National Institute of Plant Genome Research

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National Institute of Plant Genome research (NIPGR)
NIPGR logo.png
MottoSowing seeds for a better tomorrow
Parent institution Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC)
Established1998;27 years ago (1998)
Director Debasis Chattopadhyay
AddressAruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi - 110 067
Location
New Delhi, India
Website https://nipgr.ac.in/

National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR) is an independent research institute based in New Delhi, India. It specializes in plant genomics and biotechnology and aims to carry out sophisticated research in the fields of plant biology, particularly in comprehending the structure, function, and evolution of plant genomes.

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History

The institute was set up in 1998 under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. [1] It was formed to succeed the previous Plant Genome Research Unit at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi.

Research areas

NIPGR conducts research across various domains of plant biology, including:

The institute is particularly known for its work in the genomics of important crop plants such as rice, wheat, tomato, mustard, and chickpea. [6] [7] [8]

Academic programs

NIPGR offers doctoral (Ph.D.) programs in association with Jawaharlal Nehru University. Students receive training in cutting-edge research methodologies in plant biology and genomics. [9] [10]

Collaborations

NIPGR has national and international collaborations with various research institutions and universities. It is part of global initiatives in plant genomics and contributes to crop improvement programs through biotechnological innovations. [11] [12]

Notable people

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Citizen's Charter". www.nipgr.ac.in. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  2. ↑ Smith, S; Bandyopadhyay, T (April 2019). "Opening the dialogue: Research networks between high- and low-income countries further understanding of global agro-climatic challenges". Plants, People, Planet. 1 (2): 98–101. doi:10.1002/ppp3.17. PMC   8607466 . PMID   34853823.
  3. ↑ Francis, A; Singh, NP; Singh, M; Sharma, P; Gayacharan; Kumar, D; Basu, U; Bajaj, D; Varshney, N; Joshi, DC; Semwal, DP; Tyagi, V; Wankhede, D; Bharadwaj, R; Singh, AK; Parida, SK; Chattopadhyay, D (August 2023). "The ricebean genome provides insight into Vigna genome evolution and facilitates genetic enhancement". Plant Biotechnology Journal. 21 (8): 1522–1524. Bibcode:2023PBioJ..21.1522F. doi:10.1111/pbi.14075. PMC   10363756 . PMID   37323100.
  4. ↑ Malakar, P; Gupta, SK; Chattopadhyay, D (June 2024). "Role of plant neurotransmitters in salt stress: A critical review". Plant Physiology and Biochemistry. 211 108601. Bibcode:2024PlPB..21108601M. doi:10.1016/j.plaphy.2024.108601. PMID   38696867.
  5. ↑ "India's Bioeconomy recorded 12 times increase in last 10 years, Dr Jitendra Singh". www.pib.gov.in. Press Information Bureau. Ministry of Science & Technology. 29 November 2023. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  6. ↑ Prasad, R. (8 July 2025). "NIPGR's gene-edited japonica rice shows increased phosphate uptake, 20% more yield". The Hindu .
  7. ↑ "ICAR Scientists Decode Tomato Genome in Partnership with International Consortium". icar.org.in. Indian Council for Agricultural Research. 31 May 2012.
  8. ↑ Dwivedi, Shivam (30 November 2023). "Dr. Jitendra Singh Unveils 'ADVIKA' a Superior Drought-Tolerant, Climate-Smart Chickpea Variety". Krishi Jagran .
  9. ↑ "Jitendra Singh launches courses to address global health challenges". The Statesman. 5 February 2024.
  10. ↑ "ABOUT | Ph.D. Programme". nipgr.ac.in. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  11. ↑ "PAU joins collaborative research between India and U.K". The Times of India. 22 July 2016.
  12. ↑ Chawla, Manbeena (4 February 2020). "UK promotes collaborative research with DBT, NIPGR". FFOODS Spectrum.

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