JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)

Bengaluru, 31st July 2026: To bridge the gap between academic discovery and commercial deployment, the School of Allied Healthcare & Sciences (SAHS) partnered with the Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre (BBC) to conduct a comprehensive five-day Hybrid Faculty Development Programme (FDP) from 27 to 31 July 2026. Titled "Industry–Academia Confab: From Ideas to Impact - Strengthening Research Innovation through IPR, Patenting and Grant Writing," the initiative focused on empowering healthcare educators with the practical mechanisms required to translate laboratory research into patented, real-world innovations.

Organised under the leadership of Dr Srividya Shivakumar, Director of SAHS, and coordinated by co-convenors Dr Yasrib Qurishi, Dr Anjana Warrier, and Ms R. Sudha, the five-day intensive workshop brought together academic researchers and industry veterans. The sessions systematically guided participants through every stage of the commercialisation pipeline, including Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), preliminary patentability assessments, navigating international patent databases, and drafting competitive national and international research grant applications.

A major focus of the FDP was addressing the modern research environment through emerging technologies. Specialists delivered practical training on utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) tools ethically for comprehensive literature reviews and proposal structuring. To ground these theoretical principles, technical experts from the Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre led a hands-on patent drafting workshop, where faculty members worked directly on structuring claims, documenting inventions, and preparing documentation for filing.

As healthcare challenges demand faster translation from bench to bedside, the initiative highlights the growing necessity of commercial literacy in higher education. By equipping faculty with specialised skills in patent law, ethical AI application, and grant acquisition, the collaboration reinforces a sustainable research culture designed to turn scientific inquiry into protected, high-impact healthcare solutions.

Bengaluru, 29th July 2026: Honouring the age-old tradition of revering educators, the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB) Club at the School of Sciences hosted "Guru Vandana" on 29 July 2026 to celebrate Guru Purnima. The campus event brought together faculty members, university officials, and students for a cultural showcase dedicated to expressing gratitude towards the teaching community while celebrating India's rich heritage.

The programme opened with student representatives extending a warm welcome to faculty members, followed by an invocation involving a melodious Ganesh Vandana and an inaugural dance performance. Addressing the audience as Guest of Honour, Dr Ramesh K. V. from the Department of Biotechnology and Genetics highlighted the enduring relevance of the guru-shishya (teacher-disciple) relationship, encouraging students to cultivate humility, personal discipline, and a lifelong commitment to learning.

Cultural expressions remained central to the day's proceedings, featuring expressively choreographed dance routines dedicated to educators. A key highlight was the Traditional Attire Cultural Walk, where faculty members stepped onto the stage showcasing the vibrant diversity of Indian traditional wear. Outstanding representations were recognised with Best Traditional Attire Awards, drawing enthusiastic applause from the student audience. The event also featured a nostalgic retrospective presentation, capturing memorable moments from past celebrations.

The celebration concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by EBSB Nodal Officer, Dr Rakhi K. Shah, who commended the student volunteers, faculty, and leadership for fostering campus community spirit. By bridging cultural traditions with modern campus life, the initiative reinforced the EBSB Club's broader mission of promoting national integration, mutual respect, and strong interpersonal bonds between educators and students.

Bengaluru, 26th July 2026: Commemorating the bravery and selflessness of India’s armed forces, the NCC cadets of 2A/5 COY observed Kargil Vijay Diwas at the Jayanagar Campus on 26 July 2026. Organised to mark the anniversary of India's victory in the Kargil War and pay homage to its fallen heroes, the event brought together students, faculty, and staff for a moving evening of tribute and remembrance.

The central feature of the observance was a disciplined candlelight vigil coordinated entirely by the student cadets. As evening fell, participants lit candles and observed a solemn moment of silence, reflecting on the courage, endurance, and dedication of the soldiers who defended the nation’s sovereignty. The quiet ceremony highlighted the deep sense of respect, unity, and civic consciousness fostered within the National Cadet Corps.

Faculty and non-teaching staff joined the cadets to pay their respects, creating a shared campus moment of gratitude and collective reflection. Guiding and encouraging the cadets throughout the proceedings, Associate NCC Officer (ANO) Lt Nikunj P. Trivedi emphasised the vital role young citizens play in upholding the legacy of service and integrity demonstrated by the armed forces.

The observance concluded with the cadets renewing their dedication to the core NCC values of discipline, leadership, and selfless service. Beyond a formal commemoration, the vigil served as a poignant reminder of national duty, inspiring the student body to honour the sacrifices of the military through personal integrity and active contribution to society.