr. Mukherjee, School of Natural
Products, JU on the skill to write a good manuscript for
publication in impact journals. It was followed by nearly two hour
long discussion among more than thirty participants on different
aspects of pharmacy education. Five nonmember participants
applied for membership on that very day.
GNIPST is now approved by AICTE and affiliated to WBUT for
conducting the two years post graduate course (M.Pharm)
in PHARMACOLOGY. The approved number of seat is 18.
The number of seats in B.Pharm. has been increased from 60 to
120.
AICTE has sanctioned a release of grant under Research
Promotion Scheme (RPS) during the financial year 2012-13to
GNIPST as per the details below:
a. Beneficiary Institution: Guru Nanak Institution of Pharmaceutical
Science & Technology.
b. Principal Investigator: Dr. LopamudraDutta.
c. Grant-in-aid sanctioned:Rs. 16,25000/- only
d. Approved duration: 3 years

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e. Title of the project: Screening and identification of potential

medicinal plant of Purulia & Bankura districts of West Bengal
with respect to diseases such as diabetes, rheumatism, Jaundice,
hypertension and developing biotechnological tools for enhancing
bioactive molecules in these plants.

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