Dr. Gurumurthy H

Director

School of Applied Sciences

Director 's Message

It is a pleasure to welcome you to the School of Applied Science (SAS)! We are now stepping into a newly established University in the Mid-Karnataka region for the academic year 2024-2025. I would like to first congratulate you on behalf of the school for having been accepted to pursue your studies in the School of Applied Science at GM University, Davangere. The School of Applied Science (SAS) is part of the Faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences (FBAS) at the GM Campus, offering three (03) professional B.Sc. (Degree/Honors) Programs, which include Bio-Technology, Microbiology, and Food Science and Technology and Post Graduate program M.Sc. in Food Technology. The school develops and cultivates core knowledge by offering several programs and research opportunities. At the undergraduate level, we offer B.Sc. in Bio-technology and Microbiology for those interested in academia, pharmaceuticals, clinical work, and R & D departments. For those interested in developing nutritional knowledge, understanding the physical and chemical properties of foods and their role in health and disease, as well as those interested in jobs related to FSSI departments. The 21st century has brought unprecedented opportunities for research and discovery in applied sciences due to major advancements in biological tools and biological software. The School is pleased to announce its new Honor’s thesis program for undergraduate students interested in conducting research. Students are also encouraged to apply for the undergraduate summer fellowship program and internship program in various academic and R & D departments. The university focuses on co-curricular activities. Throughout the year, the campus is vibrant with many activities such as Techfest, Cultural fest, Navratri fest, seminars, workshops, expert lectures, training programs, industry-customized programs, Placement training, Innovation and new product idea week and many more. We also carry out many social activities like blood donation camps, Joy of Giving, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Avoid Plastic campaign, salute to the Indian army, International Day of Democracy, etc. On behalf of the entire School and as Director of the School, I wish you a wonderful and fulfilling experience as a GMU student. My colleagues and I are looking forward to seeing you on campus, in our lectures, and our research labs. I wish you all the best for future endeavors.

Dr. Gurumurthy H
Director, School of Applied Sciences
GM University