Fading research hubs are stalling Kerala’s leap into the bio-economy
Kerala’s approach to science has changed, with basic research losing its place among the public policy priorities. The State is understandably attracted to projects that deliver visible and immediate outcomes, but that does not mean abdicating fundamental scientific research is okay. Only such research can lead to long-term value creation
· 7/12/2026, 6:08:11 AM· 2 min read
Kerala’s approach to science has changed, with basic research losing its place among the public policy priorities. The State is understandably attracted to projects that deliver visible and immediate outcomes, but that does not mean abdicating fundamental scientific research is okay. Only such research can lead to long-term value creation
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