Expert Talk on “Prototype/Process Design and Development”

Date:23/07/2026

Mode: Online

Organizing Department: Department of Life Sciences, University Institute of Sciences (UIS), in collaboration with IIC and under the aegis of IQAC, SBBSU

Resource Person: Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Assistant Professor, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Event Coordinator: Dr. Younis Ahmad Hajam

Participants: 200

Students: 100

Faculty Members: 35

External Participants: 65

The Department of Life Sciences, University Institute of Sciences (UIS), Sant Baba Bhag Singh University, in collaboration with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) and under the aegis of IQAC, SBBSU, organized an expert session on “Prototype/Process Design and Development” on 23 July 2026 in online mode. The session was delivered by Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Assistant Professor, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
The session focused on the significance of innovation, creativity, practical learning, and systematic problem-solving in transforming innovative ideas and theoretical concepts into practical prototypes and processes. The resource person discussed key stages of the development cycle, including problem identification, idea generation, conceptualization, design, resource selection, prototype development, testing, validation, modification, and optimization.
A major emphasis was placed on design thinking and practical problem-solving, encouraging participants to identify real-world challenges and develop feasible, user-oriented, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions. The session also highlighted the importance of testing, evaluation, troubleshooting, and continuous refinement in improving the functionality and reliability of prototypes and processes.
The expert further discussed the relevance of prototype development in research, innovation, intellectual property, entrepreneurship, technology transfer, and commercialization. Participants were encouraged to explore innovative ideas with potential academic, societal, and economic applications and to consider intellectual property protection at appropriate stages of the development process.
The session provided valuable exposure to practical aspects of prototype and process development and helped strengthen participants’ analytical, creative, technical, collaborative, and entrepreneurial skills. The interactive learning experience encouraged participants to approach real-world challenges systematically and develop innovative, practical, and potentially scalable solutions.
The programme was attended by 200 participants, comprising 100 students, 35 faculty members, and 65 external participants, and served as a valuable platform for promoting an innovation-oriented mindset among students and the wider academic community.