TATA INSTITUTE OF FUNDAMENTAL RESEARCH (TIFR) ADMISSION 2009-2010: Ph.D, INTEGRATED Ph.D, MSc in BIOLOGY

TATA INSTITUTE OF FUNDAMENTAL RESEARCH (TIFR)
(A DEEMED UNIVERSITY)
Homi Bhabha Road, Colaba, Mumbai 400005.


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PH.D. PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS, PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, BIOLOGY, COMPUTER & SYSTEMS SCIENCES AND SCIENCE EDUCATION

INTEGRATED PH.D. PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS (BANGALORE) AND BIOLOGY;

M.SC. PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research is India’s premier institution for advanced research in fundamental sciences. The Institute runs a graduate programmeleading to the award of Ph.D. degree, as well as M.Sc. and Integrated Ph.D. in certain subjects. With its distinguished faculty, world class facilities and stimulating research environment, it is an ideal place for aspiring scientists to initiate their career.

The Graduate Programme at TIFR is classified into the following Subjects - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer & Systems Sciences and Science Education. It is conducted at the Mumbai campus and various National Centres of TIFR.

SUBJECTS :

Mathematics: School of Mathematics, Mumbai (Ph.D. programme, http://www.math.tifr.res.in) and Centre for Applicable Mathematics (CAM), Bangalore (Ph.D. and Integrated Ph.D. programme in Applicable Mathematics, http://math.tifrbng.res.in).

Physics(http://www.tifr.res.in/~sbp): Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Department of Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science, Department of High Energy Physics, Department of Nuclear and Atomic Physics, Department of Theoretical Physics (all at Mumbai campus); National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA), Pune [http://ncra.tifr.res.in]; Biophysics at the Department of Chemical Sciences, Mumbai and NCBS, Bangalore [http://www.ncbs.res.in/ibio]

Chemistry: Department of Chemical Sciences, Mumbai (http://www.tifr.res.in/dcs); Biological Chemistry at NCBS, Bangalore [http://www.ncbs.res.in/ibio]

Biology: Department of Biological Sciences, Mumbai (http://www.tifr.res.in/dbs); National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Bangalore [http://www.ncbs.res.in]

Computer & Systems Sciences: School of Technology & Computer Science (STCS), Mumbai, http://www.tifr.res.in/tcs; Science Education: Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE), Mumbai. For details about admission to the Ph.D. programme in Science Education please see http://www.hbcse.tifr.res.in.

GRADUATE SCHOOL - GS 2009 : The Academic year starts from August 1, 2009. STIPEND : Ph.D. students receive a monthly scholarship of Rs 12000/- enhanced to Rs 14000/- after registration.

ELIGIBILITY :

Mathematics: M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech./M.A./B.A./ B.Sc. degree holders or final year students with a consistently good academic record.
Physics & Chemistry : M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech. degree holders. Fresh B.Sc. graduates with consistently good academic record and knowledge of advanced topics may also apply.
Biology: Ph.D. Programme - M.Sc. in any basic science discipline, M.Sc. (Ag), B.Tech., B.E.,MBBS, B.V.Sc., BDS, B.Pharm. & M.Pharm.

Integrated Ph.D. Programme or M.Sc. - B.Sc. in any basic science discipline/B.Sc. (Agriculture/Horticulture/Fishery).

Computer & Systems Sciences: B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc. (all relevant disciplines) degree holders or final year students with a consistently good academic record. Fresh B.Sc. students with an outstanding academic record and motivation for research.

Candidates not holding a Master’s degree and admitted to a Ph.D. programme can receive an M.Sc. degree by fulfilling prescribed requirements (see http://www.tifr.res.in/~gsoffice for details).


ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE :

The admissions procedure (in all subjects except Science Education) consists of a written test at one of several nationwide centres. The written test will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2008 at the following centres : Ahmedabad (St. Xavier’s Coll), Bangalore (UAS), Bhubaneshwar (Utkal U), Chandigarh (Panjab U), Chennai (IIT), Cochin (CUSAT), Delhi (Miranda House), Guwahati (IIT), Hyderabad (Hyderabad U), Indore (Devi Ahilya U), Kanpur (IIT), Kolkata (Goenka College), Mumbai (TIFR), Patna (Patna Sci. College), Pune (Spicer Memorial College), Varanasi (BHU).

Interviews: For information on subsequent interviews, please check the website.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Applications may be submitted online at http://univ.tifr.res.in

Last date for receiving applications for Hall-tickets: OCTOBER 14, 2008.

For more details please visit website: http://univ.tifr.res.in

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Training in Electron Microscopy for Scientific Investigators and Laboratory/Technical Staff - All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110 029

Training in Electron Microscopy for (1) Scientific Investigators and (2) Laboratory/Technical Staff

1. Scientific Investigators’ Training Programme

The training course offers comprehensive laboratory training on the biological specimen preparation, imaging and analysis techniques related to Scanning, Transmission and Immuno-electron Microscopy. The course offers a unique curriculum of classroom lectures by experienced scientists and laboratory practical in a small group setting with opportunity to interact with and discuss daily topics with instructors in a relaxed atmosphere.

Eligibility:

Ph.D/MD or M.Sc. Degree in Life Sciences with 2-3 years of research experience. The applicant should state clearly the nature of the research project in which he/she is involved (in 200 words) and why training in Electron Microscopy is necessary for pursuing further research. Candidates seeking direct admission to Advance Course should have 2-3 years of research experience in Electron Microscopy [supported by publication(s)]. However, all candidates seeking admission to Basic Course will be considered eligible for the Advance Course. The advance course will consist of (a) Microwave technique (b) Immunoelectron microscopic techniques and (c) Cryo-technique and (d) Tracer technique.

2. Laboratory Technicians' Training Programme:

In this short course, training is imparted in the basic maintenance and operation of electron microscopes and other ancillary equipment. Candidates are also exposed to techniques of sample preparatio, ultrathin sectioning and grid preparation for TEM and sample preparation, critical point drying and sputter coating for SEM and photomicrography.

Eligibility: Laboratory/ Technical Personnel from Institutions ahving some E.M. work experience or have undergone E.M. training for technical personnel at AIIMS.

Dates for Training Programmes

• Scientific Investigators Training Programme: 3rd to 18th November, 2008 (Course fee Rs.5000/-)
• Laboratory Technicians Training Program : 2nd to 10th Bebruary, 2009 (Course fee Rs.2000/-).
• Summer Training for Laboratory/Technical staff: 15th May to 30th June, 2009 (Course Fee: Rs.5000/-)

NOTE : COURSE FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE BOARDING & LODGING, WHICH ARE TO BE ARRANGED BY THE CANDIDATES THEMSELVES

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COMPANY SECRETARIES (CS) COURSE: ADMISSIONS - THE INSTITUTE OF COMAPANY SECRETARIES OF INDIA (ICSI)

THE INSTITUTE OF COMAPANY SECRETARIES OF INDIA (ICSI)
Statutory body under an Act of Parliament

WHEN IT COMES TO CAREER BUILDING

*The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is a Premier National Professional Body established by an Act of Parliament to develop and regulate the PRofession of Company Secretaries.

*ICSI imparts training in Company Secretaryship by Distance Learning (By Correspondence) enabling students to quality as Company Secretaries.


COMPANY SECRETARIES (CS) COURSE:

"A Course that transfors students into modern corporate professionals"


STAND OUT OF CROWD

Stages To Become Company Secretary

CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PRE-MEMBERSHIP TRAINING (16 Months)
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMME (8 Papers)
EXECUTIVE PROGRAMME (6 Papers)
FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (4 Papers)

THE COMPANY SECRETARY

*An expert in corporate laws, securities laws and capital market and corporate governance.
*Chief advisor to the board of directors on best practices in corporate governance
*Responsible for all regulatory compliance of company
*Corporate planner and strategic manager

ELIGIBILITY:
*10+2 Pass or its equivalent
*Students of nay discipline in Arts, Commerce and Science excluding Fine Arts can pursue the Company Secretaryship Course.

PROSPECTUS AND APPLICATION FORM:
Cash Payment: Rs.200/-
By Post/Courier: Rs.250/-

DD/IPO in favour of "The Institute of Comany Secretareis of India" payable at New Delhi.


ADMISSION IS OPEN THROUGHT THE YEAR.
CUT-OFF DATE FOR APPEARING IN JUNE 2009 EXAMINATION FOR FOUNDATION PROGRAMME IS 30th SEPTEMBER, 2008.

For more details please visit website: www.icsi.edu

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CENTRAL INSTITUTE OF FISHERIES EDUCATION (CIFE) SHORT TERM TRAINING PROGRAMMES - FISHERIS AND AQUACULTURE

CENTRAL INSTITUTE OF FISHERIES EDUCATION (CIFE)
(Deemed University : I.C.A.R.)
Fisheries University Road, Versova, Mumbai-400061

TO LERAN MORE ABOUT FISHERIS AND AQUACULTURE JOIN FOLLOWING
SHORT TERM TRAINING PROGRAMMES

CIFE MUMBAI (H.Q.)

1. Trickle Down System of Aquaculture Extension
Period: 7 Days (16-22 Oct, 2008)
Fees: Rs.2000/-
Coordinators: V.K. Tiwari

2. Fisheries Co-management
Period: 10 Days (12-21 Nov, 2008)
Fees: Rs.3000/-
Coordinators: P.S. Ananthan

3. Diganosis of Shrimp Viral Disease using Histopathology
Period: 10 Days (02-11 Dec, 2008)
Fees: Rs.3000/-
Coordinators: S.K. Mukharjee

4. Training Skills Development
Period: 7 Days (18-24 Dec, 2008)
Fees: Rs.2000/-
Coordinators: S.K. Mishra

5. FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries
Period: 10 Days (6-15 Feb, 2009)
Fees: Rs.3000/-
Coordinators: Latha Shenoy

6. Aquatic Enviornmental Management
Period: 7 Days (23 Feb-1, 2009)
Fees: Rs.2000/-
Coordinators: C.S. Purushothaman

7. Sea Fafety
Period: 7 Days (5-11, Mar, 2009)
Fees: Rs.2000/-
Coordinators: Latha Shenoy

8. Community Bsed Disaster Management
Period: 7 Days (20-26 Mar, 2009)
Fees: Rs.2000/-
Coordinators: Arpita Sharma


CIFE CENTRE, ROHTAK

1. Scampi Hatchery Management using Underground Sub-Saline water
Period: 10 Days (15-24 Sep, 2008)
Fees: Rs.3000/-
Coordinators: S.Raizada

CIFE CENTRE, KAKINADA

1. Brackish Water Fin Fish and Shellfish Culture practices
Period: 10 Days (17-26 Sep, 2008)
Fees: Rs.3000/-
Coordinators: G.Venugopal

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ADMISSION TO AME (AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING)/ BE, B.TECH, MBA and MCA COURSES - PARK SCHOOL OF AERONAUTICAL SCIENCES

PARK SCHOOL OF AERONAUTICAL SCIENCES
(Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, Approved by AICTE, Accredited by NBA & NAAC, ISO Certified)
N.H. 47, Kaniyur, Coimbatore-641659
Email: parkcollege@hotmail.com


ADMISSION OPEN

AME (AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING) - 3 years
Appvoed by Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Government of India

Eligibility: +2/ Diploma with 50% marks aggregate in PCM


RUN BY FOUNDERS OF
PARK COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY AND
TAMILNADU COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING (Estd. 1984 & 1st S.F. Engg. College in TN)

4 years BE/B.TECH PROGRAMMES

• Automobile,
• Computer Science,
• Electronics and Communication,
• Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics,
• Information Technology,
• Civil,
• Aeronautical,
• Instrumentation

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ADMISSION TO MBA, MSc MICROBIOLOGY, BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY COURSES MAR ATHANASIUS COLLEGE - KERALA (A FEW SEATS ARE AVAILABLE)

MAR ATHANASIUS COLLEGE
KOTHAMANGALAM, KERALA-686666
(NAAC Accredited 'A' Grade Institution)

ADMISSION TO MBA

Candidates successful in MAT conducted by both IGNOU and AIMA are eligible for admission.

Apply before 30th September 2008.

Classes will commence on 6th October 2008.

Maanagement experts: Dr. John Paulparambil, and Dr. Jomon Lonappan will lead the sessions.

A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY TO DO POST GRADUATION FROM AUNIQUE INSTITUTION IN KERALA

ADMISSION TO MSc MICROBIOLOGY, BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY

The Composite Departments of this college provides latest technological information to the sutdents and imparts knowledge by equipping them with the most advanced skills in their respective fields. The Department provides scholarships for University rank holders in Degree Courses.

Eight University ranks ahve been baged by the Department since its inception in 2002.

A FEW SEATS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THESE COURSES

For more details please visit website: www.macoolege.in

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