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Chandigarh, India
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Reminder for aspiring researchers! Explore PhD opportunities at CSIR-IMTECH for the January 2027 session. See the original post below for eligibility, application details and important dates.
#CSIRIMTECH #PhDAdmissions #ResearchOpportunities
Admissions are now open for the Ph.D. January 2027 Session at CSIR-IMTECH, Chandigarh!
Step into cutting-edge labs designed for discovery across five exciting thematic verticals:
𝗔𝗕𝗖𝗗: AI-linked research, Bioinformatics, Computational biology & Data analytics
𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗣: Cellular & Molecular biology, Host-Pathogen Interactions & antimirobial research, Immunology & Pathogenisis
𝗙𝗔𝗕: Fermentation, Applied Chemistry & Bioprocesses
𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘:Genomics & Genetics, Applied microbiology, Mircrobial ecology & Environmental Biology
𝗩𝗜𝗕𝗘: Vaccines, Industrial enzymes, Biotherapeutics & Engineering of Proteins
Be part of an ecosystem offering top-tier research infrastructure, interdisciplinary mentorship, and impactful scientific innovation.
𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 𝟑𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
Learn more & apply: imtech.res.in (or scan the QR code in the flyer!)
@DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND @AcSIR_India
#CSIRIMTECH #PhDOpportunity #ScienceCareers #ResearchFellowship #AcSIR #Innovation #BiotechIndia
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My Address at the valedictory session of the 3-day "Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave" #ESTIC2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Key Takeaways:
"At ESTIC 2026, I commend the coming together of a wide range of scientific disciplines and international experts, including Nobel laureates. Our future aim has to be to ensure that ESTIC progressively evolves into a globally recognised platform where researchers, academicians, innovators, StartUps and Investors reach out to seek opportunities to participate, collaborate and co-create.
The success of India’s research and innovation ecosystem would increasingly be assessed through its tangible contributions to national development and the vision of 2047. India's research priorities need to increasingly focus on indigenous resources, indigenous methodologies and indigenous technologies developed within the country.
Let us disperse from here with a call for transformation through technology with tangible outcomes for common citizens, reaffirming PM Sh @NarendraModi ji's advice to work on measurable outcomes for the years to come".
CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH) is proud to share that Dr. Devadatha, Scientist C, has been honored with the Prof. T. N. Lakhanpal Award for Young Researchers in Fundamental Mycological Research.
The award recognizes his outstanding research on “Psychrotolerant Fungi from Ladakh and their Potential as Biofertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture” and his significant contributions to mycology. He received this honour during 53rd Annual Meeting of the Mycological Society of India (MSI) cum National Conference, hosted by the Department of Microbial Technology, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai.
Heartiest congratulations to Dr. Devadatha on this well-deserved recognition!
@DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND
#CSIRIMTECH #CSIRIndia #Mycology #YoungResearcherAward #SustainableAgriculture #Biofertilizers
CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH) is proud to share that Ms. Diksha Sood and team, working under the guidance of Dr. B. Devadatha, Scientist C, MTCC, CSIR-IMTECH, have been awarded the First Prize for Poster Presentation at the National Symposium on Next-Generation Plant Health Strategies for Climate Resilience, Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture and the Meeting of the Indian Phytopathological Society, held at ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute, Shimla, from 22–23 October 2026.
The award recognizes their research presented in the poster titled “Entomopathogenic Fungi as Biocontrol Agents against Major Maize Insect Pests: Characterization, Virulence Mechanisms and Genomic Insights,” highlighting the potential of fungi as biological control agents for sustainable crop protection and pest management.
This achievement reflects CSIR-IMTECH’s continued commitment to advancing microbial research and developing sustainable solutions for agriculture.
Heartiest congratulations to Ms. Diksha Sood, Dr. B. Devadatha, and the entire team on this well-deserved recognition!
@DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND @AcSIR_India
#CSIRIMTECH #ResearchExcellence #PosterPresentationAward #Mycology #Biocontrol #SustainableAgriculture #CropProtection #MicrobialResearch #CSIRIndia
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नई सोच और नवाचार के साथ आत्मनिर्भर भारत की ओर! 🇮🇳
माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी जी (@narendramodi) के विज़न के अनुरूप, #ESTIC2026 स्वदेशी तकनीकों के विकास और भविष्य की चुनौतियों के समाधान के लिए भारत के वैज्ञानिक एवं नवाचार पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र को सशक्त बनाने की दिशा में एक महत्वपूर्ण पहल है।
@PMOIndia @PrinSciAdvOff @DAEIndia @moayush @DBTIndia @IndiaDST @DRDO_India @moesgoi @EduMinOfIndia @GoI_MeitY @icarindia @ICMRDELHI @DoT_India @csir_niist @Estic_2026
#Innovation #ViksitBharat2047
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ESTIC-2026 is inspiring young minds to contribute to India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat@2047 through engaging discussions, expert insights and collaborative innovation.
@DrNKalaiselvi, Secretary, DSIR and Director General, CSIR, highlighted the conclave’s role in nurturing fresh ideas and strengthening India’s science and innovation ecosystem.
@DrJitendraSingh @PrinSciAdvOff @DAEIndia @moayush @DBTIndia @IndiaDST @DRDO_India @moesgoi @EduMinOfIndia @GoI_MeitY @icarindia @ICMRDELHI @DoT_India @csir_niist @Estic_2026
#ScienceAndTechnology #Innovation #ViksitBharat2047
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PM Sh @narendramodi attends the inauguration of the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave 2026 at Bharat Mandapam and reviews key technological developments and innovations.
#ESTIC2026
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At #ESTIC2026, Nobel Laureate Prof. Joachim Frank of Columbia University Irving Medical Center, recipient of the 2017 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, emphasised the importance of investing in cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) infrastructure.
He highlighted India’s immense scientific talent and the potential of high-resolution microscopes to enable researchers to develop innovative products.
He also encouraged young scientists to pursue their interests and follow their scientific curiosity.
@DrJitendraSingh @PrinSciAdvGoI @PrinSciAdvOff @waghmare16 @DBTIndia @CSIR_IND @moesgoi @estic_2026 @csir_niist
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Glimpses from Day 1 of the 3-day of “Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave” #ESTIC2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with inauguration by PM Sh @narendramodi ji.
India’s remarkable strides in science, tech, and innovation are opening new horizons, drawing thousands of experts and Nobel laureates together to shape the future!
Congratulations to Dr. Beena Krishnan & Team on acceptance of their Publication entitled "N-Glycosylation in the Receptor Binding Domain serves as aggregation gatekeeper of the SARS CoV2 Spike glycoprotein folding " in the Journal of Biological Chemistry(JBC) .
It is indeed a proud moment for IMTech Family. Wish you many more such accomplishments.
@DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND @AcSIR_India
At CSIR-IMTECH, Dr. E. Senthil Prasad and his team are developing an integrated technology for inulin extraction from chicory plant roots and inulinase enzyme production and purification.
The technology involves:
➤ Inulin extraction: Processing of dried chicory root through extraction, filtration and neutralization.
➤ Purification: Activated charcoal treatment, concentration and precipitation for obtaining dried inulin powder.
➤ Inulinase production: Microbial production of inulinase enzyme using fermentation-based processes.
➤ Enzyme purification: Development of downstream processing approaches for recovery and purification of the enzyme.
➤ Scale-up: Demonstration of a fermentation scale-up pathway from shake-flask culture to 7 L, 50 L and 500 L fermenters for inulinase enzyme production.
The technology provides an integrated platform for value addition of chicory root and microbial enzyme production, with potential applications in the development of prebiotic and functional food ingredients.
Have a research challenge or collaboration idea? Connect with CSIR-IMTECH/BERPDC to explore collaborative research and technology development opportunities.
Dr. E. Senthil Prasad
Senior Principal Scientist, CSIR-IMTECH
Email: [email protected]
@DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND
#CSIR #CSIRIMTECH #BERPDC #Inulin #Chicory #Inulinase #Prebiotics #FunctionalFoods #EnzymeTechnology #Fermentation #Biotechnology
The Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC), CSIR-IMTECH, successfully organised a workshop on Good Clinical Practices (GCP) on 26th October 2026 to strengthen the understanding of ethical and regulatory requirements in biomedical and clinical research involving human participants. The Program was attended by IEC members and all scientists. The program commenced with inaugural address by Prof. Arunaloke Chakrabarti, Chairman, IEC-IMTECH, followed by a technical session. Prof. Bikash Medhi, Professor, Department of Pharmacology, PGIMER delivered lectures on “Basic Concepts of Indian and International Good Clinical Practices (GCP),” addressing the regulatory framework and ethical principles guiding research involving human participants in India and on “Regulatory Roadmap and ICMR Ethical Guidelines For Biomedical Research,” providing an overview of the principles and standards governing ethical and quality clinical research. Dr Ajay Praksh, Additional Professor, Department of Pharmacology, PGIMER, discussed “Study Design and Randomised Controlled Trials (RCTs),” highlighting the importance of robust study design and scientific validity. Collectively, the sessions offered valuable insights for both researchers and IEC members and were followed by interactive discussions.
The programme concluded with the closing remarks by the Director, Dr Alka Rao, who expressed her appreciation for the trainers Prof. Bikash Medi and Dr Ajay Prakash, and extended congratulations to the organising team. The session concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr Rashmi Kumar, Member Secretary, IEC-IMTECH.
@DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND
#CSIRIMTECH #GoodClinicalPractice #GCP #ResearchEthics #ClinicalResearch #BiomedicalResearch #InstitutionalEthicsCommittee #CapacityBuilding
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VIDEO | After inaugurating the Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026, PM Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) says, "One startup is working on wearable EEG technology, which helps in understanding brain activity. Indian companies are developing indigenous wireless and satellite communication solutions. In the field of nutrition, products are being developed to address specific dietary needs. In the semiconductor sector, Indian companies are working on new technologies. Research is also being carried out in India to find solutions for utilizing industrial waste, such as steel slag."
(Source: PMO YT)
#EmergingScienceTechnologyandInnovationConclave #ESTIC2026
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#WATCH | This conference is being held at a time when India has earned global recognition for its scientific achievements, innovation and technological capabilities. This is why there is tremendous enthusiasm surrounding this international conference in India, with thousands of experts and delegates, including three world-renowned Nobel laureates, participating. The theme of this year’s ESTIC, “Inspiring Minds, Catalyzing Science, Empowering Technologies,” reflects India’s growing confidence. The world’s perception of India is changing, and I believe historians will one day analyse why independent India had to wait nearly 80 years to witness this moment: Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, @DrJitendraSingh, at the inauguration of the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave, 2026 at Bharat Mandapam.
#ESTIC2026 #ScienceAndTechnology #Innovation
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The stage is set for a historic moment in Indian science.
#ESTIC2026 will be inaugurated by the Hon'ble PM, Shri @NarendraModi, marking a defining step towards a self-reliant technological future.
This platform will define the next generation of scientific breakthroughs and set the national agenda for deep-tech innovation.
Witness the vision that will guide India's scientific leadership for decades to come.
@PMOIndia @DrJitendraSingh @PrinSciAdvGoI @PrinSciAdvOff @waghmare16 @Dhana_Arumugam1 @DBTIndia @CSIR_IND @moesgoi @csir_niist @PIB_India
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⏳ Just 1 Day to Go! 🇮🇳
The stage is set for ESTIC 2026 — where scientific excellence meets innovation to shape India’s future.
📅 27–29 October 2026
📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Join us as brilliant minds come together to drive discovery, collaboration and innovation under the theme “Creative Minds, Catalysing Science, Empowering Society.”
Be there. Be part of the future!
@DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND @GVRayasam @PrinSciAdvOff @DAEIndia @moayush @DBTIndia @IndiaDST @DRDO_India @moesgoi @EduMinOfIndia @GoI_MeitY @icarindia @ICMRDELHI @DoT_India @csir_niist @Estic_2026
#ESTIC2026 #ScienceAndTechnology #Innovation #ViksitBharat #IndiaScience
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12 Frontiers of Innovation. One Vision for a Developed India! 🇮🇳🔬
From intelligent technologies and next-generation semiconductors to breakthroughs in healthcare, clean energy, space and ocean exploration, innovation is opening new horizons across 12 transformative domains.
At ESTIC 2026, scientific minds, researchers and innovators come together to explore emerging technologies, exchange ideas and accelerate solutions for a brighter, self-reliant future.
🌐 12 domains. Boundless opportunities. A future powered by science and innovation.
Which of these 12 domains do you think will have the greatest impact on India's future? Share your thoughts!
📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
📅 27–29 October 2026
@DrJitendraSingh @PrinSciAdvOff @DAEIndia @moayush @DBTIndia @IndiaDST @DRDO_India @moesgoi @EduMinOfIndia @GoI_MeitY @icarindia @ICMRDELHI @DoT_India @csir_niist @Estic_2026
#ESTIC2026 #ScienceAndTechnology #Innovation #ViksitBharat
Our volleyball and cricket teams played with enthusiasm and demonstrated team spirit and sportsmanship at the 53rd Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Memorial Tournament (Outdoor) 2026, held at CSIR-NPL from 24–26 October 2026.
Congratulations to our players who earned "Player of the Match" honors for their exceptional gameplay:
Cricket:
Mr. Farid Mohd. (Vs IHBT)
Volleyball:
Mr. Jaideep Mehta (Vs CBRI)
Mr. Rakesh Dhiman (Vs IHBT)
Kudos to all the players for their dedication, teamwork, and fighting spirit on the field!
@DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND
#CSIRIMTECH #SSBMT2026 #SportsAtCSIR #PlayerOfTheMatch #Cricket #Volleyball #TeamSpirit #Champions
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#ESTIC2026 the mega 3-day International “Emerging Science Technology Innovation Conclave” begins at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on October 27.
Let’s all be a part of this.