Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (IIT-K) has joined hands with Canada-based biotechnology company Connelly Global Inc. to license an innovative new technology that promotes bone healing and regeneration.
According to a press release issued by IIT Kanpur, Professor Tarun Gupta, Dean of Resources and Development at IIT Kanpur and Dr. Sumrita Bhatt, CEO of Conlis Global Inc. at IIT Kanpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). In the presence of Professor S Ganesh, Director, IIT Kanpur, Professor Ankush Sharma, Professor in-charge of the Start-up Incubation and Innovation Center (SIIC) at IIT Kanpur, Professor Ashok Kumar, Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, IIT Kanpur, and Chief Technology Officer, Conlis Global Inc. Officer Dr. Raman Kaul.
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The technology, titled ‘Nano Hydroxyapatite-Based Porous Polymer Composite Scaffolds for Bioactive Molecule Delivery in Musculoskeletal Regeneration’, has been developed by Professor Ashok Kumar and his team in the Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering at IIT Kanpur, the release said.
“The technology facilitates bone regeneration in a biocompatible manner by acting as a carrier for bone-active biomolecules, delivering them directly to the site of implantation,” said Professor Ashok Kumar.
He explained that this material is a promising approach for the reconstruction and repair of bone defects, addressing the shortcomings and complications associated with the technologies currently available in the market.
Speaking on the occasion, Director of IIT Kanpur, Prof. Ganesh said that licensing of this innovative technology developed in-house to promote bone healing and regeneration to Conlis Global is another important milestone in the R&D endeavor of IIT Kanpur.
He highlighted that “Innovative technology is a prime example of how it can make a real difference, and the Institute looks forward to seeing how this technology will help people not only in India but around the world .
Highlighting the potential impact of the new technology, Dr. Sumrita Bhat, Conlis Global CEO, said that the company is thrilled to partner with IIT Kanpur to bring innovative solutions to the market. He said that this technology is an important step in the treatment of bone and joint disorders.
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Professor Tarun Gupta, Dean of Resources and Development at IIT Kanpur, said the signing of the MoU with Conlis Global is an important milestone in the institute’s efforts to build a bridge between research and development and take products from the laboratory to the commercial stage. . And in the market.
Some features of the new technology:
- Nano hydroxyapatite-based porous composite scaffolds are biodegradable and have osteoinductive (process of healing bones) and osteopromotive (materials for growth of new bones) properties for bone regeneration.
- It is highly biocompatible ensuring good cell material interactions with osteoblast cells (cells responsible for bone mineralization during bone formation and bone remodeling), exhibiting high mechanical strength and interactions between the polymer network and the solvent .
- Functional scaffolds can be used as fillers in large-sized bone defects, without compromising connectivity and structural defects, oxygenation and blood circulation. It enhances tissue formation, mineralization and faster defect healing.
