BioNEST facility opened at MAHE in Manipal for biotechnology start-ups
The Hindu
BioNEST caters to biotech entrepreneurs, startups with access to relevant instruments, offers mentorship, access to experts, angels, and regulatory guidance
A Bioincubators Nurturing Entrepreneurship for Scaling Technologies (BioNEST) facility was inaugurated at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) in Manipal, Udupi district of Karnataka, on April 29.
BioNEST is supported by Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) of the Department of Biotechnology. BioNEST is a dedicated scheme of BIRAC that supports the creation of globally competent bioincubation facilities across India. The scheme supports specialised incubation centres to cater to biotech entrepreneurs, startups with access to relevant instruments, offers mentorship, access to experts, angels, and regulatory guidance. This scheme is aligned with national mission programmes such as Startup India and Make in India.
The facility at MAHE promotes technology innovations for the development of knowledge-based enterprise with successful business models. Bioincubator provides world class faculty, infrastructure and services for incubation of start-ups in various domains of biopharma, biomedical devices, dental innovation, biotechnology, healthcare and diagnostics sectors.
The facility is spread over 10,000 sq. ft. and located at the heart of MAHE. it consists of dedicated and shared laboratories, offices, well-equipped instrumentation electronics testing facility, FAB laboratories, microfluidic laboratory, co-working space, office spaces, board room, meeting rooms, cafeteria and other amenities.
In addition, MAHE supports incubates with access to central equipment facilities, mentors and experts. BioNEST provide various services in technology management, IP management, technology transfer, business plan development, prototype development, refinement, grants support assistance and market evaluation of innovative technology ideas.
The facility was inaugurated by Ranjan R Pai, Chairman, Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG), Bengaluru during an event attended by Manish Diwan, DGM & Head - Strategy Partnership & Entrepreneurship Development, BIRAC, Delhi; H. S. Ballal, Pro Chancellor, MAHE, and M. D. Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor.
Telangana to introduce new clean energy policy to meet rising energy demands sustainably, aiming for 20,000 MW renewable capacity by 2030.
The girl, who was admitted to Aster CMI Hospital with alarming breathlessness and significant pallor, was diagnosed with Wegener’s Granulomatosis (now known as Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis or GPA), a rare autoimmune condition that causes spontaneous bleeding in the lungs, leading to acute respiratory failure.
Puzhal prison officials investigate fire accident that destroyed old files and cardboard boxes, possibly caused by prisoners.
ACB files case against IPS officer N. Sanjay in Andhra Pradesh. The official is accused of manipulating the tender processes for awarding contract for development and maintenance of AGNI-NOC portal, and conducting awareness meetings for SC/STs. It is alleged that the total value of properties stolen, or involved in the case is estimated at ₹1,75,86,600.
The holiday season spanning from Christmas to New Year has seen a surge in tourists visiting Mysuru with the hospitality sector announcing 100 per cent occupancy for the entire duration.
BJP leader and former MP, Prathap Simha, has backed the Mysuru City Corporation’s (MCC) proposal to name a stretch of KRS road in the city after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Tourists flock to Visakhapatnam and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts for holidays, leading to full occupancy in hotels and attractions.
Umayalpuram Swaminatha Iyer's legacy in music and teachings remembered through stories and memories of his disciples and students.
Kalaburagi District Police Dog Squad bids emotional farewell to Reeta, a crucial part of operations and investigations.
India's vibrant startup ecosystem, driven by women, innovation, and government support, is shaping the global entrepreneurial landscape.
Mettur dam water level at 119.49 feet, inflow 2,711 cusecs, discharge 500 cusecs, near full capacity.