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St. John's College, Agra, India

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The College Prayers

Thou, who in days past didst put it into the hearts of good

men to found this College, for the imparting of sound learning, the

building of character and the spread of spiritual truth and

knowledge of Thyself. Bless our College. May love unity and

brotherhood be learnt here; may industry uprightness and courage

grow here and from this place be sent froth continually a stream of

men and women who shall serve Thee faithfully in the Thy world.

Almighty Father who does set men in companies that they

May learn to think little of private advantage and may ever seek the

common good. We pray Thee for this great land in which we dwell.

May the memory of its past ever inspire us; may its present need be

ever present to us; and may its future welfare be our constant

prayer and aim. Have compassion on its toiling multitudes. Root

out superstition, corruption and despair. Grant that we may bear

the man's part in the work that is yet to be done and of the mercy

heal our divisions and make us Thou art one.

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CONTENTS

Messages

Director's Desk

Teachers Contributions

Memories

Photo Gallery

Inaugural Program

Abstracts

Organising Committee

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Messages

RAEP 2019 ST. John's College, Agra 1st & 2nd November, 2019

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I am happy to learn that Department of Chemistry, St. John's College, Agra is

organizing an International seminar on “Recent Advancement in Environmental

Protection” from 1st to 2nd November 2019. I congratulate the organizers for

selecting the theme which is very relevant in the present day context. I am condent

that the deliberations and the display of recent technologies in different disciplines

of environmental science during the meet would be useful for scientist, research

students, entrepreneurs and so on.

I hope that the participants in the event would discus and deliberate on various

emerging environmental issues and would help in making effective action plans for

addressing environmental problems.

With best compliments and prayers.

(Arvind Kumar Dixit)

Message


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Our air, water, land and food are polluted with the pollution rate which has exceeded the manageable capacity of nature. More than 50% of land has been eroded and robbed of its fertility to a great extent. The damage done to the World's biological diversity and eco-system is unimaginable. Our renewable and non-renewable resources are being alarmingly exhausted due to increasing population (especially in context of our own country India, 2nd largest thickly populated) pressure posing difculty to manage threat not only to future generations but even to present generation. 3R's (reduce, reuse and recycle waste) strategy needs to be focused and is the need of the time.

I congratulate Chemistry Department, St. John's College, Agra for keeping these objectives in view and having an international seminar on the topic 'Recent Advances in Protection' and 'Alumni Meet Chemso' on 1st and 2nd November 2019.

With good wishes and prayers

Yours Sincerely,

Bishop's Message

(Rt. Rev. Dr. P. P. Habil)Bishop of Agra,Church of North India, * Chairman of the Governing Body,St, John's College, Agra


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It gives me a great joy to learn that Chemical Society is celebrating its 50th

anniversary and to celebrate the occasion, the Department is organizing an

International Seminar on 1st November 2019. This seminar shall be titled as RAEP

2019 and this is the third venture of the department to organize an International

Seminar on "Recent Advances on Environmental Pollution." This theme assumes

urgency in our times because anthropogenic activity in the last hundred years has

threatened the fragile ecological balance and has put life on this planet in jeopardy. A

great effort is required to apply all our scientic and cultural knowledge and make

signicant advances in mitigating Environmental Pollution. I am sure that this

conference will provide an opportunity to the scientists and researchers to discuss

various strategies, interventions and breakthroughs in alleviating pollution.

I take this opportunity to covey my best wishes to the Department of

Chemistry and the organizers of this conference. I wish them meaningful

deliberations and enriching outcomes. I trust that this seminar would provide new

insights and would contribute toward the goal of sustainable development.

Message

Dr. S. P. SinghPrincipal


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I am pleased to know that the Department of Chemistry, St John's College is organising

REAP 2019 (Golden Jubilee Celebration). This well known premier temple of learning was

established in 1850 and since then it has continuously been serving the Nation by imparting high

quality education. CHEMSO is also celebrating its Golden Jubilee of its foundation. On this

occasion the Department of Chemistry is bringing out its souvenir. A souvenir put in front the

research and academic efforts in terms of curricular and extra-curricular journey of the

department and also provides an opportunity to the students and faculty to showcase their talent

and explore their creative research and academic potential. Alongside academic and curricular

inputs, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities help shape the overall personality of the child.

The college with its unique status by inculcating good life skills and knowledge has given several

technocrats, doctors and bureaucrats to society. These shining stars are serving in different

capacity at various platforms and glorifying the name of college. The good habits and knowledge

imparted by the hard working, knowledgeable and efcient faculty members is praise worthy.

I had the privilege of being associated closely as student with this college and as Class

Representative of CHEMSO. The love, affection, care and devotion of teacher not only in academic

but also co curricular has inculcated best in us. Therefore, today, I do feel the bonding when I

write this message for the students, teachers and college. I am sure, the students and faculty

members and other staff members will work with even greater zeal in their respective elds. I once

again extend my greetings and best wishes to all faculty members, researchers and students of the

Department and wish their endeavours very best.

Message

(Gyan Prakash Yadav)P.C.S.


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I am very pleased to know that an International seminar on the topic 'Recent

Advances in Protection' and 'Alumni Meet Chemso' on 1st and 2nd November 2019 is

being organized by Chemistry Department, St. John's College, Agra.

I have personally known that the progress of teaching and research work done in the

Department of Chemistry since 1950. The department has made land mark

achievements in relating science to use natural resources judiciously. I hope and

wish that may useful insight shall be achieved through the proposal workshop.

With all good wishes,

Message

Prof. G. M. Ram


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Dr.Susan Varghese, Head, Department of Chemistry and Convener of Seminar.

I am extremely happy to learn that the Chemistry Department is organising an

International Seminar and an alumni meet on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of

Chemso. Members and alumni of Chemso need to be congratulated on this occasion

as it has been able to create and promote tremendous interest in various topics in

students of Chemistry on topics of social of social importance. I am sure the alumni

meet will provide opportunity for much wider interaction on topics of relevance. I

congratulate and wish you all the success for Chemso in this endeavor. Dr. IPE M.

IPE.

Message

Dr. IPE M IPE.Former Principal, St. John's College, Agra


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“It gives me immense pleasure that the Chemistry department of the College is

celebrating Golden Jubilee of the Chemical Society on 1st and 2nd November 2019.

As an alumnus, former member of the department and coordinator of the

chemical society, I can truly say that the society has been actively engaged in

recognizing, encouraging and nurturing the young minds to realize their God given

potential through its multifarious activities aimed at enriching their personalities.

At this moment it would be appropriate to acknowledge with gratitude the late Dr.

K.B. Lal, a visionary and founder of the Chemical Society, also its co-founder and

Former Head Dr. Ashok Kumar, who has always been igniting enthusiasm among

the students and inspiring the staff to keep the society active and vibrant.

I take this opportunity to congratulate Dr. Susan Verghese P., Head of the

Department and the teaching and non teaching staff, students and all Alumni on the

occasion of golden jubilee and hope it becomes a memorable one. My sincere wishes

for the grand success of the International Conference - RAEP 2019 and the Alumni

meet - Golden Jubilee. May God Bless you all.”

Message

Prof. (Dr). P. E. JosephFormer Principal (2015-2019), St. John's College, Agra


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The begining is always today…….

When I look back to the day 50 years ago, I see CHEMSO as a dream which Dr. K.

B. Lal and myself dreamt as young teachers. This dream metamorphosized into an

institute of repute in the eld of Chemical Sciences which thrives on giving opportunities

and challenges to its students and teachers. I am profoundly delighted to see CHEMSO

accomplish its mission successfully and I am sure that this 50th Golden Jubilee

celebrations will catapult CHEMSO further ahead in the national and global academic

arena. This journey has been surreal and I wish that the students and faculty associated

with CHEMSO will always revel in its spirit and live it to their dreams making it an

integral part of their lives. Wishing CHEMSO many more years of glory and

achievements…….

Message

Dr. Ashok Kumar Former Head, Department of Chemistry

Former Programme Coordinator for “DST-FIST”

Former Convener, Research Degree Committee

Former Convener, Board of Studies, Chemistry

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra


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It is with immense pleasure I congratulate the staff, students and all those

actively associated with the progress of the chemical society popularly known as

chemso. The celebration of Golden Jubilee is a great event is the history of any

department. on this memorable occasion of the Golden Jubilee, my heart lls with

love, admiration and pride for the society. At this moment, I take extreme pride in

remembering Dr. P. I. ITTYERAH, the then principal of the college and Dr K.B. LAL,

the founder of the CHEMSO.

In this span of fty years, the CHEMSO has supported is students by

providing them opportunities & challenges together with a sharp intellect honed

with knowledge and understanding. I especially congratulate Dr Ashok Kumar on

reaching this Golden Jubilee milestone. This could be made possible only with his

sincere, dedicated & untiring effort for the upliftment of CHEMSO.

I also congratulate Dr Susan Verghese, the rst lady head of the chemistry

department or organizing an international seminar and an alumini meet on these

unforgettable occasions. When we honour the past the we energise the future and

the present becomes a celebrations. So my heartfelt we says for the golden jubilee

celebrations and for very bright future of the society.

Message

Dr. Dayal Saran SethRetired Associate Professor & First Co- Ordinator Of Chemso,

Department Of Chemistry, St John's College, Agra


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Congratulations CHEMSO on Golden Jubilee-2019:

It is undeniably a great pleasure to know that the Chemistry Department of St.

John's College Agra which is a premier establishment in the eld of education and is

known for the all-round development of the students over a century, is now celebrating

its Golden Jubilee year of CHEMSO in 2019 and is organizing an International Seminar

on Recent Advances on Environment Protection (RAEP). It is always a proud moment in

the life of everyone when CHEMSO of Chemistry Department, celebrates such occasions.

In the case of CHEMSO, Chemistry Department , St. John's College , its reputation as an

outstanding pro-student organization which is evident from its diversied & integrated

activities executed by its dedicated teachers, staff, bright students, and outstanding

alumni. I extend my warmest wishes to all the members of the CHEMSO. I am sure that

it will continue to maintain its excellence and character with great distinction. I feel

immensely proud that I was also associated as a member as well as President (1980) of

this esteemed Society from 1976-1980. I recollect the fond memories of Scientic

Exhibitions, Scientic Quiz's, Summer & Winter Educational and Industrial Tours

which form the foundation for an overall personality development, great exposure and

bright future. I once again congratulate the Founder Director Dr. Ashok Kumar, Dr.

Hemant Kulshreshtha –Former Head Chemistry Department & Director and Professor

Dr. Susan Verghese P., present Head Chemistry Department and Director on reaching

this Golden Jubilee Milestone. May you continue to ourish for all times to come.

Message

Dr. Jitendra Swarup SharmaGroup, Group GM, ONGC, Delhi


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It gives me immense pleasure to know that Department of Chemistry , St. John's College, Agra is organizing International Seminar on Recent Advances in Environmental Protection (RAEP -2019) on the occasion of Golden Jubilee celebration of Chemical society (CHEMSO) on November 1st & 2nd 2019.

I would rst like to congratulate the staff and students of Department of Chemistry on this occasion. Gold has been the standard of exemplary purity and excellence since time immemorial and I am very happy that I was the part of CHEMSO for the 38 years. I can say with full condence that CHEMSO is the life line not only for students of chemistry but for entire student community of college. I is indeed a matter of satisfaction that CHEMSO has successfully provide a platform to the students to the for their personality developments. Participation of students in broad spectrum of activities of CHEMSO has such an impact in their life that many of them are change maker in their respective eld and they dened the odds to script a positive change. It will be my great pleasure to the old students in Alumini Meet.

International Seminar RAEP 2019 on this occasion will provide a platform for concerned stakeholders to come together for discussion and to work for concrete solutions to the various intricate environmental problems especially of Agra. Development and environmental both are essential in today's life but one cannot be neglected at the enpanse of the other. Hence the need of awareness of relationship and balance between sustainable development and protection of the environment need of hour.

I intend by best wishes and greetings to all the participants, Alumini and organizers and with the event good luck and grand success.

Message

Dr. Hemant Kulshrestha,Former Head Department of Chemistry, Former Director of CHEMSO,

Former Coordinator of IGNOU


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It is really a point of immense pleasure that chemical society (CHEMSO) of

the department id celebrating Golden Jubilee on November, 1-2, 2019 to

commemorate the ve decades of its commendable service and render for its all

round personality development of the students during their formative years since its

inception way back in the year 1969. I hope that the extracurricular activities along

with the academic ones under the auspices of CHEMSO would be continued even at

a high pace than that observed in the yester years.

I wish the celebrations to be a grand success.

Message

Dr. H. B. Singh


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It is my proud privilege to be a part of the Golden Jubilee Celebrations of

CHEMSO. I happened to be associated with this organization since 1969. I express

my gratitude to my Mentors Dr. K. B. Lal and Dr. Ashok Kumar and congratulate all

the members who have contributed to the 50 years journey in fair and bad weather.

A beautiful Rainbow is formed by Rain and Sun both, alone none of the two can

make it possible. Similarly, at student needs knowledge and skills to use the same,

Chemso develops the skills and gives opportunity to showcase the talents to all

students. I value CHEMSO because it thought me that “One can make a living by

what one gets but makes a life by what one gives. “I wish CHEMSO all the best for

the future.

Message

Dr. Shobha Sharma


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I am very happy to know that the Department of Chemistry, St. John's College, Agra

where I served for about 40 years from 1981 to 2019 is organizing an international seminar on

Recent Advances in Environmental Protection (RAEP 2019) and Alumni Meet as Golden

Jubilee Celebration of St. John's College, AgraChemical Society, CHEMSO in the department

from November 1-2, 2019.I have been directly involved in the progress of teaching and research

work done in the department, and in several extra- & co-curricular activities of CHEMSO for

about four decades. So, I know for sure that the department has made many landmark

achievements since 1980. I am proud to be a part of St. John's College and am heartened at the

progress made by the department over the years. Today St John's has most of faculties under

50 with great ideas, path-breaking initiatives and the knowledge of latest technology. Hence it

will certainly grow by leaps and bounds.

I hope and wish that many useful insights shall be achieved through the proposed

seminar and alumni meet. The seminar will denitely provide a forum to deliberate upon

various aspects of environmental protection at home, in market, industry and agriculture. It

will also make rich and rewarding contribution to promotion of research both in India and

abroad. The alumni meet will remind good olden days of the alumni and will further

strengthen the bonds established with them while studying in St. John's. This is an occasion to

meet their old friends and to re-live some golden moments of their student life. It will provide

them a platform to share their experiences with present students and faculty.

I congratulate the organizers, Chemistry Department in particular and St. John's

College as whole for their commitment, and wish RAEP 2019 and the Alumni Meet a grand

success.

With all good wishes and prayers.

Message

Dr. R. P. Singh


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I am very happy to know that the Chemical Society of SJC is celebrating its

Golden Jubilee.

Education is not a preparation for life, education is life itself. The golden

memories became a part and parcel of my life. It was during those days that my

personality was moulded in the gracious hands of the teachers and the various

activities of “CHEMSO”. I am condent that the Chemical Society of SJC will groom

the students in taking up positions at various levels in the future of our country

My best wishes and warm greetings to all the stakeholders of

the'CHEMSO'on the Golden Jubilee celebrations

Message

Prof. P.G.Philip(1979-81,M.Sc, Physical Chemistry Batch)

Secretary,

St. Johns College Alumni Association-South India Chapter.


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This is a proud privilege for me and it gives me immense pleasure to be part of

celebration commemorating the completion of 50 glorious years of the chemical

society (CHEMSO) St.Johns College, Agra. Since its inception in 1969 this society

has played vital role in the dissemination of rapidly advancing knowledge among the

students. It has provided a sound forum for stimulating the multi dimension talents

of young students and hence leading to total personality development. I thank

founders and all faculty coordinators since its formation for keeping it vibrant and

lively.

This meet between present CHEMSO members and CHEMSO alumni shall

provide environment to exchange views and refresh memories of all time.

I pray for the success of Golden Jubilee celebrations and for the future of the

society.

Message

Prof Ajay TanejaFounder Treasurer of CHEMSO (1993-2008)

Department of Chemistry

Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra


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On occasion of Chemical Society (CHEMSO) Golden Jubilee Celebrations and Alumni

meet, I congratulate you and your team of vivacious faculty for demonstrating energy and

enthusiasm.

I am very pleased indeed to know that Chemical Society (CHEMSO) is celebrating its

50th anniversary (Golden Jubilee). It's a wonderful occasion to cherish the inspiring

thoughts and memories and time to look back what has been achieved during all these 50th

years. “Job well done means opportunity to do more”. While I was at St. John's from 1984

until 1988, rst as BS student and later MS student, I had an opportunity to be the part of

Chemical Society all 4 years either as member or as one of the ofce bearer of the society.

Based on my recollection CHEMSO has been an amazing forum to organize, and celebrate

number of events throughout the year to foster exceptional academic environment,

encourage networking among professionals from academia and industry. It has been an

honor to be an invited speaker on several occasions including symposia and workshops

organized by the Department. CHEMSO has also offered an excellent platform for BS, MS

and research students to grow professionally and advance in science. It's always pleasure to

see the growth of the Department through dedication and commitment of the faculty and its

leadership.

I congratulate the organizers of the 50th anniversary celebrations and wish for a grand

success of the event. Complete organizing team deserves compliments for their hard work.

I wish the department to be a catalyst in transforming the every part of world by

producing empowered, dignied and condent graduates and journey of CHEMSO reaching

next level, the diamond Jubilee year. I pray and wish the Department, faculty, alumnae and

student every succe

Message

Dr. Nawal K. SharmaChief Technology Ofcer

PFP Industries, LLC 34011 Sunset Lane, Brookshire, TX 77423 (USA)


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“A minority constituent college of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra”A Christian Minority College of Church of North India, Diocese of Agra

ST. JOHN'S COLLEGE, AGRA

Dr. Susan Verghese P.

Chemical Society, CHEMSO, is celebrating its Golden Jubilee this year, (1969-2019) and is

publishing a souvenir to showcase the activities and the departmental achievements during these years.

We remember and salute the contributions of Late Dr. K. B. Lal, Founder and Dr. Ashok Kumar,

Founder Director under the leadership of Late Prof. P. I. Ittyerah, then Principal for establishing this

Society with telescopic vision and purpose.

RAEP- 2019 has been designed to generate awareness among the stake holders, our students

about the role of eco friendly technology and best practices for a better living. Besides creating

awareness RAEP-2019 will denitely provide a platform to deliberate upon various aspects of

environmental protection at home, in industry, and agriculture.

We sincerely thank Dr. Arvind Kumar Dixit, Vice Chancellor, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University,

Prof. S P Singh, Principal ,St .John's College, Agra, Dr Ashok Kumar ,Founder Director,Dr D S

Seth,Dr Hemant Kulshrestha,Dr H B Singh, our Alumni for extending their valuable guidance, in

organizing it. We trust that our efforts meet the expectations of the participants.

Office : Head, Deptt. of Chemistry St. John's College, Agra (U.P) Asstt. Director Bhartiya Bhasha Kendra, St John's College, Agra (U.P.)

Sr. Warden Davies HousePh: (M) 9259431186

E-mail : [email protected]

Residence : Red Bungalow St. John's College, Agra(Res) C-303, Stellar Jeevan, Noida Extension (U.P.)


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My heartfelt gratitude are due to keynote speaker Dr. J S Sharma, Guest of Eminence Mr.

Dinesh Jain, Guest of Honours Mr. Mayank Mohan Sharma, IFS, Dr. R. P. Srivastva , Dr. Gyan

Prakash Yadav, SDM, Prof. Dr. Sunil Kumar Agarwal, Chairs, Co-Chairs, distinguished guests,

delegates, advertisers, and media persons. I am highly grateful to all the special advisory committee

members, advisory committee members, organizing committee members, all the staff members who have

worked relentlessly to make RAEP and Alumni Meet a great success.

Above all, I thank and praise my God Jesus Christ for giving us the knowledge and strength to

accomplish this academic venture.

I am sure that RAEP will make rich and rewarding contributions to the promotion of research

in colleges, universities and research institutions.

I wish RAEP 2019 & Alumni meet all success.


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Director's Desk Chemical society,popularly known as CHEMSO ,a scientic society that supports extra curricular scientic activity along with education through chemistry related activities was founded by Late Dr K B Lal with the approval and blessings of Prof P I Iittyerah the then Principal in 1969.Under the inexhaustive guidance of of its founder director,Dr Ashok kumar, and blessings of Principals Prof G M Ram,Prof M.S Renick ,Prof Ipe M Ipe and Prof F M Prasad,CHEMSO grew like the cedars of Lebanon and under the able guidance of Dr. Hemant Kulshrestha ,director CHEMSO and blessings of Principals Dr Alexander Lall and Prof P E Joseph and Dr R P Singh , director CHEMSO continued their efforts to make CHEMSO a scientic entity which binds us together with the members of CHEMSO past and present .

It is an absolute pleasure to communicate with you as the director of this esteemed society ,which ranks among the best. With an internationally benchmarked scheme of activities and world class robust system of training and project presentations in national and international conferences, CHEMSO stands tall amongst the best extracurricular societies worldwide.

• At the outset, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Principal ,Prof S P Singh, faculty members, the members of CHEMSO for trusting me with a profound responsibility of serving in the best interest of our stakeholders, our students, and the profession. I truely believe that with your active participation and unstinted support ,we shall together add a new chapter in the growth story of our beloved Chemistry department and college .

Our priority:Global positioning of our students

• We at department of chemistry, St john's college, committed to facilitate best learning resources , infrastructure and services to enable our students to realize their dream. As you know ,Chemistry Department has been providing training of sophisticated instruments like Atomic Absorption Spectrometer(AAS),High peformance liquid chromatograph (HPLC),Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrophotometer(FTIR),UV-VIS Spectrophotometer, Flame Phometer, Ion Selective Electrode(ISE),and low cost instruments since 2006 in consonance with the recommendations of MHRD(Ministry of Human Resource Development) to position our students as a global scientist and equip our students for a fullling career ahead. No other colleges in UP has sophisticated instruments like our Lab and offers training for PG students. So far more than 300 students and scholars have been benetted. Many of our students got absorbed in to CSIR LABS,NPL Lab, National Research Institute with their training. Many of our students pursued post doctoral Fellowship from Germany, United states of America etc ,presently one of our students doing PDF from China.

• National Geographic Channel documentary lm on Taj Mahal on the occasion of World heritage day' special contains some clippings of research work ',analysis of Yamuna water' done in sophisticated instrumentation laboratory of Chemical sciences,Chemistry department.

• Opportunities and knowledge support-As an educational institution ,we would endeavor to inculculate an attitude to pursue research in chemistry or environmental sciences and to provide an ample exposure in the current research for our budding scientists by enhancing participation in National and international conferences, seminars and workshops, rst we make them do projects under mentors to skill them to scale up their performance and give them exposure in conferences ,campus placements and industrial training programmes to share knowledge and best practices. Chemistry department organised International conference on Recent Advances in Environmental Protection (RAEP-2009)and Ruby Jubilee of Chemical Society (CHEMSO)from 27-29th Nov,2009 at Clark's Shiraz, Agra and also organized an International conference on Recent Advances in Environmental


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Protection (RAEP-2018)and alumni meet of (1978-1980)M.SC batch from 17-19th Nov,2018 at Clark's Shiraz, Agra.

The Department offers B Sc Industrial Chemistry since 2002, one of three colleges of DBRAU offers this course.

Mission and Vision Being students of coveted subject,you would know that opportunities are aplenty in this eld.Due to diverse and complex industry and educational sector requirements arising in the context of neck throttling competition,we need to step up the quality of education we provide,improve the domain of research so that our students will be able to Serve the Nation in the eld of Chemical Scientic knowledge and to make students a good citizen/ human being who prove to be an asset for humanity.

Our students will only be able to use these opportunities if we enhance their knowledge in these areas through various activities.

I am quite hopeful that our continual endeavors and initiatives towards strengthening the Department through CHEMSO and delivery of quality education ,training and services will benet our students hugely and will further be instrumental in empowering our students to become accomplished professionals in the future.

The future belongs to the best….

Best wishes to all….

Dr. Susan Verghese P. Head, Department of Chemistry Director, Chemical Society (CHEMSO) St. John's College, Agra


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Dr. Susan Verghese P.

Declamation Speech: A scientic declamation speech is the term used to describe the re-giving of an important or famous speech of a scientist. The speaker re-interprets the original, reproducing its power afresh. This exercise will be set as part of studying public speaking skills. The purpose is to have the student directly experience the power of invention, innovation, technique, method in masterfully crafted language. Through their interpretation the techniques and skills of the original orator are learned and also motivated not only the speaker but also the audience. Declamation examples would include Marie Curie's, Sir. C. V Raman's and Dr. A. P J. Abdul Kalam's Address.

Scientic Extempore: A science extempore speech is an impromptu speech which the candidate is required to make on a scientic topic given there and then. No prior preparation is permissible. Topics usually given are chemistry, bond, bond energy, entropy, endothermic reaction, exothermic reaction, frequency, pressures, uniqueness of electron etc… It is a practice piece for a student to learn the skills of combining eloquent language with equally eloquent delivery.

Dr. Raju V John.

Chemical Dumb Cherad:

Charade, originally a kind of riddle, probably invented in France during the 18th century, It involves acting out words or phrases written on a slip of paper. The object is to get your team to guess the answer using gestures alone. Playing charades can help build team camaraderie.

Chemical Dumb cherad is a fun and innovative way of learning chemistry, through acting & guessing various chemical processes & reactions name of chemicals & apparatus.

Dr. Mohd. Anis.

Science Quiz:

Science quiz is most important co-curricular activity of chemical Society. The purpose of this activity is to develop the spirit of participation, cooperation and healthy debate amongst the participants in order to learn from each other and keep them updated the scientic development in different elds. And also develop the sense of searching, Inquiry and wider reading habits amongst the students.

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Dr. Shalini Nelson.

Sketching Compitition:

"Sketching is minute observation of sense organs"

Sketching helps develop a number of different areas of brain. It develop ability to focus and pay attention, a skill that can be very useful throughout life and career. It improve creative skills and start thinking in a different way. It can be helpful for personal development and solving problem.udents.

Dr. Anita Anand

Dance Competition:

] Dr Anita Anand: Dance has always been a part of every culture and society. It is an exercise that has a positive impact on one's Mind, Body and Spirit. The body posters and steps while dancing releases some neurotransmitters like Dopamine and Serotonin which helps refresh the mind and strengthens the mental capabilities, increases blood circulation and improves respiration. For young students it is altogether benecial.

Crossword Puzzle:

Dr Anita Anand: Crossword Puzzle is a recreational activity a break from the traditional classroom learning. It enhances the students to do some brain exercise by constructive thinking improving their ability to learn and analyse. It helps reinforce existing connections between the brain cells and thus lowers the risk of dementia and alziemers.

Mr. Praveen Tyagi

Singing Competition:

Singing is one of musical therapy that reduces stress and strain of one's life. Chemically it also affects our body metabolism. That is why singing competition is one of the events in chemical society of department of chemistry, St. John's College Agra. Praveen Tyagi.


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Dr. David Daneesh Massey

Essay Writing Competition:

Writing is an important part of life at College and University as part of studies also referred as 'Academic Writing. It helps express feelings and thoughts to the other in a relatively permanent way and helps express thoughts, beliefs and ideas. Writing encourages and enhances critical thinking, creative thinking and helps in organising thoughts and improve communication skills. Thus, a one-day essay writing competition was conducted on 18th of October 2019 in Department of Chemistry for graduate and post graduate students under the Chemical society (CHEMSO) on the topic “Yours contribution towards Swatch Bharat Abhiyan” a student's initiative towards clean India drive. Number of students participated and imparted their thoughts and ideas towards this and made this activity a success. Dr David Daneesh Massey was the coordinator for this activity.

Dr. Mahima Habil Massey

Poster Making Competition:

Poster making competition - based on current environmental issues was organized under the Chemical Society (CHEMSO), in Department of chemistry, St. John's College, Agra, on 26th September 2019. The students showcased their perceptions about the environmental issues through their creativity. They also wrote wonderful slogans to address the message. The commendable activity of these artists also displayed the healthy and unhealthy environment, cleanliness, less usage of plastic, uniqueness and beauty of the mother earth. Dr. Ashok Kumar (Former Head) was the chief guest of the event. Dr. Mahima Habil Massey was the coordinator. Dr. Susan Verghese P. (Head, Chemistry Department) and faculty members were present to motivate the students.

Science Model Making Competition:

Dr. Padma Malika HazaraDebate

Mr. Ram Kumar SaraswatChemical Quiz:


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A Model Making competition was organized on 26th September 2019, under CHEMSO. The topics included: Low water table, Global warming, Plastic less environment, Rain water harvesting, Cleanliness, Usage green buildings and many more. Model making is an initiative to showcase the affecting environmental conditions and the ideas to reduce and control them. The skilled model making by the student's showcased their critical thinking, research skills designs and imagination. Dr. Mahima Habil Massey was the coordinator of this event. Dr. Susan Verghese P. (H.O.D) and other faculty members also viewed and encouraged their hard work. Dr. Ashok Kumar, the chief guest of the competition also appreciated the hard work and efforts of the students.

Dr. Mahima Habil Massey and Dr. David Daneesh Massey

Environmental Awareness Programme:

An Environmental awareness program was organized by Chemical Society (CHEMSO), Department of Chemistry, St. John's College, Agra on 18th Sep 2019 at multipurpose Hall. The program was conducted by Dr. Mahima Habil Massey and Dr. David Daneesh Massey coordinators, under the esteemed guidance of Dr. Susan Verghese P. (Head, Chemistry Department) and other faculty members. The program was graced by Dr. H. B. Singh. Around 100 students participated in answering questionnaire based on the environmental issues. This questionnaire was designed and focused on the 3rd Goal of India Vision 2030. This survey also aimed to view whether students are aware of their surroundings and the environmental factors inuencing their health. They were also asked to promote and initiate more towards a healthier and greener environment around them.

Ms. Deeksha

God gave me this remarkable opportunity to learn and devote my services to the department of chemistry of a renowned college. I feel proud to be a part of the department (Chemical Society) which offered me a chance to serve its students a little knowledge which I could gain in my life till date. I am thankful to all the teachers & the department of chemistry for their constant support and able guidance which infused me with condence & propelled me with curiosity towards newer discoveries.

The time which I devoted here has added has exuberance to my personality, essential for my bright future.

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Fond memories about Late Dr. K. B. Lal founder by his daughter Mrs. Anamika Lal and family

डॉ. कृ� िबहारी लाल

एक अद्भुत ��

एक िवल�ण सोच

एक अमर नाम, िजसने

St. John's College को

उ� मुकाम पर प�ंचा िदया

िश�ा के हर �े� म� उसका

परचम लहरा िदया

बरसो ंसे बंद पड़ी exibition

चला दी NSS को नयी ऊंचाईयां

िदला दीथे वो ChemSo के

Founder: Physical, Organic,

Inorganic तीनो ंम� ही all-rounder

College म� proctor बन

वो ब�ो ंके थे र�क

St. John's को उ�ोनें

जीवन की �ाथिमकता दी

घर प�रवार से �ादा

College की उनको िचंता थी

कोिशश मा� की है

उनके �� को दशा�ने की

कबीर जी के दोहे सी मेरी भी

�था है, पूण� बात ना बता पाने

कीसात सम�र की मिस करौ ं

लेखिन सब बनराइ।

धरती सब कागद करौ ं

ह�र गुण िलखा न जाई।।

तो उनके अ�ंत िवराट �� को

पूण�तः बता पाना अस�व है।

पढ़ा उनसे िजसने, वो सफल �ए

इतने उ� कोिट के थे िश�क

Author भी थे वो

ब�त महान

Engineering, medical के

ब�ो ंको भी िदया था �ान

िजतने थे Chemistry

म� िवशारद उतने ही

अ� िवषयो ंम� भी महारत

जो कोई कुछ भी पूछने आता

मायूस होकर कभी ना जाता

िजतने �खर थे िव�ा म�

Sports के भी थे incharge

स�ाला था उसके भी

different fields म� charge

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Late. Capt. Sumant Yadav: Son of soil and Pride of St John’s

The chemical society will ever be indebted to Late Mr Sumant Yadav who was a student of this college in the 70’s and was instrumental in developing this society.

I am his proud younger brother who grew up listening to his mesmerizing persona and bewilderingtrystswith science, arts, photography,debates, sports and studies nally ending up in the Armed Forces.

Born on 8thDecember 1956 in present day Prayagraj, he was hyperactive from early childhood and had that extra energy that is so common in today’s computer age kids but was rare those days. He had so many questions that

nobody could answer and that led to endless experiments and inventions in his early school life. He used to make scientic models and electronic gadgets at home which were very costly to buy and had limited availability in India in those days.

He was joint secretary of Chemical Society, In charge of photography section and president of National Service Scheme. He was hard working and full of zeal and adventurous. He suddenly decided to join army and got selected in his rst attempt. Upon joining he became darling of all ofcers and Jawans very quickly and achieved new heights in a short period of one and a half years of service as second lieutenant in India Army.

Unfortunately we lost him when his Ofcers Bus met with an accident in hills of Sikkim on 22nd March 1980 while still in the front area. We were ooded with overwhelming messages of condolence containing exceptional words of praise for such a junior ofcer from very high ranked ofcers in Army.

He served the family, society and country at different levels and due to his multitalented personality he endeared himself to all who came in contact with him. St John’s College remembers him so many years after his demise just because of his charisma and helpful nature. On this day on the occasion of 50th anniversary of Chemical Society we remember him and pay our homage to a brilliant son of soil who came as a meteor and enlightened the lives of all around him and disappeared.

Dr. Anurag Yadav (Neurologist)

Late. Capt. Sumant Yadav

Dr Rajan

I joined K. E. College Mannanam in 1980 itself and retired as Associate Professor of Chemistry in 2013 Now enjoying retired life, but still teaching Chemistry ,a few classes a week in a neighboring CBSE school (Lourdes Public School Kottayam) . I am sorry for not being able to participate in the Jubilee celebrations of our Chemical Society. I remember with nostalgia,the two years of our activities of the Chemical Society including the Chemical Exhibition we conducted during those days which was a grand success. We were in St John's,during 1978-80 as the MSc batch of Chemistry. We had a grand reunion of our batch last year and the Principal, Head of the Dept of Chemistry Dr. Hemant, Dr. Susan and our beloved teachers Dr. Jain, Dr. Seth, and Dr. Ashok kumar were also with us in that memorable event. I am very happy to know that our classmate Dr. J. S. Sharma will be there as an active organizer of the event. May I wish all success to the Golden Jubilee Celebrations and to the Chemistry Department which remains as a part of our hearts!


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Dr. (Mrs) Shalini Srivastava Dr.(Mrs) Shalini Srivastava obtained M.Sc. (Inorganic Chemistry)and Ph.D. from St. John’s College Agra, actively associated with CHEMSO SJC and now is Professor in the Dayalbagh Educational Institute. She has been actively engaged in the research on phytoremediation and decontamination of toxic water pollutants using low cost agricultural waste. She has more than 100 research papers in reputed journals from her guiding Ph.D. work. She has been awarded Fellow of Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC) in 2015. She has travelled to U.K. and US many times in connection with research presentation. Dr. (Mrs) Srivastava has two patent and authored books on Novel Biomaterials and other topics.

Dr Anjali Kulshrestha

Dr. Susan Verghese

Head of Chemistry Department

St. Johns College

Agra University

Hope this email nds you in the best of your health and pink spirit. I've heard a lot about you and your work in the related eld from Ashok sir and Dr. Aditi kulshreshtha. I appreciate your endless efforts through Chemso Whats app group and Facebook. So my heart says that this is the right moment to appreciate the person who is extremely sincere dedicated to her work and profession, as well college, students and society. I would like to extend my appreciation from the core of my heart for your unaccountable work.

Dr. Susan Verghese you have done pioneering work in the eld of Environment Protection and Sustainability. You have been the guiding light and have motivated many peers and students towards challenging assignments, projects and spreading awareness about environmental degradation and its adverse effects on the health of mankind.

In pursuit of excellence Dr. Verghese you are the initiator in making our planet secure for the next generations. I rmly believe that you have proved that we have not inherited this earth from our ancestors but have borrowed it from our children and it is our responsibility to preserve and take care of it.

I commemorate some of her many achievements i.e.

· Organizing an awareness program on indoor health pollution in Sept 2019,

· Encouraging students to understand the Environmental Factors which inuence their health

· Environmental Protection Model Making Competition and a Poster Competition on Environmental Awareness in the Chemistry department

· Under her tutelage a seminar was organized on Thermodynamics of Bio-Polymers by Akandha Agarwal

· Participating in India Vision 2020 Air Pollution Perception where a galaxy of luminaries from the academic eld were on the panel of Speakers

Dr. Verghese is convening RAEP - 2019 an International Seminar on Recent Advances in Environmental Protection on the occasion of Golden Jubilee of CHEMSO in Nov 2019.

Dr. Verghese you have shown tremendous commitment and passion towards your work. I am inspired by your dedication towards the environment and I am sure that you will continue to lead all of us in making this world a better place to live.

It is commendable that how sincerely and successfully you are handling the Chemistry department of the college I truly appreciate your role in the success of St. John's college.

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altogether such a huge bunch of alumni on a single platform. It proves that you always think out of the box. Everyone in the CHEMSO GROUP are delighted with your interest, hard work and dedication.

Wishing you all the very best for the upcoming CHEMSO alumni meet golden Jubilee celebration.

Keep on treading the path and illuminating it for the generations to come.

With lot of Warm wishes

Dr. Anjali Kulshreshtha

Ankleshwar (Gujarat)

Alumni St. John's college, Agra

Mr Vineet Bhawania Hearty congratuations to the Chemical Society of St.John's College,Agra on completion of 50 years of its existence.Founded in 1969 by Dr.K.B.Lal.CHEMSO has achieved tremendous sucess under the able guidance of Dr.Ashok Kumar, Director of the society.The CHEMSO has provided a platform to the students to showcase their multidimensional talents in the eld of Science and Technology as well as hobbies.Debates,Quizs,General knowledge competitions ,Seminars ,Science and hobby exhibition etc.etc.organised under the banner of CHEMSO helps in developing the overall personality of the student.I have vivid memories of all these activities .The guidance of the then Principal prof.G.M.Ram, Director of the society,Dr.Ashok Kumar,Dr Hemant Kulshreshtha,Dr.R.P.Singh,Dr.H.B.Singh,Dr.Seth and Dr.Baneerjee(Head of the Deptt.) Will always be remembered.We are furtunate enough to blessing of Dr.K.B.Lal also.I wish Dr.Susan Vergise ,Staff members and present ofce bearers of the Society a very bright future and sucess of the mega event.GOLDEN JUBLIEE CELEBRATION OF CHEMSO

Dear Dr Susan,

Thank you for giving an opportunity to reminisce my association with Chemical Society (CHEMSO) on a landmark occasion. I actively participated activities of the Society and also served one term as class-representative while in the College (1987-91). I recall participating in essay-writing competitions and solving chemistry crossword puzzles. Quiz was my favourite, participating in contests held in other departments and even in other faculties of the College. I take pride in being a winner of Lt. Sumant Yadav Memorial Quiz organized by CHEMSO. Science exhibitions organized by CHEMSO attracted whole of Agra and I fondly remember having put up the lone project in Mathematics. As resident of Bishop French Hostel then, I had opportunity to see from the ringside- the planning, brieng and debrieng of the Exhibitions, organized by CHEMSO involving all departments in Science Faculty, that happened in the Hostel which gave successive Presidents to CHEMSO during my stay there. The picnics organized under the tutelage of CHEMSO were a big draw among students, and had lot of stories and experiences in their wake, to be told and retold.Looking back, I feel CHEMSO was an amazing platform prompting young students from disparate backgrounds and on the threshold of college life, to gain some valuable experience for life. With exponential growth of technology and avenues for learning beyond the classroom there, activities as those promoted by CHEMSO need to be intensied to arm graduating men and women with 21st century skills- collaboration, team work, communication, critical thinking and other set of human skills. The co-curricular and extra-curricular activities should get mainstreamed and allow the graduating students to use the experience in building their personality and career paths. Our higher education warrants such outwardly changes to provide creative, progressive and responsible youth to the society.It gives me great pleasure to note that CHEMSO is in its 50th year! A milestone in the progression of any entity and I salute the founders, promoters, guides and

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enthusiasts who have admirably contributed in its evolution. I still remember participating in its Ruby Jubilee Celebration on December 19, 2009 in the magnicent Assembly Hall and look forward to an even more grand Golden Jubilee celebration. Unfortunately, I will be abroad leading a delegation while that congregation for celebration happens in Agra and will miss it. Alas! I extend my best wishes to the entire team, comprising of faculty, students and alumni of the Department of Chemistry working industriously under your leadership, for organising a betting event to mark the occasion.Best regards,

`Dr. Neeraj Saxena

Advisor, All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

Nelson Mandela Marg, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi 110070

My Experiences In ChemsoPadmamalika Khanna Nee Hazra

Asst Prof Chemistry

I have to turn my kaliedescope backwards manytimes over to get to my vivid and varied colored pages of chemsotucked deep inside my brainmemory but one the only factor that it will keep repeating is lighting up at the mention of two names Dr K. B. Lal and Dr. Ashok Kumar the founding fathers of this erstwhile chemical society which celebratesits golden anniversary this auspiciousyear.

Dr Ashok Kumar has been the driving force behind all the activities i took part in and for that matter each one of us were hand picked by him . We all owe our place in the sun to him . Had it not been to him we would have all remained mute wall owers to be content in sartorial bliss but may, not so, we had a part to play. We too had our story to be told and chemical society was the crucible for every possible concoction to be designed and digested both and Dr Ashok gave us full freedom for our artistic expressions.

Ajay, Chaya, Asit, Vandana, Arati and Renuka to name a few we were all partners in everything good and good ie to name a few talent competition

Cricket, Singing, Excursions, Debate, Hobby Expressions

thus sir had a huge task of chisseling the art as well as the persona behind it. Thus we all owe our soft skills to sir and to Dr H.B. Singh also who to great care in nuturing us as young talent at that egling state.this is beginning to become a never ending exercise as fty years is a huge amount oftime to amass many bodies of works of distiguished importance all of which are shining brightly in the chemso sky and Dr. Susan Verghese P will mention them but many congratulations and jubilations to our fold to be a part of this dynamic and brilliant chemical society.

My tributes wiil not be complete if i don't mention Dr. B. C. Bannergi and Dr. G. M Ram my hod and principal then god bless.

Dr. Anindita Bhattacharya

My association with Chemso

My association with Chemso has been a journey dotted generously with some very fond memories. I have been quite an active member and participated in various competitions, winning prizes. Chemso also wonderfully added to my network, and the association with like-minded people has been a source of immense joy and pleasure. Last but not the least, Chemso enables being connected to one's roots,

being in touch with teachers whose blessings play a big role in shaping our careers – a fact I cherish highly. I wish Chemso all the best.

RAPE 2019 ST. John's College, Agra 1st & 2nd November, 2019

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Haemedra Chaturvedi (Bureau Chief, Hindustan Times Agra)

As many other students passing out from intermediate college, I too reached St John's College for my B Sc. Being student of St John's was always a matter of pride but identity crises was certainly an issue. Student politics was a strict no no for science students and here was Chemical Society, a brainchild of Dr Ashok Kulshrestha Sir, to provide a much needed platform. I contested election for joint secretary and defeated, now my best friend, Dr Bhupendra Swaroop Sharma. This gave me the condence and identity which i still owe to CHEMSO and whenever I cross the crossing, the red sandstone building reminds me of same. Long Live Chemso.

Manoj ( Sodhi ) Bal

M.Sc .Organic Chemistry 1972. MA History, B.Ed, MA Theology

Having married to an Army ofcer Maj Gen NPS Bal , was not able to pursue any carrier path per say .

Taught in various schools including being Principal of an army school in Baramulla. But from 1990 onwards till about 2007 worked as Ex Director of an Event Management Company in Delhi , handling corporate Events and was also Director of Elite Modelling School and Agency. From 2007 till date I am working as Advisor of Sumeet Rahul Goel Mem Sr Sec School ,( an English Medium CBSE School ) Kamla Nagar, Agra .

CHEMSO was the initiative of Dr MB Lal and Dr Ashok Kumar , two young enthusiastic Professors of ours , respected and adored by us all .I was part of CHEMSO from 1970 to 1972 , these were the initial stages and students were encouraged to put up their articles on the notice boards of the Science Dept. It was great to be associated with our mentors and guides and gave us an opportunity to learn and grow.

Dr. Gaurav Satendra Sharma

Ph.D in (Environmental Science) from Department of Environmental Studies, School of Life Science Khandari Campus, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra. Master's in Physical and Organic Chemistry from St. John's College, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra. As Independent researcher & educationist.

Sometimes we never know the value of moment until it becomes a memory. College not only educates us for the pursuit of a career, but it also provides knowledge and introduces real-life situations that help us to learn about life and themselves. For me to remember, the two Master's degree from this fabulous college has being the most memorable moment. For this I am thankful and grateful to the Professor's from the past till the present Dr Susan Verghese P. Moreover being the part of the 50th year of CHEMSO will be a moment and again a memory to be remembered.


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Haemedra Chaturvedi (Bureau Chief, Hindustan Times Agra)

As many other students passing out from intermediate college, I too reached St John's College for my B Sc. Being student of St John's was always a matter of pride but identity crises was certainly an issue. Student politics was a strict no no for science students and here was Chemical Society, a brainchild of Dr Ashok Kulshrestha Sir, to provide a much needed platform. I contested election for joint secretary and defeated, now my best friend, Dr Bhupendra Swaroop Sharma. This gave me the condence and identity which i still owe to CHEMSO and whenever I cross the crossing, the red sandstone building reminds me of same. Long Live Chemso.

Manoj ( Sodhi ) Bal

M.Sc .Organic Chemistry 1972. MA History, B.Ed, MA Theology

Having married to an Army ofcer Maj Gen NPS Bal , was not able to pursue any carrier path per say .

Taught in various schools including being Principal of an army school in Baramulla. But from 1990 onwards till about 2007 worked as Ex Director of an Event Management Company in Delhi , handling corporate Events and was also Director of Elite Modelling School and Agency. From 2007 till date I am working as Advisor of Sumeet Rahul Goel Mem Sr Sec School ,( an English Medium CBSE School ) Kamla Nagar, Agra .

CHEMSO was the initiative of Dr MB Lal and Dr Ashok Kumar , two young enthusiastic Professors of ours , respected and adored by us all .I was part of CHEMSO from 1970 to 1972 , these were the initial stages and students were encouraged to put up their articles on the notice boards of the Science Dept. It was great to be associated with our mentors and guides and gave us an opportunity to learn and grow.

Dr. Gaurav Satendra Sharma

Ph.D in (Environmental Science) from Department of Environmental Studies, School of Life Science Khandari Campus, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra. Master's in Physical and Organic Chemistry from St. John's College, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra. As Independent researcher & educationist.

Sometimes we never know the value of moment until it becomes a memory. College not only educates us for the pursuit of a career, but it also provides knowledge and introduces real-life situations that help us to learn about life and themselves. For me to remember, the two Master's degree from this fabulous college has being the most memorable moment. For this I am thankful and grateful to the Professor's from the past till the present Dr Susan Verghese P. Moreover being the part of the 50th year of CHEMSO will be a moment and again a memory to be remembered.


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Dr. Seema Bhadauria

My to- be graduate days in St. John's College were splendid days of my life. Powerful teachings of my teachers wave in my blood to empower me at all moments - whenever I face challenges in fullling responsibilities or accepting failures!

I remember every corner of the college and walk freely in the corridors with full ownership as if walls of corridors still know me and help me hear echoed voice of my teachers and friends.

Dr. Ashit Asthana

Hearty Congratulations to the Chemical Society (CHEMSO) of St Johns’ College on its Golden Jubilee!!

The CHEMSO is providing an excellent platform to its students in developing their talents in the elds of Science and Technologies including their hobbies.

When I was a member of CHEMSO, it had given me ample of opportunities to learn “how to work in a team” and helped me a lot in developing my Leadership Qualities as a President of Society in the year 1987-88. Both of these qualities contributed me later in building my professional career as well. Number of CHEMSO events specially Science and Hobby exhibition organized at a very large scale during my tenure is still vivid in my memories….

My best wishes and Good Luck to wonderful CHEMSO, its members and Ofce bearers for their bright future.

Dr. P. N Harisharma

Leaping to back pages something stood always bright , my St Johnian days - batting the extreme climate soothed by the warmth of my mentor and guide Dr. Ashok Kumar are the memories that I always cherishes. The seeds of my career was sown and nurtured by the eminent hands of Ashok sir. Going through the memory lane the old world charm of the city of Agra stand out with its state colonial buildings and the jewel in the crown the Taj reminiscing my days at St. Johns with all its nostalgia.

Dr. P. N Harisharma HoD , P. G Dept. of Chemistry SSV College, Perumbavoor Ernakulam, Kerala Member PG Board of studies MG University Kottayam Kerala


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Dr. Alfred Lawrence

Dr. Alfred Lawrence was an active member of CHEMSO ever since he joined St. John's College as a M.Sc. Chemistry student in 1999,till he proudly nished his Ph.D under the suppression of Prof. Ajay Taneja in the year 2006. Dr. Lawrence worked as a students' Team leader in promoting various activities in CHEMSO and represented Department of Chemistry in many National and International events globally.Dr. Lawrence is working in the eld of Air Pollution and its' human health impact since past 19 years. During his doctoral study he visited University of Manchester and Oxford University, U.K. as visiting scholar. He holds four years (2006-2009) of Post Doctoral experience from Purdue University, USA. In 2010, he joined Isabella Thoburn college, Lucknow as Assistant Professor in Department of Chemistry and has been serving as the Chairperson of the of Research & Networking Cell and Director of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the college.

Dr. Amit Singh

Website : www.linkedin.com/in/dr-amit-singh-b1219a16/

Designation: Physical R&D Researcher

Current Organization: Teva API India Pvt. Ltd.

Ph.D Chemistry IIT Delhi (2007-2014).

CSIR-NET June, 2006.

M.Sc. Chemistry with specialization in Inorganic chemistry- (passing year 2005) from Department of Chemistry, St. John's college, Agra.

Published 6 research articles in journals of international repute with more than 25 international patents on solid forms of drug molecules. Worked with leading Global Generic pharmaceutical companies such Mylan Lab. Ltd. USA (2014-17) and Teva Pharmaceutical, Israel (2017-till now).

I have more than 9 years of exclusive research experience in crystallization, process optimization and development of novel forms of multi component systems ranging from organic, organo metallic and hybrid molecules.

My association with Chemso:

Chemical society of Department of chemistry, St. John's College, Agra, I had been associated for a year 2004-05 as an active member of CHEMSO and participated in different activities of CHEMSO. I won rst prices for MSc Seminar- "Transport and storage of dioxygen" Very unique guidance of Dr. Ajay Taneja, Dr. Suan Varghese and Dr. Alfred Lawrence has sharpened my research interest in Bioinorganic chemistry and so, I have chosen my PhD area of research in Bioinorganic Chemistry and Crystallography. I have also participated in scientic quotation writing competition, Science quiz, Debate and Vigyan Chetna Abhiyan etc. My M.Sc. project work on "Levels of PAHs in soil of Agra" under the supervision of Dr. Ajay Taneja, really helped to develop my analytical and research interest. While performing my rst Chromatography experiment in MSc nal year, Dr. Hemant Kulshrestha introduced me to Dr. Prabal Pratap Singh, who has shown me the torch for my IIT dream. Dr. Ashok Kumar, Dr. Raju John provided me all support with regards to reference books and excellent teachings. I am thankful for CHEMSO for making me to learn new things, how to presents my thoughts into word and action, above all exploring my research ability. Thanks to all my respected teachers, research scholars, staff and students.


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Dr. MahimaHabil Massey Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, St. John's College, Agra, Ph: +91-9411877727 Email:[email protected]

My involvement with my college is a lifetime experience. I came to this college in 2002 and joined B.Sc. Bio stream (ZBC). The teachings and motivation of my teachers encouraged me to a lot. Besides the academic syllabus, I was enthusiastic to participate in many of the science and other curricular activities conducted under the Chemso society and won many prizes. Later in 2005, I joined M.Sc. in

Chemistry (Specialization in Physical Chemistry) where I build the ability to prove and improve myself. I presented my rst talk on "DNA Polymerisation" as a project assignment, which gave me a high uplift in my condence. I also did a project on "Heavy metal contamination in human hair", under the able guidance of Dr. Ashok Kumar guidance and Dr. Susan Verghese P. also supported and motivated me to pursue my future in chemistry. Such things brightened a scientic temperament due to which from 2007 to 2012 I did my Ph.D. under Prof. Ajay Taneja on the topic "Studies on Indoor Air Pollutants in Classroom of School's Located in Different Microenvironments". Prof. Ajay Taneja's motivation and entrustment became a support to me, to present and publish my research work nationally and internationally. The scientic zeal budded by my teachers led me to become a Fast Track Post.Doc Fellow under the Young Scientist scheme SERB, DST. Finally to the present day; I am serving as a faculty member in this Department of Chemistry, trying to carry on with the scientic temperament by my teachings, guidance, and support to the present and upcoming students.

Dr. David Daneesh Massey Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, St. John's College, Agra, Ph: +91-9411877727 Email: [email protected]

My association with my college, department or rather say my second home has been quite long. I was a very young just 18 when I joined this college in 2001 in the B.Sc. (ZBC). I completed my graduation in 2004 and later joined the M.Sc. Chemistry from 2005 to 2006. I did my specialization in Organic Chemistry. From 2001 to 2006 I was very closely associated with the Chemical society( CHEMSO) activates and participated in many of its events. I was even Class Representative in my M.Sc. nal Batch for the year 2005-2006. The same year we participated in a workshop conducted by Chemical Society on Analytical Instrumentation training due to which we had a hand's on experience in life on sophisticated instruments like AAS, HPLC, GC, etc. Due to which later my interest in research grew. I also did a project under Prof. Ajay Taneja on "Studies on Outdoor and Indoor Air Quality". I later joined Prof. Ajay Taneja on completion of my M.Sc. for my Ph.D. in 2006 on the topic "Studies on Mass Concentration and Elemental Composition of Indoor Particulate Matter". Due to his guidance and support, I was able to publish many national and international papers and acquired a scientic temperament. I was a JRF and an SRF on a DST Project and a Research Associate on a CSIR project. At present I am working as a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry, St. John's College Agra

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Dr. Jamson Masih registered as a student in St. John’s College in 2001, completed his BSc. in 2004 (Chemistry, Zoology, and Botany). He was an active member of CHEMSO from the year 2004 when joined as a M.Sc. Chemistry student till he nished his Ph.D under the supervision of Prof. Ajay Taneja in the year 2010. During this period he was actively involved in the activities of the CHEMSO. He had been involved in organising the various events of the CHEMSO such as Inaugural & valedictory function, M.Sc. Seminars, Industrial visit, Invited Talks by eminent Scientist and Professor. Dr Jamson Masih his working as an Asst. Professor of Chemistry at Wilson College, Mumbai, India since 2011. He had also been a Dr. D. S. Kothari Post-Doctoral Fellow in the year 2010 at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. At Present he is also the Bursar and the Member of Board of Management of Wilson College, Mumbai.

Dr. Roby Soni `My association with Chemical Society goes eleven years back when I joined the Chemistry Department of the college as a graduate student in 2007. I was an active member of the Society, participated in many events and won many too. Being a member of Society helped me gain self-condence. Society`s quizzes were unique in that it embodied learning with fun, especially Dumb Charade, and Chemical Quiz. I still cherish the fond memories of my ve years-long association with Chemical Society during my time at St. John`s College. I wish all the luck and success to the Chemical Society for future endeavors.` Dr. Roby Soni, aLaboratory for Chemistry and Life Science Institute of Innovative Research, Tokyo Institute of Technology, R1-17, 4259 Nagatsuta, Midori-ku, Yokohama 226-8503, Japan

Lalit Kumar Chemical society (abbreviated as CHEMSO) is a great platform in St. Johns College (Agra) which provides opportunities to students to show their hidden talents in front of public. Basically Chemso organises a number of competitions for students. The very day when any event is organised by chemso, there is always an alumni along with teachers which analyses the participants and helps them to enhance their performance which is a golden opportunity which they get. So at last I must say that chemso teaches us a great lesson that along with education, curricular activities plays a vital role in our life because communication skills, behaviour and manners matters a lot than education. Written by- Lalit Kumar (B.Sc. Part-2) (PCM)


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Message: We are lucky to have Chemistry as a subject which serves this universe best after The Almighty God..! Let us feel the magic of chemistry and spread it world wide..! Memories: I have been Chemso. President during 2013-14. St. John's College and Chemistry faculty is awesome, supportive and kind a lot. Chemso. Inspired me to do new things in chemistry. Its activities were motivational and a way to understand chemistry in a creative way. It was my good luck that I could make a memorandum (ppt: PowerPoint presentation) on the retirement of Dr. H.B. Singh Sir.I could join SJC because of kindness of Dr. Hemant Kulshreshtha Sir. My mentor, always cheerful, motivator Dr. Susan mam was always our role model. Can't forget the support of Dr. R.P. Singh Sir who taught me the importace of a blank paper and ll in the blanks. Dumb Cherads my favorite.

Renu Singh My experience in chemo department : I am Renu Singh, Student of B.Sc. IInd Year, very happy to be part of chemo society. According to me faculty of chemistry department is very helpful at at everytime. Time to time motivational speeches, organization of competitions helps most of the students in coming time and also inspired me. Interaction of Faculty with students helps in communication skills.

Shivam Tripathi Chemistry is central to the intellectual and technological advances in many areas of science . The DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY (CHEMICAL SOCIETY) is playing a crucial role in grooming young minds by unveiling their hidden talents through regular lectures and discussions. As members of CHEMSO it is our endeavor to attract, develop and retain a diverse range of talented people, make international collaboration for students and faculty mobility and research cooperation. Promotion of inclusivity and accessibility is the hallmark of our CHEMSO in order to improve diversity. Sustainability is a global priority and depends on chemistry which provides solutions to global and industrial challenges. What has enthralled me the most is the constant encouragement by the team of our teachers to make us aware about environmental protection through the use of green chemistry. I deeply express my gratitude to our mentors who guide us into the inquiry of chemistry with their unstinted support. Thanks are also due to the non-teaching staff, without whose cooperation it would be difcult to wade through the practical aspects of chemistry.


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Akansha Chemso harness its positive power to fuel us and collective growth for skill development. It has helped me to know my limits and how far i can stretch them. It has always brought the best out of me, helped me to build a never give up attitude.

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Anjali I immensely pay my gratitude towards chemso of our department for giving me the responsibility of being president of CHEMSO.Since last ve years I've been taking part in numerous activity and have improved my learning and condence which made me a better learned person to stand in the society.I feel proud to be a part of this "CHEMSO".

Anustha Before joining chemical society I had no idea how can practice make me different from the ones who do not. But as I made an effort towards it, I realized my own potential. Anyone would feel proud to be a part of it and me, as an ofce bearer. In the span of past two years it has enhanced my skills and made me a capable personality. I Express my hearted thankfulness towards its management and wish to continue to be its part as long as they allow me to.

Arti Singh CHEMSO is the platform of new ideas, creativity and activities which help us to increase my skills, knowledge and personality. It also brings spirit of winning and self- condence. It is whole about the way for total development of new ideas....


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Kiran Being a part of the chemical Society for the past 5 years has given me many opportunities to enhance my skills and develop new ones, also making me condent on stage without hesitation. All the activities gave me experience and helped me to learn from my mistakes, improving my personality. I will always be thankful to the chemical Society for my achievements in life ahead.

Nikita Singh Chemistry the science that systematically studies the composition, properties and activities of organic and inorganic substances and various elementary from of matter. All this chemistry and its applications could be easily understood by chemical society by participating in different competition held in society and hence chemistry could be made a subject of love.

Pooja Singh CHEMSO is just like a lamp of activities which lits the light of self-condence, creativity, spirit, knowledge.All that we are is the result we have thought and chemo broadens the arena of thinking and skills with new idea.

Simran The chemso society powered us to participate in different co circular activities and hence helped me to enhance my analytical skills, this also boost my feeling of trust in my abilities and helped me to be judgemental in my own activities .It also assist me to procured victory on my shy nature .Lastly, a big thanks to chemso.


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Vartika John Chemical society is a platform where we can showcase our various talents and improve our prociency in Chemistry through various science-based competitions, which contribute to our overall personality development.

Nimisha Verma The chemso society powered us to participate in different co circular activities and hence helped me to enhance my analytical skills ,this also boost my feeling of trust in my abilities and helped me to be judgemental in my own activities .It also assist me to procured victory on my shy nature .Lastly ,a big thanks to chemso ,signing of Nimisha verma ... Kuldeep singh chahar B.Sc II Bio Science settles

Kuldeep singh chahar B.Sc II Bio Science settles down our curiosity. Chemistry does at the atomic level. Chemistry teaches us to spread our knowledge like an endothermic reaction does it with its energy in the surrounding...

Nikita Singh M.Sc Previous Chemistry, CHEMSO played a vital role in shaping my personality.


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Really ,it is a matter of great pleasure for me to share my memories associated with Department of Chemistry, St .John's College ,Agra. Highly indebted to my Almighty God ,Jesus Christ, for bestow upon me the privilege to be part of one of the best and premiere educational institution of India. My heartfelt gratitude to former Chairmen Late Rt.Rev .W.O.Simon, Late Rt.Rev.M.Andrews,Late Rt,Rev.S R Cutting ;present chairman Rt.Rev.Dr P.P.Habil,for their blessings and guidance.Iam indebted to Prof G M Ram,Late Prof.M.S.Renick,Prof Ipe M Ipe, Late Prof F M Prasad,Prof Alexander Lall,Prof P E Joseph and present Principal Prof S P Singh,for their constant support and motivation.Let me thank my respected teachers Late Dr. B C Banerjee, Dr B. P. Asthana,Dr P P Chaturvedi, Dr O P Singal, Dr K C Jain, Dr Ashok Kumar, Dr D S Seth ,Dr Hemant Kulshrestha,Dr H B Singh, Dr R P Singh, and my senior ,Prof Ajay Taneja for providing a synergistic learning environment that fostered a holistic development through simultaneous and gradual enhancement s in knowledge in me and also equipping me with competencies and skills. Iam thankful to my colleagues Dr Raju V John,Dr Mohd Anis,Dr Shalini Nelson,Dr Anita V K Anand,Mr Praveen Tyagi,Mr Ram Kumar Saraswat,Dr Padma mallika Hazra,Dr David Daneesh Massey and Dr Mahima Habil Massey for their co-operation to implement the many initiatives and services in the best interest of our stakeholders,our students. Iam condent that under the enterprising ,zestful,and motivating leadership of Prof.Dr.S P Singh,I shall duly carry out my responsibilities with utmost sincerity and allegiance to this noble profession It is my humble belief that the Almighty will bestow upon me enough strength to work with dedication and integrity and our Department will be able to set new milestones of owering success in times to follow.

Best wishes to all….

Dr. Susan Verghese P. Head, Department of Chemistry Director, Chemical Society (CHEMSO) St. John's College, Agra


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11:00 Green/ Floral Welcome of Guests: Ligh�ng of Lamp-

11:05 Prayer : Dr(. Decon) Dr. J Andrews, Chaplin of St. John’s College, Agra and Associate Professor in Zoology.

11:10 Introductory Speech: Dr. Susan Verghese P., RAEP Convener, Head, Chemistry Department, St. John’s College, Agra

11:15 Welcome Address: Prof. S. P. Singh, RAEP Patron, Principal, St. John’s College, Agra

11:20 Life�me Achievement Awards: Dr. Ashok Kumar, Former Head of the Department Chemistry, Founder Director CHEMSO, St. John’s College, Agra Dr J S Sharma, STA Fellow of Japan and Former Group General Manager of ONGC, New Delhi. Mr. Dinesh Jain, CEO, UFlex Ltd, Noida

11:25 Key Note Address: Dr J S Sharma, STA Fellow of Japan and Former Group General Manager of ONGC, New Delhi.

11:30 Guest of Eminence Address: Mr. Dinesh Jain, CEO, UFlex Ltd, Noida

11:35 Guest of Honor Address: Mr. M. M. Sharma, IFS, Principal, Chief Conservator of Forest, Gujarat State, & Chairman Gujarat Biodiversity Board.

11:40 Guest of Honor Address: Prof. Sunil Kumar Agarwal, Former Principal .

11:45 Guest of Honor Address: Dr. R. P. Srivastava, Principal Scien�st, Retd. ICAR IIPR.

11:50 Guest of Honor Address: Dr. Gyan Prakash Yadav, SDM, Aurai, Bhadhoi

11:55 Souvenir Release and Inaugural Address: Dr Arvind Kumar Dixit, RAEP Chief Patron, VC, Dr B R Ambedkar University, Agra

12:15 Vote of Thanks –Dr Raju V John, ,Associate Professor, Dept.of Chemistry

DAY 1: 1ST NOVEMBER 2019 Venue: College Assembly Hall, St. John's College, Agra

REGISTRATION: INAUGURATION:

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Groundwater Pollution due to RO Wastewater and its PreventionDr. R. P. Singh

Climate Change with Environmental Pollution Impacting Children and WomenDr. Ravi Sharma

Novel Technologies for Drag Reducing Agents1 2 3

Nawal K. Sharma , Pramod K. Sharma and Vandana Sharma

Indoor Air Pollution The Visible MenaceProf. Ajay Taneja

Biosequestration and Biosorption of Heavy Metals from Industrial Efuents by Microbes leading to nanomaterial synthesis.Dr. Seema Bhadauria and

Concept of Bioindication in The Himalayan Oligotrophic Wetlnads With Special Reference to InsectsDr. Girish Maheshwari & Dr. Geeta Mahesh

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