IBAB Silver Jubilee Celebrations

Celebrating 25 years of vision, discovery and excellence

The Institute of Bioinformatics and Applied Biotechnology (IBAB) marks a significant milestone – 25 years of leading contributions to bioinformatics, genomics, synthetic biology, and interdisciplinary innovation. Established in 2001 with a bold vision to bridge the gap between academic research and industry needs in Karnataka’s and India’s burgeoning biotechnology sector, IBAB has steadily evolved into a nationally respected and globally connected centre of excellence.

From its inception, IBAB has remained steadfast in its mission: to foster cutting-edge research, offer industry-aligned education, and cultivate a new generation of scientists, innovators, and leaders. Over the past two and a half decades, the institute has:
 - Trained hundreds of bio-scientists, many of whom now serve in pivotal roles across academia, industry, and entrepreneurship in India and abroad.
 - Published high-impact research across genomics, computational biology, synthetic biology, and more.
 - Established strategic partnerships with top-tier institutions and biotech companies globally.
 - Emerged as a hub for interdisciplinary research, combining data science, biotechnology, and innovation in one of India’s most dynamic ecosystems, Bengaluru.
 
Twenty five years is not merely a number, it is a testament! A testament to the farsightedness of the Vision Group of Biotechnology Karnataka who founded IBAB, to the faculty who transformed it into a centre of excellence, and to the students, alumni, and collaborators who shaped its ever-growing impact. Through the Silver Jubilee Celebrations, we commemorate a quarter-century of institutional evolution, reaffirm our enduring mission, and collectively envision a future shaped by continued excellence and innovation.
 
We invite students, alumni, researchers, and the broader public to join us in a dynamic series of events celebrating IBAB’s contributions to the world of life sciences.
  • Kickoff Event – August 6, 2025

Inaugural Lecture by Prof. Thangaraj (CSIR-CCMB, Hyderabad)

Join us as we launch the Silver Jubilee Celebrations with a keynote by a leading figure in Indian genomics and human diversity studies, Prof. K. Thangaraj, Joint National Coordinator of GenomeIndia. Click here for the abstract.

  • Monthly Half-Day Symposium Series Explore cutting-edge research from IBAB and beyond. These thematic symposia will highlight key advancements in life sciences and interdisciplinary innovation.
  • Science Day in Kannada An outreach initiative celebrating science communication in Kannada. This event promotes accessibility and regional engagement with science and technology.
  • Career Day A networking event bringing together industry experts, scientists, entrepreneurs, and IBAB alumni to guide students on diverse career paths in life sciences.
  • IBAB Research Symposium A platform for IBAB’s students and faculty to showcase their ongoing research and foster collaborative dialogue within the community.
  • Science Open House Open to the public, especially school- and college-goers, this event invites inquisitive minds to experience science first-hand through demonstrations, interactive experiments, exhibitions, and lab visits.
  • Alumni Day A celebration of IBAB’s alumni network, this is the perfect opportunity for fellow IBAB graduates to reconnect, share experiences, and explore collaborative opportunities.
  • Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (KMS) Lecture Our flagship annual lecture, featuring a globally renowned scientist. Past speakers include Nobel Laureates and leaders in biomedical research.
  • Sports Week Promoting team spirit and wellness, the campus will host a week of friendly competitions and sports activities.
  • The IBAB Foundation Day The culminating event of the semester, a celebration of IBAB’s journey and IBABians, with reflections, recognitions, and future visions.

Last updated: Jul 19, 2025