M.Sc Biochemistry

Intake

120

Level of Study

Postgraduate

Mode of Program

Regular

Duration

2 Years (4 Semesters)

Scheme of Program

CBCS-LOCF

The course is empowered with Learning of Biochemistry from Basics to Advanced Applications. Research and Problem Solving Mode of Learning provides niche for Creative Thinking and Analytical Approach with exposure to Real-Time Scientific Research through Summer Research Internships. Final Semester exclusively for Dissertation to undertake Research in their area of Interest. Funding for Post-Graduate Research. Nurturing Life Sciences Skill Sets for more Employability and Entrepreneurship.

SEMESTER I

  • Fundamentals of Biochemistry
  • Fundamentals of Molecular Biology
  • Biochemical Techniques
  • Principles of Statistics
  • Protein Chemistry & Technology
  • Biomolecules - Practical
  • Biochemical Techniques - Practical

SEMESTER II

  • Human Anatomy & Physiology
  • Nutritional Biochemistry
  • Metabolism
  • (a)Cell Signaling (Or) (b)Proteomics
  • (a)Genomics (Or) (b)Bioethics & IPR
  • Genetic Engineering
  • Anatomy & Physiology - Practical
  • Metabolism & Nutrition - Practical

SEMESTER III

  • Enzymology
  • Clinical Biochemistry
  • Immunology
  • (a) Stem Cell Biology & Regenerative Medicine (Or) (b) Plant Biochemistry
  • Research Design & Methodology
  • Enzymology - Practical
  • Clinical Biochemistry & Immunology - Practical
  • Internship

SEMESTER IV

  • Dissertation

UGC Recognized Undergraduate Science Degree with Biochemistry or Chemistry as one of the subjects or its equivalent

Career Prospects

  • Industry-Pharma
  • Biotech
  • Food, IP Firms
  • Medical Coding
  • Clinical Research Organizations
  • Research and Development
  • Diagnostics
  • Academia

Placements

  • Syngene, Bengaluru
  • IQVIA, Bengaluru
  • Covance Inc. Chennai & Bengaluru
  • NESSO Pvt Ltd, Mysuru
  • Proacqlev, Bengaluru
  • Koeleman India, Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru
  • Molecular Connections, Bengaluru
  • AGS, Health, Tirupati
  • Aster MIMS Hospital, Calicut
  • BGS Apollo Nursing College
  • CSIR - CENTRAL FOOD TECHNOLOGICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
  • Cipla Ltd, Bengaluru
  • Jubilant, Nanjangud
  • Biocon Pvt Ltd.
  • Pheonix Compliane
  • National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences, Bengaluru
  • JSS Science & Technology, Mysuru
  • Mangaluru University

Indian Students (INR): 56,200.00 per year

For NRI students (USD): 1320 per year

Forms

Qualification / University / College
Period
Reg #
Reg Date
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)
University of Mysore
Yuvaraja College
1995 - 1998
M.Sc
University of Mysore
Manasagangothri
1998 - 2000
Ph.D
University of Mysore
University of Mysore
2001 - 2006
Employer Name
Designation
Department / Subject Taught
Period
Blood research Institute Medical college of wisconsin USA
Post Doctoral Fellowship
Biochemistry-General
Mar 06, 2007
Dec 17, 2010
3 Years 9 Months
Pharmacology Physiology therepeutics UND School of Medicine USA
Post Doctoral Fellowship
Biochemistry-General
Jan 13, 2010
Nov 16, 2010
0 Years 10 Months
JSS College of Arts Commerce & Science
Assistant Professor
Biochemistry-General
Sep 01, 2012
Oct 15, 2015
3 Years 1 Months
JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research
Assistant Professor
Biochemistry-General
Oct 15, 2015
Till Date
9 Years 2 Months

Provide instructional assistance and monitored student progress.Maintained an active research program and motivate students active participation. Developing new instructional methodologies to improve student performance in both theory and laboratory. 

Profile

Dr.J R Kumar ,Completed Ph.D in Biochemistry, from University of Mysore under the guidence of Prof.T Veerabasappa Gowda. He awarded Post doctoral fellowship from Blood resarch Institute/Medical College of Wiconsin, USA, He worked on  T Cell mediated Axon degeneration in Central nervous system (CNS). He awarded second post doctoral fellowship from UND Medical School, Grand fork, USA for working Brain Energy Metabolism in Neurological Disorders. In 2012  He joined as Assistant Professor in PG Dept of Biochemistry, in JSS College, OOty Road,Mysore. In 2015  joined  faculty member in  Division of Biochemistry, JSS Academy of Higher Education and research, Mysore. 

Dr.Kumar Research group Working on  Two Areas: 1 Snake venom toxins pharmacology

                                                                                 2. cPLA2 Alpha, p38MAPK and NrF2 Pathway in Neuroinflammation.

Presently 

5 Junior Research Fellow, 2 SRF Working in my lab. 

Dr,Kumar Lab funded by 

1.“ Systematic studies on the Anti-inflammatory, Immunomodulatory and Remyelinating effect of Lutein andZeaxanthinin Experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (Multiple sclerosis): 9 lakhs  (UGC-MRP)

2.Exploring  the effectof Bioactive Molecule(s) from  Boerhaavia diffusa (Sanadika) on Myelin  Regeneration and Immunomodulaton in Inflammatory Demyelination Model of Multiple Sclerosis”: 25 lakhs  (DST FAST TRACK PROJECT FOR YOUNG  SCIENTIST).

3.Exploring the Anti-Inflammatory Activities of 2, 5 Disubstituted 1, 3, 4-Oxadiazole Derivatives”. : 9.9 lakhs (UGC-MRP) Co-investigator.

4.Antisnake venom Project: 7.3 lakhs (National institute of Pharmaceutical education and research (NIPER) KOLKATA.

5.Characterization of immunomodulatory molecules targeting p38 MAPK/cPLA2 pathway from Sanadhika plant in

   Experimental Autoimmune Encephalomyelitis Model: 21.8 lakhs (DST-WOS-A ).

6.Development of Immunological test for detection of South India Russella, viper and cobra snake bite: 47.37 lakhs (DBT-BIRAC, Govt of India) 

Editorial member to Journal.

1. Journal of Bioanalytical techniques,Sciforschen, USA.

2.SPER Journal of Bioactive Research.PER publication and solution.

3. Enzymology and Metabolism Journal, Elyns Group, New Jersey, USA

4.  Annals of Pancreatic Disorders and Treatment. USA

5.HeighpubsJoruanl of Biotechnology, Heighten Science Publications, Irving, Texas 75039, USA

 

Publications

pp

Patents

pp

Book Chapters

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Thrust Area

Neuroinflammation mechanisms

snake venom pharmacology