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Websites to checkout TamilNadu HSC(XII-12th) Results

admin — Fri, 06 May 2011 14:43:54 +0000

After a long wait the judgement day is yet to come. Students are waiting eagerly to know their marks and to step into the next stage of their life. Here is the collection of websites to check out your HSC results asa soon as it releases. To avoid the delay we have provided a list of more than ten websites. All the best for everyone..

10 Interesting Websites for Space & Astronomy Lovers

Do you Know? [Robert Bunsen]

admin — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 05:28:33 +0000

Today March 31 is the Birthday of the Great Chemist Robert Wilhelm Eberhard Bunsen (31 March 1811 - 16 August 1899).He was a German Chemist.

Robert Bunsen

He was Known for Discovery of cacodyl radical, discoveries of caesium and rubidium.Invention of the Bunsen burner, carbon-zinc electrochemical cell, methods of gas analysis, development of spectrochemical analysis.

He Discovered caesium and rubidium with Gustav Kirchoff.The Bunsen–Kirchhoff Award for spectroscopy is named after Bunsen and Kirchhoff.Let us all celebrate his birthday:)

>A new 3D map of the interstellar gas within 300 parsecs from the Sun

Nature by Numbers – An Awesome Short Movie

admin — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:34:26 +0000

“Nature by Numbers” is an awesome short movie taken by Cristóbal Vila.The movie inspired on numbers, geometry and nature.

Cristóbal explains the video as follows:

Artists and architects have used since ancient times many geometrical and mathematical properties: we could take some examples simply by observing the refined use of the proportions by architects from Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome or other Renaissance artist like Michaelangelo, Da vinci or Raphael.

But what is more surprising for me is that many of these properties and mathematical developments are also present in NATURE. We could find countless cases, but I want to refer only of them on this short animation: The Fibonacci Series and Spiral/The Golden and Angle Ratios / The Delaunay Triangulation and Voronoi Tessellations.

Watch Nature by Numbers Movie:

10 Interesting Websites for Space & Astronomy Lovers

Swamykant — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 03:51:58 +0000

Are you space and astronomy buffs? If yes we have an excellent collection of 13 Best Space and Astronomy Wesbites for you. These astronomy websites can take you on a journey through space. Check the universe via your desktop.

1. NASA

The website’s news section covers all the latest happenings at NASA, frequently updated with exclusive images and videos. There’s also various news topics to check out, like Moon & Marsand Aeronautics. NASA’s multimedia section is where the fun’s at, though.

2. Google and Space

3.Space.com

One of the best space and astronomy news websites, Space.com offers more than just current headlines. These guys know what they’re talking about, with great coverage and exclusive articles that are well written, in depth, and even syndicated to major media outlets.

4. We Choose the Moon

The site was set up to commemorate that historic event. he mission is recreated in precise detail right from pre-launch with actual voiceovers. You can change the views and also click on hotspots to view related media galleries.

5. Explore Mars Now

This website simulates a tour through the Martian landscape and a human colonized habitat. The walkthrough is a lesson in the science, technology, and design challenges that will be required to land man on the Red Planet.

6. Neave Planetarium

This is a browser-based simulated planetarium that allows you to observe stars, constellations, and planets by specific location.

7. Sky-Map

The site features a high resolution sky map with celestial objects that are outside our solar system mapped out. The sky map interactive chart is useful for both amateur and professional astronomers.

8. Gigagalaxy Zoom

Gigagalaxy Zoom shows the full sky as it appears to the unaided eye. The second zoom view is of one that appears with a hobby telescope. The final zoom level reveals the details of an iconic nebula.

9. Galaxy Zoo

If you have some basic knowledge of galaxies and how they are classified, this worldwide project could do with your help. It’s all about directing the power of Internet users to work through sixty million galaxies and help classify the galaxies according to specific patterns like shapes of spirals and color.

10. Google Sky

Google Sky includes a number of different ways to explore the universe. The initial view shows the visible universe and is a mosaic of images from the Sloan Digital Sky Survey, the Digitized Sky Survey and the Hubble Space Telescope.

11. Google Mars

This map of Mars, published by Percival Lowell in 1895, was the result of many years spent carefully studying the Red Planet through his telescope. Now you can do the same through your web browser.

12. SpaceDaily

SpaceDaily is the online news resource for industry professionals and fans alike. The website plainly displays news content, frequently updated with the latest happenings.

13. HubbleSite

These astronomy websites work not only because they are cool, but because they combine precise facts with imagery which helps us to understand the vastness of space. Do you have any interactive space based websites worth a deeper look? Do let us know.

via my Tech Blog - YourDigitalSpace

Top Aeronautical Engineering Colleges in India

admin — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 10:00:30 +0000

Eligibility: +2 Science; high percentage of marks in Science subjects and qualifying exam (JEE).

The Aeronautical Society of India:

The Society, established in 1948, conducts Associate Membership Examination consisting of two sections (Section A and Section B).A candidate who has passed 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, obtaining 50% or more marks in each subject is eligible for appearing in this examination. In addition, candidates possessing other qualifications, as detailed in the prospectus, are also eligible.Examinations are half twice a year, in June and December, in nine centres. Successful candidates are designated as Associate Member of the Aeronautical Society of India (AMAeSI) which is recognized as equivalent to B.Tech (Aeronautical Engineering).
Website: http://www.aesi-hyd.com/

Academy Of Aerospace and Aviation.
2,Swadesh Bhawan,
Press Complex,
A.B.Road, Indore.(MP)
Phone :0731-5004485,5043397, 9826330824
Website: http://www.aaaindore.com
E-Mail: aaaii@sify.com

Bangalore Institute of Aeronautical Engineering and Information Technology.
# 5, SRS Complex, NGEF Layout,
80 Feet Road, Nagarabavi,
Bangalore – 560 072.(Karnataka)
Phone & Fax : 080 23216677, 23216678, 57625678,9880236789, 37308799
Website: http://www.biait.org
E-Mail: info@biait.org

School of Aviation Science and Technology.
Delhi Flying Club, Safdarjung Airport,
New Delhi
Website: http://www.delhiflyingclub.org

Indian Institute of Aeronautics.
C-66, SECTOR-2, KESHAR SINGH MARG, DEFENCE COLONY,
DEHRADUN-248001, UTTARAKHAND(INDIA)
Website: http://www.iiaedehradun.org
email: iiaedehradun@gmail.com

PUNE INSTITUTE OF AVATION TECHNOLOGY
Survey No-12
Opp. Ravidarshan Bldg,
Near Akashvani,
Hadapsar,Pune – 411028
Maharashtra
Emailid: info@puneiat.org
Website: www.puneiat.org

Indian Institute of Technology
Kanpur
Website: www.iitk.ac.in

Research Associate and JRF Opening at Jawaharlal Nehru University.

admin — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 07:09:24 +0000

Positions available

Applications are invited from for the post of RA and JRF in the project entitled “Integrated Transcriptomics, Proteomics approach to understand response of Rice seedlings towards salinity stress”. The project is valid for a period of three years (2010-2013).

Post No 01: JRF@ Rs16000/-p.m + HRA [UGC/CSIR NET qualified candidates only]

Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in any branch of Life Science with good academic records (Ist division).

Desirable Qualification: Strong desire to work on plant and microbial system with good knowledge of routine molecular biology techniques as well as analytical techniques such as 2-D DIGE, HPLC, GC MS etc.

Post No 02: RA @ Rs. 22000/p.m. + HRA

Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in any branch of Life Science with good academic records (Ist division).

Applications are also invited for the post of RA and TA/Field Assistant in the project entitled “Exploring the Global changes in Transcriptome and Proteome in Transgenic B. juncea plants with altered expression of genes involved in osmosensing (BjHK1) and Ion Homeostasis (BjSOS2)”. The project is valid for a period of three years (2010-2013).

Post No 03: RA @ Rs. 22000/p.m. + HRA

Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in any branch of Life Science with good academic records (Ist division).

Post No 04: LA/Field Assistant @Rs. 8000/-p.m.

Essential Qualification: 10+2 from a recognized board with good academic records. Basic knowledge of operating computer and typing is essential.

Desirable Qualification: Experience of working at similar equivalent post and knowledge of shorthand will be preferred.

Sealed applications with complete biodata, names of two referees and proof of experience should reach undersigned before close of 15th January 2010. Ashwani Pareek, 401, School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi 110067, India.

Email: ashwanipareek@gmail.com.
See http://www.jnu.ac.in/Faculty/ashwani/ for more information on ongoing research in the laboratory.

Project Assistant Walk-in at Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute

admin — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 07:02:06 +0000

Project Assistant I – 6 Posts
Last Date:- 2011-01-18
Salary :- Rs. 8000/- fixed

Qualification:-
B.Sc. (Chemistry/Botany) /B.R.S preferably with 2-3 years of experience in laboratory.

General Conditions:-

Maximum age: 28 years as on 02 Dec., 2010 for Project Assistant-II and 25 years for Project Assistant-I, relaxable as per rules.

These posts are purely temporary for duration of sponsored project /scheme only. It would, therefore, not confer any right / claim implicit or explicit for any candidate for claiming extension or absorption in CSMCRI / CSIR.

Preference will be given to candidates having relevant experience. The interested candidates meeting with above stated requirements may attend walk-in-interview on 18th January, 2011 at 10.00AM at Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Gijubhai Badheka Marg, Bhavnagar-364 002, Gujarat with a copy of detailed bio-data enclosing photocopies of all certificates, reprints etc. No travelling or any other allowances will be paid for attending the interview.

For info Project Assistant Walk-in at Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute

DBT Sponsored Workshop on In-silico Drug Discovery Based on the Integration of Bioinformatics and Chemoinformatics at Biotechnology Park, Lucknow

admin — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 06:47:07 +0000

The Workshop

Drug discovery is an expensive and time taking process and therefore new approaches based on chemoinformatics and bioinformatics are being adopted.The knowledge of the 3D structures of protein targets is now playing a major role at all stages of drug discovery. The distinct nature of biological and chemical information requires the integrated capabilities of both bioinformatics and chemo-informatics to decipher existing and hidden relationships. Bioinformatics and chemo-informatics have largely evolved independently from biology and chemistry. Cheminformatics is an inter-disciplinary subject of storage, processing and retrieval of chemical information. Bioinformatics and chemoinformatics have significantly assisted in lead optimization, fingerprinting, pharmacophore designing, target identification, QSAR and their application can lead to discovery of new molecules. Molecular modeling using 3D graphics and optimization techniques helps the scientists to understand how drugs bind to proteins in the body. Classically, protein structure has been exploited in lead optimization, a process that uses structure to guide the chemical modification of a lead molecule to give an optimized fit in terms of shape, hydrogen bonds and other non-covalent interactions with the target. Protein structure can also be used in target identification and selection.

Any homologue of identified known structure can be modeled using a variety of comparative modeling procedures. Lead modification is used for modification in order to improve desired pharmacological properties. A small part of a lead compound may be involved in the appropriate interaction. The relevant groups on a molecule that interact with receptor and are responsible for activity are collectively known as pharmacophore.

The workshop aims:

To familiarize the researchers and students with applications of bioinformatics and chemoinformatics in drug discovery.
To familiarize participants with current advances in the macromolecule structure prediction, including protein structure, protein folding, molecular dynamics and simulation.
To acquaint participants with in- silico chemical and structural fingerprinting, designing and preparation of lead molecules for drug designing and various tools and techniques to bioinformatics and chemoinformatics.
Objectives

The participants of the workshop will be accessing online resources of macromolecule libraries, sketching chemical compounds and building 3-D molecules, drug designing. They would also learn about prediction and analysis of various properties of compounds, bimolecular and structure prediction and visualization and analysis. The practical knowledge gained through this workshop will help them in enhancing their skills in utilizing tools for their application in basic and industrial research and employment potential.

Workshop Contents

The workshop will consist of lectures, group discussions, case studies, exchange & sharing of experience on :

Bioinformatics and its application
Biological Databases
Functional Genomics and Proteomics
Structural Bioinformatics
Proteins 3-D Structure Prediction
Drug Designing & Case study
Science involved in disease target identification
Pocket/ Active site identification
Lead identification and optimization
In-silico generation of novel ligand molecules
Target ligand docking
3-D Quantitative Structure Activity Relationships
Rational drug discovery
RNA Interference

Who should attend?

Scientists / Research fellows (National Laboratories & Universities) and Graduate / Post graduate students in Engineering / Biological / Chemical sciences/ Medical discipline.

Duration: February 23 – 25, 2011

Venue
Biotech Park,
Sector-G, Jankipuram,
Near Biotech Square, Kursi Road,
Lucknow-226021, (U.P.), India.
E-mail : info@biotechpark.org.in, sna.biotechpark@gmail.com
www.biotechpark.org.in

Number of Participants: SEATS ARE AVALABLE.

Registration Fee

Rs 2,000/- per participant. The registration fee includes lectures/presentation handouts, stationary, local transportation, lunch and tea. Fee is to be paid through bank draft drawn in favour of “CEO, Biotech Park, Lucknow”, Completed registration form along with the fee should reach, CEO, Biotech Park on or before February 21, 2011.

Faculty

The faculty will consist of scientists and teachers from local institutions who have wide experience in bioinformatics, Genomics & Proteomics, drug development and biotechnology.

Accommodation

Lucknow has different categories of Hotels. Person desiring Hotel accommodation are adviced to book their accommodation directly. For Guest House accommodation contact us by E-mail skgupta@biotechpark.org.in, sna.biotechpark@gmail.com or by phone 0522-4053000/ 10.

Taj Residency (www.tajhotel.com)
Gemini Continental (www.geminicontinental.com)
Hotel Sagar International (www.hotelsagar.com)
Hotel Clarks Avadh (www.clarksavadh.com)
Deep Hotel (Phone 0522-2223670)
City Hotel (Phone 0522-2202676)
FOR MORE DETAILS CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD BROCHURE AND REGISTRATION FORM

For any queries please contact with

Sunil Kumar Gupta
Convener, Bioinformatics Workshop,
Bioinformatics Center
Biotech Park
Lucknow (U.P.) India
Phone No.: 0522-4053010, Mob:- 09235838433

Email:sna.biotechpark@gmail.com, skgupta@biotechpark.org.in

DBT Sponsored Workshop on In-silico Drug Discovery Based on the Integration of Bioinformatics and Chemoinformatics at Biotechnology Park, Lucknow

Jobs at MAHARSHI DAYANAND UNIVERSITY, ROHTAK

admin — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 06:37:54 +0000

Advertisement No. 4/2010.

Applications on prescribed form are invited from eligible candidates for the following Teaching and Non-Teaching posts latest by 27.01.2011:-

Budgeted Teaching Posts: Professor in Bio-Technology-(UR),Reader/Associate Professor in Bioinformatics -1 (SC), Microbiology-1 (UR),Biochemistry-1(UR); Assistant Professors/Lecturers in Centre forBiotechnology-2 (1 UR & 1 SC), Commerce-3 (UR), Computer Science &Applications-3(UR-2, SC-1);

Teaching Posts under Self Financing Scheme: Professors in UIET-2 URECE, 2 UR CSE & 2 UR ME; Assistant Professors in UIET-4 (3 UR, 1SC)ECE, 4 (3UR, 1SC) CSE & 4(3UR, 1SC) ME; Lecturers in UIET-2UR Math& 2UR Physics; Training-cum-Placement Officer in UIET-1UR; Lecturer inTourism Management -1UR;

Budgeted Non-Teaching Posts: Clerk-cum Jr. Data Entry Operators-50(Gen-12, BCA-3, BCB-4, SC-8, ESM-20 (Gen-10, BCA-3, BCB-4, SC-3)Sportsmen-2 (BCA-1, SC-1), PH-1); Vehicle Cleaner-1UR;

Non-Teaching Posts under Self Financing Scheme: Lab. Technicians- 3UR, Lab. Attendants -10 (Gen-4, SC-2, BCA-2, BCB-1, ESM (Gen)-1; Jr.Store Keeper-1UR; Cashier-1UR.

For qualifications, pay scale, procedure for obtaining application form,selection criteria, and other relevant details/information, please visit University Website www.mdurohtak.com.

Faculty positions in Cellular Immunology at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR)

admin — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 06:25:54 +0000

The Molecular Biology and Genetics Unit at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Bangalore invites applications for faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level in the area of Cellular Immunology with a focus on human disease. We are looking for individuals who will develop vigorous, extramurally funded, research programs that will integrate with the highly collaborative scientific environment at the Institute. The Institute offers excellent, well-equipped, laboratory space and extensive shared facilities, including animal, molecular biology, confocal, microarray, massspec, flow cytometry and bio-imaging laboratories. The candidates are expected to establish a strong and independent research programs and share teaching responsibilities.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in biology or a related discipline, 3-4 years of postdoctoral exposure, and teaching experience. Please send curriculum vitae, description of achievements and research interests, and the names of three references to:

Faculty search Coordinator
Molecular Biology and Genetics Unit
Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research
Jakkur (PO), Bangalore-560 064, INDIA
Email: mbgu_fs@jncasr.ac.in

For info Faculty positions in Cellular Immunology at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR)

National Symposium at Shivaji College, Raja Garden, New Delhi

admin — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 07:26:21 +0000

The Department of Botany,Shivaji College is organizing a NATIONAL SYMPOSIUM on “FRONTIERS AND AVENUES IN PLANT SCIENCES” on 20th and 21st January, 2011.

An important feature of the event is an Intercollege Competition For Undergraduate Students as per details mentioned below –

1. Rangoli competition (One team of two students/ college)

2. Poster making (Individual entry)

3. Plant identification (Individual entry)

Kindly send the names of the participants latest by 10 th January , 2011 to the undersigned.Please see the Registration form for details.

Dr.Prabhavathi Dr.Shashi Nijhawan
Convenor Principal
Email: shivaji.botany@yahoo.com Shivaji College,
Tel.: 9818977807 (University of Delhi),
Raja Garden, New Delhi.

Registration form

For info National Symposium at Shivaji College, Raja Garden, New Delhi

Information on Answers.com Scholarship program 2011

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 09:26:35 +0000

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Who is eligible for the scholarship?

Ò Applicants must be high school seniors or students enrolled in undergraduate classes in college.

Ò Applicants must be citizens of the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, India, Ireland, or New Zealand.

Ò Applicants must have answered a minimum of fifty (50) questions on the Answers.com website.

Ò Applicants must be planning to enroll in undergraduate classes in a college located in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, India, Ireland, or New Zealand for the fall term immediately following announcement of winners.

When does the program start?

The applications will be available January 31, 2011.

When is the deadline for submission of materials?

All materials must be submitted to CSA with a postmark no later than March 28, 2011. Paper applications, along with other required materials, must be mailed in ONE envelope with a postmark date of March 28, 2011.

What constitutes a complete application packet?

1. A completed APPLICATION FORM including the signed TERMS OF AGREEMENT.

2. A list of the fifty (50) questions for which you believe you gave your best answers on the Answers.com site. It is not necessary to write out your answers.

What is the value of the scholarship award?

Financial awards will be determined annually by Answers.Com. During the program for academic year 2011-2012 twenty scholarships valued at $1,000 (US dollars) each will be awarded to recipients. Awards will be applied to expenses that relate directly to school expenditures, such as tuition, fees, books, materials, and any other expenses pertaining directly to your degree program. Awards may not be sued towards room and board.

What college may I attend?

You must attend a regionally accredited, public or private, two-year or four-year undergraduate college or university located in the U.S., Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, India, Ireland or New Zealand. The recipient’s school of choice in the United States must be exempt from federal income tax under Section (501) (c) (3) of the IRS Code. Funds will not be issued for any scholarship unless the school maintains that exemption. Schools located in Canada, United Kingdom, Austalia, India, Ireland, or New Zealand must meet governmental rules for non-profit institutions.

What if I am unable to attend consecutive semesters?

Extenuating circumstances requiring a student to sit out a semester must be explained in writing to CSA. You will be notified of the final decision.

How are winners selected?

Scholarship Selection Committee members consider the quality of the answers.

Who comprises the Scholarship Selection Committee?

Scholarship Selection Committee members include college presidents, registrars, financial aid officers, enrollment officers, and individuals from the community with a knowledge of and interest in higher education. Any combination of the above may comprise a committee.

What languages are acceptable for submission of materials?

All submissions, including answers given on the Answers.com website must be in English.

How will I be notified if I am chosen as a recipient?

All applicants will be notified of the decisions of the committee. Letters will be mailed to the student`s home address shortly after decisions are made.

Is this scholarship renewable?

No, this scholarship is for one-year only and is non-renewable.

If I am selected for an award, how will I receive payment?

Payment will be sent to your school’s financial aid office at the beginning of each semester or quarter provided you remain in school. Recipients will be required to provide CSA with a Payment Form each semester certifying enrollment.

What is the deadline for requesting payment if I am selected for an award?

Payment forms which are accessible from the www.scholarshipprograms.org homepage must be received by the Center for Scholarship Administration Scholarship Director’s Office by October 15 for Fall payments and March 15 for Spring payments. Payment forms must be signed by the student and submitted to their college to certify their enrollment and forwarded to the CSA Scholarship Director for payment. The award amount will be divided equally between semesters/quarters. Failure to submit the required materials will result in the permanent loss of the scholarship.

What will happen to unclaimed scholarship awards?

Forfeited funds must be returned to the Answers.com Scholarship Fund.

When must answers have been submitted to be eligible?

Students may include any answers they posted at any time prior to the March 28, 2011deadline.

Do answers submitted have to be original?

Yes. Any copyright infringement/plagiarism will result in withdrawal of the scholarship offer.

Will modifications of answers made by other contributors affect how your submission is judged?

No, the Scholarship Selection Committee will not take edits by other contributors into consideration. Only answers to previously unanswered question posted by the user on the Answers.com website will be evaluated. If the applicant did not answer any previously unanswered questions on Answers.com they will not be eligible.

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Refresher Course in Experimental Physics

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 09:01:21 +0000

Sponsored by
INDIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES, BANGALORE
INDIAN NATIONAL SCIENCE ACADEMY, NEW DELHI AND
THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES, INDIA, ALLAHABAD

This twenty-seventh course will be held from 22 March to 6 April 2011, in Bangalore in the Academy premises in Jalahalli. Participants in this course will gain hands-on experience with about 25 experiments, some at the B.Sc. level and some at the M.Sc. level with a low cost kit developed for the Indian Academy of Sciences, Bangalore, and manufactured by Messrs Ajay Sensors and Instruments, Bangalore.

The Refresher Course in Experimental Physics has been highly successful and the experiments have been included in the curricula of about 20 universities in the South. About sixty kits are being used in various universities and other high level institutions like the Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences of the University of Mumbai and TIFR.

The total number of seats in this course will be about 25; while the course is essentially meant for teachers in universities and colleges, a few seats will be available for students of III B.Sc. and I M.Sc. Physics courses.

Interested applicants must send their detailed bio-data (name; sex; date of birth; office address, mobile telephone number and e-mail address; educational qualifications; teaching and research experience and list of publications (in the case of faculty); and a brief statement as to why he/she would like to attend the course). This should be addressed to

Sri G. Madhavan Coordinator,
Science Education Programme
Indian Academy of Sciences
C.V. Raman Avenue
Sadashivanagar
Bangalore 560 080
e-mail: madhavan@ias.ernet.in

In the case of teacher applicants, the application should be forwarded by the Head of the Institution stating that leave will be sanctioned if the applicant is selected for the course. Selected participants will be intimated by e-mail by 31 January 2011. Selected participants will be paid the actual to and fro railway fare not exceeding three-tier AC fare. Boarding and lodging in Bangalore will be taken care of by the Academy. Last date for receiving applications will be 20 January 2011.

Bioinformatics National Certification (BINC) Examination—Jawaharlal Nehru University

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 08:51:42 +0000

Registration starts: 13 December 2010

Registration ends: 3 February 2011

Examination: 26–27 February 2011

Objective

Jawaharlal Nehru University, on behalf of Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, will conduct the BioInformatics National Certification (BINC) examination. The objective of this examination is to identify bioinformatics professionals. This will help potential employers in recruitment of candidates having exceptionally good bioinformatics skills.

Eligibility

Graduates and above in any science, agriculture, veterinary, medicine, pharmacy, engineering and technology are eligible to appear for the examination. They need not have any formal training, diploma or certificate in bioinformatics.

Application and syllabus

The online application can be filled from 13 December 2010 to 3 February 2011. Syllabus approved by National advisory committee is available online. It consists of five sections: Bioinformatics, Biology, Physical and Chemical Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics, and IT.

Examination

The examination fee is Rs 600 for candidates from open category and Rs 450 for reserved category candidates (as per Government of India rule). The examination is scheduled on 26–27 February 2011. The paper I will be of objective type. The paper II will be of short answer type, while the paper III will be a computer-based practical. Research fellowships for all the successful candidates those who are interested and qualified in pursuing Ph.D. in India will be awarded.In addition 10 cash prizes for top 10 successful candidates will be awarded.

Examination centres

University of Pune, Pune; Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi; West Bengal Technical University, Kolkata; Anna University, Chennai; Institute of Bioinformatics and Applied Biotechnology, Bangalore; University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad and North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong. Additional Centres will be announced soon.

For Registration and more information Bioinformatics National Certification (BINC) Examination—Jawaharlal Nehru University

JRF Opening for a DST funded project at SRM University, Chennai

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 08:41:49 +0000

Applications are invited for one JRF position from candidates having first class M.Sc./M.Tech. degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Biology and Biochemistry to work for a DST funded research project on ‘Genetic Engineering of Clostridium thermocellum for bioethanol production’ for three years. Experience in anaerobic fermentation and molecular biology is desirable. Consolidated salary of Rs 12,000 p.m. for the first two years and Rs 14,000 p.m. for the third year plus HRA will be provided. The selected candidates will be able to register for Ph.D. in SRM University.

Apply by e-mail or post within January 9, 2011 . To learn more about the SRM University log on to www.srmuniv.ac.in. Send your application to

Dr L. M. Saleena Assistant Professor,

Department of Bioinformatics SRM University,

Kattankulathur,

Tamil Nadu 603 203

e-mail: lmsaleena@ktr.srmuniv.ac.in Tel.: 044-2745 2270/2741 7777, Extn 1520

JRF Opening for a DST sponsered project at Bharathiar University

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 08:36:32 +0000

Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a DST project entitled ‘Structural Characterization of Integral Membrane Proteins with Proteolytic Activity from Pathogenic Bacterial Species’ funded by Department of Science and Technology (GOI).

Eligibility: M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Life Sciences with good academic record. Candidates who have cleared CSIR-UGC-JRF or NET/with Valid GATE scores/experience in Protein Purification, Bacterial Cloning are preferred.

Number of position: One

Fellowship: Rs 12,000 + HRA p.m. for 1st and 2nd year; Rs 14,000 p.m. for 3rd year.

Application on a plain paper with CV mentioning qualifications, e-mail ID, recent passport size photograph, mark sheet, research experience, recommendation letter, etc., supported by attested certificates should reach within 20 days from the date of publish of this issue to,

Dr N. SundaraBaalaji

Assistant Professor

Department of Bioinformatics

School of Life Sciences

Bharathiar University

Coimbatore 641 046

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The date of interview will be intimated by e-mail. TA/DA is not admissible for attending the interview. The selected candidates can register for Ph.D. programme in the University.

Last date of applying January 14, 2011.

JRF Position in BRNS (DAE) Project at Sir Syed College

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 08:28:58 +0000

Applications are invited for the position of Junior Research Fellow for a research project entitled ‘Studies on electrons and X-rays induced genetic variability and physico-chemical analysis of soybean (Glycine max L., Merr.) cultivars towards evolving disease/stress resistant crops’ funded by Board of Research in Nuclear Science (BRNS) of Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), BARC, Mumbai.

Eligibility: Applicant should have a master degree in Biotechnology or Life Sciences.

Fellowship: Rs 16,000 p.m. (consolidated) for two years and Rs 18,000 p.m. for third year.

Tenure: Three years.

Candidates with required qualification may send their applications along with bio-data including e-mail id, mobile phone number, etc. and copies of testimonials by post or e-mail to Dr K. M. Khaleel, Principal Investigator, BRNS Project, Sir Syed College, Taliparamba 670 142, Kerala; within 10 days of this notification. e-mail: khaleelchovva@yahoo.co.in

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RECRUITMENT FOR ADMINSTRATIVE, SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL POSITIONS at Vaccine and Infectious Disease Research Center

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TRANSLATIONAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE (THSTI) is an Autonomous Institute of the Department of Biotechnology under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India. THSTI has been developed as a part of the interdisciplinary Health biotech Science cluster to be located at Faridabad which is a part of the National Capital Region. The Institute is being mentored by globally recognized National Institute of Immunology (NII) and the Harvard-MIT Division of Health Science and Technology (HM-HST). THSTI is designed to be a dynamic and interactive organization with a mission to conduct innovative translational research and develop research collaborations across disciplines and professions to accelerate the development of concepts into tangible products to improve human health. The other members of the cluster include The Regional Centre of Biotechnology (RCB) under the aegis of UNESCO and the NII with which the THSTI will have a seamless collaboration to achieve the interdisciplinary expertise. The cluster will have access to the state of the art experimental animal facility and the platform technology center for the sophisticated instrumentation. The permanent laboratories of the centre will come up in Faridabad within 3 years. The interim laboratories of the centre will function from Gurgaon in the South of Delhi area with adequate housing, transportation and schooling facilities. Campus housing may be available when the centre moves to Faridabad.

Vaccine and Infectious Disease Research Center (VIDRC) has been set up as a mission center of the THSTI to study infectious disease and pathogens with the aim to generate translational knowledge for developing prophylactic and therapeutic measures against diseases prevalent in India.

Applications are invited from suitable candidates for the following positions:

SNo

Name of the

post / Pay Band

+ Grade Pay

Qualifications and experience

Job description

No. of posts

and age limit

ADMINISTRATIVE

OFFICER

(Personnel &

Administration)

Rs. 15600-39100 +

Rs. 6600

ESSENTIAL: Graduate with Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management or MBA from a recognized Institute/University or passed UPSC xamination of Section Officers, with five years experience in the pre-evised grade of Rs. 8,000-13500 or Rs. 450-11500 with seven ears experience or 500-10500 with eight year experience in an equivalent position in dministration, tablishment/ accounts / store, purchase in a Govt. organisation in a Public body or an organization of repute.DESIRABLE: Knowledge of Government Rules & Regulations,Computer Application/Management Information System

Responsible for
administrative,
establishment,
personnel, academic and training, stores and purchase, and financial and accounting matters

One Post;

40 years

STORES PURCHASE

OFFICER

Rs. 15600-39100 +

Rs. 6600

ESSENTIAL: Graduate preferably with PG Diploma in Materials Management or passed UPSC examination of Section Officers with five years experience in the pre-revised grade of Rs. 8,000-13500 or Rs. 7450-11500 with seven years experience or 6500 -10500 with eight years experience in an equivalent position of Stores purchase, keeping accounts in Stores work in a Govt. organisation in a Public body or an organization of repute.DESIRABLE: Knowledge of Govt. Rules & Regulations,Computer Application/ Management Information System

Responsible for
Stores/Purchase
Inventory
Management,
Physical Stock
Verification, General
Administration of Stores, Coordination
of various Purchase
Committees,
forecasting Stores
budget

One Post;

40 years

FINANCE &
ACCOUNTS OFFICER
Rs. 15600-39100 +Rs. 6600

ESSENTIAL: Graduate with SAS/CA/ICWA and Minimum 5/7 years experience as Pay & Accounts Officer/Accounts Officer/Head of Finance & Accounts Division in the pre-revised grade of Rs. 8000-13500/7450-11500 respectively or equivalent.DESIRABLE: Knowledge of Govt. Rules & Regulations and
Computer Applications

Supervision ofAccounts work,preparation of Balance Sheet,
construction

accounts, Annual

Budget,

implementation of

decisions of the

Finance Committee/

Governing Body on

financial matters

One Post;

40 years

ASSISTANT

VACCINE

TECHNOLOGIST

Rs. 15600-39100 +

Rs 5400

ESSENTIAL: M.Sc. with three years experience working in a

cGMP or cGLP set up for vaccine production or clinical

development, or five years research experience working in

areas related to vaccine development.

Conduct

experiments as per

the protocol given

by the principal

scientist, record

observations and

prepare report on

experimentation

/trials. Maintenance

of equipments of the

laboratory.

Two posts;

35 years

VACCINE

TECHNOLOGIST

Rs. 15600-39100+

Rs 6600

ESSENTIAL: M.Sc. with five years experience working in a

cGMP or cGLP set up for vaccine production or clinical

development, or PhD in biological sciences with preferred area

being related to vaccine development.

Develop protocols,

processes and

assays required for

vaccine development

and conduct

experiments under

supervision of a

principal scientist

Four posts;

40 years

SENIOR VACCINE

TECHNOLOGIST

Rs. 15600-39100 +

Rs. 7600

ESSENTIAL: M.Sc. with seven years experience working in a

cGMP or cGLP set up for vaccine production or clinical

development, or PhD in biological sciences with preferred area

being related to vaccine development.

Develop protocols,

processes and

assays required for

vaccine development

and conduct

experiments under

supervision of a

principal scientist

One post;

50 years

RESEARCH

SCIENTIST –C

Rs. 15600-39100 +

Rs. 6600

ESSENTIAL: Ph.D. with one year of relevant post-doctoral

training with high quality published work

Work in areas of

immunology,

virology,

microbiology,

structural, chemical

and system biology

related to vaccine

and infectious

disease research

Three posts;

40 yrs.

RESEARCH

SCIENTIST – D

Rs. 15600-39100 +

Rs. 7600

ESSENTIAL: Ph.D. with three years of relevant post-doctoral

training with high quality published work

Work in areas of

immunology,

virology,

microbiology,

structural, chemical

and system biology

related to vaccine

and infectious

disease research

Three posts;

50 years

RESEARCH

SCIENTIST – E

Rs. 37400-67000 +

Rs. 10,000

ESSENTIAL: Ph.D. with ten years of relevant post-doctoral

training with high quality published work

Work in areas of

immunology,

virology,

microbiology,

structural, chemical

and system biology

related to vaccine

and infectious

disease research

One post;

Below 55 yrs.

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS:

1. Appointment will be made on contract initially for a period of 5 years with a probation period of one year that may be extended at the discretion of the competent Authority.

2. The pay & allowances etc are admissible as per the recommendation of VI th Pay Commission of the Govt. of India. Other benefits include New pension scheme, Medical reimbursement, LTC, Bonus etc. as per rules of the institute to be framed.

3. Positions will be initially based in the THSTI’s interim laboratories at Gurgaon and will be shifted to its permanent campus in Faridabad when ready.

4. Interested candidates may apply to the Administrative Officer, Translational Health Science and Technology Institute, 496 , Udyog Vihar Phase-III, Gurgaon -122016, Haryana, on a plain paper in the attached format, along with CV and a demand draft of Rs.100/- (SC/ST/PH candidates are exempted from payment of fees) drawn on State Bank of India payable at Gurgaon in favour of the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) before 27 th January , 2011. Information can also be obtained personally from the institute on telephone no. 0124-2876300/400.

5. All educational Professional and Technical qualification should be from a recognized Board/University.

6. The experience requirement specified shall be experience acquired after obtaining the minimum educational qualifications required for the post.

7. The age limit, qualification, experience and other requirements for the post is relaxable at the discretion of the competent authority, in case of candidates otherwise well qualified. In case candidates are not found suitable for the posts notified, they can be offered lower post on the recommendation of the Selection Committee.

8. Persons working in Govt. or Public Sector undertaking should apply through proper channel or produce ‘No Objection Certificate’ at the time of Interview.

9. Incomplete applications will stand summarily rejected.

10. In case a large number of applications are received for each post, screening will be done to limit the number of candidates to those possessing higher/relevant qualification.

11. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.

12. Outstation SC/ST candidates called for the interview will be paid to & fro second class railway fare, as per Govt. of India rules on production of the proof of the same.

13. Number of positions filled will be as per the need and availability of the suitable candidates.

14. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.

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Microbiologist/Biotechnologist Openings at Chandigarh, Pondicherry and Himachal pradesh

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 07:15:18 +0000

Sandwoods Infratech Projects PLC
1108, Arunachal Building, 19 Barakhamba road
NEW DELHI

Microbiologist, biotechnology 3 Opening(s)

Experience: 4 – 9 Years
Location: Chandigarh, Pondicherry, himachal pradesh
Compensation: Rupees 5,50,000 – 11,00,000
Exactly can be discussed upon consideration of resume and qualification

Education:UG – B.Sc – Bio-Chemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology,B.Tech/B.E. – Bio-Chemistry/Bio-Technology, Energy PG – M.Sc – Bio-Chemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology,M.Tech – Bio-Chemistry/Bio-Technology, Chemical, Energy, Petroleum
Desired Candidate Profile
An individual with ample experience and qualification in the field of micro-biology/biotechnology (masters) to deal with a challenging new venture that the company has taken up “Biofuels from Micro-algae”. The individual must be ready to take the risks but with an optimistic point of vision focussed to meet the goals set down by the organization.

The applicant must be a person of confidence and leadership to lead this demanding project.

The company also requires individuals with masters/bachelors in chemical engineering/technology, as a requirement of the project to execute and monitor the chemical engineering aspect as it is essentially a project combining key attributes of both microbiology/biotechnology and chemistry.

Job Description
We require a senior practising in microbiology/biotechnology with having sufficient experience in processing microalgae strains required in a project involving production of biofuels from micro-algae. The job will involve developing an appropriate strain, monitoring and control of the research attributes and also advise upon future strategies to commercialize technology. The salary and other compensation can be talked upon with respect to the qualifcation and experience of the applicant. The region of work will be north india, specifically can be talked about upon respond to this classified post.

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Biotech Sr. Executive Job at USV Limited,Mumbai

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 07:10:02 +0000

We are a leading health care company with the following areas of focus: Branded Generics, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs & Formulation) and Bio-similars. Sixty-eight percent of our business is contributed by the India operations and the rest by export of APIs & Formulations and Branded generics. We have also ventured in a cosmoceutical business recently.

Sr.Executive – Quality Assurance (Biotech Plant)

Job Description

- To review the QC / Manufacturing reports and guide QC and manufacturing function for GMP compliance.

- Calibrations and validations data and document review .

- Handle Internal Audits, CAPA, Change control , OOS and deviations management, OOT, investigations related to process and product failures, market complaints etc.

- Equipment qualifications, Failure investigations and OOS investigations

- Equipment maintenance monitoring and review HAVAC system monitoring and review.

- Utility and process validations.

- Batch monitoring and in process clearance for Biosimilar API manufacturing.

- Handle technology transfers and analytical method transfers from R&D to plant for biosimilar products.

- Review of technology transfer documents

- Knowledge of regulatory pathways for product registrations in semi-regulated and regulated markets for Biosimilars.

- Stability study protocols and schedules preparation & review of stability data.

Desired Profile

Candidate must have experience in Quality Assurance of Biotechnology Processes

Must have experience of regulatory audits by agencies like US-FDA / EMEA / ANVISA / MHRA etc.

Must have experience in qualifications, process validations of recombinant proteins

Must be familiar with product characterization analysis as per EMEA and ICH guidelines.

Must be familiar with process characterization and establishing the design spaces. Familiar with facility design concepts and commissioning and qualifications for biotechnology products.

Candidate must have experience in Biotech/Serum/Vaccine

companies.

Must be ready for relocation.

Experience 4 – 8 Years

Education UG – B.Sc,B.Tech/B.E. – Bio-Chemistry/Bio-Technology
PG – M.Sc,M.Tech – Bio-Chemistry/Bio-Technology

Compensation: Compensation will be at par with the industry standards

Location Navi Mumbai

Contact USV Limited
B.S.D Marg, Govandi,
MUMBAI,Maharashtra,India 400088
Email hrd@usv.co.in
Website http://www.usvindia.com

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Recruitment for Scientist Positions at The Paediatric Biology Centre

admin — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 09:50:31 +0000

Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) is an Autonomous Institute of the Department of Biotechnology under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt of India. THSTI has been developed as a part of the interdisciplinary Health Biotech Science cluster to be located at Faridabad which is a part of the National Capital Region. The Institute is being mentored by globally recognized National Institute of Immunology (NII) and the Harvard-MIT Division of Health Science and Technology (HM-HST). THSTI is designed to be a dynamic and interactive organization with a mission to conduct innovative translational research and develop research collaborations across disciplines and professions to accelerate the development of concepts into tangible products to improve human health. The other members of the cluster include, The Regional Centre of Biotechnology (RCB) under the aegis of UNESCO and the NII with which the THSTI will have a seamless collaboration to achieve the interdisciplinary expertise. The cluster will have access to the state-of-the-art experimental animalfacility and the platform technology centre for the sophisticated instrumentation. The permanent laboratories of the centre will come up in Faridabad within 3 years. The interim laboratories of the centre are functioning from Gurgaon in the South of Delhi area with adequate housing, transportation and schooling facilities. Campus housing may be available when the centre moves to Faridabad.

The Paediatric Biology Centre (PBC) is a programme of the THSTI, tenable till September 2013, with possible extension beyond depending on programme review, with the mandate to study (a) human perinatal biology; (b) maternal, fetal and neonatal infections; (c) nutritional biology and (d) other childhood illness. The work envisaged is multi-disciplinary in nature. Search for scientific and clinical staff is in progress. This advertisement is a search for people who are enthusiastic, motivated and willing to engage in institution building. Applications are invited from suitable candidates for the following positions:

S.no

Name of the post

Age limit

Total min emoluments

1

scientist E (clinical/non-clinical/statistical investigator)

55 years

Rs 85,000

2

Scientist D/Asst Professor (clinical/non-clinical investigators)

50 years

Rs 56,000

3

Scientist C (clinical/non-clinical)

40 years

Rs 49,000

For detailed information please visit http://www.thsti.res.in. Download Application Form Here.Interested candidates holding Indian citizenship may send the filled up application format available in the above website and attach their CV, copies of notable publications and names and e-mail addresses of three potential referees to The Administrative Officer (P&A), Translational Health Science and Technology Institute, 496, Udyog Vihar Phase III, Gurgaon 122 016, Harayana, India.

A softcopy of the same may be sent by e-mail to santo@thsti.res.in. Applications will be accepted up to 27 January 2011. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further discussion.

DST sponsored Training Programme on Geochronology and Radiogenic Isotope Geochemistry at National Geophysical Research Institute

admin — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 09:34:12 +0000

Venue: LAM-MC-ICPMS National Facility, National Geophysical Research Institute (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research), Hyderabad.

Date: 14–18 February 2011.

Appreciating the significance and wide interest in in-situ zircon U-Pb geochronology, NGRI has recently established protocols for Electron Probe CL-BSC imaging, in-situ U-Pb dating and trace element analysis of zircons by LAM-ICPMS and Hf isotopic analysis by LAM-MC-ICPMS. To introduce these techniques, both theory and practice, it is planned to organize a five-day advanced training programme to benefit young researchers from universities and academic institutions across India. The faculty includes scientists from the NGRI as well as experts from abroad.

Applications are invited from interested candidates with a brief CV (one page) and endorsement from the Head of department/institute on or before 15 January 2011. Preference shall be given to candidates with experience in Geochronology and Radiogenic Isotope Geochemistry.

Contact: Dr Y. J. Bhaskar Rao

Project Leader, LAM-MC-ICPMS National Facility

Uppal Road, Hyderabad 500 007, A.P.

e-mail: yjbhaskarrao@gmail.com

DST Sponsored Short-term Training Course in Cell Culture Technology at University of Mysore

admin — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 09:28:26 +0000

Applications on plain paper are invited for the short-term ‘Hands on Training Course on Use of Cell Culture Technology for Studying Apoptosis and Angiogenesis’ for college teachers and research scholars for a period of eight days from 24 to 31 January 2011.

The course is mainly practical oriented with invited lectures. Apoptosis assays focus on nuclear staining, DNA ladder, western blotting for expression of Bax, Bcl2 and CAD and FACS analysis. Angiogenesis assays such as endothelial cell proliferation, tube formation, migration, microvessel density counting, immunohistochemistry, corneal micro pocket and shell-less CAM assays will be covered.

Eligibility: Teachers (UG/PG) with regular position and teaching Life Sciences or Biotechnology and Research Scholars enrolled for Ph.D. programme (Life Sciences) are eligible to apply.

Number of participants is limited to 20. Selection of candidates is based on review of applications by an expert committee. Interested teachers and research scholars should forward their application with bio-data through proper channel to the following address so as to reach on or before 10 January 2011.

Course Director: Prof. Bharathi P. Salimath, Department of Biotechnology, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore 570 006; e-mail: salimathuom@gmail.com.

Visiting Scientist Programme 2011 at INDIAN NATIONAL SCIENCE ACADEMY

admin — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 09:17:04 +0000

Since 1991, the INSA is supporting scientists from less endowed institutions to conduct advance research and training in advanced research institutions/laboratories within India under Visiting Scientist Programme. The main objective of the programme is to facilitate scientist to acquire furtherance of research capabilities for undergoing training in specific techniques, or utilizing facilities not available in their own institution. The scientist holding a regular position in R&D organization including universities or affiliated colleges in India are eligible to apply under the programme. The fellowship period varies from one month to six months depending upon the proposed work or purpose. Interested persons may download the prescribed application form from the INSA website www.insaindia.org and submit the prescribed application prior to 15 February 2011.

Centre-Director Opening at UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research

admin — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 09:12:27 +0000

Advertisement No. 3/2010

The UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research (UGC-DAE CSR) is an autonomous institution established by the UGC, New Delhi with headquarters at Indore and Centres at Indore, Mumbai and Kolkata. This Consortium also has a Node near IGCAR at Kalpakkam. Each Centre is headed by a Centre-Director.

UGC-DAE CSR invites applications for the post of Centre-Director for its Mumbai Centre. This post is in the pay band PB-4 with grade pay Rs 10,000 and carries other allowances as per rules. The gross salary at present at the minimum of the scale is Rs 92,750 including all allowances.

The UGC-DAE CSR has a mandate to enable university scientists to use the big-science facilities of DAE, as accessible. The CSR has also set up, and continues to set up, various state-of-the-art experimental research facilities that university scientists are encouraged to use. Please visit the website: www.csr.res.in. The Centre-Director will provide general guidance to the scientific activities of the Centre towards the broad mission of enhancing the impact of university research. She/he should be a researcher of high standing and reputation, with journal publications showing a high standard of independent research activities. She/he must have at least 15 years research experience after obtaining Ph.D., must presently be having a position which is in PB-4 or equivalent, and should preferably be below 55 years of age.

Appointment of a person may also be considered on deputation.

Faculty Positions at Institute of Physics

admin — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 09:06:04 +0000

No.FA-1/2010

Institute of Physics, Bhubaneswar, a premier autonomous research Institute, is pursuing research in frontier areas of Theoretical and Experimental Physics. The Institute offers excellent career growth and research facilities. It invites applications for faculty positions from eligible candidates. For details please visit http://www.iopb.res.in

UG Admissions for 2011 at Indian Academy of Sciences

admin — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:54:01 +0000

The Indian Institute of Science, a leading institution of higher learning with a strong tradition of research, is opening its portals to undergraduate students by launching a four-year Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Programme. The programme is designed as a balanced blend of core science and interdisciplinary topics to serve as a platform for attractive career opportunities in academia and industry. Applications are invited for admission to the four-year B.S. programme at the Institute. Eligibility, selection criteria and other details are available at our website http://www.iisc.ernet.in/ug

ELIGIBILITY

Candidates who have completed their II PUC/12th Standard in 2010 and those who are expecting to complete in 2011 are eligible to apply. The candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as main subjects during their PUC/12th Standard. Candidates who have studied Biology, Statistics, Electronics, Computer Science, etc., in addition to Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics are also eligible to apply. The candidates should have a first class or 60% or equivalent grade (relaxed to pass class for SC/ST candidates).

SELECTION

Based on the merit list of one of the following national examinations: KVPY-SA (appeared in 2009), KVPYSB (appeared in 2010), KVPY-SX/SB + 2 (appeared in 2010), IIT-JEE (appearing in 2011), AIEEE (appearing in 2011) and AIPMT (appearing in 2011).

Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/Physically-Handicapped (PH) and Kashmiri-Migrant (KM) candidates: As per Government of India regulations.

HOW TO OBTAIN THE APPLICATION FORM

(a) The Application Form may be obtained by either of the following two methods:

(1) Off-line application – Send your request for an application form with two address slips, with your mailing address clearly written (preferably stickers), and a Demand Draft for Rs 600 for GN/OBC /KM candidates (Rs 300 for SC/ST/PH categories, along with a copy of an appropriate certificate) to Deputy Registrar (Academic), Admissions Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560 012. The DD has to be drawn in favour of ‘Registrar, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore’.

(2) Online application – Online application may be prepared and submitted by accessing the IISc website www.iisc.ernet.in/ug with effect from 1 January 2011. Online application fee is Rs 400 for GN/OBC/KM candidates and Rs 200 for SC/ST/PH categories. After submitting the online application, a printed copy of the filled online application along with a Demand Draft for the required amount must be sent to the Institute.

(b) Submission of Application Forms

Filled-in off-line application form and online application form (printed copy) should reach the Deputy Registrar (Academic), Admissions Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560 012 on or before 31 March 2011.

IMPORTANT DATES

Commencement of issue of off-line application forms and submission of online applications 01.01.2011

Last date for issue of application forms and closure of website for submission of online applications 31.03.2011

Last date for receipt of both off-line application form and online application form (printed copy) 31.03.2011

IBM-IUSSTF Visiting Fellowships in Nanotechnology

admin — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:41:51 +0000

Indo-US Science and Technology Forum in partnership with IBM Pronounces the IBM-IUSSTF. For more details Visit IBM-IUSSTF Visiting Fellowships in Nanotechnology Related posts:Indo-US Research Fellowship by Indo-US Science & Technology... Read more » Related posts:

Call for proposals under Molecular Electronics, Conducting Polymers and Non-invasive and other Bio-sensors

admin — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:31:52 +0000

Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt of India under its programme on Technology Systems Development (TSD) intends to support and catalyse technology development projects in the upcoming areas of molecular electronics, conducting polymer electronics, non-invasive and other biosensors. The submitted proposal should aim to establish the technical feasibility of emerging concepts in the areas of biomolecular sensors, conducting polymer based microactuators/artificial muscles, molecular electronic devices such as Memory Switching, Logic Gates, Diodes, Organic electronics devices like Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs), Organic Field Effect Transistors, Organic Thin Film Transistors (OTFTs), Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs), Biofuel Cells, Bio-photonics, Ion Selective FET (ISFET), Electronic-Nose-Tongue-Vision, Bio-metrics, conducting polymer based sensors for Biological Fluids, Bio-chips, Tactile Sensors, Microfluidics, Energy Devices, Super Capacitors, Information storage (memory) devices based on conducting polymers, Self-assembled Monolayers, Langmuir-Blodgett films and other thin films. The emphasis should be towards development of a device or a technology process leading to a device and not a mere academic research.

Some of the other typical areas in which Proposals can also be submitted in TSD programme are Glass and Ceramics Technology Up-gradation, Water Purification and Rural Micro-water Management, Waste Utilization and Management, Public Health and Safety, Surface Engineering Techniques for Rejuvenation of Traditional Crafts, Laser/Plasmas/Microwave Technology, Decentralized Energy

Generation and Harvesting, Alternate Fuels, Fuel Conservation, Efficient Utilization of Fuels, ICTdriven Technologies, Innovative Civil Infrastructure Technologies, Platform Technologies for a Range of Applications. The above list is not exhaustive and Proposals in other innovative areas are equally welcome if the activity is perceived to be useful by DST for technology advancement in the country

and is not being taken up under any other major R&D programmes of the Government of India.

The Project Proposals could be submitted for financial support by scientists/engineers/technologists working in academic institutions/registered societies/R&D institutions/laboratories having adequate infrastructure/facilities to carry out technology development work/prototype building. DST would encourage multi-disciplinary proposals envisaging network/collaboration of various institutes having diverse expertise and facilities for synergistic implementation of the projects. Property Right (IPR), Technology Transfer to Industry with PI/Institute may be highlighted. Prescribed format is available under TSD programme at DST site: http://www.dst.gov.in

The guidelines for formulation and submission of projects and the prescribed format can also be collected from Shri Rajeev Sharma, Scientist-‘C’ and Member Secretary (PAC on Tech. Systems), Room No. 20, Hall-C, Department of Science and Technology, Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi 110 016 (e-mail: rajeevsharma@nic.in, Telephone: 011-2659 0310). The complete proposals (15 copies) and/or suggestions regarding additional areas for technology development may be addressed to Dr G. J. Samathanam, Adviser and Head, Technology Development and Transfer (TDT) Division, Department of Science and Technology (DST), Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi 110 016, Telefax: (011) 2686 2512/2659 0367, e-mail: samathan@nic.in.

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Walk-in Interview for Engagement of Project Assistants at CLRI

admin — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 14:03:30 +0000

Notification no:12/2010

Central Leather Research Institute Proposes to conduct a Walk-in Interview for engagement of Project Assistants under various projects tenable at this institute.

Sl.no	Position name	Qualification	Stipend	Max.age
1	Project Assistant Level II (Two Positions) CNP-1037 & TSP 3009	Position No 1 B.tech -Leather Technology with 55% Marks Position No 2 M.Sc (Biotechnology/ Biochemistry) with 55% marks	Rs. 8000/- p.m	28 yrs
2	Project Assistant Level II (Two Positions) “Preparation of Useful Products for Leather Products industry using Leather Portion of used shoes and chappals” GAP-1014	Position No 1 B.E/B.Tech Biotechnology with 55% marks Position No 2 B.Tech Leather Technology with 55% marks	Rs. 8000/- p.m	28 yrs
3	Project Assistant Level II (One Positions) “Extraction of extracellular polymers from alkaliphilic microorganisms to treat tannery effluent” OLP 56	Essential: M.Sc (Industrial Microbiology/Microbiology) with 60% marks Desirable: One year experience in Extremophilic Microorganisms.	Rs. 10000/- p.m	28 yrs
4	Project Assistant Level II (Two Positions) “Upgradation of performance of common effluent treatment plant” Consultancy Project CNP 1026	Essential: M.Sc (Microbiology) with 55% marks Desirable: M.Phil (Microbiology) With one year research experience.	Rs. 12000/- p.m	28 yrs

Candidates Possessing the Qualifications may attend the walk-in interview at CLRI, Scheduled for Tuesday, The 28th December, 2010 from 10.00 a.m at TRIPLE HELIX AUDITORIUM. Interested candidates can Download the Application Form HERE and walk-in with the xerox copies of necessary certificates on the date and time mentioned above.

REMEMBER:

candidates are requested not to send their application in advance.
The date of determinig the age limit/experience/qualification shall be the walk-in date.
Candidates should possess the stipulated qualification mentioned above. Equivalent qualifications will not be considered.
Original certificates must be produced for verification.
Final year/ semester students those who are awaiting results are not eligible to be considered.
No candidate will be allowed to attend the interview after 11.30 a.m.
No traveling allowance will be paid for those are attending the interview.

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S.no	Name of the post	Age limit	Total min emoluments
1	scientist E (clinical/non-clinical/statistical investigator)	55 years	Rs 85,000
2	Scientist D/Asst Professor (clinical/non-clinical investigators)	50 years	Rs 56,000
3	Scientist C (clinical/non-clinical)	40 years	Rs 49,000