A premier institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, dedicated to advancing translational health sciences for global impact. Located in the NCR Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, we bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and clinical applications.
The Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) is an autonomous institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, established in 2009 as a part of the interdisciplinary NCR Biotech Science Cluster at Faridabad.
To conduct innovative translational research and develop cutting-edge technologies that address national health priorities and improve healthcare outcomes globally. We aim to create a seamless pipeline from fundamental discovery to clinical application and public health impact.
To be a world-class institute recognized for excellence in translational health sciences, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, training the next generation of scientists, and delivering transformative solutions to pressing health challenges faced by India and the world.
Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Impact. We uphold the highest ethical standards in research, promote a culture of inclusivity and teamwork, and strive for scientific rigor and societal relevance in all our endeavors.
THSTI was established by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, as an autonomous institution.
Moved to interim campus at Gurgaon. Launched first doctoral and postdoctoral programs.
Relocated to the permanent state-of-the-art campus in the NCR Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad.
Recognized as a "Centre of Excellence" for infectious disease research. Played a pivotal role in national COVID-19 response.
Expanding research portfolios in maternal & child health, non-communicable diseases, and digital health. Forging international partnerships.
THSTI's research is organized around interdisciplinary themes that address critical gaps in translational science. Our work spans from basic biology to clinical trials and health systems research.
Developing novel vaccines, diagnostics, and therapeutics for diseases like TB, HIV, malaria, dengue, and emerging pathogens. Host-pathogen interaction studies and immunomodulation strategies.
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Research on pregnancy outcomes, neonatal survival, child nutrition, and developmental origins of health and disease (DOHaD). Interventions to reduce maternal and infant mortality.
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Investigating the molecular basis of cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular, and neurodegenerative diseases. Developing biomarkers for early detection and personalized treatment approaches.
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Designing and conducting Phase I-IV clinical trials. Expertise in Good Clinical Practice (GCP), data management, and regulatory affairs. Strong network of clinical sites across India.
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Advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI for healthcare data. Genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics data analysis. Developing digital health tools and predictive models.
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Innovating low-cost, point-of-care diagnostics, wearable sensors, and therapeutic devices. Collaborations with engineers and industry for prototyping and commercialization.
Learn MoreTHSTI is committed to nurturing the next generation of translational scientists. We offer a range of doctoral, postdoctoral, and short-term training programs in collaboration with national and international academic partners.
Integrated and direct PhD programs in Translational Health Sciences, offered in partnership with Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) and other universities.
Admission InfoCompetitive fellowships for recent PhDs to pursue independent research in state-of-the-art labs with generous stipends and research grants.
Open PositionsShort-term (3-6 months) internships for undergraduate and postgraduate students to gain hands-on research experience in cutting-edge labs.
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Upcoming EventsApplications are invited for admission to the PhD program starting in August 2024. Areas of research include vaccinology, disease biology, clinical research, and health informatics. Financial support includes a monthly fellowship of INR 31,000-35,000 and contingency grants.
View Detailed Advertisement & ApplyTHSTI houses world-class shared facilities that provide advanced technological platforms to support internal and collaborative research projects. Our facilities are managed by expert scientists and technicians.
Equipped with next-generation sequencing platforms (Illumina NovaSeq, MiSeq), single-cell RNA-seq, and microarray systems for high-throughput genomics, transcriptomics, and epigenomics studies.
Contact: [email protected] | Ext: 2245LC-MS/MS systems (Q-TOF, Orbitrap) for protein identification, quantification, post-translational modifications, and metabolic profiling. Supports biomarker discovery and systems biology.
Contact: [email protected] | Ext: 2310Confocal microscopy, super-resolution microscopy, live-cell imaging, and high-speed cell sorters (BD FACSAria). Enables detailed cellular and molecular imaging and analysis.
Contact: [email protected] | Ext: 2287Containment laboratories (BSL-2, BSL-3) for working with hazardous pathogens. AAALAC-accredited animal house with transgenic and immunodeficient models for in vivo studies.
Contact: [email protected] | Ext: 2401Dedicated unit for clinical trials with outpatient and inpatient facilities, pharmacy, sample processing lab, and data management center. Compliant with ICH-GCP guidelines.
Contact: [email protected] | Ext: 2500Computational cluster with >1000 CPU cores, GPU nodes, and petabytes of storage for bioinformatics, molecular modeling, and big data analytics in health research.
Contact: [email protected] | Ext: 2355Stay updated with the latest breakthroughs, events, and achievements from THSTI and the broader scientific community.
May 15, 2024
A novel subunit vaccine for tuberculosis, developed by THSTI scientists in collaboration with the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), has shown promising results in animal challenge studies, paving the way for Phase I clinical trials.
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Dr. Anika Sharma, a senior fellow at THSTI's Infectious Disease Biology group, has been awarded the prestigious National Young Scientist Award 2024 by the Indian National Science Academy for her groundbreaking research on placental malaria pathogenesis.
Read Full StoryApril 10, 2024
THSTI will host its 5th International Symposium on Digital Health from June 20-22, 2024. The event will feature keynote talks from global leaders, workshops on AI/ML in healthcare, and a startup showcase. Early bird registration ends May 15.
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