Who we are
Blending Scientific Rigor with Spiritual Depth
Why choose us?
About VIRSACO
Blessings from Vimalaji
Cutting-edge research.
- Develop people & faculty: build capacity and train individuals to work ethically and effectively.
- Grow human resources in agriculture research, biotechnology, education, and health.
- Bridge lab to field: integrate science and spirituality to translate research into practice and nurture young scientists, researchers, and skilled workers.
- Complement formal curricula through interdisciplinary, holistic learning that deepens understanding.
Impact at a Glance
35 +
Workshops/SeminarsConducted
40 +
Publications1000 +
VisitorsHosted
2000 +
Manpower (Students)Trained
Research Areas
Plant Tissue Culture & Micropropagation
Protocols for multiple-shoot culture, callus culture, embryo culture (incl. somatic embryogenesis), floriculture and seed culture of rare and medicinally important plants. We also manage hardening and post-hardening in our controlled-environment polyhouse and greenhouse to ensure high survival and field readiness.
Molecular Biology & Organelle Genomics
Organelle genomics (chloroplast/mitochondrial) of medicinal, rare/endangered plants and stress-resistant Kutch grasses—~30 genomes sequenced to date, with several first-of-its-kind reference sequences worldwide. We also do plant barcoding, novel marker development (ISSR/SSR/RAPD), gene-expression studies, and broader omics (transcriptomics/proteomics) for authentication and trait discovery.
Seaweed Science & Coastal Biodiversity (Gujarat)
Longstanding expertise in seaweed collection, species identification, herbarium specimen preparation and preservation. Our Seaweed Museum houses curated herbarium sheets across green, brown and red taxa—including rare/industrially important and previously unrecorded species. Ongoing work profiles key metabolites with therapeutic potential (e.g., cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, mucormycosis) for future drug leads.
Bio-Photon & GDV (Non-Invasive Plant Health)
Biophoton/GDV measurements on medicinal plants, food items and crops (e.g., groundnut) to map vitality, stress and disease signatures. We aim to develop rapid, non-invasive early-detection techniques that complement molecular diagnostics—helping farmers act sooner and improve yields and quality.
Advanced Research Infrastructure & Training
We are building state-of-the-art labs and shared facilities to complement regional colleges and universities—enabling independent and collaborative projects with academia, government and national labs. Regular workshops, seminars and hands-on training cultivate skilled manpower and strengthen the local research ecosystem.