How are researchers from the Global South doing in terms of their counterparts in the West? From limited visibility due to many reasons to the complex issue of restricted mobility, this article by Debraj Manna, a PhD student at Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, discusses the multifaceted factors affecting the scientific community from Global South.
A research team, led by Santosh Kumar Upadhyay, at Panjab University, Chandigarh, conducted a detailed study on the RBOH (respiratory burst oxidase homolog) genes of the bread wheat, Triticum aestivum (TaRBOH). RBOHs are vital proteins in plants, and their thorough characterisation in wheat and other crop plants could lead to the development of crops better equipped to withstand stress conditions.
Open science, particularly through preprints, is gaining global traction and is integral to India's Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy. While preprints offer accessibility benefits, their adoption in India lags, highlighting the need for recognition and incentives at various career and funding assessment levels. In this article, Sudeepa Nandi, an ASAPbio fellow and a PhD student at TIFR Mumbai, discusses the barriers to the preprint model in India and offers some key recommendations.
A collaborative study led by Sudipta Maiti, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai, sheds light on the deadly partnership between ApoE (Apolipoprotein E) and Aβ (amyloid-beta) - two major protein players in Alzheimer's disease. Their innovative FLIM (fluorescence lifetime microscopy) imaging approach offers potential value for drug development, promising better disease prediction and treatment strategies, and holding implications for neurological health and therapeutics.
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In this webinar, the speakers introduced EMBO Courses & Workshops, discussed the eligibility and selection criteria, and shared their experiences of being EMBO Courses & Workshops organisers.
This webinar spotlighted the life and times of E K Janaki Ammal to explore the role of biographies in placing biological sciences of the early 20th century in its social-historical context. It also invited reflections on the value of situating biology in its social context in its teaching and learning.
In this webinar, the Regional Young Investigators' Meeting (RYIM) Grants for the current cycle were introduced by Karishma Kaushik, Executive Director, IndiaBioscience. Procedure for application, guidelines, and new features were discussed, followed by an open Q and A session.
The second episode of the brand new season of the Radio PDF series is with Ashwini V. Mohan!
She is a postdoctoral fellow at the Biodiversity Genomics Lab, University of Neuchatel, Swiss!
The first episode of a new season of the RADIO PDF series.
Join us in this captivating conversation with Aara Patel, a Postdoctoral research associate at UCL, UK.
Our collaboration with India Science Festival brings you a special podcast series: "Exploring Science Engagement", the episode 4 titled as "Crafting Genes: Introducing Genetics at ISF with Chandana Basu" is live!
Hosted by Arushi Batra with guest Chandana Basu
Webinar: EMBO Courses and Workshops
This webinar introduced the EMBO Courses and Workshops and the eligibility and selection criteria for the awards. Additionally, two previous awardees from India shared ideas on preparing applications, and their experiences as organisers for EMBO courses and workshops.
Date: 08 May 2024 | Time: 2:30-4:00 PM IST
JOYI: Journey of a Young Investigator
(2021−2023 edition)
This collection celebrates the stories of young investigators in attendance at the virtual YIMs (2021, 2022) and YIM 2023.
National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) - Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), is a premier research institute engaged in research in life sciences across scale. Several research facilities and associated infrastructure helps in providing cutting edge technology to support …
Applications for grants are invited from interested individuals and teams from recognized universities, Government research institutes and not-for-profit research organizations based in India. The research fund shall be up to a maximum of Rs 50 lakh for a maximum period …
Support for discovery, proof-of-concept and early stage innovations, R&D aimed at affordable product development.To nurture and mentor innovative and emerging technologies/ entrepreneurs, to assist new enterprises to forge appropriate linkages with academia and government.To create opportunities for starting new technology-based …
'Dhvani' is a comprehensive resource packed with contributions from scientists, communicators, journalists, and outreach professionals of India. The e-book explores the landscape of science outreach in the country, offering insights into best practices, sustainable models, interviews with scientists doing outreach in regional languages, skill-building guides, and curated resources for outreach funding. 'Dhvani' also features the impact of the IndiaBioscience Outreach Grants (IOG) program, providing a closer look at the intricacies of initiating and sustaining outreach efforts.
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“Means to a Beginning - Funding Opportunities for PhD Students and Postdocs in India” is the second edition of the grants compendium for PhD researchers and Postdoctoral fellows. This compendium includes national and international fellowships, travel and skill-building awards along with their eligibility criteria, deadlines and relevant links. We have also included anecdotes from recent awardees of select fellowships to give you insights into what it takes to write a winning application.
Scientific progress is not above ethics. In the fast pace of scientific advancements, it is crucial to know where the ethical boundaries lie. This infographic highlights some of the key aspects of doing research ethically.
