20 November, 08: A two-day science fair started at DAV College here today. Students displayed models based on the theme of “Science and technology for sustainable development.” The students successfully presented the ever-changing field of science through static and functional models.

As many as hundred models from the departments of physics, chemistry, mathematics, bio-technology, zoology, geography and food science technology form various colleges and schools were on display. One such model, which attracted the fancy of many students, was the aero-modelling display by NCC cadets of 1 Punjab Air Squadron, NCC, Jalandhar, from DAV College, Jalandhar. The model carried the motto of “Join NCC to be a part of the armed forces.”

In one of the functional models, students virtually brought to life the various war aircraft, including MiG 21, Mirage 2000, AN-32, Hawk-200 mk, RC Power, RC Glider, Senior Peace Maker and Speed models. “Our aim behind making these models is to make the youth aware of the aero functioning and various flying objects,” said cadet Kapil Sethi, a student of B.Sc (IT)-IInd year. Another functional model which received applaud from the students was “In-silico drug designing” made by students of HMV College, Jalandhar. Explaining their model, Rimpi, a student of M.Sc (bioinformatics)-IInd year said, “The model is designed keeping in mind the latest advancements in the field of drugs manufacturing. We have shown how drugs can be manufactured through computers. The model is already functional in some of the top pharma companies, including Ranbaxy and Cipla,” she said.