ICGEB Hosts Global Roundtable on Genomic Collaboration for Pandemic Preparedness

The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), New Delhi, hosted an international roundtable on “Exploring and Translating Genomic Evidence on SARS-CoV-2 for Public Health Response.” The event brought together leading Indian and Italian scientists to strengthen global cooperation in pandemic preparedness. Experts emphasized data-driven collaboration to tackle future outbreaks. ICGEB Director-General Prof. Lawrence Banks highlighted India–Italy partnership in genomic surveillance. Representatives from AIIMS, THSTI, and Italy’s ISS reaffirmed commitment to advancing joint research and scientific innovation.