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This M. Tech. program will provide training in the field of Molecular Medicine. The course is offered by the Division of Molecular Medicine, Amrita Centre for Nanosciences and Molecular Medicine, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. Molecular medicine is the study of molecular and cellular phenomena in biological systems that enhances our understanding of human diseases and facilitates discovery research in disease prevention, diagnosis and therapy. Molecular Biology offers new technology tools to probe the living organism, both in diagnostics and therapy. The integration of these two disciplines offers opportunities for many new fundamental insights into the mechanisms of disease and avenues for diagnostics and therapy that could not have been imagined even a decade earlier.
One of the unique strengths of this course is its emphasis on an interdisciplinary approach whereby medical sciences, molecular biology, and nanotechnology areas can be addressed. This is possible because this Centre offers other courses in Nanotechnology and Bio- Nanotechnology. Students will be encouraged to participate in interdisciplinary learning activities, and some of the courses from different programs are jointly offered.
The course have been successful for the last five years with 100% placement and hands-on research experience in cutting-edge technologies and state-of-the-art facilities, which are one of the best in the country. The Center is a Thematic Unit of Excellence under the Nanomission program of the Government of India.
Successful candidates will have an opportunity to pursue their Ph. D. dissertation at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences.
Molecular Medicine is the study of molecular and cellular phenomena in biological systems that enhances our understanding of human diseases and facilitates discovery research in medicines, vaccines, disease prevention, disease diagnosis and therapy. It offers opportunities for many new fundamental insights into the mechanisms of diseases, and avenues for diagnostics and therapy that couldn’t have been imagined even a decade earlier. This program helps the student gain expertise in the design of drugs by understanding the molecular pathways of action and identify molecular markers of diseases for diagnostics & therapy. It helps to identify fundamental and genetic errors of various diseases. It is also about developing molecular interventions to correct them. The course is structured in such a way that the diagnostic, the therapeutic and the prognostic aspects of the disease are covered so that the patients are benefitted well. The different courses offered include human physiology, molecular basis of diseases, genetic engineering, human genetics, clinical microbiology, bioinformatics, molecular biology, biochemistry & cell biology. Applications include providing genetic & molecular markers indicative of higher risk of a disease as well as to identify environmental risk factors. Many markers have been developed by this group for neurodegenerative diseases.
One of the unique strengths of this course is its emphasis on an interdisciplinary approach whereby medical sciences, molecular and biochemical aspects of biology are addressed. Students will be encouraged to participate in interdisciplinary learning activities, and some of the courses from different programs are jointly offered. Molecular Medicine is a fine blend of medical science and cutting-edge technology, and is a trending academic discipline with huge scope in both industries and research. With the advancements in Genomics, personalized medicine is becoming a reality, and studying Molecular Medicine enables one to apply this to individual subjects. Pharma industries are interested in the application of Molecular Medicine to design tailored drugs. This stream has the potential to change the world and offer a plethora of career opportunities. The course has been successful for the last fifteen years with 100% PhD faculty to teach, hands-on research experience in cutting-edge technologies, and state-of-the-art facilities which are one of the best in the country.
The two-year M.Tech program focuses on identification of molecular markers in diagnostics and therapy at the molecular level. This program trains students in the basic and applied aspects of molecular medicine and prepares a new generation of young scientists in cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research at the interface of basic medical science and clinical research. The program involves hands-on research in cell culture and experimental techniques for biomarker discovery such as, Mass Spectroscopy, Fluorescence assisted cell marker analysis and cell sorting, gene sequencing and proteomics. The research school is a Thematic Unit of Excellence under the Nanomission program of the Government of India. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to pursue their Ph.D dissertation at Amrita School of Nanosciences & Molecular Medicine. ASNSMM has a full-fledged placement cell that assists students in developing competencies and employability skills in order to become part of top-tier companies.
| Course Code | Type | New Course | LTP | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22MM601 | FC | Advanced Cell Biology | 300 | 3 |
| 22MM602 | FC | Molecular Biology | 300 | 3 |
| 22MM603 | AC | Statistical Data Analysis | 101 | 2 |
| 22AVP103 | AC | Mastery Over Mind | 102 | 2 |
| 22MM681 | SC | Molecular Biology Lab | 101 | 2 |
| 22MM682 | SC | Cell Culture and Animal Lab | 101 | 2 |
| 21HU601 | HU | Amrita Values Program * | P/F | |
| 21HU602 | HU | Career Competency – I | P/F | P/F |
| Electives (Any Two) | ||||
| 22MM631 | Organ Systems Physiology | 300 | 3 | |
| 22MM632 | Stem Cells and its Applications in Medicine. | 300 | 3 | |
| 22MM633 | Bioinformatics and Structure based Drug Design | 201 | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 20 | |||
| Course Code | Type | New Course | LTP | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22MM611 | FC | Immunology | 300 | 3 |
| 22MM612 | FC | Clinical Biochemistry and Proteomics | 300 | 3 |
| 22MM683 | SC | Immunology Lab | 101 | 2 |
| 22MM684 | SC | Biochemistry Lab | 101 | 2 |
| 22MM613 | FC | Ethics in Research and Research Methodology | 101 | 2 |
| 21HU603 | HU | Career Competency-II | 002 | 1 |
| Electives (Any Two) | ||||
| 22MM641 | Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics | 300 | 3 | |
| 22MM642 | Regenerative Medicine & Tissue Engineering | 300 | 3 | |
| 22MM643 | Recombinant DNA Technology | 300 | 3 | |
| 22MM644 | Molecular Basis of Diseases | |||
| 22MM645 | Genetics: Principles and Analysis | 300 | 3 | |
| Total |
19 | |||
| Course Code | Type | New Course | LTP | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22MM798 | P | Minor Project | 10 | |
| Electives (Any Two) | ||||
| 22MM731 | Organoids And Organs-On-Chips | 300 | 3 | |
| 22MM732 | Regulatory Aspects in Translational Medicine | 300 | 3 | |
| 22MM733 | Molecular Diagnostics. | 300 | 3 | |
| Total |
16 | |||
| Course Code | Type | New Course | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22MM799 | P | Project | Dissertation | 18 |
Total Credits – 73
BE/ BTech Graduates in – Biotechnology/ Genetic Engineering/ Biomedical Engineering/ Food Process Engineering/ Bioinformatics/ Agricultural Engineering/ Agricultural and Irrigation Engineering/ Pharmaceutical Engineering/ Food Technology and any other Bioengineering related courses with at least 60% marks (or equivalent).
M. Sc. Graduates in – Molecular Biology/ Medical Biotechnology/ Microbiology/ Microbiology/ Biomedical Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Botany/ Zoology/ Medical Genetics/ Biochemistry/ Bioinformatics/ Food Science and Nutrition/ Environmental Science/ Environmental Health Sciences/ Applied Psychology/ Nursing/ Allied Health Sciences/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Sericulture and any other Bioscience related courses with at least 60% marks (or equivalent).
Professional Graduates in – Medicine/ Dentistry/ Veterinary/ Ayurveda/ Homeopathy/ Bachelor of Unani (BUMS)/ Pharmacy courses with at least 60% marks (or equivalent).
*Fees mentioned beside are current. The University reserves the right to alter fees at any time without notice.
| M.Tech 2024 Batch | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| PAYMENT TIME | TUITION FEES | CAUTION DEPOSIT (ONE TIME) | |
| Jun-24 | ₹ 2,00,500 | ₹ 5,000 | |
| Jun-25 | ₹ 1,94,300 | ||
| HOSTEL & MESS FEE | |||
| 1 | Room Rent + Establishment Charges | Annual | ₹33,000 |
| 2 | Mess Charges | Annual | ₹43,000 |
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is one of the top private universities in India offering a 2-year M.Tech in Molecular Medicine at its Kochi campus.
This multi-campus, prestigious academic institution offers multi-disciplinary, research-intensive courses across Engineering, Management, and Medical Sciences, including Ayurveda, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Agriculture Sciences, Arts & Humanities, and Social & Behavioural Sciences.
Amrita has emerged as the seventh-best university in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Rankings 2023 and is accredited with the highest possible ‘A++’ grade by NAAC.
With more than 250 UG, PG, and Ph.D. courses, Amrita campuses imbibe value-based education to a vibrant student population of over 24,000, helmed by 1700+ strong faculty.
One of the top institutions for higher learning, Amrita has established 180+ collaborations with the top 500 world-ranked universities and is the first choice for corporate conglomerates in India and abroad for campus recruitment.
M.Tech in Molecular Medicine is a specialized program that focuses on integrating principles of molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics, and biotechnology into studying and treating diseases at the molecular level. Students learn advanced techniques and technologies in molecular diagnostics, drug development, and personalized medicine.
Prerequisites typically include a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as biotechnology, biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, or a related discipline. Some programs may also require prior coursework in subjects like cell biology, bioinformatics, and chemistry. Strong analytical and research skills are often essential for success in this program.
Graduates of M.Tech in Molecular Medicine have diverse career opportunities in research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, diagnostic laboratories, and academic institutions. They can work as molecular biologists, research scientists, bioinformaticians, clinical research associates, or pursue further studies such as Ph.D. for educational or research positions.
The curriculum typically includes Molecular Biology Techniques, Genomics and Proteomics, Bioinformatics, Molecular Diagnostics, Drug Development and Pharmacogenomics, Biostatistics, and Ethical Issues in Molecular Medicine. Additionally, students may have opportunities for hands-on training in laboratories and research projects.
M.Tech in Molecular Medicine equips students with the knowledge and skills to contribute to advancements in healthcare by developing novel diagnostic methods, designing targeted therapies, and understanding the molecular basis of diseases. Through research and innovation, graduates are crucial in improving disease diagnosis, treatment outcomes, and patient outcomes.
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