Media Release
Mangaluru, Dec 20: The first certificate course programme on the 'Art of Museum Technique', organized by the department of oral & maxillofacial pathology and oral microbiology at Nitte (Deemed to be University) commenced with an inaugural function. The event began with attendees gathering in the UG lab. Notable faculty members, students, and distinguished guests graced the session. The function started with two minutes of prayer in memory of our beloved dean, Prof (Dr) U S Krishna Nayak. The lighting of the lamp symbolized the commencement of knowledge sharing, and the workshop officially began.
The welcome address by Prof (Dr) Sreelatha SV, head of the department of oral pathology. Then, the gathering was addressed by the chief guest, Prof (Dr) Suma Ballal, deputy registrar of Nitte (Deemed to be University), emphasized the significance of museum techniques in preserving and presenting oral pathology specimens for educational purposes.
The department's initiative to conduct this workshop was to empower students and professionals with skills in properly handling, preserving, and displaying pathological specimens, which are crucial for education and research. Next, the vice dean, Prof (Dr) Mithra N Hegde delivered the presidential speech. She commended the department's initiative to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. The resource person for the event was Prof (Dr) Vidya CS. Head of the department of general anatomy, JSS Medical College, Mysuru, Karnataka.
Total number of participants were 18, in-house faculty two, one faculty from KSHEMA, postgraduate students12, undergraduate student: 1 and 2 technicians.
Day 1:
Lecture session: Following the inaugural function, the first part of the workshop consisted of a detailed lecture on the Art of Museum Techniques. Dr Vidya C S, an expert in museum curation, was the speaker for the session. She began by introducing the concept of museum techniques in the context of oral pathology. The lecture covered the importance of Museum Techniques and discussed the role of museum curation in preserving oral pathology specimens for educational and historical purposes. The lecture concluded with an interactive Q & A session.
Hands-on Session: participants engaged in the hands-on session, designed to provide practical experience in museum techniques. The participants were divided into smaller groups to allow for more individualized guidance. Emphasis was placed on proper documentation practices, including labeling specimens clearly and effectively to ensure they are identifiable and accessible for future use. The workshop provided a perfect blend of theoretical knowledge and practical exposure, and these sessions are expected to contribute significantly to the professional development of all involved.
Day -2
The Luminal Cast Plastination technique demonstration was conducted on December 6 (Day 2)of the department of oral pathology, ABSMIDS workshop. The Luminal Cast Plastination workshop aimed to introduce participants to the methods and applications of plastination in creating luminal casts for educational, research, and diagnostic purposes. This hands-on workshop covered the theoretical aspects of plastination, the creation of luminal casts, and practical training in the laboratory setting. The practical training was also conducted where participants engaged in hands-on learning, focusing on the following steps: Preparation of the biological sample, selection and preservation of tissues for casting, and injection of polymer into the luminal space. Participants learned how to inject polymer solutions into vessels or lumens to create accurate 3D replicas, Polymer curing: techniques for ensuring that the polymer sets correctly to maintain anatomical integrity, removal of excess tissue or medium: ensuring proper preparation of the final cast, finishing techniques: polishing and preservation of the final luminal cast product. The hands-on session resulted in the successful creation of 4 luminal casts of the sheep lung tissue. The hands-on sessions and collaborative learning fostered a dynamic learning environment, allowing participants to engage directly with the methods and applications of plastination.
The workshop concluded with the certificate distribution ceremony, presided over by Mithra N Hegde, vice dean, and our key resource person, Dr Vidya CS, for the workshop. The certificates were presented to all participants to recognize their active participation and successful completion of the workshop activities. This gesture symbolized the participants' commitment and dedication and highlighted the event's collaborative spirit.