SCIENTIA 2024: A Celebration of Innovation in Laboratory Medicine
The 13th National Conference SCIENTIA
2024, centered around the theme "An Update on Laboratory Medicine,"
marked a significant milestone in the journey of scientific exploration and
academic excellence. Organized by the Department of Medical Laboratory
Technology of the Father Muller College of Allied Health Sciences (FMCOAHS),
this event has been a beacon of knowledge dissemination since its inception in
2012. From the 8th to the 10th of this month, the decennial memorial hall of
the Knowledge Centre at Father Muller Medical College (FMMC) Campus buzzed with
intellectual fervor and academic discussions.
The inaugural ceremony of the CME (Scientific sessions) on Saturday 10th
February, set the tone for the enlightening sessions that followed. Beginning
with a prayer led by BSc MLT students, the ceremony was graced by esteemed
dignitaries such as Director Rev. Fr Richard Aloysius Coelho, Chief Guest Dr.
Kannan Vaidyanathan from Believers Church Medical College Hospital Tiruvalla,
Rev. Fr Ajith Menezes Administrator FMMC, Rev. Fr George Jeevan Sequeira
Administrator Father Muller Medical College Hospital (FMMCH), Rev. Fr Nelson
Dheeraj Pais Asst Administrator FMMCH, Dr Antony Sylvan Dsouza Dean FMMC, Dr
Hilda D'Souza Principal FMCOAHS, Dr Nisha J Marla organizing chairperson,
and Ms Claudia Johnny Organizing Secretary.
The lamp-lighting ceremony was followed by an address by the chief guest Dr.
Kannan Vaidyanathan, who emphasized the importance of perseverance and
maintaining a balance between ambition and mindfulness. The unveiling of the
souvenir, designed by student Ms. Siona III Year BSc.MLT and compiled by Dr.
Prashanth, the professor of pathology, further added to the celebratory spirit
of the occasion.
In his presidential address, Rev. Fr Richard Coelho underscored the
irreplaceable role of human touch, communication, and empathy in healthcare. He
encouraged students to remain committed to their goals while staying grounded
in their humanity, echoing the sentiment that success is not merely about
achievements but about making meaningful contributions to society.
Ms. Claudia Johnny, in her vote of thanks, expressed gratitude to all
participants and contributors for making SCIENTIA 2024 a resounding success.
Students played pivotal roles throughout the event, from organizing committees
to showcasing their leadership and academic prowess. The programme was compered
by Jessica Serrao II Year BSc.MLT and Jeffy Sara Shabu I Year BSc.MLT
students.
For three days, SCIENTIA 2024 offered a diverse array of activities, including
pre-conference workshops, quiz competitions, paper presentations, and
scientific talks. Each session provided a platform for the exchange of ideas,
fostering collaboration and innovation in the field of laboratory medicine.
As the curtains drew on this year's conference, the legacy of SCIENTIA
continues to inspire generations of healthcare professionals to push the
boundaries of knowledge and explore new frontiers in laboratory medicine. With
a renewed sense of purpose and a commitment to excellence, the journey towards
advancements in healthcare continues, propelled by events like SCIENTIA 2024.
