Functions

  • Preservation, and molecular characterization of the microbial strains by variety of methods including lyophilization and liquid nitrogen thereby maintaining the microbial bio-diversity found in the country.
  • Distribution of authentic cultures to research institutes and industries thereby promoting the research & development in the country.
  • NCIM acts as depository of patent strains in addition to the strains used for basic research indirectly helping to retain important microbial flora in the country.
  • NCIM has the expertise in the isolation of industrially important strains needed for development of microbial-based technologies. We undertake contract research in this area.
  • Consultancy services include sequencing services, antimicrobial susceptibiity testing, enzyme related projects etc.