Karnataka’s  Department of Information Technology, Bio-Technology and Science & Technology,  Vision Group on Biotechnology and MM Activ Sci-Tech Communications have announced that the 11th edition of the annual  ‘Bangalore India Bio 2011’ will be held from May 4 to May 6, 2011 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) on Tumkur Road, Bangalore. The theme of the event is ‘biotech for improving the quality of life’ in the areas of Biopharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, BioMedical Technology, Bio Business, Bio Collaborations and Industrial BioTechnology.

Making the announcement, Ashok Kumar C Manoli, principal secretary to Karnataka Department of IT, Biotechnology and S&T, said that the three-day event is recognized as one of the largest biotech events in Asia and has a positive impact on the industry.

“The event has positioned India as one of the top destinations for biotech R&D, bio-services and market for end-products. The global biotech industry's response over the years is a proof of its popularity.  India is an important destination for the biotech industry worldwide. Bangalore India Bio plays a major role in business development for India in the global biotech arena and has entrenched itself as a hub for innovations & collaborations,” he added.

This year’s show would be a platform for the international biotech companies to connect with leaders in India’s Life Sciences Industry, besides policy makers and regulators and biotech states. ” he added.

The 11th edition will have an International Exhibition, Multi-Track Conference, BioPartnering India, CEO Conclave, Bio-IP Zone, Poster Session, BioQuiz and the Bio- Excellence Awards Function. Over 170 exhibitors, 1000 delegates and over 5000 business visitors from across the world and India are expected to participate in the event. Countries expected to participate are USA, Canada, UK, France, Chile, Cuba, Mexico, Germany, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, China, Korea & UAE.

The CEO Conclave is an exclusive gathering of CEOs, R&D Heads, Policy-makers, Venture Capitalists and Investment Bankers. After the success of the Bio-IP Zone initiative last year, this year it will enable leading IP firms to come to address issues like Licensing, Valuation, Patents, Trademarks & Copyright. Bio Excellence Awards, Exhibitor Awards and Poster Awards will be presented during the programme.  Poster Session – ‘Walkway of Discovery’ will provide an opportunity to present innovative ideas, which have the potential to make a significant impact in the field of biotechnology. A  state-level  BioQuiz, introduced last year attracted 128 students from 64 colleges across Karnataka and this year more participants are expected, stated the organizers.

Last year’s event had 366 delegates, 219 companies from 25 countries. Over 800 meetings were facilitated for not only start-ups but established pharma and biotech companies.