Tuesday, August 28, 2012

National Institute of Health and Family Welfare Application Of Research Techniques in Reproductive Biomedicine Oct.29 - Nov. 09, 2012



Department of Reproductive Biomedicine
National Institute of Health and Family Welfare
Munirka, New Delhi-110067


Application Of Research Techniques in Reproductive Biomedicine Oct.29 - Nov. 09, 2012

General Objective:
To enhance the knowledge and skill of the participants on some of the research techniques in Reproductive Biomedicine and to strengthen  their  research  skills  and  capabilities  in  this  field.

Specific Objectives:
The participants after the training course should be able to:
1.  Describe the national population scenario in the context of National Population Policy 2000 and National Rural Health Mission (NRHM).
2 Describe the scope of Biomedical Research in Reproductive and Child Health flagship Programme under NRHM .
3 Describe the male, female reproductive and immunological  processes,  potential  areas,  and  recent developments  in  these  fields  with  specific  reference  to fertility regulation.
4. Describe  and  demonstrate  skills  and  techniques  in semenology,  spermatogenesis,  germ  cell  apoptosis, semen biochemistry, sperm preparation, tests for sperm antibodies, hormone estimation (RIA, ELISA and Lateral flow)   for basic and applied research in these fields.
5 Describe and demonstrate skills to prepare an independent research proposal and participate actively in the research presentations.

Course Contents:
Knowledge based:
I)  Importance of Research in Reproductive Biomedicine 
in  relation  to  Nationa l  Population  Policy.
ii)  Reproductive and Child Health Programme and scope  of Biomedical  research.
iii)      Male and female reproductive processes.  
Iv)        Recent  developments  in  Contraceptive  Research.
v)         Immunological aspects of reproduction
vi) Preparation of project proposal.

Skill based :
i) General Semen Analysis,
ii) Sperm preparation for IUI
iii) Sperm live/dead staining, sperm/germ Cell Morphology 
iv) Biochemical analysis of Semen.
v) Sperm function tests
vi) Computer Assisted Sperm Analysis (CASA)
vii) Evaluation of Oxidative Stress parameters
viii) MTTassay
ix) Gene upregulation and inhibition by Si RNA Transfection
x) Preparation and use of gold nano-particles 
Radioimmunoassay of steroids
Enzyme immunoassay
ELISAfor Estimation of Urine albumin. 
Rapid immuno-chromatography test (lateral flow)
Sperm Agglutination test
Active ingredient from plant products as spermicide
Flow Cytometric analysis using Beckman Coulter

Methodology:
The following training methods would be used during the course.
1. Lecture/Discussion: These sessions would be utilized to brief the participants on population policy and other important areas in the field of Reproductive Biomedicine.
2. Demonstration: The participants would be taken to various  laboratories  in  the  department  for  the practical demonstration of techniques and methodologies  used  for  carrying out Research in the field of reproduction and contraceptive technology development.
3. Group discussion: The group discussionsshall be organized to enable the participants to share their experiences and expertise and to discuss about the  research  work  carried  out  at  their  respective Institutions  in  the  same  and  related  fields.  In addition, the participants will deliberate on the mode of preparation of a new project proposal.

Duration: Two weeks (Oct. 29- Nov.09, 2012)

Number and Nature of Participants:
(12-15)  Teaching  and  research  personnel  of  the departments of Biochemistry, Endocrinology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Pathology, Laboratory Medicine and Anatomy of Medical Colleges and from Departments  of  Biochemistry,  Zoology,  Physiology, Endocrinology, Environmental sciences, Biotechnology and Life Sciences of Universities and other Research Institutions.

Training Outcome:
The  trainees  will  be  able  to  carry  out  independent research  in  the  field  of  reproductive  bio-medicine pertaining areas in fertility regulation.

Remarks:
The training is unique as no other institute in the country is providing  such  a  comprehensive  training  in  the  area mentioned above. This is one such training course in the Institute in which the developments in Research carried out  in  the  laboratories  are  disseminated  directly  to  the participants in the form of the proposed training.  There is a course  fee  for  the  course.  TA/DA of  the  participants  is usually borne by sponsoring States/organizations.  The Institute will bear only expenditure on course materials and the  expenses  of  inviting  guest  speakers  wherever required.  

Venue:
Department of Reproductive Biomedicine,
Academic Block,
National Institute of Health and Family Welfare,
Munirka, New Delhi-110067.  


Course Co-ordinating Team:
Course Co-ordinator : Prof. M. M. Misro
Course Co-co-ordinators : Prof. T. G. Shrivastav 
Course Associate               : Dr. Kiran Rangar


About the Institute:
The National Institute of Health and Family Welfare is a premier autonomous Institute, funded by the Ministry of  Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. It has kept  pace  with  the  new  thinking  and  contributing substantially to the health manpower development in the country.

NIHFW serves as an apex 'technical institute' as well as a 'think tank' for the  promotion of national health and family welfare programmes in the country through education and training, research and evaluation, consultancy,  advisory, and specialized services  and  specialized projects.

Location of the Institute:
It  is  situated  in  South  Delhi,  near  Jawaharlal  Nehru University and Munirka DDA Flats. It is easily accessible from both the Indira Gandhi International Airport and the New Delhi Railway Station, approximately 7 kms. and 15 kms.  respectively.  Pre-paid  taxis/auto-rikshaws  are available.

Course Fee:
There  is  a  course  fee  of  Rs.3000/-  per  participant.  Each application must be accompanied with the course fee in the form of a draft payable to Director, NIHFW, New Delhi. TA/DA of the participants is usually borne by sponsoring States/organizations. The Institute will bear only expenditure on course materials and the expenses of inviting guest speakers wherever required.  

Accommodation:
Hostel accommodation at nominal rates would be provided, participants only, within the institute's Campus.  At present, the charges levied are, Lodging for Rs. 200/day and food (breakfast /lunch /dinner) for Rs. 140/day.

Nominations / Applications:
Last Date for sending Nomination/ Application 12 October, 2012 (Participants  are  requested  to  make  travel  plans  on receipt of confirmation for participation from NIHFW.) 

How to Apply:
Application on a plain paper may please be sent to Prof.M.M.Misro, (E-mail: mm_misro@yahoo.com) Course Coordinator, Department of  Reproductive  Biomedicine,  National  Institute  of  Health  and Family  Welfare,  Munirka,  New  Delhi-110067  (Telephone  Nos. 26165959,26188485,  Ext.  331)  through  proper  channel  giving particulars of the candidates as given below 
1. Name
2. Address for communication including e-mail address and phone/mobile number
3. Age and date of birth 
4. Sex
5. Educational Qualifications
6. Present Designation
7. Research and Training Experience
8. Facilities available for research at the Institute/College
9. Present teaching responsibilities/ongoing research
10. A brief summary of how the training will be utilized in his/her work:

Phones: 2616 5959/2616 6441/2618 8485/2610 7773, Fax: 91-11-2610 1623
Web Site: www.nihfw.org

Last Date for sending Nomination / Application 12th October, 2012.

For details, log on to the link: 
http://www.nihfw.org/pdf/RBM_Folder_2012.pdf

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