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Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA)

Shaping The Future of Biotechnology Together

Where Biotech Minds Meet, Collaborate, and Lead

FABA Upcoming Events

Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA) hosts a wide range of impactful events – from global biotech summits and leadership forums to expert panel discussions and student conclaves. Our events bring together industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and aspiring professionals to foster collaboration, exchange ideas, and drive innovation. Stay connected, stay inspired.

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Drug Discovery & Development Workshop

28-31 August 2025
University of Hyderabad

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Submit Abstract – Drug Discovery & Development Workshop

28-31 August 2025
University of Hyderabad

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Life Sciences Innovation Cluster Meet

23rd August 2025
Pune, Mumbai

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Submit Abstract – Life Sciences Innovation Cluster Meet

23rd August 2025
Pune, Mumbai

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Foundations In Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Cell Culture & Soft Skills

8 Sep – 8 Oct 2025
Agri Biotech Foundation, Rajendra Nagar, Hyderabad

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Dr. Yellapragada Subbarow FABA Young Innovator Award 2025

Last Date to apply:
10th August 2025

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Dr. Yellapragada Subbarow FABA Award for Doctoral Students in Life Sciences 2025

Last Date to apply:
10th August 2025

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FABA Lifetime Achievement Award

Dr. Deepanwita Chattopadhyay

Recognizing a distinguished career of transformative contributions to biotechnology and life sciences

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Dr. BS Bajaj Memorial FABA Excellence Award –

Dr. Satyendra Mangruthia

Agricultural Biotechnology Innovation
Groundbreaking Achievement: Development of genome-edited rice, advancing food security through precision agriculture and sustainable crop improvement.

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Young Innovator Award – Rs. 5,00,000

Dr. Pankti Ganatra

Advanced 3D Printing Platforms for Personalized Medicines & Nutraceuticals
Revolutionary on-demand medicine manufacturing through pharmaceutical-grade 3D printing technology.

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Doctoral Student Awards – Rs. 1,00,000

Srinivas Duvvada | University of Hyderabad

Next-Generation Vaccine Strategies using Extracellular Vesicles
Needle-free, oral vaccines using engineered OMVs for enhanced global accessibility.

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Doctoral Student Awards – Rs. 1,00,000

Dr. Shantanu Sen | IIT Kanpur

Chemically Modified Human Insulin for Enhanced Therapy
Thermostable, multifunctional insulin analogs for resource-limited settings.

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Doctoral Student Awards – Rs. 1,00,000

Ms. Pooja Sawant | ICT Mumbai

Advanced 3D In Vitro Lung Models for Drug Development
Human-relevant alternatives to animal testing through innovative organ-on-chip platforms.

About FABA

The Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA):

Advancing Global Biotechnology Through Collaboration and Innovation

Founded in 2005, FABA is a non-profit global platform uniting the biotechnology community to catalyse innovation, education, and enterprise. Officially registered as a society during BioAsia 2005 in Hyderabad, FABA continues to bridge ecosystems for the advancement of biotechnology.

FABA Impact

From Regional Roots to Global Reach

FABA’s achievements are measured in lives transformed, innovations empowered, and ecosystems built.

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FABA: Core Pillars of Progress

Strengthening Biotech Through Focused Action

FABA’s core pillars – Innovation, Collaboration, Education, and Policy Engagement—drive our mission to strengthen the biotech ecosystem. These pillars shape our initiatives and create a 360° model for growth, enabling meaningful impact across academia, industry, and government.

Policy Making

We work with government bodies to shape regulatory and policy frameworks that accelerate biotech innovation while ensuring ethics and societal benefit.

Industry Academia Connector

We bridge the gap between science and industry through tech transfer, specialized training, leadership exchange, and strategic collaboration.

Skilling & Training

We empower talent through practical learning, biotech courses, drug discovery workshops, and Finishing Schools, developing professionals for the evolving biotech landscape.

Entrepreneurship

We transform scientific breakthroughs into market-ready ventures through comprehensive support systems designed for the unique challenges of biotechnology startups.

Serving the Biotech Ecosystem

From Aspiring Learners To Industry Leaders and Policymakers

FABA is a global network connecting stakeholders across the biotechnology ecosystem in 22+ countries. Headquartered in Hyderabad, we are committed to advancing innovation, education, policy transformation, and entrepreneurship in the life sciences.

“FABA is not just a platform — it’s a launchpad for ideas, careers, and global collaboration”

Join FABA Membership

Join a global biotech community and unlock exclusive benefits, insights, and opportunities to advance your journey in the life sciences sector.

Our Strategic Initiatives

From Ideas to Impact

From BioAsia to FABA Academy and Whale Tank to Finishing Schools – a journey of purpose-driven progress.

Innovation Cluster Meet

An event fostering collaboration and innovation in life sciences and biotechnology, bringing together stakeholders from academia, industry, and government.

FABA Whale Tank

Our flagship investment platform, empowers biotech startups with mentoring, regulatory support, and investor access to accelerate innovation and scale globally.

FABA Finishing School

Our finishing schools and certifications bridge the gap between academics and industry, keeping professionals ahead in the dynamic biotechnology space.

FABA Awards

Honoring Excellence in Biotechnology by recognizing innovation, leadership, and contributions to life sciences, celebrating those shaping the future of global healthcare.

FABA Academy

Through FABA Academy, we’ve trained thousands of students in biotechnology, helping them with practical skills and industry insights to build successful careers.

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Access a rich collection of curated resources, publications, research insights, and educational materials designed to empower students, researchers, startups, and industry professionals in the biotechnology ecosystem.

07/02/2025

White Paper on AMR and State Action Plans in India

07/21/2025

The Future Is Green: Plants As Cutting-edge Solutions

07/21/2025

The AI Revolution in Pharma & Healthcare

Best Delegation Award, presented by Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, Former Vice President of India

Name: Ms. Hema Shree

Role: Member of Parliament

Event Context: In connection with the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference, New Delhi

"Agriculture and Uncertainties are conjoined twin now a days"

This is the reality of Indian farming. 86% of our farmers are small and marginal, cultivating less than 2 hectares. They till less than 50% of total farmland yet produce over 50% of our food grains. And yet, their average monthly income is just ₹10,218 (NSO 2022) — barely enough to sustain a family.

We must confront two pressing gaps:

Hidden hunger and malnutrition affecting over 70% of women and children.
Inequitable access to technology and government schemes among small and marginal farmers.

We must focus on inclusive, innovation-driven, and farmer-centric policies.

Here are the 3 policies that I submit to honourable chair to pass as a resolution:

Policy 1: Kisan Ola (Farmer Mobility & Market Access)

Just as urban citizens have taxi aggregators, farmers too deserve access to shared transport and machinery.
Introduce “Kisan Ola” hubs for equipment rentals and farm-to-market transport.
Farmers can directly reach markets, reduce dependence on middlemen, and earn higher margins.
Integrate with PM Gati Shakti to link villages with mandi networks and also strengthening primary processing centres.

Policy 2: Integrated Nutri-Crops (Bio fortified & Indigenous)

Train farmers in nutrient-rich, biofortified crop cultivation (iron millet, zinc wheat, vitamin A sweet potato, Moringa, Millets ).
Launch strategic extension activities to strengthen indigenous knowledge and traditional organic farming practices, blending them with modern research for holistic nutrition.
Provide subsidised seeds and promote low-chemical, sustainable farming to ensure better health and market appeal.

Policy 3: FPO Strengthening & Value Supply Chain

Encourage small farmers to form Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) for collective bargaining and branding. Integrate value supply chain management — from aggregation, storage, processing, to retail — so farmers capture more profit at every stage.Promote FPO produce with unique branding and tags (e.g., GI-based certification).Establish regional export hubs to meet standards and regulatory compliances, enabling FPOs to participate in domestic and global trade.
These three strategies — mobility, nutrition, and collective strength — can transform Indian agriculture. They tackle malnutrition, improve farmer income, and align with our vision of sustainable, resilient farming.

Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA)

Shaping The Future of Biotechnology Together

Where Biotech Minds Meet, Collaborate, and Lead

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About FABA

The Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA):

Advancing Global Biotechnology Through Collaboration and Innovation

FABA Impact

From Regional Roots to Global Reach

Events, Workshops & Seminars

FABA: Core Pillars of Progress

Strengthening Biotech Through Focused Action

Policy Making

Industry Academia Connector

Skilling & Training

Entrepreneurship

Serving the Biotech Ecosystem

From Aspiring Learners To Industry Leaders and Policymakers

Join FABA Membership

Our Strategic Initiatives

From Ideas to Impact

Innovation Cluster Meet

FABA Whale Tank

FABA Finishing School

FABA Awards

FABA Academy

FABA Knowledge Hub

Explore. Learn. Lead.Access a rich collection of curated resources, publications, research insights, and educational materials designed to empower students, researchers, startups, and industry professionals in the biotechnology ecosystem.

White Paper on AMR and State Action Plans in India

The Future Is Green: Plants As Cutting-edge Solutions

The AI Revolution in Pharma & Healthcare

Strengthening Indian Agricultural research and policy for food and nutritional security and doubling farmers income

Best Delegation Award, presented by Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, Former Vice President of India

Name: Ms. Hema ShreeRole: Member of Parliament Event Context: In connection with the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference, New Delhi

"Agriculture and Uncertainties are conjoined twin now a days"

We must confront two pressing gaps:

We must focus on inclusive, innovation-driven, and farmer-centric policies.

Policy 1: Kisan Ola (Farmer Mobility & Market Access)

Policy 2: Integrated Nutri-Crops (Bio fortified & Indigenous)

Policy 3: FPO Strengthening & Value Supply Chain

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Explore. Learn. Lead.
Access a rich collection of curated resources, publications, research insights, and educational materials designed to empower students, researchers, startups, and industry professionals in the biotechnology ecosystem.

Name: Ms. Hema Shree

Role: Member of Parliament

Event Context: In connection with the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference, New Delhi