"I urge our scientists and engineers to innovate solutions in nanotechnology for critical areas such as food and energy security, water purification, healthcare, and waste management. Addressing the challenges posed by urbanization and environmental hazards requires robust international collaboration and a strong link between academia, industry, and research to advance this promising technology for the benefit of humanity," he said in his inaugural address.
“I take this opportunity to invite our young entrepreneurs to seize the opportunity to establish their new ventures in the state based on the collaboration and co-operations with the visionary leaders and experts,” he added.
The event is expected to host several workshops held by startups on healthcare, semiconductors showcasing innovations in these fields through various offerings. The aim of the state government is to turn Bengaluru into a nano-tech hub.
The Conference focused on key topics like ‘Nano in Climate’, presented by Dr. Rajeevan Madhavan Nair, Former Secretary of the Ministry of Earth Science and Vice Chancellor of Atria University; Prof. Vinayak Sinha, IISER Mohali and Dr. Christian George, Deputy Director at IRCELYON, France; ‘Nano in Healthcare’ presented by Prof. Dhirendra Katti, Director of IIT Goa and many others.
