Deadline: 16 December 2016
The Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology Government of India is seeking research proposals in a consortium mode on “MDR-TB in Northeast India: Genomic driven Intervention approaches”.
Tuberculosis is one of the India’s major health problems. In spite of the commendable performance of national TB control programme, the incidence of TB has not declined significantly. With the emergence of MDR-TB, a different set of challenge and problems in the public health programme has set in.
Proposals are invited for evolving a comprehensive programme in consortium mode, covering innovative genomics driven R&D projects, training workshops in mycrobacteriology, and societal awareness campaigns.
Focus Areas
- Mapping hot-spot of TB and MDR/XDR-TB in NER by whole genome sequencing of Mycobacteriology tuberculosis isolates; this will include development/validation of media/device for cold chain transport of TB isolates across NER and other parts of the country.
- Population genetic studies to delineate predisposing factors associated with TB/MDR-TB/XDR-TB, including pharmacogenomics of anti-TB drug.
- Repurposing studies on existing drugs against other diseases for their anti-TB activity. Relook into critical concentrations of drugs that define sensitive and resistant M.Tuberculosis strains.
- Development/validation of new tools for diagnosis of TB and drug resistant TB and non-tuberculosis mycobacterium (NTM; creation of infrastructure facility in NER.
- Awareness programme on NTMs and Paragonimiasis through training/seminar/workshop/health camps.
Eligibility Criteria
- Researchers from Universities/Institutes/Colleges/Hospitals, Health department and NGOs having expertise in theses areas.
- Interested Scientists and NGOs from NER and other parts of the country working in this area of tuberculosis and MDR-TB are encouraged to submit research proposals.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can apply via given website.
Eligible Country: India
For more information, please visit Call for Proposals.