MICROBIOLOGY

PROFILE

The Microbiology Department in Andhra University, currently housed in Advanced Sciences Bhavan was started in 1999-2000 as a self-financing course in the Department of Biochemistry. Prof. T. Govardhana Reddy from the Department of Biochemistry was the first co- coordinator for the Microbiology course, followed by Prof G. Seshagiri Rao from the same Department. Prof G. Subba Rangaiah from Botany Department was the first Head of the Department, followed by Prof K.P.J. Hemalatha from Biochemistry, Prof. P.K. Ratna Kumar from Botany, Dr. V. Lakshmi Kalpana, Dr. V. Lakshmi and Prof. G. Sudhakar from the Department of Human Genetics successively. Dr V. Lakshmi from Human Genetics Department is currently in the chair as Head of the Department.

Microbiology is a broad discipline of Applied Sciences which deals with the world of microorganisms that are, too small to be seen with the naked eye. We are born into a world dominated by microorganisms, many of which carry out important functions essential for all the life on earth. Microbiology has generated loads of opportunities for the past few years leading to a rush in the number of students who are looking to pursue this field as a career. The Microbiology Department in Andhra University has made significant contribution in terms of academic standards as evidenced by placement of students which is always 85-90%, remaining 10-15% enrolled for higher education. The alumni of this Department occupy high positions in reputed national and international research institutes and Pharma companies such as Indian Immunological Ltd., Dr. Reddys, Divis, Aurobindo, Pfizer, Laurus, Lupin, Hetero, Mylan, Santha Biotech, etc. International students from countries like Iran, Iraq, Ethiopia, UAE and Nepal are some of our alumni.