MGOKB–BioNest Part of the Global Summit on Industry–Academia Partnerships (CII Industry-Academia Partnership
Dr. Manesh Thomas, served as one of the distinguished speakers in the session titled “The Valley of Death Challenge: Stories of Successful Translation & Scale.” The discussion shed light on one of the most crucial gaps in India’s innovation ecosystem—the “valley of death” between lab breakthroughs and market-ready solutions. While India excels in research, many promising technologies struggle during this critical transition due to limited funding, inadequate infrastructure, and insufficient industry linkages. The panel also featured eminent leaders: Prof. Balan Gurumoorthy, Director FSID & Faculty, Mechanical Engineering, IISc Bengaluru,Prof. P. Rajalakshmi, Department of EE & AI & Director, TiHAN-IIT Hyderabad
Ms. Reema Mittal, Chief Operating Officer, TechnoPark, IIT Kanpur and the session was expertly moderated by Dr. Avantika Tomar, Partner & L&D Head, EY-Parthenon.
MGOKB– BioNest at the Manipal International Student Dental Conference – Future Dentistry 2026 held at MCODS,Mangalore
Dr. Manesh Thomas, Dr. Clavian Larry Miranda and Mr. Dheeraj Poojary engaged participants on entrepreneurship, startup development, and innovation-driven problem-solving through sessions on:
🔹 Transforming research into successful ventures and understanding the innovation ecosystem
🔹 Structuring startup ideas using the Lean Canvas framework
🔹 Applying Design Thinking to develop user-centric and impactful solutions
The enthusiastic participation and innovative mindset of the students were truly inspiring. We look forward to seeing these ideas evolve into meaningful healthcare and technology innovations.
MGOKB Showcases Innovation Expertise at Bureau of Indian Standards Workshop Held at MAHE, Manipal
Dr. Manesh Thomas ,CEO, Manipal GoK Bioincubator-BioNest, participated as an expert panelist in the brainstorming session, contributing valuable insights to discussions on standards development and innovation. He also delivered an engaging lecture on “Empowering Ayurveda Startups: Expectations, Challenges, and How BIS Standards Can Support Innovation,” highlighting the critical role of standards in enabling startup growth, credibility, and market readiness.
The workshop served as an excellent platform for knowledge exchange and collaborative dialogue, reinforcing the importance of standards in driving innovation and strengthening India’s research and startup ecosystem.
Manipal Entrepreneurship Summit (MES) 2026
The Manipal Entrepreneurship Summit (MES) 2026, hosted on Unstop, brought together the brightest minds to tackle hands-on challenges in entrepreneurship and investment. It was inspiring for MGOKB to see the innovative solutions spark meaningful conversations.
Manipal-GoK Bioincubator at Pharma Anveshan 2026 – Fostering the Future Pharma Ecosystem!
Manipal-GoK Bioincubator – BioNest had the privilege of participating in Pharma Anveshan 2026 – National Pharmacy Education Day Celebration, organized by MCOPS, Manipal, & sponsored by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). Our stall witnessed tremendous interest from aspiring student innovators and pharma startups seeking mentorship and incubation support. Together, we are building a robust ecosystem where academia meets innovation!
Education World – The Human Development Magazine India Higher Education Rankings 2026–27 Awards
Dr. Manesh Thomas, CEO, Manipal-GoK Bioincubator, was part of this distinguished panel, alongside Atul Khosla, Dr. Arpita Gupta, Ajit Pratap Singh and Shyamal Gupta, with the session being moderated by Dilip Thakore. The discussion offered valuable perspectives on fostering a culture of innovation, accelerating translational research, and empowering institutions to move from potential to performance.
MEDICA – Leading International Trade Fair 2025
Proud moment for the Manipal-GoK Bioincubator–BioNest to participate in MEDICA – Leading International Trade Fair 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for medical technology. Düsseldorf is buzzing with innovation as 5,000+ exhibitors and 80,000+ global visitors gather to explore breakthrough technologies shaping the future of healthcare.
Unlocking Innovation: Manipal–GoK Bioincubator at the Paris Learning Expedition
Bonjour, Paris! 🇮🇳🇫🇷✨
Kicking off our journey with the India-Choose Paris Region Learning Expedition!
We’re excited to share that Manipal-GoK Bioincubator is once again part of a remarkable opportunity. Dr. Manesh Thomas, our CEO, is representing us on this incredible learning expedition.
Mangaluru Technovanza 5.0
Team Manipal-GoK Bioincubator was proud to be part of Mangaluru Technovanza 5.0, a flagship Beyond Bengaluru initiative that brought together visionaries, founders, and ecosystem builders to spotlight the region’s innovation potential.
Future4care
It was a privilege for Dr. Manesh Thomas, CEO of Manipal-GoK Bioincubator, to visit Future4care, a dynamic collaborative hub and an innovative alliance formed by Orange, Sanofi, Generali, and Capgemini located in the heart of Paris. This unique ecosystem brings together entrepreneurs, executives from major corporations, healthcare professionals, university professors, and patient associations— all working towards a common goal of creating value for its members.
Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025
The Day 3 extravaganza at BIEC brought together 1,015+ exhibitors, 663 speakers, and 1,015+ knowledge sessions, showcasing cutting-edge innovations in AI, deep tech, biotech, and more!
MIT Research Conclave 2025
It was an absolute pleasure for Manipal-GoK Bioincubator to be a part of the MIT Research Conclave 2025, held on July 30 & 31, 2025, at the Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), MAHE. The event was organized by the Office of the Associate Director (Research & Consultancy) with the goal of fostering collaboration among faculty, researchers, and industry professionals through knowledge sharing and meaningful dialogue.
StartUp Mahakumbh 2025
🚀 Manipal-GoK Bioincubator at Startup Mahakumbh2025 🚀.It was a privilege for Dr. Manesh Thomas, CEO of Manipal-GoK Bioincubator, to be part of Startup Mahakumbh2025 — India’s largest celebration of innovation and entrepreneurship — currently unfolding at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi!
Manipal Entrepreneurship Summit (MES) 2025
Exciting times at the ongoing Manipal Entrepreneurship Summit (MES) 2025! The event has brought together students, faculty, innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors, creating an incredible platform for innovation, networking, and collaboration.
India-Scotland Business Meet 2025
🌟 Proud moment for Manipal-GoK Bioincubator ! 🌟
We are honored to be a part of the INDIA-SCOTLAND BUSINESS MEET 2025, taking place from 3rd – 6th March at the City Chambers, Edinburgh. Dr. Manesh Thomas, CEO of Manipal GOK Bioincubator, is a part of the delegation’s prestigious event. Dr. Thomas was privileged to visit several key life science sectoral sites along with Mr. Vineet Kumar, Vice Consul, CGI-Edinburgh.
Global Bio India 2024
We are extremely delighted & thrilled to announce that Manipal-GoK Bioincubator has been recognized as the “Best Incubator” TIER 2 CITIES at the prestigious “Global Bio India 2024” on 14-09-2024 at Pragati Maidan, Delhi.This incredible achievement is a testament to our unwavering commitment to fostering innovation and supporting startups in the biotechnology sector.Our dedicated team led by Dr. Manesh Thomas, CEO of Manipal Government of Karnataka Bioincubator, Dr. Clavian Larry Miranda, BioNEST Manager, and Dheeraj Poojary, BioNEST Technical Manager have participated in this prestigious event, showcasing our commitment to advancing biotechnology and innovation.
