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The Atal Incubation Centre – Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (AIC-CCMB), a leading bio-incubator based in Hyderabad, has entered into a partnership with Thermo Fisher Scientific. This collaboration involves outfitting AIC-CCMB’s advanced Centre for Innovation with the latest technology to empower scientists in startups to advance their research skills and business prowess.
Dr. Madhusudhana Rao, CEO of AIC-CCMB, remarked on the partnership, stating, “As a major hub supporting startups in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology, AIC-CCMB is committed to nurturing an environment conducive to innovation. Our partnership with Thermo Fisher Scientific equips startups to accelerate their research and hasten the market arrival of their innovations.”
Thermo Fisher has provided the Centre for Innovation with top-tier equipment such as the CellInsight™ CX7 LZR Pro High Content Screening Platform, KingFisherTM Flex automated nucleic purification system, EVOSTM M7000 imaging system, as well as essential laboratory freezers, refrigerators, and thermal cyclers. These technologies are designed to bolster efforts in research, drug discovery, and assay development across molecular biology, protein biology, cell biology, and cell analysis.
Srinath Venkatesh, Managing Director of India & South Asia at Thermo Fisher Scientific, highlighted the role of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) by the Government of India in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. He expressed pride in Thermo Fisher’s role in supporting the setup of these Centres for Innovation, aiding startups across the country to grow and thrive.
About Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is a global leader in science services, boasting annual revenues exceeding $40 billion. The company supports customers across various scientific challenges, from accelerating research and enhancing laboratory productivity to improving patient health and manufacturing transformative therapies. Thermo Fisher’s extensive portfolio includes renowned brands such as Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Fisher Scientific. For more information, visit https://www.thermofisher.com/.
