September 1, 2025, 2:46 pm By Sharon Tracy Gomes Public New General
In the view of CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative Phase-III, CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography Goa, has organized 4 days training program on “Hands-on Training on Seawater Analysis – Techniques and Applications” from 19th to 22nd August 2025. Total 28 participants had participated from different colleges in Goa. Participants received practical training on measuring key seawater parameters, including pH and salinity using multiparameter probe, as well as chlorophyll estimation and oxygen demand assessments (DO, BOD, COD). They had a live session on how to collect seawater sample and also performed nutrient analysis for nitrite, nitrate, phosphate, and silicate using standard spectrophotometric and reduction techniques.
Dr. Mangesh Gauns, Head, BOD CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography graced the valedictory function, presented Certificates to all the trainees and gave valuable remarks on the workshop conducted. The workshop topics were covered efficiently in series of guest lectures, by Dr. Hrishikesh Pawar (Scientist at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Goa) on the “Potential of Aquaculture with Reference to Available Water Resources”, followed by Shri. R. A. Sreepada (Retired Senior Principal Scientist, CSIR–NIO) presented a lecture on “Mastering the Water Quality for Sustainable Aquaculture.’’ The Skill Program was coordinated by Dr. Rakhee Khandeparkar (Skill Nodal & Senior Principal Scientist, Biological Oceanography Division) and Dr. Supriya Tilvi (Senior Principal Scientist, Chemical Oceanography Division).
Photographs highlighting the skill training course are attached.