The CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI), Lucknow, celebrated National Technology Day 2024 on 14 May 2024 day by holding the translational research series lecture, releasing its annual report and distributing certificates to innovators for patent filing, award and technology transfer for the year. Dr Shinjini Bhatnagar, Distinguished Professor and a physician-scientist from Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), Faridabad, graced the occasion as Chief Guest.

Dr Shinjini Bhatnagar delivered a captivating lecture on “Research from Evidence to Clinical Practice and Policy; Identifying Priorities Early” and emphasised the critical importance of translating research findings into actionable clinical practices and policies.

She said biomedical sciences and technology are the key to interpreting the complexity of our lives. She also talked about the improvement made in WHO Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) in India with the optimum glucose concentration. Her talk also focused on maternal and child health, a key determinant of a healthy society. She also informed about GARBH-Ini (interdisciplinary Group for Advance Research on Birth Outcome) initiative of DBT India. This secondary care hospital based pregnancy cohort collects pregnant women’s medical data to help in early disease detection.

Dr Bhatnagar’s insightful discourse shed light on the crucial role of early identification of research priorities in shaping the healthcare landscape. Her expertise and invaluable insights left the audience inspired and enlightened.

The event also witnessed the release of the institute’s annual report for 2023-2024, showcasing the remarkable strides made in drug research and development.

Furthermore, Dr Radha Rangarajan congratulated and felicitated the inventors who have pioneered new technologies and developed groundbreaking patents, underscoring CSIR-CDRI’s commitment to innovation and advancement in the pharmaceutical domain. CSIR-CDRI felicitated the technology transfer teams who contributed to recent successful technology transfers to Industries. The institute also recognised the efforts of the inventors for their contributions in filing and granting patents.

In closing, Dr Manoj Barthwal, Chairperson of the event, extended the vote of thanks to all participants, speakers, and attendees for their valuable contributions and active participation in making the National Technology Day celebration a resounding success.