Young Investigators Programme in Biotechnology

DETAILS The programme “Young Investigator’s Programme in Biotechnology (YIPB)” is a research support programme that aims to provide quick research support to young researchers to pursue their ideas in newly emerging and front-line areas of research in Biotechnology. The scheme is implemented by Kerala Biotechnology Commission, KSCSTE to provide quick research support to young scientists to pursue their bright ideas in newly emerging and front-line areas of research in Biotechnology. Proposals can be submitted in any branch of biotechnology related to medical, agriculture, veterinary, environment, marine, industrial or bio-resources. Post-doctoral students/Research Associates not having permanent positions can also be Principal Investigator provided a senior faculty/scientist holding permanent positions shall associate as Co-Principal Investigator. A maximum research grant of ₹30 lakh will be provided to the selected projects for a maximum duration of 3 years. Grants will be paid for specific projects to cover expenditure on manpower, equipment, consumables, contingencies and travel. BENEFITS Young Scientists without fellowship/salary are eligible for a fellowship of ₹45,000/- plus 10% HRA per month, in addition to the support for travel, contingency, consumables, and minor equipment. A Principal Investigator having a regular position can seek manpower. Maximum support up to ₹30 lakhs (excluding overhead charges @ 10% of the project cost subject to a ceiling of ₹ 1.0 lakh) for a period not exceeding three years. ELIGIBILITY 1. The applicant should possess a Ph.D. in any branch of Life Sciences. 2. The applicant should possess three years of post-doctoral experience in Biotechnology. 3. The applicant should be less than 40 years of age. Note: Five years of relaxation in age would be available to scientists belonging to SC/ST/OBC, Women, and Physically Handicapped categories.