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ಬುಧವಾರ, ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂಬರ್ 24, 2025

BioWISE 2025: Empowering Women in STEM with Scholarships & Mentorship

  VIDYAVANI       ಬುಧವಾರ, ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂಬರ್ 24, 2025
BioWISE 2025: Empowering Women in STEM with Scholarships & Mentorship



BEST & Biocon Foundation Invite Applications for the BioWISE Scholarship Program

BEST, in collaboration with the Biocon Foundation, is now accepting applications for the BioWISE Scholarship Program—a unique initiative designed to support and empower women in STEM. The program is open to female postgraduate (PG) students in life sciences who are either in their final year of study or have completed their degree within the past year.

Through this program, 15 outstanding PG students will be awarded scholarships along with mentorship from experts across academia, industry, and startups. Participants will also gain invaluable hands-on experience through extended internships at Bengaluru’s leading academic and R&D institutions.

Program Highlights:

Scholarship support for deserving students 6-month internship as part of dissertation work at top institutions and industries in Bengaluru Mentorship from leading scientists, academicians, and industry professionals


Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must:

Be female students in the final year of PG studies or graduates (completed in the past year) in life sciences-related fields (Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Pharma, Applied Biology, etc.)

Belong to families with an annual income below ₹6 lakhs Have a strong academic record (minimum 75% marks)

Be enrolled in or graduated from a Karnataka-based college/university (preference for Tier-2 & Tier-3 colleges)

Show a demonstrated interest in applied research First-generation learners will be given preference

Note: Applicants with close relatives associated with Biocon Group, BeST, or NCBS are not eligible.


Important Dates: 

Application Deadline: 15th October 2025



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