Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine

Reminder: Applications for Summer Research Fellowship (SuRF) 2026 close on 1 March. Hurry and apply now!

For more info, visit: https://surf.instem.res.in

Department of Biotechnology, India
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Calling all UG/PG students!

BRIC-inStem is back with another edition of our Summer Research Fellowship ( ) 2026.

If you’re a student considering a career in research, this program is for you! Get a chance to work on a research project for 10 weeks in one of our labs this summer.

Hurry! Applications close on 1 March 2026, 11:59 pm. For more info and eligibility criteria, scan the QR below or visit: https://surf.instem.res.in

Department of Biotechnology, India
Bric Dbt

We are pleased to announce the 2nd edition of Workshop on Transmission Electron Microscopy: Exploring TEM and Cryo-TEM Techniques organised in collaboration with our Blisc India partners.
This workshop offers expert lectures, hands-on tutorials and demos on our state-of-the-art TEM and Cryo-EM platforms.

Date: 7th to 9th April, 2026
Deadline to register: 22nd February 2026
Register here: https://forms.gle/LXsLaHNDoxC673NdA or scan QR below

Department of Biotechnology, India
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National Centre for Biological Sciences - NCBS
Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms

Calling all UG/PG students!

BRIC-inStem is back with another edition of our Summer Research Fellowship ( ) 2026.

If you’re a student considering a career in research, this program is for you! Get a chance to work on a research project for 10 weeks in one of our labs this summer.

Hurry! Applications close on 1 March 2026, 11:59 pm. For more info and eligibility criteria, scan the QR below or visit: https://surf.instem.res.in

Department of Biotechnology, India
Bric Dbt

Hon’ble Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, emphasises that the Union Budget 2026–27 positions as a catalyst for India’s role in the next industrial revolution. With a ₹10,000-crore outlay, the initiative will take India beyond conventional pharmaceuticals into advanced biologics, biosimilars and medical devices, scaling indigenous, cost-effective biomanufacturing.

The Hon’ble Minister also highlights the ₹20,000-crore support for technologies, underscoring the role of biotech-enabled clean solutions in enabling industrial growth aligned with sustainability and circular economy principles.

Read more: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2221778®=3&lang=1&v=3



BRIC DBT
BRIC - National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India | National Brain Research Centre | BRIC-National Institute of Immunology | BRIC - CDFDCDFD | BRIC-National Institute of Animal Biotechnology- NIAB| DBT-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology |BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute | International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | BRIC - National Centre for Cell Science |Dbt-Ibsd

The Union Budget 2026–27 marks a strong science-led push with and technologies at its core.

By advancing biomanufacturing beyond conventional pharmaceuticals and scaling clean, climate-resilient industrial solutions, the Budget lays the foundation for Bharat’s emergence as a global hub for innovation-driven, sustainable and high-technology manufacturing.

Read more: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2221778®=3&lang=1&v=3



Dr Jitendra Singh
BRIC DBT
BRIC - National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India | National Brain Research Centre | BRIC-National Institute of Immunology| BRIC - CDFD | BRIC-National Institute of Animal Biotechnology- NIAB| DBT-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology|BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute | International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | BRIC - National Centre for Cell Science |Dbt-Ibsd

It’s GO TIME!

The D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge is OPEN for 4th Month!

Bring your boldest ideas for a better bio-future!

From school students to startups—your ideas can shape Bharat’s bio-future.

⏳ Deadlines:
•⁠ ⁠Category 1 - School Students (VI–XII): 20th February, 5:30 PM
Apply: https://lnkd.in/g8v7t5VP

•⁠ ⁠Category 2 - Students, Researchers, Innovators, and Startups: 20th February, midnight
Apply: https://lnkd.in/g386U7dm

✉️ Email queries at: [email protected]



Dr Jitendra Singh
BRIC DBT
BRIC - National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India | National Brain Research Centre | BRIC-National Institute of Immunology | BRIC - CDFD | BRIC-National Institute of Animal Biotechnology- NIAB | DBT-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology |BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute | International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | BRIC - National Centre for Cell Science

The D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge continues to inspire young innovators across Bharat to build circular, clean & sustainable biotech solutions.

We’re delighted to announce the 10 Winning Solutions (Category 2 | Nov 2025) — each set to receive a ₹1 Lakh cash prize and encouraged to submit a full proposal to BIRAC within 3 months for an RDI grant of up to ₹25 Lakhs.

Congratulations to all achievers for their outstanding innovation and commitment to ’s vision for a healthier, sustainable Bharat.

A big thank you to every participant—your ideas reflect the future of India’s biotech innovation. Keep creating, keep innovating!



Dr Jitendra Singh
BRIC DBT
BRIC - National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India | National Brain Research Centre| BRIC-National Institute of Immunology | BRIC - CDFD | BRIC-National Institute of Immunology | BRIC-National Institute of Animal Biotechnology- NIAB | DBT-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology | BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute| International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi| Regional Centre for Biotechnology | BRIC - National Centre for Cell Science

Thank you for the overwhelming response to the
D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge – 3rd Month!

With 155 students in Category 1 and 566 innovators in Category 2, this journey of innovation continues.

Join us again in the next cycle as we design solutions for a sustainable bio-economy.



Dr Jitendra Singh
BRIC DBT
BRIC - National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India | National Brain Research Centre | BRIC-National Institute of Immunology | BRIC - CDFD | BRIC-National Institute of Animal Biotechnology- NIAB | DBT-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology | BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute | International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi | Regional Centre for Biotechnology | BRIC - National Centre for Cell Science

📢 Important Update | EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowships (Autumn 2026 Onwards)

The European Molecular Biology Organization ( excellence in life sciences) has announced key updates to its Postdoctoral Fellowship scheme, effective from the Autumn 2026 Selection Round (applications submitted after 23 January 2026, 14:00 CET):

🔹 One candidate per host lab per selection round
🔹 Spring round deadline revised: Fourth Friday of January (from 2026)
🔹 Eligibility expanded: First-author refereed preprints are now accepted as equivalent to publications

🔗 Apply & learn more:
https://embo.org/funding/fellowships-grants-and-career-support/postdoctoral-fellowships/



Dr Jitendra Singh
BRIC DBT
BRIC - National Institute of Plant Genome Research, India | National Brain Research Centre | BRIC-National Institute of Immunology | BRIC - CDFD | BRIC-National Institute of Animal Biotechnology- NIAB| BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute | International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi| Regional Centre for Biotechnology | Dbt-Ibsd