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Understanding traffic control on the neuronal highway
Lekha Bandopadhyay
A research group led by Sandhya P. Koushika, Associate Professor, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai, recently discovered the role of three key regulators in the sorting and transport of synaptic vesicle (SV) proteins in neurons of the tiny roundworm Caenorhabditis elegans. The research sheds light on mechanisms that may relate to neurological disorders such as schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease.
Posted on Jul 12, 2024 in Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Genetics & Research
Is ecological restoration “melodious” enough?
Mohit Nikalje
A recent study from Project Dhvani -- a collaborative research group which uses sounds to study biodiversity -- has found how the removal of invasive Lantana from forest patches can affect red-vented bulbul songs. The study provides insights into how the removal of these trees and plants could change the way sounds propagate in forests.
Posted on Jun 14, 2024 in Evolutionary Biology, Environmental Sciences, Ecology & Research

The "Hunger Games" of college education: Unhealthy competition over collaboration
Anil Kumar Challa
It is perhaps too well known to students, parents and educators alike that the Indian higher education system is highly competitive. While some competition may be unavoidable, the question is - are some aspects of this competitive environment unnecessary, or even toxic? In this article, biology researcher and educator Anil Kumar Challa, from the Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence, Delhi NCR presents a perspective on why a collaborative environment is better than a competitive one.
Posted on Jul 15, 2024 in Science, Training, Career Development, Policy & Undergraduate
Plant science and perseverance: My story of overcoming challenges
Charukesi Rajulu
Charukesi Rajulu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics at the JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER), Mysuru. In this fourth article of the Journey Of Young Investigator (JOYI) 2024 series, she shares her journey, from an orthodox background to defying societal norms to make space for herself in plant science in Indian academia.
Posted on Jul 08, 2024 in Plant Biology, Science, Women in Science, Personal Experience & Young Investigators

https://www.youtube.com/live/a3uhayDaSvQ?si=bvp7CcWMDt4JfsU9
International Grants Awareness Program (iGAP)
Moving to Open Access and Open Science
Bernd Pulverer in conversation with Rohini Karandikar
In this webinar, Bernd Pulverer, Head, EMBO Press introduced the concept of Open Access (OA), discussed the purpose and challenges of EMBO's transition to OA and also spoke about OA as a business model.

https://youtube.com/live/vOEP3-m3ilk
Education
Navigating AI in creative teaching and learning of biology
Ishita Das in conversation with Vijeta Raghuram
What is generative AI? What does ChatGPT do when you give it a ‘prompt’? What are the benefits and limitations of generative AI tools in teaching and learning? How can educators use these tools creatively in their classrooms, while ensuring that their students do not become over-dependent on them? This webinar aimed to address these questions and more.

https://youtube.com/live/Vsw_KYHBO8o?feature=share
International Grants Awareness Program (iGAP)
EMBO Fellowships & Funding Opportunities
Karin Dumstrei in conversation with Rohini Karandikar
In this informational webinar, Karin Dumstrei discussed EMBO Fellowships and Short-term grants along with selection and eligibility criteria.

Radio PDF
“You just have to believe that you will figure it out“ - Archana Pawar Nayak
Archana Pawar-Nayak in conversation with Arushi Batra
The final episode of our much-loved series is now live.
Join us in this captivating conversation with Archana Pawar Nayak, a postdoctoral researcher at Mahendra Sonawane's Lab at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research.

Carbon Chronicles
Meet Ursula Biemann (Deep Weather)
Arushi Batra
Our fourth podcast episode of "Carbon Chronicles" is out now!
Join us as we dive into the world of #sciencessaying with the incredible Ursula Biemann and explore her thought-provoking exhibit, "Deep Weather." Ursula Biemann is an artist, author, and video essayist.

Radio PDF
“Take decisions very wisely and keep the persistence for it in this journey“ - Arpita Ghosh
Arpita Ghosh in conversation with Arushi Batra
Tune in to the 5th episode of the RADIO PDF series. Arpita Ghosh, a postdoc at Abhijit's lab in IIT Bombay shares her journey and current research with us. Explore the ongoing challenge of balancing personal and professional life as a woman in STEM.

Scientific Officer
MGM Advanced Research Institute, Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth
MGMARI invites applications for the post of Scientific Officer.
Closed on 31 January
HEAD, SCIENCE OPERATIONS and PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
Ignite Life Science Foundation
A PhD in life science with about 10 years of postdoctoral experience; direct experience in program management would be preferred, but it is more important that the candidate have the intellectual curiosity and creativity to be an effective contributor to …
Closed on 04 June 2023

5th IndiaBioscience Outreach Grants
IndiaBioscience, TIFR - NCBS
Science outreach and communication is a responsibility for scientists across career stages and disciplines. It is increasingly important to build interactions between scientists and the broader public via strategies such as sharing scientifically-reliable information, fostering scientific temperament and increasing the …
Closed on 15 July
Research Fellowships
The Centre for Brain and Mind (CBM) is an exciting new scientific venture of the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) and the National Institute for Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS), supported by Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies. CBM will undertake cutting-edge …
Closed on 30 May

YIM 2020
YIM 2020 was held between 14th-18th February 2020 in Mahabalipuram. For more details, visit the meetings page
YIM 2019
YIM 2019 was held between 6th-10th March 2019 in Guwahati. For more details, visit the meetings page
YIM 2018
YIM 2018 was held between 5th-8th March 2018 in Thiruvananthapuram. For more details, visit the meeting pages