Mithibai College was established by Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal in
1961, with Department of Chemistry as one of the largest departments
having 28 to 29 staff members at the time. Since beginning the
department of Chemistry has been providing with undergraduate course
along with postgraduate courses in Physical, Inorganic and Organic
Chemistry. Recently in the year 2012-2013, the department got an
approval from the University of Mumbai to start with the postgraduate
course in Analytical Chemistry.
Highly qualified, experienced and
committed teaching faculty serves the department to hoist the budding
scientists. It is their meticulous teaching that has given excellent
results over the years. Many undergraduate students who opted for
Chemistry got gold medal in the University examinations, is the
testimony to this fact.
Also, there are co-operative non teaching staffs, who work in shifts, to cater the needs and requirements of the students.
The
students are encouraged to the best of their abilities to indulge in
research work and pursue Ph.D. degree. Active research is being carried
out in Organic, Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry. In the year
2012-2013, four research scholars were awarded Doctorate degree in
Chemistry. All through these years, the department through its various
achievers has created its indelible credibility amongst recognized
institutes over the world.. Our department strives to:
- Support creation of hub of knowledge by encouraging participation and innovation through B.Sc., M.Sc. and Ph.D. programmes.
- To create highly competent professionals that will serve the community and the nation.
- The
Department of Chemistry endeavors to be a nationally-recognized model
for educating students prepared to compete in and contribute to the
ever-changing, technology-centered world of the 21st century. To
achieve this vision, the department is committed to provide a
high-quality, innovative and intellectually challenging course of study.
Fortunately, the applicability of a background in Chemistry is vast,
resulting in myriad fields in which one may work. The sky is the
limit!
- A candidate who has done his /her post graduation in
the subject of Chemistry can apply for the NET exam which is conducted
by UGC. The successful completion and scoring in this exam can guarantee
a career in academics.
- Chemistry is involved in several
industrial branches, important for the economy and employment. Due to
the broadness of the scientific program, graduates, post graduates and
doctors in chemistry are fit to apply for jobs in different sectors of
industry and their possibilities on the job market are very diverse.
Chemists are employed by such industries as:- Pharmaceuticals/ Drugs
- Mining and Metallurgy
- Petroleum
- Food and Beverage Production
- Computers and Telecommunications
- Fine and Heavy Chemical Manufacturing
- Paint, plastics, coatings, etc.
- Personal, baby and household care product and cosmetic
- Pulp and paper, etc.
In these industries, the chemists’ role could be concerned with: - Research and Development
- Chemical production
- Management
- Sales and marketing
- Quality assurance and Quality Control
- Manufacturing Process Control
- Industrial Hygiene
- Careers
in clinical chemistry include jobs in hospital laboratories analyzing
body tissues and fluids for diagnostic purposes, developing new
analytical techniques, and pursuing fundamental research.
- A
chemist can pursue a law degree and become a patent attorney. Patent
attorneys work in either a law firm or as an in-house counsel for a
corporation. Patent law deals with patents, copyrights, trademarks and
trade secrets.
- State and central law enforcement organizations
use chemists in their forensic laboratories. Forensic science includes
many distinct disciplines that may be used in a legal investigation.
- There are various government agencies that also hire chemists and chemical engineers.
- Technical
and Science Writing: Careers in this field include writing of technical
material for industrial companies, science writer for magazines or
newspapers, editor of scientific publications, etc.
- Ms. Prutha Patel Scored 90.25% in T.Y.B.Sc. Semester-V
- M.s Kinjal Parmar Scored 90.25% in T.Y.B.Sc. Semester-V
- Ms. Bhoomi Gevariya Scored 90.25% in T.Y.B.Sc. Semester-V
- Students of Chemistry department participated in various inter collegiate competitions and won many prizes in different events.
- Ms. Drishti Kavaiya and Ms. Mahima Donga won first prize while Ms. Pankti Mehta and Master Jimit Panchal won second prize in ‘situation resolution’ event at Ruia College.
- Master Sangam Sharma, Master Pratik Bhojani and Master Mehul Patel won first prize while Ms. Drishti Kavaiya, Ms. Mahima Donga and Ms. Pankti Mehta won third prize in treasure hunt at ICT Matunga.
- Ms. Pankti Mehta won first prize in Chem - quiz and second prize in Chem - enigma at Ruia College.
- Master Darshan Oza won second prize in poster presentation at MD College and also won third prize in poster presentation at ICT Matunga.
- Master Mayank Singh (T.Y), Ms. Jinal Patel (T.Y), Ms. Hetvi Parikh (S.Y), Ms. Poonam Patil (F.Y) and Ms. Vandana Sharma (T.Y) were awarded the certificate of participation for participating in Indian Chemical Society’s 34th aptitude test in Chemistry.
- Ms. Gevariya Bhoomi, Ms. Gupta Priyanka, Ms. Jain Jingal, Ms. Mishra Pooja, Ms. Sharma Vandana, Master Oza Darshan and Master Singh Mayank students of third year B.Sc. were awarded certificate of participation for participating in CONTECH 2017-18 (Concept Test in Chemistry for undergraduate students organised by Association of Chemistry Teachers (ACT), C/o Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Mumbai)
- Summer training attended by the students (2015-16)
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No.
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Name of the student
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Level
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Institution
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Duration
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1
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Ms. Shivani Jani
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S.Y.B.Sc.
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Roha Dyechem Pvt. Ltd., Andheri
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1 month
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2
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Ms. Rashmi Rajendra Nautiyal
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S.Y.B.Sc.
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Aarti Industries, Dombivali
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1 month
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3
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Ms. Nancy Jayeshkumar Soni
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S.Y.B.Sc.
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Maharaja Sayajirao Baroda
University, Baroda
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2 months
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4
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Ms. Bushra Shoaib Memon
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T.Y.B.Sc.
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Materials Group, Modular Lab,
BARC
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7 weeks
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5
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Ms. Aarti Karmdeo Jha
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T.Y.B.Sc.
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Materials Group, Modular Lab,
BARC
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6 weeks
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TYBSc. Sem VI Results 2015-16
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Name
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Percentage
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Ms. Gala
Vidhi
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90.00
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Mr. Desai Akshat
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86.50
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Ms.
Fatwani Heena
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85.88
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Students with O Grade
Name | Grade |
Ms. Gala Vidhi | O |
Mr. Desai Akshat | O |
Ms. Fatwani Heena | O |
Mr. Darji Krishna | O |
Ms. Mishra Bhavna | O |
Ms. Mistry Drishti | O |
Mr. Panchal Dharmesh | O |
OUTREACH ACTIVITY
- Department of Chemistry conducted an outreach activity in Manilal Sunderland Municipal School, Vile Parle (W) on 21st March 2018 for the students of Class VIII.
- Concepts of acidity, basicity, pH, distillation, electrochemical cell and different electrodes were discussed with few demonstrations by highly enthusiastic faculty members of department. Entire programme was highly appreciated by the students and teachers of the school.
BARC VISIT
- Students of FYBSc visited BARC (Bhabha Atomic Research Centre) on 1st March 2018. The visit began with Central Conference Room Complex where a video was shown on the life of Sir C.V.Raman, an eminent physicist and a Nobel Laureate and his discovery of Scattering of Light-Raman Effect.
- After the video there was an interesting lecture by Dr.R.K.Bhandari, Former Director of VECC, Kolkata on topic of Accelerators and their applications –which was also the theme of this year’s National Science Day. Then a quiz session was held. Students of Mithibai won two prizes by answering the questions in quiz. An exhibition including various models and presentation on the theme of accelerators was the next attraction. After lunch, students headed towards FOTIA(Folded Tandem Ion Accelerator) facility, FIPLY (Food Irradiation Processing Laboratory) and the nation’s pride and India’s largest nuclear reactor, DHRUVA Reactor. The interaction of students with the scientists led to interesting discussions on the nuclear science and motivated students to continue their interest in science.
CONTECH 2017 – 2018.
- Concept Test in Chemistry (CONTECH) for undergraduate students organised by Association of Chemistry Teachers (ACT), C/o Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Mumbai was conducted at Mithibai College on January 30 (11.00 to 1.00 p.m). 10 students of third year B.Sc. course participated in the same.
GUEST LECTURE
- A lecture by Prof. S. D. Samant (Professor, Institute of Chemical Technology, Matunga) was organised by the department of Chemistry under DBT star college activity on Saturday 20th January (11.00 to 1.00 p.m).
- 76 undergraduate students and 18 faculty members attended this. The topic was ‘Chemistry: Domain and Life skills’.
INSTRUMENTATION WORKSHOP
- A workshop for instrumentation was held by Chemistry department on 22nd December from10 am – 1 pm.
- Various commonly used instruments in lab for undergraduate students were demonstrated. 12 faculty members participated in the said workshop.
CHEM TREK 2017
- Chem trek, a departmental event was organised on 6thSeptember 2017. Chief guest Dr. (Prof.) A. K. Srivastava inspired the students by highlighting the importance of hard work in a successful career. Total 228 students participated in different knowledge and fun based events like Pen it down, Oral quiz, Alchemy, Zazzle Art, Chem- jam, Treasure hunt, and Chemical housie.
BARC VISIT
Chemistry Department of Mithibai College organized a study tour to BARC on National Science Day (NSD-2016). A group of 23 T.Y.B.Sc. students were escorted by Dr. Hetal Sampat and Ms. Divya Chenna to BARC on 28th February, 2016.
CHEM TREK (2015)
Department of Chemistry, Mithibai College, organized an event ‘Chem trek’ on 28th and 29th August 2015. Intention to create awareness among the student fraternity about Chemistry and day to day life was successful to a greater extent. Dr. R. K. Vatsa from BARC inaugurated the event. A lecture delivered by him on scope and importance of Chemistry gave students glimpses of careers in Chemistry. Participants explored the various aspects of Chemistry through different activities like quiz, Best out of waste, magic show, art circle, treasure hunt, just talk, chemical housie etc.
Concept Test in Chemistry (CONTECH – 15)
Department of Chemistry, Mithibai College conducted the concept test in Chemistry (CONTECH – 15) on August 31, 2015 at Mithibai College. CONTECH is a competitive test at national level for UG students in chemistry, organized by Association of Chemistry Teachers (ACT), c/o Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Mumbai. Thirty students appeared for the test. Dr. S. S. Mangaonkar assisted in the conduct of the test. Dr. (Ms.) Prajakta S. Sarang worked as a college coordinator for this test.
CHEM TREK (2014)
The department of Chemistry, Mithibai College organized an event ‘Chem Trek’ to motivate active learning among student fraternity. Round about 150 enthusiastic students participated in different activities like quiz (written and oral), magic show, just talk, treasure hunt.
BARC VISIT
Chemistry Department of Mithibai College organized one day visit to BARC on National Educational Day i.e. 27th February, 2015.A group of 11 post-graduate students under the guidance of Dr. Hetal Sampat visited BARC on that day.