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Thiruvananthapuram, May 11 (IANS) The CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST) on Monday transformed the National Technology Day into a major industry research interface, bringing together scientists, entrepreneurs, industrialists, startups and technology partners for a day-long technofest cum customer meet that highlighted the growing push towards innovation-led development and commercialisation of indigenous technologies.Held at the institute’s sprawling c…

Thiruvananthapuram, April 16 (IANS) In a key leadership transition at one of India’s premier biotechnology institutions, the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB) has appointed noted scientist Dr Beena Pillai as its new Director.The appointment, approved by the Appointments Committee of the Union Cabinet, is for a five-year term.Functioning under the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council of the Department of Biotechnology, BRIC-RGCB plays a crucial national role in advancing …