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ISO 9001:2008 Certification to Shobhit University
Congratulations to one and all associated with
Shobhit University, Meerut as the Quality
management system of Shobhit University is now
Our Inspirer certified ISO 9001:2008 by International Standards
Babu Vijendra Kumar Ji
Certifications Private Limited, Australia. Earlier the
quality management system of Shobhit University
Shobhit Institute of Engineering & Technology, Meerut

was ISO 9001:2000 certified. The certification

distinguishes Shobhit University from all other
Indian Universities.

New
Dimensions Shobhit University: First in the region
to join the National Knowledge Network
A newsletter of
Shobhit University has the proud privilege of being the
Shobhit University first University in the region to join the National
Knowledge Network (NKN). National Knowledge
Patron
Prof. Anoop Swarup Network, a high speed information network project for
Vice-Chancellor connecting the knowledge institutions across the
Executive Editor country, is being implemented by a high level committee
Brig. (Retd.) SK Sareen
Registrar constituted by Government of India chaired by Dr. R.
Chidambaram, Principal Scientific Advisor, Government
Editor of India. Dr. Chidambaram conveyed this to Vice
Anand Gaurav
Chancellor, Prof. Anoop Swarup and invited him to a
Design by
Akhilesh Singh
seminar being organized by NKN. This adds another
feather in Shobhit University’s cap.
Shobhit University has been
granted ISO 9001: 2008

Q accreditation after the

assessment of the quality
management system of
Shobhit University by the
representatives of the Joint
Accreditation System of
From the Vice-Chancellor's Desk
Once again congratulations to one and all for being one of the
Australia, and New Zealand few Universities in India to be certified ISO 9001:2008 by the
and International Standards
Certifications Pty. Ltd.
ISO 9001 : 2008 International Standards Certifications Private Limited,
Australia. Earlier the quality management system of Shobhit
Contact:
Editor, New Dimensions University was ISO 9001:2000 certified. The certification
SU Newsletter, indeed distinguishes Shobhit University from all other Indian
Shobhit University
NH-58, Modipuram Universities. A Seminar on Recent Applications of Robotics &
Meerut - 250 110, UP, India Dr. Anoop Swarup Embedded C organized by the School of Biomedical
editornl@shobhituniversity.ac.in Vice-Chancellor Engineering and Robosapiens on August, 28, 2010 was a
editorsunewsletter@gmail.com
Disclaimer: Opinion expressed herein does
delight for both the students and faculty. Kunwar Shekhar Vijendra, Hon’ble Pro Chancellor, who
not necessarily represent the views of
Shobhit University and no material should be inaugurated the workshop and all the invited participants were visibly impressed with the University
reprinted or reproduced in any manner
whatsoever without the explicit permission of students demo of the soldier robo, garbage collector robo, line follower robots and other technical
the editor.
marvels. It has been decided to set up a Robo Lab and have a core group of developers to design and
develop a moon rover robo prototype that will be offered to the Chandrayan II Team at ISRO. My best
wishes to them. Shobhit University is one of the first University in the region to become an NKN node
Volume 3, Issue 8 for futuristic e libraries, virtual classrooms and global database connectivity through the National
Knowledge Network, a visionary and futuristic enterprise of Govt of India to usher in knowledge
August 2010 revolution. My heartiest welcome to the new Shobhitians both the teaching and student fraternity
who bring fresh vigor to our ever growing family!
www.shobhituniversity.ac.in
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Prof. Harcharan Singh Ranu Visits Shobhit University
Prof. Harcharan Singh Ranu, Senior Scientist and Lead Technologist, Saud University, Riyadh
visited Centre for Biomedical Engineering (CBME), Shobhit University on August 26, 2010.
Prof. Ranu has been the president of American Orthopaedic Biomechanics Research Institute,
Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Prof. D.V. Rai, Director CBME introduced Prof. Ranu and highlighted his
contributions in area of biomedical engineering.

An accomplished engineer and educator with over 30 years of experience in academia,

government and industry, Prof. Ranu spoke about his Contributions to Biomedical
Engineering. He was the first scientist to calculate Poisson's ratio for cartilage from the dog's
femoral head. Prof. Ranu, discussed the development of “3-Dimensional Foot Print Device” Prof. Harcharan Singh Ranu, is Senior
which is used to measure the plantar foot pressure for normal subjects and diabetic patients Scientist and Lead Technologist at Saud
with neurotrophic ulcers. This device has been helpful in reducing ulceration and amputation University, Riyadh.
significantly in the diabetic population. He highlighted various aspects of diabetic foot Prof. Ranu has been Consultant for the
syndrome and the use of memory biomaterials for special shoe insoles, such as gel bubble, to American Orthopaedic Biomechanics
prevent high forefoot pressures. Prof. Ranu also spoke on the development of laserectomy Research Institute and a Visiting Research
technique used to relieve low back pain for herniated human spinal disc. This technique works Scientist at the Rizzoli Orthopaedics
on Ranu’s principle which states that a small reduction in volume of the nucleus by laser Institute, Italy. He has been a Professor
ablation results in an exponential drop in intradiscal pressure in the nucleus. He apprised the and Director of Doctoral Program at Life
audience about a technique to simulate 3-Dimensional Micro-fracture in different sports, e.g., University, in Marietta, GA and previously,
Hockey Players, Gymnasts etc., and 3-Dimensional surgical simulations of spine. Professor & Chair of the Dept. of
Prof. Anoop Swarup, Vice- Biomechanics at New York College of
Chancellor honored Prof. Osteopathic Medicine. Prof. Ranu
Ranu with Memento and received his Doctoral degree from the
appreciated his work. He University of Westminster & the Middlesex
called upon the faculty and Hospital Medical School, London, England
students to take inspiration for his research on the “Effects of Ionizing
from Prof. Ranu. Faculty and Radiation on the Mechanical Properties of
s t u d e n t s f ro m va r i o u s Skin".
Schools of the University Prof. Ranu is also a Visiting Professor at
attended the talk. medical teaching institutions in Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, China,
India, Japan, Russia, South Korea, Turkey
and U.K.
Independence Day Celebrations
The 64th Independence Day was celebrated on August 15, 2010 at the
University lawns. Celebrations started with Flag Hoisting Ceremony by
Prof. Anoop Swarup, Vice-Chancellor, followed by his address to the
students, faculty and staff of the University. Vice-Chancellor highlighted
the significance of the Independence Day and paid homage to the
heroes of Indian Independence and apprised the audience about great
sacrifices made during our struggle for freedom. He appealed to the
youth that being an emerging developed nation, they should continue to
practice the values of self-service, sacrifice, fearlessness, truth,
compassion and non-violence. He added that Shobhit University,
Meerut is emerging as a pioneering institution of higher education and
research and the commitment is evident by the excellent achievement
of the students and faculty of the University.The University is also
developing state of the art infrastructure which is exemplified by the
newly developed academic block. As always he encouraged the
students by reciting a poem composed by him for the occasion. Prof. R P
Agarwal, Pro Vice-Chancellor apprised the students regarding the
importance of Independence Day followed by words of encouragement
for the students by Prof D.V Rai, Officiating Registrar. The highlight of the
celebrations was awards to the various staff members of the University
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who have put in their days and nights to develop and maintain the
University. The celebrations concluded with distribution of sweets.
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Workshops@Shobhit University Fresher: Orientation program 2010
Workshop on Robotics and Embedded C The Orientation programme for first year B.Tech students conducted
Robosapiens-india, India's leading company in the field of
on 17th August 2010 in the University Auditorium. Prof. S.C. Agrawal,
robotics, robot kits, microcontroller boards, robotics
Director, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, inaugurated the
workshops etc and Shobhit University, Meerut jointly
organized one day seminar on Recent Applications of Robotics program. Prof. Anoop Swarup, Vice Chancellor, called upon the
& Embedded C on August, 28, 2010. Kunwar Shekhar students to work hard, utilize the facilities to optimum and achieve
Vijendra, Pro-Chancellor, Inaugurated the workshop. Prof. D.V. their targets in the coming years. He wished that the four years of the
Rai, Director CBME apprised on the importance and students in the University will fast track their carriers. Ms. Nidhi Tyagi
applications of Robotics in Biomedical Engineering. In informed the students about the internet facilities available in the
forenoon session, Shobhit University students demonstrated
campus. Mr. Pawan Kumar, System Administrator, assisted Ms. Tyagi.
their soldier robo, garbage collector robo, line follower robots
Prof. D.P.S. Verma informed about the library while Prof. J.B. Singh
and other technical marvels. In afternoon session students of
Centre for Biomedical Engineering and School of Electronics informed about student welfare policies of the University. The
presented their talk on recent revolutionary achievements in students were taken on a tour of various Schools and Central facilities
robotics and bioengineering. The jury members were Dr. of the University. Directors and faculty member of various Schools
Jayanand and Mr. Deepak Kumar. Best three presentations were also present on the occasion.
were awarded. Akash Singh and Akshat Tyagi (School of
Computer Engineering & IT) stood first, Riti Kalra (Centre for
Biomedical Engineering) stood second and Suchi Kumari &
Sonam Bhatnagar (School of Computer Engineering & IT)
stood third for the same.

Mauritius invites Shobhit University

The island nation of Mauritius has invited the Shobhit University, Meerut
to set up campus at the Mauritian Capital. This invitation was extended by
a team of education ministry officials headed by minister of tertiary
education, Dr. R. Jeetah during their visit to Indian technical institutes
setting up campuses in Mauritius.
“The aim is to upgrade staff and faculties to make the country more
appealing to international and domestic students for pursuing higher
studies” said the Mauritian education ministry spokesperson.

Shobhit University management is waiting for the HRD ministry’s nod on

the project, which could enhance the two-way flow of students between
the two nations. “There are a number of glitches to be ironed out before
the proposal could take off like the setting up of a mechanism for
equivalence of degrees between the two countries so that smoother
educational exchange is possible.” said Mr. Devinder Narain.
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Recent Achievements of the University
Publications
School of Pharmaceutical Sciences
? Anand Gaurav, Vertika Gautam and Ranjit Singh authored an article entitled “An Overview on Synthetic Methodologies and Biological
Activities of Pyrazoloquinolines” which was accepted for publication in Mini Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry published by Bentham
Science Publishers.
? Vikas Jain, Deepika Jain and Ranjit Singh authored an article entitled “Factors Effecting the Morphology of Eudragit S-100 Based
Microsponges Bearing Dicyclomine for Colonic Delivery” which was accepted for publication in Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences
published by Wiley Blackwell Publishers.
School of Computer Engineering & IT
? Deepti Gupta, Komal Kumar Bhatia and Nidhi Tyagi published an Article entitled “Retrieval of Web Documents Using a Fuzzy Hierarchical
Clustering” in International Journal of Computer Applications 5(6):48, August 2010, published by Foundation of Computer Science.
School of Basic and Applied Sciences
? D.C.P Singh, S.K. Dwivedi, S.R. Hashim and R.G. Singhal published an Article entitled “Synthesis and antimicrobial activity of some new
quinoxaline derivatives” in Pharmaceuticals, published by MDPI.
? A research paper entitled “Modern Literary Criticism: A Plurality of Approaches to Literature” by Upendra Gami has been accepted for
presentation in the International Seminar on “Theory at Work: Text, History and Culture” to be organized at the Department of English,
Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, during November 9-11, 2010.

Forthcoming Events
? Ignited Minds Lecture Series 2010. Lecture on “Psychological Counseling and Personality Development by Prof. (Dr.) Veena Bansal on
4th September 2010.
? Ignited Minds Lecture Series 2010. Lecture on “Loans and Entrepreneurship' by Mr. S.K. Gupta on 4th September 2010
? Adarsh Divas will be celebrated in the University Campus on 5th September 2010.
? National Conference on Genes and Genomics : Qualitative and Quantitative Approach will be organized by the School of
Biotechnology, Shobhit University during September 11-12, 2010. Conference Inaugurated by Shri Anurag Srivastav, IAS, Commissioner,
Meerut Division and keynote address by Dr. Virendra Barnwal. The conference will be convened by Prof. Rajiv Dutta, Director, School of
Biotechnology.
? Ignited Minds Lecture Series 2010. Lecture on “Career options & opportunities and Educational Loans” by Mr. Mukesh Kumar Gupta
on 13th September 2010.
? Monthly Review & Monitoring Committee Meeting on 14th September 2010.
? “Engineers Day” on 15th September 2010 at University Campus, on this occasion Industry University Interface (IUF) Orientation Program
will be held by Ms. Meenakshi Vasishth, CEO, “Technology Uncorked”.Meritorious Certificates will be awarded to final year Engineering
Students on 15th September 2010.
? Ignited Minds Lecture Series 2010. Lecture on “Contemporary approaches on Industry University Interface at Berkley, USA and Tokyo
Institute of Technology, Japan” by Mr. Mukesh Kumar on 15th September 2010.
? “Hands on Training on Robotics” workshop organized by Centre of Biomedical Engineering and Robosapiens on 18th September 2010.

Science Corner : News from the world of Science and Technology

A new smartphone chip prototype under development at the University of
California, San Diego will improve smartphone efficiency by making use of
"dark silicon" the underused transistors in modern microprocessors.
Recently UC San Diego computer scientists presented GreenDroid, the new
smartphone chip prototype at the HotChips symposium in Palo Alto. Dark
silicon refers to the huge swaths of silicon transistors on today's chips that
are underused because there is not enough power to utilize all the
transistors at the same time. The new GreenDroid chip prototype from
computer scientists at UC San Diego will deliver improved performance
through specialized processors fashioned from dark silicon. These
processors are designed to run heavily used chunks of code, called "hot
code," in Google's Android smartphone platform. One example of a conservation core. The small boxes in the
image are the pattern of logic gates that are spatially placed
over a small portion of the GreenDroid chip.
Quote of the month
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Science has proof without any certainty. Creationists have certainty without any proof. Ashley Montague