21st edition of BioAsia started in Hyderabad

Current Context: The 21st edition of BioAsia Summit 2024 has begun in Hyderabad, India, from February 26-28, 2024.

• This premier life sciences and healthcare forum in Asia focuses on innovation, data, and artificial intelligence to redefine possibilities.
• The summit, launched by the Government of Telangana in 2003, has become a prominent platform for exchanging ideas between scientific researchers and business professionals.
• This summit was chaired by Dr. Arunish Chawla IAS, Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals, Government of India.
• The co-chair for the summit was Dr. D Nageshwar Reddy, Chairman & Managing Director, AIG Hospital.
• The theme for this year is “Transforming Life Sciences with Data and AI,” highlighting the potential of advanced analytics and machine learning to revolutionize drug discovery and healthcare delivery through evidence-based interventions.
• The event features multiple tracks covering a range of topics, including pharmaceutical innovations, medtech advances, investment road mapping, and data-powered R&D.
• Industry thought leaders from over 50 countries will discuss ideas to further affordable and accessible solutions.
• BioAsia 2024 has also joined forces with the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) to assist the MSME sector.

Question:

Q.1 What was the theme for BioAsia Summit 2024?
a. Transforming Life Sciences with Data and AI
b. Advancements in Pharmaceutical Innovations
c. Future of Medtech Advances
d. Investment Road Mapping for Life Sciences