Expert Talk on Government Grants to Boost Institutional Financial Inclusivity
01-December-2025
The Department of Biotechnology, Chandigarh College of Technology, CGC Landran, organized an expert talk titled “From Genes to Fields: Lessons Beyond Research.” The session was delivered by Dr. Prashant Kandwal, Assistant Chief Scientist, R&D Division, Nihon Nohyaku Co. Ltd., Osaka, Japan.
Dr. Kandwal shared valuable insights from his international research journey, highlighting how discoveries made in the lab can be translated into field-level applications with direct benefits for agriculture and society. He emphasized the importance of gene editing, innovations, industry–academia partnerships, and global collaboration in advancing biotechnology research. Students were particularly inspired by his discussion on opportunities beyond research, including career prospects and the importance of practical applications in the agricultural sector.
The event provided an engaging platform for students and faculty to interact with the speaker, with an interactive Q&A session that allowed participants to clarify their queries on research, innovation, and higher education abroad. Overall, the session was highly enriching.