24.09.2026 - GUEST LECTURE ON "PRECLINICAL TRIALS IN DRUG DISCOVERY
The Department of Microbiology, organized a Guest Lecture on “Preclinical Trials in Drug Discovery” on 24 September 2026. The session was delivered by Dr. Saravanan, Professor (Research), Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Thandalam, Chennai, who provided valuable insights into the significance of preclinical research in evaluating the safety and efficacy of potential drugs before human clinical trials. He explained the use of laboratory animal models such as mice, rats, and rabbits, their maintenance, ethical handling, various drug administration routes, and experimental procedures involved in drug discovery. The lecture emphasized the importance of ethical guidelines, animal welfare, and appropriate research methodologies in pharmaceutical development. Students from B.Sc. and M.Sc. Microbiology actively participated and gained practical insights into preclinical research and emerging opportunities in drug discovery. The session was informative and interactive, enhancing students’ research awareness and understanding of the scientific and ethical aspects of drug development.
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