Scientists at the National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) are working on the next generation vaccine against 'Leptospirosis'. The vaccine is designed to provide multiple strains of the bacteria, which have over 300 different types of strains. The vaccine will be developed using a component of the bacteria called Lipid A, which is less toxic but still effective in boosting …
The National Institute of Animal Biotechnology is working to decode the genetic blueprints for conservation of indigenous cattle breeds using Next Generation Sequencing data and genotyping technology to establish molecular signatures for registered cattle breeds. “We are keen to handhold the industry and biotech start-ups towards transforming the country’s livestock-based economy not only for food/feed security but also for developing …