Ph.D. in Medical Biotechnology & Bioinformatics

Overview

The Ph.D. program at JISIASR Kolkata offers cutting-edge research opportunities in diverse domains of health science, medical biotechnology, computational biology, and bioinformatics. Designed for aspiring researchers, the program emphasizes innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and translational research to address critical challenges in healthcare, diagnostics, and therapeutics.

Ph.D. scholars work under the guidance of internationally experienced faculty and benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories, high-end equipment, and global research collaborations. The program is supported by prestigious funding agencies like ANRF, DBT, ICMR, Wellcome Trust, and WBDSTBT.

Research Focus Areas

Ph.D. candidates can specialize in one or more of the following research domains:

Evolution of Virulence and Antibiotic Resistance – Understanding microbial evolution, resistance mechanisms, and combating antimicrobial resistance.
Host-Pathogen Interactions – Investigating molecular mechanisms in infectious diseases.
Human Microbiome in Health and Disease – Exploring the role of microbiota in wellness and pathology.
Machine Learning in Healthcare – Applying AI/ML for predictive diagnostics, patient monitoring, and precision medicine.
Medical Microbiology – Advanced studies in clinical microbiology and infectious diseases.
Medical Image Analysis – Using computational tools to enhance diagnosis through imaging data.
Molecular Modelling and Drug Design – In silico methods for developing novel therapeutic agents.

Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Data Mining & Methodology Development – High-throughput data analysis for genomics and personalized medicine.

Salient Features

Research-driven curriculum tailored to the candidate’s specialization.
Access to Illumina next-generation sequencer and advanced molecular biology facilities.
Opportunities for industry-academia collaborations and global research networking.
Scholarships for meritorious scholars.
Publication opportunities in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.
Regular seminars, workshops, and skill development sessions.

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: Master’s degree (M.Sc/M.Tech/M.Pharm/MBBS/MD/MS) in relevant disciplines like Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Medical Microbiology, Computational Biology, or equivalent.
Minimum Marks: 55% or equivalent CGPA (50% for reserved category).
Entrance Requirement: UGC-NET / CSIR-NET / GATE / JRF / JEST / INSPIRE Fellowship or JISIASR entrance test.

Ph.D. in Medical Biotechnology & Bioinformatics

Overview

Research Focus Areas

Salient Features

Eligibility Criteria

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