BEST India 2012:Biotechnology Entrepreneurship Student Teams

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BEST India 2012

Biotechnology Entrepreneurship Student Teams

BEST-India BEST-India (Biotechnology Entrepreneurship Student Teams) is aimed at encouraging young postgraduate and doctoral students in developing biotechnology entrepreneurship and exposing them to issues involved in commercialization of bio-science.

METHODOLOGY: A nationwide ‘Call for Proposals’ in the area of life sciences that has commercialization potentialwill be announced through various communication media.

Students have to form a team comprising of 5 team members, identify a team leader and a faculty member/mentor as a Guide. The Guide is optional and not a part of the team.

Each team will submit a Concept Note based on which a Panel will screen the applications and shortlist 20 teams. These 20 teams will attend a fully paid for high quality Entrepreneurship Workshop that will familiarize them on matters related to starting a business venture like Business Plans, IP & Patenting Strategies, Raising Finance, Business Strategies, HR Practices and Communication Skills.

At the end of the Workshop, each team will develop a business plan based on their Concept and learning from the Workshop and make a ten minute power point presentation to the Jury. The Jury will evaluate and critique each of the business plans and identify 3 winning teams.

The 3 Winning teams will be awarded Prize money of Rs.500,000/-, Rs. 300,000/- and Rs. 200,000/ respectively.

The winning teams will also begiven an opportunity to attend and present their business plans at ABLE’s Annual BioInvest Conference. BioInvest is ABLE’s flagship conference that brings together on one platform Life Science Companies, Institutional Investors and Investment Bankers to explore opportunities for investment.

ELIGIBILITY:

The scheme is sponsored by The Department of Biotechnology, (www.dbtindia.nic.in) Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India and managed and administered by Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises, ABLE – India. (http://www.ableindia.org/)

Applicants must be students who are currently pursuing their masters (including 5 year integrated post graduate degree), doctoral degree, BE or B Tech courses or four year professional courses in the area of life sciences (bioscience/ biotechnology and/or related subjects) from Indian universities / Institutes.

The applicants should form a team of 5 students and nominate a team leader. The individual team members may or may not be from the same Institute / University. One third of the team members can be from disciplines other than life sciences.

Each team will submit only one entry. A participant can be a member of only one team.

Core biotechnology disciplines under which Concept Notes will be invited include Agriculture, Aquaculture, Alternate Energy / Bio-energy, Biological Applications, Bioprocess Engineering, Drug discovery & Development, Environment, Food, Human Resource Development, Medical, Medical Diagnostics, Medical devices, Medical Therapeutics, Nanobiology / Nanobiotechnology, and Vaccines.

The proposals could be either for product, service or an application.

Important: The proposals will be screened stringently for plagiarism. If plagiarism is found at any given stage of the programme, the team will be debarred & the head of the institution will be notified.

JURY

A panel of judges will screen the applications. The Jury consists of eminent persons from academia, industry and investment sector.

SCREENING & JURY EVALUATION

The Concept Notes will be screened for:

Innovativeness of the idea

Techno economic feasibility and scalability of the idea

Commercialization & Market potential of the idea

Clarity of communication

Twenty teams that score the highest points will be selected to attend the Entrepreneurship Development  Workshop.

CONTACT PERSON:

Chandrika. A

Email: best@ableindia.org

Official Address:

ABLE Secretariat

No.123/C, 16th Main,

5th Cross, 4th Block,

Koramangala,

Bangalore 560034

INDIA

Website: http://www.ableindia.org/

Help Desk :

Monday to Friday

02.00 pm to 4.00 pm on +91-80-4163 6853

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://best2012.ableindia.in/index.php

Project fellow post at Special Centre for Molecular Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru University

SPECIAL CENTRE FOR MOLECULAR MEDICINE
JAWAHARLAL NEHRU UNIVERSITY, NEW DELHI

POSITION AVAILABLE

 ADVERTISEMENT No.:  JNU/SCMM/UGC-SAP/PF/2011/01                           Dt. 13/12/2011       

University Grants Commission has approved financial assistance to Special Centre for Molecular Medicine at Jawaharlal Nehru University for the duration of 5 years under Special Assistance Programme (SAP). The thrust areas for research and teaching identified are ‘Metabolic Disorders and Infectious Diseases’.  More details about UGC-SAP are available at UGC website:  www.ugc.nic.in
Applications are invited for the following purely temporary positions under UGC-Special Assistance Programme (UGC-SAP, DRS-I) at Special Centre for Molecular Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.

Project Fellow (One position)

Essential Qualifications

Second class Masters Degree with minimum 55% marks (50% in case of SC/ST/PH) or M.Phil. in biological sciences / chemistry or related subjects. The candidates possessing first class B.Tech degree or MBBS degree are also eligible to be appointed as project fellows.
Knowledge of basic instruments commonly used in biological research and computer application is desirable.
The candidate to be appointed as project fellows should be below the age of 40 years at the time of appointment.

Desirable Qualifications:

1.Experience in Analytical Separation like HPLC and nano LC

2. Experience in Mass Spectrometry and allied mass analysis platforms

3.Experience in Bacterial Biofilms, Microbiology and Flow Cells.

The appointment of the Project Fellow will be made with the consolidated salary of Rs. 8000/- per month (consolidated) according to the rules & regulations of the UGC-SAP. The initial appointment will be for one year and will be annually extended based on satisfactory performance of the fellow.

No TA / DA is admissible for attending the interview.

Application along with detailed bio-data and documents/certificates supporting your candidature should be dispatched by post so as to reach the centre by 30/12/2011.  The application should be addressed to Coordinator, UGC-SAP, Special Centre for Molecular Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi – 110067

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

Dr. Prafulla K. Pani Research Fellowship at JNU

SPECIAL CENTRE FOR MOLECULAR MEDICINE
JAWAHAR LAL NEHRU UNIVERSITY
NEW DELHI-110067

Dr. Prafulla K. Pani Research Fellowship

The former Director of Central Avian Research Institute (CARI), Izatnagar (U.P.) Dr. Prafulla Kumar Pani has desired to offer a short term fellowship to a suitable candidate from the interest raised from his generous donation to the ‘Special Centre for Molecular Medicine’ at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.

‘Dr. Prafulla K. Pani research fellowship’ is a short term fellowship of Rs. 8,000 per month (consolidated) and is available for completing a research-based dissertation, thesis or report to be carried out at the Special Centre for Molecular Medicine (SCMM).

Essential qualifications & Experience:

1. MBBS/BVSc or M.Sc. (First class) with one year working experience in BSL-I microbiology laboratory/ handling microbes and mass spectrometry based analysis of metabolites for research and diagnostics.
2. Experience of handling analytical instruments and/or maintaining and handling molecular and cell biology laboratory instruments. Should have good communication and inter -personal skills.
3. Working knowledge of computer is essential.

Desired Experience:

1. Working under hospital conditions and/or handling clinical samples.
2. Working on Bacterial Biofilms and Flow Cells.
3. Working with small animals models for research.

Application with an updated bio-data (including two letters of references and a small write up on the area of research interest) should be mailed by post at the address given below so as to reach our office by 30th December’2011.

The Chairperson,
Special Centre for Molecular Medicine
Jawaharlal Nehru University,
New Delhi – 110067
Tele-fax: 011-26741781
       011-26704559
Email: chair_scmm@mail.jnu.ac.in, Website: www.jnu.ac.in

JRF post (Cellulolsic ethanol production) at MNNIT, Allahabad

DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED MECHANICS

MOTILAL NEHRU NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Allahabad – 211 004

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Applications on plain paper with complete bio-data along with self-attested photocopies of candidate’s professional certificates are invited from Indian nationals for the post of Junior Research Fellow (on contract) to work in research project entitled “Process development for cellulosic ethanol production from Himalayan Chir pine (Pinus roxburghii) forest waste” sanction order no. No.SR/FT/LS-112/2009 (G) sponsored by Department of Science and Technology. The application completed in all respects should reach to: Dean (R&C), Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad-211004 on or before 05 January 2011. The envelope should be superscribed as “Application for the post of Junior Research Fellow (on contract) in the Project “Process development for cellulosic ethanol production from Himalayan Chir pine (Pinus roxburghii) forest waste”. A soft copy of the application should also be sent to the email address of the sn5@mnnit.ac.in  (Principal Investigator/Coordinator). Short listed applicants are requested to present themselves for the interview with updated CV and original mark sheets / certificates in support of their academic qualifications. The position is purely temporary and will be governed by the Administrative rules/service conditions of Research & Consultancy Cell, MNNIT.

QUALIFICATIONS: Post graduation degree (M.Tech/M.Sc or equivalent) in Biochemical Engineering/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/ Analytical chemistry/ Microbiology with first class. NET/GATE is compulsory and research experience in the field of bioprocess engineering/ enzyme technology or in the relevant area.

FELLOWSHIP: Rs.16000+ HRA for two years and Rs.18000 +HRA in third year

OTHER BENEFITS Accommodation may be available as per the availability and Institutes norms in lieu of HRA. Eligible candidate may be entitled to register for PhD/M.Tech. Program of the Institute. Facility of yearly leave, carryover leave, medical benefits etc. may be available as per the applicable rules for project staff.

AGE LIMIT: 28 years (age in all cases relaxable by five years for SC/ST, OBC, Women and Physically handicapped candidates)

NUMBER OF POST: 01 (one)

PROJECT DURATION: Appointment will be made on contract basis for a period of one year initially, which may be extended depending on the performance evaluation on yearly basis till the end of project.

NOTE: (i) No TA/DA will be paid for their appearing in the interview.

(ii) Candidates will be informed by e-mail about the interview date. So, candidate must provide valid e-mail IDs in their applications.

(iii) Mere, possessing the prescribed qualification does not ensure that the candidate would be called for interview.

(iv)The Institute reserves the right to accept application at any time, and consider candidates of exceptional credentials without applications. Qualification and experience may be relaxed by the Institute at any point of time for otherwise exceptional candidates.

(v) The applicant will be responsible for the authenticity of information, other documents and photographs submitted.

(vi) Applicants in employment (private, government or any other organization) are required to submit a “No Objection Certificate” from the employer at the time of interview.

CONTACT PERSON: Dr. Sangeeta Negi, Assistant Professor, Biotechnology, Applied Mechanics

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.mnnit.ac.in/images/stories/advertisement-JRF-Pine_project.pdf

JRF post(Functionalization of wheat grains for increasing bioavailable nutrients) at MNNIT, Allahabad

DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED MECHANICS

MOTILAL NEHRU NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

ALLAHABAD

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Applications on plain paper with complete bio-data along with self-attested photocopies of candidate’s professional certificates are invited from Indian nationals for the post of Junior Research Fellow ( on contract) to work in research project entitled “Functionalization of wheat grains for enhancement of bioavailable micronutrients through reduction of phytic acid food inhibitor” sanction order No. SR/FT/LS-107/2009 (G ) by Government of India, Ministry of Science & Technology, Department of Science &Technology, New Delhi . The application completed in all respects should reach to: Dean (R&C),Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad-211004 on or before January 10, 2012. The envelope should be superscribed as “Application for the post of Junior Research Fellow (on contract) in the Project “Functionalization of wheat grains for enhancement of bioavailable micronutrients through reduction of phytic acid food inhibitor”. A soft copy of the application should also be sent to the email address of the singhnand@gmail.com, nksingh@mnnit.ac.in (Principal Investigator/ Coordinator). Short listed applicants are requested to present themselves for the interview with updated CV and original mark sheets/certificates in support of their academic qualifications. The position is purely temporary and will be governed by the Administrative rules/service conditions of Research & Consultancy Cell, MNNIT.

QUALIFICATIONS: Post Graduation degree (M.Tech./M.Sc or equivalent) in  Biotechnology/Genetics/Molecular Biology/Microbiology/Biochemistry with NET / GATE and research experience in the field of Molecular biology/ Genetics/ Microbiology/Biochemistry or in the relevant area.

FELLOWSHIP: Rs. 16000/- per month+ HRA for two years and Rs. 18000 per month +HRA in third year.

OTHER BENEFITS: Accommodation may be available as per the availability and Institutes norms in lieu of HRA.Eligible candidate may be entitled to register for Ph.D./M. Tech Program of the Institute. Facility of yearly leave, carryover leave, medical benefits etc. may be available as per the applicable rules for project staff.

AGE LIMIT: 28 years (age in all cases relaxable by five years for SC/ST, OBC, Women and Physically

handicapped candidates).

NUMBER OF POST: 01 (One)

PROJECT DURATION: Appointment will be made on contract basis for a period of one year initially, which may be extended depending on the performance evaluation on yearly basis till the end of project.

NOTE: (i) No TA/DA will be paid for their appearing in the interview.

(ii) Candidates will be informed by e-mail about the interview date. So, candidate must provide valid email IDs and contact number in their applications.

(iii) Mere, possessing the prescribed qualification does not ensure that the candidate would be called for interview.

(iv)The Institute reserves the right to accept application at any time, and consider candidates of exceptional credentials without applications. Qualification and experience may be relaxed by the Institute at any point of time for otherwise exceptional candidates.

(v) The applicant will be responsible for the authenticity of information, other documents and photographs submitted.

(vi)Applicants in employment (private, government or any other organization) are required to submit a “No Objection Certificate” from the employer at the time of interview.

CONTACT PERSON:  Dr. Nand Kumar Singh, Principal Investigator, Assistant Professor, Biotechnology, Applied Mechanics

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

http://www.mnnit.ac.in/images/stories/tenders/Wheat__molecular_project.pdf

Lab Assistant post at Biochemistry Department, BHU

BANARAS HINDU UNIVERSITY

POST: Lab Assistant

STIPEND: Rs 11000/-

SPONSORING AGENCY: DST

PROJECT CODE: P-07/493

DURATION: 3 years

NATURE OF POST: Temporary, Co-terminus with project

QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate degree or Intermediate with 3 years experience

AGE LIMIT: 30 years, relaxable up to 3 years for OBC, and 5 years for SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female candidates

Upper age limit will be relaxed for earlier work on project etc. in BHU.

Applications on plain paper giving biodata supported by attested documents and names of 2 refrees shoul reach the Pricipal Investigaor, DST project, Department of Biochemistry, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Vranasi-221005 within 15 days of this advertisement(Date of advertisement: 14.12.2011)No TA/SA will be paid for attending the interview.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.bhu.ac.in/Advetisment/dec2011/dst.pdf

4th International Conference on Drug Discovery and Therapy at Dubai, UAE

4th International Conference on Drug Discovery and Therapy

February 12th - 15th, 2012, Dubai, UAE

This unique international conference provides a platform for all pharmaceutical scientists, internists and primary care physicians to discuss and learn about all the important international breakthrough developments in drug discovery and on new therapeutics.

This conference organized by Eureka Science with the support of the Higher Colleges of Technology, UAE, focuses on the interdisciplinary fields of drug discovery, drug therapy and translational medicine.

TOPICS:

1.Academic CRO/Industrial collaborations in drug discovery 2.Anti-Cancer Drug Discovery & Therapy 3.Anti-Infectives 4.Biologics 5.Cardiovascular Drug Discovery & Therapy 6.Combinatorial Chemistry 7.CNS Drug Discovery & Therapy 8.Diabetes and Obesity Drug Discovery & Therapy 9.Drug Delivery & Targeting 10.Drug Discovery in Preclinical Research a.De-risking Drug discovery b.Hit to Lead and Lead Optimization 11.Drug Metabolism 12.Enabling Technologies 13.High-throughput Screening & Laboratory automation  14.Hot Topics in Drug Targets 15.Hot Topics in HIV Research 16.Hot Topics in Medicinal Chemistry 17.Hot Topics in Natural Products 18.Inflammation and Immunology 19.Innovative Drug Discovery and Nanotechnology 20.In-silico Drug Design and in-silico screening 21.Medical Imaging 22.Nutraceutical Drug Discovery & Therapy 23.Pharmaceutical Biotechnology 24.Pharmaceutical Research & Development a.Successful Drug Discovery from the Research Lab to the Marketplace i.First disclosure of Clinical Compounds ii.Case Histories of Drugs on the Marketb.Global Roundup of Pharmaceutical Research capabilities and Opportunities i.Middle East ii.China iii.Japan & Far East iv.North America v.Europe vi.South America  vii.India & Asia viii.Africa c.Global Discovery Outsourcing d.Generic Pharmaceuticals: Challenges and Opportunities e.Regulatory Affairs f.Other Areas of Pharmaceutical R & D 25.Pharmacogenomics 26.Process Chemistry and Drug Manufacturing 27.Protein and Peptide Sciences 28.Proteomics & Bioinformatics 29.Pulmonary Drug Discovery & Therapy 30.Recent Advances in Patient Treatment and Care  31.Recent Advances in Spectroscopy 32.Regenerative Medicine a.Stem Cells  b.Gene Therapy c.Tissue Engineering d.Recent Developments in Regenerated Medicine 33.Stereoselective Synthesis of Bioactive Compounds 34.Structural Biology 35.Translational Medicine 36.Women’s Health Drug Discovery & Therapy

CALL FOR PAPERS:

Abstracts submitted for the plenary lectures, invited lectures, session lectures and poster presentation will be reviewed on the basis of scientific merit, novelty and practical application. Please submit abstracts at info@icddt.com or mahmood@icddt.com. The abstracts should not exceed 200 words & should be written in English include paper title, listing the principle author & completing all the contact details (organisation, mailing address, E-mail, phone, fax & additional authors).

You must be registered as a delegate to be able to present a poster.

DEADLINE FOR POSTER ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS: 31st December 2011 Poster Size, Poster Preparation Instructions

DEADLINE FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSION TO PRESENT A TALK: 31st December 2011

4th International Conference on Drug Discovery & Therapy

P.O. Box 121223

SAIF Zone

Sharjah

United Arab Emirates

Email: info@icddt.com

URL:   www.icddt.com

Tel:  +971-6-5575783

Fax: +971-6-5575784

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.icddt.com/index.htm