BioInformatics National Certification (BINC) Examination
What is this all about?
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India has instituted this examination with an objective of certifying Bioinformatics professionals and to facilitate industries and potential employers for recruitment. University of Pune has been identified as a nodal agency by the Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India to coordinate this examination along with six centres namely, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi; Anna University, Chennai; West Bengal University of Technology, Kolkata; Institute of Bioinformatics & Applied Biotechnology, Bangalore; North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong and University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad.
Who can Apply?
Graduate in Science, Agriculture, Veterinary, Medicine, Pharmacy, Engineering & Technology are eligible to appear in the examination. They need not have any formal training viz., certificate, diploma or degree in Bioinformatics. Students in final year of Bachelor’s degree are also eligible to apply. International students are also eligible to apply.
Syllabus and Exam pattern
The exam contains thee papers
The syllabus consists of four sections - Biology,Physical & Chemical Sciences,Information Technology and Bioinformatics.
Syllabus for Paper I - basic : (All four sections) [Sample Questions for Paper I (Objective type)]
Syllabus for Paper II - advanced : (All four sections)
Paper III will be computer based practical and will include questions on Bioinformatics.
Important points to note:
For Paper I there will be negative marking of 0.25 for every wrong answer. Results of the Paper I will be announced on February 20, 2010 at the respective centres by 6:30 PM.Candidates securing 40% or above marks in Paper I ONLY will be eligible to appear for Paper II and III. Candidates scoring a minimum of 40% in each of the three papers will be certified.
Selection and Application Procedures
At the time of application you must have:
Valid email address
Demand Draft drawn in favour of:
Registrar, University of Pune, Payable at Pune. (Nationalised Bank Only)
Rs. 600 for General category, Rs. 450 for Reserved category and US$100 for foreign students.
Apply online only once
After filling application form online, you must take printout and also save on your disk. Note that your application number will be your login id. Write your name and application number on reverse of Demand Draft and photograph. Do not send the photocopies of academic certificates / marksheets etc. along with application form.
Certificates in support of reservation category should only be attached with the application form. (Applicable only to Indian students) Send the hard copy of the duly filled signed application form along with demand draft, two passport size photographs and caste certificate (if applicable) to the following address:
The Coordinator
BINC Examination,
Bioinformatics Center
University of Pune
Ganeshkhind Road
Pune 411 007
Maharashtra India
Examination Centers: Pune , New Delhi , Chennai , Kolkata , Bangalore ,Shillong , Hyderabad
Submission deadline: 16 January 2010
Important Information:
The DBT awards DBT-BINC-Junior Research Fellowships (DBT-BINC-JRF) to top 15 BINC qualified Indian nationals in the order of merit to pursue Ph.D. in Indian Institutes/Universities. Note that the candidate must possess a postgraduate degree & meet the criteria of the institutes/universities in order to avail the DBT-BINC-Junior Research Fellowships (DBT-BINC-JRF). In addition, a cash prize of Rs. 10,000/- will be awarded to the top 10 BINC qualified Indian nationals.
Other Important Dates
Date of Advertisement/Announcement 1 December 2009
Start of online application 1 December 2009
Last date of application 16 January 2010
Display list of eligible candidates on the website 30 January 2010
Display of admit cards on the website 05 February 2010
Examination dates 20 - 21 February 2010
Final Results 22 March 2010
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Post Doctoral opportunity at Indian Institute of Astrophysics(applications invited through out the year)
Applications can be submitted any time of the year
The Institute offers challenging opportunities to young researchers working in theory, observation and instrumentation in the research fields listed below. Selected candidates, as post doctoral fellows, are expected to work in close collaboration with members of the research groups at the institute and are also encouraged to carry out independent research. The duration of the fellowship is normally two years, with a possible extension for another year. The selected candidates will receive a fellowship and a book grant. Accommodation and medical facilities will also be provided.
Applications are invited from candidates with a Ph.D degree in Physical / Mathematical Sciences from a recognised University / Institute. Candidates should preferably be below the age of 36 years. Application should include curriculum vitae, list of publications, and a research proposal. Completed applications and two letters of recommendation (to be sent directly by the referees) should be sent to the following address:
Post Doctoral Programme
Indian Institute of Astrophysics,
Koramangala,
Bangalore - 560034,
INDIA
Applications will be considered throughout the year.
Applications and recommendations may also be sent by E-mail to: pdf@iiap.res.in
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The Institute offers challenging opportunities to young researchers working in theory, observation and instrumentation in the research fields listed below. Selected candidates, as post doctoral fellows, are expected to work in close collaboration with members of the research groups at the institute and are also encouraged to carry out independent research. The duration of the fellowship is normally two years, with a possible extension for another year. The selected candidates will receive a fellowship and a book grant. Accommodation and medical facilities will also be provided.
Applications are invited from candidates with a Ph.D degree in Physical / Mathematical Sciences from a recognised University / Institute. Candidates should preferably be below the age of 36 years. Application should include curriculum vitae, list of publications, and a research proposal. Completed applications and two letters of recommendation (to be sent directly by the referees) should be sent to the following address:
Post Doctoral Programme
Indian Institute of Astrophysics,
Koramangala,
Bangalore - 560034,
INDIA
Applications will be considered throughout the year.
Applications and recommendations may also be sent by E-mail to: pdf@iiap.res.in
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PhD admission at Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB)
What is this all about ?
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) is an autonomous National Institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. It is located in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram city. The centre’s research focus is in areas of Disease Biology & Molecular Medicine as well as Plant Biotechnology & Discovery. Detailed information on the Faculty, Research Programs and other activities is available elsewhere on the website and all applicants are encouraged to go through the same and familiarise themselves with the range of research activities before they complete the application.
Who Can Apply?
General Category
A First Class or above with 60% marks or equivalent Grade Point Average in all examinations: 10th, 12th, Degree and Post-graduate course. Age of less than 28 years as on June 1, 2010. Should hold a valid Fellowship from UGC/CSIR/ICMR/KSCSTE/ Category A of DBT. Mere NET qualification is not sufficient.
For SC/ST candidates
Relaxation of criteria of First Class is available for SC/ST candidates. Marks of 50% or above or equivalent Grade Point Average in all examinations: 10th, 12th, Degree and Post-graduate course is sufficient. Age relaxation by up to five (5) years is also available for SC/ST candidates. No processing fees need be remitted by SC/ST candidates .SC/ST candidates should attach a copy of the Caste Certificate from a competent authority to prove their status. All SC/ST candidates should hold a valid fellowship from UGC/CSIR/ICMR/KSCSTE/ Category A of DBT. NET qualification alone is not sufficient.
Area of Research:
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) has major research programs in Disease Biology & Molecular Medicine as well as Plant Biotechnology & Discovery. Applications are invited from Postgraduates in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Biotechnology, Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences for our PhD program, currently affiliated to University of Kerala.
Check the institutes website for vacancies under scientists and research fields
Fellowship/Stipend: According to RGCB
Applications and Selection Procedure?
Prescribed Fees:
There is a fee of Rs. 500 (Rupees Five hundred only) for all general candidates. A Demand Draft drawn in favour of Director, RGCB and payable at Thiruvananthapuram should be enclosed along with the application. The name of the candidate and the telephone number should be written in pencil behind the DD.
SC/ST candidates are exempt from paying any fees.
Candidates interested in applying should download the application form, fill it completely and send it along with the required fees to:
Office of the Dean,
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
Thycaud P.O.
Thiruvananthapuram 695014
The completed application forms with the required attachments should reach the centre on or before December 14, 2009. Please super-scribe the envelope as "Application for the Ph.D. Programme-January 2010" .Self attested copies of the Mark sheets and proof of Date of Birth and Award of Fellowship must be attached along with the application.SC/ST candidates should attach a copy of Caste Certificate also along with the application. All original documents should be produced for verification at the time of Interview.
Names of shortlisted candidates will be put up on the RGCB website and will also be notified by email by December 21, 2009. A selection interview will be held at RGCB on Monday, January 11, 2010.
For further details or any clarifications, please write to dean@rgcb.res.in
Submission deadline: December 14, 2009.
Important Info:
Students studying for the Final semester may also apply. However, at the time of selection interview they should be able to demonstrate that they have received marks or GPA equivalent to a First Class in the Masters Degree examination.
Students must also produce proof of having been selected for JRF position at the time of interview. If the award letter is not received, a copy of the Hall Ticket showing the roll number and the corresponding number from the website of the agency awarding the fellowship is sufficient.
The PhD program of RGCB is affiliated to the University of Kerala. All selected candidates will be registered in the appropriate Department of the University of Kerala and will have to follow the rules, regulations and guidelines of the University. All selected candidates for the PhD program have to successfully undergo a 3 month coursework and lab rotation in RGCB in addition to any requirement imposed by the Kerala University before they are assigned to a laboratory or a research program
No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates appearing for interview. They will have to make their own arrangements for accommodation while coming for the interview. The interview may go on until late and the candidates may not be able to leave Thiruvananthapuram on the same day and in such cases it is the responsibility of the candidate to make arrangements to stay in the city or leave later, as the case may be.
Please note that fulfilling the minimum requirements stipulated in the advertisement would not automatically entitle a candidate for selection. The decision of the Centre shall be final and binding in this regard. Canvassing in any form will be treated as a disqualification.
Shared hostel accommodation will be made available to all selected applicants who join the PhD program. The hostel may be on campus or off campus, depending on availability.
Please note that all applicants for the PhD program must be bonafide Indian citizens.
Please contact:
Office of the Dean,
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
Thycaud P.O.
Thiruvananthapuram 695014
Email: dean@rgcb.res.in
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Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) is an autonomous National Institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. It is located in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram city. The centre’s research focus is in areas of Disease Biology & Molecular Medicine as well as Plant Biotechnology & Discovery. Detailed information on the Faculty, Research Programs and other activities is available elsewhere on the website and all applicants are encouraged to go through the same and familiarise themselves with the range of research activities before they complete the application.
Who Can Apply?
General Category
A First Class or above with 60% marks or equivalent Grade Point Average in all examinations: 10th, 12th, Degree and Post-graduate course. Age of less than 28 years as on June 1, 2010. Should hold a valid Fellowship from UGC/CSIR/ICMR/KSCSTE/ Category A of DBT. Mere NET qualification is not sufficient.
For SC/ST candidates
Relaxation of criteria of First Class is available for SC/ST candidates. Marks of 50% or above or equivalent Grade Point Average in all examinations: 10th, 12th, Degree and Post-graduate course is sufficient. Age relaxation by up to five (5) years is also available for SC/ST candidates. No processing fees need be remitted by SC/ST candidates .SC/ST candidates should attach a copy of the Caste Certificate from a competent authority to prove their status. All SC/ST candidates should hold a valid fellowship from UGC/CSIR/ICMR/KSCSTE/ Category A of DBT. NET qualification alone is not sufficient.
Area of Research:
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) has major research programs in Disease Biology & Molecular Medicine as well as Plant Biotechnology & Discovery. Applications are invited from Postgraduates in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Biotechnology, Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences for our PhD program, currently affiliated to University of Kerala.
Check the institutes website for vacancies under scientists and research fields
Fellowship/Stipend: According to RGCB
Applications and Selection Procedure?
Prescribed Fees:
There is a fee of Rs. 500 (Rupees Five hundred only) for all general candidates. A Demand Draft drawn in favour of Director, RGCB and payable at Thiruvananthapuram should be enclosed along with the application. The name of the candidate and the telephone number should be written in pencil behind the DD.
SC/ST candidates are exempt from paying any fees.
Candidates interested in applying should download the application form, fill it completely and send it along with the required fees to:
Office of the Dean,
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
Thycaud P.O.
Thiruvananthapuram 695014
The completed application forms with the required attachments should reach the centre on or before December 14, 2009. Please super-scribe the envelope as "Application for the Ph.D. Programme-January 2010" .Self attested copies of the Mark sheets and proof of Date of Birth and Award of Fellowship must be attached along with the application.SC/ST candidates should attach a copy of Caste Certificate also along with the application. All original documents should be produced for verification at the time of Interview.
Names of shortlisted candidates will be put up on the RGCB website and will also be notified by email by December 21, 2009. A selection interview will be held at RGCB on Monday, January 11, 2010.
For further details or any clarifications, please write to dean@rgcb.res.in
Submission deadline: December 14, 2009.
Important Info:
Students studying for the Final semester may also apply. However, at the time of selection interview they should be able to demonstrate that they have received marks or GPA equivalent to a First Class in the Masters Degree examination.
Students must also produce proof of having been selected for JRF position at the time of interview. If the award letter is not received, a copy of the Hall Ticket showing the roll number and the corresponding number from the website of the agency awarding the fellowship is sufficient.
The PhD program of RGCB is affiliated to the University of Kerala. All selected candidates will be registered in the appropriate Department of the University of Kerala and will have to follow the rules, regulations and guidelines of the University. All selected candidates for the PhD program have to successfully undergo a 3 month coursework and lab rotation in RGCB in addition to any requirement imposed by the Kerala University before they are assigned to a laboratory or a research program
No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates appearing for interview. They will have to make their own arrangements for accommodation while coming for the interview. The interview may go on until late and the candidates may not be able to leave Thiruvananthapuram on the same day and in such cases it is the responsibility of the candidate to make arrangements to stay in the city or leave later, as the case may be.
Please note that fulfilling the minimum requirements stipulated in the advertisement would not automatically entitle a candidate for selection. The decision of the Centre shall be final and binding in this regard. Canvassing in any form will be treated as a disqualification.
Shared hostel accommodation will be made available to all selected applicants who join the PhD program. The hostel may be on campus or off campus, depending on availability.
Please note that all applicants for the PhD program must be bonafide Indian citizens.
Please contact:
Office of the Dean,
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
Thycaud P.O.
Thiruvananthapuram 695014
Email: dean@rgcb.res.in
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Admission Notification: PhD at CENTRE FOR CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY(CCMB),Hyderabad
CENTRE FOR CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY (Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
What is this all about?
Director, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, invites applications from candidates who are
bonafide Indian citizens and having consistently good academic record. Candidates should have
strong motivation to pursue research in modern biology leading to a Ph.D degree.
Who Can Apply?
Candidates who satisfy the following criteria only need apply:
1. Should have an M.Sc. degree in any area of biological/physical/chemical sciences
including mathematics and qualified in the CSIR-UGC (NET) examination for Junior Research
Fellowship. The Fellowship Certificate should be valid as on the date of joining. (Candidates
qualified only for Lecturership in CSIR-UGC (NET) examination need not apply.
2. Candidates qualified in ICMR-JRF examination under Life Sciences may apply.
Admission will be subject to their qualifying in the CCMB written test/interview and award of
Fellowship by ICMR.
3. Candidates qualified in DBT-JRF examination can also apply.
4. Engineering (B.E. & B.Tech.) or B.Pharm graduates with Biotechnology as a subject of
study and have qualified in GATE examination with a minimum of 85 percentile may
also apply for award of Research Fellowship subject to their qualifying in the written
test/interview and award of fellowship by CSIR. The GATE certificate should be valid as
on the date of joining.
5. Students with non-life sciences background (having master degree in
Mathematics/Statistics/Physics/Chemistry and B.Tech in Computer Sciences or other
Engineering discipline) are specifically encouraged to apply, if they have high desire and
motivation in doing interdisciplinary research in Life Sciences.
6. Students with MBBS with first division may also apply. Selected candidates should also
qualify/obtain the Senior Research Fellowship conducted by the Human Resource
Development Group, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, New Delhi, to pursue
PhD in CCMB.
Age
Upper age limit is 28 years as on 4.12.2009 which is relaxable by 5 years for
SC/ST/OBC/Women/Physically Handicapped candidates.
Research Areas
The projects offered for Ph.D would be in the broad areas of (i) Biotechnology and Biomedicine (ii) Genetics
and Evolution (iii) Cell Biology and Development (iv) Molecular Biology (v) Biochemistry and
Biophysics (vi) Bioinformatics and Theoretical Biology.
See below for more details of research at CCMB
Fellowship/Stipend: As per CCMB norms
Applications and Selection Procedure?
Applications : Candidates who satisfy the above criteria may submit their typed applications on
plain paper with the following details:
(Please superscribe “Application for the Ph.D. programme” on the application form as well as the
envelope) 1) Full name of the candidate (in BLOCK LETTERS); 2) Correspondence and
Permanent address with Telephone number and email address; 3) Date of birth and age in years; 4)
Nationality; 5) State whether belongs to SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/General (in case of
SC/ST/OBC/PH, please enclose attested copy of the certificate); 6) Date and year of passing CSIRUGC
(NET) examination with Roll No., CSIR/UGC Scheme and subject; validity period and
whether the fellowship is activated and if so, please furnish the particulars; 7) Date and year of
passing GATE/ICMR-JRF/ DBT-JRF examination with Regn. No., percentile and subject; validity
period; 8) Educational qualifications commencing from 10th class, Intermediate, B.Sc/B.V.Sc. and
M.Sc/M.V.Sc/BE/B.Tech. with name of the University, year of passing, Class/Division, percentage
of marks, subjects (underline the main), etc.
The filled in applications affixed with a signed recent passport size photograph and attested copies
of certificates of date of birth, educational qualifications, etc. should reach the
Controller of Administration,
Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Habsiguda, Hyderabad 500 007,
Andhra Pradesh,
by 4.12.2009.
Written Test and Interview :
All the applications will be screened and candidates found suitable will be called for written test on 22.1.2010 at CCMB, Hyderabad. Candidates qualified in the written test will have to appear for interview on 23rd & 24th January , 2010. Candidates selected in the interview will have to stay for discussions on 25.1.2010 with Scientists at CCMB regarding allotment of projects for the Ph.D. programme. Traveling Allowance is not payable by CCMB and candidates have to make their own arrangements for stay, etc. at Hyderabad. Candidates who have qualified in CSIR-UGC NET Fellowship or ICMR-JRF or DBT-JRF can also walk in on the day of the written test (22nd January, 2010) at 7.30 AM in CCMB along with proof
of their qualification for the respective fellowship. They are requested to send an email intimating the same to COA, CCMB at coa@ccmb.res.in.
Submission deadline: 4.12.2009
Important Info:
1.Mere fulfilling of the minimum requirements stipulated in the notification would not automatically entitle a person for selection.
2. The decision of the Centre in this regard shall be final. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification.
Contact Details:
Controller of Administration
CENTRE FOR CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
Habsiguda, Hyderabad 500 007
Research Details at CCMB
I. Biochemistry and Biophysics
Membrane active molecules and intracellular transport of proteins
• Host-defense peptides
• Peptide super-structures
• Modulation of peptide-membrane interactions by covalently linked fatty acids
• Role of fatty acid acylation in targeting of proteins to membranes, and modulating fusion events and
translocation across membranes
Membrane and Membrane receptor biology
• Membrane organization, dynamics and function
• Organization, dynamics and function of the Serotonin1A receptor
Chaperones and Protein folding
• Molecular chaperones
• Protein folding, aggregation and diseases
Protein structure and conformations
• Calcium-binding proteins
• Corneal crystallins
NMR spectroscopy
• Exploring cerebral metabolism during normal aging, and in Alzheimer’s disease in mice
in vivo
• Structural and mechanistic details of RDE-4 in RNA interference pathway of C. elegans
• Role of R2D2 in enhancing sequence-specific mRNA degradation in Drosophila RNAi
pathway
Structural biology
• Exploring the structural basis of amino acid recognition in Class II tRNA synthetases
• Exploring the structural basis for thermostability of Bacillus subtilis lipase
• Structure-function studies on polyketide synthases and fatty acid synthases from
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Structure-function analysis of virulence factors of Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae, the
bacterial leaf blight pathogen of rice
• Structural and functional studies on calcium-binding proteins
Computational biology and bioinformatics
• Modelling spatiotemporal organisation in biological systems
• Modelling biochemical pathways
• Spatiotemporal dynamics in epidemiology
• PSSARD: Protein Sequence-Structure Analysis Relational Database
• Protein Structure Analysis: Analysis of Intra-Chain Disulphide bridged Peptides
(ICDBP) in proteins of known three-dimensional structure
• Identification of SNPs and SNP haplotypes
• De novo gene finding
II. Biotechnology and Biomedicine
DNA Finger printing and conservation of endangered species
• Genetic studies of natural populations of Panthera tigris by non-invasive methods
• Conservation of endangered animals
• Reprogramming of undifferentiated male germ cells and application
• Detection of fatal malarial infections in the Indian White-backed vultures (Gyps bengalensis)
• Phylogenetic studies in primates
• Phylogenetic studies in Indian deer species
• Wildlife forensics
• Identification of DNA markers associated with disease and pest resistance in Mulberry (Morus
spp.)
• DNA profiling for ascertaining genetic diversity and construction of framework molecular
linkage map of mulberry
• Conservation genetics of the olive ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea)
• Molecular characterization of Indian wolf populations
• Identification of a new tree frog species from the Central Western Ghats of India using
molecular techniques
• Biodiversity analysis of buffalo germplasm using DNA markers
Transgenics and aquaculture
• Transgenic fish production
• Genetic interrelationships among fish populations
• DNA vaccine against diseases
Tumour biology
• Search for new molecules involved in the wnt pathway and colon cancer and development of
murine cancer models
• Study of differential gene expression patterns in cancers using microarray technology
• Study of tumour suppressor RASSF1A in human breast cancer
Infectious diseases
• Molecular parasitology: studies on Leishmania donovani
• Molecular determinants of Plasmodium falciparum pathogenesis
• Virulence genes and growth regulators of Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Investigation of Chikungunya outbreak in Southern India
• Study on HIV-1 induced neuroinflammation
Neurobehavioural Disorders
• Epigenetic mechanisms underlying neuropsychiatric disorders using rodent models
• Epigenetic regulation of embryonic and adult neural stem cells
Cataract and other diseases
• Vascular endothelial growth factor expression and signaling in the lens
• Ex vivo expansion of corneal stem cells in treating ocular surface disorders caused by limbal
stem cells deficiencies
• Ultrastructural studies of ocular pathologies
• Amyloid formation in Type II Diabetes
Proteomics
• Cancer proteomics
• Proteomics of mouse embryonic stem cells
Nanobiotechnology
• Nanomaterials and nanodevices: Application in cell differentiation and diseases
Applied processes and products
• Protein engineering by directed evolution
• Triglyceride sensor
• Lipid- and peptide-based gene delivery strategies
III. Cell Biology and Development
Muscle cell development
• Molecular biology of skeletal muscle growth and regeneration
• Adhesion-dependent signaling in growth and differentiation of muscle cells
• Isolation and analysis of skeletal muscle-derived stem cells
Drosophila developmental biology
• Organogenesis in Drosophila
Chromatin structure and function
• Genome, chromatin and regulation of genetic information
• Comparative genomics of non-coding DNA
Cell and tissue engineering
• Role of integrins and membrane lipids in regulation of cell motility on the extracellular
matrix
• Study of bone marrow stem cells from rats and mice and human fetal liver for their use
in hepatic regenerative medicine
• Evaluation of new ceramic-based biomaterials for their use as osteogenic implants and
substrates
• Derivation of stem cells of various sources and their expansion ex vivo
Reproductive biology
• Tyrosine phosphorylated dihydrolipoamide dehydrogenase in Hamster spermatozoa
for oocyte activation and fertilization
• Role of nitric oxide in sperm capacitation
• Studies on hamster CAP1 protein
• Candidate gene polymorphisms in south Indian women with Endometriosis
Hormone-regulated expression of genes and proteins
• Expression, properties and function of tissue-specifically expressed salivary and
lacrimal gland secretory proteins
Plant developmental biology
• Control of meiosis in plants
• Analysis of the DYAD and DUET genes in Arabidopsis
• Role of the ATME-12 gene family in Arabidopsis
IV. Genetics and Evolution
Molecular basis of sex determination and evolution of sex chromosomes
• Molecular basis of sex reversals
• Genetic causes of male infertility
• Molecular basis of temperature-dependent sex-determination in Indian mugger,
Crocodylus palustris
• Characterization of sex- and species-specific heterochromatic DNA transcript(s)
expressed during spermatogenesis
• Isolation of the factors involved in nuclear reprogramming in snake oocytes
and functional characterization of WDR13 protein
Microbial/Fungal Genetics
• Repeat-induced point mutation (RIP) and meiotic silencing in Neurospora
• Cell division in bacteria
Extremophiles and mechanism of adaptation
• Transcription and regulation of gene expression at low temperature
• Role of RNA-degrading machinery in cold adaptation
• RecBCD complex and its importance during growth at low temperature
• Essential genes for growth at low temperature
• Low temperature protein expression system
• Microbial biodiversity of Antarctica, Himalayan glaciers, Indian Ocean and molecular
basis of adaptation to low temperature
V. Genomics
Genome diversity and analysis of human genetic disorder
• Human genome diversity
• Genetic analysis of pancreatic disorders in Indian population
• Genetic analysis of Type 2 Diabetes mellitus in Indian population
• Molecular diagnosis, carrier detection, genetic counselling and prenatal diagnosis for
genetic disorders
• Molecular basis of mitochondrial disorders
• Genetics of ovarian development and cycling disorders
• Chromosome defects and human genetic diseases
• Genetic basis of polycystic ovaries
• Genomics and functional proteomics in recurrent early pregnancy loss
Functional genomics using transgenic and gene knockout mice
• Functional analysis of Argonaute genes in mouse
• Functional analysis of mouse Wdr13 gene
VI. Molecular Biology
Nuclear organization
• Functional role of nuclear lamins
Signal transduction
• Signal transduction by protein tyrosine phosphatases
• Molecular mechanism of pathogenesis of Glaucoma caused by mutations in optineurin gene
• Mechanism of induction of apoptosis by tumor suppressor P53 and anti-cancer drugs
• Signal transduction by Hck tyrosine kinase: identification of substrates and physiological
consequences of their interactions
• Role of a guanine nucleotide exchange factor, C3G in actin reorganization and filopodia
formation
Gene silencing
• Mechanism of transgene silencing
• Gene-silencing in heterochromatin formation and chromatin dynamics
• A molecular link between non-coding RNA, dosage compensation and RNAi
• RNA-based epigenetic inheritance
• Viral Resistance genes for antiviral drug development
• Hybrid interference: A device for modulating chromatin organization
Eukaryotic transcription mechanisms
• Role of nucleosomes and chromatin structure in transcription
• Mechanisms of initiation of transcription by RNA polymerase II
Host-guest interactions in plants
• Genetics of plant-pathogen interactions
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What is this all about?
Director, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, invites applications from candidates who are
bonafide Indian citizens and having consistently good academic record. Candidates should have
strong motivation to pursue research in modern biology leading to a Ph.D degree.
Who Can Apply?
Candidates who satisfy the following criteria only need apply:
1. Should have an M.Sc. degree in any area of biological/physical/chemical sciences
including mathematics and qualified in the CSIR-UGC (NET) examination for Junior Research
Fellowship. The Fellowship Certificate should be valid as on the date of joining. (Candidates
qualified only for Lecturership in CSIR-UGC (NET) examination need not apply.
2. Candidates qualified in ICMR-JRF examination under Life Sciences may apply.
Admission will be subject to their qualifying in the CCMB written test/interview and award of
Fellowship by ICMR.
3. Candidates qualified in DBT-JRF examination can also apply.
4. Engineering (B.E. & B.Tech.) or B.Pharm graduates with Biotechnology as a subject of
study and have qualified in GATE examination with a minimum of 85 percentile may
also apply for award of Research Fellowship subject to their qualifying in the written
test/interview and award of fellowship by CSIR. The GATE certificate should be valid as
on the date of joining.
5. Students with non-life sciences background (having master degree in
Mathematics/Statistics/Physics/Chemistry and B.Tech in Computer Sciences or other
Engineering discipline) are specifically encouraged to apply, if they have high desire and
motivation in doing interdisciplinary research in Life Sciences.
6. Students with MBBS with first division may also apply. Selected candidates should also
qualify/obtain the Senior Research Fellowship conducted by the Human Resource
Development Group, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, New Delhi, to pursue
PhD in CCMB.
Age
Upper age limit is 28 years as on 4.12.2009 which is relaxable by 5 years for
SC/ST/OBC/Women/Physically Handicapped candidates.
Research Areas
The projects offered for Ph.D would be in the broad areas of (i) Biotechnology and Biomedicine (ii) Genetics
and Evolution (iii) Cell Biology and Development (iv) Molecular Biology (v) Biochemistry and
Biophysics (vi) Bioinformatics and Theoretical Biology.
See below for more details of research at CCMB
Fellowship/Stipend: As per CCMB norms
Applications and Selection Procedure?
Applications : Candidates who satisfy the above criteria may submit their typed applications on
plain paper with the following details:
(Please superscribe “Application for the Ph.D. programme” on the application form as well as the
envelope) 1) Full name of the candidate (in BLOCK LETTERS); 2) Correspondence and
Permanent address with Telephone number and email address; 3) Date of birth and age in years; 4)
Nationality; 5) State whether belongs to SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/General (in case of
SC/ST/OBC/PH, please enclose attested copy of the certificate); 6) Date and year of passing CSIRUGC
(NET) examination with Roll No., CSIR/UGC Scheme and subject; validity period and
whether the fellowship is activated and if so, please furnish the particulars; 7) Date and year of
passing GATE/ICMR-JRF/ DBT-JRF examination with Regn. No., percentile and subject; validity
period; 8) Educational qualifications commencing from 10th class, Intermediate, B.Sc/B.V.Sc. and
M.Sc/M.V.Sc/BE/B.Tech. with name of the University, year of passing, Class/Division, percentage
of marks, subjects (underline the main), etc.
The filled in applications affixed with a signed recent passport size photograph and attested copies
of certificates of date of birth, educational qualifications, etc. should reach the
Controller of Administration,
Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Habsiguda, Hyderabad 500 007,
Andhra Pradesh,
by 4.12.2009.
Written Test and Interview :
All the applications will be screened and candidates found suitable will be called for written test on 22.1.2010 at CCMB, Hyderabad. Candidates qualified in the written test will have to appear for interview on 23rd & 24th January , 2010. Candidates selected in the interview will have to stay for discussions on 25.1.2010 with Scientists at CCMB regarding allotment of projects for the Ph.D. programme. Traveling Allowance is not payable by CCMB and candidates have to make their own arrangements for stay, etc. at Hyderabad. Candidates who have qualified in CSIR-UGC NET Fellowship or ICMR-JRF or DBT-JRF can also walk in on the day of the written test (22nd January, 2010) at 7.30 AM in CCMB along with proof
of their qualification for the respective fellowship. They are requested to send an email intimating the same to COA, CCMB at coa@ccmb.res.in.
Submission deadline: 4.12.2009
Important Info:
1.Mere fulfilling of the minimum requirements stipulated in the notification would not automatically entitle a person for selection.
2. The decision of the Centre in this regard shall be final. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification.
Contact Details:
Controller of Administration
CENTRE FOR CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
Habsiguda, Hyderabad 500 007
Research Details at CCMB
I. Biochemistry and Biophysics
Membrane active molecules and intracellular transport of proteins
• Host-defense peptides
• Peptide super-structures
• Modulation of peptide-membrane interactions by covalently linked fatty acids
• Role of fatty acid acylation in targeting of proteins to membranes, and modulating fusion events and
translocation across membranes
Membrane and Membrane receptor biology
• Membrane organization, dynamics and function
• Organization, dynamics and function of the Serotonin1A receptor
Chaperones and Protein folding
• Molecular chaperones
• Protein folding, aggregation and diseases
Protein structure and conformations
• Calcium-binding proteins
• Corneal crystallins
NMR spectroscopy
• Exploring cerebral metabolism during normal aging, and in Alzheimer’s disease in mice
in vivo
• Structural and mechanistic details of RDE-4 in RNA interference pathway of C. elegans
• Role of R2D2 in enhancing sequence-specific mRNA degradation in Drosophila RNAi
pathway
Structural biology
• Exploring the structural basis of amino acid recognition in Class II tRNA synthetases
• Exploring the structural basis for thermostability of Bacillus subtilis lipase
• Structure-function studies on polyketide synthases and fatty acid synthases from
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Structure-function analysis of virulence factors of Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae, the
bacterial leaf blight pathogen of rice
• Structural and functional studies on calcium-binding proteins
Computational biology and bioinformatics
• Modelling spatiotemporal organisation in biological systems
• Modelling biochemical pathways
• Spatiotemporal dynamics in epidemiology
• PSSARD: Protein Sequence-Structure Analysis Relational Database
• Protein Structure Analysis: Analysis of Intra-Chain Disulphide bridged Peptides
(ICDBP) in proteins of known three-dimensional structure
• Identification of SNPs and SNP haplotypes
• De novo gene finding
II. Biotechnology and Biomedicine
DNA Finger printing and conservation of endangered species
• Genetic studies of natural populations of Panthera tigris by non-invasive methods
• Conservation of endangered animals
• Reprogramming of undifferentiated male germ cells and application
• Detection of fatal malarial infections in the Indian White-backed vultures (Gyps bengalensis)
• Phylogenetic studies in primates
• Phylogenetic studies in Indian deer species
• Wildlife forensics
• Identification of DNA markers associated with disease and pest resistance in Mulberry (Morus
spp.)
• DNA profiling for ascertaining genetic diversity and construction of framework molecular
linkage map of mulberry
• Conservation genetics of the olive ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea)
• Molecular characterization of Indian wolf populations
• Identification of a new tree frog species from the Central Western Ghats of India using
molecular techniques
• Biodiversity analysis of buffalo germplasm using DNA markers
Transgenics and aquaculture
• Transgenic fish production
• Genetic interrelationships among fish populations
• DNA vaccine against diseases
Tumour biology
• Search for new molecules involved in the wnt pathway and colon cancer and development of
murine cancer models
• Study of differential gene expression patterns in cancers using microarray technology
• Study of tumour suppressor RASSF1A in human breast cancer
Infectious diseases
• Molecular parasitology: studies on Leishmania donovani
• Molecular determinants of Plasmodium falciparum pathogenesis
• Virulence genes and growth regulators of Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Investigation of Chikungunya outbreak in Southern India
• Study on HIV-1 induced neuroinflammation
Neurobehavioural Disorders
• Epigenetic mechanisms underlying neuropsychiatric disorders using rodent models
• Epigenetic regulation of embryonic and adult neural stem cells
Cataract and other diseases
• Vascular endothelial growth factor expression and signaling in the lens
• Ex vivo expansion of corneal stem cells in treating ocular surface disorders caused by limbal
stem cells deficiencies
• Ultrastructural studies of ocular pathologies
• Amyloid formation in Type II Diabetes
Proteomics
• Cancer proteomics
• Proteomics of mouse embryonic stem cells
Nanobiotechnology
• Nanomaterials and nanodevices: Application in cell differentiation and diseases
Applied processes and products
• Protein engineering by directed evolution
• Triglyceride sensor
• Lipid- and peptide-based gene delivery strategies
III. Cell Biology and Development
Muscle cell development
• Molecular biology of skeletal muscle growth and regeneration
• Adhesion-dependent signaling in growth and differentiation of muscle cells
• Isolation and analysis of skeletal muscle-derived stem cells
Drosophila developmental biology
• Organogenesis in Drosophila
Chromatin structure and function
• Genome, chromatin and regulation of genetic information
• Comparative genomics of non-coding DNA
Cell and tissue engineering
• Role of integrins and membrane lipids in regulation of cell motility on the extracellular
matrix
• Study of bone marrow stem cells from rats and mice and human fetal liver for their use
in hepatic regenerative medicine
• Evaluation of new ceramic-based biomaterials for their use as osteogenic implants and
substrates
• Derivation of stem cells of various sources and their expansion ex vivo
Reproductive biology
• Tyrosine phosphorylated dihydrolipoamide dehydrogenase in Hamster spermatozoa
for oocyte activation and fertilization
• Role of nitric oxide in sperm capacitation
• Studies on hamster CAP1 protein
• Candidate gene polymorphisms in south Indian women with Endometriosis
Hormone-regulated expression of genes and proteins
• Expression, properties and function of tissue-specifically expressed salivary and
lacrimal gland secretory proteins
Plant developmental biology
• Control of meiosis in plants
• Analysis of the DYAD and DUET genes in Arabidopsis
• Role of the ATME-12 gene family in Arabidopsis
IV. Genetics and Evolution
Molecular basis of sex determination and evolution of sex chromosomes
• Molecular basis of sex reversals
• Genetic causes of male infertility
• Molecular basis of temperature-dependent sex-determination in Indian mugger,
Crocodylus palustris
• Characterization of sex- and species-specific heterochromatic DNA transcript(s)
expressed during spermatogenesis
• Isolation of the factors involved in nuclear reprogramming in snake oocytes
and functional characterization of WDR13 protein
Microbial/Fungal Genetics
• Repeat-induced point mutation (RIP) and meiotic silencing in Neurospora
• Cell division in bacteria
Extremophiles and mechanism of adaptation
• Transcription and regulation of gene expression at low temperature
• Role of RNA-degrading machinery in cold adaptation
• RecBCD complex and its importance during growth at low temperature
• Essential genes for growth at low temperature
• Low temperature protein expression system
• Microbial biodiversity of Antarctica, Himalayan glaciers, Indian Ocean and molecular
basis of adaptation to low temperature
V. Genomics
Genome diversity and analysis of human genetic disorder
• Human genome diversity
• Genetic analysis of pancreatic disorders in Indian population
• Genetic analysis of Type 2 Diabetes mellitus in Indian population
• Molecular diagnosis, carrier detection, genetic counselling and prenatal diagnosis for
genetic disorders
• Molecular basis of mitochondrial disorders
• Genetics of ovarian development and cycling disorders
• Chromosome defects and human genetic diseases
• Genetic basis of polycystic ovaries
• Genomics and functional proteomics in recurrent early pregnancy loss
Functional genomics using transgenic and gene knockout mice
• Functional analysis of Argonaute genes in mouse
• Functional analysis of mouse Wdr13 gene
VI. Molecular Biology
Nuclear organization
• Functional role of nuclear lamins
Signal transduction
• Signal transduction by protein tyrosine phosphatases
• Molecular mechanism of pathogenesis of Glaucoma caused by mutations in optineurin gene
• Mechanism of induction of apoptosis by tumor suppressor P53 and anti-cancer drugs
• Signal transduction by Hck tyrosine kinase: identification of substrates and physiological
consequences of their interactions
• Role of a guanine nucleotide exchange factor, C3G in actin reorganization and filopodia
formation
Gene silencing
• Mechanism of transgene silencing
• Gene-silencing in heterochromatin formation and chromatin dynamics
• A molecular link between non-coding RNA, dosage compensation and RNAi
• RNA-based epigenetic inheritance
• Viral Resistance genes for antiviral drug development
• Hybrid interference: A device for modulating chromatin organization
Eukaryotic transcription mechanisms
• Role of nucleosomes and chromatin structure in transcription
• Mechanisms of initiation of transcription by RNA polymerase II
Host-guest interactions in plants
• Genetics of plant-pathogen interactions
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Summer Training:Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Bangalore(JNCASR) apply soon!!!
What is this all about ?
Summer fellowship at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Bangalore, in association with Dept. of Science and Technology and Rajiv Gandhi Foundation, New Delhi
The Centre offers summer fellowships for two months to bright undergraduate and MSc students (renewable for a second year for selected students). This programme has proved to be popular and competitive; each year, about 5000 students from all over India apply for the 120 fellowships awarded. Fifty fellowships are supported by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, fifteen by the Rajiv Gandhi Institute for Contemporary Studies, New Delhi, and the rest by the Centre. Students are placed with research groups at the Centre or with scientists else where in India. They are paid travel expenses and a monthly stipend of Rs. 5000. Selected students get the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research, and several summer projects have led to publications in leading journals. A random sample of projects pursued in past years is: Preparation of La0.5Sr0.5Co03 by Sol-Gel spin coating method; Study of correlated response to selection on faster development and early reproduction in Drosophila melanogaster; A study of the chaotic nature of flow in the neighborhood of vortices; Statistical analysis of fatal mining accidents in eight companies of Coal India Ltd. Many of the summer students of past years have gone on to pursue graduate studies and a research career, at the JNCASR or at another leading university.
Research Areas:
Academic requirements: * Students who have secured not less than 80% (science and maths subjects only) in their 10th , 12th(10 +2) and not less than first class in graduation and post graduation(if applicable).
Only students presently studying in I and II year of B.Sc., I, II and III year of B.E / B.Tech. / B.V.Sc./ MBBS / B.Pharm., I year of M.Sc. and I - IV year of Integrated M.Sc with the above mentioned academic requirements should apply.
Fellowship/Stipend:
The students selected under this programme are placed with scientists at the Centre or elsewhere in India, for 2 months with a stipend of Rs. 5000 /- p.m and travel support as per Govt. of India norms.
Applications:
Detailed information and application form can be downloaded from
http://www.jncasr.ac.in/srfp.फ्पफ्पor may be obtained by writing to the address mentioned below with a self-addressed envelope of 16x25 cms with stamp of Rs. 10/-
Submission deadline:11th December 2009
Important Info:
About 15 students will be chosen as Rajiv Gandhi Science Talent Research Fellows based on the completed project reports
Additional guidelines for Summer Fellows placed in the JNCASR ONLY.
All summer students should inform the JNCASR well in advance about the exact duration of their visit. The Fellowships section will then request the appropriate authority for accommodation, and let the Fellow know where he/she will be staying.
In special cases where a student needs to visit the Centre for a period in addition to that covered by the Fellowship, the guide may send in a request to this effect. The Centre will try to make their stay possible and fruitful. It is important that such students should inform the Fellowships section about the exact dates of their stay well in advance. Only students who receive an e-mail confirmation of accommodation being reserved for them can expect to be housed by the Centre. The student should carry money required for security deposit.
* Those not fulfilling the criteria are advised not to apply.
other Important dates:
Hard copy request for application form: 23rd November 2009
Downloading application form from website: 01st December 2009
Only selected candidates will be intimated by 31st March-2010 and the list will also be available on the web site.
All correspondence should be addressed to:
The Assistant Coordinator
Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research,
Jakkur P.O., Bangalore 560 064
Fax: 080-22082980; Phone: 080-22082776
E-mail: mailto:srfp@jncasr.ac.in
Website: http://www.jncasr.ac.in/srfp.फ्प
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Summer fellowship at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Bangalore, in association with Dept. of Science and Technology and Rajiv Gandhi Foundation, New Delhi
The Centre offers summer fellowships for two months to bright undergraduate and MSc students (renewable for a second year for selected students). This programme has proved to be popular and competitive; each year, about 5000 students from all over India apply for the 120 fellowships awarded. Fifty fellowships are supported by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, fifteen by the Rajiv Gandhi Institute for Contemporary Studies, New Delhi, and the rest by the Centre. Students are placed with research groups at the Centre or with scientists else where in India. They are paid travel expenses and a monthly stipend of Rs. 5000. Selected students get the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research, and several summer projects have led to publications in leading journals. A random sample of projects pursued in past years is: Preparation of La0.5Sr0.5Co03 by Sol-Gel spin coating method; Study of correlated response to selection on faster development and early reproduction in Drosophila melanogaster; A study of the chaotic nature of flow in the neighborhood of vortices; Statistical analysis of fatal mining accidents in eight companies of Coal India Ltd. Many of the summer students of past years have gone on to pursue graduate studies and a research career, at the JNCASR or at another leading university.
Research Areas:
- Life Sciences: Infectious and non-infectious diseases, bioinformatics, developmental biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, life-history evolution, immunology, circadian biology, animal behaviour, behavioural ecology, evolutionary genetics, experimental evolution, chronobiology, behavior.
- Material Sciences: Including Nano Sciences, energy and green materials.
- Chemical Sciences: Solid state chemistry, theoretical/computational chemistry, inorganic, physical, organic chemistry.
- Physical Sciences:Condensed matter theory and experiment, statistical physics, semiconductor materials physics, biophysics, nano physics, polymer physics, organic electronics, computational material science, soft matter.
- Engineering Sciences:Theoretical and computational fluid dynamics, flow of complex fluids, granular media, experimental fluid mechanics, thermal science, chemical engineering and physical metallurgy, non-linear dynamics including planetary dynamics.
- Mathematics: Fundamental Groups, Simplicial Homology and Triangulations.
- Atmospheric Sciences:Atmospheric boundary layer, near-surface environment, radiation, solar-terrestrial relations, monsoon dynamics, modelling.
Academic requirements: * Students who have secured not less than 80% (science and maths subjects only) in their 10th , 12th(10 +2) and not less than first class in graduation and post graduation(if applicable).
Only students presently studying in I and II year of B.Sc., I, II and III year of B.E / B.Tech. / B.V.Sc./ MBBS / B.Pharm., I year of M.Sc. and I - IV year of Integrated M.Sc with the above mentioned academic requirements should apply.
Fellowship/Stipend:
The students selected under this programme are placed with scientists at the Centre or elsewhere in India, for 2 months with a stipend of Rs. 5000 /- p.m and travel support as per Govt. of India norms.
Applications:
Detailed information and application form can be downloaded from
http://www.jncasr.ac.in/srfp.फ्पफ्पor may be obtained by writing to the address mentioned below with a self-addressed envelope of 16x25 cms with stamp of Rs. 10/-
Submission deadline:11th December 2009
Important Info:
About 15 students will be chosen as Rajiv Gandhi Science Talent Research Fellows based on the completed project reports
Additional guidelines for Summer Fellows placed in the JNCASR ONLY.
All summer students should inform the JNCASR well in advance about the exact duration of their visit. The Fellowships section will then request the appropriate authority for accommodation, and let the Fellow know where he/she will be staying.
In special cases where a student needs to visit the Centre for a period in addition to that covered by the Fellowship, the guide may send in a request to this effect. The Centre will try to make their stay possible and fruitful. It is important that such students should inform the Fellowships section about the exact dates of their stay well in advance. Only students who receive an e-mail confirmation of accommodation being reserved for them can expect to be housed by the Centre. The student should carry money required for security deposit.
* Those not fulfilling the criteria are advised not to apply.
other Important dates:
Hard copy request for application form: 23rd November 2009
Downloading application form from website: 01st December 2009
Only selected candidates will be intimated by 31st March-2010 and the list will also be available on the web site.
All correspondence should be addressed to:
The Assistant Coordinator
Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research,
Jakkur P.O., Bangalore 560 064
Fax: 080-22082980; Phone: 080-22082776
E-mail: mailto:srfp@jncasr.ac.in
Website: http://www.jncasr.ac.in/srfp.फ्प
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Summer Training:Indian Science Academies' Summer Research Fellowship Programme for Students and Teachers 2010
What is this all about?
Indian Academy of Sciences, Bangalore
The three national Science Academies offer several two-month Summer Fellowships to enable students/teachers to work with Fellows and other scientists associated with the three Academies during 2010. .
Area of Work/Training:
Applications are invited from interested students and teachers from all universities and colleges affiliated to UGC/AICTE/MCI/Accredited Institutions of State Universities for these Fellowships. (B.Sc, M.Sc, M.Tech, B.Tech etc)
Fellowship/Stipend/Salaray:
The selected students/teachers will be provided appropriate round trip train fare and a monthly fellowship to meet their living expenses at the place of work.
Applications and Selection Procedure:
The application should include a brief resume of the applicant (in the prescribed format), a one-page description of the planned activity, the guide with whom the applicant would like to work (please give names of at least three guides in order of preference) and the tentative dates of visit as convenient to the applicant. The plan of work should clearly state the specific experiment or theory that the applicant would like to work on and NOT a general description of the area. Student applicants should include a recommendation letter from a teacher (in the prescribed format) familiar with their work, in a sealed envelope. The candidate may work in consultation with the assigned guide for two months any time during the calendar year, preferably during the summer.
Applications should be submitted online through one of our websites (http://www.ias.ac.in/), (http://www.insaindia.org/) or (http://www.nasi.org.in/); however a copy of the application together with enclosures must be sent by post to
The Coordinator,
Science Education Programme,
Indian Academy of Sciences,
C.V. Raman Avenue,
Post Box No. 8005, Sadashivanagar P.O.,
Bangalore 560 080.
The registration number assigned soon after online submission must be quoted both in the hard copy of the application to be sent and in the letter of recommendation to be forwarded by the teacher in the case of student applicants.
Submission deadline: 31 December 2009
Important Info:
Check the website for list of those who have consented to guide students/teachers to work on short-term projects
Information of selection along with concurrence of the guide will be despatched by early March 2010.
All correspondence should be addressed to:
The Coordinator,
Science Education Programme,
Indian Academy of Sciences,
C.V. Raman Avenue, Post Box No. 8005,
Sadashivanagar Bangalore 560 080
Tel: (080) 2361 4592, (080) 2361 2546; Fax: (080) 2361 6094;
e-mail: sumfel@ias.ernet.in;
Website Details: http://www.ias.ac.in/
This is one of the most prestigious fellowship any graduate can obtain ,kindly make use of this oppurtunity.
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Science Academies' Summer Research Fellowship Programme for Students and Teachers 2010 (SRFP 2010)
Indian Academy of Sciences, BangaloreThe National Academy of Sciences, India, Allahabad
Indian National Science Academy, New DelhiThe three national Science Academies offer several two-month Summer Fellowships to enable students/teachers to work with Fellows and other scientists associated with the three Academies during 2010. .
Area of Work/Training:
- Agricultural Sciences
- Engineering incl. Computer Sci.
- Chemistry
- Life Sciences
- Mathematics
- Earth & Planetary Sci.
- Physics
Applications are invited from interested students and teachers from all universities and colleges affiliated to UGC/AICTE/MCI/Accredited Institutions of State Universities for these Fellowships. (B.Sc, M.Sc, M.Tech, B.Tech etc)
Fellowship/Stipend/Salaray:
The selected students/teachers will be provided appropriate round trip train fare and a monthly fellowship to meet their living expenses at the place of work.
Applications and Selection Procedure:
The application should include a brief resume of the applicant (in the prescribed format), a one-page description of the planned activity, the guide with whom the applicant would like to work (please give names of at least three guides in order of preference) and the tentative dates of visit as convenient to the applicant. The plan of work should clearly state the specific experiment or theory that the applicant would like to work on and NOT a general description of the area. Student applicants should include a recommendation letter from a teacher (in the prescribed format) familiar with their work, in a sealed envelope. The candidate may work in consultation with the assigned guide for two months any time during the calendar year, preferably during the summer.
Applications should be submitted online through one of our websites (http://www.ias.ac.in/), (http://www.insaindia.org/) or (http://www.nasi.org.in/); however a copy of the application together with enclosures must be sent by post to
The Coordinator,
Science Education Programme,
Indian Academy of Sciences,
C.V. Raman Avenue,
Post Box No. 8005, Sadashivanagar P.O.,
Bangalore 560 080.
The registration number assigned soon after online submission must be quoted both in the hard copy of the application to be sent and in the letter of recommendation to be forwarded by the teacher in the case of student applicants.
Submission deadline: 31 December 2009
Important Info:
Check the website for list of those who have consented to guide students/teachers to work on short-term projects
Information of selection along with concurrence of the guide will be despatched by early March 2010.
All correspondence should be addressed to:
The Coordinator,
Science Education Programme,
Indian Academy of Sciences,
C.V. Raman Avenue, Post Box No. 8005,
Sadashivanagar Bangalore 560 080
Tel: (080) 2361 4592, (080) 2361 2546; Fax: (080) 2361 6094;
e-mail: sumfel@ias.ernet.in;
Website Details: http://www.ias.ac.in/
This is one of the most prestigious fellowship any graduate can obtain ,kindly make use of this oppurtunity.
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Website: They created more than 50000 online Flashcards
Below are interesting details of an excellent and informative website.... FunnelBrain
- This website is all about learning efficently online through interactive methods like FlashCards, social networking(academic), videos, audios etc.
- This site very innovative in creating the knowledge base....the flash cards on various subjects are simple, interesting and fun to read .
How does a Flash Card look like....
- There are many subjects covered in this site like wise... physics, biology, mathematics, chemistry, ecology, psychology , history etc
- Just as any social networking site , this site also allows you to create a academic network among your peers , friends, classmates etc.,
- There are provisions to create a new flash card, edit a previously created flash card.
What's special about FunnelBrain? (obtained from the site)
Students work in teams to create review materials, paired with video explanations, for their class and leverage a learning management application known as the "Funnel" that tracks and monitors learning progress a with a spaced repetition algorithm.
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Notification:PhD Admissions at National Center for Cell Sciences, Pune
NCCS, Pune invites applications from candidates who are bonafide Indian citizens and having consistently good academic record. Candidates should have strong motivation to pursue research in modern biology leading to a Ph.D. degree.
Who Can Apply?
• Should have an M.Sc. degree in any area of Life Sciences and
• Qualified in the CSIR/UGC/ICMR/DBT examination for Junior Research Fellowship and Fellowship should be valid as on the date of joining. (Candidates who have qualified only for Lectureship in CSIR-UGC (NET) and the "Projects list of ICMR and category 'B' of DBT examination" need not apply)
• Other terms and conditions of the fellowship will be as directed by the agency awarding the fellowship. Age relaxation will be 5 years in case of SC/ST/Women/PH and 3 years in case of OBC candidates.
• Those who have already availed fellowship in other organization and seeking transfer should clearly indicate so on their application.
• Reservation will be as per the Government of India guidelines.
• Candidates with DBT/ICMR Fellowship will have to qualify written examination conducted by NCCS/University of Pune. Those ICMR/DBT Fellows with valid GATE score are exempted from this exam.
Area of Work:
Who Can Apply?
• Should have an M.Sc. degree in any area of Life Sciences and
• Qualified in the CSIR/UGC/ICMR/DBT examination for Junior Research Fellowship and Fellowship should be valid as on the date of joining. (Candidates who have qualified only for Lectureship in CSIR-UGC (NET) and the "Projects list of ICMR and category 'B' of DBT examination" need not apply)
• Other terms and conditions of the fellowship will be as directed by the agency awarding the fellowship. Age relaxation will be 5 years in case of SC/ST/Women/PH and 3 years in case of OBC candidates.
• Those who have already availed fellowship in other organization and seeking transfer should clearly indicate so on their application.
• Reservation will be as per the Government of India guidelines.
• Candidates with DBT/ICMR Fellowship will have to qualify written examination conducted by NCCS/University of Pune. Those ICMR/DBT Fellows with valid GATE score are exempted from this exam.
Area of Work:
NCCS The broader areas of research and the available projects with NCCS faculty could be found at their respective web pages. The list of available projects for the current session will be provided to the candidates at the time of interview.
Fellowship/Stipend: As per NCSS, Pune
Application and Selection Procedure?
Candidates who satisfy the above criteria may submit their typed applications in the prescribed format to the
Fellowship/Stipend: As per NCSS, Pune
Application and Selection Procedure?
Candidates who satisfy the above criteria may submit their typed applications in the prescribed format to the
Co-ordinator,
Academic Cell,
National Centre for Cell Science,
Pune University Campus,
Ganeshkhind, Pune 411 007,
on or before 30th November, 2009. Please superscribe "Application for the Ph.D. programme" on the application form as well as on the envelope. Do not attach any certificates (original or Xerox) along with the application, however these must be produced at the time of interview failing which, they will not be interviewed. SC/ST/OBC candidates should attach attested true copy of Caste Certificate/Latest non-creamy layer certificate along with the application & originals should be produced at the time of Interview.
Personal Interviews :
All the applications will be screened and candidates found suitable will be called for Personal Interview as per the time schedule mentioned(please find below)
Submission deadline: 30.11.2009
Other Important Dates:
Date of display of short-listed candidates called for interview on our website: 07.12.2009
Date(s) of Interview of the short listed candidates at NCCS: 21.12.2009 to 23.12.2009
Date of declaration of results on our website: 30.12.2009
Date of display of short-listed candidates called for interview on our website: 07.12.2009
Date(s) of Interview of the short listed candidates at NCCS: 21.12.2009 to 23.12.2009
Date of declaration of results on our website: 30.12.2009
Important Info:
Traveling allowance will be paid to SC/ST candidates as per rules. For other candidates traveling allowance is not admissible. Candidates have to make their own arrangements for stay at Pune.
Mere fulfilling of the minimum requirements stipulated in the advertisement would not automatically entitle a candidate for selection. The decision of the Centre in this regard shall be final and binding in this regard. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification.
Please contact (for any queries): co-ordinator@nccs.res.in
Website Details: http://www.nccs.res.in/
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Traveling allowance will be paid to SC/ST candidates as per rules. For other candidates traveling allowance is not admissible. Candidates have to make their own arrangements for stay at Pune.
Mere fulfilling of the minimum requirements stipulated in the advertisement would not automatically entitle a candidate for selection. The decision of the Centre in this regard shall be final and binding in this regard. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification.
Please contact (for any queries): co-ordinator@nccs.res.in
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Notification:Admission to Ph.D. Program at NISER,Bhubaneswar
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
BHUBANESWAR
Applications are invited from Indian citizens for admission to Ph.D. Program scheduled to commence from December 2009
Who Can Apply?
Age: Not more than 28 years on December 01, 2009 (Born on/after December 01, 1981)
Stream Minimum Educational Qualifications
Biological Sciences
55% in Masters in any branches of Biology, life sciences
and bioinformatics. People with masters in any branches
of natural and computer sciences with interest in pursuing
career in biology.
Chemical Sciences
55% in M. Sc. Or equivalent degree in Chemistry/
Biochemistry/Material Science
Mathematical Sciences
55% in M. Sc. or equivalent degree in Mathematics
Physical Sciences
55% in M. Sc. or equivalent degree in Physics/Chemistry/ Mathematical Physics or equivalent degree in Engineering EE/ME
Candidates should have qualified the CSIR-NET/GATE/JEST/NBHM or equivalent
examination valid for the current year in the relevant area of research. UGC-CSIR JRF
qualified candidates can avail the fellowship directly from UGC or CSIR, whereas, students
selected for Ph.D. program based on GATE/JEST scores, are eligible for financial aid
(Assistantship / Scholarship) from NISER, Bhubaneswar at par with CSIR fellowship.
Research Areas
Research areas in the following schools of basic sciences at NISER Bhubaneswar:
1. School of Biological Sciences
2. School of Chemical Sciences
3. School of Mathematical Sciences
4. School of Physical Sciences
Stipend: According to NISER and CSIR
Applications and Selection procedures :
The application form is available free of cost and can be downloaded from NISER website.
Else, the form can be obtained by post, or in person, from the academic section, NISER
Bhubaneswar, see below for postal address (before 30.10.2009).
In case of request by post, please enclose a self-addressed envelop (A4 size, 21 cm X 30 cm) affixed with postage stamps of Rs. 25/- .
Candidates intending to apply for more than one program should use separate application form for each program with appropriate enclosures.
Fill-in the application form completely. Incomplete application form will be rejected.
The application form can either be typed or hand-written.
Send only attested copies of all supporting documents (mark sheets, certificates, age
proof, caste certificate, etc.)
Enclose two letters of reference.
Enclose a demand draft of Rs. 500/‐ for candidates in General/OBC/PD and Rs. 250/‐
Candidates who meet minimum educational qualifications and satisfy additional criteria as
set by the departments will be called for interview by the selection committee.
Based on the academic record and the performance of the candidates in the interview, the
department selection committee will recommend candidates to the Chairman Academic
Council for admission to the Ph.D. program.
Submission deadline: 10.11.2009
Important Info:
Visit NISER website for more information, forms, applications etc
About the course:
The students will be required to take 6 courses (or more depending on counseling). They will also be required to take qualifying written and oral comprehensive tests and candidacy examinations before submitting the thesis. The thesis will be examined by external reviewers. It has to be publicly defended and then candidate will be declared successful before award of the Ph.D. Degree.
Please contact:
NISER
Administrative Officer
Academic Section
National Institute of Science Education and Research
Institute of Physics Campus
P.O. Sainik School
Bhubaneswar - 751005
Website Details: http://niser.ac.in/
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BHUBANESWAR
Applications are invited from Indian citizens for admission to Ph.D. Program scheduled to commence from December 2009
Who Can Apply?
Age: Not more than 28 years on December 01, 2009 (Born on/after December 01, 1981)
Stream Minimum Educational Qualifications
Biological Sciences
55% in Masters in any branches of Biology, life sciences
and bioinformatics. People with masters in any branches
of natural and computer sciences with interest in pursuing
career in biology.
Chemical Sciences
55% in M. Sc. Or equivalent degree in Chemistry/
Biochemistry/Material Science
Mathematical Sciences
55% in M. Sc. or equivalent degree in Mathematics
Physical Sciences
55% in M. Sc. or equivalent degree in Physics/Chemistry/ Mathematical Physics or equivalent degree in Engineering EE/ME
Candidates should have qualified the CSIR-NET/GATE/JEST/NBHM or equivalent
examination valid for the current year in the relevant area of research. UGC-CSIR JRF
qualified candidates can avail the fellowship directly from UGC or CSIR, whereas, students
selected for Ph.D. program based on GATE/JEST scores, are eligible for financial aid
(Assistantship / Scholarship) from NISER, Bhubaneswar at par with CSIR fellowship.
Research Areas
Research areas in the following schools of basic sciences at NISER Bhubaneswar:
1. School of Biological Sciences
2. School of Chemical Sciences
3. School of Mathematical Sciences
4. School of Physical Sciences
Stipend: According to NISER and CSIR
Applications and Selection procedures :
The application form is available free of cost and can be downloaded from NISER website.
Else, the form can be obtained by post, or in person, from the academic section, NISER
Bhubaneswar, see below for postal address (before 30.10.2009).
In case of request by post, please enclose a self-addressed envelop (A4 size, 21 cm X 30 cm) affixed with postage stamps of Rs. 25/- .
Candidates intending to apply for more than one program should use separate application form for each program with appropriate enclosures.
Fill-in the application form completely. Incomplete application form will be rejected.
The application form can either be typed or hand-written.
Send only attested copies of all supporting documents (mark sheets, certificates, age
proof, caste certificate, etc.)
Enclose two letters of reference.
Enclose a demand draft of Rs. 500/‐ for candidates in General/OBC/PD and Rs. 250/‐
Candidates who meet minimum educational qualifications and satisfy additional criteria as
set by the departments will be called for interview by the selection committee.
Based on the academic record and the performance of the candidates in the interview, the
department selection committee will recommend candidates to the Chairman Academic
Council for admission to the Ph.D. program.
Submission deadline: 10.11.2009
Important Info:
Visit NISER website for more information, forms, applications etc
About the course:
The students will be required to take 6 courses (or more depending on counseling). They will also be required to take qualifying written and oral comprehensive tests and candidacy examinations before submitting the thesis. The thesis will be examined by external reviewers. It has to be publicly defended and then candidate will be declared successful before award of the Ph.D. Degree.
Please contact:
NISER
Administrative Officer
Academic Section
National Institute of Science Education and Research
Institute of Physics Campus
P.O. Sainik School
Bhubaneswar - 751005
Website Details: http://niser.ac.in/
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Notification:Mid Term PhD admissions at IISC Bangalore
Indian Institute of Science (IISc) invites applications for the Mid-Year Admissions- 2009-2010, for admission to the Ph.D Program only.
Selection Procedure(Who can Apply?)
Selection of candidates for admission to Ph.D program is by an interview to be held at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, during the period 25-27th November 2009.
Short-listing for interview:
• Candidates with ME/M Tech or an equivalent degree will be short –listed based on their academic performance including GATE; or CSIR-UGC NET for JRF; or UGC NET for JRF or IISc Entrance Test.
• Candidates with BE/B Tech / M Sc or an equivalent degree should have qualified in any one of the test given below (a to d). They will be short-listed based on their performance in the qualifying test.
a) Entrance Test held on 26th April 2009 (who had been called for interview for August 2009 admission based on the IISc Entrance Test)
b) GATE 2008 and 2009 (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering)
c) Joint CSIR-UGC NET for JRF (with a valid certificate)
(Please note that CSIR-UGC NET for Lecturership is NOT considered as the qualifying test for admission to research programs).
d) UGC NET for JRF (with a valid certificate)
(Please note that UGC NET for Lecturership is NOT considered as the qualifying test for admission to research programs).
• Candidates with BE/B.Tech/M.Sc or equivalent degree who may not have qualified in any of the above mentioned National Entrance Tests will also be considered for the Ph.D Program in Engineering. Short listing for interview of such candidates is based on their academic performance in the qualifying degree (upto 3rd year in BE/B Tech, or 1st year in M Sc), and their performance in 10th and 12th /PUC examinations.
For eligible qualification and area of research, please refer to respective departments in the Admission Brochure / on the website.
Area of Research(Admiting Departments):
Aerospace Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Computer Science & Automation
Civil Engineering
Centre for Product Design & Manufacturing
Electrical Communication Engineering
Electronics Design & Technology
Electrical Engineering
Instrumentation
Mechanical Engineering
Materials Engineering
Supercomputer Education & Research Centre
Inorganic & Physical Chemistry
Centre for Earth Sciences
Fellowship/Stipend/Salaray: As Per IISc
How and Where?
Information Brochure and Application form can be obtained :
(1) from the Deputy Registrar (Academic), Admissions Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore – 560012, by
sending a Demand Draft for Rs.700/- (for SC/ST candidates Rs.350/-) drawn in favour of the Registrar, Indian Institute
of Science, Bangalore-560012.
OR
(2) Application form is also available in pdf form which can be downloaded. You have to submit the application form along with a Demand Draft for Rs.500/- (for SC/ST candidates Rs.250/-) drawn in favour of the
Registrar,
Indian Institute of Science,
Bangalore-560012.
Submission deadline: 9th November 2009
Interview Date:25-27th November 2009
Please contact:Indian Institute of Science,
Bangalore-560012.
Website Details: http://www.iisc.ernet.in/admissions/index.htm
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Selection Procedure(Who can Apply?)
Selection of candidates for admission to Ph.D program is by an interview to be held at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, during the period 25-27th November 2009.
Short-listing for interview:
• Candidates with ME/M Tech or an equivalent degree will be short –listed based on their academic performance including GATE; or CSIR-UGC NET for JRF; or UGC NET for JRF or IISc Entrance Test.
• Candidates with BE/B Tech / M Sc or an equivalent degree should have qualified in any one of the test given below (a to d). They will be short-listed based on their performance in the qualifying test.
a) Entrance Test held on 26th April 2009 (who had been called for interview for August 2009 admission based on the IISc Entrance Test)
b) GATE 2008 and 2009 (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering)
c) Joint CSIR-UGC NET for JRF (with a valid certificate)
(Please note that CSIR-UGC NET for Lecturership is NOT considered as the qualifying test for admission to research programs).
d) UGC NET for JRF (with a valid certificate)
(Please note that UGC NET for Lecturership is NOT considered as the qualifying test for admission to research programs).
• Candidates with BE/B.Tech/M.Sc or equivalent degree who may not have qualified in any of the above mentioned National Entrance Tests will also be considered for the Ph.D Program in Engineering. Short listing for interview of such candidates is based on their academic performance in the qualifying degree (upto 3rd year in BE/B Tech, or 1st year in M Sc), and their performance in 10th and 12th /PUC examinations.
For eligible qualification and area of research, please refer to respective departments in the Admission Brochure / on the website.
Area of Research(Admiting Departments):
Aerospace Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Computer Science & Automation
Civil Engineering
Centre for Product Design & Manufacturing
Electrical Communication Engineering
Electronics Design & Technology
Electrical Engineering
Instrumentation
Mechanical Engineering
Materials Engineering
Supercomputer Education & Research Centre
Inorganic & Physical Chemistry
Centre for Earth Sciences
Fellowship/Stipend/Salaray: As Per IISc
How and Where?
Information Brochure and Application form can be obtained :
(1) from the Deputy Registrar (Academic), Admissions Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore – 560012, by
sending a Demand Draft for Rs.700/- (for SC/ST candidates Rs.350/-) drawn in favour of the Registrar, Indian Institute
of Science, Bangalore-560012.
OR
(2) Application form is also available in pdf form which can be downloaded. You have to submit the application form along with a Demand Draft for Rs.500/- (for SC/ST candidates Rs.250/-) drawn in favour of the
Registrar,
Indian Institute of Science,
Bangalore-560012.
Submission deadline: 9th November 2009
Interview Date:25-27th November 2009
Please contact:Indian Institute of Science,
Bangalore-560012.
Website Details: http://www.iisc.ernet.in/admissions/index.htm
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Websites :A netcast about Viruses
In continiuation with the current post series Indi Proff is starting off with a new series, Websites. This section mainly involves the most interesting research oriented or informative or resourceful websites on the net. So dont wait... just check them out and also do come back to Indi Proff after surfing them through :)
What we got today ... A website(actually a wordpress blog) which is all about viruses. This is hosted by two Columbia University Professors Vincent Racaniello & Dick Despommier.
TWiV which mean This Week in Virology contains interesting updates, discussions and videos on Viruses. The way the things are represented across the site creates enthusiasm and makes them to get involved in the the subject of Viruses.
All the details and the content are very relavent to the present times(like details on H1N1, AIDS etc).
The website is carried out by keeping a Layman's point of view in Mind.
So if you want to check out in detail kindly surf through http://www.twiv.in/
(the website address is provided by Madhuri Subbaih who is a frequent visitor of Indi Proff. Indi Proff thanks her)
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What we got today ... A website(actually a wordpress blog) which is all about viruses. This is hosted by two Columbia University Professors Vincent Racaniello & Dick Despommier.
TWiV which mean This Week in Virology contains interesting updates, discussions and videos on Viruses. The way the things are represented across the site creates enthusiasm and makes them to get involved in the the subject of Viruses.
All the details and the content are very relavent to the present times(like details on H1N1, AIDS etc).
The website is carried out by keeping a Layman's point of view in Mind.
So if you want to check out in detail kindly surf through http://www.twiv.in/
(the website address is provided by Madhuri Subbaih who is a frequent visitor of Indi Proff. Indi Proff thanks her)
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Notification: Ph.D 2010 admission at National Institute of Immunology ,New Delhi
Who Can Apply?
M.Sc. in any branch of Science (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics) or M.Tech. or M.B.B.S. or M.V.Sc. or M.Pharm. or equivalent qualification recognized by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, is required.First Division or equivalent grade or at least 60% of aggregate scores in all major examinations from Senior Secondary Certificate (10+2) onwards is required. Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination this year may also apply; they will be admitted provisionally pending satisfactory fulfillment of the above requirements at the time of joining. Reservations are as per statutory norms.
Research Areas
National Institute of Immunology (NII) invites applications for its Ph.D. programme. Cutting-edge research at the Institute encompasses broad interdisciplinary areas -
1) Chemical Biology
2) Genetics & Cell Signaling
3) Immunity & Infection
4) Molecular & Cellular Biology
5) Reproduction & Development
6) Structural & Computational Biology.
Stipend: Fellowshipstipend of 12000/14000 p.m depending on the qualification.
How and Where?(selection procedures)
1. Candidates fulfilling minimum requirements will be invited for a written qualifying test at their own expenses on February 13, 2010 at any of the following four centers - Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Delhi, & Kolkata. The Institute shall try to accommodate the choice of centers indicated by the candidate. However, in case of non-availability of a seat at the centers chosen by the candidate, the candidate shall be required to appear for the written qualifying test at the centre allotted by the Institute.
2. The written test is aimed at evaluating abilities to comprehend, analyse and reason. Therefore, the examination is General Aptitude Test & no separate syllabus is prescribed.
3. The results of the written test along with the details of the interviews shall be available on the website of the Institute as well as on the Notice Board of the Institute on February 22, 2010.
4.Interviews will be held at National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi from June 3-6, 2010. The Interviews will be held in two stages. The candidates will be short-listed for the final interview based on their performance in the first interview. Final interview will be held in the last two days.
Submission deadline: Before 30th Nov,2009
Important Info:
The selected candidates would be paid second class train fare for joining the Ph.D. programme on providing the proof of journey.
Candidates selected after the interviews will be enrolled for the Ph.D. programme of NII in academic affiliation with JNU, New Delhi.
Please check NII website for ONLINE SUBIMISSION OF APPLICATION
Please contact:
National Institute of Immunology
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg,
New Delhi-110 067
Website Details: http://www.nii.res.in/
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M.Sc. in any branch of Science (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics) or M.Tech. or M.B.B.S. or M.V.Sc. or M.Pharm. or equivalent qualification recognized by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, is required.First Division or equivalent grade or at least 60% of aggregate scores in all major examinations from Senior Secondary Certificate (10+2) onwards is required. Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination this year may also apply; they will be admitted provisionally pending satisfactory fulfillment of the above requirements at the time of joining. Reservations are as per statutory norms.
Research Areas
National Institute of Immunology (NII) invites applications for its Ph.D. programme. Cutting-edge research at the Institute encompasses broad interdisciplinary areas -
1) Chemical Biology
2) Genetics & Cell Signaling
3) Immunity & Infection
4) Molecular & Cellular Biology
5) Reproduction & Development
6) Structural & Computational Biology.
Stipend: Fellowshipstipend of 12000/14000 p.m depending on the qualification.
How and Where?(selection procedures)
1. Candidates fulfilling minimum requirements will be invited for a written qualifying test at their own expenses on February 13, 2010 at any of the following four centers - Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Delhi, & Kolkata. The Institute shall try to accommodate the choice of centers indicated by the candidate. However, in case of non-availability of a seat at the centers chosen by the candidate, the candidate shall be required to appear for the written qualifying test at the centre allotted by the Institute.
2. The written test is aimed at evaluating abilities to comprehend, analyse and reason. Therefore, the examination is General Aptitude Test & no separate syllabus is prescribed.
3. The results of the written test along with the details of the interviews shall be available on the website of the Institute as well as on the Notice Board of the Institute on February 22, 2010.
4.Interviews will be held at National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi from June 3-6, 2010. The Interviews will be held in two stages. The candidates will be short-listed for the final interview based on their performance in the first interview. Final interview will be held in the last two days.
Submission deadline: Before 30th Nov,2009
Important Info:
The selected candidates would be paid second class train fare for joining the Ph.D. programme on providing the proof of journey.
Candidates selected after the interviews will be enrolled for the Ph.D. programme of NII in academic affiliation with JNU, New Delhi.
Please check NII website for ONLINE SUBIMISSION OF APPLICATION
Please contact:
National Institute of Immunology
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg,
New Delhi-110 067
Website Details: http://www.nii.res.in/
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Notification: PhD oppurtunity at NCL, Pune
Who Can Apply?
Applications are invited from candidates who are holding M.Sc. degree or equivalent in all branches of Science and have qualified in CSIR-NET under CSIR/UGC fellowship scheme or DBT/ICMR JRF examination scheme or BioInformatics National Certification (BINC)Examination, for admission to the Ph.D. programme.
Area of Research :
• Agricultural Biotechnology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Bioorganic Chemistry
• Catalysis
•Chaos Theory and Turbulence
• Chemistry of Materials including Nanomaterials
• Complex Fluids and Polymer Engineering
• Energy Technology • Fluid Modeling and Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Green Chemistry
• Mathematical & System Biology
• Microbial and Mammalian Cell Culture
• Molecular Host-pathogene Interactions
• Molecular Marker Technology
• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Organic Chemistry
• Plant Tissue Culture
• Polymer Science
• Process Design Modeling and Simulation
• Reaction Engineering
• Separation Science
• Structure-function and Crystallography of Biomolecules
• Theoretical Chemistry and Computational Science
The research groups are supported by several high quality resource centers e.g. High Performance Computing facilities, Center for Materials Characterization, Central NMR facility, Catalyst Pilot Plant, Combi-chem-bio Resource Center and Digital Information Resource Center.
NCL has an active research program leading to Ph.D. degree in all the above mentioned areas. It provides a stimulating atmosphere, which fosters creativity and encourages innovative thinking and research. Various awards including travel grant to attend conferences abroad are provided to Ph.D. students. Additional incentives will be available for interdisciplinary research.
Employment:
Fellowship/Stipend/Salaray:
The selected JRFs will be eligible for a stipend of Rs.12,000/- p.m. + House Rent Allowance (HRA) as admissible under rules and a Contingency grant of Rs.20,000/- per annum. On completion of two years, JRFs could be upgraded to Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) on assessment which will enable them to get Rs.14,000/- p.m. The total tenure including the fellowship period shall not exceed 5 years.
When and Where?
Candidates who fulfill the above requirements may kindly send their applications in the prescribed proforma addressed to the
Section Officer,
Student Academic Office,
Room No.264, 1st Floor,
National Chemical Laboratory,
Pune 411 008,
along with copies of testimonials in support of educational qualifications and CSIR-NET award letter issued by CSIR or DBT/ICMR JRF qualification letter duly superscribed “Application for Ph.D. Programme”. The proforma may be downloaded from :
http://www.ncl-india.org/ncljobs/managejobs.jsp
Last date for receipt of application is Tuesday, 8th December, 2009. The interviews will be held on 9th and 10th December 2009 at NCL in the Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Main Building. Please report at 9.00 a.m. on 9th December, 2009.
Please note that the candidates, who fulfill the above criteria of eligibility, may directly appear for the interview at NCL on Wednesday 9th December, 2009 and Thursday 10th December 2009. However, submission of application form is mandatory. Merit list for different disciplines will be announced after the interviews i.e. on 10th, December 2009 itself.
Submission deadline: 8th December 2009
Important Info:
You may consider staying back in Pune for two to three days more after the interview, so that in the event of your selection, you may complete the counseling and selection of research guides.
In case it is not possible for you to stay back, your placement will be made as per the option of research guides to be exercised by you during the interview.
Kindly note that no TA/DA, will be paid to you for attending the interview and completing the counseling and that NO further communication e.g. call letter will be issued for interview, separately.
Please also note that the candidates, who have passed NET examination under Lecturer category are NOT eligible.
Please contact:
Section Officer,
Student Academic Office,
Room No.264, 1st Floor,
National Chemical Laboratory,
Pune 411 008,
Website Details: www.ncl-india.org
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Applications are invited from candidates who are holding M.Sc. degree or equivalent in all branches of Science and have qualified in CSIR-NET under CSIR/UGC fellowship scheme or DBT/ICMR JRF examination scheme or BioInformatics National Certification (BINC)Examination, for admission to the Ph.D. programme.
Area of Research :
• Agricultural Biotechnology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Bioorganic Chemistry
• Catalysis
•Chaos Theory and Turbulence
• Chemistry of Materials including Nanomaterials
• Complex Fluids and Polymer Engineering
• Energy Technology • Fluid Modeling and Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Green Chemistry
• Mathematical & System Biology
• Microbial and Mammalian Cell Culture
• Molecular Host-pathogene Interactions
• Molecular Marker Technology
• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Organic Chemistry
• Plant Tissue Culture
• Polymer Science
• Process Design Modeling and Simulation
• Reaction Engineering
• Separation Science
• Structure-function and Crystallography of Biomolecules
• Theoretical Chemistry and Computational Science
The research groups are supported by several high quality resource centers e.g. High Performance Computing facilities, Center for Materials Characterization, Central NMR facility, Catalyst Pilot Plant, Combi-chem-bio Resource Center and Digital Information Resource Center.
NCL has an active research program leading to Ph.D. degree in all the above mentioned areas. It provides a stimulating atmosphere, which fosters creativity and encourages innovative thinking and research. Various awards including travel grant to attend conferences abroad are provided to Ph.D. students. Additional incentives will be available for interdisciplinary research.
Employment:
Fellowship/Stipend/Salaray:
The selected JRFs will be eligible for a stipend of Rs.12,000/- p.m. + House Rent Allowance (HRA) as admissible under rules and a Contingency grant of Rs.20,000/- per annum. On completion of two years, JRFs could be upgraded to Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) on assessment which will enable them to get Rs.14,000/- p.m. The total tenure including the fellowship period shall not exceed 5 years.
When and Where?
Candidates who fulfill the above requirements may kindly send their applications in the prescribed proforma addressed to the
Section Officer,
Student Academic Office,
Room No.264, 1st Floor,
National Chemical Laboratory,
Pune 411 008,
along with copies of testimonials in support of educational qualifications and CSIR-NET award letter issued by CSIR or DBT/ICMR JRF qualification letter duly superscribed “Application for Ph.D. Programme”. The proforma may be downloaded from :
http://www.ncl-india.org/ncljobs/managejobs.jsp
Last date for receipt of application is Tuesday, 8th December, 2009. The interviews will be held on 9th and 10th December 2009 at NCL in the Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Main Building. Please report at 9.00 a.m. on 9th December, 2009.
Please note that the candidates, who fulfill the above criteria of eligibility, may directly appear for the interview at NCL on Wednesday 9th December, 2009 and Thursday 10th December 2009. However, submission of application form is mandatory. Merit list for different disciplines will be announced after the interviews i.e. on 10th, December 2009 itself.
Submission deadline: 8th December 2009
Important Info:
You may consider staying back in Pune for two to three days more after the interview, so that in the event of your selection, you may complete the counseling and selection of research guides.
In case it is not possible for you to stay back, your placement will be made as per the option of research guides to be exercised by you during the interview.
Kindly note that no TA/DA, will be paid to you for attending the interview and completing the counseling and that NO further communication e.g. call letter will be issued for interview, separately.
Please also note that the candidates, who have passed NET examination under Lecturer category are NOT eligible.
Please contact:
Section Officer,
Student Academic Office,
Room No.264, 1st Floor,
National Chemical Laboratory,
Pune 411 008,
Website Details: www.ncl-india.org
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Indi Proff's Education: Basics about Stem Cells
Stem cells are the basic cells from which any cell produced or reproduced according to the need of the organism.( If I say stem cell then I am pointing out specifically of the advanced and developed creatures like Humans, Mice, monkeys etc). These are term stem cell because from these cells almost all the cells can be dervied or obtained. They are basically of no use and are called blank cells ,unless and until there is a specific function assigned to them. Since our body is a product of a single cell or let us say the building blocks we constitute are cells, scientist and researchers are highly concentrating on the mother cells which are nothing but the Stem cells.
Below is a good description of stem cells....
Want to watch some recent political changes on Stem Cell Research then you need to refer to President Obama's Speech on Stem Cell research.......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Gs39k0IxZ0
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Below is a good description of stem cells....
Watch this video for more simpler explanation.....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61Xmvx4fq7E
Want to watch some recent political changes on Stem Cell Research then you need to refer to President Obama's Speech on Stem Cell research.......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Gs39k0IxZ0
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Interview by Arvind Paranjpye,IUCAA,Pune:How to Become an Astronomer ? (Careers in Astronomy and Astrophysics)
This is the most memorable post in Indi Proff's history, becoz we have a very special guest interview.
This interview is from an elite Astronomy Scientist Arvind Paranjpye , who is a current faculty at Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune.
(Arvind Paranjype is currently Officer for Science Popularization and permanent member of Public Outreach Programs Committee of IUCAA. He has published ten scientific papers and given talks at national and international meetings in India, Japan and Iran.He has been running columns on sky watching and astronomy Q&A for the Times of India, Loksatta and Tarun Bharat and written large number of articles in Marathi and English.He was awarded Astronomical Society of India Medal for discovery of an asteroid.)
" Indi Proff" thanks "Arvind Paranjpye" sir for his valuable interview and the oppurtunity to publish it.
Before we go ahead with his interview a small foreground on Astronomy....
Astronomy is one of the most enthusiastic and admirable field of science. Every human’s favorite childhood topic is sky gazing, extra terrestrial life, space, stars and Earth. Everyone once in a life time would have dreamt of becoming an astronomer and thought of finding extra-terrestrial life. We even follow very seriously and enthusiastically the serials on UFO (unidentified objects) pictured by TV media. Such an interesting subject like this is well nurtured and encouraged by famous Indian scientists, Academicians, Scientific institutes to take up as a career.
Please find below the interview & write up from our Scientist: How to become an Astronomer?(Career in A & A)
1. How and where can one start a career in A & A?
Careers in Astronomy & Astrophysics (A&A) can be broadly divided as Theoretical or Observational. Theoretical research career in A & A typically involves doing a Masters in physics, or Bachelors in Engineering or Technology with thorough basic knowledge in physics and mathematics, joining a suitable institution or university for a Ph.D. programme in A & A, following it up with postdoctoral positions and - finally - obtaining a permanent job.
Leading institutes in India offering Academic programs in Astronomy and Astrophysics are...
Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore (IIA),
IndianInstitute of Science, Bangalore (IISc),
Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Pune (IUCAA),
Physical Research Laboratory, Ahamedabad (PRL),
Raman Research Institute, Bangalore (RRI) and
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai (TIFR)
National center for Radio Astronomy ,Pune
Harish-Chandra Research Institute, Allahbad (HRI) and
The Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Chennai (IMSc)
(last two institutes have graduate students programmes in A & A leading to a Ph.D).
Also we have IIT’s to add to the list.
On the observational side, the scope is somewhat wider because students with engineering degree (or knowledge of computer systems and electronics) are also encouraged to apply for the graduate student's programme in many of the above places. For example, IUCAA takes B.E. and B.Tech students for its graduate school and allows them to do a M.Sc. by research prior to a Ph.D.The scope for experimental astronomy in this country is somewhat limited compared to theoritical, but this situation is likely to change within the next 5 years or so.
2. What qualities one should posses to carry out a career in Astronomy and Astrophysics
The key point to remember is that A & A is a branch of physics and you need to have a strong foundation in physics and mathematics in order to have a successful career in A & A.
Most of the graduate school programs in the leading institutions expect you to be good at physics and mathematics with an aptitude and motivation to do research.The latter is difficult to define but essentially it involves an ability to apply your basic knowledge to unfamiliar areas and come out with logically consistent conclusions. In short, you should be able to think on your own and should be confident in using the basic principles of physics and the techniques of mathematics which you have learnt in any area.
Some entrance exams for this subject
Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST) for Ph.D. Programs in Physics / Mathematics / Theoretical Computer Science
3. Job prospects in A & A
As mentioned, one would look for a regular job after one or two post doctoral fellowships. By this time one would have known the possible openings for him or her in both India and abroad. However, any academic institute would look for a bright young person so if one has done a good then there would be plenty of opportunities.
4. Difference between Astronomer and Astronaut
Astronomer is a person who studies the Heavenly Bodies where as astronaut is the one who takes space travel. For an astronaut a basic knowledge of astronomy is sufficient.Presently only USA has on going programme that requires astronauts.
5. Satisfaction in this career at the end of the day
If one is deeply interested in finding the secrets of nature, any scientific career is highly satisfying and rewarding. From the practical point of view, the pay packets and other facilities offered to an astronomer is of good standard, right from the joining an organization, with opportunities to work in a good environment and even travel abroad.
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(some of the data is obtained from IUCAA's public outreach website page with proper permissions)
This interview is from an elite Astronomy Scientist Arvind Paranjpye , who is a current faculty at Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune.
(Arvind Paranjype is currently Officer for Science Popularization and permanent member of Public Outreach Programs Committee of IUCAA. He has published ten scientific papers and given talks at national and international meetings in India, Japan and Iran.He has been running columns on sky watching and astronomy Q&A for the Times of India, Loksatta and Tarun Bharat and written large number of articles in Marathi and English.He was awarded Astronomical Society of India Medal for discovery of an asteroid.)
" Indi Proff" thanks "Arvind Paranjpye" sir for his valuable interview and the oppurtunity to publish it.
Before we go ahead with his interview a small foreground on Astronomy....
Astronomy is one of the most enthusiastic and admirable field of science. Every human’s favorite childhood topic is sky gazing, extra terrestrial life, space, stars and Earth. Everyone once in a life time would have dreamt of becoming an astronomer and thought of finding extra-terrestrial life. We even follow very seriously and enthusiastically the serials on UFO (unidentified objects) pictured by TV media. Such an interesting subject like this is well nurtured and encouraged by famous Indian scientists, Academicians, Scientific institutes to take up as a career.
Please find below the interview & write up from our Scientist: How to become an Astronomer?(Career in A & A)
1. How and where can one start a career in A & A?
Careers in Astronomy & Astrophysics (A&A) can be broadly divided as Theoretical or Observational. Theoretical research career in A & A typically involves doing a Masters in physics, or Bachelors in Engineering or Technology with thorough basic knowledge in physics and mathematics, joining a suitable institution or university for a Ph.D. programme in A & A, following it up with postdoctoral positions and - finally - obtaining a permanent job.
Leading institutes in India offering Academic programs in Astronomy and Astrophysics are...
Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore (IIA),
IndianInstitute of Science, Bangalore (IISc),
Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Pune (IUCAA),
Physical Research Laboratory, Ahamedabad (PRL),
Raman Research Institute, Bangalore (RRI) and
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai (TIFR)
National center for Radio Astronomy ,Pune
Harish-Chandra Research Institute, Allahbad (HRI) and
The Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Chennai (IMSc)
(last two institutes have graduate students programmes in A & A leading to a Ph.D).
Also we have IIT’s to add to the list.
On the observational side, the scope is somewhat wider because students with engineering degree (or knowledge of computer systems and electronics) are also encouraged to apply for the graduate student's programme in many of the above places. For example, IUCAA takes B.E. and B.Tech students for its graduate school and allows them to do a M.Sc. by research prior to a Ph.D.The scope for experimental astronomy in this country is somewhat limited compared to theoritical, but this situation is likely to change within the next 5 years or so.
2. What qualities one should posses to carry out a career in Astronomy and Astrophysics
The key point to remember is that A & A is a branch of physics and you need to have a strong foundation in physics and mathematics in order to have a successful career in A & A.
Most of the graduate school programs in the leading institutions expect you to be good at physics and mathematics with an aptitude and motivation to do research.The latter is difficult to define but essentially it involves an ability to apply your basic knowledge to unfamiliar areas and come out with logically consistent conclusions. In short, you should be able to think on your own and should be confident in using the basic principles of physics and the techniques of mathematics which you have learnt in any area.
Some entrance exams for this subject
Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST) for Ph.D. Programs in Physics / Mathematics / Theoretical Computer Science
3. Job prospects in A & A
As mentioned, one would look for a regular job after one or two post doctoral fellowships. By this time one would have known the possible openings for him or her in both India and abroad. However, any academic institute would look for a bright young person so if one has done a good then there would be plenty of opportunities.
4. Difference between Astronomer and Astronaut
Astronomer is a person who studies the Heavenly Bodies where as astronaut is the one who takes space travel. For an astronaut a basic knowledge of astronomy is sufficient.Presently only USA has on going programme that requires astronauts.
5. Satisfaction in this career at the end of the day
If one is deeply interested in finding the secrets of nature, any scientific career is highly satisfying and rewarding. From the practical point of view, the pay packets and other facilities offered to an astronomer is of good standard, right from the joining an organization, with opportunities to work in a good environment and even travel abroad.
Indi Proff
http://indiproff.blogspot.com/
http://junctiont.blogspot.com/
(some of the data is obtained from IUCAA's public outreach website page with proper permissions)
What you can do in Bachelors and Masters :Summer Training-4
Here is the last post on Summer training for What you can do in Bachelors and Masters series
Summer institutes which provide training without stipend but for free of cost.
To be frank many govt research institutes under different departments(like DST,DBT, ICMR, ICAR, DOD,CSIR) conduct summer training programs. Notification of which can be seen from August to January every year.
I tried to get hold of few institutes...find below
1. Centre for cellular and Molecular biology
2. Indian Institute of sciences
3. Narional center for biological sciences
4.IIT’s
5. Central Food Technological Research Institute
6.CSIR institutes(like NIO,CDRI)
7. Rajiv Gandhi Center for Biotechnology
8. Saha institute
9. Bose institute
10. Raman Research Institute
11. Any State Universities
12. Inter University Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics
13. BARC
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Summer institutes which provide training without stipend but for free of cost.
To be frank many govt research institutes under different departments(like DST,DBT, ICMR, ICAR, DOD,CSIR) conduct summer training programs. Notification of which can be seen from August to January every year.
I tried to get hold of few institutes...find below
1. Centre for cellular and Molecular biology
2. Indian Institute of sciences
3. Narional center for biological sciences
4.IIT’s
5. Central Food Technological Research Institute
6.CSIR institutes(like NIO,CDRI)
7. Rajiv Gandhi Center for Biotechnology
8. Saha institute
9. Bose institute
10. Raman Research Institute
11. Any State Universities
12. Inter University Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics
13. BARC
14. Regional research institutes
15. Indian Institute for scientific educaiton and research(IISER's)
17. Summer trainings are not pertained to a particular branch of science....it can be availed by all the engg students with any subject...just you need to search the right institutes and your area of interest.
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List of Department of Earth Science and Ocean Technology Institutes and Organizations
Today we have a very interesting section of institues.. the institutes under Department of Earth Sciences & Ocean Technology.Actually topics related to Marine,sea, ocean,earth sciences, weather, climatic changes, earthquakes,tsunami's, cyclones etc brings a sort of enthusiasm and interest in us.Might be because they are uncertain and unpredicable.
But they are vast as a field and give a vast scope for research and development.
Many novel technologies and solutions for mankind are hidden inside these seas and oceans.Let us all hope that many more young Indian Citizens will carry out research in these interesting areas of science and technology.
Following are the list of institutes under this department (all the marine, ocean sciences donot come under this department ,some institutes like NIO (CSIR) ,CMFRI (ICAR) etc belong to other departments.)
1. National institute of ocean technology (http://www.niot.res.in/)
NIOT Campus, Velachery – Tambaram Main Road,
Narayanapuram, Pallikaranai,
Chennai – 600 100, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.
2. Integrated Coastal and Marine Area Management Project Directorate http://www.icmam.gov.in/
2nd floor, NIOT Campus, Velachery – Tambaram Main Road,
Narayanapuram, Pallikaranai,
Chennai – 600 100, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.
3. Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), http://www.incos.gov.in/ "Ocean Valley",P.B No.21,IDA Jeedimetla P.O,Hyderabad - 500 055, India.
General Nos.Telephone: +91-40-23895000
(Office Hours: 9 am-5:30 pm)+91-40-23895002 (24 hrs)
Fax: +91-40-23892910
4. The National Centre for Antarctic & Ocean Research (NCAOR) http://www.ncaor.nic.in/
Headland Sada, Vasco-da-Gama, Goa 403 804,
IndiaTel: 0091-(0)832-2525600/601Fax: 0091-(0)832-2520877
E-Mail: director@ncaor.org, info@ncaor.org
5. Center for Marine Living Resources and Ecology http://www.cmlre.gov.in/
CMLRE, 6th Floor,
C-Block, Kendriya BhavanP.B. No. 5415,
CSEZ P.O., Kochi - 682 037
6. National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting http://www.ncmrwf.gov.in/
A-50, Institutional Area,
Phase-II Sector-62,
NOIDA, UP,
Pin: 201 307 Phone: 91-120-2403900-07
Fax: 91-120-2400062,2403611
7. Indian Meteorological Department http://www.imd.gov.in/
Mausam Bhawan,Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003
8. Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology http://www.tropmet.res.in/
Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pashan,
Pune 411 008 Maharashtra
India
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But they are vast as a field and give a vast scope for research and development.
Many novel technologies and solutions for mankind are hidden inside these seas and oceans.Let us all hope that many more young Indian Citizens will carry out research in these interesting areas of science and technology.
Following are the list of institutes under this department (all the marine, ocean sciences donot come under this department ,some institutes like NIO (CSIR) ,CMFRI (ICAR) etc belong to other departments.)
1. National institute of ocean technology (http://www.niot.res.in/)
NIOT Campus, Velachery – Tambaram Main Road,
Narayanapuram, Pallikaranai,
Chennai – 600 100, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.
2. Integrated Coastal and Marine Area Management Project Directorate http://www.icmam.gov.in/
2nd floor, NIOT Campus, Velachery – Tambaram Main Road,
Narayanapuram, Pallikaranai,
Chennai – 600 100, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.
3. Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), http://www.incos.gov.in/ "Ocean Valley",P.B No.21,IDA Jeedimetla P.O,Hyderabad - 500 055, India.
General Nos.Telephone: +91-40-23895000
(Office Hours: 9 am-5:30 pm)+91-40-23895002 (24 hrs)
Fax: +91-40-23892910
4. The National Centre for Antarctic & Ocean Research (NCAOR) http://www.ncaor.nic.in/
Headland Sada, Vasco-da-Gama, Goa 403 804,
IndiaTel: 0091-(0)832-2525600/601Fax: 0091-(0)832-2520877
E-Mail: director@ncaor.org, info@ncaor.org
5. Center for Marine Living Resources and Ecology http://www.cmlre.gov.in/
CMLRE, 6th Floor,
C-Block, Kendriya BhavanP.B. No. 5415,
CSEZ P.O., Kochi - 682 037
6. National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting http://www.ncmrwf.gov.in/
A-50, Institutional Area,
Phase-II Sector-62,
NOIDA, UP,
Pin: 201 307 Phone: 91-120-2403900-07
Fax: 91-120-2400062,2403611
7. Indian Meteorological Department http://www.imd.gov.in/
Mausam Bhawan,Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003
8. Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology http://www.tropmet.res.in/
Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pashan,
Pune 411 008 Maharashtra
India
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What you can do in Bachelors and Masters :Summer Training-3
Today we are going to start with summer training institutes and organizations which provide stipend/scholarship/amount/fund during the training period.
1. Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Bangalore http://www.jncasr.ac.in/
2. Indian Academy of Sciences, Bangalore http://www.ias.ac.in/
3. Tata Institute of Fundemental Research http://www.tifr.res.in/ (visiting students program)
4. International Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi http://www.icgeb.res.in/ (international internship-Italy)
If I find any other I will add to the list. If I have missed any institutes,kindly provide me the details.
thanks.... have a nice day!!!
Indi Proff
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1. Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Bangalore http://www.jncasr.ac.in/
2. Indian Academy of Sciences, Bangalore http://www.ias.ac.in/
3. Tata Institute of Fundemental Research http://www.tifr.res.in/ (visiting students program)
4. International Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi http://www.icgeb.res.in/ (international internship-Italy)
If I find any other I will add to the list. If I have missed any institutes,kindly provide me the details.
thanks.... have a nice day!!!
Indi Proff
http://indiproff.blogspot.com/
http://junctiont.blogspot.com/
What you can do in Bachelors & Masters degree : Summer Training -2
Before I go further with the list of institutes....I want to let you know some important things and tips on Summer Trainings and Internships.
First …Good things …
First …Good things …
1. Students generally carry out Summer trainings between the months of May and August of every year. (Silly me after all it is summer training)
2. For summer training one should be proactive and should apply in their 1st,2nd,3rd,4th years of their bachelor degree between the months of sept-jan of every year.
3. There is no need to pay and carry out summer training program in India unless n until you feel it as worthy. For example if we take top biotech research institute line RGCB,Trivandrum it offers training for selected candidates for which it charges about 10,000 rs which I feel as worth paying. I say no need to pay because there are plenty of research institutes and universities all over India for any field of science and technology. Government encourages scientist and students for summer internships and also allocates certain funds.
4. You are never late for applying, you can even get in the month of April or May but your approach towards the scientist or the institute really matters.
5. Accommodation during training is provided by many institutes, some are exceptional and you need to enquire the scientist or previous trainees.6. Believe me one can get a chance to differentiate between actual research environment and college environment.
Second…. Boring things…
1. You may lose interest in the normal way of college teaching and will be more inclined towards research after summer internship.
2. Some rare chances that you may not like your guide (scientist are referred such) or the research work.
3. One more thing concentrate on the literature first two weeks and try to finalize your research topic
Watch this series for more ....
to be continued......
What you can do in Bachelors & Masters : Summer training-1
Things one can do in study perspective during Bachelors and Masters are many. The opportunities one should surely touch are
1. Summer training As you might be aware from the previous posts, our country is full of research institute in Science and technology. Many institutes are doing active research; some institutes are providing training in different fields of science. These institutes provide opportunities for students to carry out a small project or do some meaningful research over a period of 2- 3 months under a scientist (guide).
Areas of these summer internships are focused on all the branches of science and technology in which active research is taking place. Some of the main subjects are
1. Engineering Sciences,
2. Life sciences,
3. Mathematical sciences,
4. Material sciences and
5. Space sciences.
Students may ask what the advantage for doing summer training is, there are many in fact:
1. Students will get to learn a lot during these internships, like new techniques, new equipment, new methods of experimentation and research approach.
2. Students get to meet different kinds of students from different institutes and regions, meet great scientists. They also get chance to attend exciting seminars and workshops.
3. Access to innumerable literature like research papers, international n national publications, online journal access, institutes PhD works etc.
4. There are chances of getting paper publications (in journals) for your research work carried out in the institutes.
5. Recommendation letter from your guide(if your guide is willing to) for further research, higher
education etc.
Keep watching this series for more……
To be continued…..
by
Indi Proff
http://indiproff.blogspot.com/
http://junctiont.blogspot.com
1. Summer training As you might be aware from the previous posts, our country is full of research institute in Science and technology. Many institutes are doing active research; some institutes are providing training in different fields of science. These institutes provide opportunities for students to carry out a small project or do some meaningful research over a period of 2- 3 months under a scientist (guide).
Areas of these summer internships are focused on all the branches of science and technology in which active research is taking place. Some of the main subjects are
1. Engineering Sciences,
2. Life sciences,
3. Mathematical sciences,
4. Material sciences and
5. Space sciences.
Students may ask what the advantage for doing summer training is, there are many in fact:
1. Students will get to learn a lot during these internships, like new techniques, new equipment, new methods of experimentation and research approach.
2. Students get to meet different kinds of students from different institutes and regions, meet great scientists. They also get chance to attend exciting seminars and workshops.
3. Access to innumerable literature like research papers, international n national publications, online journal access, institutes PhD works etc.
4. There are chances of getting paper publications (in journals) for your research work carried out in the institutes.
5. Recommendation letter from your guide(if your guide is willing to) for further research, higher
education etc.
Keep watching this series for more……
To be continued…..
by
Indi Proff
http://indiproff.blogspot.com/
http://junctiont.blogspot.com
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