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ABOUT AUTHORS
SMRUTIPRAGNYA SAMAL, PRATYUSH KUMAR DAS*
Centre for Biotechnology, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India – 751003
*pratyushdas@soauniversity.ac.in

ABSTRACT
Microbial biofilms are complex structures wherein the planktonic cells change their growth mode to the sessile form. This kind of growth is assisted by the formation of a matrix of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) which encapsulates the bacterial cells within it and thus, provides an additional protection. These biofilms are highly resistant to high concentration of antibiotics and poses a great threat towards public health. These biofilms are even beyond the access of a normal human immune system and are involved in infections of teeth, lungs and many other diseases. There lies an immediate need to replace the extensive use of antibiotics with new emerging strategies. The review intends to provide an insight on the various perspectives of microbial biofilms including their formation, composition, mechanism of communication (Quorum sensing) and pathogenicity. Recent emerging strategies have also been discussed that can be considered for successful eradication or inhibition of biofilms and related infections.

The University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences of the Panjab University is a premier institution of Pharmaceutical Education and Research in the country. The institute has covered a long and glorious journey of 76 years starting from Lahore in 1944 and finally settling to the present campus in Chandigarh at the foothills of Himachal. In its travelogue, the institute crossed multiple milestones and continue to head ahead towards the well-defined goals. The elevation of the status from department to the level of an institute i.e. University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences in 1994, and hosting of Indian Pharmaceutical Congress in the same year, two presidential honors of the Indian Pharmaceutical Congresses to its faculty members, a special recognition by the UGC by granting SAP in 1993 and COSIST in 1981 establishment of ICMR Advanced Centre for standardization of Drugs of Indian System of Medicine are some of the major hallmarks on the path treaded so far.

Our client, established in the year 1986, is the world’s second largest Integrated manufacturer of Ephedrine and Pseudo ephedrine salts. Our client's manufacturing facility at Mahad has been audited and approved by the Australian TGA, and the USFDA.

Post : QC Manager

Indian Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Limited (IDPL) is a Central Public Sector Undertaking wholly owned by the Government of India engaged in manufacture of pharmaceuticals with plants at Rishikesh, Gurgaon & Hyderabad and two Subsidiary Units at Chennai and Muzaffarpur. IDPL was established with main objective of creating self-sufficiency in respect of essential life saving medicines, to free the country from dependence on imports and to provide medicines to the millions at affordable prices and not to make millions from the medicines. IDPL was basically conceived and established as a part of Healthcare Infrastructure and has played a pioneering infra-structural role in the growth of Indian Drug Industry base. Recently, the Company has entered in the field of OTC as well as Surgical Products.

Post : Rishikesh Plant Dy. Personnel Manager - 1

The National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS) took birth as National Tissue Culture Facility in March 11, 1986 with a mandate of basic research, teaching & training, and as a national repository for cell lines/hybridomas etc. The centre is located in the midst of academically enriched environment of University of Pune campus, Pune.

The following post to be filled up purely on temporary basis through walk in interview at NCOS, Pune in the project entitled “Establishment of Centre of Excellence for National Centre for Microbial Resource” (NCMR).

Post : Technician ‘C’ (Lab)

Apollo Hospitals is the forerunner of integrated healthcare in Asia, as well as globally. The group's futuristic vision has ensured that it has been in a position of strength at every touch point of the healthcare delivery chain. Its presence encompasses across 56 hospitals, more than 2300 pharmacies, over 100 primary care & diagnostic clinics, 115 telemedicine units across 9 countries, health insurance services, global projects consultancy, 15 academic institutions and a Research Foundation with a focus on global clinical trials, epidemiological studies, stem-cell and genetic research. Over the past three decades Apollo Hospitals' transformative journey has forged a legacy of excellence in Indian healthcare.

Post : Supervisor – Corporate Marketing

Ishita Drugs & Industries Limited is the flagship company of the ‘Ishita’ Group, which is a respected member of the Indian Business community for more than 3 decades. The Group’s interests encompass manufacturing of a large number of Bulk Actives and their salts, Drug Intermediates etc.

Post : R&D Chemist

Bose Institute, Kolkata, invites application from the Indian Citizens for the following positions in the DBT sponsored project entitled, “Transcriptional regulator RegX3 dependent modulation of the macrophage immune response by Mycobacterium tuberculosis” under the guidance of Prof. Manikuntala Kundu, Dept. of Chemistry. The project is tenable upto 12.07.2020. Details of qualification, associateship/fellowship, age etc. are as follows.

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Post : Quality Control Manager

Apotex Research Pvt. Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Apotex Inc. Canada which is a number one generic pharma co. in Canada. The position is for Bangalore location which has an R&D Centre, Manufacturing and a Bioequivalence Centre.

Post : Group Leader-Packing (4266)

Arvik Medical Systems™, is the speciality Dermatology & Cosmeceuticals Company , offering products in the areas of Cosmetic And Medical Dermatology. Arvik Medical Systems™, brings a fresh, inventive approach to Dermatology And Cosmetology and is committed itself to provide efficient, reliable products with high quality and safety profile while serving the Healthcare Professionals. The Company’s Expertise focuses on the formulation of highly effective, Cosmetically Elegant, Skin Care Treatments And Also Focuses On World Class Packaging.

Post : BUSINESS MANAGER

ARBRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, a tested & trusted name in Indian pharmaceutical Industry having more than 25 years of experience in manufacturing and exporting of pharmaceutical formulations , trading of raw materials and Research & Development for pharmaceutical Industry Dedicated to provide best quality products in pharmaceutical, bio-technology & healthcare Industry.

Post : Generic Sales Manager

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is a scientific nonprofit organization that sets standards for the identity, strength, quality, and purity of medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements manufactured, distributed and consumed worldwide. USP’s drug standards are enforceable in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration, and these standards are used in more than 140 countries.

Post : Senior GMP Specialist

Amity University is part of the not-for-profit Amity Education Group with over 2 decades of excellence that includes 8 world-class universities, 25 schools & pre-schools, 150 top-ranked institutions and 12 international campuses across London, Singapore, New Jersey, Dubai, Mauritius, Romania, Abu Dhabi, South Africa and China.

PAREXEL has supported the Bio-Tech and Pharmaceutical industries in helping the development of new drugs and treatments on a global basis. As a leading global biopharmaceutical service provider, they supply knowledge-based contract research, medical communications and consulting services across a broad range of therapeutic areas to the worldwide pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. They have helped over 800 clients to develop and launch some of the most important drugs and devices of our time-helping people live better and healthier lives everywhere in the world. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, PAREXEL operates in more than 50 countries around the world.

Post : Associate Regulatory Affiars

Aurigene is a Bangalore based world-class drug discovery company with integrated capabilities for discovery and development of novel small molecule drugs. Aurigene provides Drug Discovery Services for Lead Generation/ Lead Optimization. The Business Model involves collaborative Drug Discovery with partners, on a risk- and reward-sharing basis. Typical Aurigene projects involve starting with a partner's target protein and delivering an Optimized Lead, ready to go into clinical development.

A global healthcare leader, Novartis has one of the most exciting product pipelines in the industry today. A pipeline of innovative medicines brought to life by diverse, talented and performance driven people. All of which makes them one of the most rewarding employers in their field.

Post : Assistant Manager MRC

Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) is an institution of national importance established through an Act of Indian parliament by the Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India under the auspices of UNESCO. The primary focus of RCB is to provide world class education, training and conduct innovative research at the interface of multiple disciplines to create high quality human resource in disciplinary and interdisciplinary areas of biotechnology. To this end, the Centre is offering the master's and doctoral degree programs in biotechnology, while other degree/diploma programs in niche areas of biotechnology are under development.

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Alembic Limited, with an established presence in the Indian pharma  industry has a proud, historical track record going back one hundred years. With a turnover in excess of Rs1000 crores today, Alembic Limited is one of India’s leading integrated pharmaceutical companies. We continue to enjoy leadership positions in antibiotics, anti-infective, anti-cough and also have significant worldwide presence in specialty therapeutic areas such as cardiology, neurology, diabetology, etc. We have also plans for expansion in Ophthalmic etc.