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Once again congratulations to one and all for being one of the

few Universities in India to be certified ISO 9001:2008 by the

International Standards Certifications Private Limited,

Australia. Earlier the quality management system of Shobhit

University was ISO 9001:2000 certified. The certification

indeed distinguishes Shobhit University from all other Indian

Universities. A Seminar on Recent Applications of Robotics &

Embedded C organized by the School of Biomedical

Engineering and Robosapiens on August, 28, 2010 was a

delight for both the students and faculty. Kunwar Shekhar Vijendra, Hon’ble Pro Chancellor, who

inaugurated the workshop and all the invited participants were visibly impressed with the University

students demo of the soldier robo, garbage collector robo, line follower robots and other technical

marvels. It has been decided to set up a Robo Lab and have a core group of developers to design and

develop a moon rover robo prototype that will be offered to the Chandrayan II Team at ISRO. My best

wishes to them. Shobhit University is one of the first University in the region to become an NKN node

for futuristic e libraries, virtual classrooms and global database connectivity through the National

Knowledge Network, a visionary and futuristic enterprise of Govt of India to usher in knowledge

revolution. My heartiest welcome to the new Shobhitians both the teaching and student fraternity

who bring fresh vigor to our ever growing family!

Dr. Anoop SwarupVice-Chancellor

from intellect to empowerment

From the Vice-Chancellor's Desk

Shobhit University: First in the region to join the National Knowledge Network

Shobhit University has the proud privilege of being the

first University in the region to join the National

Knowledge Network (NKN). National Knowledge

Network, a high speed information network project for

connecting the knowledge institutions across the

country, is being implemented by a high level committee

constituted by Government of India chaired by Dr. R.

Chidambaram, Principal Scientific Advisor, Government

of India. Dr. Chidambaram conveyed this to Vice

Chancellor, Prof. Anoop Swarup and invited him to a

seminar being organized by NKN. This adds another

feather in Shobhit University’s cap.

ISO 9001:2008 Certification to Shobhit University

Congratulations to one and all associated with

Shobhit University, Meerut as the Quality

management system of Shobhit University is now

certified ISO 9001:2008 by International Standards

Certifications Private Limited, Australia. Earlier the

quality management system of Shobhit University

was ISO 9001:2000 certified. The certification

distinguishes Shobhit University from all other

Indian Universities.

PatronProf. Anoop SwarupVice-Chancellor

Executive EditorBrig. SK SareenRegistrar

EditorAnand Gaurav

Design byAkhilesh Singh

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Contact: Editor, New Dimensions SU Newsletter, Shobhit UniversityNH-58, ModipuramMeerut - 250 110, UP, India

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Volume 3, Issue 8

August 2010

NewDimensions

A newsletter of Shobhit University

Disclaimer: Opinion expressed herein does not necessarily represent the views of Shobhit University and no material should be reprinted or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without the explicit permission of the editor.

www.shobhituniversity.ac.in

Our InspirerBabu Vijendra Kumar Ji

Shobhit Institute of Engineering & Technology, Meerut

Shobhit University has been granted ISO 9001: 2008 accreditation after the assessment of the quality management system of Shobhit University by the representatives of the Joint Accreditation System of Australia, and New Zealand and International Standards Certifications Pty. Ltd.

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Prof. Harcharan Singh Ranu, Senior Scientist and Lead Technologist, Saud University, Riyadh

visited Centre for Biomedical Engineering (CBME), Shobhit University on August 26, 2010.

Prof. Ranu has been the president of American Orthopaedic Biomechanics Research Institute,

Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Prof. D.V. Rai, Director CBME introduced Prof. Ranu and highlighted his

contributions in area of biomedical engineering.

An accomplished engineer and educator with over 30 years of experience in academia,

government and industry, Prof. Ranu spoke about his Contributions to Biomedical

Engineering. He was the first scientist to calculate Poisson's ratio for cartilage from the dog's

femoral head. Prof. Ranu, discussed the development of “3-Dimensional Foot Print Device”

which is used to measure the plantar foot pressure for normal subjects and diabetic patients

with neurotrophic ulcers. This device has been helpful in reducing ulceration and amputation

significantly in the diabetic population. He highlighted various aspects of diabetic foot

syndrome and the use of memory biomaterials for special shoe insoles, such as gel bubble, to

prevent high forefoot pressures. Prof. Ranu also spoke on the development of laserectomy

technique used to relieve low back pain for herniated human spinal disc. This technique works

on Ranu’s principle which states that a small reduction in volume of the nucleus by laser

ablation results in an exponential drop in intradiscal pressure in the nucleus. He apprised the

audience about a technique to simulate 3-Dimensional Micro-fracture in different sports, e.g.,

Hockey Players, Gymnasts etc., and 3-Dimensional surgical simulations of spine.

Prof. Harcharan Singh Ranu, is Senior

Scientist and Lead Technologist at Saud

University, Riyadh.

Prof. Ranu has been Consultant for the

American Orthopaedic Biomechanics

Research Institute and a Visiting Research

Scientist at the Rizzoli Orthopaedics

Institute, Italy. He has been a Professor

and Director of Doctoral Program at Life

University, in Marietta, GA and previously,

Professor & Chair of the Dept. of

Biomechanics at New York College of

Osteopathic Medicine. Prof. Ranu

received his Doctoral degree from the

University of Westminster & the Middlesex

Hospital Medical School, London, England

for his research on the “Effects of Ionizing

Radiation on the Mechanical Properties of

Skin".

Prof. Ranu is also a Visiting Professor at

medical teaching institutions in Argentina,

Australia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, China,

India, Japan, Russia, South Korea, Turkey

and U.K.

Prof. Harcharan Singh Ranu Visits Shobhit University

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thThe 64 Independence Day was celebrated on August 15, 2010 at the

University lawns. Celebrations started with Flag Hoisting Ceremony by

Prof. Anoop Swarup, Vice-Chancellor, followed by his address to the

students, faculty and staff of the University. Vice-Chancellor highlighted

the significance of the Independence Day and paid homage to the

heroes of Indian Independence and apprised the audience about great

sacrifices made during our struggle for freedom. He appealed to the

youth that being an emerging developed nation, they should continue to

practice the values of self-service, sacrifice, fearlessness, truth,

compassion and non-violence. He added that Shobhit University,

Meerut is emerging as a pioneering institution of higher education and

research and the commitment is evident by the excellent achievement

of the students and faculty of the University.The University is also

developing state of the art infrastructure which is exemplified by the

newly developed academic block. As always he encouraged the

students by reciting a poem composed by him for the occasion. Prof. R P

Agarwal, Pro Vice-Chancellor apprised the students regarding the

importance of Independence Day followed by words of encouragement

for the students by Prof D.V Rai, Officiating Registrar. The highlight of the

celebrations was awards to the various staff members of the University

who have put in their days and nights to develop and maintain the

University. The celebrations concluded with distribution of sweets.

Independence Day Celebrations

Prof. Anoop Swarup, Vice-

Chancellor honored Prof.

Ranu with Memento and

appreciated his work. He

called upon the faculty and

students to take inspiration

from Prof. Ranu. Faculty and

students f rom var ious

Schools of the University

attended the talk.

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Workshop on Robotics and Embedded C Robosapiens-india, India's leading company in the field of

robotics, robot kits, microcontroller boards, robotics

workshops etc and Shobhit University, Meerut jointly

organized one day seminar on Recent Applications of Robotics

& Embedded C on August, 28, 2010. Kunwar Shekhar

Vijendra, Pro-Chancellor, Inaugurated the workshop. Prof. D.V.

Rai, Director CBME apprised on the importance and

applications of Robotics in Biomedical Engineering. In

forenoon session, Shobhit University students demonstrated

their soldier robo, garbage collector robo, line follower robots

and other technical marvels. In afternoon session students of

Centre for Biomedical Engineering and School of Electronics

presented their talk on recent revolutionary achievements in

robotics and bioengineering. The jury members were Dr.

Jayanand and Mr. Deepak Kumar. Best three presentations

were awarded. Akash Singh and Akshat Tyagi (School of

Computer Engineering & IT) stood first, Riti Kalra (Centre for

Biomedical Engineering) stood second and Suchi Kumari &

Sonam Bhatnagar (School of Computer Engineering & IT)

stood third for the same.

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The Orientation programme for first year B.Tech students conducted thon 17 August 2010 in the University Auditorium. Prof. S.C. Agrawal,

Director, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, inaugurated the

program. Prof. Anoop Swarup, Vice Chancellor, called upon the

students to work hard, utilize the facilities to optimum and achieve

their targets in the coming years. He wished that the four years of the

students in the University will fast track their carriers. Ms. Nidhi Tyagi

informed the students about the internet facilities available in the

campus. Mr. Pawan Kumar, System Administrator, assisted Ms. Tyagi.

Prof. D.P.S. Verma informed about the library while Prof. J.B. Singh

informed about student welfare policies of the University. The

students were taken on a tour of various Schools and Central facilities

of the University. Directors and faculty member of various Schools

were also present on the occasion.

Fresher: Orientation program 2010

The island nation of Mauritius has invited the Shobhit University, Meerut

to set up campus at the Mauritian Capital. This invitation was extended by

a team of education ministry officials headed by minister of tertiary

education, Dr. R. Jeetah during their visit to Indian technical institutes

setting up campuses in Mauritius.

“The aim is to upgrade staff and faculties to make the country more

appealing to international and domestic students for pursuing higher

studies” said the Mauritian education ministry spokesperson.

Shobhit University management is waiting for the HRD ministry’s nod on

the project, which could enhance the two-way flow of students between

the two nations. “There are a number of glitches to be ironed out before

the proposal could take off like the setting up of a mechanism for

equivalence of degrees between the two countries so that smoother

educational exchange is possible.” said Mr. Devinder Narain.

Workshops@Shobhit University

Mauritius invites Shobhit University

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Recent Achievements of the University

Publications

School of Pharmaceutical Sciences

School of Computer Engineering & IT

School of Basic and Applied Sciences

? Anand Gaurav, Vertika Gautam and Ranjit Singh authored an article entitled “An Overview on Synthetic Methodologies and Biological

Activities of Pyrazoloquinolines” which was accepted for publication in Mini Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry published by Bentham

Science Publishers.? Vikas Jain, Deepika Jain and Ranjit Singh authored an article entitled “Factors Effecting the Morphology of Eudragit S-100 Based

Microsponges Bearing Dicyclomine for Colonic Delivery” which was accepted for publication in Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

published by Wiley Blackwell Publishers.

? Deepti Gupta, Komal Kumar Bhatia and Nidhi Tyagi published an Article entitled “Retrieval of Web Documents Using a Fuzzy Hierarchical

Clustering” in International Journal of Computer Applications 5(6):48, August 2010, published by Foundation of Computer Science.

? D.C.P Singh, S.K. Dwivedi, S.R. Hashim and R.G. Singhal published an Article entitled “Synthesis and antimicrobial activity of some new

quinoxaline derivatives” in Pharmaceuticals, published by MDPI.? A research paper entitled “Modern Literary Criticism: A Plurality of Approaches to Literature” by Upendra Gami has been accepted for

presentation in the International Seminar on “Theory at Work: Text, History and Culture” to be organized at the Department of English,

Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, during November 9-11, 2010.

Forthcoming Events

? Ignited Minds Lecture Series 2010. Lecture on “Psychological Counseling and Personality Development by Prof. (Dr.) Veena Bansal on th4 September 2010.

th? Ignited Minds Lecture Series 2010. Lecture on “Loans and Entrepreneurship' by Mr. S.K. Gupta on 4 September 2010

th? Adarsh Divas will be celebrated in the University Campus on 5 September 2010.

? National Conference on Genes and Genomics : Qualitative and Quantitative Approach will be organized by the School of

Biotechnology, Shobhit University during September 11-12, 2010. Conference Inaugurated by Shri Anurag Srivastav, IAS, Commissioner,

Meerut Division and keynote address by Dr. Virendra Barnwal. The conference will be convened by Prof. Rajiv Dutta, Director, School of

Biotechnology.

? Ignited Minds Lecture Series 2010. Lecture on “Career options & opportunities and Educational Loans” by Mr. Mukesh Kumar Gupta thon 13 September 2010.

th? Monthly Review & Monitoring Committee Meeting on 14 September 2010.

th? “Engineers Day” on 15 September 2010 at University Campus, on this occasion Industry University Interface (IUF) Orientation Program

will be held by Ms. Meenakshi Vasishth, CEO, “Technology Uncorked”.Meritorious Certificates will be awarded to final year Engineering thStudents on 15 September 2010.

? Ignited Minds Lecture Series 2010. Lecture on “Contemporary approaches on Industry University Interface at Berkley, USA and Tokyo thInstitute of Technology, Japan” by Mr. Mukesh Kumar on 15 September 2010.

th? “Hands on Training on Robotics” workshop organized by Centre of Biomedical Engineering and Robosapiens on 18 September 2010.

A new smartphone chip prototype under development at the University of

California, San Diego will improve smartphone efficiency by making use of

"dark silicon" the underused transistors in modern microprocessors.

Recently UC San Diego computer scientists presented GreenDroid, the new

smartphone chip prototype at the HotChips symposium in Palo Alto. Dark

silicon refers to the huge swaths of silicon transistors on today's chips that

are underused because there is not enough power to utilize all the

transistors at the same time. The new GreenDroid chip prototype from

computer scientists at UC San Diego will deliver improved performance

through specialized processors fashioned from dark silicon. These

processors are designed to run heavily used chunks of code, called "hot

code," in Google's Android smartphone platform. One example of a conservation core. The small boxes in the image are the pattern of logic gates that are spatially placed over a small portion of the GreenDroid chip.

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