Rashi Nagar, a third-year PhD scholar from the Yeast Biofuel Group, has been selected as a winner in Category II of the December 2025 round of the D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge.
The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi, is delighted to announce that Ms. Rashi Nagar, a third-year PhD scholar from the Yeast Biofuel Group, has been selected as a winner in Category II of the December 2025 round of the D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge. The award ceremony was held at BRIC-National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi.
This achievement underscores the strong commitment of both her and her research group to excellence and innovation in the fields of bioenergy and biotechnology.
The institute also congratulates the entire Yeast Biofuel Group and its Group Leader, Dr. Naseem Gaur, for their collective effort and mentorship that contributed to this success.
About the D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge
The D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge is an initiative of the Department of Biotechnology under its BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) framework. The programme aims to promote innovation-driven research and entrepreneurship in biotechnology, encouraging young researchers, scholars, and innovators to develop scalable and sustainable solutions in areas such as bioenergy, biomanufacturing, and environmental biotechnology.
Category II of the challenge typically focuses on advanced research ideas and translational approaches, enabling participants to take promising scientific concepts closer to real-world applications and impact.
Looking Ahead
This recognition highlights the growing contributions of young researchers at ICGEB toward addressing global challenges through biotechnology. The institute extends its best wishes to Ms. Rashi Nagar and the Yeast Biofuel Group for continued success in their future endeavors.
