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Mirror — SPHL Wall Magazine

Articles, poems & writings by the staff of State Public Health Laboratory, Assam

Article

Thoughts Before a New Beginning

Anupam Gogoi — Food Analyst to Govt. of Assam

Reflections on hope, resilience, and the spirit of a new year — a personal message from the Head of Laboratory.

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Article

Role of AI in Improving Food Safety & GLP in Assam

Multiple Authors — SPHL Assam Staff

How Artificial Intelligence is transforming food safety surveillance and Good Laboratory Practices in Assam, from predictive risk to automated inspection.

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Poem (Assamese)

ভেজাল খাদ্য আৰু ৰাজ্যিক জনস্বাস্থ্য পৰীক্ষাগাৰ

Ashok Kumar Bhattacharjya — Head Assistant

An Assamese poem on adulterated food and the role of the State Public Health Laboratory in protecting citizens.

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Article

Pickle: A Journey Through History

Arup Jyoti Thakuria — Assistant Food Analyst

From ancient Mesopotamia to modern kitchens — the fascinating history of pickling, its cultural heritage, science, and health benefits.

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The Grey Area of Safety: Why Measurement Uncertainty Matters

Dr. Neel Kamal Kalita — Deputy Food Analyst

Inside food labs, results are rarely black and white. Measurement Uncertainty is the scientific way of quantifying doubt — and it is the heartbeat of every critical decision a food lab makes.

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Poem (Assamese)

শাওণৰ আবেলি

Bhaktadeep Chaliha — Assistant Chemist

An evocative Assamese poem capturing the mood of a monsoon evening on the banks of the Brahmaputra.

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Article

Natural Dyes of Assam

Bandita Pathak — Assistant Chemist

Assam's handloom tradition and its deep roots in natural dyes — from Indigo and Turmeric to lac dye and tannin-rich plants used by indigenous weaving communities.

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Poem (Assamese)

সৰুসজাই

Rahul Das — Assistant Chemist

A deeply emotional Assamese poem reflecting on loss, memory, and the enduring bond between generations.

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Importance of Advanced Analytical Techniques in Food Safety

Rimpi Hazarika — LC-MS Operator, Sciex

How LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS and ICP-MS instruments play a critical role in detecting pesticide residues, drug residues, heavy metals and contaminants at ultra-low levels.

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Poem (Assamese)

মই ভাগৰা নাই, জীৱন হেৰোৱা নাই

Yuvraj Konwar — Assistant Chemist

An Assamese tribute poem — a moving homage to the spirit of perseverance and undying dedication.

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Electronic Nose and Electronic Tongue: The Future of Food Quality

Tauhida Khan — Application Specialist

Smart sensors that mimic the human nose and tongue are revolutionising food quality testing — detecting adulteration, freshness, flavour and product origin without fatigue or bias.

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Essay (Assamese)

আধ্যাত্মিকতাৰ দিশেৰে "কৃষ্ণ প্ৰেম বা কৃষ্ণ ভক্তি"

Raj Mahim Nath — Lab Bearer

A spiritual reflection in Assamese on devotion to Lord Krishna, the bonds of duty and divine grace, inspired by the Mahabharata.

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Tiny Titans: From Household Helpers to Multibillion Dollar Global Market

Tamanna Bhanja — Microbiologist

Microbiology has shifted from niche science to a global economic force. From probiotics to biofuels, microbes are tiny titans reshaping health, industry and the future.

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Poem (Assamese)

বনৰীয়া জুই

Kaustav Bhardwaj — Assistant Analyst, Microbiology

A powerful Assamese poem that burns like a wildfire — depicting raw courage, unstoppable inspiration, and unyielding resolve.

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