Biotechnology, Opening new era in bioscience

Biotechnology is a multidisciplinary subject emerging as a remarkable technique in modern scientific sphere. It includes biochemistry, genomics, proteomics, genetic engineering, microbiology, Biophysics and bioinformatics. In broadest sense it is the development of any biological organisms or their components in to the meaningful products. Traditionally it was used to deal with ancient processes. For instance, making cheese, beer, wine, yogurt, vinegar etc. implementing the knowledge of genetic engineering and Protein engineering biotechnology has become a key technology to improve the life style of human by working to increase the quality and quantity of food fiber and medicine

Personally I feel that there is dilemma among the student to choose the branch of science that they want to specialized on after their intermediate level in science. Bachelor degree in Biotechnology would be a wonderful choice for those students who have trigger to become a researcher, work in biological industries, or become an entrepreneur. The technical and theoretical skills developed as student can be applied globally and s/he will legible to work in any part of the world.

Eligibility for bachelor in Biotechnology

§  10+2 in science stream “ both biological and Physical group”

§  Minimum score 50% in aggregate

§  Appear and pass the entrance examination conducted by University

Where to study?

B-tech biotechnology course is offered by Purbanchal University and Kathmandu University. The affiliated colleges run this program. Masters Programs are run by Tribhuvan Universitry and Kathmandu University..

Where can a graduate work?

A graduate in biotechnology has various choice to work depending on the specialization and interest. Some are enlisted here under

§                       Medical research centers

§                       Pharmaceutical and neutraceutical companies.

§                      Agriculture research centre

§                      Plant tissue culture laboratories

§                      In-vitro fertilization centre

§                      Biochemical industries

§                      Diagnostic laboratories

§                      Self enterpreunership

Further studies

Many universities offer prestigious scholarship to study M. Sc., M-tech and P hD in different countries. Most students prefer go to the USA, Australia, Canada, Germany, other European countries and Asian countries. Some chose to work in study in Nepal as well. After completing the degree it is up to the person to choose the working area. Some chose to work here in academic as well as in the industrial sectors. Some graduates establish themselves as an entrepreneur. The door is also open to apply in any of the industries or universities all over the world after completing the degree in Biotechnology.

My humble suggestion to (10+2)   graduates is that don’t live in confusion to waste your valuable years. I am sure you will really enjoy the scientific horizon of biotechnology. Develop   your skills; understand the depth of science so as to engrave the path to innovation and entrepreneurship. We have lots of scopes in research. Let’s not only think of seeking jobs. How about creating jobs as well?