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Uses of Acacia nilotica (L.) Del. (Babul) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan Abscess Apply the leaf paste topically - Sapna Kanwar, Sirohi, Rajasthan Toothache Brush with the fruit rind powder - Babulal Sharma, Nagor, Rajasthan Mouth ulcer Gurgle with the bark decoction - Sundari Devi, Nagor, Rajasthan Pneumonia Boil the bark paste in water with little sugar. After cooling, filter it and take orally - Chen Singh Charan, Nagor, Rajasthan Retention of urine Take the juice of bark or seed orally - Ganesh Das, Sirohi, Rajasthan Uses from other states Skin crack Pound leaves with black pepper and cow’s ghee. Apply the paste on skin crack - Dansingh Laxmansingh Parihar, Junagadh, Gujarat Burn Mix the bark of the plant with mustard oil and boil it in water till it completely evaporates. Apply the preparation on affected body parts. - Jagadish, Hissar, Haryana

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Abscess Burn the fresh wood on fire and collect the fluid oozing out while burning, apply it on affected area - Somesh Singala, Patiala, Punjab

Uses in Classical Codified Literature Paste made from fresh leaves is applied on the forehead for headache1; decoction of the bark is gargled to give relief from sore throat2; decoction of the bark is consumed to cure bronchitis3; and the dried bark powder is taken orally with water for diabetes4. Toothpaste is prepared from Acacia with the brand name ‘Dental cream’5. Thirty patents have been found on its medicinal uses such as for dental plaque and gingivitis6.

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Uses of Annona squamosa L. (Sitaphal) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan

Uses in Classical Codified Literature

Head lice Apply the seed paste on the scalp at night. Wash hair the next morning - Radhakishan Kumawat, Ajmer, Rajasthan Diabetes Take four tea spoonful of the fruit powder orally every morning on an empty stomach - Shantanu Gupta, Kota, Rajasthan Uses from other states

Ripe fruit is considered as an anthelmintic7; extract from leaves and fruit is administered orally to get rid of rheumatic pain8 and the paste of leaves is applied on the head to kill head lice9. Product ‘LICEX Headlice expeller’ 10 is a multi-herb formulation that removes headlice and nits. Nine patents have been found on its various medicinal uses such as an antiretroviral11 and for scalp care12.

Hair care Apply the leaf paste on the hair - Sana Parvin, Mandu, Jharkhand Head lice Apply the seed powder on the scalp - Madhav Rao Shankar Rao Patil, Jalgaon, Maharashtra Cough Smoulder the powder of Annona and date palm seeds to inhale the smoke for relief - Ramdas Ghanshyamdas Patel, Nasik, Maharashtra Abscess/boils Apply the fruit paste over the affected part - Naganath Durga Chogule, Sholapur, Maharashtra

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Uses of Argemone mexicana L. (Satyanasi) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan Skin disease Apply the root & bark paste on the affected area - Durga Singh, Jaipur, Rajasthan

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Acne Apply the leaf paste topically - Kiran Khatik, Sikar, Rajasthan Itching Apply the plant juice over the affected part - Rameshwari Devi, Sikar, Rajasthan Abscess/blisters Apply the plant juice over the affected part - Chandra Kanvar, Sikar, Rajasthan Uses from other states Intestinal worms Take root (½ inch) along with water thrice a day to remove hookworms -Amar Singh, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh Urinary disorder Take latex (10ml) orally along with milk - Rani B. Bhagat, Pune, Maharashtra Eczema Crush the whole plant (25g) along with black pepper (2 nos). Apply the paste topically - Suresh Thakur, Hazaribag, Jharkhand

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Seed powder is taken with water to reduce toothache2; decoction of the plant is given orally13; seed oil is useful in case of colic pain2; and rheumatics should take seed powder to get relief2. ‘Step syrup’14, prepared from the plant, is used to cure skin diseases and soft tissue infections. Ten patents have been found regarding its various medicinal uses such as in treating psoriasis15 and for headache16.

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Uses of Calotropis procera (Ait.) R. Br. (Aak) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan Headache Put lukewarm leaves on the forehead - Shilpa Kumari, Sirohi, Rajasthan Earache Boil the latex with Sesame oil. Put three drops of the medicated oil in the ear at night - Ramkaran Bokda, Ganganagar, Rajasthan Cough/cold Take the flower decoction orally - Komal Soni, Sikar, Rajasthan Itiching Burn the leaves, collect ash and mix with little curd. Apply the mixture topically - Jugal Soni, Sikar, Rajasthan Uses from other states

Migraine Put two-three drops of leaf juice in the nostril in the opposite side of the head having pain - Indiravati Rana, Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand

Uses in Classical Codified Literature Plant extract is used as bronchodilator17; flower buds of Calotropis, along with black pepper seeds and salt, are crushed to make pills the size of small peas. Two pills are taken twice daily for three days to cure malaria1; warmed leaves, smeared with oil, are applied on the aching part to alleviate rheumatic pain18. ‘Muscle & Joint Rub’ 5 is a highly effective ointment for backaches, muscular sprains and joint pains. ‘Arkavaleha’19, made from this plant, is given to cure irritation of the stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea etc. Eight patents were found on the medicinal uses mainly for anti-tumor and antidotal activity20 and bronchial asthma21.

Stomach disorder Smear mustard oil on a leaf and apply it warm over the abdomen for immediate relief - Chawda Chanduben Jawanji, Gandhinagar, Gujarat Knee pain Take the leaf juice orally - Jyothi Bhatta, Chikmagalur, Karnataka Arthritis Mix latex with turmeric powder, boil it with sesame oil and then apply this paste on the aching joint - Sanjay Singh Uplana, Nagda, Madhya Pradesh

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Uses of Capparis decidua (Forssk.) Edgew. (Kair) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan

Uses in Classical Codified Literature

Stomachache Soak fruits in saline water for 10 days, dry and make a powder. Take a spoonful orally twice a day - Mukesh Kumar Lora, Nagor, Rajasthan Diabetes Take two spoonful of the powder of the deseeded fruit orally - Nanuram Meghwal, Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan Constipation Soak fruits overnight. Dry them and grind into a fine powder. Take a spoonful of the powder orally every morning - Kamla Devi, Nagor, Rajasthan Uses from other States Toothache Put two drops of young shoot juice in the ear - Bhavaji Dayaji Thakor, Patan, Gujarat Rheumatism Cook the chopped fruit (3kg) along with jaggery (500g) in ghee (500g) .Take the preparation (30g) twice a day for a month - Samuben Khodabhai Parmar, Patan, Gujarat Eczema Make a paste from the bark of Kair and leaves of mamejava (Enicostema littorale Bl.) taken in equal quantity. Apply the paste on the infected area - Karimbhai Sumara, Banaskantha, Gujarat

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The fruit is taken orally to reduce blood sugar22; plant extract is applied topically on skin diseases17; decoction of the plant is taken orally to alleviate rheumatic pain23. Tablet ‘Jyoti kalash’ 24 a multi-herb drug acts as an antioxidant; ‘Maharshi Amrit Kalash’ 25 is used for vomiting, anorexia and improving general well being. One patent has been found on its cosmetic use26.

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Uses of Carica papaya L. (Papita) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan Toothache Mix equal amount of fruit latex of papita, Asafoetida and camphor. Put the mixture on the aching tooth - Pravin Kumar, Sikar, Rajasthan Kidney stone Take the root extract orally - Chanda Kumari Lohar, Sirohi, Rajasthan Uses from other states

Kidney stone Take the root juice orally - Sandhya Suman, Sitamarhi, Bihar Hydrocele Make a paste of latex and tender fruit. Give one teaspoon thrice a day till the ailment cures. - Dimbeswar Gogoi, Sibsagar, Assam

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Lactogogue Eat the ripe fruit - Kalia Behera, Bargarh, Orissa Jaundice Take the root decoction thrice a day along with some other herbs - Yanueg Jamoh Lego, East Siang, Arunachal Pradesh Cuts & wounds Apply leaf paste topically - Jongam Ngemu, Papum Pare, Arunachal Pradesh

Decoction of the flower is used as cardiotonic27; bark powder is applied externally on wounds3; decoction of the bark is given orally to get rid of intestinal worms28; beverage of the fruit is taken orally to cure diarrhoea29. Natural moisturizers and creams30 are prepared from Carica in combination with other plants. Thirty patents were found on its medicinal uses as an antiallergic31 and for prevention of cancer32.

Ringworm Apply the milky latex on the affected area - Mukesh Kumar, East Champaran, Bihar Apply small fruit pieces topically - Marykutty Thomas, Idukki, Kerala

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Uses of Cuscuta reflexa Roxb. (Amarbel) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan

Uses in Classical Codified Literature

Hair care Apply the plant decoction on the scalp - Dinesh Kumawat, Ajmer, Rajasthan Headache Mix curd in the plant decoction in 1:3 ratio, heat and inhale the vapours - Dalpat Singh Rathod, Nagor, Rajasthan Uses from other states Anthelminitic Take extract of plant (50g) in 100 ml of water for seven days -Prabhat Sharma, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh Skin disease Apply plant paste over the infected area -Community knowledge, Aizwal, Mizoram

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Decoction of the vine is mixed in the water for bathing to combat fever33; seeds are used as carminative2; plant is used for treating jaundice2; Extract of the plant is used as diuretic2. Product ‘Blossom Hair Oil’34 and ‘Wondruff Oil’34 is an ayurvedic natural herbal formula helps to promote thick and healthy hair. ‘Super Herbal Care’35 is anti fat tablet taken for reducing weight.

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Uses of Datura metel L. (Dhatura) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan

Uses in Classical Codified Literature

Headache Seeds are chewed and spat for instant relief - Ganesh Das, Sirohi, Rajasthan Earache Put two drops of the leaf juice in the ear - Ram Kishan Gatani, Nagor, Rajasthan Diarrhoea Soak a fruit in water overnight. Filter the water next morning, add salt and sugar, and take it orally - Rukma Devi, Nagor, Rajasthan

One fruit, filled with 10g Piper longum L. is burnt and 5g of the ash is taken with honey, morning and evening for 5 days to cure malaria1; the thumb is kept inserted within the fruit to treat finger felon36; root paste is applied externally on poisonous bites37. ‘Muscles & joint rub’5 is a highly effective medicine for backache, muscular sprain and joint pain made from the plant.

Skin disease Put lukewarm leaf smeared with ghee over the affected area - Shakuntala Devi, Nagor, Rajasthan Uses from other states Alopecia Smear the leaf juice on the head and leave for 30 minutes -Bansi Ghosal, West Midnapur, West Bengal Asthma Take a seed soaked in water orally initially. Gradually increase a seed every week for five weeks - Rani Farhat, Hazaribag, Jharkhand

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Uses of Ficus benghalensis L. (Vat) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan

Uses in Classical Codified Literature

Blisters Apply the milky latex topically - Omprakash Sharma, Sikar, Rajasthan Stomachache Apply the milky latex on the naval region - Ranjeet Kumar Chowdhary, Sirohi, Rajasthan Backache Put lukewarm leaf smeared with ghee over the aching area - Suresh Kumar Seshma, Nagor, Rajasthan Uses from other states Whooping cough Grind the bark into a fine paste and take one spoonful orally - Priyanka Kumari, West Champaran, Bihar Wound Apply the mixture of leaf ash and coconut oil topically - Priyanka Paramanik, Purulia, West Bengal Sprain Smear lukewarm bark paste on the site of the sprain - Arun Ghosh, Bankura, West Bengal

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Aerial roots’ paste mixed with salt after filtering is taken once a day in the morning for 8 days in case of diabetes38; decoction of plant is applied externally on wounds and ulcers39; latex is given orally to cure bronchitis40. ‘Anti-Dandruff shampoo’5, a product prepared from this plant in combination with other plants, is used to keep hair healthy and dandruff free. Product ‘KLD Lotion’41, a multiherbal ayurvedic preparation using Ficus, is effective in many skin ailments such as acne marks, pimples, burns - sunburns, nappy rash etc. ‘Litina’42, a herbal toothpaste made from this plant along with other plants, is good for the gums and the teeth. Four patents have been found on medicinal applications of Ficus for antitumor43 medication, wound healing44 etc.

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Uses of Mangifera indica L. (Aam) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan

Uses in Classical Codified Literature

Toothache Burn the stem of aam and leaves of jamun (Syzygium cuminii (L.) Skeels); add a pinch of alum in this ash. Brush the teeth with this powder - Jitendra Singh Vagehla, Sirohi, Rajasthan Diarrhoea Abrade the seed of mango and tamarind (Tamarindus indica L.) on stone. Make a paste and take it orally - Hiralal Gonda, Dungarpur, Rajasthan Scorpion sting Apply the watery sap topically - Dhanabhai Koted, Dungarpur, Rajasthan

Bark decoction is given orally to cure diarrhoea 45 ; decoction of leaves and bark is given orally to cure pain and aches46; and bark of the plant acts as an appetizer47. ‘Wildcrafted Angel’s Touch Hand Crème’30, a herbal cosmetic product, is formulated to restore rough and reddened hands and to keep them velvety and soft.30 ‘Mensta’48, a multi-herb drug, acts as uterine support and is the first non-hormonal menstrual modulator with spasmodic activity. Fourteen patents have been found on its various medicinal uses such as for treating gastrointestinal disorders49 and for hair growth50.

Uses from other states Asthma Take one spoonful of powder of roasted mango seeds orally twice a day - Narsabhai Bhagabhai Bubadiya, Sabarkantha, Gujarat Stomachache Take a cup of the juice of roasted fruit along with sugar - Akash Kumar Jha, Sitamarhi, Bihar Dysentery Take one spoonful bark powder orally - Gamaliyal Hembrom, Hazaribag, Jharkhand

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Uses of Moringa oleifera Lam. (Sargava) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan Itching Apply the leaf paste mixed with cow’s urine topically - Rameshchand Sambal, Sikar, Rajasthan Gout Make a paste of leaves and add equal amount of ginger juice and a pinch of Asafoetida. Prepare tablets and take a tablet along with goat’s milk twice a day - Satyanarayan Sain, Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan Wound Apply the bark powder topically - Nanuram Nanima, Dungarpur, Rajasthan Uses from other states Asthma Take 30g of the root juice orally along with an equal amount of ginger juice - Sanjay Singh Uplana, Nagda, Madhya Pradesh Diabetes Take the leaf juice orally - Rahul Kumar Mahato, Gopalganj, Bihar Joint pain Take the bud curry to reduce the pain - Sanjay Singh Uplana, Nagda, Madhya Pradesh Ulcer Make pills from the leaf paste. Take one pill for three days early in the morning after light breakfast - Sukumar Nath, North Tripura, Tripura

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Leucoderma Take the curry of the leaves of moringa, pumpkin and spinach - Rama Radhakrishnan, Idukki, Kerala

Uses in Classical Codified Literature Juice of bark is given orally along with a pinch of asafetida and salt 39; dried fruit is eaten to combat diabetes51; powder of the plant is administered orally to cure asthma51. Product ‘Sugan Nutrimix’53 is a ready mix preparation where Moringa is mixed with pulses, spices and other natural ingredients to make it rich in nutrients, minerals, protein etc., and to enhance its taste. This powder can be consumed in it is natural form or can be mixed with staple food. ‘Pain Massage Oil’5 is a herbal oil, which provides relief from neuromuscular pain. Twelve patents have been found on its medicinal uses such as for anticancer54 and antidiabetic55 properties.

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Uses of Phyllanthus emblica L. (Amla) NIF Database Uses from Rajasthan

Uses in Classical Codified Literature

Dandruff Apply the fruit juice on the scalp - Sunita Kumawat, Jaipur, Rajasthan Stomachache Take the fruit juice orally - Shakuntala Devi, Nagor, Rajasthan Diabetes Take the fresh fruit juice along with honey - Bimala Devi, Jaipur, Rajasthan Uses from other states Jaundice Take the plant powder (5g) along with milk - Kiran Batti, Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh

Bark and fruits are used in diarrhoea and dysentery56; fresh juice of the fruit, mixed with pure cow’s butter and honey, is administered to cure obstinate hiccough56; juice relieves pain in urine trouble56; pulp (2-3g) is eaten with warm milk to get rid of headache57; powder of seeds after mixing with ghee is applied on the head to stop nasal bleeding9; fruits are taken orally to reduce acidity58; decoction of the fruit is taken to increase blood count39. Phyllanthus is one of the main ingredients of well known medicines ‘Triphala, Chavanprash and Amla hair oil’5. Seventy-six patents have been found on its medicinal uses such as for diabetes59, liver disorders and immune deficiencies60.

Wound Apply the leaf paste topically - Sevaram Bhaskar, Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh Gray hair Wash the hair regularly with the fruit decoction - Sulekha Jabbar, Idukki, Kerala Headache Make bark paste using the water in which rice has been washed. Apply the paste on the forehead - Sulekha Jabbar, Idukki, Kerala

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Uses of Solanum xanthocarpum Schrad. & Wendl. (Bhoi ringani) NIF Database Use from Rajasthan Toothache Boil seeds in sesame oil. Apply the medicated oil over the aching tooth - Shantilal Baranda, Dungarpur, Rajasthan

Vomiting Take the root juice orally with some honey - Sanjay Singh Uplana, Nagda, Madhya Pradesh

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Uses from other states Toothache Inhale the fumes of the seeds burnt in coconut shell - Ramathayu, Idukki, Kerala Mouth ulcer Take the fruit juice orally with a little salt - O. Ibobi Devi, Bishnupur, Manipur Throat pain Take the root decoction orally along with honey - Sanjay Singh Uplana, Nagda, Madhya Pradesh Fever Take the root powder orally to cure fever - Kamlesh Patil, Jalgaon, Maharashtra Take the fruit juice orally along with honey - Shijagurumayum Sandhyarani Devi, Bishnupur, Manipur Ear pus Put 2-3 drops of the root decoction in the ear - Kamlesh Patil, Jalgaon, Maharashtra

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Extract of dried flowers is administered orally to cure fever61; extract of fruit and seed is taken orally to combat cold62; the plant acts as a gastric stimulant61. Product ‘Diakof’5 and ‘Koflet’5 made from Solanum is beneficial for both dry and productive cough. Five patents have been found on its various medicinal uses such as bronchial asthma63 and cancer64 etc.

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Promotion of knowledge based enterprises and lateral markets National Innovation Foundation in association with regional collaborator Peermade Development Society, Idukki, Kerala initiated a massive campaign through women self help groups to mobilize knowledge, innovations and practices among women. In this exercise more than ten thousand traditional knowledge practices were documented (many were quite common) from the field of cosmetics, nutraceauticals, health care, cooking etc., from just one block of a district in Kerala. This exercise has indicated the immense potential of knowledge at the grassroots, which can be converted into products and viable enterprises for augmenting livelihood options for rural women. Initially four products having commercial potential were taken up for enterprise development. All knowledge holders of the four products were constituted as a single SHG named Amala and SSI registration was done. Nutrient supplement, baby massage oil and incense stick are the products selected for the initial intervention. The products were tested and standardized. All products were made available in the market under the brand name SAHYA. The products were formally launched on August 11, 2007 in an auspicious function, attended by large number of women including the innovators. Amala enterprise was supported through the MVIF scheme of NIF.

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Herbal Formulations for Healthy Crops~ SRISTI SHASTRA Arkhiben Vankar, Ranabhai Kamaliya, Banidan Gadhvi, Gemal Rana, Rajnikant Patel, Ahmadbhai Kadivala, Gujarat. It flourishes the growth of the plant by increasing flowering as well as fruiting. Besides overall vegetative growth, it is not harmful to nature and human beings. It also controls sucking pests like white fly, heliothis, aphid etc.

SRISTI KRUSHAK Popatbhai Rupabhai Jambucha, Gujarat It is an excellent remedy for leaf curl disease. Besides controlling the disease it increases the vigor of the plants by increasing overall growth.

SRISTI SURAKSHA Community Knowledge, Gujarat It is a very efficient treatment for termite and acts as a vitaliser to the affected crops. To control termites the herbal formulation is mixed with sand and spread in the field. Some times it is released in the field along with the flow of irrigation water. In some cases, it is also drenched in the affected part of the plant and sprayed on the vegetation to repel termites.

SRISTI PRAYAS Community Knowledge, Gujarat It is a highly effective formulation to act as a herbal growth promoter, which stops shedding of flowers as well as increases the overall growth of the plant. This formulation strengthens the plants internally and enables them to withstand extreme weather conditions. Constant use of this formulation increases the yield and reduces the toxic content in our daily diet.

SRISTI SHAKTI Community Knowledge, Gujarat A herbal growth promoter, which helps in production of excellent quality organic food grain. Constant use of this formulation not only increases the yield but also reduces the toxic contamination in our food and environment.

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Herbal Formulations for Livestock and Poultry~ Coccicure Sudakarbhai K. Gauli & Jeevalbhai M. Gauli, Dang, Gujarat It is a unique herbal medication for prevention and curing of Coccidiosis (Eimeria sp infections) in Poultry. The primary function of the medication is to reduce the oocytes maturation and affects the life cycle of various Eimeria species.

Poultmax Community knowledge, Valsad, Dang, Gujarat It is a unique herbal medication for promoting poultry immunity. It cures symptoms like greenish diarrhoea, conjunctivitis, nasal sputum, drop in egg production and respiratory distress in poultry. About 30g/100 birds for 0-4 weeks & 60g/100 birds for 4-8 weeks may be administered for seven days in stress or for three days before and three days after expected stress.

Mastiherb Ukhardiyabhai S. Raot, Dang, Gujarat Mastiherb is a unique intramammary herbal medication for curing mastitis in animals. Clinical trials indicated efficacy of the medication over subclinical mastitis; clinical mastitis and chronic mastitis. It was also validated in case of mastitis due to Staphylococcus aureus. The dose rate was found to be single intra mammary infusion for minimum three days after adequate standardization.

These formulations are based on traditional knowledge of farmers and developed by Sadbhav-SRISTI Sanshodhan Laboratory (www.sristi.org). These products are licensed to Matrix Biosciences Pvt. Ltd, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. The benefits are shared with the knowledge providers, communities, nature, those who add value and other stakeholders in the knowledge and value chain.

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IGNITE is a national competition of ideas and innovations of school children organized by NIF. It is open fill August 31, 2009. The awards will be announced on October 15, 2009, the birthday of Hon’ble former President of India, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam; celebrated as Children’s Creativity and Innovation Day. The awards will be given by Dr. Kalam at his convenience soon after. Those who can not submit entries till August can submit later also for the next annual competition. NIF will provide support for patenting and incubating innovative projects in all deserving cases. All school going children up to class XII of any school (and even out of school) can participate in the competition either by sending their entries through post to our address mentioned below or through email at [email protected] (For more details, please log on to www.nifindia.org).

Children can submit entries in any or all of these categories: a) ideas of technologies not yet developed, b) innovative products developed by the students (does not matter if these are crude or just proof of concept), c) problems identified in their neighborhood with which we have lived for long without solving them, and d) traditional knowledge practices learned from elders. Please note that the projects guided by teachers/ Making Homes:parents Sikkim will not be accepted. IIM-A

IGNITE 2009 National Innovation Foundation, Bungalow No 1, Satellite Complex Prem Chand Nagar Road, Ahmedabad 380 015 [email protected] www.nifindia.org