ALIGARH  : The Department of Cardiology, J.N. Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University organised an academic workshop on device interrogation, especially pacemakers and AICD, for the benefit of DM students.

Prof Asif Hasan, Chairman of the department said that Dr Rajat Sharma, Senior Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist from Fortis, Mohali and Dr Sandeep Saha from Medtronic Group delivered lectures and gave hands-on training to the DM residents.

Welcoming the guests, he said that such programmes are regularly organized to provide the students a better understanding of the devices and manage complications in a planned manner.

Other faculty members and technicians also attended the workshop.

Aligarh : The Aligarh Muslim University is celebrating India’s Presidency of the G20 Summit, solidifying its global standing. Taking it forward, the Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mohammad Gulrez will inaugurate the G-20 garden at Tar Bungalow, AMU Campus on August 7 at 11:00 a.m.

The Member Incharge, Land and Garden, Prof Zaki A Siddiqui informed that the garden will stand as a testimony to AMU’s role in fostering dialogue and advancing global peace and prosperity.

Aligarh : The Aligarh Muslim University’s Department of Commerce has announced the eagerly awaited launch of the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programme under the self-finance mode. Geared towards empowering students with essential business administration skills, leadership acumen, and industry knowledge, the programme is set to shape dynamic and competent professionals for the global business arena. BBA programme aligned with the National Education Policy 2020 offers admission to 40 students annually and spans four years (eight semesters).

Its contemporary curriculum covers vital aspects of business management, marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, and human resources. With an emphasis on experiential learning and real-world application, students will engage in internships, projects, case studies, and industry interactions to thrive in today’s competitive business environment.

Prof Mohd Mohsin Khan, Finance Officer, AMU, highlighted the programme’s self-finance mode as a unique opportunity for students to invest in their education and future. He expressed confidence that the curriculum’s design would provide excellent value and significant returns on investment.

Prof Nasir Zamir Qureshi, Dean, Faculty of Commerce, appreciated programme’s launch, emphasizing its focus on nurturing business leaders who possess both academic excellence and practical skills coupled with ethical values.

Prof S M Imamul Haque, Chairman of the Department stated that the BBA programme will expand opportunities for students to access high-quality business education and contribute to the nation’s economic growth.

Admission Coordinator, BBA Programme, Prof Nawab A Khan, highlighted the distinctive features, including a holistic understanding of business functions, specialization opportunities, and skill development through industry-driven projects and interactions.

Application process for the undergraduate BBA programme is open and the prospective students can visit the AMU official website https://www.amucontrollerexams.com/uploads/files/ddeb5c153073ac7952a650da804bca79.pdf or contact the Coordinator on the phone number 8171788750 for further information. The admission test, scheduled for August 27, 2023, will assess the candidates for their language skill, numerical ability, reasoning, and general awareness. The last date for submitting online application form is August 14, 2023 without a late fee, and August 17, 2023 with a late fee of Rs. 300.

Aligarh : The Aligarh Muslim University’s Department of Commerce has announced the eagerly awaited launch of the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programme under the self-finance mode. Geared towards empowering students with essential business administration skills, leadership acumen, and industry knowledge, the programme is set to shape dynamic and competent professionals for the global business arena. BBA programme aligned with the National Education Policy 2020 offers admission to 40 students annually and spans four years (eight semesters).

Its contemporary curriculum covers vital aspects of business management, marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, and human resources. With an emphasis on experiential learning and real-world application, students will engage in internships, projects, case studies, and industry interactions to thrive in today’s competitive business environment.

Prof Mohd Mohsin Khan, Finance Officer, AMU, highlighted the programme’s self-finance mode as a unique opportunity for students to invest in their education and future. He expressed confidence that the curriculum’s design would provide excellent value and significant returns on investment.

Prof Nasir Zamir Qureshi, Dean, Faculty of Commerce, appreciated programme’s launch, emphasizing its focus on nurturing business leaders who possess both academic excellence and practical skills coupled with ethical values.

Prof S M Imamul Haque, Chairman of the Department stated that the BBA programme will expand opportunities for students to access high-quality business education and contribute to the nation’s economic growth.

Admission Coordinator, BBA Programme, Prof Nawab A Khan, highlighted the distinctive features, including a holistic understanding of business functions, specialization opportunities, and skill development through industry-driven projects and interactions.

Application process for the undergraduate BBA programme is open and the prospective students can visit the AMU official website https://www.amucontrollerexams.com/uploads/files/ddeb5c153073ac7952a650da804bca79.pdf or contact the Coordinator on the phone number 8171788750 for further information. The admission test, scheduled for August 27, 2023, will assess the candidates for their language skill, numerical ability, reasoning, and general awareness. The last date for submitting online application form is August 14, 2023 without a late fee, and August 17, 2023 with a late fee of Rs. 300.

Aligarh : A plantation drive was organized at Abdullah School, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) in coordination with an NGO under the G-20 related series of activities.

Ms. Umra Zaheer, Superintendent, Abdullah School and Dr. Zulfiqar planted several saplings in the school premises.

Staff members of Abdullah School along with Mr. Mohammad Manzoor, Miss Shabnam Parveen, Shazia Sherwani and Asma Farooqui were present on the occasion.

ALIGARH  : Orthopedic surgeons at the Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University performed a complex procedure on a BE student of AMU, Jamil Ahmad, and repaired a tear in the meniscus of his knee and reconstructed the ACL ligament using Arthroscopy at an affordable cost.

Dr M. J. Khan, who performed the surgery, along with his team of doctors, including Dr Chandan Singh (SR) and Dr Ahsan and Dr Pranjal (JRs), under the guidance of Prof. Naiyer Asif, said that Jamil Ahmad sustained an injury in his knee four months ago that created anomalies and severe pain. An MRI screening at a private medical centre established a rare Bucket handle tear in the meniscus of his knee that needed the immediate attention of a Arthroscopic knee surgeon.

Later, Jamil consulted the Sports and Arthroscopic Clinic at JNMC where doctors decided to repair the affected area which proved to be a successful event.

Dr Khan said that the team of anaesthetists, headed by Dr Obaid, provided invaluable help in the surgery.

ALIGARH : The Horse Riding Summer Coaching Camp, organized by the Riding Club, Aligarh Muslim University concluded with felicitation of the young riders and distribution of certificates of participation to them by the chief guest, AMU Registrar, Mr Mohammad Imran (IPS).

Addressing the occasion, Mr Imran urged the young participants to attain excellence in the sport as it could help them make a career in various sectors, including the police services and army. He said, “Riding at one level has specific benefits but on a general count it is something that teaches you discipline and control and promises health benefits”.

The guests of honour, Mr Dinesh Tomar, Chief Veterinary Officer, Aligarh and Mr Shujauddin Khan Khusru, an old member of the AMU Riding Club participated in the certificate distribution.

Earlier, welcoming the guests, Prof Syed Amjad Ali Rizvi, Secretary, University Games Committee highlighted the recent achievements of the Games Committee and lauded various clubs for organizing summer coaching camps to train and nurture young sportsmen in the university.

Highlighting the activities of the Riding Club, Dr Wasif Mohamad Khan, President, Riding Club said that it was the third summer coaching camp organized by the club in which 21 young students participated and learnt the nuances of the unique sports. He said that this sport provides an opportunity to the riders to learn horse riding irrespective of the fact whether they are a student or an employee.

He stated that riding inculcates a sense of discipline and responsibility in the riders and they are trained to act as an ambassador of the university riding club.

Mr Imran Khan, Coach, Riding Club provided training to the participants.

Chennai: EssilorLuxottica, global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses, and Aravind Eye Hospital a prominent network of eye hospitals committed to exceptional patient care, are pleased to announce the launch of the Myopia Excellence Centre in Chennai, India. The Myopia Excellence Centre aims to address the growing concerns surrounding myopia and revolutionize its management amongst affected children.

The prevalence of myopia continues to rise at an alarming rate, and projections indicate that 50% of the world’s population will be myopic by 2050. Leveraging the efficiency of Stellest, the Myopia Excellence Centre created by EssilorLuxottica and Aravind Eye Hospital aims to revolutionize the early detection and treatment of myopia in children, by integrating cutting-edge lens technologies with the highest standard of patient care. Unlike conventional setups, this specialized facility is designed to provide a holistic approach to pediatric myopia management, incorporating various essential components under one roof.

Narasimhan Narayanan, Country Head, EssilorLuxottica South Asia, says, “With the world facing a myopia epidemic, early detection and intervention are paramount. Through our Myopia Excellence Centre, we aim to create a standardized and patient-centric environment to ensure that children with myopia receive the best care possible. We have created this space to make myopia management seamless and comfortable for parents and their little ones – through the Centre, Aravind Hospital will prescribe the best myopia control solution available via Stellest. EssilorLuxottica is committed to leverage its 30 years track record in myopia management to push the boundaries of vision technology and contribute to improve the lives of children affected by myopia.”

We are taking a significant step forward in combating the growing myopia epidemic, said Dr. Aravind, Chief Medical Officer, Aravind Eye Hospital “With the increasing prevalence of myopia, it is crucial for us to take a proactive approach in addressing this public health issue. Our vision for the Myopia Excellence Center is to provide our young patients with advanced, evidence-based treatments.”

The Myopia Excellence Center will be supported by a team of renowned ophthalmologists and optometrists dedicated to myopia management via detection, education, counselling, dispensing and follow up. This multidisciplinary team will collaborate closely with patients to provide tailored treatment plans, monitor myopia progression, and offer innovative solutions to slow down its advancement. The center will also play a crucial role in advancing myopia research, publication of scientific papers, and collaboration with leading academic institutions and industry partners.

The collaboration between EssilorLuxottica and the Aravind Hospital is a significant step towards battling the global myopia crisis, offering expert care, best-in-class technologies, education, and counselling to empower parents as well as pave the way for a brighter and clearer future for the world’s young generation.

ALIGARH  : Mr Mohd Ubaid, a research scholar in the Department of West Asian and North African Studies, Aligarh Muslim University, participated in the 13th Annual Gulf Research Meet 2023 organized by the Gulf Research Centre, University of Cambridge, UK. He presented a research paper in the conference titled “Renewable Energies in the Gulf: The Ambitious Plans of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates”, which will be published in one of the journals brought out by the Springer.

Mohd Ubaid is pursuing his research under the guidance of Prof. Mohammad Azhar (Dean, Faculty of International Studies and Chairman, Department of West Asian and North African Studies, AMU) on the topic, “Assessing the impact of renewable energy consumption on the environment: A Comparative Study of India, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates”.

His paper examines the various aspcts of renewable energy development in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, especially the potential renewable energy sources and policies in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, and the barriers and opportunities for their adoption and integration into the energy mix.

ALIGARH  : A team of cardiothoracic surgeons at the Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University performed a complex surgery on a 10 year old boy, Kanishk, a resident of Aligarh, to correct the congenital anomaly of heart in him, who later recovered well and was discharged in stable condition from the hospital.

Prof. Mohd Azam Haseen, Chairman, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, who led the team of doctors, including Dr Shamayal Rabbani and Dr. Ghazanfar, said that Kanishk used to turn blue on feeding and was not gaining weight for which his parents consulted several centres without any relief.

Later, through the District Early Intervention Centre Aligarh, he consulted Dr. Shaad Abqari and Dr. Moaz Kidwai, Pediatric Cardiologist at Inter-departmental Pediatric Cardiac Centre (IPCC), AMU, who diagnosed a complex congenital anomaly of heart showing only three proper chambers with a hole in heart, while the fourth was not developed. Dr. Mehtab Ahmad, an expert in Cardiac Radiology, conducted his Cardiac CT, which further delineated the exact anatomical nature of the problem.

Prof Haseen said that surgery was performed in two phases, the first in 2021 and the second in July 2023, free of cost, under the Rashtriya Bal Swathya Karyakram (RBSK), granted to JNMC by National Health Mission (NHM).

Dr Ghazanfar said that more than 500 hundred free cardiac surgeries have been done at JNMC under RBSK in past few years.

Dr Shaad Abqari, Nodal Officer, IPCC said there is a long waiting list of children at JNMC who need cardiac intervention as there are only a few centres in Uttar Pradesh doing complex pediatric surgeries.

Prof. Veena Maheshwari, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Prof. Harris Manzoor, Principal and CMS, JNMCH congratulated the teams involved in the surgery of Kanishk. She said it is a proud moment for us as despite limitations, JNMC doctors are carrying out such technically difficult and costly surgeries free of cost.