The Hindu–VIT Conclave explores advances in biotechnology and healthcare

The Hindu–VIT Conclave 2026, hosted by VIT Chennai in partnership with The Hindu, brought together experts across academia, research, and investment to discuss advancements in biotechnology and healthcare.

The session on technology application explored its use in medical education, healthcare, biobanking, and neuroinformatics. A second session focused on gene editing and precision medicine, highlighting their potential to better understand and manage diseases.

A panel addressing India’s position as a global biopharma hub covered drug discovery, new anti-infective therapies, and the role biotech firms and academic institutions play in driving research and innovation. Panelists also examined the ecosystem needed to support drug development in India.