Research

PROJECTS AT THE LABORATORY OF APPLIED BIOLOGY

ALGAL BIOTECHNOLOGY

1. Screening and characterizing native algal strains for bio fuels.
2. Bio prospecting of local algae as potential protein and lipid sources .
3. Screening and characterization of local algal strains for value added products.
4. Screening and characterizing local sea weeds for their nutritive value and value added products.

DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES IN PLANTS

1. Mass spectrometry based proteomic and metabolomic analysis of stress involved in Capsicum sp.
2. Mass spectrometry based proteomic and metabolomic analysis of thigmo morphism in Anacardium occidentale

RADIATION BIOLOGY

1. Production of Radiation induced novel ornamental varieties in zinnia sp.

STUDENT PROJECTS

1. Micropropagation of orchids
2. Carbendazim bio sorption by local micro algae : Potential bioremediant
3. Carbohydrate analysis of local micro algae
4. Optimization of Colchicine extraction process from Gloriosa superba