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Source-This post on BFI Biome Virtual Network Program has been created based on the article “C-CAMP joins BFI Biome Virtual Network Program to accelerate transformative healthcare solutions” published in “The Hindu” on 22 April 2024.
Why in the news?
Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) has joined the Blockchain for Impact (BFI) Biome Virtual Network Program to speed up healthcare advancements through biomedical innovation.
About BFI Biome Virtual Network Program
Objective-To support advanced biomedical science and innovation and speed up the impact of significant scientific breakthroughs to tackle healthcare issues in India
Features-
1) It’s working on many important biomedical innovations, including infectious disease tests, fighting drug resistance, cell therapy for cancer, regenerative tissues, and digital health technology, among others.
2) It brings together incubators and research institutes to encourage collaboration in transforming research into real-world solutions.
Funding-BFI will allocate more than $200,000 over three years. It will leverage C-CAMP’s knowledge to create important programs for healthcare startups.
What is C-CAMP?
Description-It is an initiative supported by the Department of Biotechnology under the Ministry of Science. Since 2009, it has been a driving force behind advanced research and innovation in life sciences.
Mandate-It is mandated to promote entrepreneurship and innovation.
Significance-It has encouraged an entrepreneur-friendly atmosphere in academic and research settings by supporting startups through seed funding programs.
Read more–Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council
UPSC Syllabus-Science & Technology.
