15th Punjab Science Congress(Feburary 7-9, 2012) at GNDU, Amritsar

15th Punjab Science Congress

Feburary 7-9, 2012

Under the aegis of

Punjab Academy of Sciences, Patiala

Organised By

Guru Nanak Dev University

Amritsar- 143005, Punjab, INDIA

www.gndu.ac.in

PUNJAB ACADEMY OF SCIENCES

The Punjab Academy of Sciences (PAS) came into being at the time of holding of the 83rd session of the Indian Science Congress at Punjabi University, Patiala in 1996. Since then, the academy has arranged fourteen annual congresses. It provides a platform where senior scientists and young researchers in the region meet and interact with each other to share their expertise in different disciplines of Science & Technology. At present this registered body has more than 1000 life members. The academy has conferred its Honorary Fellowship on 73 distinguished scientists from India and abroad who have significantly contributed towards bringing the innovations in Science and Technology. Since 2002, the academy is holding "Children Science Congress" for the students of 10+2 classes in Punjab. The academy is also bringing out an annual journal of research namely "Journal of Punjab Academy of Sciences".

The main aims of the academy are:-

(i) To provide the cause of science in Punjab, with respect to its basic and applied aspects (ii) To encourage original research in general and with reference to Punjab in particular (iii) To create scientific temper and awareness among the masses (iv) To develop interaction among the scientists with particular reference to those of inter-disciplinary branches (v) To work out strategies for sustainable use of our natural resources and maintenance of environment.

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS AND PAPERS

Section A: Agriculture, Biosciences, Biotechnology etc.

Section B: Applied Chemistry, Applied Physics, Sugar Technology, Pharmacy , Food Technology and Textile Chemistry.

Section C : Chemical, Mathematical and Physical Sciences.

Section D: Engineering Sciences

(All Branches including computational sciences)

Section E: Medical and Veterinary Sciences.

The members of the Punjab Academy of Sciences are requested to submit their original contributions for any of the above referred sections. Not more than two papers either alone or with co-authors could be submitted. Two copies of the abstract (maximum 250 words) formatted on MS word (A4 size) in Arial font, letter size 10, in single line spacing with 5 cm right and 3 cm left, top and bottom margins 1.5 cm be submitted before January 10, 2012. The hard copy must be accompanied by soft copy on CD. Abstract should compulsorily be sent through electronic mail to psc15gndu@gmail.com as an attachment in MS word format with above specifications. The name of  the presenting author should be marked with an asterisk (*) along with email ID. The decision for oral/poster presentation will be strictly followed as per approval of the technical review committee. Papers screened by the committee may either by published in the seminar proceedings or selected papers may be published in the special issue of Journal of Punjab Academy of Sciences as per norms.

YOUNG SCIENTIST AWARD

A special session for the presentation of papers for the young scientist award will be held on February 8, 2012. Young scientists upto 35 years of age as on December 31, 2011 may send their abstract and full length papers (in triplicate) to the Secretary, Punjab Academy of Sciences, Union Building, Punjabi University, Patiala on or before January 10, 2012. The name of the section pertaining to the paper should be clearly mentioned on the envelope. The papers will be screened as per the norms of the Academy.

·         Young scientist award in each category shall carry a medal, certificate and cash prize of Rs. 7500/- (to be given by Punjab Academy of Sciences).

·         There will be parallel technical sessions for the paper presentation.

·         Seven minutes will be allowed for presentation and three minutes for discussion.

·         Young scientists below the age of 35 years (proof of age to be furnished) selected for best presentation will be awarded a certificate of honour, medal and cash prize. Each of them will be given 12 minutes for the presentation and 3 minutes for discussion.

·         LCD projectorand facility of power point presentation will be available.

·         Each participant for poster session will be provided with a board,measuring 100cm X 70cm, for mounting the display of written material,diagrams, photographs etc.

REGISTRATION FEE FOR THE MEMBERS

Academic / R & D: Rs. 1000/-

Student/Scholar & Retired Academician: Rs. 500/-

Corporate Delegates: Rs. 2000/-

The registration fee be sent by DD drawn in favour of "Organising Secretary, Punjab Science Congress, GNDU" payable at Amritsar. Participants who are not members of the Academy will have to pay an additional membership fee by Demand Draft/Cheques in favour of Punjab Academy of Sciences, Patiala at the following rates:

Category of Membership: Life Rs. 1500/-

Ordinary: Rs. 300/-

ACCOMMODATION AND TRAVEL

Since the academic session will be in progress, only limited can be arranged for participants on the campus. Accommodation can be arranged for the participants in hotels on payment of hotel room rent in advance.

All correspondence be addressed to:

Prof. A.K. Thukral

Chairman-cum-Organising Secretary, 15th Punjab Science Congress

Office of the Director of Research

Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar-143 005 (Punjab), INDIA

Phone: 91-183-2258844, 2258802 to 09 (Ext. 3536)

Fax: 91-183-2258819, 2258820

Email: psc15gndu@gmail.com

 Website: www.gndu.ac.in

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.gndu.ac.in/PSC2012.pdf

JRF post ( water chest nut preservation by gama radiation ) at JNKVV, Jabalpur

COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, JNKVV., JABALPUR 482004 (M.P.)

(Website:www.jnkvv.nic.in)

WALK -IN –INTERVIEW

 “Walk-In-Interview” will be held in the office of Dean, College of Agriculture, JNKVV, Jabalpur for the post of JRF on contractual basis for 27 months at 11 am on 12th December 2011 for the project entitled “Preservation of water chest nut by gama radiation processing” [C-4(357)].  Eligible and deserving candidates fulfilling all the requirements should bring their application at the time of interview giving full details of academic records and experience alongwith attested photocopy as well as original copy of the relevant documents, a passport size photograph and DD of Rs.100/- (non refundable) in favour of Dean, College of Agriculture, Jabalpur.

POST: Junior Research Fellow (one)

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: M.Sc (Ag) Food Science and Tech/ M.Sc Food Sci/MSc Food Tech

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:

: (1) Experience of conducting experiments in gama radiation processing and storage studies

(2) Chemical Analysis of Bio molecules

(3) Food Product development and demonstration at rural level

SCALE IN RS. PER MONTH: Rs. 16000/-  

DURATION: 27 month

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1.Above position are purely temporary, time bond and co-terminus with the project.

2. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in interview.

3. All eligible candidates are requested to present 30 minutes before schedule time on the date of interview for necessary formalities.

4. Application must be submitted in prescribed format available on JNKVV website (www.jnkvv.nic.in)

5. Dean’s decision will be final and binding in all respect.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER  http://www.jnkvv.nic.in/vacancies.html

Faculty posts(Food Engineering) at .N. Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur

College of Agricultural Engineering

J.N. Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur

INTERVIEW

Applications are invited for engaging teachers on contract basis in the College of Agricultural Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur from candidates below 65 years age having M.Sc./M.Tech./ME degree in the discipline of Maths, Applied Mathematics, Farm Machinery and Power, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering/ Computer Science and Post Harvest Process and Food Engineering.  Preference will be given to the candidates having Ph.D. degree/teaching experience in relevant subjects. Candidates with minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 or equivalent, and first division in UG and PG degree programmes are eligible. The Candidates must submit the duly filled application form along with a demand draft of Rs. 500/- in favor of Dean, College of Agricultural Engineering, JNKVV, Jabalpur to office of the Dean on or before 08-12-2011,till 4.00 P.M. positively. The walk in interview shall be held on 14-12-2011 at 11.00 A.M. in the office of the Dean.  The initial period of engagement is of 6th months duration and no T.A./ D.A. is admissible for attending the interview. The selected candidate shall be paid remuneration /honorarium up to Rs. 20,000/- per month depending on their academic qualification and experience. The prescribed form of application is available in www.jnkvv.nic.in

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.jnkvv.nic.in/vacancies.html

JRF Walk-in (shelf life extension of mushrooms) at JNKVV, Jabalpur

COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, JNKVV. JABALPUR 482004 (M.P.)

(Website:www.jnkvv.nic.in)

WALK -IN –INTERVIEW

 “Walk-In-Interview” will be held in the office of Dean, College of Agriculture, JNKVV, Jabalpur for the post of JRF on contractual basis for 4 months at 11 am on 12th December 2011 for the project “Studies on shelf life extension of wild edible, medicinal and cultivated mushrooms from tribal areas of M.P. by Gamma Radiation”. Eligible and deserving candidates fulfilling all the requirements should bring their application at the time of interview giving full details of academic records and experience alongwith attested photocopy as well as original copy of the relevant documents, a passport size photograph and DD of Rs.100/- (non refundable) in favour of Dean, College of Agriculture, Jabalpur.

NAME OF POSITION: Junior Research Fellow

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: One    

EMOLUMENTS: Rs.16,000/- PM     

QUALIFICATION: M.Sc. Food Science & Technology

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. Above position are purely temporary, time bond and co-terminus with the project.

2. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in interview.

3. All eligible candidates are requested to present 30 minutes before schedule time on the date of interview for necessary formalities.

4. Application must be submitted in prescribed format available on JNKVV website (www.jnkvv.nic.in)

5. Dean’s decision will be final and binding in all respect.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.jnkvv.nic.in/vacancies.html

SRF post at GBPUAT, Pantnagar

COLLEGE OF FORESTRY AND HILL AGRICULTURE

G.B. PANT UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE & TECHNOLOGY

HILL CAMPUS, RANICHAURI, TEHRI GARHWAL - 249 199, UK

No. HC/Agromet/1784 /O Dated: 25.11.2011

ADVERTISEMENT

The applications are invited for the following full time contractual position of SRF. Eligible candidates should send their applications to the undersigned by Dec 15, 2011 giving information’s such as Name, Father’s Name, Permanent address, Date of birth, Qualifications (from High School onwards, giving details about year of passing, division, percentage of marks, name of institution/University) and experience, duly supported by copies of testimonials. One passport size photograph must be affixed right hand corner at the top of the application. The positions are purely temporary and only for current financial year i.e. 2011-12 and subject to continue or terminate at any time as per discretion of the funding agency. Eligible candidates should send their application up to Dec 15, 2011 and appear for the interview on Dec 16, 2011 at 11 AM in the Office of the Dean, CFHA. No separate interview letter will be issued and no TA/DA is admissible to candidates appearing for the interview. The appointment shall be given on six monthly review basis.

NAME OF PROJECT: National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA)

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: R. K. Singh, Professor (Agrometeorology) & Principal Investigator - NICRA Project, Hill Campus, Ranichauri, Tehri Garhwal . Phone: 01376-252150 (O), FAX : 01376-252128, 252150; E-Mail: rksingh19@rediffmail.com, rajksingh19@gmail.com

NAME OF POST: Senior Research Fellow

NUMBER OF POST: 01

FELLOWSHIP: Rs.16,000/- per month (Consolidated)

QUALIFICATION: Masters degree in Agriculture/ Agrometeorology/ Forestry/ Agroforestry/ Geophysics (Meteorology)/ Atmospheric Science.

EXPERIENCE: Candidates having working experience in the villages of hill zone of UK and knowledge of computer will be given preference.

Note: Original should be produced at the time of interview. No interim correspondence will be entertained.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.gbpuat.ac.in/news/Advt_for_SRF.pdf

Project Assistant at University of Delhi

DEPARTMENT OF ANTHROPOLOGY

UNIVERSITY OF DELHI

Applications are invited for following post:

PROJECT TITLE: ‘A case control study of global and MTHFR gene specific methylation vis‐à‐vis pregnancy complications in North Indian population.’

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: Dr. K.N.Saraswathy

FUNDING AGENCY: DBT

NAME OF POST: PROJECT ASSISTANT

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: Essential: Masters degree in Anthropology/ Physical Anthropology)/Allied Sciences.

Desirable: Knowledge of Molecular Genetic Techniques.

FELLOWSHIP: @Rs. 8,000/‐pm consolidated

Interested candidates may send their application along with self attested copies of the certificates/marksheets so as to undersigned, Department of Anthropology, University of Delhi, Delhi ‐ 110007 , within 21 days of this advertisement.

Note: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Post is temporary and is only for the period of the project duration.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

http://www.du.ac.in/fileadmin/DU/students/Pdf/du/career/51211_Antro_Project_ass.pdf

Walk-in for JRF(molecular markers in chickpea breeding ) at JNKVV, Jabalpur

DEPARTMENT OF PLANT BREEDING AND GENETICS

JAWAHARLAL NEHARU KRISHI VISHWA VIDYALAYA JABALPUR - 482004

WALK-IN-INTERVIEW

Applications are invited for walk-in-interview on 08.12.2011 for the post of Junior Research Fellow in Plant Breeding and Genetics under GOI, DBT project.

POST: Junior Research Fellow (1 post)

FUNDING AGENCY: DBT

PROJECT TITLE: Deployment of molecular markers in chickpea breeding for developing superior cultivars with enhanced disease resistance

FELLOWSHIP: 16000/- per month + HRA (According to DST rules A20020/11/97-IFD dated 31st March 2010)

*Note: In case selected candidate is having two years of experience in the relevant field, he/she will be granted the remuneration of Rs. 18000/- plus HRA per month with designation of SRF

1. The appointments will be exclusively on contractual basis for the specified period only, which can be terminated by one month notice from both the sides.

2. Maximum age limit for all the candidates is 35 years as on date of interview.

3. Candidate should produce DD of Rs. 100/- in favour of Dean, JNKVV, Jabalpur at the time of interview which will be exempted for SC/ST candidates.

4. Interested candidates may appear for walk in interview with all important documents, two attested passport size photographs and DD on 08.12.2011 at 11.00am in the office of Dean, JNKVV, Jabalpur.

5. Application must be submitted in prescribed format available on JNKVV website (www.jnkvv.nic.in)

6. No TA & DA will be paid for attending the interview.

FOR DEAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.jnkvv.nic.in/vacancies.html

Research Associate post(3 posts)(Sustainable Livestock Based Farming System ) at GADVASU, Ludhiana

GURU ANGAD DEV VETERINARY AND ANIMAL SCIENCES UNIVERSITY,

LUDHIANA

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for engagement as Research Associate under NAIP sub-project entitled “Sustainable Livestock Based Farming System for Livelihood Security in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab”. The appointment is purely on temporary and contractual basis for six months with renewal up to the completion of the project and will be liable for termination at any time in case of unsatisfactory performance. There is no provision for absorption/re-employment in ICAR/GADVASU after termination of the time bound project.

NAME OF THE SUB-PROJECT:  “Sustainable Livestock Based Farming System for Livelihood Security in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab”.

POST NAME: Research Associate (Three)

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION:

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: 1. M.Sc / M.V.Sc / Ph.D (Any discipline of Veterinary, Agricultural or Fishery Sciences)

2. Candidates with M.V. Sc degree, rural background and knowledge of Punjabi up to Matric level and who have cleared NET, will be preferred.

3. Preference will also be given to candidates having experience.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: The project is field oriented and incumbents would be required to undertake extensive touring of the beneficiary families in the villages of four blocks of Hoshiarpur District with its central point at Talwara. Research Associates would be required to provide technical guidance to the farmers by organizing training programmes and field camps, delivery of input services, collection and compilation of information to study the impact of technology transfer on improved productivity of livestock, income and employment generation.

AGE LIMIT: Upper age limit is 40 years on the date of interview. Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates is permissible.

DATE & PLACE OF INTERVIEW:  14th December, 2011 at 11.00 a.m. in the office of Director of Extension Education, GADVASU, Ludhiana.

EMOLUMENTS: Rs. 23,000/- plus HRA p.m (revised) to Masters degree holder (consolidated) and Rs.24,000/- plus HRA p.m (revised) to Doctoral Degree holder (consolidated).

CONTACT PERSON: Dr A. L. Saini, Principal Investigator & Professor-cum-Head (LPM) Department Livestock Production & Management , GADVASU, Ludhiana. 141004.

Candidates fulfilling the qualifications may appear in the interview along with application, bio-data, original certificates/degrees and their photocopies in addition to two photographs. No TA/DA is permissible for appearing in the interview and no separate letter for the interview will be issued.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.gadvasu.in/noticedetails.asp?id=100

Research Associate(Rumen microbial diversity) at GADVASU, Ludhiana

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana

Applications are invited on the prescribed form available in the office of undersigned on payment of Rs.100/- in shape of bank draft payable at Ludhiana in favour of Comptroller, GADVASU, Ludhiana on any working day from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p. m. along with attested copies of certificates for one post of Research associate fixed salary of 23000/- per month + HRA for M.V.Sc. or @ 24000/- fixed P.M+ HRA for PhD from the candidates possessing the following qualification:-

1)       MVSc. in Animal Nutrition with working experience in Nutritional Biotechnology with OGPA 3.4/4.00 or 6.00/10.00 basis or 60% marks with minimum experience of 2 years as Research Fellow.

                                                        Or

Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition with working experience in Nutritional Biotechnology with OGPA 3.4/4.00 or 6.00/10.00 basis or 60% marks

2)       Knowledge of Punjabi up to matric level.

NOTE: The candidate without knowledge of Punjabi will be considered/appointed provided candidate with knowledge of Punjabi is not available.

This post is provided in the scheme “C-VII: AN-II Rumen microbial diversity in domesticated and wild ruminants and impact of additives on methanogenesis and utilization of poor quality fibrous feeds, old ICAR-13” (Component IV). The post is temporary and the services of the incumbent are liable to be terminated at any time without any notice.

 The last date for receipt of applications (duly completed in all respects) in this office is 09.12.2011. Incomplete applications or unsupported by the requisite documents will not be entertained.  The candidates should bring the original certificates and appear for interview on 13.12.2011 at 11.30 AM. in the office of undersigned. No separate information for interview will be sent.  No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

CONTACT PERSON: Head, Dept. of Animal Nutrition

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.gadvasu.in/noticedetails.asp?id=99

Scientist- Fellow(Nanobiology) under Quick hire scheme at IHBT, palampur

CSIR- INSTITUE OF HIMALAYAN BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY

PALAMPUR – 176061 (H.P.) INDIA

2nd December, 2011

Applications are invited for the post of Scientist- Fellow under Quick hire scheme.

Interested candidate working in the area of nanobiology with track record of exceptional publications may mail their bio-data with complete list of publications and name and address of two referees positively by Jan 1, 2012.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: Ph.D

EMOLUMENTS: as per qualification and experience

AGE: Not more than 40 yrs (as on Jan 1, 2012)

Application may be sent to: hrdihbt@ihbt.res.in

FOR DETAILS,PLEASE REFER http://www.ihbt.res.in/recruit/SctFellowAdvt_2Dec11.pdf

Research associate post (Environmental & Industrial Biotechnology )at TERI, New Delhi

TATA ENERGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Applications are invited for the following position to work in a DBT, Government of India sponsored project in Microbial Biotechnology Area at TERI.

DIVISION: Environmental & Industrial Biotechnology

POST: Research Associate

 JOB PROFILE: The candidate will be responsible for carrying out experimental work on anaerobic microbial systems for biofuel production.

QUALIFICATIONS: First class M.Sc/ Ph D in Microbiology/Biotechnology and related subject.

Experience in fermentation technology and anaerobic microbiology

 SKILLS: Research experience of 1-2 years in fermentation technology related to bio butanol/bio-ethanol projects. Experience in ligno-cellulosic based biofuels will be given reference.

 Please apply latest by 23 Dec 2011

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

http://newcareer.teriin.org/jobDetails.aspx?rrf_no=UjIwMTEwMDAzOA%3d%3d-uxQCDM3bvX4%3d&dt=8/25/2011 12:00:00 AM