Introduction

Karnataka has a rich and evolving landscape of science communication in the Kannada language, supported by institutions such as the Karnataka Science and Technology Academy (KSTA) and the Karnataka Rajya Vijnana Parishat (KRVP). Over several decades, these organizations have worked to foster scientific temper and literacy across the state through Kannada-language publications, outreach activities, and public science events. Annual science conferences, school interaction programmes, and community initiatives have helped carry scientific ideas to diverse audiences, including rural and semi-urban communities.

Yet, despite these strong foundations, a significant gap remains between advanced scientific research and its dissemination in Kannada. While popular science magazines and lectures exist, the translation of complex, frontier-level research, especially in fields such as biotechnology, physics, and chemistry, into accessible Kannada content is still limited. This calls for greater participation from higher research institutes to enrich the Kannada science ecosystem with credible, research-informed, and culturally relevant resources.

In this context, the Institute of Bioinformatics and Applied Biotechnology (IBAB) seeks to contribute meaningfully to the ongoing efforts by bridging scientific knowledge with public understanding through the medium of Kannada.

Relevance to IBAB’s Silver Jubilee Celebrations

The Silver Jubilee Celebration of IBAB marks twenty-five years of excellence in research, education, and innovation in life sciences and bioinformatics. As the institute reflects on its journey and societal impact, the event “ವಿಜ್ಞಾನ: ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ, ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ (Science in Karnataka, in Kannada)” exemplifies IBAB’s vision of inclusive scientific engagement.

This initiative aligns with the institute’s commitment to democratising science, i.e., making science accessible not only to researchers and students but also to the Kannada-speaking community that forms the cultural fabric of the state. By hosting panel discussions and collaborative dialogues in Kannada, IBAB acknowledges that scientific inquiry transcends linguistic boundaries and that knowledge truly thrives when shared in the language of the people.

Through this event, IBAB extends its scientific legacy beyond laboratories and classrooms—celebrating its 25th year by reaffirming its social responsibility to promote science for all, in the language of all.

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