BIRAC-Biotechnology Ignition Grant 2012
BIRAC invites proposal under BIG scheme to encourage and support Biotech Entrepreneurs
The Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG) scheme is for potential entrepreneurs from Academia, start-ups or an Incubatee (Researchers, PhDs, Medical degree holders, Biomedical Engg. Graduates) who have an exciting idea which may be in the nascent and planning stage and there is an unmet need for mentorship and initial funding. The Biotechnology Ignition Grant would help to support and nurture these high risk early starters and their concepts.
The aim of BIG scheme is to provide support to entrepreneurs to validate proof of concept and enable creation of spin-offs
Eligibility:
i. Biotechnology start-ups / entrepreneurs OR Incubatee; Students, Academician and Scientists (Research Institute/University/Public, Not for profit Organization, Private funded) with an exciting idea which may be in the nascent and planning stage can apply under this scheme.
ii. The Applicant must be either an Incubatee located in an incubator OR have a registered company with a functional R&D laboratory
iii. If the registered company does not have a functional Laboratory of its own, then it should be incubated in an Incubator which has a functional laboratory.
a. A Company is defined as one which is registered under the lndian Companies Act 1956 and in which more than 51 % of the ownership is held by lndian Citizens (including NRls)
b. Start-up Company is defined as one which is incorporated in the last 3 years.
For more information visit : http://www.birac.nic.in/
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Showing posts with label Biotechnology Research. Show all posts
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
DBT Rapid Grant For Young Investigator 2012
DBT Rapid Grant For Young Investigator 2012
Department of Biotechnology India Rapid Grant For Young Investigator- RGYI 2012
Rapid Grant for Young Investigators fosters creative research in various fields of biotechnology (Medical, Agriculture, Animal Biotech, Environment and Industry etc) to enhance early career development of young investigators below 40 years of age. The programme aims to provide first grant to establish the lab and initiate research in the frontier areas of biotechnology.
Grant applications are invited for innovative research projects from PI/teams of young PI's with interdisciplinary multi-institutional collaboration;holding independent position (and within 10 years of receiving a PhD) and with potential for independent research.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate a promising track record of early achievements appropriate to their research field and career stage, including significant publications (as main author) in international peer-reviewed scientific journals. They may also refer to monographs or demonstrate a record of invited presentations in well-established international conferences, granted patents, awards, prizes etc. Each application should include Post-Doctoral students as additional Co-PI's together with young faculty/scientists holding permanent positions.
Interested investigators are required to submit 10 copies of the project proposal to Dr. T.S. Rao, Advisor, Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology Block 2 (6th - 8th Floor) CGO Complex, LodiRoad New Delhi - 110 003 and soft copy of the same at rgyi.dbt@gmail.com Investigators submitting the projects should clearly specify "Application for RGYI" on the envelope. The format for submitting Proposal and guidelines for RGYI (same as for routine competitive grant R&D projects) may be seen at website - www.dbtindia.nic.in.
For querries contact Dr. Jyoti Malik Logani, Scientist C, DBT at Email - jyoti.logani@nic.in.
Applications duly forwarded from competent authority should be submitted on or before 30th Nov, 2011.
For more information visit : http://dbtindia.nic.in/
Department of Biotechnology India Rapid Grant For Young Investigator- RGYI 2012
Rapid Grant for Young Investigators fosters creative research in various fields of biotechnology (Medical, Agriculture, Animal Biotech, Environment and Industry etc) to enhance early career development of young investigators below 40 years of age. The programme aims to provide first grant to establish the lab and initiate research in the frontier areas of biotechnology.
Grant applications are invited for innovative research projects from PI/teams of young PI's with interdisciplinary multi-institutional collaboration;holding independent position (and within 10 years of receiving a PhD) and with potential for independent research.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate a promising track record of early achievements appropriate to their research field and career stage, including significant publications (as main author) in international peer-reviewed scientific journals. They may also refer to monographs or demonstrate a record of invited presentations in well-established international conferences, granted patents, awards, prizes etc. Each application should include Post-Doctoral students as additional Co-PI's together with young faculty/scientists holding permanent positions.
Interested investigators are required to submit 10 copies of the project proposal to Dr. T.S. Rao, Advisor, Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology Block 2 (6th - 8th Floor) CGO Complex, LodiRoad New Delhi - 110 003 and soft copy of the same at rgyi.dbt@gmail.com Investigators submitting the projects should clearly specify "Application for RGYI" on the envelope. The format for submitting Proposal and guidelines for RGYI (same as for routine competitive grant R&D projects) may be seen at website - www.dbtindia.nic.in.
For querries contact Dr. Jyoti Malik Logani, Scientist C, DBT at Email - jyoti.logani@nic.in.
Applications duly forwarded from competent authority should be submitted on or before 30th Nov, 2011.
For more information visit : http://dbtindia.nic.in/
Monday, October 24, 2011
Biotechnology Industry Partnership Programme (BIPP)-2012
Biotechnology Industry Partnership Programme (BIPP)-2012
(An Advanced Technology Scheme)
Department of Biotechnology (DBT) invites proposals from Indian Biotechnology Companies under the Biotechnology Industry partnership programme (BIPP).
About the Programme :
BIPP is a Govt. Partnership Programme with industry for support on a cost sharing basis for development of novel and high risk futuristic technologies mainly for viability gsp funding and enhancing existing R&D capacities. BIPP has so far supported more than 60 projects focusing on affordable healthcare technologies, food security and energy related needs of the country and also in the area of scale up, biosimilars, vaccines, therapeutics etc. Major thrust of the programme is towards funding technologies which address a major national problem and / or involves high level of innovation. The proposals spanning across the spectrum of pre-proof-of concept to validation of established technologies are considered for support in the form of grant and/or loan.
Eligibility:
A single or consortia of Indian companies - Small, Medium or Large having DSIR recognized in-house R&D unit(s).
An Indian co. is defined as one which is registered under the "The Indian Companies Act 1956" and is which 51% of the ownership is held by Indian citizen (including NRIs)
The proposals can be submitted
By an Indian Company alone or
By an Indian Company along public sector R&D institution(s) organisation(s), laboratory(ies), university(ies) or
By a consortium of Indian Companies or
By a consortium of Indian Companies along with public sector R&D institution(s), organisation(s), laboratory(ies), university (ies)etc.
To Apply :
Proposals are required to be submitted online only
To submit a proposal online, pl log on to the BIRAP website (www.birepdbt.nic.in)
Last date for submission of proposal is 30th November, 2011.
For more information visit : http://www.birapdbt.nic.in/
(An Advanced Technology Scheme)
Department of Biotechnology (DBT) invites proposals from Indian Biotechnology Companies under the Biotechnology Industry partnership programme (BIPP).
About the Programme :
BIPP is a Govt. Partnership Programme with industry for support on a cost sharing basis for development of novel and high risk futuristic technologies mainly for viability gsp funding and enhancing existing R&D capacities. BIPP has so far supported more than 60 projects focusing on affordable healthcare technologies, food security and energy related needs of the country and also in the area of scale up, biosimilars, vaccines, therapeutics etc. Major thrust of the programme is towards funding technologies which address a major national problem and / or involves high level of innovation. The proposals spanning across the spectrum of pre-proof-of concept to validation of established technologies are considered for support in the form of grant and/or loan.
Eligibility:
A single or consortia of Indian companies - Small, Medium or Large having DSIR recognized in-house R&D unit(s).
An Indian co. is defined as one which is registered under the "The Indian Companies Act 1956" and is which 51% of the ownership is held by Indian citizen (including NRIs)
The proposals can be submitted
By an Indian Company alone or
By an Indian Company along public sector R&D institution(s) organisation(s), laboratory(ies), university(ies) or
By a consortium of Indian Companies or
By a consortium of Indian Companies along with public sector R&D institution(s), organisation(s), laboratory(ies), university (ies)etc.
To Apply :
Proposals are required to be submitted online only
To submit a proposal online, pl log on to the BIRAP website (www.birepdbt.nic.in)
Last date for submission of proposal is 30th November, 2011.
For more information visit : http://www.birapdbt.nic.in/
Sunday, October 9, 2011
DBT-Research Associateship 2012 Biotechnology & Life Sciences
DBT-Research Associateship 2012 Biotechnology & Life Sciences
Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the award of "DBT-Research Associateship" 2012 for pursuing research in frontier areas of Biotechnology and applied biology.The Associateship is tenable in Research Institution/Universities including non-profit R & D Institutions within India.The Associateships are awarded under a program sponsored by the Department of' Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
Eligibility-:
The applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree in Science, Engineering or M.D. or M.S. degree in any area of medicine with research interests in Biotechnology and Life Sciences and a good academic record.
The Associateship can be availed within 3 years of the award of Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree; however, may be relaxable in case of women (by 2 years) and in-service candidates.
Those who have already submitted the Ph.D./M.D./M.S. thesis are also eligible to apply. The applicants should preferably be below the age of 40 years and 45 years in case of women candidates.
Persons already employed are also eligible to apply. However, their applications should be routed through their employers.
Details of the Award-:
The Research Associateship is a purely temporary assignment and is tenable for a period of 2 years.
In exceptional cases, depending upon the progress of the research, the Associateship may be extended upto 5 years.
Each fellow would be entitled to a stipend in the range of Rs.22,000-24,000 per month and a research contingency grant of Rs.50,000 per year, payable to the host Institution.
Candidates who are yet to be awarded the Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree, if selected, will be paid Rs.18,000 per month till the award of the degree.
The associate would also be entitled to HRA and other benefits as per the DST guidelines applicable to Research Associateship.
The Associateships normally are not availed at the same Institution where candidates have earned their Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree,if selected will be paid Rs 18000/- per month till the award of the degree.The associate would also be entitle to HRA and other benefits as per the DST guidelines applicable to Research Associateship.
Candidates who are already in regular employment can avail the Associateship during the period of his/her sabbatical/study leave,in a different institute/university
Mode of Selection-:
The candidates will be selected based on their C.V. and performance in the interview.
The interview will be held at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, in November 2011 and candidates called for interview will be paid II class railway (non-AC) /bus fare by the shortest route from their home town.
If the candidate accepts the Associateship, he/she must join the host Institution/University within a month's time.
Mode of Application-:
Candidates may submit their application on plain paper alongwith bio-data, list of publications (attach reprints of 2 important papers), copies of certificates (B.Sc, M.Sc, Ph.D./M.D./M.S.), One page synopsis of Ph.D./M.D./M.S. thesis, 2 letters of recommendation (academic).
The applicant is advised to propose his/her place of work, name of the supervisor, enclose one page synopsis of proposed research which must be compatible with the on-going research of the proposed supervisor, and his/her consent for availing the Associateship.
They should also enclose a declaration stating that if selected for the Associateship, he/she will complete the tenure of the Associateship.
However, they may be allowed to relinquish the Associateship only if accepting permanent employment in India. Those who had applied previously need not apply.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Coordinator,
DBT-Research Associateship Program,
Department of Biochemistry,
Indian Institute of Science Campus,
Bangalore - 560 012.
The last date for the same is 15 October, 2011 and the envelope should be clearly marked as "DBT-Research Associateship"
For more information visit : http://sid.iisc.ernet.in/dbtpdf.html
Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the award of "DBT-Research Associateship" 2012 for pursuing research in frontier areas of Biotechnology and applied biology.The Associateship is tenable in Research Institution/Universities including non-profit R & D Institutions within India.The Associateships are awarded under a program sponsored by the Department of' Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
Eligibility-:
The applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree in Science, Engineering or M.D. or M.S. degree in any area of medicine with research interests in Biotechnology and Life Sciences and a good academic record.
The Associateship can be availed within 3 years of the award of Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree; however, may be relaxable in case of women (by 2 years) and in-service candidates.
Those who have already submitted the Ph.D./M.D./M.S. thesis are also eligible to apply. The applicants should preferably be below the age of 40 years and 45 years in case of women candidates.
Persons already employed are also eligible to apply. However, their applications should be routed through their employers.
Details of the Award-:
The Research Associateship is a purely temporary assignment and is tenable for a period of 2 years.
In exceptional cases, depending upon the progress of the research, the Associateship may be extended upto 5 years.
Each fellow would be entitled to a stipend in the range of Rs.22,000-24,000 per month and a research contingency grant of Rs.50,000 per year, payable to the host Institution.
Candidates who are yet to be awarded the Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree, if selected, will be paid Rs.18,000 per month till the award of the degree.
The associate would also be entitled to HRA and other benefits as per the DST guidelines applicable to Research Associateship.
The Associateships normally are not availed at the same Institution where candidates have earned their Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree,if selected will be paid Rs 18000/- per month till the award of the degree.The associate would also be entitle to HRA and other benefits as per the DST guidelines applicable to Research Associateship.
Candidates who are already in regular employment can avail the Associateship during the period of his/her sabbatical/study leave,in a different institute/university
Mode of Selection-:
The candidates will be selected based on their C.V. and performance in the interview.
The interview will be held at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, in November 2011 and candidates called for interview will be paid II class railway (non-AC) /bus fare by the shortest route from their home town.
If the candidate accepts the Associateship, he/she must join the host Institution/University within a month's time.
Mode of Application-:
Candidates may submit their application on plain paper alongwith bio-data, list of publications (attach reprints of 2 important papers), copies of certificates (B.Sc, M.Sc, Ph.D./M.D./M.S.), One page synopsis of Ph.D./M.D./M.S. thesis, 2 letters of recommendation (academic).
The applicant is advised to propose his/her place of work, name of the supervisor, enclose one page synopsis of proposed research which must be compatible with the on-going research of the proposed supervisor, and his/her consent for availing the Associateship.
They should also enclose a declaration stating that if selected for the Associateship, he/she will complete the tenure of the Associateship.
However, they may be allowed to relinquish the Associateship only if accepting permanent employment in India. Those who had applied previously need not apply.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Coordinator,
DBT-Research Associateship Program,
Department of Biochemistry,
Indian Institute of Science Campus,
Bangalore - 560 012.
The last date for the same is 15 October, 2011 and the envelope should be clearly marked as "DBT-Research Associateship"
For more information visit : http://sid.iisc.ernet.in/dbtpdf.html
Friday, October 7, 2011
DBT Tata Innovation Fellowship 2011
DBT Tata Innovation Fellowship 2011
Tata Innovation Fellowship, a highly competitive scheme instituted by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India to recognize and reward scientists with outstanding track record in biological sciences and a deep commitment to find innovative solutions to major problems in health care, agriculture and other areas related to life sciences and biotechnology.
The scheme is aimed at rewarding interdisciplinary work where major emphasis is on innovation and translational research with a potential towards commercialization.
Eligibility :
i) The fellowship is open to Indian Nationals residing in India who are below the age of 55 years as on 21st November, 2011.
ii) The applicant should possess a Ph.D degree in Life Sciences, Agriculture, Veterinary Science or a Master’s degree in Medical Sciences, Engineering or an equivalent degree in Biotechnology / related areas. The applicant must have put in several years of work in the specific area.
iii) The candidate must have a regular position in a University/Institute/Organization and should be engaged in research and development. If he/she is availing any other fellowship, he/she will have to opt for only one of the fellowships.
iv) The applicant should have spent at least 5 years in India before applying for the fellowship.
Nature of Support :
i) The amount of the fellowship is Rs. 20,000/- per month in addition to regular salary from the host institute (Revision of fellowship to Rs. 25,000/- p.m. is under consideration). If an awardee is receiving salary from international organization, he will be entitled for research grant i.e. contingency only.
ii) In addition, each Fellow will receive a contingency grant of Rs. 5.00 lakh per annum for meeting the expenses on consumables, equipment, international and domestic travel, manpower and other contingent expenditure to be incurred in connection with the implementation of ongoing research project under the fellowship.
iii) The Tata Innovation Fellows would be eligible for other regular research grant(s) through extramural and other research schemes of various S&T agencies of the Government of India.
To Apply :
Application (one copy) may be sent as per proforma downloadable from DBT website (www.dbtindia.nic.in) and duly forwarded by the competent authority to Dr. A. K. Rawat, Joint Director, Department of Biotechnology, Block-2, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi -110 003, latest by 21st November, 2011. Other details regarding the proforma may be seen at www.dbtindia.nic.in.
For more information visit : http://dbtindia.nic.in/
Tata Innovation Fellowship, a highly competitive scheme instituted by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India to recognize and reward scientists with outstanding track record in biological sciences and a deep commitment to find innovative solutions to major problems in health care, agriculture and other areas related to life sciences and biotechnology.
The scheme is aimed at rewarding interdisciplinary work where major emphasis is on innovation and translational research with a potential towards commercialization.
Eligibility :
i) The fellowship is open to Indian Nationals residing in India who are below the age of 55 years as on 21st November, 2011.
ii) The applicant should possess a Ph.D degree in Life Sciences, Agriculture, Veterinary Science or a Master’s degree in Medical Sciences, Engineering or an equivalent degree in Biotechnology / related areas. The applicant must have put in several years of work in the specific area.
iii) The candidate must have a regular position in a University/Institute/Organization and should be engaged in research and development. If he/she is availing any other fellowship, he/she will have to opt for only one of the fellowships.
iv) The applicant should have spent at least 5 years in India before applying for the fellowship.
Nature of Support :
i) The amount of the fellowship is Rs. 20,000/- per month in addition to regular salary from the host institute (Revision of fellowship to Rs. 25,000/- p.m. is under consideration). If an awardee is receiving salary from international organization, he will be entitled for research grant i.e. contingency only.
ii) In addition, each Fellow will receive a contingency grant of Rs. 5.00 lakh per annum for meeting the expenses on consumables, equipment, international and domestic travel, manpower and other contingent expenditure to be incurred in connection with the implementation of ongoing research project under the fellowship.
iii) The Tata Innovation Fellows would be eligible for other regular research grant(s) through extramural and other research schemes of various S&T agencies of the Government of India.
To Apply :
Application (one copy) may be sent as per proforma downloadable from DBT website (www.dbtindia.nic.in) and duly forwarded by the competent authority to Dr. A. K. Rawat, Joint Director, Department of Biotechnology, Block-2, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi -110 003, latest by 21st November, 2011. Other details regarding the proforma may be seen at www.dbtindia.nic.in.
For more information visit : http://dbtindia.nic.in/
Friday, September 30, 2011
CSIR-CDRI Ph.D Admissions 2012
CSIR-CDRI Ph.D Admissions 2012
CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute Ph.D Programmes 2012
CSIR-CDRI invites applications for admission to its Ph.D programmes from M.Sc and M.Pharm students in the relevant areas of research in the Institute.
1. Conditions for Eligibility - a) M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Life sciences / Biotechnology/Chemical/pharmaceutical and qualified in CSIR-UGC-NET,ICMR, DBT examination for Junior Research Fellowship. The fellowship should be valid as on the date of joining for the session commencing January 2012. b) GPAT qualified second year, 3rd Semester students pursuing M.S (Pharm) or M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical/Pharmacology disciplines only may apply for GATE-JRF positions tenable at CDRI from July 2012.
2. How to apply - Candidates need to fill up the on-line application form that is available at the institute's website (till 5th October, 2011). After submitting the online application form, the computer generated ID ticket may be printed and mailed along with photograph, photocopies of certificates of date of birth, educational qualifications and proof for qualifying JRF/GPAT Score to Scientist-in-Charge, Academy Affairs Unit, Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR), Chattar Manzil, Lucknow - 226 001 latest by 12th October, 2011. Hard copy submitted without filling online application form shall not be considered or entertained for selection in any circumstances whatsoever.
3. Selection Process - All applications will be screened by a committee. Only those candidates who are found suitable will be called for interview / counselling at CDRI, Lucknow between 15-20 November, 2011. The committee can set their own criteria for short-listing the candidates. No TA will be paid by CDRI and candidates will have to make their own arrangements for 2-3 days stay at Lucknow. The number of students to be selected will depend upon the positions available with scientists at CDRI. The decision of the committee with regard to selection of candidates shall be final.
4. For more details visit our website www.cdriindia.org.
CSIR Central Drug Research Institute
(Council of Scientific and Industrial Research)
Chattar Manzil Palace,
P.O. Box No. 173,
Lucknow - 226 001.
Tel - 0522-2612411 - 18 Extn. 4397/4383
For more information visit : http://www.cdriindia.org/
CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute Ph.D Programmes 2012
CSIR-CDRI invites applications for admission to its Ph.D programmes from M.Sc and M.Pharm students in the relevant areas of research in the Institute.
1. Conditions for Eligibility - a) M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Life sciences / Biotechnology/Chemical/pharmaceutical and qualified in CSIR-UGC-NET,ICMR, DBT examination for Junior Research Fellowship. The fellowship should be valid as on the date of joining for the session commencing January 2012. b) GPAT qualified second year, 3rd Semester students pursuing M.S (Pharm) or M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical/Pharmacology disciplines only may apply for GATE-JRF positions tenable at CDRI from July 2012.
2. How to apply - Candidates need to fill up the on-line application form that is available at the institute's website (till 5th October, 2011). After submitting the online application form, the computer generated ID ticket may be printed and mailed along with photograph, photocopies of certificates of date of birth, educational qualifications and proof for qualifying JRF/GPAT Score to Scientist-in-Charge, Academy Affairs Unit, Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR), Chattar Manzil, Lucknow - 226 001 latest by 12th October, 2011. Hard copy submitted without filling online application form shall not be considered or entertained for selection in any circumstances whatsoever.
3. Selection Process - All applications will be screened by a committee. Only those candidates who are found suitable will be called for interview / counselling at CDRI, Lucknow between 15-20 November, 2011. The committee can set their own criteria for short-listing the candidates. No TA will be paid by CDRI and candidates will have to make their own arrangements for 2-3 days stay at Lucknow. The number of students to be selected will depend upon the positions available with scientists at CDRI. The decision of the committee with regard to selection of candidates shall be final.
4. For more details visit our website www.cdriindia.org.
CSIR Central Drug Research Institute
(Council of Scientific and Industrial Research)
Chattar Manzil Palace,
P.O. Box No. 173,
Lucknow - 226 001.
Tel - 0522-2612411 - 18 Extn. 4397/4383
For more information visit : http://www.cdriindia.org/
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
DBT Crest Award 2011-2012
DBT Crest Award 2011-2012
Department of Biotechnology Crest Award 2011-2012
(Cutting-edge Research Enhancement and Scientific Training award) (Formerly known as Biotechnology Overseas Associateship)
Department of Biotechnology invites applications for the DBT Crest Award (Department of Biotechnology - Cutting-edge Research Enhancement and Scientific Training - Award) formerly known as Biotechnology Overseas Associateship (BTOA) programme.
DBT Crest Award aims to promote capacity building in cutting edge areas of biotechnology and life sciences. The Award will promote and support scientists or highest merit in their pursuit of skill enhancement in scientific research/training in Overseas laboratories.
DBT-Crest Award for promotion of scientific excellence in the state of Jammu and Kashmir - Five (5) DBT Crest Awards would be awarded to scientists/researchers holding permanent / regular position in Government recognized research and academic institutions/universities actively engaged in biotechnology or related R&D work in the state of J&K. Awards are meant for promotion of scientific excellence in the state of Jammu and kashmir.
Applications are invited for the award of DBT-Crest (2011-2012) and DBT-Crest Award for promotion of scientific excellence in the state of Jammu and Kashmir (2011-12) for the period of one to twelve months. For details regarding broad areas, eligibility criteria and procedure for application pl refer to DBT website - http://dbtindia.nic.in.
For more information visit : http://dbtindia.nic.in/
Department of Biotechnology Crest Award 2011-2012
(Cutting-edge Research Enhancement and Scientific Training award) (Formerly known as Biotechnology Overseas Associateship)
Department of Biotechnology invites applications for the DBT Crest Award (Department of Biotechnology - Cutting-edge Research Enhancement and Scientific Training - Award) formerly known as Biotechnology Overseas Associateship (BTOA) programme.
DBT Crest Award aims to promote capacity building in cutting edge areas of biotechnology and life sciences. The Award will promote and support scientists or highest merit in their pursuit of skill enhancement in scientific research/training in Overseas laboratories.
DBT-Crest Award for promotion of scientific excellence in the state of Jammu and Kashmir - Five (5) DBT Crest Awards would be awarded to scientists/researchers holding permanent / regular position in Government recognized research and academic institutions/universities actively engaged in biotechnology or related R&D work in the state of J&K. Awards are meant for promotion of scientific excellence in the state of Jammu and kashmir.
Applications are invited for the award of DBT-Crest (2011-2012) and DBT-Crest Award for promotion of scientific excellence in the state of Jammu and Kashmir (2011-12) for the period of one to twelve months. For details regarding broad areas, eligibility criteria and procedure for application pl refer to DBT website - http://dbtindia.nic.in.
For more information visit : http://dbtindia.nic.in/
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
KBAT-2011 PGD in Biotechnology Admissions 2011
KBAT-2011 PGD in Biotechnology Admissions 2011
Karnataka Biotechnology Aptitude Test-KBAT 2011 for admission to Biotechnology Finishing Schools-BTFA offering Post Graduate Diploma in specialized Biotechnology related job-oriented courses
Graduate Diploma in specialized Biotechnology related job-oriented courses.
This is a very unique initiative in India with enhanced placement opportunities in Biotech Sector. Launched by Govt. of Karnataka, the course is offered in different specializations in 12 well known institutions across the State. Selection will be done through an Online Entrance Test - KBAT, followed by an interview at Bangalore Details can be obtained from www.btfskarnataka.in/www.bangaloreitbt.in/KBITS
Important Dates
Last date for Submission of Online Application form is 10th August, 2011
Online Entrance test : 13 and 14 August, 2011
Results - 15th Aug, 2011
Interview at Bangalore - 25th Aug, 2011 onwards
course commencement - 15th September, 2011
Karnataka Biotechnology and Information Technology Services (KBITS)
3rd floor, UNI Building, Thimmiah Road, Miller Tank Road,
Bangalore - 560 052, Karnataka, INDIA
Phone - 80 22207006
For more information visit : http://www.btfskarnataka.in/
Karnataka Biotechnology Aptitude Test-KBAT 2011 for admission to Biotechnology Finishing Schools-BTFA offering Post Graduate Diploma in specialized Biotechnology related job-oriented courses
Graduate Diploma in specialized Biotechnology related job-oriented courses.
This is a very unique initiative in India with enhanced placement opportunities in Biotech Sector. Launched by Govt. of Karnataka, the course is offered in different specializations in 12 well known institutions across the State. Selection will be done through an Online Entrance Test - KBAT, followed by an interview at Bangalore Details can be obtained from www.btfskarnataka.in/www.bangaloreitbt.in/KBITS
Important Dates
Last date for Submission of Online Application form is 10th August, 2011
Online Entrance test : 13 and 14 August, 2011
Results - 15th Aug, 2011
Interview at Bangalore - 25th Aug, 2011 onwards
course commencement - 15th September, 2011
Karnataka Biotechnology and Information Technology Services (KBITS)
3rd floor, UNI Building, Thimmiah Road, Miller Tank Road,
Bangalore - 560 052, Karnataka, INDIA
Phone - 80 22207006
For more information visit : http://www.btfskarnataka.in/
Thursday, July 7, 2011
RCB Young Investigator Awards July 2011
RCB Young Investigator Awards July 2011
Regional Centre for Biotechnology-RCB Young Investigator Award 2011
RCB-Young Investigator Awards are designed to identify and nurture outstanding young scientists with innovative ideas and desirous of pursuing research in frontier areas of biotechnology related (but not limited) to structural, systems and synthetic biology, nano science & technology, cellular and molecular biology, disease biology, and data-intensive discovery research, under the mentorship of senior faculty at the Regional Centre for Biotechnology. Young scientists (below the age of 35) having PhD degree (or likely to complete in next 3 months) in any discipline of natural sciences are eligible to apply.
The award shall be initially for the duration of three years, subject to annual review. It may be further extended for additional two years, based on a review by a committee of experts. The award carries a consolidated stipend of Rs. 40,000/-per month. The awardee shall not be entitled to draw any other fellowship or salary.
Interested candidates may submit their application by filling the application form available on the website (www.rcb.res.in) to email id: registrar@rcb.res.in. Copy of the application should be sent by registered post to The Registrar, Regional Centre for Biotechnology, 180 Udyog Vihar Phase 1, Gurgaon-122016. Haryana, India so as to reach by 31st July 2011. Only short listed candidates will be invited for an interview for the final selection.
Last date for receipt of completed applications is 31st July 2011
For more information visit: http://www.rcb.res.in/
Regional Centre for Biotechnology-RCB Young Investigator Award 2011
RCB-Young Investigator Awards are designed to identify and nurture outstanding young scientists with innovative ideas and desirous of pursuing research in frontier areas of biotechnology related (but not limited) to structural, systems and synthetic biology, nano science & technology, cellular and molecular biology, disease biology, and data-intensive discovery research, under the mentorship of senior faculty at the Regional Centre for Biotechnology. Young scientists (below the age of 35) having PhD degree (or likely to complete in next 3 months) in any discipline of natural sciences are eligible to apply.
The award shall be initially for the duration of three years, subject to annual review. It may be further extended for additional two years, based on a review by a committee of experts. The award carries a consolidated stipend of Rs. 40,000/-per month. The awardee shall not be entitled to draw any other fellowship or salary.
Interested candidates may submit their application by filling the application form available on the website (www.rcb.res.in) to email id: registrar@rcb.res.in. Copy of the application should be sent by registered post to The Registrar, Regional Centre for Biotechnology, 180 Udyog Vihar Phase 1, Gurgaon-122016. Haryana, India so as to reach by 31st July 2011. Only short listed candidates will be invited for an interview for the final selection.
Last date for receipt of completed applications is 31st July 2011
For more information visit: http://www.rcb.res.in/
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
DBT-Research Associateship 2011
DBT-Research Associateship 2011
DBT-Research Associateship in Biotechnology & Life Sciences 2011
Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the award of "DBT-Research Associateship" for pursuing research in frontier areas of Biotechnology and applied biology. The Associateship is tenable in Research Institution / Universities including non-profit R&D Institutions within India. The Associateships are awarded under a program sponsored by the Department of Biotechnology. Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India
The applicants should hold a Ph.D degree in Science, engineering or M.D or M.S degree in any area of medicine with research interests in Biotechnology and Life Sciences and a good academic record. The Associateship can be availed within 3 years of the award of Ph.D/M.D/M.S degree, however, may be relaxable in case of women (by 2 years) and in service candidates. Those who have already submitted the Ph.D/M.D/M.S thesis are also eligible to apply. The applicants should preferably be below the age of 40 years and 45 years in case of women and in-service candidates. Persons already employed are also eligible to apply. However, their applications should be routed through their employers.
Mode of Application :
Candidates may submit their application on plain paper alongwith bio-data, list of publications (attach reprints of 2 important papers) copies of certificates (B.Sc, M.Sc Ph.D/M.D/M.S) one page synopsis of Ph.D/M.D/M.S thesis 2 letters of recommendation (academic). The applicants is advised to propose his/her place of work, name of the supervisor, enclose one page synopsis of proposed research which must be compatible with the on-going research of the proposed supervisor, and his/her consent for availing the associateship. They should also enclose a declaration stating that if selected for the Associateship, he/she will complete the tenure of the Associateship. However, they may be allowed to relinquish the Associateship only if accepting permanent employment in India. Those who had applied previously need not apply.
Applications should be addressed to
Coordinator DBT-Research Associateship Program,
Dept. of Biochemistry, Indian Institute of Science Campus
Bangalore - 560 012.
The last date for the same is March, 20 2011 and the envelope should be clearly marked as "DBT-Research Associateship"
For details visit the website - http://www.sid.iisc.ernet.in/dbtpdf.html
DBT-Research Associateship in Biotechnology & Life Sciences 2011
Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the award of "DBT-Research Associateship" for pursuing research in frontier areas of Biotechnology and applied biology. The Associateship is tenable in Research Institution / Universities including non-profit R&D Institutions within India. The Associateships are awarded under a program sponsored by the Department of Biotechnology. Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India
The applicants should hold a Ph.D degree in Science, engineering or M.D or M.S degree in any area of medicine with research interests in Biotechnology and Life Sciences and a good academic record. The Associateship can be availed within 3 years of the award of Ph.D/M.D/M.S degree, however, may be relaxable in case of women (by 2 years) and in service candidates. Those who have already submitted the Ph.D/M.D/M.S thesis are also eligible to apply. The applicants should preferably be below the age of 40 years and 45 years in case of women and in-service candidates. Persons already employed are also eligible to apply. However, their applications should be routed through their employers.
Mode of Application :
Candidates may submit their application on plain paper alongwith bio-data, list of publications (attach reprints of 2 important papers) copies of certificates (B.Sc, M.Sc Ph.D/M.D/M.S) one page synopsis of Ph.D/M.D/M.S thesis 2 letters of recommendation (academic). The applicants is advised to propose his/her place of work, name of the supervisor, enclose one page synopsis of proposed research which must be compatible with the on-going research of the proposed supervisor, and his/her consent for availing the associateship. They should also enclose a declaration stating that if selected for the Associateship, he/she will complete the tenure of the Associateship. However, they may be allowed to relinquish the Associateship only if accepting permanent employment in India. Those who had applied previously need not apply.
Applications should be addressed to
Coordinator DBT-Research Associateship Program,
Dept. of Biochemistry, Indian Institute of Science Campus
Bangalore - 560 012.
The last date for the same is March, 20 2011 and the envelope should be clearly marked as "DBT-Research Associateship"
For details visit the website - http://www.sid.iisc.ernet.in/dbtpdf.html
Sunday, February 6, 2011
IBAB MSc in Bioinformatics and Biotechnology
IBAB MSc in Bioinformatics and Biotechnology
Institute of Bioinformatics and Applied Biotechnology-IBAB
Announces admission to its unique programme.
M.Sc in Bioinformatics and Biotechnology
The institute is offering an MSc in 'Bioinformatics and Biotechnology' from 2011. The course will provide competence in both biotechnology and computational biology/bioinformatics by providing training in the areas of cell and molecular biology, computer science, statistics, bioinformatics and so on (syllabus available below).
IBAB has been running a Postgraduate Diploma in Bioinformatics since 2002, and the 10th batch is currently doing its coursework. It has also been running a Postgraduate Diploma in Laboratory Biotechniques since 2004, and the 8th batch is currently doing its coursework.
Every student is provided access to a fully loaded high-end PC and extensive access to the internet for the entire duration of 2 years. Lectures are delivered by in-house faculty, distinguished academics and industry scientists from leading institutions/companies within the country or from abroad. A large amount of time is devoted to learning through material available on-line, journals, seminars, tutorials, group discussions etc. Thus the extensive lecture/tutorial program is supplemented by an enabling environment and associated self-learning through assignments and project work.
Degree awarded by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Note - This will be regular face-to-face M.Sc Programme at the IBAB campus, in Bengaluru. It is not a distance - education programme.
IBAB is one of the very few institutes in the life sciences sector in India with 95% real placement record.
Application forms available (online applications preferred)
(Interview in Bengaluru only between 6th to 10th June, 2011)
Online written test (from anywhere) 2nd - 6th May, 2011
Joining date 29th July, 2011
For details -
Email - msc2011@ibab.ac.in
Tel - 080 - 2852 8900/01/02
For more information visit-: http://www.ibab.ac.in/MSc.html
Institute of Bioinformatics and Applied Biotechnology-IBAB
Announces admission to its unique programme.
M.Sc in Bioinformatics and Biotechnology
The institute is offering an MSc in 'Bioinformatics and Biotechnology' from 2011. The course will provide competence in both biotechnology and computational biology/bioinformatics by providing training in the areas of cell and molecular biology, computer science, statistics, bioinformatics and so on (syllabus available below).
IBAB has been running a Postgraduate Diploma in Bioinformatics since 2002, and the 10th batch is currently doing its coursework. It has also been running a Postgraduate Diploma in Laboratory Biotechniques since 2004, and the 8th batch is currently doing its coursework.
Every student is provided access to a fully loaded high-end PC and extensive access to the internet for the entire duration of 2 years. Lectures are delivered by in-house faculty, distinguished academics and industry scientists from leading institutions/companies within the country or from abroad. A large amount of time is devoted to learning through material available on-line, journals, seminars, tutorials, group discussions etc. Thus the extensive lecture/tutorial program is supplemented by an enabling environment and associated self-learning through assignments and project work.
Degree awarded by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Note - This will be regular face-to-face M.Sc Programme at the IBAB campus, in Bengaluru. It is not a distance - education programme.
IBAB is one of the very few institutes in the life sciences sector in India with 95% real placement record.
Application forms available (online applications preferred)
(Interview in Bengaluru only between 6th to 10th June, 2011)
Online written test (from anywhere) 2nd - 6th May, 2011
Joining date 29th July, 2011
For details -
Email - msc2011@ibab.ac.in
Tel - 080 - 2852 8900/01/02
For more information visit-: http://www.ibab.ac.in/MSc.html
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
DBT-Research Associateship 2011 Biotechnology & Life Sciences
DBT-Research Associateship 2011 Biotechnology & Life Sciences
Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the award of "DBT-Research Associateship" 2011 for pursuing research in frontier areas of Biotechnology and applied biology.
The Associateship is tenable in Research Institution/Universities including non-profit R & D Institutions within India.
The Associateships are awarded under a program sponsored by the Department of' Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
Eligibility-:
The applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree in Science, Engineering or M.D. or M.S. degree in any area of medicine with research interests in Biotechnology and Life Sciences and a good academic record.
The Associateship can be availed within 3 years of the award of Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree; however, may be relaxable in case of women (by 2 years) and in-service candidates.
Those who have already submitted the Ph.D./M.D./M.S. thesis are also eligible to apply. The applicants should preferably be below the age of 40 years and 45 years in case of women candidates.
Persons already employed are also eligible to apply. However, their applications should be routed through their employers.
Details of the Award-:
The Research Associateship is a purely temporary assignment and is tenable for a period of 2 years.
In exceptional cases, depending upon the progress of the research, the Associateship may be extended upto 5 years.
Each fellow would be entitled to a stipend in the range of Rs.22,000-24,000 per month and a research contingency grant of Rs.50,000 per year, payable to the host Institution.
Candidates who are yet to be awarded the Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree, if selected, will be paid Rs.18,000 per month till the award of the degree.
The associate would also be entitled to HRA and other benefits as per the DST guidelines applicable to Research Associateship.
The Associateships normally are not availed at the same Institution where candidates have earned their Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree.
Candidates who are already in regular employment can avail the Associateship during the period of his/her sabbatical/study leave,in a different institute/university
Mode of Selection-:
The candidates will be selected based on their C.V. and performance in the interview.
The interview will be held at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, in November 2010 and candidates called for interview will be paid II class railway (non-AC) /bus fare by the shortest route from their home town.
If the candidate accepts the Associateship, he/she must join the host Institution/University within a month's time.
Mode of Application-:
Candidates may submit their application on plain paper alongwith bio-data, list of publications (attach reprints of 2 important papers), copies of certificates (B.Sc, M.Sc, Ph.D./M.D./M.S.), One page synopsis of Ph.D./M.D./M.S. thesis, 2 letters of recommendation (academic).
The applicant is advised to propose his/her place of work, name of the supervisor, enclose one page synopsis of proposed research which must be compatible with the on-going research of the proposed supervisor, and his/her consent for availing the Associateship.
They should also enclose a declaration stating that if selected for the Associateship, he/she will complete the tenure of the Associateship.
However, they may be allowed to relinquish the Associateship only if accepting permanent employment in India. Those who had applied previously need not apply.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Coordinator,
DBT-Research Associateship Program,
Department of Biochemistry,
Indian Institute of Science Campus,
Bangalore - 560 012.
The last date for the same is 15 October, 2010 and the envelope should be clearly marked as "DBT-Research Associateship
For more information visit-: http://www.iisc.ernet.in/
Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the award of "DBT-Research Associateship" 2011 for pursuing research in frontier areas of Biotechnology and applied biology.
The Associateship is tenable in Research Institution/Universities including non-profit R & D Institutions within India.
The Associateships are awarded under a program sponsored by the Department of' Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
Eligibility-:
The applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree in Science, Engineering or M.D. or M.S. degree in any area of medicine with research interests in Biotechnology and Life Sciences and a good academic record.
The Associateship can be availed within 3 years of the award of Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree; however, may be relaxable in case of women (by 2 years) and in-service candidates.
Those who have already submitted the Ph.D./M.D./M.S. thesis are also eligible to apply. The applicants should preferably be below the age of 40 years and 45 years in case of women candidates.
Persons already employed are also eligible to apply. However, their applications should be routed through their employers.
Details of the Award-:
The Research Associateship is a purely temporary assignment and is tenable for a period of 2 years.
In exceptional cases, depending upon the progress of the research, the Associateship may be extended upto 5 years.
Each fellow would be entitled to a stipend in the range of Rs.22,000-24,000 per month and a research contingency grant of Rs.50,000 per year, payable to the host Institution.
Candidates who are yet to be awarded the Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree, if selected, will be paid Rs.18,000 per month till the award of the degree.
The associate would also be entitled to HRA and other benefits as per the DST guidelines applicable to Research Associateship.
The Associateships normally are not availed at the same Institution where candidates have earned their Ph.D./M.D./M.S. degree.
Candidates who are already in regular employment can avail the Associateship during the period of his/her sabbatical/study leave,in a different institute/university
Mode of Selection-:
The candidates will be selected based on their C.V. and performance in the interview.
The interview will be held at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, in November 2010 and candidates called for interview will be paid II class railway (non-AC) /bus fare by the shortest route from their home town.
If the candidate accepts the Associateship, he/she must join the host Institution/University within a month's time.
Mode of Application-:
Candidates may submit their application on plain paper alongwith bio-data, list of publications (attach reprints of 2 important papers), copies of certificates (B.Sc, M.Sc, Ph.D./M.D./M.S.), One page synopsis of Ph.D./M.D./M.S. thesis, 2 letters of recommendation (academic).
The applicant is advised to propose his/her place of work, name of the supervisor, enclose one page synopsis of proposed research which must be compatible with the on-going research of the proposed supervisor, and his/her consent for availing the Associateship.
They should also enclose a declaration stating that if selected for the Associateship, he/she will complete the tenure of the Associateship.
However, they may be allowed to relinquish the Associateship only if accepting permanent employment in India. Those who had applied previously need not apply.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Coordinator,
DBT-Research Associateship Program,
Department of Biochemistry,
Indian Institute of Science Campus,
Bangalore - 560 012.
The last date for the same is 15 October, 2010 and the envelope should be clearly marked as "DBT-Research Associateship
For more information visit-: http://www.iisc.ernet.in/
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