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Ph.D. in Biophysics is a postgraduate degree program associated with Doctor of Philosophy in the area of Biophysics that deals with the physical science of living organisms and processes. Ph.D. Biophysics normally takes 4-6 years of study plus thesis research work to complete. It also en compasses topics in molecular biophysics, medical imaging, computational biology and other related courses.A research is carried out by the students under the supervision of the faculty and the final dissertation should represent a contribution to the knowledge in biophysics. The above course offers training in the use of concepts of physics, mathematics, chemistry and biology to analyze structure and function of biological macromolecules; courses in the micro-scale interactions, mechanisms in living organisms; biophysical techniques and instruments.
Biophysics Ph.D. Entrance Exam at the National Level: The popular entrance test for the admission in the Ph.D. Biophysics in India is CSIR UGC NET for JRF, GATE and ICMR JRF. Students sit their examinations and complete their course applications during the period between February and July every year. The entries of some institutes are also based on the scores that the student gets in the exams like GPAT, DBT BET JRF. The selection criterion that involves checking on the admission requirements, the entrance examination and interviews are usually between June and September while the academic year begins in December. Institutes and universities concerned provide these-date schedule on their official website and in notices posted on the notice board.
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Description
Full Form
Doctor of Philosophy (Biophysics)
Duration
3-5 years (minimum coursework + research)
Course Level
Doctoral Level
Eligibility
Master's degree in Biophysics, Physics, or a related field with a good academic record (often minimum 55-60% marks)
Top Colleges
- Indian Institute of Science (IISc) - Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) with Biophysics departments - National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) - All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) - University of Delhi (DU) - Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD)
Subject
Important Topics
Advanced Biophysics
- Molecular Biophysics (protein structure, macromolecular interactions) - Thermodynamics & Statistical Mechanics in Biological Systems - Bioinstrumentation & Biophysical Techniques
Research Methodology
- Scientific Writing & Communication - Research Design & Statistical Analysis - Grant Proposal Writing - Ethical Considerations in Research
Elective Courses
- Depending on your specialization, you can choose courses in areas like: - Biomaterials - Medical Physics - Computational Biophysics - Neuroscience - Structural Biology
Seminar Presentations
- Presenting your research progress to faculty and peers
Doctoral Research
- Conducting original research in a chosen biophysics specialization under the guidance of a supervisor - Contributing to the field through publications and presentations
College/University
Location
Average CTC (LPA)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Bangalore
18-22
Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) with Biophysics Departments (IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay etc.)
Delhi, Mumbai etc.
15-20
National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS)
Bangalore
16-20
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
New Delhi
14-18
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD)
Delhi
16-20
University of Delhi (DU)
Delhi
10-15
