
Food Analysis and Food Microbiology Laboratory
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Food Analysis and Food Microbiology Laboratory
This laboratory is designed to study, analyze, and explore the world of microorganisms. The Stringent protocol is followed to prevent contamination and ensure sterility in all procedures. Experiments involve culturing microorganisms, isolation of pure culture, study of microbial pathogenesis, antibiotic assay, and different types of staining are performed by students. The facility is also used to observe and manipulate microbial activity to produce fermented food products like sauerkraut, wine, and fermented lemonade. Students experiment with different fermented products and observe how the experimental parameters influence the final product. The laboratory is also equipped with major equipment to analyze and detect contaminants in food, verify nutritional content, and assess overall food quality, including texture, flavor, and appearance. This is critical for ensuring that food products meet regulatory standards and consumer expectations.
Specifications
Weighing balance (Shimadzu), Autoclave, Laminar air flow chamber, Biosafety cabinet class II, Microscope, colony counter (deep vision), deleux chromatography, Hot plate with magnetic stirrer, Cooling centrifuge, Refrigerator, Power sonic heater, Magnetic stirrer, Hot air oven, Centrifuge, Voltmeter, Ammeter, Dimmer Stat, Muffle furnace, Hot plate, Handhold refractometer, vortex mixer, pH meter, Thermocouple sensor, Blender, Data logger duller, Mixie, Grinder, Develop tank for TLC, Fruit Juicer, UV- Transilluminator, Refrigerator shaker.
This laboratory is designed for conducting the following courses
- 21FPC513J ADVANCED FOOD MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY
- 21FPC503J FOOD BIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
- 21FPC501J FOOD SAFETY SYSTEM AND QUALITY MONITORING
- 21FPC515J – FOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY AUDITING
Name of the Equipment | Make/Model | Picture |
Bio Safety Cabinet Class II | Hitech | ![]() |
Cooling Centrifuge | Remi | ![]() |
Orbital laboratory shaker | Orbitek-LE | ![]() |
Autoclave | Equitron | ![]() |
Muffle furnace | Uma Scientific | ![]() |
UV-Transilluminator | Tarson | ![]() |
Contact Persons
Dr. R. Preetha
Associate professor
preethar@srmist.edu.in
Ms. G. Chitra
Technical Assistant
chitrag@srmist.edu.in

