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The Botany Department at Union Christian College aims to be a leading center for botanical education, research, and community engagement, fostering a deep understanding of plant biology and its applications in promoting sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and human well-being.

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BSc Honours – 4 year degree program

2 years
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MicroMiracles: Techniques that transform plant science
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MicroMiracles: Techniques that transform plant science

Report Event Name: Micro Miracles: Techniques That Transform Plant Science. Date: 26 November 2025 Time: 10 am-3 pmVenue: Botany Laboratory, Union Christian College, AluvaOrganised By: Department of Botany, U. C. College, Aluva Participating Institutions: Union Christian College, Aluva and SNM College, Maliankara.Resource Person: Dr. Vinoth Thomas, Retired Principal Scientist, Rubber Research Institute of India  2. Objective The main objectives were: To familiarize students with different types of microscopes and their applications. To provide hands-on training in specimen collection, fixation, staining, sectioning, and slide preparation. To enhance students’ ability to observe, interpret, and document microscopic structures accurately. 3. Event Summary A…

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  • MicroMiracles: Techniques that transform plant science
    MicroMiracles: Techniques that transform plant science
    November 25, 2025
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  • Congratulations to Sreeniranjana Prasad
    Congratulations to Sreeniranjana Prasad
    August 11, 2025
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  • Invited Talk
    Invited Talk
    March 5, 2025
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  • Gifted Children Programme
    Gifted Children Programme
    February 25, 2025
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Research

  • Publications

    1. Jose, A., & Ananthan, C. (2025). Assessing air pollution tolerance: A study of roadside plants. Journal of Stress Physiology & Biochemistry, 21(2), 201–215. 2. Prithviraj, P. S., & Reshmi,…

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  • Research Infrastructure

    DST-FIST lab

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  • Domains of Research

    Tissue Culture, Cell culture, Plant Physiology

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  • Research Guides

    Dr. Manju M. George Dr. M. Anilkumar Dr. Justin R. Nayagam

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