BioGoa 2008 looks at natural textile solutions

25/02/2008

The second BioGoa seminar, ‘Entrepreneurship and Technologies in Biotechnology is to take place March 1 in Panaji, Goa.

The aim of the event – which is is being organised by the Goa State Industries Association (GSIA) and Dhempe College of Arts andScience – aims to inspire local youth to get involved in both entrpreneurship and biotechnology.

Topics will include 'Natural dyeing of textiles', 'Biotechnology of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants' and 'Marine Diagnostics'. Extracts of natural compounds for use in textiles and foods will also be covered.

A special GSIA Award of Excellence will be presented to a unit in Goa to recognise its entrepreneurship skills and growth in the field of Biotechnology.