IISER TVM The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM) is dedicated to scientific research and science education of international standards. Traditionally, teaching has been segregated from research in undergraduate science curricula in our country. The IISERs were established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to bridge this dichotomy. IISER TVM was founded in 2008. The institute aims to provide high quality education in modern science, integrating it with outstanding research at the undergraduate level itself, and to develop a spirit of enquiry cutting across disciplines. IISER TVM is an autonomous institution offering a five-year BS-MS programme in addition to iPh.D and Ph.D. programmes in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Earth & Environmental Science, Data Science and inter-disciplinary areas. BioTrail - Summer Research and Discovery Program BioTrail is a summer school initiated by the School of Biology, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram to give scientific exposure to students passionate about biological research. Applications are open for BioTrail - Summer Research and Discovery Program at the School of Biology, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Thiruvananthapuram. BioTrail is a fully supported two-month summer research opportunity (May–July 2026) for Master’s students in STEM fields from Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Northeast India. Participants will gain hands-on lab/field experience, attend faculty lectures, and join workshops on science communication, CV building, leadership, and career development. Travel, accommodation, and food are covered for all selected candidates. Eligibility Criteria The program is for Master's students in STEM fields, who are currently enrolled or have completed their degree in 2025 at universities/colleges/institutes in Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh and Northeast India. Duration 2 months (May-July 2026) What it Involves? Practical research experience in laboratory and field settings Thematic Lectures by faculty and researchers Peer group support Tailored workshops on soft skills (Science communication, CV writing, leadership skills, and career development) Application Last Date Last date to apply: 10th March 2026 How to Apply? https://forms.gle/P19S6EDTcjYybCbi6 What is Covered? Travel (to and fro 2nd Class AC train fare), accommodation and food for all the selected candidates. Contact Details For any queries - mail biotrail@iisertvm.ac.in Source: BioTrail – Summer Research and Discovery Program at the School of Biology, IISER TVM