Media Release

Udupi, Aug 9: The International Conference on Translational Research and Application of Biophotonics (ICTRB 2023) organized by the Manipal OPTICA Student Chapter of Manipal School of Life Sciences (MSLS), MAHE, Manipal, was inaugurated at MSLS on August 4 by Lt Gen (Dr) M D Venkatesh, vice chancellor of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), and Dr Fu-Jen Kao, distinguished professor from National Yang-Ming Chiao Tung University, Taiwan, in the presence of Dr B S Satish Rao, director of research, MAHE and director of MSLS, MAHE.

The dignitaries declared the conference open by a symbolic lighting of lamp, followed by unveiling of the ‘Abstract Corpus’ by Lt Gen (Dr) M D Venkatesh which encompasses the diverse perspectives that ICTRB 2023 aims to explore and promote. In his inaugural address, he encouraged the attendees to capitalize on this unique opportunity, highlighting the presence of esteemed speakers who are contributing their insights to the conference.

Prof Fu-Jen Kao, released the 'OPTICA Compendium', a comprehensive journey of the Manipal OPTICA Student Chapter. He delivered an enlightening address, emphasizing the pivotal role of international collaboration in advancing biophotonics research and applications. Earlier, Dr K K Mahato, professor and head of the department of biophysics, MSLS welcomed the delegates. Dr Nirmal Mazumder, assistant professor, Department of Biophysics, MSLS proposed the vote of the thanks.

The conference runs until August 5 bringing together leading researchers, scholars, and experts around the globe in a platform engaging the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and experiences, fostering collaborations and innovation in the scientific fields under the broad umbrella of biophotonics.