<![CDATA[BOL: Related items]]> https://bioinformaticsonline.com/related/28449?offset=690 https://bioinformaticsonline.com/bookmarks/view/10415/bioinformatician-stuck-in-wet-lab Tue, 06 May 2014 12:46:56 -0500 https://bioinformaticsonline.com/bookmarks/view/10415/bioinformatician-stuck-in-wet-lab <![CDATA[Bioinformatician stuck in wet-lab]]> This guide is aimed at pet bioinformaticians, and is meant to guide them towards better career development.

1. Make friends with local bioinformatics groups
2. Talk to your computing group
3. Obtain clear expectations
4. Rewrite your job description
5. Papers
6. Attend bioinformatics meetings
7. Try first, ask later

Address of the bookmark: http://biomickwatson.wordpress.com/2013/04/23/a-guide-for-the-lonely-bioinformatician/

]]> Rahul Agarwal https://bioinformaticsonline.com/bookmarks/view/44279/bioinformatics-training-material Sat, 18 Mar 2023 11:26:18 -0500 https://bioinformaticsonline.com/bookmarks/view/44279/bioinformatics-training-material <![CDATA[Bioinformatics Training Material !]]> Glittr is a curated list of bioinformatics training material.
All material is:

  • In a GitHub or GitLab repository
  • Free to use
  • Written in markdown or similar

NOTE: This list of courses is selected only based on the above criteria.
There are no checks on quality.

https://glittr.org/?per_page=25&sort_by=stargazers&sort_direction=desc

Address of the bookmark: https://glittr.org/?per_page=25&sort_by=stargazers&sort_direction=desc

]]> BioStar https://bioinformaticsonline.com/opportunity/view/10881/special-project-scientist-%E2%80%93-sorghum-genomics Tue, 20 May 2014 00:34:39 -0500 <![CDATA[Special Project Scientist – Sorghum Genomics]]> ICRISAT is seeking applications from Indian Nationals for a Special Project Scientist to work on a sorghum genomics activities related to sequencing/re-sequencing projects utilizing New Generation Sequencing platforms.

The Job detail

Advancing the SNP-discovery and polymorphism assessment work across several germplasm panels representing global genetic diversity
Population genetic and genomic analyses, testing the hypothesis related to adaptation in multiple geographic regions
Develop SNP assays from large scale GBS and other re-sequencing data for several target traits utilizing available phenotyping data
Combined analyses of genotypic and phenotypic data for discovery of marker-trait associations, and conducting GWAS
Processing, analyzing, and archiving large-scale genomic data sets, assessing data quality, conducting analyses, interpreting findings, and communicating findings to others including preparation of reports, presentations, posters and journal articles
Providing support to MSc and PhD students on topic related to its major core of research
Any other work assigned by the supervisor

The Person:

PhD in bioinformatics, genetics, computational biology preferably with 1 to 2 years of experience;
familiar with standard bioinformatics tools and scripting languages and emerging and evolving software platforms relevant to bioinformatics and computational biology;
ability to create new analytical pipelines; experience with handling large data sets;
ability to program in at least two of the following: C++, PERL, Python, R, Java.
will use next-generation sequencing technologies to generate marker data for genetic mapping and transcriptome data for expression QTL mapping, and will be responsible for data generation as well as data analysis.

Period and Remuneration: The assignment is for a period of two years, and can be extended for another year depending on performance. ICRISAT pays a very attractive all inclusive lump sum assignment fee payable in Indian Rupees.

How to Apply: Please send your application by email to icrisatjobs@cgiar.org, stating the job title (Special project Scientist-Sorghum Genomics) clearly in the subject column, addressed to the Director, Human Resources and Operations, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, India, latest by 10 June 2014. The application should include an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, a short statement of competencies and experience for the position, and the names and addresses (including phone/e-mail) of three referees. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

More at: http://www.icrisat.org/careers/Special-Project-Scientist-Sorghum-Genomics.htm

]]> https://bioinformaticsonline.com/blog/view/44516/16srna-database-download Wed, 24 Apr 2024 04:33:15 -0500 https://bioinformaticsonline.com/blog/view/44516/16srna-database-download <![CDATA[16sRNA Database Download]]> Downloading 16S rRNA databases can be crucial for various bioinformatics analyses, especially in microbiome research. However, it's important to note that databases can vary based on your specific needs, such as the taxonomic coverage you require or the type of analysis you're performing. Here's a general guideline on how you can obtain 16S rRNA databases:

  1. NCBI (National Center for Biotechnology Information):

    • NCBI provides various databases related to genetic information, including 16S rRNA sequences.
    • You can access the 16S ribosomal RNA sequences from NCBI's Nucleotide database (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/nucleotide/).
    • Perform a search using keywords like "16S rRNA" or specific bacterial names to find relevant sequences.
    • You can download sequences individually or in batches using the provided tools.

  2. GreenGenes:

    • GreenGenes is a widely used 16S rRNA gene sequence database.
    • You can access it at http://greengenes.secondgenome.com/.
    • GreenGenes provides precompiled databases for various purposes, including classification, alignment, and phylogenetic analysis.

  3. SILVA:

    • SILVA (https://www.arb-silva.de/) is another comprehensive database for ribosomal RNA (rRNA) sequences.
    • It covers not only 16S rRNA but also other ribosomal RNA sequences.
    • SILVA provides precompiled databases for various purposes, including taxonomic classification and alignment.

  4. Ribosomal Database Project (RDP):

    • RDP (http://rdp.cme.msu.edu/) is a curated database that offers 16S rRNA sequences.
    • It provides tools for sequence analysis and classification.
    • You can download sequences and taxonomy information from their website.

  5. QIIME (Quantitative Insights Into Microbial Ecology):

    • QIIME (https://qiime2.org/) is a widely used bioinformatics platform for microbiome analysis.
    • It provides tools for analyzing microbial communities, including processing 16S rRNA sequences.
    • QIIME often includes its own preprocessed 16S rRNA databases that can be used for analysis within the platform.

Before downloading any database, make sure to read the terms of use and citation requirements, as some databases may have specific usage policies. Additionally, consider the compatibility of the database with your analysis pipeline and software tools.

 

NCBI 16s RNA database location ftp://ftp.ncbi.nih.gov/blast/db/16SMicrobial.tar.gz

]]> LEGE https://bioinformaticsonline.com/researchlabs/view/10739/science-for-life-laboratory-scilifelab-sweden Sat, 10 May 2014 06:22:30 -0500 <![CDATA[Science for Life Laboratory (SciLifeLab)-Sweden]]> Science for Life Laboratory (SciLifeLab) is a national center for molecular biosciences with focus on health and environmental research. The center combines frontline technical expertise with advanced knowledge of translational medicine and molecular bioscience. SciLifeLab is a national resource and a collaboration between four universities: Karolinska Institutet, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm University and Uppsala University.

Webpage : https://www.scilifelab.se/about-us/
Opportunity: https://www.scilifelab.se/about-us/career/

]]> https://bioinformaticsonline.com/researchlabs/view/4549/mab-lab Sun, 15 Sep 2013 09:28:09 -0500 <![CDATA[MAB Lab]]> Seamless integration of a series of biological processes finally manifests as what we perceive as "Life". In order to gain insights about life and its manifestations in different forms (from single cell to multicellular forms), we seek to understand the underlying mechanistic basis of biological processes at the molecular level and integrate them at the systems level. Towards this, we employ a combination of approaches encompassing Bioinformatics & Computational Biology, Biochemical and Biophysical approaches and X-ray crystallography. Our current research interests pertains to RNA Biology and Molecular Evolution.

More @ http://www.iitg.ernet.in/banand/index.html

]]> https://bioinformaticsonline.com/file/view/4219/brief-biodata-of-dr-pranjal-chandra Wed, 04 Sep 2013 11:14:03 -0500 https://bioinformaticsonline.com/file/view/4219/brief-biodata-of-dr-pranjal-chandra <![CDATA[Brief Biodata Of Dr. Pranjal Chandra]]> Pranjal Chandra PhD https://bioinformaticsonline.com/pages/view/18749/list-of-biotechnology-research-laboratory-university-and-centre-in-india Thu, 30 Oct 2014 12:34:34 -0500 https://bioinformaticsonline.com/pages/view/18749/list-of-biotechnology-research-laboratory-university-and-centre-in-india <![CDATA[List of Biotechnology Research Laboratory, University, and Centre in India]]> DEPARTMENT OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH (ICMR)

COUNCIL OF SCIENTIFIC & INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH (CSIR)

 

CITYWISE

City Wise Llist of Govt. and Non Govt. Research institutions in India -

Ahmedabad

Allahabad

Bangalore

Barrackpore (W. B.)

· Central Inland Capture Fisheries Research Institute

Bhopal

Bhubaneswar

Calcutta

Chandigarh

Chennai (Madras)

Delhi

Dehradun

Dirang (Arunachal Pradesh)

Durgapur

Eluru (A. P.)

Gandhi Nagar

Goa

Hyderabad

Indore

Jammu

Jhansi (U. P)

Jodhpur (Rajasthan)

Kanpur

Kasaragod

Kharagpur

Kochi

Lucknow

Mathura

Mumbai (Bombay)

Palakkad

Palampur (H.P.)

Peechi

Pilani

Puttur (Karnataka)

Pune

Roorkie (U. P.)

Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram)

Varanasi (U. P.)

· Indian Institute of Vegetable Research

 

UNIVERSITIES/COLLEGES UNDER UGC

DST

•  Agharkar Research Institute, Pune

•  Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeobotany, Lucknow

•  Bose Institute, Kolkata

•  Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, Kolkata

•  International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials,
...esr ...Hyderabad

•  Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore

•  Indian Institute of Geomagnetism, Mumbai

•  Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Pune

•  Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Bangalore

•  National Accreditation Board for Testing & Calibration Laboratories, New Delhi

•  Raman Research Institute, Bangalore

•  S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata

•  Sreechitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology, Thiruvananthapuram

•  Technology Information, Forecasting & Assessment Council (TIFAC), New Delhi

•  Vigyan Prasar, New Delhi

 

Indian Council of Agricultural Research

  • National Bureaue of Soil Survey & Land Use Planning (NBSSLUP)
  • Central Research Institute for Jute & Allied Fibres (CRIJAF)
  • National Bureaue of Agriculturally Important Micro-Organisms (NBAIMO
  • Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture
]]> Jit https://bioinformaticsonline.com/researchlabs/view/11107/the-minerva-research-group-for-bioinformatics Tue, 27 May 2014 15:48:14 -0500 <![CDATA[The Minerva Research Group for Bioinformatics]]> The focus of the bioinformatics group is to use computational approaches to gain an insight into genome evolution in primates.

http://www.eva.mpg.de/genetics/bioinformatics/overview.html?Fsize=0%2C%20%40%2F%27

Kelso Group
Department of Evolutionary Genetics
Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology
Deutscher Platz 6
04103 Leipzig
Germany
Phone: +49 341 3550 500

Job:
http://www.eva.mpg.de/genetics/bioinformatics/jobs.html?Fsize=0%2C%2B%40

]]> https://bioinformaticsonline.com/opportunity/view/33449/ra-bioinformatics-at-nipgr-india Tue, 06 Jun 2017 04:21:12 -0500 <![CDATA[RA Bioinformatics at NIPGR, INDIA]]> Applications are invited from suitable candidates for filling up the purely temporary positions of one Research Associate (RA) and one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the DBT- CPCFG Sub-Project 2B entitled “Understanding genetic and molecular basis of Ascochyta blight resistance in chickpea” under the supervision of Dr. Praveen Verma, Scientist, NIPGR.

Research Associate (one post): Emoluments as per DST/DBT norms & as sanctioned in the project

Qualification: Candidates having Ph.D. degree (awarded) in any discipline of Life Sciences with good publication record are eligible to apply. Candidates having prior experience in the area of Genetic and molecular analysis of plant/fungus for disease resistance/susceptibility of transcriptome and genome analysis will be preferred.

Junior Research Fellow (one post): Emoluments as per DST/DBT norms & as sanctioned in the project

Qualification: Candidates having M.Sc./M.Tech degree in any discipline of Life Sciences/Engineering (with minimum 55% marks) are eligible to apply. The Candidate having prior work experience in Molecular biology of plants/animal/fungus or Computational biology with experience in analysis of next-generation sequencing data, protein-protein interaction and system biology will be given preference.

The positions are purely temporary and are co-terminus with the project. The initial appointment will be for one year, which can be extended/curtailed on the basis of assessment of the candidate’s performance and discretion of the Competent Authority. The eligible candidates may further be shortlisted based on the qualification/experience depending on the total number of applications received. NIPGR reserves the right to select the candidate against the above post depending upon the qualification(s) and experience of the candidate. Reservation of post shall be as per Govt. of India norms.

Eligible candidates may apply by sending their complete application in the enclosed format.

The attested copies of the certificates and proof of research experience (if any) are to be attached with the hard copy of application. The applications should reach at the address given below within 15 days from the date of advertisement. The envelope must be superscribed by “Application for the Post of RA/JRF in the CPCFG Project” of Dr. Praveen Verma.

http://www.nipgr.res.in/files/careers/app_format_RA_JRF.docx

Contact Person address
Dr. Praveen Verma
Staff Scientist-VI & Principal Investigator ,
National Institute of Plant Genome Research ,(NIPGR)
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, P.O. Box NO. 10531,
New Delhi - 110067

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