Centre Of Excellence Environmental Genomics

ABOUT

Centre Of Excellence Environmental Genomics

The Centre of Excellence in Environmental Genomics at InARI is dedicated to advancing our understanding of the genetic basis of environmental interactions. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with cutting-edge technologies and a team of expert scientists, providing a comprehensive platform for groundbreaking research and innovation in Environmental genomics. At the Centre of Excellence in Environmental Genomics, we are driven by a commitment to scientific excellence and a passion for preserving our natural world. Through our innovative research, advanced technologies, and collaborative efforts, we strive to uncover the genetic secrets of the environment and pave the way for a sustainable future.

Dr Saranya Kanukollu
Director Environmental Genomics

Dr Saranya Kanukollu with over a decade of experience leads the Centre of Excellence in Environmental Genomics at InARI. With a distinguished background in genomics and environmental science, Dr. Saranya drives innovative research and solutions addressing critical environmental challenges. Her expertise and leadership ensure that InARI remains at the forefront of environmental genomics, promoting sustainability and ecological health.

FOCUS

Focus Areas

microbial biology

Exploring the genetic makeup of microbial communities in different environments
Ecotoxicology

Investigating the genetic impact of pollutants and environmental stressors on organisms
change adaptation

Identifying genetic traits that enable species to adapt
genetic diversity & conservation

Studying genetic diversity in various ecosystems

Facilities and Technologies

The Centre of Excellence in Environmental Genomics is equipped with advanced facilities and technologies, including

High-throughput sequencing platforms that enable comprehensive analysis of genomes, meta-genomes transcriptomes, meta-transcriptomes and epigenomes.

Cutting-edge computational tools and software for data analysis, modelling, and interpretation of complex genomic data.

Facilities for high-resolution genotyping and phenotyping to link genetic variation with environmental traits and responses.

Techniques for detecting and monitoring biodiversity through the analysis of DNA from environmental samples.

Services & Opportunity

collaborative projects

community engagement

training programs

interdisciplinary collaboration

publications & dissemination

industry partnership

LAB

Lab Facility

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into reality, one breakthrough at a time.

PCR and Real-Time PCR (qPCR)

To amplify and simultaneously quantify a targeted DNA molecule, gene expression analysis, and microbiome quantification

MinION Mk1C (Oxford Nanopore)

This cutting-edge sequencing platform is capable of generating ultra-long reads and enabling challenging application such as whole genomes, metagenomes, targeted gene-based sequencing and transcriptomes

Ion GeneStudio S5

It has significant applications in environmental genomics and medical diagnostic genomics such as microbial community and biodiversity analysis, cancer research, genetic screening and HLA typing, prenatal testing etc

Microplate Spectrophotometer

Its UV-Vis broad wavelength range enables microbial growth, biochemical assays and quantification of nucleic acids and proteins