Entrepreneurship Development Program on “Propagation of Quality planting material in Fruit and Ornamental plants”

“Propagation of Quality planting material in Fruit and Ornamental plants”

February 1-4, 2012

Zonal Technology Management & Business Planning and Development Unit, IARI, going to conducts an Entrepreneurship Development Program on “Propagation of Quality planting material in fruit and ornamental plants”” for farm entrepreneurs, nursery men, fruit growers, horticulturists and others.

COURSE CONTENT:

The Scope and importance of Superior Planting Material ,Conventional and Non-conventional methods of propagation,Root stock multiplication of various fruit crops, Selection & propagation in ornamental crops, Hi-tech nursery, Sanitary and phyto-sanitary issues , Management of nursery, packaging and transport & Nursery as emerging enterprise

SERVICE CHARGES: Rs 2,000/‐ (non‐residential)

DURATION: 4 days

NO. OF PARTICIPANTS: 20 candidates will be selected.

The Application form along with the CV should be sent to the Zonal Technology Management & Business Planning and Development Unit, IARI, New Delhi 110 012, on or before 25^th January 2012.

For further details contact:

Email: zonaltech@iari.res.in

Website: http://ztmbpd.iari.res.in/

Tele Phone: 011-25843553

Tele Fax: 011-25843542

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.iari.res.in/files/training-ztmbpd-16-1-2012-.pdf

International Symposium on 'Cancer Genomics and Its Impact in the Clinics'

International Symposium on 'Cancer Genomics and Its Impact in the Clinics'

 

 About IACR 2012

ACTREC (formerly Cancer Research Institute) which is celebrating its 60th anniversary, is hosting the 31st Annual Convention of Indian Association for Cancer Research (IACR) and an International Symposium on 'Cancer Genomics and Its Impact in the Clinics' from 26 - 29 January 2012. We have put together a strong scientific program highlighting both basic and clinical aspects of cancer research. Eminent scientists and clinicians from India and abroad have been invited to join us at this convention.

     The theme is to keep pace with the rapid advancement of genome wide studies, and consequent emergence of molecular profiling and subtyping of the patient population that is most likely to respond to targeted therapies. The conference will be of relevance to researchers and clinicians: those involved in treatment of primary and metastatic cancer, and in discovery and validation of modern molecular profiling techniques for diagnosis and prognosis.

     Our one-of-its kind four-day format of the event is set to accommodate and enhance the opportunity for representatives from various Institutes to meet and strategize future scientific collaborations. In addition, the meeting will stimulate interaction between the clinician and basic scientists to ensure that the knowledge gained from basic biology is transferred to clinical practice. The meeting will include several sessions on specialized topics by invited speakers, short contributed papers and poster presentations.

     The goal of the 31st Annual Convention of IACR and International Symposium would specifically focus on molecular profiling of gene expresion and protein to classify clinically heterogenous cancers, derive predictors of tumor progression, differentiate between potentially metastatic disease and indolent cases, predict response to therapy, recurrence, survival etc. The impact of molecular profiling on cancer studies is set to increase further with increasing use of bioinformatic tools and has facilitated inter-study and inter-platform comparisons of molecular signatures of tumors.

     With great enthusiasm, the Organizing Committee and the host institute ACTREC invite all including graduate students and post doctoral fellows to submit abstracts and participate in this meeting and build upon the success of the past IACR Conventions.

   Topics

•           Cancer Genomics

•           Tumor Cell Biology

•           Immunobiology and Immunotherapy of Cancer

•           Angiogenesis and Metastasis

•           Cancer Stem Cells

•           Apoptosis and Cell Signaling

•           Proteomics in Translational Medicine

•           Chemoprevention and Molecular Targets

•           Epigenetics and Cancer

•           Nanomedicine

•           Biomarkers and Cancer Risk Assessment

•           Protein Structure and Function

•           Cancer Imaging

•           Cancer Therapeutics

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER Contact Us

Dr Tanuja Teni / Dr Neelam Shirsat

E-mail: iacr-2012@actrec.gov.in

Website: www.iacr-2012.org.in

Mailing Address

ACTREC

Tata Memorial Centre

Sector 22

Kharghar

Navi Mumbai - 410 210

INDIA

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.iacr-2012.org.in/

International Symposium on Stem Cell Biology(ISSCB)

International Symposium on Stem Cell Biology(ISSCB)

 

Aim and focus of the Symposium

Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), Tata Memorial Centre since its inception has been involved in encouraging academic interactions between Indian researchers and clinicians, along with international scientists working in the field of cancer health care.

ACTREC is privileged to host International Symposium on Stem Cell Biology, January 30, 2012. The symposium will be of relevance to scientists and clinicians: those involved in treatment of cancer, and in discovery and validation of modern technology with specific reference to stem cell biology.

     In addition, the meeting will stiumlate interaction between the clinicans, basic scientists, government agencies and industry. The meeting will include several sessions on specialised topics by invited speakers. The goal of the symposium is to ensure that the knowledge gained from basic biology is transferred to clinical practice

IMPORTANT DATES

Meeting Date: 30 January 2012

Registration Deadline: 22nd January 2012

Abstract Submission: Deadline for Poster Presentation: 18th January 2012

 REGISTRATION

Students: 500.00

 Faculty: 1,000.00

 Industry: 5,000.00

 Registration is mandatory for attendance.

Click here to download the Registration Form.

Cheques or Demand Drafts should be drawn in favour of 'Director, ACTREC-TMC' and be payable at Navi Mumbai.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.actrec.gov.in/ISSCB%202012/index.php?type=c1

CONTACT US

Dr Sanjeev Waghmare

Organizing Secretariat

E-mail: isscb.actrec@gmail.com

Mailing Address

ACTREC

Tata Memorial Centre

Plot No.1 & 2

Sector 22

Kharghar

Navi Mumbai - 410 210

INDIA

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.actrec.gov.in/ISSCB%202012/index.php?type=a

Project Assistant post('Evaluation of major porins of Aeromonas hydrophila as potential vaccine candidates) at JNU, New Delhi

School of Biotechnology

Jawaharlal Nehru University

New Delhi – 110 067

January 14, 2012

Applications are invited on plain paper for the following positions in a DBT-funded research project entitled "'Evaluation of major porins, ompC and ompR of Aeromonas hydrophila as potential vaccine candidates and identification and characterization of immune genes of Indian major carp, Labeo rohita" in the laboratory of undersigned.

POST:Project Assistant (One)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation

DESIRABLE: Knowledge of computer operation, Experience in office/lab organization, project management, filing, inventory, ordering, bill processing, knowledge of Microsoft office, Word, Powerpoint, Excel, preparations of reports and presentations etc.

PAY: Rs. 5000/- p.m.

The applications along with bio-data should reach the undersigned by January 20, 2012 by E-mail/post.

NOTE: The appointments are purely temporary. The appointments are made for one year and the performance of the appointee is reviewed annually for renewal of appointment. The project at present is till January 14, 2012 and the appointments made shall be terminated with the termination of the project.

CONTACT PERSON: Aparna Dixit, Professor

E-mail: adix2100@mail.jnu.ac.in ; adixit7@gmail.com

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.jnu.ac.in/Career/currentjobs.htm

Workshop on Applications in Bioinformatics at ACREC, Mumbai

Workshop on “Applications in Bioinformatics”

February 9-10, 2012

Organized by: Bioinformatics Centre

Tata Memorial Centre

Advanced Centre for Treatment , Research and Education in Cancer

Kharghar, Navi Mumbai-410210

About the Centre/Workshop

The DBT, Govt. of India funded establishment of a Bioinformatics Centre at the Cancer Research Institute in 1989. Over the years, the centre has developed very good infrastructure to serve the users from the institute as well as other organisations. Through this Workshop, we are targeting Post M.Sc. / Ph.D.students / Research scientists / Academic faculty who do not have exposure to the subject of Bioinformatics and/or the training to use its different components effectively for their research related requirements. Preference will be given to candidates from places without any DBT Bioinformatics Centre.The participant number will be restricted to 15-20 to ensure that everyone receives individual attention.The two-day Workshop with hands-on-sessions will cover the following topics.

·         Introduction to Bioinformatics

·         Basic Applications in Proteomics

·         Biological Databases &Sequence Analysis

·         Structural Bioinformatics

·         Molecular Modelling & Drug Design

PRE-REQUISITES

Working knowledge of Computers/ Internet.

Active research / teaching background.How to Apply

Application Form needs to be downloaded from the website and sent by e-mail [btis@actrec.gov.in ] by the deadline -20thJanuary 2012.

Registration Fees need to be paid in cash/ by DD (in favour of Director, ACTREC) at the Bioinformatics Centre, ACTREC on the first day of Workshop,

REGISTRATION FEES

Academic Institutes: Rs. 500/-

Industry: Rs. 1000/-

·         List of selected applicants will appear on this website on 25thJanuary 2012and intimation to each of them will be sent only by e-mail. A return e-mail confirmation of attendance is mandatory.

·         Workshop material, working lunch and tea/ snacks will be provided during the Workshop.

·         Paid accommodation will be provided by the institute

·         TA/DA will not be granted by this institute to any participant.

·         All communication will be through e-mail only.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

http://www.actrec.gov.in/data%20files/2011/BTIS%20Workshop%202012.pdf

International Workshop on Mitigating Effects of Geogenic Contaminants

International Workshop

On

Mitigating Effects of Geogenic Contaminants

February 22-23, 2012

NEERI, Nagpur, INDIA

Organized by

CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), Nagpur – 440020, Maharashtra, INDIA

Geogenic contamination refers to naturally occurring elevated concentrations of certain elements in groundwater (such as arsenic, fluoride, iron, uranium and selenium) which have a negative health effect on humans consuming this water. Geogenic contamination of groundwater might be a result of geochemical characteristics of the aquifer material – e.g. high concentrations of the contaminant in the rock matrix, dissolving during water-rock interaction, or occur due to environmental conditions such as an arid climate or reducing conditions in the aquifer which facilitate the contaminant to occur in a more mobile state. The most wide-spread geogenic contaminants are arsenic, fluoride and selenium, affecting the health of hundreds of millions of people worldwide.

Fluoride is the 13th most abundant element in the earth’s crust (625 mg/kg) and exists in trace amounts in almost all ground waters across the world. According to estimations from UNESCO, more than 200 million people worldwide rely on drinking water with fluoride concentrations exceeding the present WHO guideline of 1.5 mg/L. Fluorosis, associated with elevated fluoride concentrations in drinking water has been reported in a range of countries. Fluorosis poses a grave public health problem in many countries over the globe and excess intake causes different types of fluorosis; primarily dental and skeletal fluorosis.

There are growing concerns of health significance due to exposure to emerging geogenic contaminants such as selenium in India and other countries. In this context, a 2-day workshop during February 22-23, 2012 is being organized at CSIR-NEERI, Nagpur, India with support from Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, (MDWS), Government of India, UNICEF, WHO and International Water Association (IWA) to deliberate on issues related to geogenic contaminants with particular reference to fluoride, iron, selenium etc. for the participants from countries affected with geogenic contaminants to discuss and share experience particularly on preventive/mitigation measures undertaken to minimise health effects. Site visit of interested participants to fluoride and iron intervention areas are planned on February 24, 2012. This workshop is planned as a sequel to the workshop being organised in Kolkata, India during February 18-20, 2012 to discuss arsenic contamination.

OBJECTIVES

·         Deliberate on recent findings indicating an increased geographical extent of geogenic contaminants particularly fluoride, iron, selenium etc.

·         Discuss possible health impacts of geogenic contaminants and identify stress parameters

·         Devise strategy for implementing approaches such as Quantitative Chemical Risk Assessment (QCRA) and health based targets

·         Identify technological interventions to minimise geogenic contaminants

·         Study feasibility of implementing interventions and possible bottlenecks in various socio-political settings

·         Evaluate approaches such as nutrient supplementation for integrated mitigation

·         Share experience for integrated mitigation

CONTENT OF THE WORKSHOP

·         Speciation and controls on the mobility in groundwater and soils

·         Case studies on QCRA and health based targets

·         Monitoring tools for geogenic contaminants and mapping by using GIS-based tools to estimate extent of contamination on a regional and national scale.

·         Technological interventions to minimise geogenic contaminants

·         Creation of technology bank and success stories for common use and implementation

·         Developing business models for technological interventions

·         Review importance of community participation in planning and implementing interventions

·         Operation and maintenance of technological interventions.

EXPECTED PARTICIPATION

The invitees for the workshop will be from geogenic contaminated region particularly from developing countries. This workshop will assist in cross-learning on mitigation measures to minimise health impacts of geogenic contamination. In addition, experiences on hydrogeological processes responsible of contamination will also be discussed. An abstract (250 words) highlighting type of geogenic contaminants, geographical extent and mapping and mitigation measures etc. should be submitted to the Organising Secretary before February 10, 2012. Presentation of 10 minutes duration will be made by the selected participants. In addition, there will be invited presentations by the experts in the workshop which will help participants to design and implement mitigation measures in the respective region/countries. A poster session is also planned during the Workshop and interested participants should submit abstract (250 words).

Registration and Accommodation

REGISTRATION FEE

Foreign Participants: Waived Off

Indian Participants: Rs. 2,000/-

Registration fee includes admission to the workshop, workshop kit, lunches, tea/coffee, banquet and proceedings

TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION

The accommodation for International and national delegates will be arranged in hotels and NEERI guesthouse on first cum first basis. Tariffs for the accommodation can be obtained from the Organizing Secretary.

DATES AND VENUE

The International Workshop on Mitigating Effects of Geogenic Contaminants will be held at National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI), Nehru Marg, Nagpur – 440 020, INDIA during February 22-23, 2012. The campus is situated on NH-7. Nagpur is well connected by road, rail and air to most of the important cities.

CORRESPONDENCE

Er. Subhash P. Andey

Organising Secretary

Sr. Principal Scientist

Water Technology and Management Division

National Environmental Engineering

Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI)

Nagpur – 440020, INDIA

TeleFax : +91-712-2249756

Email: sp_andey@neeri.res.in

subhash.andey@gmail.com

Dr. Pawan Labhasetwar

Organising Secretary

Principal Scientist & Head

Water Technology and Management Division

National Environmental Engineering

Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI)

Nagpur – 440020, INDIA

TeleFax :+ 91-712-2249756

Email: pk_labhasetwar@neeri.res.in

pawankl@hotmail.com

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.neeri.res.in/MEGC-_2012-_Brochure.pdf

National Training on Carbon Sequestration and Carbon Trading:Applications in Land Resource Management

National Training on

Carbon Sequestration and Carbon Trading:Applications in Land Resource Management

6–17 February 2012

ICRISAT, Patancheru 502 324, Andhra Pradesh, India

Lectures will alternate with hands-on assignments using the DSSAT crop models and software package. Ample time will r their use.

COURSE TOPICS

1. Importance of soil carbon for carbon production in the tropics

2. Global warming and climate change.

3. Soil as potential substrate to mitigate enhanced atmospheric CO2.

4. Carbon capture and storage mechanism.

5. Role of microbial biomass in carbon sequestration.

6. Soil inorganic carbon sequestration.

7. Carbon sequestration in forest soils.

8. Carbon stocks and C-modeling for Indian soils.

9. Protocol on analysis of carbon by CN analyzer.

10. World data base on soil carbon.

11. Introduction and details of carbon models and methods available for carbon management research including Century, Roth-C, IPCC, Epic-Century and GEFSOC models.

12. SOTER data base requirement for carbon modelling.

13. Introduction to carbon trading and protocols to formulate

COURSE OVERVIEW:

Carbon content in the soil in the tropics is directly related to soil fertility and crop productivity. Maintenance of carbon in the soil in the tropical systems is a challenging task. Carbon sequestration is a win-win strategy for mitigating the impacts of climate change as well as for increasing the productivity and improving the livelihoods. This program will describe the importance of soil carbon and its relationship with global warming and climate change. Methods of measuring carbon sequestration (organic and inorganic) as well as estimating the carbon stocks in the soils under different management practices will discussed.

Participants will be introduced to models and methods for carbon management research like Century, Roth-C etc. as well as data requirement for carbon modeling. Carbon trading and protocols to formulate clean development mechanism projects will also be discussed.

A Certificate of Completion will be provided upon conclusion of the course. Enrollment is limited to 20 registrants

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Essential :

(1) Scientists/Researchers engaged in soil carbon management research and in Carbon Trading Policy formulation and also scientists who wish to pursue research in these aspects.

(2) Working scientists in ICAR Research Institutes, State Agricultural Universities and other Traditional Universities and National Institutes

(3) Age below 50 years

Desirable :

Proven research publications in the related subject

* Total no. of scientists is 20. It will be decided as per criteria mentioned above and also on first cum first serve basis

FIVE BENEFITS

1. Get acquainted with importance of carbon sequestration

2. Gain understanding of basic concepts of carbon sequestration

3. Receive specialized, hands-on training in the methods of determining carbon sequestration

4. Role of carbon sequestration in agricultural systems to mitigate impact of climate change

5. Enhance awareness about carbon markets and Global Environmental Facility (GEF)

REGISTRATION

Enrollment in this course is limited to 20 participants, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Advance registration is required and we encourage you early registration to secure a seat in this course.

The course fees for the participants are covered by the NAIP.

FACILITIES

The course organizers will provide shared accommodation at ICRISAT campus. It includes one copy of a CD-ROM with lecture notes, PowerPoint slides (pdf), sample exercises and the use of computers in the training room. Meals and refreshments will be provided including on-campus accommodation (twin sharing in flats or single in dormitory).

Fee does not include travel costs to and from ICRISAT.

To register, contact:

Rosana P Mula, Coordinator

Learning Systems Unit

ICRISAT, Patancheru 502 324, Andhra Pradesh, India

Email: LSU@cgiar.org

Phone: +91-40-30713361 or +91-40-30713317

Fax: +91-40-39713074

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.icrisat.org/what-we-do/learning-opportunities/Carbon-Sequestration.pdf

Walk-in Interview for Research Associate at WII, Dehradun

Advt. No. WII/RES/RSCHRS-SELCTION’2012/A.3.13 (I)

W a l k – i n – I n t e r v i e W

The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) is a premier national autonomous Institute of the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoE&F), Government of India in the field of teaching, training and research. The Institute wishes to engage a Research Associate (RA-I) (Indian national only) through a walk-in-interview to be held on Monday, 6th February 2012. The details of the available position along with essential and desirable qualifications, terms and conditions and how to apply are given below:

TITLE, DETAILS OF POSITION AND DURATION: Wildlife Forensic Cell. (01– RA)

DURATION: One year.

 ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: Ph.D degree in Molecular Biology/Animal Genetics.

 DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION

 1. Work experience in electrophoresis and molecular genetics using PCR based techniques, PCR-RFLP and DNA sequencing/developing species specific characteristics.

2. Good knowledge in biostatistics and multivariate techniques for use in DNA and animal genetics.

3. Any other academic qualification related to work.

 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

 1. R.A. is required to work under supervision of Nodal Officer, Wildlife Forensic Cell for developing DNA based techniques and protocols for dealing wildlife offence cases.

2. To prepare protocols for identifying species from biological materials seized under wildlife offences.

3. Establish liaison with national and international forensic laboratories

4. To provide scientific input and assistance in organizing workshop by WII and other organizations.

5. To maintain proper record and files of all wildlife forensic cases.

6. To prepare annual requirement of equipment, glass wares, chemicals, plastic wares and maintain proper stock entries of these, and

7. To collect reference samples, and other work assigned by Nodal Officer.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. Candidate for the position of Research Associate (RA) should be below 40 years of age as on 1st February 2012 and the upper age limit may be relaxed up to 5 years for candidates belonging to SC/ST.

2. The selected candidate for the position of Research Associate (RA-I) will be paid consolidated emoluments of ` 22,000/- per month.

3. Engagement on the above positions will be purely on a temporary basis initially and may be extended for further period depending upon the requirement and the tenure of project/cell.

4. Selected candidates may be allowed hostel accommodation at the institute, as per availability. Where the hostel accommodation is not possible, house rent allowance (HRA) will be paid as per the rules of the Institute subject to the condition that HRA payable, in no case, shall be more than the rates payable to Central Govt./WII Employee(s) in that area. Other allowances and benefits to the research personnel would be admissible as per the rules of the Institute, amended from time to time.

5. The selection of the candidates will be based on the walk-in-interview to be held on Monday, 6th February 2012 at the Wildlife Institute of India, Dehra Dun. The registration of candidates will begin by 09:00 A.M. onwards.

6. Canvassing in any form is liable to rejection of the candidature.

7. Candidates should bring the duly filled-in applications with attested true copies of testimonials of educational qualifications, research experience, extracurricular activities, date of birth etc., along with copies of mark sheets of all examinations. All original documents should be produced at the time of registration.

8. Application Form without enclosures and/or incomplete in any respect shall be liable to rejection.

9. One way travel expenses will be paid to the selected candidate, upon joining the Institute and producing the proof of journey ‘tickets’. The expense will be limited to actual 2nd class rail/bus fare by the shortest route to Dehra Dun from his/her place of stay/residence.

10. The Institute will not provide accommodation for candidates appearing for the interview.

11. The application form can be downloaded from the Institute’s website www.wii.gov.in.

12. The Director, WII reserves the right to reject any candidature in view of incomplete information provided by the candidate or for any other reason.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

http://www.wii.gov.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=543:engagement-of-research-associate-through-walk-in-interview-on-6th-february-2012&catid=85:recruitment