Overview
Visit to “Global Bio-India (GBI) 2024”
About the Event:
Department of Medical Lab Technology, School of Allied Health Sciences Visit to Global Bio-India (GBI) 2024 The Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is organizing the prestigious Global Bio-India (GBI) 2024, a premier event that showcases the innovation and growth of the biotechnology sector in India and beyond. This international platform brings together industry leaders, researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to explore cutting-edge advancements, foster collaborations, and drive the bio-economy. GBI 2024 is set to highlight India's role as a global biotech hub and will feature a diverse range of discussions, exhibitions, and networking opportunities.
Objectives of Event
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India along with its Public Sector Undertaking, Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is organizing Global Bio-India (GBI) 2024 from 12-14 September, 2024 at Hall No. 5, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, with a focus on ‘Biotech Innovation Ecosystem’ and ‘Bio-manufacturing’.
The event is expected to draw about 5000+ delegates from across the globe connecting Indian Biotechnology ecosystem with the International ecosystem. This mega congregation of biotech stakeholders would include national and international delegates representing Industry, Startups, SMEs, Central & State Governments, Departments, Academic and Research Organizations, Incubation Centres, Investors, National & International Associations and other agencies.
India is the 3rd largest Start-up ecosystem of the world and has over 1,25,000 registered startups and 114 Unicorns. Biotech innovations including for healthcare, industrial processes, agritech & food, energy, degradable plastics, biofuels are set to play a crucial role for progressing towards sustainable future.
BIRAC, as a central ecosystem enabler has created a network of 95+ bioincubation centres across the country. Over the past 12 years, BIRAC has successfully inculcated a culture of biotech entrepreneurship in the country. The number of biotech startups have significantly grown from less than 50 in 2012 to 8500+ in 2023. With Govt of India’s favorable policies and support, India’s Bioeconomy has increased from $44.10 Bn USD in 2017 to $152.60 Bn in 2023. This is further expected to grow to $300 Bn by 2030 through Bioinnovation and Biomanufacturing.
Convener Details
Prof .(Dr.) Karuna Singh
(Dean, Sharda School of Allied Health Sciences)
Prof. (Dr.) Prashant Agrawal
(Associate Dean, Sharda School of Allied Health Sciences)
Co-Convener details:
Dr. Gaurav Kaushik Professor, Department of MLT (SSAHS)
Co-ordinators:
Dr. Ankur Vashishtha
Assistant Professor, Department of MLT (SSAHS)
Speaker Details:
- Dr. Gaurav Kaushik Professor, Department of MLT (SSAHS)
