IMTECH celebrates 41st foundation day with focus on BioE3 policy and biotechnology innovations

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Chandigarh: CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH) marked its 41st foundation day on Friday with a series of events, including the much-anticipated foundation day lecture.
The highlight of the day was a lecture delivered by Dr Rajesh S Gokhale, secretary of the department of biotechnology (DBT), govt of India. His address centred on the BioE3 policy, which aims to drive biotechnology innovation in India through its focus on economy, environment, and employment.
The BioE3 policy, Dr Gokhale explained, is a strategic initiative designed to promote green growth by transitioning from the current consumptive manufacturing model to one based on regenerative principles.
The policy emphasises empowering Indian institutions, universities, startups, and industries to engage in transformative bio-innovations, particularly through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies.
It also supports the establishment of facilities such as biomanufacturing hubs, biofoundries, and bio-AI centres to enhance domestic bio-manufacturing capabilities, scale up production, and foster a highly skilled workforce.
In his welcoming address, Dr Sanjeev Khosla, director of IMTECH, highlighted the institute's significant achievements over the past year.
Reflecting on IMTECH's 41 years of excellence in microbial sciences, Dr Khosla emphasised the institute's ongoing commitment to driving forward biotechnology innovations that align with India's vision for a self-reliant, sustainable future.
He urged the scientific community at IMTECH to focus on future research areas that contribute to the goals of Vikasit Bharat.
As part of the celebrations, IMTECH also signed several memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with leading pharmaceutical industries. These partnerships are aimed at utilising the biofoundry at IMTECH for the rapid development of precision biotherapeutics and the early scaling up of proof-of-concept biomolecules.
The day also featured an ‘open day' for the general public, where students, researchers, and science enthusiasts from the Tricity region visited the IMTECH campus.
The event provided an opportunity for visitors to interact with scientists and explore the various facets of microbiology and biotechnology through live demonstrations and discussions. This initiative was part of IMTECH's ongoing efforts to engage with the community and inspire the next generation of scientists.
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Chandigarh: CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH) marked its 41st foundation day on Friday with a series of events, including the much-anticipated foundation day lecture.
The highlight of the day was a lecture delivered by Dr Rajesh S Gokhale, secretary of the department of biotechnology (DBT), govt of India. His address centred on the BioE3 policy, which aims to drive biotechnology innovation in India through its focus on economy, environment, and employment.
The BioE3 policy, Dr Gokhale explained, is a strategic initiative designed to promote green growth by transitioning from the current consumptive manufacturing model to one based on regenerative principles.
The policy emphasises empowering Indian institutions, universities, startups, and industries to engage in transformative bio-innovations, particularly through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies.
It also supports the establishment of facilities such as biomanufacturing hubs, biofoundries, and bio-AI centres to enhance domestic bio-manufacturing capabilities, scale up production, and foster a highly skilled workforce.
In his welcoming address, Dr Sanjeev Khosla, director of IMTECH, highlighted the institute's significant achievements over the past year.
Reflecting on IMTECH's 41 years of excellence in microbial sciences, Dr Khosla emphasised the institute's ongoing commitment to driving forward biotechnology innovations that align with India's vision for a self-reliant, sustainable future.
He urged the scientific community at IMTECH to focus on future research areas that contribute to the goals of Vikasit Bharat.
As part of the celebrations, IMTECH also signed several memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with leading pharmaceutical industries. These partnerships are aimed at utilising the biofoundry at IMTECH for the rapid development of precision biotherapeutics and the early scaling up of proof-of-concept biomolecules.
The day also featured an ‘open day' for the general public, where students, researchers, and science enthusiasts from the Tricity region visited the IMTECH campus.
The event provided an opportunity for visitors to interact with scientists and explore the various facets of microbiology and biotechnology through live demonstrations and discussions. This initiative was part of IMTECH's ongoing efforts to engage with the community and inspire the next generation of scientists.