Netherlands Innovation Network India

#NetherlandsmeetsChennai2024 is halfway through the events with the arrival of the Clipper Stad Amsterdam to the Chennai port!! 🚢 With various events organised by the Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru the #Netherlands is strengthening their bilateral relations in Tamil Nadu. 🇮🇳🤝🏼🇳🇱 ➡️ As part of the many events conducted this week, our Consul General, Mr. Ewout de Wit had an interaction with the students at Women's Christian College- Chennai (India) where the young audience conversed with the Consul General on topics from Indo-Dutch relations, political systems, work culture to tulips, canals, bicycles and windmills. 💯🌷 ➡️ On Tuesday, along with Rela Hospital in Chennai, our Netherlands Innovation Network India colleagues organised a seminar on "Emerging Scenarios in Oncology". The event showcased Dutch advancements like the Oncode Accelerator, the existing Indo-Dutch NWO and Global Stars programs like TRAIN and BIONICS, and the discussions reinforced the potential of Indo-Dutch collaborations to revolutionize cancer care and address global health challenges. 🧬 ➡️ In the evening, a reception was hosted by our Ambassador H. E. Ms. Marisa Gerards, together with our Honorary Consul in Chennai Mr. Gopal Srinivasan for our stakeholders and connections from agriculture, innovation and economic relations in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. During the reception, our Ambassador highlighted the long-standing collaboration with Tamil Nadu in various sectors and our future aspirations to work with the state! 🎯 ➡️ The team also organised a heritage session on the Dutch heritage links with South India and particularly to Tamil Nadu with experts joining us from India and the Netherlands. This session was a wonderful opportunity to retrospect the Indo-Dutch cultural heritage since the 1700s. 💡 As we are wrapping up the events in Chennai this week, more updates on our program with the Clipper Stad Amsterdam will be coming your way! ⚓🛳️ Follow us more for the updates on #NmC2024! 🔛 Netherlands Embassy in India | Consulate General of the Netherlands in Mumbai | NBSOs India | Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency | Ewout de Wit | Anne Cremers | Balaji Venkatraman | Daniël van Horn | Nutan, PhD | Aleena Joseph | Surya Kiran Vaddadi | Vijay Kumar Vaddadi | Bhaskar Subramani | Nishel Chung | Dr. Nancy Elizabeth | Lennart Bes | Sriram V | Lipika Bansal #netherlands #india #tamilnadu #chennai #netherlandsmeetschennai #NmC2024 #networking

🧬 Uniting Expertise: Netherlands and India in the Fight Against Cancer 🧬 The Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru is organizing a series of events under the banner #NetherlandsMeetChennai along with the arrival of the Clipper Stad Amsterdam to the Chennai port this week! ⚓🛳️ As part of these events, our Innovation colleagues in Bengaluru, Dr. Nutan, PhD and Aleena Joseph organised a session on "Emerging Scenarios in Oncology", emphasizing the importance of Indo-Dutch collaborations along with Rela Hospital, Chennai. The event brought together leading minds to highlight the critical role of early detection in oncology and the transformative potential of #Indo-#Dutch collaborations. 💡 The event was inaugurated by Ewout de Wit, Consul General of the Netherlands in Bangalore, who reaffirmed the Netherlands' commitment to fostering impactful healthcare innovation partnerships in India. Presentations by representatives from the Netherlands Innovation Network India and the Health Counselor, Mr. Nico Schiettekatte, Netherlands Embassy in India highlighted the Dutch healthcare advancements, like Oncode Accelerator, and explored opportunities for collaborative breakthroughs in cancer research. 🇮🇳🤝🏼🇳🇱 A key highlight of the event was the address by Prof. Mohamed Rela, a globally renowned pediatric liver transplant and oncology expert. He strongly endorsed the potential of Indo-Dutch partnerships in advancing cancer care. Successful initiatives like #TRAIN and #BIONICS, represented by #CMCVellore, alongside discussions on an upcoming collaboration with #ICMR, showcased the robust foundation and promising future of these alliances 🎯 The seminar featured discussions on #CAR-T cell therapies, #genomic medicine, #nanomedicine, #AI-powered diagnostics, and #proton therapy with more than 85 participants. Advanced diagnostic technologies, such as #MALDI-TOF mass #spectrometry, and the evolution of #proton therapy for head and neck cancers demonstrated cutting-edge applications already making an impact. Additionally, pioneers in #radiation oncology presented significant advancements, including liver radiation techniques, that are reshaping patient care. 💯 Renowned institutions like Rela Hospital, Apollo Hospitals, Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, CANCER INSTITUTE (W.I.A.) (Inst. Code - 039), CHENNAI, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Narayana Nethralaya, MEDGENOME, Sri Ramachandra Institute Of Higher Education and Research of research and higher education and many more, enriched the event with vibrant panel discussions and expert talks. These collaborations underscored the immense potential of Indo-Dutch partnerships to revolutionize oncology care and address global health challenges effectively. #NmC2024 #netherlandsmeetschennai #india #netherlands #oncology #research #development #SRIHER Innovatie Attaché Netwerk / IA (Netherlands Innovation Network)

Awareness, Sparking Change: WAAW 2024 🦠 Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a silent yet alarming global health crisis. As part of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW), the Netherlands Innovation Network India joined hands with the Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre to host an impactful event highlighting the pivotal role of innovation and awareness in combating AMR. We were privileged to have Dr Maarten van Dongen, PhD, the founder of AMR Insights, as a panelist. Together with Dr Van Dongen we have been engaged in innovation work on AMR and Water, our report on this can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gWNMj33z 🔑 Key Message: - Knowledge is our strongest weapon.  - Addressing AMR is not just as a scientific challenge but a societal imperative.  - By bridging global expertise, we are creating pathways for innovative solutions to one of the most pressing challenges in global health. The event featured many esteemed speakers, including: 🗣️ Shri Dinesh Gundu Rao – Hon'ble Minister of Health & Family Welfare, GoK 🗣️ Dr. Maneesh Paul. S., – Lead co-inventor of Enmetazobactum 🗣️ Dr. Mohamed Adil A.A – Director, BBC 🗣️ Dr. Manbeena Chawla Ph.D. – Biospectrum India & Asia A heartfelt thanks to all the speakers, partners, and participants for their invaluable contributions. Let’s amplify the conversation and continue driving impactful change! 🌟 #AMRAwareness #WAAW2024 #IndoDutchPartnership #GlobalHealth #InnovationInAction #AMRInsights #AMR #WorldAMRawareness #waaw #humanhealth #worldhealth #Netherlands #India Innovatie Attaché Netwerk / IA (Netherlands Innovation Network) | Netherlands Embassy in India | Consulate General of the Netherlands in Mumbai | Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru | Dhoya Snijders | Nutan, PhD | Aleena Joseph | Arun Thekkedath | Dr. NAMAN AGRAWAL | Dr. Veeranna Shivamurthy | Dr Shivasharanappa Nayakvadi | Shruthi Vembar | Raman Muthusamy | Sweta Raghavan

🌟 Netherlands Meets Chennai: Advancing Collaboration in Oncology 🌟 We are thrilled to announce the seminar "Emerging Scenarios in Oncology", organized by the Netherlands Innovation Network India with the support of Rela Hospitals. This event builds upon the strong foundation of Indo-Dutch collaborations in healthcare innovation, particularly in oncology. 💡 Building on Past Initiatives: 🔹 Innovation Mission on Data and Oncology (2023): This event is a follow-up to the successful mission that brought Dutch and Indian stakeholders together to explore innovative approaches to cancer care through data-driven healthcare. 🔹 Collaborative Focus: Panel discussions and testimonials showcasing Indo-Dutch partnerships, including collaboration with CMC Vellore, Maastricht University and ICMR’s contributions to cancer research. 💡 What to Expect: 🔹 Expert Insights: Featuring distinguished speakers from India and the Netherlands, including: Mr. Nico Schiettekatte, Counsellor, Netherlands Embassy in India – Driving Indo-Dutch collaboration in oncology and emerging cancer care initiatives. Prof. Mohamed Rela, Chairman and Managing Director, Rela Hospital, Chennai – Globally acclaimed liver transplant surgeon, delivering insights into advancements in liver radiation therapy. Dr. Rahul Purwar, Founder, ImmunoACT – Leading the development of India's first CAR-T cell therapy for cancer, showcasing its transformative potential. Dr. Harpreet Singh, Senior Scientist, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) – Highlighting the Health Research Data Ecosystem and its role in advancing oncology collaborations. Dr. Sapna Nangia, Radiation Oncologist, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre – Presenting innovations in proton therapy for head and neck cancers and its impact on patient care Dr. G Kumaramanickavel, Known for contributions in genetic counseling and genomics, particularly for familial cancer risk management. 🗓️ Event Date: November 26, 2024 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 Venue: Auditorium, 4th Floor, Rela Hospitals, Chennai 🔗 Interested register here: https://lnkd.in/g8z9JYcD 🤝 Why Attend? With the expertise of Chennai’s leading healthcare institutions and the Netherlands’ global leadership in research and innovation, this seminar offers a platform to co-create impactful solutions in cancer care. Join us in redefining healthcare for better outcomes and accessibility. Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru | Hannah Mary Thomas T | Nikita Mehra | Dr Ashish Singh MD DM (Medical Oncology) | Vedam Ramprasad | Thangarajan Rajkumar | Shyam Vasudevarao | Dhoya Snijders | Ewout de Wit | Nutan, PhD | Aleena Joseph | Arun Thekkedath | Dr. NAMAN AGRAWAL | #NetherlandsMeetsChennai #Oncology #IndoDutchPartnership #InnovationInHealthcare #CancerCare #NetherlandsInnovationNetwork #RelaHospitals #NmC2024

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): A Global Call to Action! 🎯   The Netherlands Innovation Network India is thrilled to present Dutch expert Dr. Maarten van Dongen, PhD, founder of AMR Insights, as a key panelist at the World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW) 2024 Event hosted by the Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre. 💯   Dr. Dongen, a trailblazer in the fight against AMR, will share his invaluable expertise as we join forces to tackle this silent pandemic.    🌟 What to Expect:  ✨ Insights into cutting-edge AMR research.  ✨ Actionable strategies to combat this critical challenge.  ✨ Opportunities to network with global innovators and thought leaders.    📅 Date: November 22, 2024  🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM  📍 Location: Helix Biotech Park, IBAB Campus, Bengaluru    The Netherlands leads the way in AMR innovation, and this event exemplifies our commitment to fostering collaborative solutions through the “One Health approach”. Let’s work together for a healthier, more sustainable future!    🔗 Secure your spot today: [Click to Register] (https://lnkd.in/gTdT3KTp)  Innovatie Attaché Netwerk / IA (Netherlands Innovation Network) | Netherlands Embassy in India | Consulate General of the Netherlands in Mumbai | Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru | Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre | Dhoya Snijders | Nutan, PhD | Aleena Joseph | Arun Thekkedath | Dr. NAMAN AGRAWAL | Dr. Mohamed Adil A.A | Dr. Veeranna Shivamurthy #amr #worldamrawareness #waaw #humanhealth #worldhealth #netherlands #india #amrawareness https://lnkd.in/eDK8sb73

🎯 Innovation Week in the Netherlands! 🎯   The Netherlands has a rich research and innovation ecosystem which addresses today’s most pressing issues, from #health, #foodsecurity and #water to #sustainability, #circularsystems and beyond. We often mention this in our work in India, but it was inspiring to see the ecosystem live in action during our Innovatie Attaché Netwerk / IA (Netherlands Innovation Network) Fall Visit. With 34 IAs from 14 countries, this week visit provided a perfect platform for the India team to connect and explore international developments and strategies in the coming years. 🌐🇳🇱   Our team specifically visited leading applied research institutes such as TNO, Deltares and NLR - Netherlands Aerospace Centre, which excel in valorizing science and turning research into impact. We visited the Port of Rotterdam, which is ramping up collaboration with India, and had meetings with our colleagues and friends at the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Embassy of India, The Hague, Quantum Delta NL, Invest-NL, and the NSO - Netherlands Space Office. 💡   We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to our Homebase team Innovatie Attaché Netwerk / IA (Netherlands Innovation Network) for organizing this amazing week for all our colleagues and for making all those innovation links #itsallconnected! 🫱🏻🫲🏼🇳🇱🇮🇳 Netherlands Embassy in India | Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru | Consulate General of the Netherlands in Mumbai | Dhoya Snijders | Dr. NAMAN AGRAWAL | Nutan, PhD | Aleena Joseph | Arun Thekkedath | Mony Klaus | Tjerk Opmeer | Erwin Nijsse | Elise Kardol | Juri Roerink #india #netherlands #indodutchpartnership #science #technology #innovation

Unlocking Bio-Energy Opportunities between India and the Netherlands ⚡🇳🇱 🇮🇳   Curious about the bio-energy opportunities between #India and the #Netherlands? We are pleased to share this informative article published in the BioEnergy Times, collaboratively written by our own Dr.Dhoya Snijders & Arun Thekkedath from The Netherlands Innovation Network India and Kees Kwant - Mission Director for Integrated Biorefineries Mission from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency , which dives into the growing potential for collaboration in this crucial sector.   The article comes at the right moment, as India and the Netherlands continue to work together on global platforms like Mission Innovation focusing wider adoption of bio-transition across the member countries. This also follows last week’s successful Innovation Mission to India on #Biorefineries, #Bioenergy, and #Biochemicals, where Dutch and Indian stakeholders explored ways to co-develop sustainable bio-based solutions.   Attached herewith the article in PDF and to read the full magazine please use the link: https://lnkd.in/gBuhAKHg Innovatie Attaché Netwerk / IA (Netherlands Innovation Network) Ministerie van Klimaat en Groene Groei Topsector Energie Dutch Biorefinery Cluster Netherlands Embassy in India Consulate General of the Netherlands in Mumbai Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) Sardar Swaran Singh National Institute of Bio-Energy TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute NLWorks Netherlands Agricultural Network Department of Biotechnology India, Indian Biogas Association Indian Federation of Green Energy Confederation of Biomass Energy Industry of India Punjab Renewable Energy Systems Private Limited Indian Sugar & Bio-energy Manufacturers Association World Bioenergy Association Wageningen University & Research University of Groningen Delft University of Technology Aleena Joseph Nutan, PhD Dr. NAMAN AGRAWAL Balram Gupta Lisanne Brummelhuis Achim Eberspächer BALENDRA SINGH Dr Sanjukta Subudhi Dr. Sridhar Gururaja Rao P.V. Aravind   #Bioenergy #Bioeconomy #Biorefineries #Innovation #Sustainability #NetherlandsIndiaCollaboration

🚀 Exciting Update: Professors Selected for Indo-Dutch Visiting Professorship Program at KIIT 🌍   We’re thrilled to announce that four professors from leading Dutch institutions have been selected for the fully funded, Visiting Professorship exchange program at KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology University, Bhubaneshwar, India! This initiative fosters global research and education collaborations, with the added potential to spark future partnerships. 💡   At a Glance: 🎯 Duration: Up to 6 months, depending on the assignments 🎯 Destination: KIIT University, Bhubaneshwar—known as the "City of Temples," Bhubaneswar is a vibrant hub of history and culture, blending ancient traditions with a dynamic modern outlook.   Interested in future opportunities? Reach out to us to be part of the next cohort NDE-IA@minbuza.nl! Let’s connect globally, share knowledge, and shape the future together. 💯   Innovatie Attaché Netwerk / IA (Netherlands Innovation Network) | Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru | Consulate General of the Netherlands in Mumbai | Dhoya Snijders | Nutan, PhD | Dr. NAMAN AGRAWAL | Sandra Kalidien | Arun Thekkedath | Aleena Joseph | Mrutyunjay Suar, PhD | Dr. Namrata Misra | Bhubaneswar City Knowledge Innovation Cluster Foundation #ExchangePrograms #GlobalCollaboration #EducationalInnovation #Opportunities

A Week of Innovation and Collaboration: Advancing the Bioeconomy Together!  🇳🇱 🇮🇳 What an incredible journey this past week has been! The Netherlands Innovation Mission on #Biorefineries, #Bioenergy, and #Biochemicals has successfully wrapped up its journey through three cities: #Delhi, #Pune, and #Mumbai. This mission was inspired by the Mission Innovation multilateral programme, where #India and the #Netherlands are co-leading the Integrated Biorefineries track. The aim of the trip was to explore opportunities for collaboration between both countries, particularly in the #bioeconomy sector 🎯 Throughout the mission, we introduced the Mission Innovation Integrated Biorefineries programme and the https://lnkd.in/dazbU6Zj - a tool from the Mission Innovation programme, which helps connect industries and research institutions looking to collaborate in areas like bioenergy, biochemicals, and biomaterials. We also highlighted the #HorizonEurope research call on Integrated Energy-Driven Biorefineries, co-funded by Department of Biotechnology India, encouraging joint projects between Indian and Dutch partners. ✨ During the innovation mission, we engaged with key institutions like Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute, Praj Industries, CSIR- National Chemical Laboratory, and Somaiya Vidyavihar University in Mumbai besides our visits to IFAT India & India Chem 2024. Discussions were focused on bioenergy goals, innovation gaps, advanced research in biochemicals, and opportunities for collaboration between India and the Netherlands. At India Chem 2024, the Netherlands was acknowledged as the #country #partner, with Honorable Minister J P Nadda of Ministry Of Chemicals & Fertilizers India highlighting India's interest in partnering with global players on biochemicals and broader chemicals area. 🏆 As we conclude this mission, we look forward to building on these connections and fostering even stronger partnerships in the #bioeconomy. Stay tuned for updates on future collaborations and opportunities for India-Netherlands cooperation. 🚀 Netherlands Enterprise Agency Innovatie Attaché Netwerk / IA (Netherlands Innovation Network) Netherlands Embassy in India Consulate General of the Netherlands in Mumbai Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru Dhoya Snijders Arun Thekkedath Priya Joshi Kees Kwant Achim Eberspächer Lisanne Brummelhuis Sandra Kalidien Aleena Joseph Nutan, PhD Dr. NAMAN AGRAWAL Paulina Chromik Thierry van Helden Godavari Biorefineries Limited HoSt Group Bright Renewables SHV Energy Futuria Fuels University of Groningen Integrated Biorefineries Mission Nature's Principles Vertoro B.V. EV Biotech FICCI #InnovationMission #BioTransition #IndiaNetherlandsCollaboration #HorizonEurope #SustainableEnergy #CircularEconomy

A week full of interactions on #water treatment solutions from 14-18th October! The Dutch water amr mission to India kicked of the week with Kerela Water Authority in Trivandrum and Kerala State Pollution Control Board where they discussed about monitoring complex pollutants, like antibiotica in drinking and waste water. Dr Peter A. Behnisch from #Biodetectionsystems along with #RAI, Rene Bos and Leo Verstappen continued to #IFAT India in Mumbai, and took part in the NL pavilion, along with NX Filtration and Paques and other Dutch companies of the Dutch waste mission, who showcased Dutch #innovative solutions in #waste and #watermanagement. The joint Dutch #Pavilion was a great occasion for the visitors at IFAT to mingle and connect with different Dutch missions, including also the mission on biorefineries, biochemicals and bioenergy and to showcase our joint ambition for a #sustainable and green future. The week concluded with a panel discussion at IFAT on water solutions organized by Mirjam van Buchem NWP (Netherlands Water Partnership) with panelists Dr Peter Behnisch and Rick te Lintelo from NX Filtration. And last but not least, an in depth interaction with #researchers at Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay @Department of Environmental Science and Engineering on water and amr gave enough thoughts and leads for follow up interactions. A big thank you to all the colleagues of Consulate General of the Netherlands in Mumbai for organizing the Dutch Pavilion at IFAT! Mirjam van Buchem for hosting the joint networking dinner and organizing the panel session at IFAT and #TanviMehta for organizing the visit at IITB! Netherlands Embassy in India Consulate-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru Prajkta MALVEBart Hofenk Sandra Kalidien Arun Nair Anurag Arun Dhoya Snijders Joep Steinbusch Nishi Chandra Pant Priya Jashnani Anil Munish Chandel Department of Environmental Science and Engineering Innovatie Attaché Netwerk / IA (Netherlands Innovation Network) Netherlands Enterprise Agency Ravleen Pal