Bangalore INDIA BIO 2013 to Boost International Collaborations, Over 20 countries participating Meet to focus on ‘Biotech for a better tomorrow’

Bangalore, Monday, 04 th February 2013: Bangalore INDIA BIO 2013 – India’s premier Biotech forum renowned for calibrating the pulse of the Biotechnology Industryis being held from February 4-6, 2013 at The Lalit Ashok, Bangalore. The 3-day event will bring together global leaders from life sciences sector for a comprehensive overview of this rapidly changing industry.The event is organized by the Department of Information Technology, Bio-Technology and Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka, Vision Group on Biotechnology and MM Activ Sci-Tech Communications.

The 13th edition of Bangalore INDIA BIO will be inaugurated by Shri. Jagadish Shettar-Hon’ble Chief Minister, Govt. of Karnatakain the presence of dignitaries like Shri. S.V.Rangnath, Chief Secretary, Govt. of Karnataka, Prof. K. Vijay Raghavan – Secretary – Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, Ms. Anne MacColl- CEO, Scottish Development International, Scotland, Mr. Mark Lytle, Division Director, Georgia Centers of Innovation; Georgia, Department of Economic Development, Atlanta, Georgia, USA, Dr. Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, Chairperson, Karnataka´s Vision Group on Biotechnology and CMD, Biocon Ltd., and Shri. I.S.N Prasad, IAS, Principal Secretary to Government, Dept. of Information Technology, Biotechnology and Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka.

Three industry reports will be released on the occasion namely (a) “Indian Biotechnology: The roadmap to the Next Decade and beyond by ABLE (b) “Opportunities for Fermentation Industry & Biotechnology” by ABLE and (C) Report on“Funding Your Science Idea” of Atharva Life Sciences Consulting.

Bangalore INDIA BIO 2013 will witness a gathering of over 800 delegates, renowned speakers from India & abroad and 100+ exhibitors from the best of Industry, Research Organizations, Academia, etc. The event promises to bring to the table an exciting line-up of activities relevant to a Global audience of Biotech professionals. The three-day conference features a robust programme including Multi-track conference with stimulating plenaries, lively panel discussions, inspiring workshops, International Tradeshow and Poster Exhibition, and Bio Excellence Awards.

Bangalore INDIA BIO will have a large participation of International delegations from over 20 countries including Scotland, USA (Georgia), Canada (Alberta) & Australia (Victoria) and also from Atlanta, Missouri from USA, Germany, UAE, France, UK, Mexico, Japan, Malaysia and Singapore and European and southEastAsia countries which will give a further boost to cross-border partnerships. International MoU’s, Technical Tie-ups and Business collaborations agreements will be signed during the 3-day event between International Participants and the Indian Life Science fraternity.

The Scottish Development International (SDI) led by Ms. Anne MacColl, CEO, Scottish Development International, Scotland and Department of Economic Development, Atlanta, Georgia, USA led by Mr. Mark Lytle, Division Director, Georgia Centers of Innovation; Georgia, Department of Economic Development, Atlanta, Georgia, USA will be signing MoU with Karnataka Biotechnology and Information Services (KBITS) paving way for better Knowledge exchange and trade relations with the two nations.

The International Conference will include focused tracks on key topics like Biosimilars, Regenerative Medicine, Molecular Biotechnology & Bio Informatics, Vaccines and Clinical Research as well as Partnering & Deal Making Trends in Biotechnology. The event serves as the perfect platform for exchange of Knowledge, Business and Partnering. Cont… Distinguished / Key Note Speakers at Bangalore INDIA BIO 2013 include Prof. K. Vijay Raghavan, Secretary, Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, Prof. Charles ffrench-Constant, Director, Centre of Regenerative Medicine, University of Edinburgh, Scotland, Charles French, Prof. Samir K. Brahmachari, Secretary, Department of Scientific & Industrial Research (DSIR), Govt. of India; Director General Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), Prof. Anil K. Gupta, Executive Vice Chairperson, National Innovation Foundation– India, Professor of Indian Institute of Management (IIMA), Prof. David Koelle, Professor of Medicine, Adjunct Professor, Global Health and Laboratory Medicine, University of Washington; Affiliate Investigator, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Affiliate investigator, Benaroya Research Institute,USA.

One of the highlight sessions at Bangalore INDIA BIO is The Fireside Chat – a high-profile discussion bringing together a strong line-up of Speakers from leading life sciences companies like Biocon, Bio Century– USA, Novartis India Limited to discuss“India’s challenges in being preferred as the Global Biotech Hub”.

CEO CONCLAVE focussing on theme“Can India become a 100 Billion Dollar Biotech Hub by 2025“will bring industry leaders from the Life Sciences sector like Dr. Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, Chairperson, Karnataka Vision Group on Biotechnology; Chairman & Managing Director, Biocon Limited; Dr. Vijay Chandru, Chairman & CEO, Strand Life Sciences; Mr. Shrikumar Suryanarayan, Chairman and Co-founder, Sea6 Energy Pvt. Ltd.; Honorary Director-General, ABLE; Dr. Sudhir Nambiar, Managing Director, AstraZeneca India Pvt. Ltd.; Mr. Anil Raghavan, Managing Director, Quintiles India; Dr. Pradeep Ramayya, Co-founder & CEO, AxSys Technology Limited, Scotland; Ms. Deepanwita Chattopadhyay, Managing Director & CEO, IKP Knowledge Park; Dr. Ajith V. Kamath, Head, Strategic Research Partnerships, India; External R&D Innovation, Worldwide Research & Development, Pfizer Inc.

The Agri and Industrial Biotechnology Track will Plenary Session on Agribiotechnology to Herald India’s Second Green Revolution, Biofuels & Bioremediation.

Aspiring bio-entrepreneurs and researchers can look forward to the Workshop on: “Bio-preneurship: Journeys, learnings and policy implications in the Indian context” by NSRCL- IIM Bangalore which will explore entrepreneurial opportunities in Biotechnology.

The International Tradeshow at Bangalore INDIA BIO 2013 will present an excellent opportunity for the Biotech fraternity to explore new markets and broaden their partnership network. Over 100 organisations from various verticals of Life Sciences Industry like biopharmaceuticals, bio-suppliers, bio-informatics, bio-medical devices, etc. will be part of Exhibition along with leading R&D, Academia, States of India from across the globe.

Bio Excellence Awards will recognize contribution of eminent personalities from established and start up companies for their outstanding performance and contribution in the sector of life sciences.

Bangalore INDIA BIO 2013 will help in leveraging new partnership opportunities for the participating organisationsto schedule B2B meetings through the Bio Partnering tool–InterlinX.

The Poster Session will provide an wonderful platform for Young Researchers and Scientists from Industry, Research institutions and academia to present Innovative ideas, outstanding research or path-breaking study in the field of biotechnology.

Another important highlight of the event is the Grand Finale of‘BioQuiz 2013’- the largest State level Biotech Quiz with over 800 students participating. The best teams from regional rounds conducted at districts like Mysore, Mangalore, Belgaum and Bangalore would compete for the title at Grand finale of BIO Quiz 2013 and the winners will be felicitated by Former Team India cricketer Anil Kumble, who will be the guest of honour at the programme.

For more information on Bangalore INDIA BIO 2013, visit http://www.bangaloreindiabio.in

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