Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University organizes second workshop on hands-on training in Spectrophotometric Techniques
Babushahi Bureau
Fatehgarh Sahib (Punjab), April 20, 2026: Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University successfully commenced its second workshop titled “Hands-on Training on Spectrophotometers 2026”, scheduled from 20th to 24th April 2026. The five-day workshop is being organized by the Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) under the aegis of the Centre for Scientific Research and Innovation Cell of the University.
The primary objective of the workshop is to provide students with real-time, hands-on experience in operating and understanding various spectrophotometric instruments. The CIF at the University is equipped with advanced analytical tools, including FTIR, PL, UV-Vis, TGA-DTA, and a Zeta Particle Size Analyzer.
The workshop has received an enthusiastic response, with over 60 students from diverse academic disciplines—such as Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Food Processing Technology, Biotechnology, and Zoology—participating actively.
Through structured practical sessions, participants will gain valuable insights into the instrumentation, working principles, and applications of different spectrophotometric techniques.
In the inaugural session, Prof. Prit Pal Singh, Vice-Chancellor of the University, delivered the keynote address. He highlighted that the CIF laboratory, established in August 2020, aims to provide students with free access to spectrophotometric analysis, which is otherwise costly, thereby fostering a strong research culture within the University.
Dr. Rahul Badru, Incharge, CIF, noted that the facility also extends instrumental analysis services to students from nearby institutions at nominal charges. Delivering the plenary talk, Prof. Tejbir Singh, Professor of Physics and Registrar, emphasized the growing significance of spectrophotometric techniques in addressing contemporary scientific and industrial challenges.
He elaborated on the principles and working of analytical tools such as FTIR, UV-Visible, XRD, NMR, fluorescence, and photoluminescence, along with their expanding applications in healthcare diagnostics, environmental sustainability, material science, and industrial quality control.
The technical session held in the afternoon was conducted by Dr. Khushboo Verma from the Department of Chemistry. She provided a comprehensive overview of the FTIR spectrophotometer, covering both theoretical concepts and operational procedures.
The session was followed by an interactive demonstration, where students analyzed samples of their interest and engaged in guided hands-on practice in small groups, enhancing their confidence in instrument handling and data interpretation.
In the coming days, additional sessions will focus on practical training in other advanced spectrophotometric techniques, ensuring a comprehensive and immersive learning experience. Such initiatives reaffirm the University’s commitment to nurturing skilled professionals equipped to meet the evolving demands of science and technology.