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PhD Biochemistry

PhD Biochemistry

Advance the frontiers of biochemistry through rigorous original research in a collaborative and well-resourced academic environment.

Program Overview

The PhD Biochemistry program at AVMCH Medical College is a full-time research doctorate aimed at producing scholars who make substantive, original contributions to the field of biochemistry. Scholars work in close collaboration with faculty supervisors, participate in seminars, and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.

Duration & Structure

Minimum Duration
3 Years
Maximum Duration
5 Years
Course Work
First Year (Mandatory)
Thesis Submission
After min. 3 years
Evaluation
External Examination & Viva Voce

Head of Department

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Dr. Latha Krishnan

MBBS, MD (Biochemistry), PhD

Dr. Latha Krishnan oversees doctoral research in Biochemistry and supports scholars in molecular, metabolic, and interdisciplinary translational projects.

Research Areas

Structural Biochemistry

Morphological and anatomical investigations with clinical relevance and surgical applications.

Molecular Research

Molecular mechanisms underlying physiological and pathological processes.

Translational Studies

Bench-to-bedside research bridging laboratory discoveries with clinical practice.

Interdisciplinary Studies

Collaborative research crossing departmental boundaries for holistic investigation.

Faculty Supervisors

LK
Dr. Latha Krishnan
Professor & HoD
PV
Dr. P. Venkatesh
Associate Professor

Laboratory Facilities

Advanced Microscopy
Molecular Biology Lab
Bioinformatics Suite
Biostatistics Centre
Biochemistry Lab
Research Library