St Xavier’s College to Host ‘Crossroads in Biotechnology 2026’, Bringing Together Leading Scientists

The Postgraduate and Research Department of Biotechnology at St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata, is set to organise Crossroads in Biotechnology 2026, a one-day symposium exploring how interdisciplinary research can address emerging challenges in healthcare, agriculture, sustainability and biotechnology.

The symposium will bring together experts from diverse scientific fields, including bioengineering, cancer biology, regenerative plant biology, neuroscience, immunology and translational biotechnology. It aims to encourage dialogue and collaboration among researchers working at the intersection of different disciplines to develop innovative solutions to pressing global challenges.

Among the internationally acclaimed scientists featured at the event are Prof. Suman Chakraborty, Prof. Debabrata Biswas, Prof. Dipyaman Ganguly and Prof. Abhishek Bhattacharya. Their research spans areas that highlight the importance of integrating engineering, molecular biology, computational science, genomics and medicine to advance scientific understanding and develop practical solutions.

Discussions at the symposium will explore the potential of interdisciplinary approaches in developing affordable healthcare solutions, advancing precision cancer therapeutics, and improving understanding of immune responses and neural functioning. The event will also highlight how emerging techniques and technologies can be applied to address evolving scientific and societal challenges.

The symposium holds particular significance as the Department of Biotechnology marks two decades of academic and research excellence. Over the years, the department has emphasised the importance of integrating diverse scientific disciplines to promote holistic learning and research.

Through Crossroads in Biotechnology 2026, the department seeks to carry this legacy forward by fostering curiosity, critical thinking, collaboration and scientific responsibility among young researchers. The event is expected to serve not only as a platform for scientific exchange but also as a reflection of the department’s journey and its commitment to shaping the future of biotechnology research.