The Department of Microbiology organized a Journal Club Activity for the TY B.Sc. Microbiology students on 10th December and 13th December 2025 in Microbiology Lab 2. The activity was conducted as a part of their project-related coursework with the primary
objective of training students in scientific paper presentation and critical analysis.
The Journal Club aimed to:

• Develop students’ ability to read and interpret scientific research papers.
• Enhance skills in scientific presentation and communication.
• Improve understanding of research methodology, data analysis, and result interpretation.
• Encourage critical thinking and discussion related to their respective project topics. 

All five TY B.Sc. project groups participated in the activity. Each group selected and presented a research paper closely related to their project work. The presenters explained:

• Background and rationale of the study
• Objectives of the research
• Materials and methods used
• Key findings and results
• Discussion and relevance to their own project work

The presentations were followed by interactive discussions, where students and faculty members posed questions regarding experimental design, interpretation of results, limitations of the study, and future prospects. The titles of the research papers presented and the names of the respective presenters were as follows:
1. Earphones and bacteria: A hidden risk presented by Ms. Fey Aroma Da Silva
2. Identification of pathogenic microbes in tools of beauty salon in Jeddah city presented by Ms. Khushnuma Baig
3. Advancing Insights into Probiotics during Vegetable Fermentation presented by Ms. Laxmi Yadav.

The Journal Club activity proved to be highly beneficial for the students. It strengthened their confidence in public speaking, improved their analytical skills, and provided clarity on structuring research presentations. The discussions fostered collaborative learning and deeper understanding of their project themes.

Overall, the activity was successful in preparing students for future academic presentations, viva voce examinations, and research-oriented careers. The Department of Microbiology continues to encourage such initiatives to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical research application.