Department of Biotechnology

 #WomenInSTEM @DBTIndia Championing Women-Led Science for a Viksit Bharat. Dr. Nagma Parveen, Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, is advancing research in mRNA vaccine development for RSV using targeted delivery systems. Her work utilizes SORT lipid nanoparticles to precisely target immune cells, enhancing vaccine efficacy and immune response. Her research contributes to next-generation precision vaccines and immunotherapy. #Vaccines #Nanomedicine #ViksitBharat Dr Jitendra Singh Rajesh Gokhale BRIC DBT National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) | Institute of Life Sciences | Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) |BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India |National Brain Research Centre, Gurgaon |BRIC-NCCS Pune | BRIC - Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) | Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) |International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India| CSIR India | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)| Ministry of Earth Sciences| Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

#WomenInSTEM Department of Biotechnology Championing Women-Led Science for a Viksit Bharat. Dr. Vaishali Verma, Bennett University, is advancing research in diagnostic technologies using monoclonal antibody-based assays. Her work enables improved detection of carbapenem resistance in Acinetobacter baumannii, supporting rapid diagnostics and combating antimicrobial resistance. Her research strengthens efforts toward accessible and precise healthcare solutions. #Diagnostics #AntimicrobialResistance #ViksitBharat Dr Jitendra Singh Rajesh Gokhale BRIC DBT National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) | Institute of Life Sciences |Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) |BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India |National Brain Research Centre, Gurgaon |BRIC-NCCS Pune | BRIC - Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) | Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) |International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India|CSIR India | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)| Ministry of Earth Sciences |Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

6th Window of the D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge is OPEN! Empowering Youth to Solve Critical Issues of their TIMES A creative framework powering the #BioE3 Vision — Biotechnology for Economy, Environment & Employment. Applications open till the 20th of April (Windows open for 20 days every month until 1st October 2026) * Category 1 – School Students (VI–XII): 5:30 PM Apply here: https://lnkd.in/g8v7t5VP * Category 2 – Students, Researchers, Innovators & Startups: 11:59 PM Apply here: https://lnkd.in/g386U7dm For queries, write to: mediacell@dbt.nic.in #DESIGNForBioE3 #BioE3Challenge #ViksitBharat Dr Jitendra Singh Rajesh Gokhale BRIC DBT National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) | Institute of Life Sciences |Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) |BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India |National Brain Research Centre, Gurgaon |BRIC-NCCS Pune | BRIC - Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) | Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) |International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India|CSIR India | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)| Ministry of Earth Sciences |Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

From AI-driven diagnostics to gene therapies, biotechnology is reshaping neurological care.

Just 1 day to go! The 6th application window for the D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge opens on 1st April. Don’t miss your chance to turn your innovative idea into a breakthrough solution. 👩🏫 Category 1: School Students (VI–XII) → Apply via MyGov Innovate India: https://lnkd.in/g8v7t5VP 👨🔬 Category 2: Indian Citizens (School Students, Researchers, PhD Scholars, Startup Founders, SMEs) → Apply via BRIC D.E.S.I.G.N. Portal: https://lnkd.in/g386U7dm ⏳ Applications will be open for 20 days every month until October 2026. 📩 Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in #DESIGNforBioE3 #BioE3Challenge #BioE3 #viksitbharat Dr Jitendra Singh Rajesh Gokhale BRIC DBT National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) | Institute of Life Sciences |Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) |BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India |National Brain Research Centre, Gurgaon |BRIC-NCCS Pune | BRIC - Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) | Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) |International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India|CSIR India | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)| Ministry of Earth Sciences |Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

#WomenInSTEM Department of Biotechnology Championing Women-Led Science for a Viksit Bharat. Dr. Shinjini Bhatnagar, Distinguished Professor, BRIC-Translational Health Science & Technology Institute (Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI)) is advancing research in maternal and child health through the GARBH-INi cohort to address preterm birth. Her work integrates clinical data, multi-omics, and AI-driven tools to develop predictive diagnostics and personalized risk assessment models, improving pregnancy outcomes and neonatal care. Her research delivers impactful solutions for precision maternal healthcare and public health innovation. #MaternalHealth #PublicHealth #ViksitBharat Dr Jitendra Singh Rajesh Gokhale BRIC DBT National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) | Institute of Life Sciences |Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) |BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India |National Brain Research Centre, Gurgaon |BRIC-NCCS Pune | BRIC - Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) | Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) |International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India|CSIR India | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)| Ministry of Earth Sciences |Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

#WomenInSTEM Department of Biotechnology Championing Women-Led Science for a Viksit Bharat. Dr. Prajakta Jain, ICT Mumbai - Chemical Engineering Placement Cell, is advancing research in lung-on-chip technology for evaluating monoclonal antibody safety. Her work develops human-relevant models for repeated-dose pulmonary toxicity testing, enhancing drug safety and accelerating biotherapeutic development. Her research supports innovation in biomanufacturing and translational healthcare. #BiomedicalEngineering #Biomanufacturing #ViksitBharat Dr Jitendra Singh Rajesh Gokhale BRIC DBT National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) | Institute of Life Sciences |Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) |BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India |National Brain Research Centre, Gurgaon |BRIC-NCCS Pune | BRIC - Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) | Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) |International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India|CSIR India | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)| Ministry of Earth Sciences |Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

#WomenInSTEM Department of Biotechnology Championing Women-Led Science for a Viksit Bharat. Dr. Jayalakshmi Vallamkundu, National Institute of Technology Warangal, is advancing research in biosensing technologies for early detection of Alzheimer’s disease. Her work developed a liquid crystal–based platform that enables sensitive detection of Aβ1–42 through optical signals, offering innovative solutions for neurological diagnostics and early intervention. Her research strengthens capabilities in precision diagnostics and biomedical innovation. #BiomedicalEngineering #Diagnostics #ViksitBharat Dr Jitendra Singh Rajesh Gokhale BRIC DBT National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) | Institute of Life Sciences |Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) |BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India |National Brain Research Centre, Gurgaon |BRIC-NCCS Pune | BRIC - Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) | Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) |International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India|CSIR India | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)| Ministry of Earth Sciences |Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

#WomenInSTEM Department of Biotechnology Championing Women-Led Science for a Viksit Bharat. Prof. Namrata Gundiah, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), is advancing research in microfluidics and vascular biology to study disease mechanisms. Her work developed a cost-effective platform to simulate disturbed blood flow, enabling insights into inflammation and conditions like diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Her innovations support biomedical research and translational healthcare solutions. #Microfluidics #BiomedicalResearch #ViksitBharat Dr Jitendra Singh Rajesh Gokhale BRIC DBT National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) | Institute of Life Sciences |Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) |BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India |National Brain Research Centre, Gurgaon |BRIC-NCCS Pune | BRIC - Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) | Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) |International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India|CSIR India | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)| Ministry of Earth Sciences|Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

#WomenInSTEM Department of Biotechnology Championing Women-Led Science for a Viksit Bharat. Dr. Tina Mukherjee, Associate Professor, Scientist 'F', Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem), is advancing research in stem cell biology and metabolic regulation. Her work uncovers how environmental cues and metabolism shape immune responses and cell fate, including the role of dopamine in blood cell development and the impact of excess sugar on immune cell metabolism. Her research provides key insights into immunity, development, and metabolic health. #StemCellBiology #Immunology #ViksitBharat Dr Jitendra Singh Rajesh Gokhale BRIC DBT National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) | Institute of Life Sciences |Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) |BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India |National Brain Research Centre, Gurgaon |BRIC-NCCS Pune | BRIC - Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) | Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) |International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India|CSIR India | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)| Ministry of Earth Sciences|Department of Science & Technology, Government of India