New Delhi: The Department of Biotechnology has invited applications from eligible candidates for admission to Molecular Biology and Biotechnology for Fisheries Professionals. This program is completely sponsored by Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India.

The three-month training 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.

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.

Programme dates: CIFA & CMFRI : 15 Feb to 13 May 2017 CIFE : 7 March to 6 Jun 2017 CIFA, CMFRI and CIFE : 01.11.2017 to 30.01.2018

Eligibility 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, sheries, marine biology, aquatic biology and allied disciplines.

Selection of participants: The total number of participants will be 10 at each collaborating institute. Selection letters will be communicated 20 days prior to the start date of the programme subject to receiving duly forwarded applications.

For more details, visit http://www.dbtindia.nic.in/

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