Shillong, Mar 1: The University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) celebrated National Science Day 2026 with great enthusiasm through a series of academic and interactive programmes aimed at promoting scientific awareness, research aptitude and innovation among students.
The Department of Chemistry in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) organised a workshop on ‘Research Methodology in Chemistry: Concepts, Tools, and Best Practices.’ The workshop featured Prof Pranjal Saikia of Gauhati University as the distinguished resource person.
During the session, Saikia elaborated on fundamental concepts of scientific research, modern analytical tools, and effective research methodologies essential for academic and experimental excellence. The workshop enabled students to develop practical research skills and provided valuable insights to strengthen their research projects, publications and future academic pursuits in chemistry, a press release stated yesterday.
Simultaneously, the Department of Applied Biology held its celebration, which included a speech competition along with engaging science-based activities such as an inertia challenge and a balance game, encouraging experiential learning and scientific thinking among participants. The programme concluded with a prize distribution ceremony.
