Collaborating Institute: Assam University
Category: Barcoding
Duration: Ongoing
Project summary: This project identifies and classifies different varieties of Assam Tea using multiple genetic markers. The study aids in authentication, conservation, and protection of Assam Tea’s unique genetic traits.
Institute: In-house Project /Submitted to BIG-BIRAC
Category: Barcoding
Duration: Ongoing
Project summary: This research explores the genetic diversity of Darjeeling Tea. The study uses molecular markers to establish genetic authenticity and was submitted to BIG-BIRAC for further research and industrial application.
Collaborating Institute: Calcutta University
Category: Genomic qualitative and quantitative profiling
Duration: Initiated at 2025 and funded by WB-DST
Project summary: Scientific data/information will be generated from this proposed study and will form the technical guidelines and recommendation for the Tea Industry executives and plantation workers for their day-to-day use in the field and factory. This will help to maintain the quality of tea produced in this region for both domestic consumption and export purpose.
Collaborating Institute: Assam University
Category: Microbial Barcoding
Duration: Ongoing
Project summary: This study focuses on sequencing gut microbiota to identify bacterial species present in fecal samples. It contributes to research on gut health, digestion, and microbial ecology.
Collaborating Institute: Assam University
Category: Genetic Polymorphism Study
Duration: Ongoing
Project summary: The project investigates the role of polymorphisms in the NOTCH3 gene, which is critical for vascular smooth muscle function. Mutations in NOTCH3 are linked to cardiovascular diseases such as stroke and cerebral small-vessel disease. By analyzing genetic variants in this gene, the study aims to contribute to early diagnosis and targeted treatments for cardiovascular conditions.
Collaborating Institute: Silchar Medical College
Category: Genetic Mutation Analysis
Duration: Ongoing
Project summary: This study investigates mutations in the HBB gene, which encodes the beta-globin protein of hemoglobin. Variants in this gene can cause blood disorders such as thalassemia and sickle cell anemia. By identifying specific HBB mutations, the study aims to provide better diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for patients suffering from hemoglobinopathies.
Institute: In-House
Category: Barcoding and advanced applications
Duration: Ongoing
Project summary: In genomics “Barcode for Identification” in general means combination of certain patterns of A; T; G; C in a DNA segment, presence-absence of certain DNA segments/alleles, activity of certain DNA segments/alleles (methylation, expression and inhibition) etc. unique to an individual or species or variety. As such DNA barcoding can be used for species or individual identification. Also, genomic barcoding as in activity, presence-absence pattern of certain alleles/DNA segments can be used to identify certain disease or condition or phenotype unique to a population or individual.
Institute: In-House
Category: Advanced PCR techniques
Duration: Ongoing
Project summary: Quantification of gene expression, presence absence of an allele, detection of SNP (Single nucleotide polymorphism) can be precisely measured by the Quantitative Realtime-PCR based assays aiding in diagnostics and rare allelic variant identification. In the organization such methodologies with absolute and relative quantification are optimized and performed for cases and academic research.
Institute: In-House
Category: rDT and advanced applications
Duration: Ongoing
Project summary: Nucleic acid isolation for subsequent characterization of a species, variety and strain from environmental samples or consumables often pose challenges as samples may be mixed and isolating sequencing only unique DNA segment of interest is challenging. In the organization we are optimizing the rDT for pin point characterization of one unique sample from environmental or food samples aiding in detection of food adulteration or organism of significant interest in biodiversity and human health.