Short Course on Biofortification of Food Crops
4-13 August, 2014
Organized By
Indian Institute of Pulses Research,
Kanpur-208 024 (Uttar Pradesh)
Course Content
Approaches, limitations and challenges in biofortification
Hidden hunger: Status of micronutrient malnutrition
Abiotic/biotic factors associated with micronutrient deficiency in crops
Multidisciplinary strategies for biofortified crops including improved agronomy
Pulses for nutritional quality and health benefits and high mineral cereals
Bioavailability of trace elements in human & animal health
Anti-nutrients and promoters
Micronutrient enrichment by interventions
Eligibility The candidates must possess at least Master‟s Degree in related branch of Agriculture & allied sciences. Participant should be working in a position not below the rank of Scientist/ Assistant Professor or equivalent and above from ICAR institutes/ State Agril. University/CAU/Agricultural faculty of other universities recognized by ICAR.
Brochure: www.iipr.res.in/pdf/crops_01may2014.pdf
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