Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) has entered into a strategic collaboration with the Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA) to launch a transformative initiative aimed at empowering students in biotechnology and life sciences. An MoU was formally signed on 13 June 2025 at the ASPIRE-BioNEST facility, University of Hyderabad.
The agreement was signed between Dr. Srikanth Khanna, Registrar, SSSIHL, and Dr. Ratnakar Palakodeti, Secretary, FABA.
The event was graced by:
- Prof. Reddanna, Executive President, FABA,
- Dr. Jagadeesh Gandla, Chief Operating Officer, FABA.
Representing SSSIHL were:
- Prof. Raghavendra Prasad, Vice Chancellor
- Prof. Pallav Kumar Baruah, Dean, Innovation & Entrepreneurship & President, Institution’s Innovation Council
- Dr. B.E. Pradeep, Department of Biosciences
- Sri Lakshmi Narasimhiah, Finance Officer
- Sri T.L. Pavan Kumar, CEO, Sri Sathya Sai Research and Innovation Foundation
- Sri Kotikala Krishnamurthy, Member, Finance Committee
About the Collaboration
The MoU paves the way for the establishment of Biotech Finishing School programs at the SSSIHL Prasanthi Nilayam campus. These programs aim to:
- Provide hands-on, industry-aligned training in key areas of biotechnology
- Expose students to current trends in diagnostics, therapeutics, and research
- Enhance professional readiness and career prospects in the biotech sector
This partnership aligns with the institute’s vision of integrating values-based education with cutting-edge skill development, preparing students to lead with competence, integrity, and innovation in the life sciences domain.
