Plant and Tissue Culture

Objectives

• To prepare for employment in plant biotechnology, horticulture and agriculture sectors.
• To train to launch self-employed ventures in plant tissue culture

Eligibility

• Anthonians from science stream

Course Highlights

• Exposure to the basic concepts of Plant Tissue Culture: Cellular totipotency, Culture induced genetic instability, Micropropagation, Accilimatization of in vitro regenerated plants, Conservation of Germplasm and Preservation of Biodiversity
• Case study of Plant Tissue Culture Industry in India and Abroad
• Job-oriented hands-on training on the culture methods adopted by industry
• Training in research projects in areas of conservation of germplasm and in micropropagation of horticulture and medicinal plant species.

Fees

Rs. 5500, payable in two installments. Anthonians:

• First installemet of Rs. 3500 at the time of admission.
• Second installment of Rs. 2000(1^st week of August.)

There will be a discount of Rs. 200, if the full amount is paid at the time of admission.

Class Timings

• 3.30 to 5.30pm (Monday through Friday)

Coordinator

• Dr. M A Laskar, Department of Biotechnology