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Institute Of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
The Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB), The University of Lahore, was established in 2004. It started academic programmes of postgraduate teaching and research degree leading to M. Phil. and Ph. D. in the subjects of biochemistry, physiology and molecular biology and biotechnology. Later M. Sc. and B.Sc Hons (4 year) were also added. It is the first institute of its kind established in the private sector. It fulfills the requirements for advancements in the subjects of biological sciences, which is now the most important area of studies for the 21st century associated to economic and industrial development of the country. Efforts are under way to upgrade the existing facilities at the IMBB to the status of a centre of excellence.
The subjects of biochemistry and molecular physiology has emerged new trends in molecular biology & biotechnology Curricula with special emphasis on cellular mechanism leading to function in living organisms. The institute’s focus on these areas in conjunction to developments in recombinant DNA technology, monoclonal antibody, immunology, immunoassays and protein sequencing etc. to study the structural and functional aspects. These basic and applied research fields have helped to explore innovative pathways of research fields to understand genomics and proteomics. At present this institute is actively engaged in studies related to male infertility, cell receptor studies, lipid-membrane-receptors interactions, cancer, molecular detection of infectious diseases, application of immunoassays in diagnostic fields & industrial uses.
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PhD
Bio-Chemistry, Molecular Biology,
Bio-Technology & Physiology
FACT FILE:
Short title: PhD
Type and duration: Full- time, 1-6 yearss
Entry requirements: MSc/MA/M Phil
Other Qualification: MBBS
Location: Lahore
Programme Description:
The Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology has been established by The University of Lahore with the specific purpose of undertaking advanced research at M Phil and PhD along with other programmes. The institute has also started programme of M Phil leading to PhD degree. The institute has made arrangements to teach, train research scholars to acquainted themselves with state of the art technologies including amplification methodologies, separation technologies, animal studies etc. to undertake research at the highest level. Entry to M Phil/PhD program will be subjected to clearing GRE (local or international).
Meticulous stress is placed on applied research related to economic development of the country, in the field of health, agriculture, and industry, which is in agreement with the research priorities fixed by the government. A rigorous programme of education and training has been developed in order to produce manpower, which could be absorbed well in the local environment.
Eligibility Criteria & Admissions:
Students seeking admission in PhD programme must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
Applicants for PhD studies must have M Phil with 3.0 CGPA.
Applicants for PhD studies must have cleared local or international GRE.
Applicants for admission will be made on a prescribed form available from the Admissions Office. Those accepted for admission will be notified accordingly within two days of the holding of the test.
The selected stidents will be required to register themselves with the Office of the Register within one week and shall clear the semester/registration fee applicable there of.
Classes will start as may be notified by the Director of the institute.
Submission of Thesis:
1. The topic of the thesis will be proposed by the supervisor and recommended by the Director for obtaining final approval from BASR through Registrar of the University.
2. On completion of thesis, the Director of the Institute will recommend appointment of supervisor, in consultation with the AC.
3. The maximum period allowed for submission of thesis for M Phil if not proceeding to PhD programme will be 3 years and for Ph.D. it will be five years from the date of registration.
4. The candidate who are not graded fit (who secures CGPA of less than 3.0) for continuation to PhD degree will be allowed another 1-2 years for research thesis and will be awarded M Phil degree on satisfactory performance. Only those students of M Phil who obtain a CGPA of 3.0 will be allowed to transfer to PhD programme and will take another 18 credit hours in his major field (those with CGPA 2.5 or more will be eligible for M.Phil degree).
5. A candidate shall be eligible to submit thesis at the end of the 2nd year for M Phil and at the end of 3rd year for PhD degree from the date of admission. Subject to GRE clearance (local or international in 2 attempts)
6. Total credit hours: I. M Phil 24 (coursework) + 20 (research and thesis) = 44
II. M Phil leading to PhD 42 + 30 (research and thesis) = 72
III. PhD 18 (course work) + 30 (research and thesis) = 48
Programme Structure:
M. Phil, M. Phil leading to Ph. D and Ph. D. to be offered by the Institute:
Introduction to biochemistry; molecules, cells & organisms
Biostatistics
Advanced microbial genetics
Advancements in protein structure function relationships
Classification and metabolism of lipids & carbohydrates
Classification and metabolism of nucleic acids
DNA synthesis and genetic disorders
Biochemical basis of gene expression and regulation
Recent advancements in recombinant DNA technology
Techniques in biochemistry
Biochemical basis of cancer
Recent advancements in immunology
Recent advancements in enzymology
Advanced endocrinology
Bioenergetics & Oxidative Phosphorylation
Nutrition & dietetics
Biochemical basis of cell signaling & signal transudation cascades
Biochemical basis of diseases
Biochemistry of blood
Special problem
Seminar on thesis topic
Research and thesis M.Phil & Ph.D
Molecular Biology & Biotechnology courses for M. Phil, M. Phil leading to Ph. D and Ph.D.
Introduction to molecular biology & biotechnology
Biostatistics
Recent advances in molecular biology and Biotechnology
Nucleic acid structure and function
Molecular basis of cancer
Molecular biology of genetic disorders
Gene expression and regulation
Stem cell research
Chromosomal mapping & its applications
Techniques in molecular biology & biotechnology
Molecular immunology
Principles and applications of biotechnology
Recent advancements in industrial enzymology
Molecular biology and pedigree identification
Environmental biotechnology
Agricultural waste biotechnology
Genetic engineering; methods & applications
Recombinant technology
Applications of biotechnology in medicine
Special problem
Seminar on thesis topic
Research and thesis M. Phil & Ph. D
Physiology courses for M. Phil, M. Phil leading to Ph. D and Ph. D.
General physiology
Biostatistics
Advances in nervous system physiology
Physiology of digestion
Physiology of nerve and muscle
General endocrinology & pituitary hormones
Physiology of adrenals, pancreatic, thyroid & parathyroid hormones
Respiratory & space physiology
Reproductive physiology
Physiological techniques
Physiology of liver & reticulo-endothelial system
Renal physiology & body fluids
Physiology of skin & thermoregulation
Advanced physiology of blood
Recent advances in physiology
Physiology of special senses
Physiology of body defense mechanisms
Physiological basis of molecular biology
Cell Physiology
Special problem
Seminar on thesis topic
Research and thesis M. Phil & Ph. D
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Fee Structure
M. Phil, M. Phil leading to Ph. D and Ph. D. |
| Semester |
Tuition Fee for Semester |
Semester Enrollment |
Examination Fee |
Total Fee for Semester |
| 1 |
48,000 |
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48,000 |
| 2 |
44,000 |
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44,000 |
| 3 |
36,000 |
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36,000 |
| 4 |
36,000 |
- |
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36,000 |
| 5 |
72,000 |
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72,000 |
| 6 |
60,000 |
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60,000 |
| Total Fee for Six Semesters |
296,400 |
| Admission & Registration Fee (Payable once) |
19,500 |
| Thesis Avaluation fee |
40,000 |
| Total Programme Fee for MPhil/PhD. |
355,500 |
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