Structured programmes for students, researchers and visiting scientists. Training is delivered on live laboratory workflows.
Molecular Biology & Molecular Diagnostics
1–6 months
DNA and RNA extraction · PCR and gradient PCR
General Microbiology
1–3 months
Media preparation and aseptic techniques · Microbial isolation and staining
Food Microbiology
1–3 months
Food sample processing and microbial load testing · Indicator organisms and pathogen screening
Veterinary Diagnostic Microbiology
1–3 months
Canine, feline and avian specimens · Bacterial and fungal culture
Human & Veterinary Forensic Biology
1–6 months
Biological evidence handling · DNA extraction and species identification
Histopathology
1–3 months
Tissue receiving and fixation · Processing, embedding and sectioning
Cytology
1–2 months
FNAC and sample preparation · Smears, staining and microscopy
DNA Forensics & Genetic Analysis
2–6 months
DNA extraction and quantification · PCR and STR concepts
PCR & Molecular Techniques
1–2 months
PCR setup and master mixes · Gradient PCR and annealing optimisation
DNA Extraction & Quantification
1 month
DNA extraction from different specimens · Purity and concentration assessment
Gel Electrophoresis
1 month
Agarose preparation and gel concentration selection · Sample loading and electrophoresis
DNA Sequencing & Bioinformatics
2–4 months
PCR product preparation and sequencing workflow · Chromatogram analysis and sequence editing
DNA Barcoding & Species Identification
2–4 months
DNA extraction and marker selection · PCR and sequencing workflow
STR Analysis & Genotyping
2–4 months
STR marker principles and PCR · Fluorescent labelling and fragment-analysis concepts
NGS / Next-Generation Sequencing
3–6 months
NGS principles and sample quality control · Library-preparation concepts and sequencing workflows
The laboratory is in Edapally, Kochi, with experienced faculty, thesis and manuscript assistance, and help arranging local accommodation when needed.
Download BEAKS programme information and the project training brochure.