The Department of Biochemical Engineering & Biotechnology at IIT Delhi has a unique place in the development of biochemical engineering discipline in India.
The Institute took an early note of the significant role that was to be played by biochemical engineers and biotechnologists in future industrial development of biotechnology related processes and products by initiating this activity in 1968. At present the Department provides a model for an integrated approach towards education as well as research and development of various bioprocesses. Objective of the Department Training students and developing expertise in biochemical engineering, biotechnology at the postgraduate and Ph.D. levels. Research & development of various microbial and enzyme system and developing understanding of biological / biochemical phenomena underlying such systems.
Engineering analysis and optimal design of various biological systems and processes. Transfer of knowledge through seminars, symposia and short-term refresher courses at national and international levels. Undertake industrial consultancy jobs to solve the specific problems of bioprocess industries.
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