Bio-NEST IASST

On April 24, 2026, BioNEST-IASST conducted an Entrepreneurship Awareness Program at Assam Don Bosco University, Tepesia, Guwahati, to encourage students to explore entrepreneurship as a rewarding career option and contribute to economic growth.
The program saw active participation from 69 students and faculty members from science departments, who showed strong interest in entrepreneurial opportunities.
Ms. Fahrina Akhtara, Manager of BioNEST – IASST shared insights into the entrepreneurial ecosystem and the role of incubators like BioNEST-IASST in supporting startups. The event concluded with Ms. Tribeni Das, representative of BRACE-IASST, highlighting IASST’s initiatives for SC/ST and underprivileged communities, along with a special internship program for SC/ST students.

Department of Science and Technology, Government of India | Department of Biotechnology, India | DBT-Birac | Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology | Assam Don Bosco University | Ashis K. Mukherjee | Devasish Chowdhury | ẞålå Âs Îs
Fahrina Akhtara

On January 2, 2026, BioNEST – IASST hosted an exposure visit for 31 members of the P.G. Department of Life Sciences, Digboi College (Autonomous), Tinsukia, Assam. This group included students, teachers, and staff. The purpose of the visit was to provide students with hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of biological sciences, biodiversity, instrumentation, and the startup ecosystem, as well as entrepreneurial opportunities in the biotechnology sector.

During the visit, students had the chance to interact with the Manager of BioNEST, where they presented their startup ideas. They explored the facility and learned about various entrepreneurial opportunities, including the different machinery and infrastructure available at BioNEST - IASST.
Department of Biotechnology, India | Dr Jitendra Singh | DBT-Birac | Abhay Karandikar | CMO Assam | Ashis K. Mukherjee | ẞålå Âs Îs | DIGBOI COLLEGE | Fahrina Akhtara