INSA Chandigarh Chapter Organises Distinguished Lecture on Cancer Drug Research at Panjab University
The Indian National Science Academy (INSA), Chandigarh Chapter, today organised a distinguished lecture titled “Opportunities and Challenges of Microtubule-targeted Cancer Drugs in India”, at the Seminar Hall, Department of Biotechnology, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
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Oct 12, 2026 08:08
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Chandigarh, 12 October 2026: The Indian National Science Academy (INSA), Chandigarh Chapter, today organised a distinguished lecture titled “Opportunities and Challenges of Microtubule-targeted Cancer Drugs in India”, at the Seminar Hall, Department of Biotechnology, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
The lecture was delivered by Prof. Dulal Panda, Director, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), SAS Nagar (Mohali). He addressed the opportunities and challenges associated with microtubule-targeted cancer drugs in India, a significant area of research in cancer therapeutics.
The programme was chaired by Panjab University Vice Chancellor Prof. Meenakshi Goyal. The event was organised under the leadership of Prof. Jagtar Singh, Chairperson, Department of Biotechnology, with Prof. R. C. Sobti, Co-coordinator, INSA Chandigarh Chapter, associated with the initiative.
The lecture provided a platform for academic interaction and scientific discussion on advances in cancer drug research and the challenges involved in translating scientific discoveries into therapeutic applications in India.
The organising team comprised Prof. Jagdeep Kaur, Prof. Neena Capalash, Prof. Desh Deepak Singh, Prof. Kashmir Singh and Prof. Javed N. Agrewala.
The programme reflected the INSA Chandigarh Chapter’s commitment to promoting scientific awareness, research excellence and meaningful academic engagement within the scientific community.
