national training on microbial characterization and
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National Training on
Microbial Characterization andNanoformulations:
Methods and Applicationsth th4 March to 13 March, 2014
National Bureau of AgriculturallyImportant Microorganisms
Kushmaur, Mau ‐ 275 103, U.P.
Introduction
Microorganisms make up most of the biodiversity on the Earth, and several of the processes
which microbes perform are of critical importance for decomposing organic matter and
recycling plant materials. Besides being important in biogeochemical cycling of nutrients,
microbes play important role in maintenance of soil fertility and in crop production.
Therefore, knowledge of the phenotypic, genotypic and biological characters to identify a
microorganism is essential for developing ecosystem services and to frame strategies for
their efficient utilization in agriculture and allied sectors.
Microbial characterization constitutes one of the main challenging areas in agricultural
microbiology. Although there are numerous characterization methods, they all can be
subdivided into phenotypic and genotypic methods. The best approach for microbial
characterization is to amalgamate informtaions generated by morphological, biochemical
and genomic techniques. Classical methods of identification rely on phenotypic
identification of the microbes using gram staining, cultural and biochemical methods.
However, these methods of microbial identification suffer from two major drawbacks. First,
they can be used only for organisms that can be cultivated in vitro. Second, some
strains/isolates exhibit unique biochemical characteristics that do not fit into patterns that
have been used as a characteristic of any known genus and species. Hence, genomics‐
assisted microbial characterization is becoming more popular now a days. Metagenomics is
a new field of research in which scientists analyze the genomes of organisms recovered
directly from the environment. Most naturally occurring microbes cannot be cultured and
therefore cannot be characterized by traditional means. Metagenomic studies provide
researchers with a mechanism for analyzing and characterizing previously unknown
organisms. At the same time, it can be possible to examine the functional and structural
diversity of organisms present in specific environments as well as analyze the complex
interactions between members of a specific environment.
In recent years, nanotechnology has bloomed in the field of microbiological research and
has shown the potential in enhancing crop production in ecofriendly and sustainable
manner. The essence of microbial nanotechnology as a suitable system for the synthesis of
different kinds of nanomaterials/nanoformulations is well established with great potential
and promise for advanced diagnostics, biosensors, precision farming and targeted delivery
systems for agrochemicals. Though nanotechnology is in its infancy, potential applications
provide exciting waves of transformation in agriculture and fascinate microbiologists and
other researchers to contribute in providing incremental solutions through green
chemistry approaches for advancing food security.
The training program will have the following thematic areas to be addressed:
1. Microbial identification and characterization using conventional tools
2. Microbial characterization using genomic tools
3. Structural and functional characterization of microbes using metagenomics
4. Microbial fabrication of nanoparticles
5. Nanoformultion development and their application in agriculture
The training programme includes both lectures and practicals on the above thematic areas.
Several experts from different parts of the country will address the participants. The
programme will consist of hands‐on research experience, training and exposure to cutting
National Training on
Microbial Characterization and Nanoformulations:Methods and Applications
edge research, acceptable scientific methodologies and techniques for microbial
characterization and nanoformulations development.
Expected Benefits to the Participants
n Participants will get hands on research experience and training from bench to data
analysis in the field of microbial identification and nanoformulations development
n Early‐stage experimental researchers and anyone involved or embarking into this field
will be benefited by getting exposure and know how to cutting edge research and
better understanding of various techniques involved in microbial characterization and
nanoformulations development
n Training will be beneficial to both basic as well as applied biological researchers
allowing them to gain confidence and research skills that would otherwise have little
opportunity to develop.
About NBAIM
National Bureau of Agriculturally Important Microorganisms (NBAIM) is among the
premier institutions of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) for microbiological
research in India. The Bureau is aimed to work for the collection, conservation and
preservation of agriculturally important microbial cultures and their genomic resources for
future needs. The Bureau is engaged in the cutting‐edge research themes in microbial
biotechnology and bioinformatics for the development of technologies, processes,
protocols and products which will ultimately benefit Indian academics, research
institutions and farmers. As part of our Human Resource Development (HRD) Programs,
NBAIM successfully organized several National and international training programs on
different areas of molecular microbial identification, characterization, molecular
taxonomy, biocontrol, plant‐microbe interactions and the applications of bioinformatics in
gene mining since the inception of the Bureau.
Microbial research at NBAIM basically focuses in the areas of microbial diversity analysis
from extreme habitats, biological control of plant diseases, plant growth promotion, plant‐
microbe interaction, quality microbial management system with special emphasis on
biosystematics, DNA fingerprinting, microbial genomics and proteomics, metabolomics,
stress tolerance in microbes and bioinformatics.
4.3.14 Registration, inauguration, Course overview5.3.14 Lecture and practical module on microbial morphology and identification6.3.14 Lecture and practical module on biochemical characterization of microbes7.3.14 Lecture and practical module on genomics‐assisted structural characterization
of microbes8.3.14 Lecture and practical module on genomics‐assisted functional characterization
of microbes9.3.14 Educational Tour10.3.14 Lecture and practical module on microbial Metagenomics and data
interpretation11.3.14 Lecture and practical module on basic concepts of microbial synthesis of
nanoparticles12.3.14 Lecture and practical module on basic concepts of nanoformulation
developments and their applications13.3.14 Valedictory function
Programme at a glance
Duration: March 04 to 13, 2014 (10 days)
Total no. of participants: 20 (Twenty only)
Last date of application/nominations: Feb 20, 2014, Thursday
Eligible participants
Scientists, technical officers, research scholars, post‐docs and students of
universities/institutes/organizations working in the area of biological sciences
How to apply?
Scientists/faculty members/RAs and SRFs working with Research Institutes/
Universities/SUs/SAUs may write to the Director, NBAIM along with their RESUME
through proper channel by Feb 20, 2014. The selected candidates will be notified on
Feb 25, 2014 through email.
National Bureau of Agriculturally Important Microorganisms (NBAIM),Kushmaur, Mau ‐275103 (U.P.)
Phone: 0547‐2530080, Fax: 0547‐2530381 email: [email protected]; website:www.nbaim.org.in
For further details, please contact
Course Director
Course CoordinatorDr. Prem Lal Kashyap,Scientist (Plant Pathology)email:[email protected]
Co‐ Course CoordinatorDr. Hillol ChakdarScientist (Agricultural Microbiology)email:[email protected]
Co‐ Course CoordinatorDr. Alok K. SrivastavaSenior Scientist (Plant Pathology)Email: [email protected]
Dr. Arun Kumar Sharma, Director
Microbial Characterization andNanoformulations: Methods and Applications
National Training on
th th4 March to 13 March, 2014
Total no.of participants will be limited to twenty only
Category FeesFaculty Member/Scientist/Technical Officer Rs. 5,000/‐(ICAR, SAU, CSIR, University etc.) Research Scholar/ Students Rs. 2,500/‐
Registration Fees
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Enclose herewith Brief CV (One Page) and Cheque/DD drawn in favour of Director, NBAIM, payable at
Mau Nath Bhanjan, U.P. towards attending the Training.
Venue : National Bureau of Agriculturally Important Microorganisms
Kushmaur, Mau ‐ 275 103 U.P.
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National Bureau of Agriculturally Important MicroorganismsKushmaur, Mau ‐ 275 103, U.P.
Phone: 0547 ‐ 2530080, Fax : 0547 ‐ 2530381Visit us at: http//www.nbaim.org.in E.mail : [email protected]
“To act as a nodal centre for acquisition and management of
indigenous and exotic microbial genetic resources for food and
agriculture, and to carry out related research and human resource
development for sustainable growth of agriculture”
Mandate
Exploration and Collection of Agriculturally Important Microorganisms (AIMs)
Identification, characterization and documentation of AIMs
Conservation, maintenance and utilization of AIMs
Surveillance of indigenous/exotic AIMs
Microbial diversity and systematics
Human resource development
Objectives