Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has sponsored National Training in Molecular Biology & Biotechnology for fisheries professionals
Duration: 3 month national training program to promote development of trained human resource for application of molecular tools to research problems in fisheries and aquaculture.
About the project:
- Component of post-training mentoring to help participants prepare project proposals for funding.
- The training program will be conducted simultaneously at 3 fisheries institutes (ICAR-CIFE, ICAR-CIFA & ICAR-CMFRI).
- The program comprises 45 days of theory classes with hands-on practical sessions and 45 days of research work.
- All basic molecular biology and genetic engineering and molecular genetics techniques are included in the course along with their applications in various aspects of aquaculture and fisheries.
- Each institute offers specialized modules based on areas of expertise.
- Participants are also expected to prepare research proposals and reports in DBT prescribed formats to familiarize them with the procedure of seeking extramural funding from DBT or other funding agencies.
Program dates:
Batch IV – CIFA & CMFRI: 15 Feb to 13 May 2017; CIFE: 7 Mar to 6 Jun 2017
Batch V – CIFA, CMFRI and CIFE: 01.11.2017 to 30.01.2018
Benefits:
- The participants are allowed to travel by their entitled class (not above II AC train fare) or by state bus.
- Actual TA will be reimbursed on production of a certificate and tickets by the participants.
- Free boarding and lodging will be provided only to the participants within the budgetary provisions as per ICAR norms.
- No accompanying persons will be allowed.
Number of participants: 10 at each collaborating institute.
Course fee: This program is completely sponsored by Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India.
Eligibility
- Applicants may be Assistant Professors/ Scientists and above/ Post-doctoral fellows employed in SAUs, CAUs, Fisheries Colleges, research institutes, traditional universities and engaged in research and teaching in the area of aquaculture, fisheries, marine biology, aquatic biology and allied disciplines.
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| Organization | Department of Biotechnology (DBT) |
| Fellowship Level | Internship |
| Country | India |
| Subject areas | Biotechnology, Fisheries |
| Fellowship amount | Fully funded by DBT |
| Eligibility | Open to Indian nationals |
| Deadline | Varies |
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