GNIPST BULLETIN 2017

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27th January, 2017

Volume No.: 63

Issue No.: 03

Vision
To develop responsible citizens who would be professionally equipped to think globally and act
locally and become reformers of society to meet the challenges of future.
Mission
To impart high quality pharmaceutical science, technology and management education to the budding
professionals and provide the ambience needed for developing requisite skills to make a mark of
excellence in Education, Research, Business , Industry and achieve highest personal standards.
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

Wilbur and Orville Wright

Wilbur and Orville Wright established a marvelous legacy in the
history of world, alongside the greatest American inventors, with
the invention of the first successful, fully powered and heavierthan-air flying machine. The airplane, which was created in
Dayton, Ohio and made operational at Kitty Hawk, North
Carolina, on December 17, 1903, virtually kicked off the aerial age.
The invention is considered as one of the most important events in
the 20th century.
Early Life:
The Wright brothers belonged to the deep mid-western America.
Various generations on both sides of the family had been erstwhile
colonists on the Ohio and Indiana frontier. Milton Wright, the
dad, was an itinerant minister, who served as a bishop in the
Church of the United Brethren in Christ. His job meant that the
family saw many church posts across the place. Susan, the mom,
had been a member of the United Brethren, and an intelligent, shy
person.
Contributions and Legacy:
The Wrights brothers began experimenting in aeronautics in 1899
as they mastered their skills by 1905. In these six years, with
brilliant originality, they determined the necessary elements of the
problem, conceptualized creative technical solutions, and created
practical mechanical design tools with constituents that resulted
in an executable aircraft. The effors meant much more than merely
coaxing a machine off the ground.
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They laid down the fundamental principles of aircraft design that

are still relevant to this day. After introducing the invention to the
public in the United States and Europe in 1908, they gained
international fame and recognition. The Wright Company started
manufacturing airplanes for sale and created wealth that far
exceeded
anybodys
imaginations.
The
contemporary
experimenters and aviators responsively overtook and surpassed
their designs, but it was Wilbur and Orville Wright who made the
landmark discovery that made them immortal in history.
Air transportation and military aviation have had an
indeterminable economic, geopolitical, and cultural impact in the
entire world.
Personal Life and Death:
The Wright brothers never got married. Wilbur Wright died of
typhoid. He was only 45 years old. Orville Wright died of a heart
attack at 77.

NEWS UPDATE

Republic Day of India 26 January

Republic day 2017 in India is celebrated on 26th of January. In

2017, India is celebrating its 68th Republic Day. First Republic
Day of India was celebrated in 1950.

Nanoparticles hitchhiking their way along strands

of hair: (27th January, 2017)

In shampoo ads, hair always looks like a shiny, smooth surface. But
for physicists peering into microscopes, the hair surface looks
much more rugged, as it is made of saw-tooth, ratchet-like scales.
In a new theoretical study scientists have demonstrated that
massaging hair can help to apply drug treatment -- encapsulated in
nanoparticles trapped in the channels formed around individual
hairs -- to the hair roots.

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Research suggests way to improve

treatments: (27th January, 2017)

stroke

Working with animal models, researchers now have demonstrated

the potential of giving a drug in combination with tPA that might
improve stroke outcomes and increase the window of opportunity
for the therapy.

New review of medicinal compounds in toad

secretions compiled: (27th January, 2017)

The cane toad, which overran Australia when introduced there,

and Panama's iconic, endangered golden frog both belong to the
family Bufonidae. Researchers combed through many research
papers to compile all of the known chemicals produced by
members of this amphibian family well known to practitioners of
folk medicine. This is a first step toward the identification of new
pharmaceuticals from amphibians at a time when human diseases
are becoming alarmingly antibiotic resistant.

'Survival gene' stops strains of TB mutating into

deadly 'superbugs': (27th January, 2017)

A newly found 'survival gene' stops strains of TB mutating into

deadly 'superbugs,' outlines a new report. The discovery of a gene
called NucS that dramatically reduces mutation rates in
mycobacteria -- the infectious microbe which causes tuberculosis
(TB).

Artificial intelligence uncovers new insight into

biophysics of cancer: (27th January, 2017)

For the first time, artificial intelligence has been used to discover
the exact interventions needed to obtain a specific, previously
unachievable result in vivo, providing new insight into the
biophysics of cancer and raising broad implications for
biomedicine.

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Modest
physical
activity
associated
with
improvement in markers, data suggests: (26th
January, 2017)

Insulin resistance, a predictor of cardiovascular risk and the

development of diabetes, may be modulated with even modest
levels of physical activity, new research indicates.

Mitochondrial dysfunction is the root cause of

many diseases: (26th January, 2017)

Mitochondrial dysfunction is the root cause of many diseases that

are bewildering in their variety and complexity. They include rare
genetic disorders in children, some forms of heart disease, and
most likely many cases of Parkinsons disease.

Biologists identify reproductive 'traffic cop':

(24th January, 2017)

Researchers have found a protein that regulates how chromosomes

pair up and pass genetic information. FDK-6 dictates the speed at
which maternal and paternal chromosome strands move and join
in roundworms.
For detail mail to editor

KNOWLEDGE BASED ARTICLE

FDA confirms elevated levels of belladonna in

certain homeopathic teething products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that its

laboratory analysis found inconsistent amounts of belladonna, a
toxic substance, in certain homeopathic teething tablets,
sometimes far exceeding the amount claimed on the label. The
agency is warning consumers that homeopathic teething tablets
containing belladonna pose an unnecessary risk to infants and
children and urges consumers not to use these products.
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In light of these findings, the FDA contacted Standard

Homeopathic Company in Los Angeles, the manufacturer of
Hylands homeopathic teething products, regarding a recall of its
homeopathic teething tablet products labeled as containing
belladonna, in order to protect consumers from inconsistent levels
of belladonna. At this time, the company has not agreed to conduct
a recall. The FDA recommends that consumers stop using these
products marketed by Hylands immediately and dispose of any in
their possession. In November 2016, Raritan Pharmaceuticals (East
Brunswick, New Jersey) recalled three belladonna-containing
homeopathic products, two of which were marketed by CVS.
The bodys response to belladonna in children under two years of
age is unpredictable and puts them at unnecessary risk, said Janet
Woodcock, M.D., director of the FDAs Center for Drug Evaluation
and Research. We recommend that parents and caregivers not
give these homeopathic teething tablets to children and seek
advice from their health care professional for safe alternatives.
Homeopathic teething products have not been evaluated or
approved by the FDA for safety or effectiveness. The agency is
unaware of any proven health benefit of the products, which are
labeled to relieve teething symptoms in children. In September
2016, the FDA warned against the use of these products after
receiving adverse event reports.
Consumers should seek medical care immediately if their child
experiences seizures, difficulty breathing, lethargy, excessive
sleepiness, muscle weakness, skin flushing, constipation, difficulty
urinating, or agitation after using homeopathic teething products.
The FDA encourages health care professionals and consumers to
report adverse events or quality problems experienced with the
use of homeopathic teething products to the FDAs MedWatch
Adverse Event Reporting program:
Complete
and
submit
the
report
online
at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm; or
Download and complete the form, then submit it via fax at 1800-FDA-0178.
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The FDA, an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and

Human Services, protects the public health by assuring the safety,
effectiveness, security of human and veterinary drugs, vaccines and
other biological products for human use, and medical devices. The
Agency is also responsible for the safety and security of our
nations food supply, cosmetics, dietary supplements, products
that give off electronic radiation, and for regulating tobacco
products.
Jeenatara Begum
Assistant Professor
GNIPST

DISEASE RELATED BREAKING NEWS

Hepatitis E Chad: (24th January, 2017)

From 1 September 2016 until 13 January 2017, a total of 693 cases
including 11 deaths of acute jaundice syndrome (AJS) have been
reported from Am Timan, Chad.
Read more

UPCOMING EVENTS

DST sponsored two days National Conference on Recent

Advancement in Drug Discovery and Development at Geetanjali

Institute of Pharmacy, Geetanjali University, Udaipur (Rajasthan)
will be held on 4th to 5th February, 2017.

DRUGS UPDATES

FDA Approves Trulance: (19th January, 2017)

The
U.S.
Food
and
Drug
Administration
today
approved Trulance (plecanatide) for the treatment of Chronic
Idiopathic Constipation (CIC) in adult patients. No one
medication works for all patients suffering from chronic
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gastrointestinal disorders, said Julie Beitz, M.D., director of the

Office of Drug Evaluation III in the FDAs Center for Drug
Evaluation and Research. With the availability of new therapies,
patients and their doctors can select the most appropriate
treatment for their condition.
Read more

CAMPUS NEWS
NBA Accreditation:
NBA has accreditated GNIPST.
Debate competition:
On 19th November, 2016 our student Pratik Nandy and Dippoman
Guha was participated in All India University debate Competition
organized by Calcutta Debate Circle.
International seminar 2016:
International seminar on Global Advancement in Pharmaceutical
research and startup organized by GNIPST in collaboration with
IPGA was held on 22nd October, 2016 at GNIPST auditorium.
NBA visit:
The experts of National Board of Accreditation or NBA will be
going to visit GNIPST on 24th September and 25th September,
2016.
Freshers welcome programme:
On 12th September GNIPST organized the Freshers welcome
programme Kulrav 2k16.
GNIPST Football Match 2016:
On 31st August and 1st September GNIPST sports club organized a
football match. The winner of the football match was B.Pharm 3rd
year.
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Recent Trends in Pharmaceutical Research:

A Science Awareness Programme comprising of seminar on
Recent Trends in Pharmaceutical Research was organized by
GNIPST in collaboration with National Academy of Science India
(NASI) on 30th august, 2016 from 2 pm to 4.30 pm at GNIPST
auditorium. Plantation programme was also organized by Eco club.
Dr. Hemanta Kumar Majumder, gave his valuable lecture on
Modern Biology & its Evolution and Dr. Pijush K Das delivered
his lecture on Site specific Drug Targeting Magic Bullet
approach.
World Photography Day celebration:
On 19th August 2016 GNIPST celebrated World Photography Day
at Dakhineswar.
Friendly Football Match:
On 15th August 2016 GNIPST organised a friendly football match
with Alumni members.
Farewell 2016:
On 25th May 2016 GNIPST celebrated the farewell programme for
the final year students. Best of luck to all final year students for
their future life.
ALUMNI MEMBERS 2016:
Congratulations to new Alumni Members of GNIPST.

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Placement Record 2016:

SL
NO

COMPANY NAME

DR. LAL PATH LAB

APOLLO
PHARMACY

36

25

ABBOTT INDIA

74

03

HETERO DRUGS

18

Production,
QC and QA

ERIS LIFE SCIENCES

01

18 (Waiting
for final
interview)
01 (Joined)

JUPITER
PHARMACEUTICALS

05

01 (Joined)

Production,
QC and QA

GOVT PHARMACIST

4 (Joined)

Hospital
Pharmacist

ALCHEMIST EYE
HOSPITAL

Hospital
Pharmacist

21

10

OPTIVAL HEALTH
SOLUTIONS PVT.
LTD. (MEDPLUS)
NESTLE INDIA LTD

2 (Waiting for
final
interview)
21

08

02

11

LUPIN

01

01

12

GSK
PHARMACEUTICAL
LTD
OAK
PHARMACEUTICAL

05

02 (1 of them
already joined)

Sales and
Marketing

06

02 (Joined)

Sales and
Marketing

13

NUMBER OF
NUMBER OF
STUDENT
STUDENT
APPEARED/APPLIED SELECTED
64
7

JOB
PROFILE
Sales,
Marketing and
office assistant
Hospital and
retail chain
pharmacist
Sales and
Marketing

Sales and
Marketing

Community
Pharmacist
Nutrition
Officer
Trainee
Sales and
Marketing

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IPA Bengal Pharma & Healthcare trust scholarship 2016:

Congratulations to Rudradip Das, student of B.Pharm 3rd year has

been awarded IPA Bengal Pharma & Healthcare trust scholarship
2016.
Accreditation by NAAC:
SL.
NAME
OF
STATE
CGPA(out
GRADE
NO.
THE
of scale 4)
INSTITUTE
01
Guru
Nanak
West
2.70
B
Institute
of
Bengal
Pharmaceutical
Science
And
Technology,
Kolkata-700114

GPAT 2016 Result:

The following B.Pharm. final year students have qualified, GPAT2016. We congratulate them all.
Aishika Datta
Mainak Chatterjee
Indira Saha
Priyanka De
Aheli Mukherjee
Soumya Guha
Debanjana Das
Debalina Datta
Evana Patra
Himadrija Chatterjee
IRIS 2016:
GNIPST organized colllege fest IRIS 2016 from 11th to 13th March,
2016.
Result of different events:
Intracollege Quiz competition:
1st: Arani Roy and Dipayan Nath
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2nd: Bhaskar Singha and Pratik Nandi

Intracollege Painting competition:
1st: Swagata Paul
2nd: Aviraj Pathak
3rd: Dippyoman Guha
Group Dance Competition:
Karma Group
Intercollege Solo Dance Competition:
1st : Monodipa Ghosh
2nd: Aditya Paul (NIT)
Antaksari Competition:
1st: Sunanda and Aparupa
2nd: Meghna and Joyita
3rd: Arpita and Pami
Intercollege Solo Singing Competition:
1st: Arpita Sarkar
2nd: Arvind Raj (Sudhir Chandra College)
3rd: Priyam Mondal (Supreme College)
Intercollege Band Competition:
1st: D Errors
2nd: Mukti
3rd: GNIPST band
Fashion:
Best Male: Md. Nadeem Shah
Best Female: Sweta
Best Couple: Md. Nadeem Shah and Susmita Kar
Blood donation Camp 2016:
On 4th March 2016 Social Service club and Alumni Association
of GNIPST organized a Blood donation camp in association with
Association of voluntary Blood Donars, West Bengal.
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Reminiscence & 1st Alumni meet 2016:

On 28th February 2016 GNIPST organized the Reunion programme
Reminiscence & 1st Alumni meet 2016.
National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC):
A NAAC peer team completed a three-day inspection (17th
February to 19th February, 2016) of GNIPST to evaluate its
academic credibility and infrastructure on Friday.
Saraswati Puja 2016:
On 13th February 2016 the students of GNIPST celebrated
Saraswati Puja at GNIPST campus.

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EDITORS NOTE
It is a great pleasure for me to publish the 3rd issue of 63rd 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
OTHERS:
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
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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Activity Clubs of GNIPST:

Name of Club
CULTURAL
DEBATE AND EXTEMPORE
ECO
LITERARY AND PAINTING
PHOTOGRAPHY

Member Faculty
Ms. Priyanka Ray
Mr. Soumya Bhattacharya
Ms. Sumana Roy
Ms. Jeenatara Begum
Ms. Sanchari Bhattacharya and
Mr. Abir Koley
SCIENCE AND INNOVATIVE Mr. Samrat Bose
MODELLING
SOCIAL SERVICES
Dr. Asis Bala
SPORTS
Mr. Debabrata GhoshDastidar

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