Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology sponsored
Short-term Training Programme on
Methods in Microbial Biotechnology and Molecular Biology
at
Department of Plant Biology and Biotechnology
Loyola College (Autonomous),
Chennai 600 034, Tamil Nadu
14 March–6 April 2018
Scope of the Short-term Training Programme: The proposed training programme (18 days) will provide the
participants to gain a better understanding of basic methods in microbial biotechnology related experiments. The
participants will be provided hands on training in special methods of isolation of actinomycetes and endophytes,
production of microbial enzymes and secondary metabolites, basic molecular biology techniques and will also
gain experience in the use of various bioinformatics tools. This training features interactive talks and activities
that will both inspire and help participants towards better research in microbial biotechnology.
Eligibility and selection: The training programme is designed for research scholars, young scientist and faculty
of life sciences. Those interested may apply in the prescribed format along with a brief resume, duly forwarded by
the Head of the department/institute.
A maximum of 20–25 suitable applicants will be selected for training
through screening of application by the course faculty.
Application form can be downloaded from
www.loyolacollege.edu/events/upcoming_events.php
Registration fee: There is no registration fee and the training is given free of charges. Outstation participants
have to make their own arrangements for accommodation.
No TA/DA will be provided to participants.
Application forms will be received till 2 March 2018.
For further details, please contact, Dr J. Joel Gnanadoss, Course Director, Assistant Professor, Department of
Plant Biology and Biotechnology, Loyola College (Autonomous), Chennai 600 034, e-mail: joelgna@gmail.com,
phone: 98409 85870.
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