JNU ANNUAL OPEN DAY Theme: Synthetic Biology on 21st January 2012

School of Computational and Integrative Sciences
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
Invites you for
ANNUAL OPEN DAY
21st January 2012
Venue: Auditorium, School of Arts and Asthetics
Theme: "Synthetic Biology"

Speakers
1. Prof. Pawan Dhar (SSBS Pune)
2. Dr. Pntam Mukhopadyay (JNU)
3. Prof. K.J. Mukharjee (JNU)
Registration is free and compulsory for Poster presentation on "Synthetic Biology"
Last date of Poster Submission Jan 18.2012
Send your queries at scisjnu.openday@yahoo.in
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Workshop on TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

ONE DAY WORKSHOP

“TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS”

29^th January 2012

ITLS is an innovative biotech research centre, started with a new vision to bridge the gap between the industry and institute by understanding the needs of the industry and the potential of educational institute. ITLS aims to be the leading service provider in all areas of industrial and academic Life science and technology in India.

The Prime purpose of this workshop is to enhance the student understanding of IPR and Patent law.

Workshop Fee: 500/only On Spot Registration Fee: 550/only

Fee should be paid in the form of Demand Draft favor of "Institute of Transgene Life Sciences." Payable at Lucknow. Send it to “The Director, Institute of Transgene Life Sciences C/O C-4/1, Vikalp Khand, Gomti Nagar, Chinhat, Lucknow-227105, U.P, India

For downloading the information brochure please click here: http://transgenelifesciences.com/downitls/IPR_WORKSHOP.pdf

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National seminar on faunal biodiversity and endemism of southern western ghats

NATIONAL SEMINAR ON
FAUNAL BIODIVERSITY AND ENDEMISM OF SOUTHERN WESTERN GHATS
The Western Ghats, known locally as the Sahyadri Hills, are formed by the Malabar Plains and the chain of mountains running parallel to India's western coast, about 30 to 50 kilometers inland. They cover an area of about 160,000 km² and stretch for 1,600 kilometers from the country's southern tip to Gujarat in the north, interrupted only by the 30 kilometers Palghat Gap. The Western Ghats mediates the rainfall regime of peninsular India by intercepting the southwestern monsoon winds. Dozens of rivers originate in these mountains, including the peninsula’s three major eastward-flowing rivers. The wide variation of rainfall patterns in the Western Ghats, coupled with the region’s complex geography, produces a great variety of vegetation types. These include scrub forests in the low-lying rain shadow areas and the plains, deciduous and tropical rainforests up to about 1,500 meters, and a unique mosaic of montane forests and rolling grasslands above 1,500 meters. Blessed with an abundance of life forms found nowhere else on earth, Western Ghats endemics include high-profile Lion-tailed Macaque and Nilgiri Tahr. Scientists of various organizations cataloguing endemics of this region estimate that there are 90 amphibians, 89 reptiles, 17 birds, 23 mammals, 1600 flowering plants and a lot more are found here only and nowhere else on earth

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Bioinformatica Indica 2012

The State Inter-University Centre of Excellence in Bioinformatics, University of Kerala is organizing the third edition of its prestigious biannual International Symposium, Bioinformatica Indica 2012, scheduled to be held from 12-14th of January 2012. This is a sequel to Bioinformatica Indica 2008 and Bioinformatica Indica 2010, which received an overwhelming response from academia and research community.

The focus of Bioinformatica Indica 2012 is on Protein-Protein Interaction Networks; the sub-themes include Computational Genomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics, Systems & Synthetic Biology and Drug Discovery. The event is aimed at providing an opportunity for the researchers in these fields to come together and share their research ideas, paving way for the development of one of the most significant and emerging areas in science and technology.

In addition, the climate in Keralam, God’s Own Country will be at its pleasant peak in January, offering a memorable retreat. As usual, Bioinformatica Indica packages some cultural content too in the form of a grand cultural evening and also a cultural tour of this city, especially the treasure-rich Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple premises.

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International symposium cum training workshop on Recent Trends in Bioinformatics, System Biology and Biomolecular Interactions

International symposium cum training workshop on
Recent Trends in Bioinformatics, System Biology and Biomolecular Interactions
Organized by
Center of Bioinformatics
Allahabad University

About the Symposium :
The Center of Bioinformatics is going to organize a 3-day Symposium on “Systems Biology and Biomolecular Interactions” for the benefit of teachers/researches/students from January 8-10, 2012. The program consists of a good blend of lectures, discussions and hands-on sessions, conducted by experienced staff and the alumni of the Center from Czech Republic ( S. K. Mishra), Italy ( A, Bhattacharya, A. Bajpai, D. Kumar & S. Chaurasia) Japan ( V. Gupta) and France (R. Singh). The practical training program will enrich the knowledge and broaden the research aptitude of participants undergoing this training course in Biomolecular Interactions with special hands-on session on “ In silico Protein Engineering” by Sushil K. Mishra.Advance Lectures will be delivered by Prof. Bruno Samori, Prof. Ashok Sharma, Prof R. S. Verma Prof. Ajit Saxena,  Prof. D. Velmurugan, and IIDS alumni Drs Sushil K. Mishra, Shailendra Asthana, Deepak Gupta, Amiava Bhattacharya, Archana Bajpai, Shilpi Chaurasiya, Anil Tomar, Bipin Singh, Vipul Gupta, Rhaghavendra P.Singh, Sudhanshu S. Srivastava, Sudeep Roy, Dhruv Kumar and other
Important points:
a. Last date of receipt of applications (including on line submission through email) is 20th December 2011.
b. The applicants should mention their Mobile/Landline telephone # , email and Fax #·
c. candidate will be informed about his/ her selection in the workshop by email, fax or phone.
d. Participants should submit application in proper format and register early to confirm the spot.
e. In case of last minute cancellation by the selected candidate due to some unavoidable circumstances, the organizer may kindly be intimated by email/ fax or phone by 20th December 2011 so that participants in waiting list can be accommodated.
f. The registration fee is non-refundable.
g. A limited accommodation is available in the University Guest House (UGH). Those desirous of accommodation in UGH must enclose a separate DD for Rs 1000 as accommodation fee.
i. It is recommended to bring your own notebooks (OS: Linux/Unix) during the hands-on session.

Qualification & Experience :a. Faculty from Universities and constituent/ affiliated colleges, Scientists, Scholars from R & D institutes, professionals from Industries and biotech companies
b. Postgraduate students holding Graduate/ Master’s
c. Doctorate in any branch of biological sciences can apply.

Contact Details :
Prof. Dwijendra K. Gupta
COORDINATOR,
DBT-Bioinformatics Infrastructure Facility
Center of Bioinformatics
Institute of Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Allahabad, Allahabad- 211002

Communications :
Telephone : +91-0532-2461861
Mobile : +91-9335150718
Fax : +91-0532-1545733
Email : dwijenkumar@gmail.com
:dwijenkumar@rediffmail.com
Deadline extended to : 07.01.12
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International Conference on Molecular Medicine MOLMED 2012

International Conference on Molecular Medicine MOLMED 2012
19-22 February 2012
Organized by
VIT University, Vellore

About the Conference :
The Centre for Bio-Separation Technology (CBST) at VIT University, in association with University at Buffalo (The State University of New York, Buffalo, USA), Swinburne University of Technology (Melbourne, Australia), Indian Institute of Technology – Madras (IITM, Chennai, India), Charotar University of Science & Technology (CHARUSAT, Changa, India), and Laila Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. (Chennai, India) is organizing this three day international conference on Molecular Medicine “MOLMED-2012” to expose Technology and Networking to the research community.
Molecular medicine is a broad field, where physical, chemical, biological and medical techniques are used to describe molecular structures and mechanisms, to identify fundamental molecular and genetic errors of disease, and to develop molecular interventions to correct them. The molecular medicine perspective emphasizes cellular and molecular phenomena and interventions rather than the previous conceptual and observational focus on patients and their organs. Therefore, it propagates a systematic understanding of the biological structures and functions at the molecular level through specified tools like proteomics, genomics, metabolomics and other basic researches which form the backbone to a sound Drug discovery and development program. Molecular medicine has thus led to the identification of several newer targets for drug delivery, making the drugs more effective. Nevertheless, with a better knowledge of the underlying mechanism of the diseases, several interventions could be effectively planned to combat them and to prevent further progression. This conference will thus look into various aspects of molecular medicine and cover topics related to genetic analysis of diseases, identification of novel targets and its mechanism.
The concept of nutraceuticals has evolved from the recognition of the link between food and health. These (often referred to as phytochemicals or functional foods) are natural bioactive, chemical compounds that have health promoting, disease preventing or medicinal properties. Rapid advances in science and technology, increasing health care costs, an aging population and rising interest in attaining wellness through diet are among the factors fuelling interest in nutraceuticals. The use of nutraceuticals, as an attempt to accomplish desirable therapeutic outcomes with reduced side effects, as compared with other therapeutic agents has met with great monetary success. Current research on the use of nutraceuticals as potential cancer chemo preventive agents has been limited largely to the study of their antiproliferative and apoptotic effects in human cancer cells. Therefore, it is very important that nutraceuticals be discussed and debated for analyzing its significance in disease prevention.Eminent experts in these multidisciplinary fields from within India and abroad will deliver plenary lectures. Short communications from young scientists, poster sessions, etc. will be organized to encourage young scientists and innovative initiatives in these emerging fields, and to promote exchanges and interactions between scientists from these diversified fields.In a congenial atmosphere, a good opportunity will be provided for Industries, Academia and Young Scientists to interact through exhibitions, demonstrations and discussions, featuring the latest equipment available for studies in these fields.
Registration Fee Details :

• Academic Staff/Faculty from Institutions : Rs. 2500
• Industry Personnel : Rs. 5000
• Students, Research Scholars & Postdoctoral Fellows : Rs. 1000
• International participants* : US $500

Mode of Payment for Indian Participants : A demand draft should be made in favour “VIT University” payable at Vellore and sent along with the filled-in registration form to the following address:
Prof. M.A. Vijayalakshmi
Director
Centre for Bio-Separation Technology (CBST)
616, Technology Tower
VIT University, Vellore – 632014
Tamil Nadu, India.
Please provide details of your name, designation and organization behind the DD.
Deadline : 25.01.12
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Computational Systems Biology and Dose Response Modeling Workshop

NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON
COMPUTATIONAL SYSTEMS BIOLOGY AND DOSE RESPONSE MODELING
2 - 4 March, 2012
ORGANISED BY
MAHATMA GANDHI-DOERENKAMP CENTER (MGDC)
BHARATHIDASAN UNIVERSITY

SCOPE OF THE WORKSHOP
a. Current computational modeling techniques for the quantitative investigation of how biological systems respond to perturbations at the cellular level
b. Common motifs in signal transduction and gene regulatory networks that underlie systems-level cellular behaviors including homeostasis, adaptation, threshold response, binary and irreversible cell fate decisions, and oscillatory behaviors
c. To use these techniques to develop computational tools for understanding and predicting nonlinear dose response behaviors for drug and chemical entities
TOPICS TO BE COVERED IN LECTURES & EXERCISES
a. Computational dose response modeling – background
b. Network motifs in quantitative cell signaling and dose response
c. Binary decision-making in biological systems: positive feedback, bi - stability, irreversibility, and cellular memory
d. MAPK-mediated ultra sensitivity and bi - stability
e. Cellular homeostasis, stress response and adaptation
f. Stochastic gene expression, its biological function, and implication for dose response
g. Exercises on the Berkeley Madonna® software program accompanying each lecture
WHO CAN APPLY
B.Tech. & PG students, Research Scholars, Technicians, Scientists, Faculties and Personnel from Industries, with Bio-informatics/Computational Biology background
REGISTRATION FEE & DEADLINE

Till 31.01.2012
a. Students/Scholars/Technicians : Rs 2000
b. Scientists/Faculties/Industry Personnel : Rs 3000
After 31.01.2012
a. Students/Scholars/Technicians : Rs 3000
b. Scientists/Faculties/Industry Personnel : Rs 5000
Note : Registration closes after 15/02/2012. The registration fee includes food and accommodation for 3 days.
** Enrollment will be limited to 100 participants.
HOW TO APPLY
a. The registration form may be downloaded from MGDC’s website www.mgdcaua.org. The filled - in registration form, along with the Demand draft obtained in favor of “Director, MGDC”, payable at Tiruchirappalli, may be sent by post / courier to the convener.
b. Further details can be had from http://www.mgdcaua.org/docs/workshop_csbdrm.pdf
c. For downloading Registration form http://www.mgdcaua.org/docs/registration_form_csbdrm.pdf 
Deadline : 15.01.12
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National Seminar on MICROBIAL DIVERSITY-POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS

National Seminar on MICROBIAL DIVERSITY-POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS

28 th & 29 th January, 2012

Sponsored by

ANDHRA PRADESH STATE COUNCIL OF HIGHER EDUCATION (APSCHE)

Organized by

DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY

PALAMURU UNIVERSITY

MAHABUBNAGAR - 509 001 A P

THEME OF THE SEMINAR

Interest in the exploration of microbial diversity has been spurred by the fact that microbes are essential for life since they perform numerous functions essential for the biosphere that include nutrient cycling and environmental detoxification. The vast array of microbial activities and their importance to the biosphere and to human economies provide strong rationale for understanding their diversity, conservation and exploitation for society. The microbial world is the largest unexplored reservoir of biodiversity on the earth. Microbial diversity needs to be explored, as microbes are essential for life since they are having biotechnological applications with extreme commercial value.

The research on microorganisms once confined to phenotypic studies, is now aiming at to explore the genetic makeup with an objective to exploit the potentials of the organisms to the extent of built in capacity and even beyond that. Microbial diversity is a great source for biotechnological exploration of novel organisms, products and processes. Polyphasic studies integrate different aspects of microbial diversity and provide a more complete picture of microbial diversity and a deeper understanding of the interactions in microbial ecosystems. Recent advances in exploration of microbial diversity, molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics and genetic engineering have brought into focus several unforeseen applications of the microorganisms. With the availability of new molecular marker techniques, amazing microbial diversity of extreme habitats, unexplored habitats is unfolding. Consequently, there is a renewed interest shown in the applications of new microbes and their products.

SUB THEMES OF THE SEMINAR

Diversity of Microorganisms

Industrial Biotechnology

Agricultural Biotechnology

Environmental Biotechnology

Microbial genomics

Bioprospecting for novel metabolites and genes

Metagenomics

TECHNICAL SESSIONS

Technical sessions include keynote address, lead lectures, oral and poster presentations by researchers and M.Sc. students.

ABSTRACTS

Participants are requested to email a softcopy of their abstract typed in MS-word, title of the paper followed by author(s) name to pumicroseminar@gmail.com Hardcopy of the abstract along with registration from and DD(S) towards registration and/ accommodation should be send to the Organizing Secretary, National Seminar, Department of Microbiology, Palamuru University latest by 18th January, 2012.

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