The journey starts with hands-on laboratory work and theoretical understanding to provide trainees with a comprehensive skill set that is essential for careers in genomics & biotechnology through covering various methods for isolating DNA/RNA from different sources, and explore different PCR protocols, including conventional and quantitative methods. Trainees will gradually learn how to check sample integrity, yield & reaction optimization, troubleshooting common challenges, design experiments, validate results and understand the nuances of primer design. As the modules progress, trainees will learn about the importance of expression analysis in various biological contexts, cloning techniques to insert PCR products into vectors for propagation in host organisms, and finally dive into the world of DNA sequencing such as Sanger sequencing, as well as next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies that have revolutionized genomic research.By the end of these modules, trainees will be well-prepared to contribute meaningfully to the field of molecular biology.

Through a combination of exploring essential biological databases, learning about sequence alignment methods, principles of gene prediction & annotation in genomic sequences, phylogenetics & evolutionary analysis and introduction to basic coding concepts focusing on R and Python, trainees will leave these modules with a solid foundation in bioinformatics principles and techniques.

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The journey begins with learning about aseptic techniques, streak plating, and serial dilution, which are vital for isolating and identifying microorganisms from various environments to enable trainees to gain proficiency in culturing methods, interpreting growth patterns, and understanding microbial physiology. As the journey progresses, the focus will shift towards clinical microbiology to learn about pathogen identification, antibiotic susceptibility testing, the mechanisms of infection, and interpret clinical specimens. The journey will end with an introduction to microbial biotechnology showcasing how microorganisms can be harnessed for practical applications in various industries.  

Explore the significance of cell lines in research, drug development, and biotechnology by learning about the conditions, media, and equipment required to maintain viable cell lines in vitro. Trainees will gain practical skills in manipulating cell cultures, establishing  & maintaining immortalized cell lines, passaging and cryopreservation.

Explore the fascinating world of chromosomes and starting from the types of abnormalities and their implications in genetic disorders to the methods used for diagnosis including Karyotyping and Fluorescent in situ hybridization - FISH. Also examining case studies to understand the role of chromosomal aberrations in disease progression.

This module focuses on the fundamental principles of nanotechnology, including size scaling, surface area-to-volume ratio, and the unique properties of materials at the nanoscale, and examine the various nanomaterials used in biotechnology. The module covers the synthesis techniques and characterization methods of nanomaterials, and also aims to provide trainees with a comprehensive understanding of the processes involved in preparing nanomaterials from plants and the various methods used to characterize these nanoscale innovations such as Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Laser Doppler Electrophoresis (LDE).