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The technology based on biology, especially when applied to food, agriculture and medicine is referred as Biotechnology. Biotechnology is described by many as the generic technology of the 21st century. With advancements and developments in every field, Biotechnology and the study of Biotechnology now play a vital role in the functioning and developing of an economy. This area of study is one of the greatest achievements of the 21st century which has not only brought about a change for the better to our environment, but above all, has improved the quality of life.
Biotechnology courses have gained immense popularity and importance, realising the vast expanse and scope of the discipline as well as its enormous economic potential. The impact of Biotechnology is increasingly being felt in numerous sectors which include agricultural, scientific, health care and industrial applications. It also has other uses like recycling, treating wastes, cleaning up areas contaminated by industrial activities as well as in the manufacture biological weapons. It has spawned many new industries while at the same time increased the profits of the existing ones.
Education in Biotechnology is prevalent worldwide and foreign universities are now offering fat, alluring stipends for research programmes in Biotechnology. India is also paving the way for business opportunities in biotechnology. Biotechnology includes disciplines like genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, embryology and cell biology which have direct links with practical sciences like chemical engineering, information technology and robotics. The scope and prospects of Biotechnology attracts a number of young talents to take up this career-oriented discipline after completing their 12th standard examinations. Although biotechnology has been around for a long time, the craze for this specialised field of study is growing by leaps and bounds owing to the limitless far-reaching changes that can be brought about in the field of medicine and agriculture.
India is also not falling behind. Currently, there are plenty of opportunities for pursing a degree in Biotechnology in India. With the growing number of Colleges Offering Biotech Courses all over the country, there is always a high competition for the best institutions.
Recognising the fact that Biotechnology is fast emerging as one of the major science endeavours that can virtually shape every industry and even redefine our lives, the Sharda Group of Institutions (SGI) have given an opportunity to students to pursue a career in this discipline at their premier institutions. The SGI is the pioneer group in Northern India to have received the NBA Accreditation. The Colleges under the SGI are not only renowned for the excellent academic ambience they provide, but for imparting value based technical and professional skills to students leading to an overall development of their self.
The Anand Engineering College (AEC), the Hindustan Institute of Technology/HAERT Academy, the Hindustan College of Science and Technology (HCST) are all colleges under the SGI Group approved by AICTE and affiliated to U.P. Technical University, Lucknow that offer Biotechnology courses at the post graduate level leading to a Masters degree in Science. These colleges introduce new concepts into their curriculum to meet the demands for the further advancement of biotechnology
Biotechnology is mainly research oriented practical study which is fostered by the SGI colleges with its good infrastructure and outstanding research facilities. The library is well-equipped with enormous scope of study and research on the subject. For more information on broadening your career prospects visit www.sgei.org. |
