The Department of Biotechnology invites research proposals on “Translational Research using GenomeIndia Data” for funding.
Researchers can avail of up to 50 lakhs grant through this project.
The project aimed to map the genetic diversity of the Indian population and understand how genetic variations contribute to diseases, health conditions, and drug responses across different ethnic and regional groups.
The call aims to facilitate institutions, organizations, researchers, and health leaders to exploit the opportunities of translational research using GIP data sets
Project scope / Focus areas
Project scope and focus areas include, but are not limited to:
- Reference Genome
- Population Specific Genetic Risk Factors
- Epigenetics
- Cost-Effective screening/Diagnostic Tools
- Precision Medicine
- Genetic Variant Association and drug development
- Disease Outbreaks response strategies
Important Dates
Start Date: 10th January 2025.
Last Date:28th February 2025
Eligibility
Any Indian Individual working in any Indian academic and scientific research institution on regular basis.
DBT Official Website: https://dbtindia.gov.in/
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