16th APTI conference at ISFCP, Moga

Registration and abstract submission date has been extended to 25.sept.2011

APTI - 16th Annual National Convention, 2011

October 7th – 9th, 2011

Venue

I.S.F. College of Pharmacy, Moga -142001, Punjab, India

Theme of the Convention

"Reframing Pharmacy Education Through

Need Based Approach"

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India was established with the objectives to uphold the image of Pharmacy education in general and Pharmacy teachers in particular. Under the umbrella of APTI, conventions and workshops are organized regularly from time to time to update Pharmacy teachers in the fast changing technology and professional outlook. In spite of these efforts there lies the lacuna between the Pharmacy education and the expectations of the stake holders of Pharmacy profession from pharmacy graduates and post graduates. It is a common belief that a pharmacy graduate’s knowledge level is far from the current programme for better health global care. With this backdrop in mind, the 16th APTICON-2011 is being organized with the objective to deliberate issues concerning the knowledge level needed, change in the pattern of graduate and PG courses and their curriculum. The experts in seminar would introspect the present status and would make an attempt to project a blue print of Pharmacy education in India for the coming era.
SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMME
The main event will be held over 1½ days, on 8th and 9th October, 2011 and will consist of plenary sessions, memorial lectures, panel discussions and research paper presentation (poster) sessions. The lectures and discussions would mainly cover issues with pharmacy education in India and need to bring about a radical change in commensurate to the future need of the stake holders of pharmacy profession. However, research papers presented in poster presentations would cover original research work in any area of Pharmaceutical Sciences in addition to new ideas and strategies for future pharmacy education in India.
BEST PAPER PRESENTATION PRIZES
In order to encourage post graduate students and research scholars, three prizes will be awarded for quality papers according to the merit list prepared by the expert’s panel after thorough scrutiny of the presented papers. The prize amount would be Rs. 10,001 (First prize), Rs. 5001 (Second prize) and Rs. 3001 (Third prize). Award winning papers will be published in IJPER as full paper the in the journal format.
CULTURAL EVENING
I.S.F. College of Pharmacy will be hosting cultural evening on 8th October. We cordially invite you for this grand gala celebration studded with cultural program depicting Punjab culture-definitely not without “Bhangra” not only to witness but also to participate. Enjoy the evening with tasty cousins particularly of Punjab.
ABOUT MOGA
Moga district is sprawling over an area of 2,230 sq km Punjab. It is popularly known as the NRI district because most Punjabis who have immigrated to USA, Canada and UK belong to this district. In addition, the destination has been the birth place of the great freedom fighter, Lala Lajpat Rai Ji. Native village of Lala Lajpat Rai Ji was village Dhudhike, which falls under the Moga District. Moga is known for its temples and gurudwaras, which are the main attractions of the region.
Travelers may visit the city Moga, by several modes of transportation available such as flights, trains and buses. Traveling by air can board flights to Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport in Amritsar. This airport is located at a distance of 121 km from the destination. Trains are also available for tourists, which are served Moga Railway Station, located at a distance of 2 km from the destination. Travelers can also board buses operated by government. These buses mostly play between Amritsar, Ludhiana, Ferozpur and Moga.
PLACES OF TOURIST VISIT NEAR MOGA
Punjab has a long history and rich cultural heritage. The region has been invaded and ruled by many different empires and races, including the Aryans, Persians, Greeks, Egyptians, Afghans, and Mongols. Around the time of the 15th Century, Guru Nanak Dev founded the Sikh religion, which quickly came to prominence in the region, and shortly afterwards, Maharaja Ranjit Singh reformed the Punjab into a secular and powerful state. The 19th century saw the beginning of British rule, which led to the emergence of several heroic Punjabi freedom fighters. In 1947, at the end of british rule, the Punjab was split between Pakistan and India. The organizers may arrange tours for the participants through authorized touring agencies for nearby locations only before or after the conference days.
Golden Temple & Wagha Border:
With a part of the land granted by Emperor Akbar, the foundation stone laid by a Muslim Sufi Saint, Mian Mir, the construction was completed in 1601. Free kitchen and recitation of the divine word never cease here. Its four gates invite everyone from all directions, the scripture is unique, it contains the divine message as received by saints, bhagats and pirs of all the faiths of India.
Wagah is one of the many border towns located along the border between Pakistan and India. The Wagah border post is one of the major tourist attractions and is never out of zeal. The entire crowd coming to the town is to witness the flag changing ceremony between the soldiers of the two countries posted along the border. This occasion, taking place twice a day, is a symbolic gesture between the two countries. The display by the soldiers of both armies is breath taking and infuses a sense of patriotism to anybody witnessing the grand event.
The total cost for 8 persons will be Rs. 2500/- for one day. (Approximately Rs. 400/- per person, the rates are subjected to change)
Chandigarh: The City Beautiful
Chandigarh is the joint capital of Punjab and neighboring Haryana. The city Chandigarh is considered to be a union territory by the Government of India. Chandigarh is one of the few planned cities in India and was designed by Lutyen, the same man who designed the country's capital, New Delhi. The city is divided into various sectors, making navigation very easy. The city provides for a smooth stop over point from New Delhi to the interiors of Punjab. Bus, train and roads are the easy way to travel around in the state of Punjab.
The cost for 8-10 persons will be Rs. 3000/- for one day visit to various places in Chandigarh. (Approximately Rs.500/- per person, the rates are subjected to change)
Shimla
Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh came into light when the British discovered it in 1819. In 1864 Shimla was declared as the summer capital of India. After Independence, Shimla became the capital of Punjab and was later named the capital of Himachal Pradesh. In 1903 a rail line was constructed between Kalka and Shimla. Shimla has been blessed with all the natural bounties, one can think of Dwelling on a panoramic location, the hilly town is surrounded by green pastures and snow-capped peaks. The spectacular cool hills accompanied by the structures made during the colonial era create an aura, which is very different from other hill stations.
The total cost for 8-10 persons will be Rs. 7500/- for 3 days that will cover (Chandigarh – Shimla - Kufri) (Approximately Rs.1100/- per person, the rates are subjected to change)
For more information and registration form please see the attached brochure with this mail.
With best regards,
Prof. R.S.R. Murthy Prof. T.R. Bhardwaj Sh. Parveen Garg
Chairman, LOC Organizing Secretary Patron