| Biotechnology and Microbiology | |
Profile
The Departments of Microbiology and Biotechnology were established in the year 1999 and 2001 respectively. Karnatak University is one of the premier universities catering to Microbiology and Biotechnology education in North Karnataka.
Vision
To develop the Department as one of the best research and training centers and to have meaningful interactions among prestigious research institutes and Industries.
Mission
To produce young scientists with commitment to Progressive Biotechnological and Microbiological Research and Development and loyalty towards human welfare and inspiring them to play a pivotal role in bringing genuine change in human life with a strong sense of human ethics. |
Courses Offered
M. Sc Biotechnology – 2 Years duration
| Centre | Years | Eligibility Criteria | Intake For Normal Fees | Intake For Enhanced Fees | | Karnatak University Campus, Dharwad | 2 Years | B.Sc. graduates with 45% marks; 40% marks for SC/ST/Cat-I with Biotechnology as an optional subject | 15 | 15 | M. Sc Microbiology– 2 Years duration | Centre | Years | Eligibility Criteria | Intake For Normal Fees | Intake For Enhanced Fees | | Karnatak University Campus, Dharwad | 2 Years | B.Sc. graduates with 45% marks; 40% marks for SC/ST/Cat-I with Microbiology as an optional subject | 15 | 15 | M. Phil & Ph.D courses in Biotechnology and Microbiology.
Profile
The Departments of Microbiology and Biotechnology were established in the year 1999 and 2001 respectively. Karnatak University is one of the premier universities catering to Microbiology and Biotechnology education in North Karnataka.
Vision
To develop the Department as one of the best research and training centers and to have meaningful interactions among prestigious research institutes and Industries.
Mission
To produce young scientists with commitment to Progressive Biotechnological and Microbiological Research and Development and loyalty towards human welfare and inspiring them to play a pivotal role in bringing genuine change in human life with a strong sense of human ethics.
Career Opportunities
The students get opportunities in various industries, research and educational institutions.
Research Output
- No. of Ph.Ds - 2
- No. of M.Phils - 6
Thrust Areas of Research
Biotechnological approach for reproductive toxicology, Medical Microbiology, Microbial enzyme technology, Seri biotechnology, Baculovirus expression system, Silk biomaterials and Bioinformatics.
Faculty
| Name | Designation | | Prof. B. B. Kaliwal | Professor & Chairman | | Dr. V. Shyam Kumar | Assistant Professor | | Dr. C. T. Shivasharan | Assistant Professor | |