Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP)

CCAMP welcomes the new ‘BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) Policy for Fostering High-Performance Biomanufacturing’ of the Department of Biotechnology! This is a leap forward in fostering high-performance biomanufacturing and reinforcing India's commitment to a ‘#NetZero’ carbon economy and the Bio-vision for a #ViksitBharat. CCAMP has been at the forefront of promoting bio-entrepreneurship and catalysing technology development for a sustainable, greener planet. With the BioE3 Policy, we're excited to see the focus on key sectors such as high-value bio-based chemicals, biopolymers & enzymes; smart proteins & functional foods; precision biotherapeutics; climate resilient agriculture; carbon capture & its utilisation; marine and space research. We are already working across these themes through our technology platforms, research translation and commercialisation efforts, and bio entrepreneurship programmes supporting 450+ startups. Together, let’s drive the bio-revolution! Rajesh Gokhale Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Taslimarif Saiyed, PhD IT BT Department, Karnataka Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) Startup Karnataka K-tech Biotechnology Facilitation Cell Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society #startupindia#startupindia Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

📢C-CAMP with DST, Govt of India announces 2nd call for DST-NIDHI-CCAMP Accelerator 2024! An individually tailored acceleration programme to help deep sciences startups in biotech, healthtech and agritech domains fast-track growth from prototype development towards go-to-market. Apply to leverage CCAMP's world-class entrepreneurial ecosystem along with this structured milestone-based handholding framework to leapfrog into commercial success with your innovative bio-venture idea. Details - https://lnkd.in/gvt3H5nt  Call opens today! Ends on Dec 30, 2024 Taslimarif Saiyed, PhD Department of Science & Technology, Government of India Startup India Startup Karnataka Department of Biotechnology DBT BIRAC IT BT Department, Karnataka Atal Innovation Mission Official

Catch CCAMP's electrifying moments at #BTS2024 #BTSUnbound Bengaluru Tech Summit! * We unveiled our new cohort under the Karnataka Startup Acceleration Programme (Phase II) * Our portfolio startups shined with product launches & won Smart Bio awards * Our CEO, Dr. Taslimarif Saiyed, PhD, led a panel discussion on the cutting-edge science of mRNA-based therapeutics * We showcased our Centre of Excellence for Agri Innovation, a key programme supported by the Government of Karnataka that advances agricultural research and innovation in Karnataka and beyond. * We were honoured as Ecosystem Enabler by Govt. of Karnataka! This BTS 2024 was truly CCAMP Unbound. Dinesh Gundu Rao Rajesh Gokhale Priyank M Kharge Dr. Ekroop Caur Department of Biotechnology Department of Science & Technology, Government of India Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India IT BT Department, Karnataka Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) Startup Karnataka Startup India K-tech Biotechnology Facilitation Cell Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society NITI Aayog Atal Innovation Mission Official MeitY Startup Hub

🎉 Congratulations to CCAMP startup Althion on raising ₹3.6 crores (or about $426,000) in a pre-Series A funding round led by @bio_angels A CCAMP-supported medtech startup through the Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG), Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) LEAP, Atal Innovation Mission Official SEED, Althion is developing IoT-enabled medical equipment and devices that solve pressing #healthcare problems. Their initial products are in the area of ultra-pure water, meeting unmet needs in kidney dialysis. They are currently building a portfolio of products in hemodialysis monitoring as well as heart health monitoring. Taslimarif Saiyed, PhD Startup India Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade Invest India Department of Biotechnology Read more: https://lnkd.in/dYWUTFyV

Understand Biodiversity Laws: What Every Researcher and Entrepreneur Should Know Join us to explore: ✅ How biodiversity laws impact research and commercial use ✅ Compliance essentials and best practices ✅ Practical tips for filing Intellectual Property (IP) Speakers: Durgesh Mukharya & Sridhar R K&S Partners 🗓️ Date: December 3, 2024 | 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM 📍 Venue: Chausa, C-CAMP Perfect for researchers and entrepreneurs working with biological resources. #Biodiversity #Innovation #IP #NationalBiopharmaMission Taslimarif Saiyed, PhD Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) Department of Biotechnology Startup Karnataka Startup India IT BT Department, Karnataka National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) Tata Institute for Genetics and Society, India Atal Innovation Mission Official Ravi Bhola

🎉 Innovations Unveiled! CCAMP is thrilled to announce the much-awaited Cohort 1 of the Karnataka Startup Advancement Programme Phase 2 (#KSAP)! Presenting 17 trailblazing startups from the State tackling challenges in skin health, drug discovery, dental care, pheromone-based insect control, bioplastics, waste management, and more! KSAP is looking forward to propelling them on the global stage! Congratulations to the winners! Stay tuned to witness their incredible journeys! Priyank M Kharge IT BT Department, Karnataka Dr. Ekroop Caur Taslimarif Saiyed, PhD Startup Karnataka Startup India K-tech Biotechnology Facilitation Cell Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society Parnika Pavanram Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre Social Alpha DERBI Foundation Deshpande Foundation NSRCEL nasscom startups Ideaspring Capital

Highlights from People's Festival of Innovations 2024 (#PFOI2024) Day 3 began with an engaging Masterclass on Intellectual Property & Technology Management, followed by a session on Scaling Innovations that explored how technologies can be deployed across different states and regions! Day 4 featured exclusive Investor One-on-One Interactions, providing innovators the unique opportunity to receive valuable feedback, and explore potential funding and partnership opportunities. On both days, the afternoons were dedicated to a special storytelling event, where twelve extraordinary innovators — six from the grassroots and six from deeptech — shared their journeys of turning ideas into impact. Taslimarif Saiyed, PhD Dr Renu Swarup Anil Gupta Gujarat Grassroots Innovation Augmentation Network Honey Bee Network India International Centre

🎉 Building Momentum for the Global Tech-Driven Bioeconomy Recently, a dynamic workshop by World Economic Forum on Accelerating the Tech-Driven Bioeconomy brought together leading voices from academia, government, and industry in Bangalore. Hosted by CCAMP in partnership with KITS, GoK, ABLE, and NextBigLab, the event underscored the immense potential of Karnataka's biotech ecosystem as a global leader. 🌍 Discussions covered diverse topics, including: 📌 The power of long-term investments in science driving innovation, highlighted by CCAMP's robust portfolio of over 500 startups. 📌 Insights into Karnataka's strategic goals for contributing one-third of India's bioeconomy, powered by skilled talent and innovative policies. 📌 The Forum's vision to transition the bioeconomy from concept to actionable outcomes, ensuring transformative impacts on society and the planet. 🌍 The Workshop kicked off with inspiring insights into how India’s early investment in science is positioning the country for global leadership in the bioeconomy. Participants highlighted Karnataka’s significant contributions, with its innovation ecosystem driving transformative biotech solutions and fostering economic growth. #Bioeconomy #TechForGood #wefpartners 💡 At the Workshop, discussions emphasised the importance of clear communication and public engagement to advance biotech innovation and societal adoption of new technologies. The dialogue also highlighted how Karnataka’s policies and talent ecosystem are strategically enhancing R&D, infrastructure, and workforce development to amplify its bioeconomy contributions. 📢 At the Workshop, global and regional perspectives came together to discuss strategies for scaling the bioeconomy for societal and environmental impact. Discussions explored actionable ways to bridge policy, innovation, and public-private partnerships, paving the way for the 2025 WEF bioeconomy framework. World Economic Forum IT BT Department, Karnataka  ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises  Next Big Innovation Labs®  Taslimarif Saiyed, PhD Brynne Stanton Mariia Borsuk Priyank M Kharge  Dr. Ekroop Caur  Parnika Pavanram  K-tech Biotechnology Facilitation Cell Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society Startup Karnataka

Department of E,IT&BT with Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) unveiled Cohort 1 of the Karnataka Startup Advancement Programme (#KSAP) at Bengaluru Tech Summit ! We’re backing 17 innovative startups tackling real-world challenges in skin health, drug discovery, dental care, mosquito control, bioplastics, waste management, and more. KSAP provides these startups with mentorship, expertise, and vital networks to accelerate their path from concept to market. Kudos to the incredible founders! Priyank M Kharge | Dr. Ekroop Caur| Ruchi Bindal | Prashanth Prakash | Kiran Mazumdar Shaw | Kris Gopalakrishnan | Parnika Pavanram | Champa E | Jaikrishna Ramesh | Anurag Singh | Ujani Ghosh | Harish Sugumar | Startup Karnataka |Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) | ARTPARK | Center of Excellence in Cyber Security, Dept. of IT & BT, Govt. of Karnataka | Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) |K-Tech CoE Data Science & AI - NASSCOM | MeitY- nasscom Center of Excellence | Semiconductor Fabless Accelerator Lab (SFAL) | Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre | International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore | K-Tech Innovation Hub,(CIF) powered by IKP | Department of Design and Manufacturing (DM), Indian Institute of Science | ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises | ABAI AVGC | Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA) |

Today at CCAMP, we hosted teams from Denmark's BioInnovation Institute and leading medtech and biotech companies: oasicare: A single-use medical adhesive device that protects vulnerable areas and reduces birth ruptures. Loma Therapeutics: Targeted immunotherapy for HPV-induced cancers. XY Therapeutics: A novel medical treatment for male infertility. Droplet IV: An automatic flushing device for intravenous (IV) lines. HEI Therapeutics : A home-monitoring solution for hypothyroidism. We look forward to fostering collaborations with Denmark to shape the future of healthcare and innovation! Innovation Centre Denmark Bangalore Novo Nordisk Foundation Embassy of Denmark in India Ministry of External Affairs, India Taslimarif Saiyed, PhD Department of Biotechnology