"Orientation on Research Design and Data Analysis: Enhancing Students’ Research Skills and Methodological Understanding"
Yash Institute of Pharmacy organized an Orientation on Research Design, Data Collection, and Analysis on 13/10/2025. The session was conducted by Mrs. Dipali M. Kulkarni, who aimed to provide students with a clear understanding of research methodology, focusing on research design, systematic data collection, and effective data analysis. The session covered key topics such as types of research designs, formulation of research problems and hypotheses, sampling techniques, data reliability, and ethical research practices. Through interactive discussions and a Q&A session, students gained practical insights into preparing research proposals and conducting analytical studies. The orientation proved highly informative, enhancing students’ research skills, analytical thinking, and readiness for academic and project-based research work.
"Journal Club Session on Reference Management: Hands-on Training with Zotero
Yash institute of pharmacy organized journal club meeting on 29/09/2025 .The session began with an introduction to the importance of reference management tools in research. A step-by-step demonstration of Zotero was provided, covering its key features, installation, and use. Participants learned how to collect and organize references, attach PDFs and notes, and generate citations and bibliographies in various styles. Advanced features such as library syncing and group sharing were also demonstrated, highlighting Zotero’s efficiency in managing research references.
"Journal Club Meeting: Guiding Students Towards Innovative Research and Academic Excellence"
Yash institute of pharmacy organized journal club meeting on 22/08/2025 in this meeting Dr. Sumaiya Z. Khan emphasized the importance of research in academic and professional growth. She guided students on selecting suitable review and research-based project topics, highlighting innovative areas such as pharmaceutical formulation, pharmacology, clinical pharmacy, and nanotechnology. She encouraged students to prioritize novelty, feasibility, and relevance, and provided valuable insights on literature review, data collection, and research ethics.
"Journal Club: Enhancing Research Literacy and Communication Skills in Pharmacy Students"
Yash institute of pharmacy organized journal club meeting on 27/02/2025 in this meeting Ms. Rutuja Sahajrao presented a paper titled “Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Monitoring and Reporting Adverse Drug Reactions in Pharmacovigilance.” The presentation was well-organized and effectively explained complex ideas. It highlighted how AI is transforming pharmacovigilance by enabling faster and more accurate detection of adverse drug reactions through machine learning and natural language processing. These technologies analyze large datasets from various sources to automate case processing, identify patterns, and predict potential risks, thereby enhancing patient safety. Despite challenges like data bias and regulatory concerns, AI offers immense potential to make pharmacovigilance more efficient and proactive.
